Hello 2019
Warm sun cascades through the window of her bedroom. Olivia felt the warmth on her face and yet she did not want to open her eyes. She felt like she was having the most wonderful dream. She was enveloped in strong arms. She had gotten the best sleep of her life. Now that the sun was up, she was not ready for her dream to end. Olivia stirred a little bit and then she felt a finger brush against her cheek. Was she dreaming she thought? Taking a deep breath in she could smell his masculine scent. Her eyes fluttered open and were met with the bluest eyes shining back at her. He looked at her with such love that she became shy. She gave him a shy smile and he brushed his thumb across her lips before leaning down and giving her the softest of kisses. Then his baritone voice washed over her as she heard him say "good morning, sweetheart."
How did they get here you may be asking?
Flashback:
Countdown….5, 4, 3, 2, 1…
Fitz and Olivia shared a soul-stirring kiss filled with hopes and promises. They both knew deep in their hearts that they would not be kissing anyone else like this for the rest of their lives.
When their lips parted, they rested their foreheads against each other. Olivia had her arms wrapped around Fitz neck while his hands rested on her hips. They slowly swayed side to side with eyes locked on each other. They could hear the sounds of people cheering and wishing each other happy new year. It was official; they were starting 2019 out as a couple. A couple in the open for their family and friends to see. There would be no sneaking around. Each were fine with that, as they did not want to hide what they were feeling for one another. Abby and Stephen coming over and wishing them happy New Year has interrupted their moment. Abby embraced Liv in a tight hug and whispered in her ear that she hoped 2019 was filled with lots of love and happiness. That she deserved it. The two parted with tears in their eyes. They were so sappy. Stephen had patted Fitz on the back as he shared well wishes for the New Year.
The music continued to play as they made their way around to friends and family exchanging well wishes. When they reached her parents, Fitz gave Mrs. Pope a warm hug and asked her if she would like to dance. He felt it would give Liv a chance to talk with her dad. He knew she was a daddy's girl and Mr. Pope's eyes had been on them all night. After that kiss, there was no doubt, what was going on between Fitz and Olivia.
Fitz and Mrs. Pope danced for a song. During that time, she shared with him that she hopes he and Olivia would be happy together and she approved of their relationship. He thanked her and let her know that all he wants is to make Olivia happy. That he cares about her a lot and that brought her mother comfort. She knew Fitz since he was a baby. She knew the kind of man his parents raised and she had no doubt he was a good honorable man. That is someone she would be proud of her daughter to be with, and by the look on Liv's face Fitz makes her happy.
Liv smiled at her dad. He took her hand in his and began to twirl her around the dance floor.
"So you and Fitzgerald" he asked.
"Yes, Fitzgerald and I are dating. What are your thoughts?" she asked.
"I like Fitzgerald. As long as he treats you well and makes you happy, I'm happy." Joseph Pope said while looking into his daughter's eyes. He could see she cared for him a lot.
"He does make me happy, Daddy." Liv replied.
Joseph Pope just nodded and his daughter laid her head on his chest and they danced until the song was over. Olivia automatically searched for Fitz, and found him escorting her mom back over.
Once Fitz and Mrs. Pope arrived, they each found their better half. Olivia nestled into Fitz side as he gave Joseph Pope a firm handshake. Olivia and Fitz made their way around the party. Liv met some of Fitz co-workers. She also found herself talking to the lead contractor on her home again. She thanked him a second time and he just expressed how glad he was that she was pleased with the work. Olivia and Fitz found themselves in the company of Fitz parents. Robert Grant asked Olivia how she was settling in to which she had nothing but positive things to say. He expressed how glad he was that she had found her way back to the Bay Area. She thanked him for the kind words. Fitz mom was much more direct. She told Livvie she was glad to see the smile on her sons face and that she was sure she had her to thank for that. Liv looked at Fitz who was thoroughly embarrassed and she nudged his side. Fitz gave his mother a hug and bid his parents good night.
The Pope's and the Grants parents made it a habit of staying at the hotel where the party was held. They would usually have brunch together the next day to start the New Year. Fitz did not want to be presumptuous so he most definitely did not get a hotel room. He also knew he was not ready for his night with Olivia to end. They were enjoying each other's company. Olivia invited him back to her place, which was perfect. Abby and Stephen would be home upstairs at his place and he did not want Olivia to do the walk of shame from his place. He had no problem walking back to his place the next morning. Fitz and Olivia took a drive along the waterfront. There were quite a few people still out. Many had gathered to watch the fireworks. As they headed through the marina they passed an ice cream shop and Fitz asked Olivia if she wanted to stop which of course she was all for. They parked and went inside and ordered. The shop had stayed open later for family oriented celebrations. The shop would be closing in an hour and that gave Olivia and Fitz enough time to eat. They sat next to each other sampling each other's dessert. When Olivia got a little bit of ice cream on her chin wiped it off then gave her lips a kiss. They were truly enjoying each other. Many kisses were shared in the booth. They kept the PDA chaste.
"Did you have a nice time tonight?" Fitz asked.
"I did. I'm not ready for my night to end." Olivia let him know.
"I don't plan on it ending just yet." Fitz replied with a raised eyebrow.
"Well what do you have in mind?" Olivia asked as her hand found his and intertwined their fingers.
Fitz brought her hand to his lips and kissed it.
"Let's go and find out." Fitz said as he slid out of the booth, bringing Olivia with him. Once they were in a standing position he pulled her in close and whispered in her ear. We are about to make our own fireworks.
That caused Olivia to giggle.
Once outside the door, Fitz picked up his pace walking to the car. Olivia thought if they had more than a few steps to walk, she knew there was no way she would have been able to keep up. When he got to the passenger side of the car, he pinned Olivia to the car as his lips found her neck and he placed soft kisses
Fitz and Olivia walked up to her door hand in hand. Once Olivia got the door open, they both stepped inside. As Olivia went to lock the door, Fitz pinned her to it. Olivia thought what it is with him pinning her to doors. First the car door, and now the front door. He fused his lips to hers and gave her a searing kiss. This one topped the one she shared on the dance floor. She opened her mouth and welcomed his waiting tongue. This kiss was filled with so much passion. Her hands found their way around his neck and her fingertips found their way into his soft curls at the nape of his neck. Fitz groaned into her mouth letting her know he was enjoying the feel of her fingers. Their lips finally had to part, both in desperate need of air. While catching their breaths they rested their foreheads against each other.
"Let me set the alarm." Olivia said in a whisper.
He gave her some space. That gave him a little time to calm down. He ventured into the living room and took a seat on the couch. He was excessively turned on. He did not want to make any assumptions and he definitely did not want to embarrass himself. He is sure Olivia felt the effect she was having on him as his body was pressed against her. Once the alarm was set Olivia ventured into the living room and bit her lip at the sight of him lounging on her couch. He looked so sexy in his velvet tuxedo jacket. He had loosened his bowtie. It was hanging lose around his neck. She slowly made her way over to him and when she got within reach, he grabbed hold of her hand and guided her closer. One hand reached out and caressed her calf as it ran slowly up the back of her leg. His left hand reached up and caressed her neck while his thumb brushed against her jawline. She was so beautiful he thought. The intensity of his gaze made Olivia's heart skip a beat. They stared into each other's eyes. Finally Fitz spoke.
"Do you know how beautiful you are?" he said. The honestly of his words could heard in his tone.
Olivia blushed. She wanted to look away, but his gaze had her eyes locked with his. When she finally was able to tear her gaze away from his he spoke again.
"Don't do that. Don't hide from me."
She looked back at him and he pulled her gently onto his lap. When she was resting securely on his thigh, he leaned in and kissed her again nibbling on her lips. Olivia's hand snaked inside his jacket and slowly slid his coat off his shoulders and down his arms. She started working on the buttons of his shirt exposing more of his neck to her. Once it was visible, nothing stopped her lips from latching on and sucking the skin below his ear into her mouth. She did not want to go too hard and leave a mark. After all, they were not teenagers and she did not want to put a hickey on his neck. Fitz hand was resting high on her high, his breathing was labored and he growled Olivia in her ear as she nibbled her way back to his lips. Giving him a quick peck, she started to get up and at first, Fitz was confused, but she grabbed his hand bringing him to a standing position with her.
She led him through her house with her hand firmly clasped with his and into her bedroom. He used his foot to kick the door closed. Scooping her up in his arms he carried her over to the bed and laid her down gently. Standing beside the bed, he dragged his hand down her leg until he reached her heel covered feet. Slowly he removed her shoes and with the ease he was handing her foot had Olivia dripping with lust. She thought this was the sexiest thing.
Fitz had to dial things back some. He did not want to take things too fast with Olivia. He wanted this relationship to be so much more than just a physical connection. He would love to make love to her tonight, but he also felt they should wait. Olivia sensed his hesitation and instead of feeling the sting of rejection, she felt loved and respected. She eased his mind of how to convey what he was feeling. Tonight was about getting to know some of each other's likes and boundaries. They would explore each other's bodies, but tonight they would not have intercourse. Fitz and Olivia slowly throughout the course of the night undressed each other until they were down to their underwear. When Fitz saw her in the sexy lace bra and panty set laying before her he did not know if he could hold back. They did allow their hands and mouths to explore each other bodies and that is exactly what he did.
That night they learned so much about each other. Both were very vocal about what was bringing the other pleasure. Each fell asleep completely satisfied in each other's arms.
A/N: So this marks the end of this story. The sequel will be "Dating in the City". I have no idea when I will start it though.