Chapter 15: Time of my Life

Ray instinctively put an arm around Liz. Seeing the picture made him realise how vulnerable they were when they were out of the house. How did that bastard know where to find them? He couldn't have followed them, cause Ray always checked to make sure they weren't followed.

They had breakfast and Sam and Ray talked about what their next plan would be. Sam would go to the police to show them the new picture. He would also ask them if it was possible to have surveillance driving around the neighbourhood to keep an eye on things.

"I'll see you guys tonight. Please, stay safe" Sam said, taking Liz into his arms for a reassuring hug, "I love you, butterball". He hated to leave Liz after receiving this new threat, but he knew she would be safe with Ray and he really had to go to work.

"So, what's your plan for today?" Ray asked, taking Liz into his arms and kissing the tip of her nose.

Liz wrinkled her nose and giggled at the feeling of his lips, before responding more seriously, "Is it okay if we stay at the house today? I don't really feel like going out now"

"Yes, of course. We'll have a nice day here at home. We could just watch a movie or go to the pool or play some tennis"

"Hmm, I'd have thought that tennis wouldn't be on your list anymore" Liz winked, referring to the unfortunate ball incident.

"Ha! You really think that that would keep me from playing again? Then you're mistaken, Lizzie"

"Well, in case it did happen again, I could certainly take care of you better than last time" she said, while her hand sneaked towards Ray's groin and cupped his balls.

Ray groaned as Liz squeezed lightly "As lovely as that sounds, I'd prefer not to repeat that particular moment" he grimaced, remembering the pain.

He took Liz into his arms and kissed her on her lips. "We need to come up with a different activity I'm afraid"

"I'd be okay with just doing this" Liz murmured against his lips before pushing her tongue inside his mouth and deepening the kiss.

Ray wrapped his arms around her shoulders and moved one hand into her hair, pulling her closer. They stood there kissing for minutes and only stopped when they were both in desperate need for oxygen.

"Mmmm… well, as much as I love kissing you, we can't possibly do this the entire day" Ray chuckled, still out of breath. He tried to hide his erection. He couldn't believe Liz could make him hard so easily.

They decided to go and watch a movie first. Liz had made some fresh popcorn and Ray had fetched them some drinks. Liz nestled herself in Ray's arms on the loveseat and the movie started. Ray didn't know what movie Liz had put on but he soon saw the first scene of 'Dirty Dancing' and grinned.

"Ah, a chick flick"

"Yeah. I was really in the mood for something romantic. I hope that's okay with you?" Liz looked up at Ray questioningly.

"Of course it is, sweetheart" he gently kissed her forehead. He didn't tell Liz that he secretly liked this movie. He'd always wanted to be able to dance like Patrick Swayze did.

They were just nibbling on popcorn and enjoying the movie until the scene started where Baby goes to see Johnny in his cabin and they start 'dancing'.

Ray was already holding Liz's hand but started kissing the back of it then turning her hand and kissing her palm. Liz sighed at the feeling of his warm lips and sat up slightly to look at Ray. He tightened the arm he had around her shoulder, pulled her closer and started nipping at her lips.

By now the movie had been forgotten and Liz had gotten up straight and had turned towards Ray, their lips never breaking contact. Ray grabbed Liz's head in his hands and licked her lips slowly. Liz's hands were roaming Ray's chest and her fingers were already opening the buttons of his shirt.

Liz unlocked her lips from Ray's and started to kiss his chest. She pushed him back in the seat to get better access and after finishing opening his shirt she pushed it over his shoulders and Ray shrugged it off. She ran her fingers through his chest hair and licked a trail to his navel.

While giving soft kisses on his belly, she opened his belt, followed by the button and zipper of his pants. She heard Ray moan and already felt him hard under her hand when she was trying to rid Ray of his pants. Ray lifted his hips slightly so Liz could slide his pants and boxers down. His erection sprang out and Liz looked at it hungrily.

She moved a little so Ray could lie down a bit more and without warning she took him all the way into her mouth. Liz heard Ray gasp and she started moving her head up and down slowly, licking and sucking him at a tantalizing pace.

Ray started pumping Liz's mouth. He absolutely loved what she was doing and felt himself getting close already. "Lizzie…. Sweetheart…. please"

Liz stopped as she felt he was almost there. She needed to feel him inside her and got rid of her own clothes in record time. Ray was getting up to kneel down in front of Liz but with a hand on his chest, she pushed him back down. She guided his legs onto the loveseat, before straddling his waist. Ray's hands were on her hips in an instant, his eyes glistening with desire.

Ray pushed one of his hands between Liz's thighs and felt her wetness. She was practically dripping and a huge smile crossed his face before sneaking a finger inside her core. Liz arched her back a little to give him better access and Ray added another finger and started pumping in and out of her slowly. While he had his index and middle finger inside her, he stroked her clit with his thumb, making Liz writhe with pleasure.

Liz didn't want to come yet, so she sat back up straight and Ray removed his hand. Liz moved herself down from Ray's waist, leaving a wet spot on his belly. She took his shaft and guided the tip to her core and slowly lowered herself, impaling her body with Ray's hard erection.

She'd set a slow pace but that didn't last long as they were both craving their release. Ray kept Liz in place by holding her hips and he moved his own hips along with Liz's rhythm. He'd placed his thumb back on Liz's clit and was pressing and stroking it. He felt himself explode into Liz and arched his back off the seat as a reaction to his overwhelming orgasm.

Liz wasn't far behind and followed Ray soon with her own release. Feeling Liz's insides convulse was almost too much for Ray to handle and he grunted loudly, coming down from his high.

They panted loudly as Liz bent over and lay down on Ray's chest, her head on his shoulder, totally spent. Ray wrapped his arms around her and they just lay there for a while in each other's arms. As they were getting their breath back, the movie had gotten to the end, where Baby and Johnny were doing their final dance.

"Hmm, 'Time of my life', what an appropriate ending", Liz giggled.

"And I owe it all to you" Ray said, kissing Liz.

They spent some time at the pool, swimming and talking a bit. Liz asked Ray some questions about his work in the Secret Service and Ray asked Liz a bit more about her past. In between the more serious talks, they were kissing and splashing each other, keeping the mood light and fun.

Ray had made them a nice lunch, which they ate at the poolside, their feet dangling in the water.

All in all it was a nice and relaxing day, just what they both needed.

Later that evening Liz came downstairs with her hands behind her back.

"I got something for you"

Ray looked up from the TV guide. "Really? You should stop buying me presents, sweetie"

"Well, I didn't really buy you this, I… had it made" Liz said, taking a seat next to Ray on the couch.

Ray was curious now and quickly opened the package that Liz had handed him.

It was his medal, the Naval Cross, in a beautiful wooden frame.

"I had it in my handbag from when your sister-in-law gave it back to you and decided to ask Martha to get it framed for me"

Ray was speechless. He felt his throat tighten and tears form in his eyes. He swallowed hard, desperately trying to keep his emotions under control.

"At least now you can hang it instead of it lying in a drawer somewhere" Liz continued, stroking Ray's back with her hand.

"Thank you" Ray managed to whisper, before putting the frame down and putting his arms around Liz tightly. Liz had expected a thank you but never thought he would have such an emotional reaction.

They held each other for a while before Ray pulled back and planted a soft kiss on Liz's lips. "Thank you so much. That's such a sweet thing to do"

Ray kissed Liz once more before they heard the front door slam. Sam was home and was just in time for dinner. Ray went to the kitchen to thank Martha for helping Liz with his gift before joining Liz and Sam at the dinner table.

"Everything okay?" Ray asked as soon as he saw Sam's face. He looked pissed off.

"Fine" he said with a heavy sigh. "This whole thing with Liz is worrying me and the police are still no closer to getting that asshole"

"I might have some more news later", Ray said, "This morning I asked my men to see if they could find out how it's possible that that guy always knows where to find us. He was with us at the beach and then again at the airport and god knows where else. I will call them after dinner to see if they've found something"

"Oh, that would be great. If we know, then we might be able to intercept whatever it is. Could we even track him down that way?" Sam asked

"No, I don't think so. We might, depending on how he's tracking us, but I think he's too smart to leave a trace"

True to his word, Ray made a phone call immediately after dinner. He returned to the living room about 20 minutes later, a dark look on his face.

"Okay, I know how he did it" he started to Sam and Liz who were sitting on the couch, desperately waiting for any news.

"Apparently this guy knows what he's doing. He has hacked Liz's phone and got into her GPS. That way he always knew exactly where we were…"

Ray looked at Liz intently "From now on, leave your phone at home. Don't switch it off, cause he'll know we're onto him. I instructed one of my men to get you a burner phone tomorrow, so you'll still have a phone you can use if you want to"

"Thank you, Ray. We might be one step closer to getting him" Sam said.

"I hope so. But at least now we're probably able to leave the house without him being on our tail"

Later that night they said their goodnights and Ray and Liz got ready for bed.

"Do you think we could leave the house tomorrow?" Liz asked him, hopeful that they could.

"Yes, darling, we sure can"

Liz had her head on Ray's shoulder as they were holding each other close, their legs tangled.

"Just to clarify, I loved being with you at the house today" Liz said, kissing his collarbone and working her way up to his neck.

"Me too, Lizzie. I had an amazing time"

Ray moved his head towards Liz and their lips found each other quickly. Ray rolled over onto Liz and continued kissing her while his hands roamed her body.

They kissed each other deeply before Ray showered her face and neck with feather light kisses. After another long kiss Liz turned on her side, her back towards Ray.

"Goodnight, sweetheart" Ray said, kissing her behind her ear.

"Goodnight, Ray" she said, enjoying the feel of Ray's warm embrace.

They slowly dozed off, each loving the feel of the other so close and safe.