Because of You
Another Step
Hello friends, I am back with the second chapter. I did receive positive feedback and I am thrilled to continue this story. I have tried to maintain the Upstead atmosphere, the way they always do things. Hopefully, I have pulled it. But you guys are there to tell me that. Looking forward to your thoughts, because I was so happy writing this chapter. Enjoy. :)
Finally the moment came to an end, Jay was resting his forehead against hers and he had opened his eyes. Hailey did the same she had to actually look up to meet his green eyes. Suddenly they seemed to realise where they were and they separated, Hailey blushing and Jay smiling. She could see that he didn't want to let her go, but he had to and finally she was allowed to get down from her toes. They looked at each other for a moment longer and so many things were expressed. Hailey gently held his hand and they started walking out of the bar, still dazed by the best moment of their lives. They were seated in the truck and Jay pulled out of the parking lot, still trying to believe he had actually kissed Hailey, not only kissed her, but kissed her in the middle of a bustling bar without having a care in the world. He turned to glance at her and found her looking at him already, they smiled, too happy about everything that had transpired. But there was a clear awkwardness between them, they didn't know what to say. After all it was a new ground they were exploring, even though it seemed as though they had walked on this ground always. So they rode in silence, simply trying to let the precious moment sink. Finally Jay pulled up near her house and put his truck in park and they got out of the vehicle still not speaking. Hailey was walking in front him, fumbling with the keys as she reached the door. Jay placed his hand on her shoulder gently and she half looked at him, smiling and knowing what he was implying. Finally she found the right one and unlocked the door letting both of them inside. She closed it behind her and turned around to see him looking at her with a small smile on his face. It was clear that they hadn't come down from their heaven still, the kiss still made them losing their sense of reality. Nonetheless, Hailey decided to take her jacket off, as much as she liked this she sensed that she needed to do something. He did the same and now she saw that he wanted to say something but he couldn't bring himself to speak. She looked at him with tender eyes and waited for him to say something. As he looked up she noticed he was almost in tears and she wondered what had happened suddenly, but he spoke just then, "You know, no one ever chose before. You're the only one who chose me first Hailey."
By now her eyes too were glistening and she realised how this meant to him. She walked towards him and wrapped her arms around him, hugging him. She shut her eyes against his chest and let the tears roll down. He held her tightly too and rested his cheek against her head, the height difference permitting him to do that. They held each other for a long while, not wanting to separate. Finally they parted and Jay looked into her eyes, his full of emotion and love. He bent down and gently kissed her, making her rise on her toes simultaneously. She would have to get used to this she thought. This time their kiss was more passionate, yet gentle. His hands were on her waist and she held his neck, revelling in the kiss. He slowly moved his hands to her front and reached the hem of her shirt. He started unbuttoning her shirt from the bottom until it fell off her shoulders softly. Now she reached for the hem of hid T-shirt and helped him pull it off. He pulled her in for another soft but intense kiss and this time her hands felt his bare chest and it sent a wave of heat straight to her core. She had never touched him like this before and she wondered why she hadn't done this before. His hands were on her back again, this time trying to unclasp the bra. It fell off of her body in a soft movement. She was chest naked now but Jay was only interested in her eyes and he didn't look away for even a moment. He lifted her gently, the touching of their bare skin causing them both to hold their breaths. He went to the bedroom and gently placed her on the bed, following her, kissing her still. He held her hands to her side, their fingers intertwined, kissing her more passionately now. His mouth travelled her neck now and Hailey was throwing her head back slightly, out of pleasure and to give him better access. He explored her collarbone now and it seemed he found her weak spot, because Hailey was whimpering softly under him now. She needed more and she tried to free her hands, sensing this he let them and she wrapped them around his head, fingers running through his hair and pulling him for a kiss. He obliged and gave her what she wanted, now his hands traversing her chest gently. The effect it had on her was experienced in his mouth because she moaned into it. She was trying to get hold his belt and unbuckle it, but the things he was doing to her were blurring her mind to such an extent that she was floating. But she managed unbuckling his belt and unbuttoning his jeans and pulling the zipper down. She could feel how ready he was and that sent another wave of heat straight to her core. She attempted to pull his pants down, but instead hers were pulled down and she was only in her underwear, which did little to cover her core. He was still looking her in the eyes, never breaking that contact. His fingers were lingering softly on her thighs and Hailey was involuntary bucking her hips towards his touch. He placed his hand softly on her core realising how wet she already was. He moved the underwear slightly and put a finger inside her, earning himself a real moan. She had been suppressing them all this while, but she no longer could. The sound was so gentle, so feminine, so soft that he thought he would come there and then. He controlled himself and inserted another finger, making her throw her head back in pleasure. He got her where he wanted her to be and stepped back, causing her to look up at him. He smiled as he saw her concern and stepped out his pants and boxers. He bent down again and went in for a kiss, and this time Hailey held his member in her hand and prepared him for what was to come. He moaned in her mouth and that only spurred her on more. They were both ready now and Jay aligned himself with her entrance and looked at her, she nodded smiling slightly and he entered her slowly. They stilled for a moment adjusting to this new position and as they were ready to continue Jay started thrusting softly. He was hovering over her and looking at her every reaction, smiling and continuing. He slowly picked up the pace and their moans were heard in the room now. Hailey was really thrashing under him and he could see that he too was close. She grabbed his shoulders and pulled him down, wanting more. She kissed him passionately, her hands on his back. He groaned in her mouth and that was her undoing. Her scream was suppressed in his mouth and that undid Jay as well. Both of them came together and they were out breath, panting on each other's faces. A thin layer of sweat had covered their body. Jay looked at her for a moment longer and slowly came out of her lay down beside her. Hailey was still facing the ceiling, coming down from her high. He turned to his side and looked at her with loving eyes and a smile. She sensed this and turned to his side and smiled as well. Their eyes locked again as they always did and they exchanged things only they could understand. Then Hailey spoke, her first words after her confession in the bar, almost in a whisper, "Always, I will always choose you Jay."
He knew meant it and he went to her side and held her, his arms around her now. The he pulled the blanket over them and they stayed in each other's embrace for a long time. Finally Hailey gently freed herself from his embrace and said, blushing and shy, "Could you not look?"
He smiled and said, "Yeah, sure," and turned in the other direction.
She got up quickly and took out something from her cupboard and put it on quickly. She sat down on the bed gently and Jay turned realising she was done. He grabbed her hands and pulled her to him and she lay down on his shoulder again, thrilled to be back in his protective embrace. The constant rhythm of his heartbeat lulled her to sleep.
When he was certain she was asleep he gently pulled himself out of the embrace and got down from the bed. He picked up his boxers and put them on, still looking at her. She was facing the other way now, her blonde hair lose behind her, her tank top covering her fragile and magical body. The blanket was up to her knees, revealing sweats that covered her lower half. She was so small yet she could contain so much within her. It was the first time he was getting see this side of her and he was in complete awe of her and couldn't help but approach her. He kneeled down towards her side of the bed and looked at her the way one looks at the most precious thing one has. Emotions formed in his eyes and he looked through them at her calm and peaceful face, which made him feel so safe and at home. He wondered whether he should stay here and look at her the entire night or lie down next to her. He decided to do the latter and slowly lay down beside her, not wanting to disturb her. He maintained a safe distance and smiled to himself. He was so elated that he was worried he might explode with so much joy. He looked at her one last time and closed his eyes smiling, because she was the thing he saw when he closed them as well.
The following morning Hailey was the one to wake up first and she turned to her side remembering the previous night and saw Jay sleeping on his stomach facing the other side. She couldn't help but blush when she thought of the together. She got down and went to his side. His hands were resting by his side and his torso was relaxed on the bed. His freckled back was more prominent now by the sunlight that was filtering through the curtains at the window. He was only wearing his boxers and she couldn't help but notice how cute he looked. She smiled broadly, laughing at her herself for behaving like such a teenager. Suddenly both their phones buzzed and she picked up hers to find out that they had a new case today and Voight wanted them on the scene. She would wake him up gently and they would head to work as partners, only this time more than that, and that was the best feeling in the world. Hailey smiled and approached him to wake him up.
Well, that concludes the second chapter of this new story that I am also exploring with you guys. Do let me know what you think about it, reviews are love. I am kind of happy with the outcome as well. Share your thoughts and thank you for being part of this. :)