Chapter 45: A Plan
"Try to be a rainbow in someone's clouds." ~Maya Angelou
Liv watched Happy sleep; the rhythmic rise and fall of his chest gave her a sense of peace and relief. It had been a little over a week since Happy had woken up from his coma and nearly two weeks since Olivia had arrived back in Charming. Since then Happy had been unbearable to be around especially for the hospital staff. He had made at least three nurses cry, two of which refused to have him as their patient anymore. His mood was darker than Liv had ever seen it, things were not even that bad when he been pissed off at her. For people who knew him it was bad, if they didn't know him his mood was downright scary. Olivia had tried to explain to Happy several times that his "pushy fucking babysitters" were only there to help and the sooner he cooperated the sooner he would get to go home. But of course, Liv couldn't get that through his thick skull…Happy remained as stubborn as ever. So, his sleeping was a nice reprieve for Liv, who hadn't left the hospital since she arrived.
There was a soft rap on Happy's hospital door before the door opened and Jax peered in. Liv smiled softly and waved him in, it was nice to see that it wasn't a nurse. Olivia took him in as he walked towards her, Jax looked exhausted. She wondered what was going on with the club or his life, that made him look so dog-tired.
"Hey." Jackson said quietly; he didn't want to wake the beast. He knew Happy was itching to get out of the hospital and because of that he was unbearable to be around. Jax couldn't help but wonder how Liv did it; she had rarely set foot outside of the hospital room since Happy's accident. Fuck, she was a good old lady.
"Hi, Jax. What's up?" Liv whispered; glad to have some company other than Happy.
Jax studied Liv briefly before sitting down in a chair next to her. "Wanted to see if you wanted to take a break. Lyla is out in the waiting room and she wants to take you to dinner, outside of the hospital." Jax and Lyla, both thought that Liv needed a break. Hell, she looked like it, her tired blue eyes stared widely at him.
Olivia shook her head; leaving wasn't even an option she had considered. "I don't know Jax." She hesitated, she didn't want to leave Happy, no matter how intolerable he was being. However, she was dying for human contact with other people who were in considerably better moods than Happy. Liv loved him but his bad attitude was taking its toll on her. She found that she was starting to become short with people and most of the time she could barely stand being around Happy.
"I'll stick around here until you get back. Liv, you deserve a break. Hap is out of danger; you do know that, right?" Jackson gave her a sympathetic smiled.
Liv let out a deep sigh, she knew Jax was right, she needed a break. But she didn't want Happy to think she just left him. He never left her while she was recovering from the last time Marks and Cartwright attacked her. Then again she was unconscious pretty much the whole time and she didn't have a bad attitude. "Alright, Jax but if he wakes up, you get to deal with him."
Jackson let you a quiet, reluctant snicker, knowing what a beast Happy had been. Jax understood what Hap was going through was rough on him, he was pissed he was stuck in the hospital and even more angry over the fact that his beloved Harley Dina was demolished in the accident. Jax was sure that Happy would love to get his hands on the man, who had caused all the damage and destruction in his life. But he was already behind bars at least for a short time. It was fine though Happy had patience and he would get his pound of flesh, if that is what he wanted.
"Don't worry Liv. I know how to handle the beast." Jax stood and held his hand out for Olivia, so she would get moving. He smiled as he replaced himself in her seat. "Now go." He commanded as she slowly made her way to the door and looked back before leaving. "Seriously Liv, leave now or I will wake Happy up and tell him you trying to escape." Jax threatened. Olivia gave him a small relieved smile before walking out the door.
It was close to midnight when Liv finally slipped back into Happy's hospital room. Jax had fallen asleep in the chair where she left him. His soft snores and sound of the television mingled as she placed the bag she was carrying on the floor next to the chair. Jackson looked almost too peaceful to wake; there was something so innocent and child like about him when he was sleeping.
Liv touched Jax's shoulder gently, "Jax?" She whispered.
"Hmmm?" Jackson hummed as he stretched out his achy body. The hospital chair was not the most comfortable place he had slept in his life. He glanced up at Olivia and rubbed his face. "What time is it?" His voice was laced with sleep.
"Almost midnight. Sorry, I would have been back sooner but as much as I hate to admit it I was having a good time." Liv acknowledged. She had a wonderful time with Lyla, it was a much-needed break from worrying about and caring for Happy. She was glad Jax had talked her into going out for the evening. "How were things here?" Olivia asked reluctantly, hoping he wouldn't tell her Hap had woke up while she was gone.
"Ah, pretty quiet." Jax stood up and stretched his long muscular body. "Don't worry Happy slept the whole time you were gone." He lied. No need to ruin Liv's pleasant evening, she needed it. It made feel good to see her relaxed and let go a bit.
In fact, Happy woke up shortly after Liv had left and was pissed off that she had left without waking him up. Jackson had talked with Happy about how she needed a break and if she didn't she would end up in a hospital bed just like Hap. She hadn't been taking care of her own well-being while Happy was in the hospital and she needed a mental break. Jackson basically made her leave. Happy confirmed to Jax that he knew he was being too hard on Liv. She was continuously tolerated his cranky ass with such grace and patience. He didn't know how she did it because he could barely tolerate himself. Liv had stepped up and was the mediator between himself and the nurses, which had been a life saver for both parties. Olivia had proved she was his perfect old lady. Happy promised his president that he wouldn't mention the fact he had woke up to Liv not being there.
"Good." Liv sighed with relief, she had already taken the brunt of Happy's anger as the go between with the nurses and doctors. She didn't need him to actually be angry with her. Olivia hadn't taken anything that Happy had said or did to heart at this point; she understood where he was coming from with the injuries. All of it just plain old sucked. "Well I should let you get home and I should get some sleep before the beast awakes." She partially joked. She loved Happy and she just wanted him to go back to the asshole he was before. At least then he was tolerable. Liv just hoped that her plan she had for him would cheer him up a little bit.
"I don't know how you sleep in that chair, it's so uncomfortable." Jax shook his head.
Olivia let out a quiet laugh, "I guess it's the least I can do for him. He went through so much more when I was going through all my shit." She never once felt like she was returning a favor or it was some chore that was set in front of her, even though she knew everything that was waiting for her to deal with when she got back to Portland.
Jax made his way to the door, "I know he appreciates it, even if he doesn't show it." He noted.
Liv nodded, "I know. Thanks for the time out tonight Jax. I really appreciate it." She settled into the chair and snuggled herself under the stiff hospital blanket as Jax closed the door behind him. It had really turned out to be a lovely evening.
Happy had been watching Olivia sleep for a while before he noticed she was starting to stir. He hadn't heard her come back the previous evening so when he woke up, he was surprised to see that she was sound asleep in the chair. After his talk with Jax, Happy had started to feel slightly guilty about how he had been treating Liv. Guilt was not a feeling that he was used to, it felt foreign to him and he didn't know how to deal with it. So, he suppressed it like he did most of the feelings he didn't know how process. The one thing he was taking away from everything was he was fucking lucky to have Liv; most women would have walked away from him at this point. Then again Olivia was not most women.
"Mmm." Liv moaned as she stretched her arms over her head and glanced over at Happy with a sleepy smile. "Morning."
Hap loved that sleepy smile, it was so sexy. "Morning. Sleep well?" He asked wondering if she was going to tell him about going out he night before.
Olivia nodded as she stood up and made her way to Happy's bed. "I slept fine. I do have something I need to confess though." She knew if Happy had found out she was gone by someone else, it might send him off the edge. Liv watched as Happy's eyes clouded up and his face turned stormy. She did not want to fight this early. "I went out with Lyla last night for dinner. I needed a break." Liv admitted as she sat next to Happy. His bed was far more comfortable than the chair.
Happy sighed deeply wondering if he should tell her that he already knew and he wasn't pissed off about it. "I know. I woke up when Jax was here last night." Happy confessed. The look on Liv's face said it all when she admitted that she went out, it was a mixture of anxiety and fear. Happy reached up and cupped Liv's face. "I love you." It was only thing he could say that he felt like would bring Olivia some comfort.
Liv didn't reply, instead she placed her lips against Happy's. Her body was already on fire; she was excited to see if her surprise for Hap worked out or at least it wasn't just a waste of time spending time planning it. And at least hoped that it would at least put Happy in a better mood than what he had been in over the last week.
As they were kissing the door to the room swung open and a nurse walked in. "Mr. Lowman?" She announced herself tentatively, as she made her way further into the hospital room.
Happy jerked away from Liv quickly, he had never been one for allowing strangers to see his weaknesses, Olivia being one of them. This nurse was new; he had never seen her before, even more reason not to allow her to see his affection towards Liv.
"My name is Amber. I am going to be your nurse today." She stated as she wrote her information on the whiteboard that hung on the opposing wall from where Happy's bed was.
Liv watched as Happy's attitude change from somewhat aggregable to severely disagreeable at the presence of the blonde-haired nurse. Happy's carefreeness that Liv loved so much was long gone. Olivia shook her head as she gazed over at Nurse Amber, she was quite pretty; although she looked as if a strong gust of wind would blow her over. Her hair was a shade that reminded Liv of honey and it was pulled back in a tight ponytail which accentuated her high cheekbones. Liv wished her cheekbones resembled the nurse's.
Olivia wondered how the nurse ended up pulling the short stick when it came to patients. The poor girl didn't have a clue about the potential monster that was sitting in the bed in front of her. Someone didn't like Amber or they wanted to initiate her by fire. Happy was not a patient for the faint of heart or new nurses. He needed someone who wouldn't put up with his bullshit.
"What do you want?" Happy sneered.
Here we go. Liv thought to herself as she waited to see how the nurse reacted. It's sink or swim sweetheart.
Amber flinched at the venom that Happy emanated. "I…I…I'm here to get your morning vitals and see if you would like your pain medications." She stuttered as she fidgeted under Happy's hard glare. The only reason she hadn't run out of the room in tears was the kind and apologetic look she got from the girl who was sitting on the bed next to her patient.
"I don't need shit." Happy growled. He was so sick of being in this fucking hospital with the nursing staff constantly bothering him. He just wanted to be back home.
"Hap, knock it off and let the poor girl do her job." Liv snorted, "you're such a pain in the ass." She was bold to say that to him when he was in one of his moods. At least she knew he wouldn't hurt her.
Nurse Amber was surprise that the girl spoke to Happy so candidly. It made her wonder if he would put her in her place, it seemed like her patient was that sort of man. She could never imagine speaking to him the way that the girl did. It scared her.
Happy's glare turned from the nurse to Liv. He didn't want her calling him on his shit but she did like a good old lady should. "Just get what you need and get the hell out." Happy didn't even look over at the nurse; he was too busy watching a smirk pass across Liv's face. He continued to scowl at her as the nurse did her thing. He would have never conceded to any other woman, hell he wouldn't have to any man like he had just done for Olivia. Damn, he loved her. Happy growled at the thought; he had truly lost himself in Liv.
"Be nice." Liv whispered as another smirk crossed her face. She knew the hard look was non-threatening. And if he did have real rage, it would soon be forgotten if things worked out like she wanted.
The nurse finished quickly she didn't want to be around the guy named, Happy any longer than she needed. Amber refrained from talking and started to make her way out of the room. She felt shit on by her head nurse and was wondering how she could get out of this assignment, when she heard foot steps behind her. Nurse Amber turned to see the brunette that had been in the room following her. It gave her a chance to admire the brave girl. Her eyes were a piercing ice blue; it was a color that she had never seen before. The woman looked kind enough and fuck she was courageous.
"Can I ask a favor of you?" Liv stopped the nurse. "It might make your life and the lives of your coworkers so much better and much easier when it comes to dealing with Happy."
Amber's hazel eyes flashed with question, "Um…" She hesitated hoping it wasn't something that would get her into troubles but if it could make things better for the staff, then she would be a hero.
Liv could read the reluctance on Amber's face. "Listen it is nothing that would get you into trouble. I just need a few uninterrupted hours with Happy." Liv was looking forward to her plan and seeing what happy thought of it. Improving his attitude was something Liv really wanted to do. She also hoped that it would help for her sake as well as the nurses.
"I think I can manage that. As far as I know DR Smith doesn't have any tests planned for Mr. Lowman." Amber smiled in relief, glad that she would be able to help and not get into trouble for it.
"Thank you. I promise next time you come into the room, Happy will be in a much more amiable mood." Olivia stated, hoping that she could deliver what she had just promised. As she walked back towards the room, she knew that it would work because it was Happy she was talking about after all. A smile crossed her face as she entered the room and locked the door behind her. She was not taking any chances of any of Happy's brothers showing up unannounced, even though she knew Lyla was going to put the word out that Happy was off limits for the morning.
"What's with the smile?" Happy was suspicious of the gleeful look on Liv's face.
Liv raised an eye brow, "Wouldn't you like to know? I am going to go take a shower." She stated as she grabbed the bag she had prepared with Lyla the night before. Olivia didn't wait for Happy to respond before making her way into the bathroom. His loud grunt did not go unnoticed as she closed the door. She knew that he would soon forgive her.
Happy was staring at the television when he heard the bathroom door open. He quickly glanced over at Liv, who was standing next to his bed. "Holy Fuck!" Happy hissed. Liv was dressed in a short, tight white nurse's uniform, the front was zipped to just below her breast showing off her cleavage and black bra. As Liv walked around his bed, he noticed the hint of garters holding up her white thigh-highs. Happy's eyes traveled down Liv's legs; she had on a pair of cherry red stiletto heels. Was she wearing this costume to drive him fucking crazy? He was on fire, if his nurses all looked like Liv did he would do whatever they wanted of him. Of course, he would never admit that; not even to Liv.
Liv tapped the toe of her stiletto in mocking annoyance as she waited for Happy's eyes to find their way up to her face. She didn't know what to expect from him, other than muttering holy fuck, he didn't give her any other reaction. When Happy's face finally reached hers, Liv's heart and breathing quickened. There was a mixture of lust and pure shock in gazing back at her. Time to take on her role as Nurse Trager.
A sly smile crossed Olivia's lips as she raised her eye brow at Happy. "You like what you see, Mr. Lowman? Might I remind you my eyes are up here." Liv pointed to her face.
Happy nodded but he meant it more as a challenge to Liv than anything else. "What is this all about Olivia?" She made him salivate with need, he wanted nothing more than to put his mouth to her warm skin. It had been far too long since he could touch her in a passionate way. He was dying to fuck her.
It was working, Liv saw the old Happy glimmering in his eyes. "What is what all about, Mr. Lowman? I am your nurse for the next few hours as you have been so blatantly rude to all the other staff. However, if you don't want me as your nurse, I can always go get someone else." Liv turned to walk out of the room but Happy's hand grabbed her wrist and tugged her back to the bed.
"No." His eyes were hooded with lust as he tried to pull Liv into bed with him. Normally she would have readily hopped right into the bed with him but she refused. "What?"
Liv shook her finger to tell him no. She flopped out of her role as Nurse Trager and let herself just be Liv for a moment. "Hap, I will keep playing this fantasy with you if you promise me something."
There was a catch? Why the hell would there be a catch? "What is it?" Happy sat back in his bed and as a frown crawled across his face.
Liv was use to this by now and it did not phase her and her determination to make everyone's lives better. "I got the nurse to leave us for a few hours and obviously, you can see what I want and I know what you want." She ran her hand up Happy's good thigh and between his legs where she was greeted by his erection. His breathing hitched, good they were getting somewhere. "If you want me for this time, then you need to promise me that you will be nice to the nurses for the rest of your stay. If you need to take out your frustration on someone, take it out on me." Liv bit her lip seductively, she liked how Happy could find solace in her and take out his vexations on her because that was always the best sex that they had.
Happy mulled over Liv's proposition quickly, how could he turn her down. He couldn't. "Fine." He took her by surprise and pulled her into the bed with him. "Now give me what I want woman." Liv's genuine laughter filled his ears, it was a sound he hadn't heard in a long time, he loved it.
"Promise me, Happy." Liv straddled Happy's lap and swayed her hips against his erection. Happy lamented, she ran her hands under his hospital gown and up his chest. "Say it Hap."
Another moan crossed Happy's lips. He wanted Liv so badly and he would do anything to feel himself inside of her again. "I promise."
"Good." Liv quickly slid down Happy's boxers enough to allow it to spring free. She wanted him as much as he wanted her. Even if he wouldn't have said he promised her, she would have had sex with him. Liv needed to feel close to Happy again and sex was the one thing that always did it for them. They had always found their way back to each other that way; it had been their gateway.
Olivia wanted to get as much from Happy in the limited amount of time that they had. She didn't hesitate sliding herself down on Happy. She whimpered with need as he filled her. Liv placed her hands down on Hap's chest and steadied herself before she started to slide up and down on his shaft.
It felt so good to be inside of Liv again, it was euphoric for Happy. Better than any drug they had given him in the hospital. "Fuck, Liv." He grabbed her hips and made her move quicker. They would have plenty of time to take it slow. He felt himself close to his release; he looked up at Liv who threw her head back and moaned loudly. She clenched tightly around him, that was all he needed to tip him over the edge. He groaned as came.
Liv collapsed on Happy's chest. She hadn't realized how deprived she had been, she had orgasmed within minutes of having sex with Happy. "Was it worth it?" Liv asked as she lay listening to Happy's loud steady heartbeat.
"Yes." Happy replied. She would always be worth every it.
Author's Note: Thank you all for your patience. I had every intention to get this chapter out before I had my son. Unfortunately, I did not. However, he is a pretty good napper so I have had time to write. Either way my little man made his way into this world in September and he has been nothing but a blessing since. I will finish this story but it going to take time. I am hoping to have another chapter out soon. Please feel free to tell me what you think! I love hearing from you, especially when I am up at 2 am with the little man.