The Charge – Chapter 18
Michonne squeezed her knees together to force the tingling between her legs to be less brutal. She fought the fluttering of her eyes from what he was doing to her index finger. His eyes were closed and she was grateful. She didn't want him to see her reaction to him. His lips and tongue was so warm and soft.
She licked her own lips that were getting dry. Abruptly, his eyes flew open catching her totally off guard. She whimpered, pulling her hands away and spilling the plate of food all over her. Nibbles and her siblings also jumped to their feet alarmed. They ran to her and began licking the spilled meal from her clothes.
However, she couldn't focus on them not with Rick looking at her like that. His eyes held her hostage and she couldn't move even as he leaned towards her. It felt like an eternity before his lips finally touched hers and a jolt of spine tingling pleasure surged through her body.
The only appropriate response was to part them and she did. It was all the invitation Rick needed. His tongue slipped in, touching hers, forcing a desperate gasp from her. Firmly, he put one hand around her waist and used the other to guide them back towards the ground.
Nibbles and her brothers scrambled from between them and once they were in the clear, their bodies connected beautifully. Legs trembling, they fell apart and his hips fit snugly between them. The muscles in his hips caressed her inner thigh causing her tummy to physically flutter violently.
She groaned and he forced his tongue deeper. Her hand palms bruised on the carpet from her iron grip of none existent wool. He forced her mouth open wider, tongue searching and tears sprang to her eyes. She was so dangerously on the edge of losing total control. How can a kiss reduce her to this?
As quickly as he took her on a high, he slowly brought her down and when he finally pulled away, he did so teasingly. He stole her breath as he looked down at her, lips barely apart. His eyes told her that he wants this…that he wants her and he was willing to make all the necessary moves to make it happen. His eyes told her that he wasn't going to let it go. Funny thing is, she wants the same thing to. He cleared his throat.
"Are you okay?" His voice was hoarse and hopeful.
She opened her mouth to speak but was afraid that nothing intelligible would come out. Subconsciously, she licked her lips. He smiled.~*~*~*~*
In the shower, Michonne touched her inner folds. She was wet and slippery. Rick was playing for keeps. He made that abundantly clear. Her feeling towards him has changed. She remembers the interest he took in her building project and all the other little things that he remembered about her. The more time that they are alone, uninterrupted, the more she realized that she wanted more from him and it scared her.
Romances between CIA agents and their charge always ends up badly, especially females agents. It often ends careers. She has seen it and she doesn't want to be a statistic that erroneously 'proves' Director Thomas's theory. She wants to know Rick outside of their professional arrangement but is pursuing it worth risking everything she worked so hard to achieve? She needs to think…long and hard.~*~*~*~*~*
Ian sat in his office thinking. The blowout between Agent Ford and Director Thomas earlier was cause for concern. Accusations and assumptions were thrown about and he didn't like it. He walked out of his office, down the corridor and to the room the agents occupies. He looked around and Agent Ford wasn't there. He enquired about Ford's whereabouts and they directed him to the garden. He walked out and Ford and Walsh was there.
"Agent Ford?"
Abe turned around.
"Senator. Is something wrong?"
"No. I would like to talk to you about what happened between you and Thomas."
Shane turned to leave but Ian stopped him.
"That's not necessary Walsh. It's not like what happen is a secret."
Shane glanced at Abe saying nothing.
"Enlightened me. What's going on between Thomas and Atwell?"
Abe was hesitant.
"I witnessed the incident Agent. Anything discussed between us will stay right here. I promise."
"You want the truth?"
"That would be preferred."
"Thomas is a dinosaur cunt living in the stone-age who has a problem with women in the CIA, FBI or any other protective agency and is doing everything in his power to frustrate them out. Michonne is one of the few ones remaining. She is good at her job. Very good and he's always on her back. He digs up in her personal life looking for any thing he could use against her. Michonne doesn't complain but I know it weighs on her."
Ian digested the information.
"Has he ever taken any action against her…unjustly?"
"No."
"Has he ever been inappropriate to her?"
Abe cocked his head to the side and Ian clarified.
"Has he ever made sexual advances towards her?"
"No." He paused. "I just said those things to throw him off-guard."
Shane cut in.
"I don't think he would have survived if he did."
The men remain silent.
"He needs to be stopped Senator."
"And you could have!"
Abe stared at Shane and he continued.
"I told you to file you papers for the Director position."
"I told you I don't want to be Director of the CIA. I like being in the field, getting my hands dirty and getting my blood pumping. I'm not cut out for politics."
"But maybe someone else is."
Abe and Shane looked at Ian.
"Thank you gentlemen. You have been very helpful."
They watched him as he walked away.
"I think you just got Thomas fired."
Abe smirked.
"Good."~*~*~*~*
"Good evening. Minister of National Security office. How may I help you?"
"Hey Cindy. Ian here."
"Hi Mr Grimes. How are you?"
"I'm good. Is Frederick in?"
"Yes. He's in a meeting."
"Ok. Can you have him call me back when he's done? There is something I need to talk to him about."
"Is it urgent?"
"No but it is important."
"Ok. I'll let him know as soon as he comes out."
"Thanks."
"Have a good day."
"You too."~*~*~*~*
Ian was just finished having a sandwich in the second story patio when the call came through. He recognized the number.
"Hey. Thanks for getting back to me."
"I would have sooner but I had some other stuff to sort out before. First thing first…how is your family?"
"The doctor is here daily to monitor Elizabeth's blood pressure. Maggie and Beth are putting on brave faces but I know they are worried. I am too."
"Any word on Rick?"
"He's hanging in there."
"That's good. We don't know what's going on. However, the CIA will get to the bottom of this."
"Yes. Speaking of the CIA, a situation played out in front of me and I need it addressed."
"What happened?"
"The agent that saved Rick's life….."
"Agent Atwell?"
"Yes."
Frederick chuckled.
"She has become a celebrity around here. Everyone is talking about the female agent that saved Rick Grimes and gone into hiding. We are proud of her."
"Well not everyone is."
"Meaning?"
"Director Thomas."
"What about him?"
"He and Agent Ford had a falling out and he accused him of something that if it is true has no place in the CIA, FBI or any other government agency."
"What did he do?"
"Apparently his belief that females should not be in the CIA and other like agencies is affecting her. He constantly harasses her and is invading her personal life."
There was silence on the other end.
"Frederick?"
"In the interest of full disclosure and you being my friend, I will admit this. I have heard whispers about Thomas's behaviour towards female agents."
"And you did nothing?!" Ian was alarmed.
"I can't if there aren't any official complaints Ian! You know that!"
"How did you hear about the rumours?"
"Cindy came to me with stories her boyfriend told her. He's an agent too."
Ian was growing irritable with his friend.
"How many female agents resigned since he took the helm 8 years ago."
"Eleven."
"Eleven? And you saw nothing strange or suspicious about that?!"
"Of course I found it strange! After the resignation I personally called each one of those women and questioned them. They all said the same thing...that the job was stressful and it was affecting their family life. I told them that anything they tell me or want to tell was in confidence. Everyone stuck to their story."
"That is unacceptable Frederick!"
"Is Agent Atwell willing to come forward?"
"I can't answer that."
"I understand but without an official record of complaint on paper on file against the Director there is literally nothing I can do." He paused. "I'm sorry!"
"I don't want your apology Frederick! I want you to do something about Thomas. And let me issue a warning. Agent Atwell risked her life to save Rick's not once but twice and that means something to me. She went above and beyond and I see her as family now. I will use all of my power and influence to protect her!" He paused. "I suggest you do the same for your other agents before you have a major lawsuit on your hands."
He hung up.~*~*~*~*~*