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Not Safe For Work
Chapter 18
They spent the next day doing some low key activities. Elizabeth's left hand was sore from over use. Between the sewing, the underwater activities, and the paddling she had used it just a little too much. Since she didn't want to be in pain during their date that evening rest was needed.
Also because of the date they didn't want to go too far from Dorado. That made it a perfect day to spend back in San Juan. They started at the Casa de Libro. A museum containing a collection of rare manuscripts and books, some from as far back as the fifteenth century. There was also an exhibit dedicated to book making and the history of printing. Both Elizabeth and Jason were bibliophiles, so this was a fascinating stop for them.
They visited the Pablo Casals Museum. While the Spanish cello virtuoso had not been born in Puerto Rico, his mother was, this was where he spent the later portion of his life. Making his permanent home in the town of Ceiba. His impact on music and culture in his new home was sweeping. He founded both the Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra, and a year later the Conservatory of Music. In addition to being a cellist he was also a celebrated composer, which was not something Elizabeth knew. His death in 1973 was covered, so was his being honored by King Juan Carlos I with a postage stamp. For her the highlight of the visit was being able to watch a concert from the Festival Casals on videotape. Jason offered to purchase some CDs for her, and she smiled telling him she had an entire collection at her studio that she often listened to while working.
Elizabeth insisted that they also go to the Museo del Mar, or the Museum of the Sea. Nautical history was one of her boyfriend's favorite subjects. After asking if he'd been before and getting a no she simply turned to the guards asking Renaldo to lead the way. Ocean voyaging had changed extensively over the centuries and here they were treated to a visual timeline. From the model ships to the mechanical devices sailors employed to navigate it was all available for viewing. There was also a section devoted to items brought up from the oceans depths. As they were leaving she saw information on El Arsenal and made plans for them to go see that before leaving the island.
They had a late lunch out on their patio before retreating into the house for some private time and a nap. After waking up they went to the beach to have some fun in the water. She had gotten spoiled during the time that they had been on their vacation. Having the water so close was wonderful. At the Towers she would have around the clock access to the pool, but it wasn't the same. Part of the joy of the ocean was looking out into that vast expanse of blue. It was calming and at the same time inspiring.
"We need to go back to the house so that I can start my girl stuff for tonight." Liz was stretched out on one of the loungers on the sand.
"We aren't leaving for another three hours." Jason pointed out. Honestly he had no idea what women did to prepare for a night out. What he did know was that he had spent more time than he wanted to think about waiting for dates to finish getting ready. Which often meant they were late to wherever they were going. That was the real reason he had dated so many women, because when they pulled that crap they didn't get a second date. That rule went out the window with Elizabeth he thought grinning.
"Part of that prep is me sitting in my workroom giving the dress a critical review and making any last minute changes." Liz told him. She had tried the dress on yesterday morning and it fit perfectly so today she would be checking the seams to make sure the dress wasn't going to fall apart during their night out.
"I'm sure it's perfect." Jason said grabbing his shirt and towel. "You could wear one of my shirts on the date and still turn heads."
"You are sweet." She rewarded him with a kiss as she pulled on her cover up. "The only person I want to impress is you."
"Already done." Jason dropped her a wink as they went to the bungalow.
"I'm going to shower then the bathroom is yours. I will need it back about ninety minutes before we leave." Elizabeth wanted to be conscious of the fact that they were sharing the room. At his look of disbelief she laughed. "I'm not going to be in the bathroom for that entire time. I need to put in my rollers and then I won't go back in until I need to paint my face. You will learn all about my girl stuff after we are living together."
Jason was guessing this was a big night out routine because she hadn't bothered with much in the way makeup since they'd been staying together. He did notice that she was religious about her skin care routine. Especially moisturizers and sunblock. "Okay."
"Most days I'm a tinted moisturizer with SPF, lip stain, and mascara kind of girl." Liz didn't want him to think she was super high maintenance. She loved Carly, but it took that woman forever to get ready to leave the house on a typical day. Liz didn't have time for that. "I'll shower then you can do your boy stuff." She said moving towards the bedroom.
He was going to get clean, shave, and brush his teeth. He'd be in the bathroom twenty minutes' tops. Then all he had to do was get dressed. Guys had it so much easier. While he was waiting for her more than likely he would play some video games. Now he'd grab a glass of water.
Elizabeth walked out of the bedroom ready for a night with her guy. She hadn't given him any warning that she was coming because she wanted to his gut reaction to her look. Boundaries were well and truly pushed. Not only with the dress but tonight she had gone for a smoky eye, something she never did. However if there was a night for drama this was it. "Hi." He was looking out the large window.
"Hey." He said turning, he had heard her coming and was about to turn and face her when she spoke up. "I…oh wow…you…wow!" Jason was having trouble processing the vision before him. "I need words now, words to tell you about how you look…" His eyes moved up and down her body. "Yeah, words."
Liz just laughed. She'd never seen Jason flustered before, if asked she wouldn't have said it was possible. She did a turn so that he could see the entire dress and once she was facing front she gave him that smile that only showed up when her inner bad girl was in control. "So you don't like it?" Which wasn't even close to being true and she knew it.
"I think you broke me." Jason said laughing. "You're wearing black. Is that lace?" He asked rooted to the spot. "You're wearing a dress made of black lace." Damn.
"Spanish Scroll Lace, which yes happens to be black. It has a nude underlay that keeps it from being see through." She explained how that worked. The sleeveless dress had a V neck line that was lined with scalloped lace which was also on the waist. It was perfect for a summer night out. She paired it with open toed stilettos and had her hair in large loose curls.
"You look so beautiful." He managed to get his brain working. "And I cannot tell you how proud I am to go out with you tonight. Not because every guy we pass will be jealous of me." He said laughing. "But also because you made that dress. Your talent leaves me in awe."
Elizabeth had to blink back tears. She hadn't expected all that. "Thank you." It meant everything that he was proud of her. "You look very handsome yourself."
"Thanks." He was in a charcoal grey suit with a black shirt and matching tie. "I wanted to look nice for tonight." It was big night for them, although she didn't know that yet. He had made his final selection between the rings while she was in the shower, when he got dressed he put it in his pocket.
"You don't have to keep the tie on." She knew that he hated them.
"Yes, I do." Jason would wear one for her. "Wow." He said again. "I'm still processing. Why black?" It was the last color he expected to see her in.
"Because you like it. I wanted this dress to be about you." She had no problem dressing specifically for him from time to time. "I originally wanted a black and white dress. I thought all black would be too much on me." She hadn't even worn it to her gram's funeral. Instead wearing green because that was her grandmother's favorite color. "I don't wear the color because I don't normally like how I look in it. However once I saw this fabric I knew I had to use it. Max and Renaldo didn't know what I picked, so you are the first to see it." The Spanish lace had been on a lower shelf so she didn't need assistance to look at it. The softer black didn't make her look like she was glowing, which was the problem with a deeper shade of the hue. Or at least in her mind that was the issue.
"I wouldn't have minded if they saw it." Jason told himself to move from the spot he was standing in. "We should go."
"Are we running late?" She had done her best to keep track of time.
"No." He didn't even look at the clock. Time was hers to command. They would get to restaurant when they got there.
"Good. I'm ready whenever you are." She was excited about their evening out. She was guessing this sense of anticipation when it came to spending time with him wouldn't ever go away.
He didn't know if he would ever be ready for her, not completely. Elizabeth just knocked his world off its axis. He was ready for tonight though. Ready to see his ring on her finger, so that she knew his heart was hers. "If you get chilly say so." She didn't grab a wrap as they walked out.
"I'm sure you'll keep me warm." Liz told him flirting.
"Your eyes seem bluer." Jason said taking in another detail.
That was due to the color of the makeup, but a girl had to have some secrets so she just smiled at him. She stopped suddenly when they got to the carport. Behind the SUV was a limo. "Okay then." Unexpected, but very cool.
Jason held open the door and then got inside. Lee was driving and Max was up front. Johnny and Renaldo were already at the restaurant awaiting their arrival. Jason thought he was going to be nervous, but that wasn't the case. He just felt like he had finally found where he was meant to be. Greatest feeling in the world.
Johnny blinked fast when Jason stepped out of the limo. His friend was wearing a tie. The suit wasn't that surprising, Jason had to wear them a few times every year for meetings, and summits. He wouldn't wear a tie unless Maximus was going to be in attendance. However when Liz stepped out of the vehicle Johnny had to do a double take.
This was a new look for Elizabeth. Sophisticated, and sexy. He could say that she was sexy because he didn't have any romantic feelings for her. Johnny's remarks were as someone who had a great love of fashion. The other reason he could say that she looked sexy was because that was what his friend was going for. The design, and fabric, of the dress told you that. This was sexy done right, classy as opposed to trashy. Off the top of his head he could name some women in Port Charles who needed a lesson on how to do that. Together they looked fantastic. A young power couple. At the first summit they were going to turn heads. "Hi guys." Johnny was holding the front door open.
"Hi Johnny." Liz smiled when he gave her a thumbs up. Big nights out didn't happen for her that often. Usually if there was an event in Port Charles, or the surrounding area, she was working leading up to it. Making dresses for other ladies to wear, and she wouldn't change that for anything. So when the night in question rolled around she was in sweats or pajamas relaxing. However when she did have to go out, she would send a picture to Johnny and Diane for an opinion on her outfit. They could both be trusted to give an honest critic.
"Mr. Morgan, Ms. Webber welcome." The manager greeted them. "We have everything ready."
"Thank you." Jason had his hand on Elizabeth's lower back as they walked into the dining room. At her look of surprise he smiled.
"You rented the entire restaurant for us?" She hadn't been expecting that. Some people would see this as him showing off, but she didn't. She saw this as him wanting to give her a night that she would never forget. Objective achieved.
"I didn't want to share you." Jason said with a boyish smile.
"You never have to share me, no matter how many other people are in the room." She let him know. "Thank you." She appreciated everything he did for her, no matter how big or small. He needed to know that.
"We're ready to be seated." Jason told the manager.
"Right this way." He said leading them to their table.
They opted not order from the menu, but instead took the option of letting the chef create whatever he wanted. He came out and chatted with them briefly to find out their preferences. After that conversation he disappeared back into the kitchen to start cooking.
"That was incredible." Elizabeth said putting down her fork. "I've never had anyone create a menu based just on my personal favorites before." Every single dish had been spectacular. Her courses, five in all, differed from Jason's so there had been a good amount of feeding one another going on. "Did you enjoy yourself?"
"I did." Jason leaned back from the table as their dishes were cleared. He had very much enjoyed just being able to sit across the table from her and spend a relaxed evening. He put his hand down on the crisp white linen and Elizabeth didn't hesitate to put hers on top. "We just have dessert left."
"Would you like to take it to go?" Elizabeth wouldn't mind if he was ready to call it a night. "We have coffee back at the house."
"I'm enjoying being out." Jason rubbed his thumb over the back of her hand. "Before our final course comes I have something for you." From the corner of his eyes he saw the guys leave the room to give them privacy. They would make sure the staff wouldn't disturb them either.
"What's that?" Liz didn't bother to say he didn't have to give her anything; that was something he already knew.
"My heart." Jason paused to make sure this came out correctly. "I don't ever want you to doubt that you are the most important person in my life. That nothing else comes before you. Nothing." He kept his eyes on hers so she would see the truth of what he was saying. "I love you Elizabeth." He had been holding those words in for a while, now he didn't have to.
She had to reach for her tissue. Inside she knew that he loved her. That love was in everything he did for her. It came out every time he touched her. Still it felt so incredible to hear him say it. It freed her to be able to say it as well. "I love you Jason. So much." Elizabeth's smile was radiant. "I'm so proud to have your heart."
"Having your love is everything." Jason lifted her hand and kissed her palm. Hearing her say that she loved him and that she was proud to be loved by him made him feel ten feet tall. Reaching into his pants pocket he pulled out the velvet box that held her ring. "I have this for you."
Looking at the size of the box she knew it contained a ring. That was surprising. It didn't occur to her that he would give her a ring before an engagement ring. There was no doubt in her mind that they were going to be together until they took their last breaths. "Open it." She requested softly.
Jason did as she asked noting that Elizabeth was still looking at him while he did so. He didn't feel like the ring was the focus of this moment, but that he was. "What do you think?" He asked urging her to look at his selection.
"That is stunning." Liz looked back at him before once again taking in the sparkling gem nestled in the black velvet. "I've never seen an orange stone in a ring before."
"It's a sapphire. I wanted something unique for you. Something that you wouldn't see on just anyone." Jason had no problem admitting that. His girlfriend was not a look at me person, but in this instant he wanted her to be.
"I'm going to be flashing this ring around. I want everyone to see it." Liz said laughing. It was a statement piece and that statement was that she was taken. Everyone needed to know that.
"May I put it on you?" Jason asked taking it out of the box.
"Please." Elizabeth held out her hand and took a deep breath to stop it from shaking. The second the ring was on her finger her body stilled. They both looked at her hand before bringing their eyes to one another. She wiggled her fingers watching as the stone flashed in the light from the fireplace. Leaning forward she met Jason halfway over the table for a kiss. "This is the best night of my life. Not because of the ring, but because I got to here you say that you love me."
"Mine too." Jason cupped her cheek and kissed her again. "The best part is that this is just the first of so many times I will hear those words from you."
Elizabeth nodded knowing that what he just said was true.
"I think it's time for dessert, after which we can go home and celebrate." Jason suggested to his girlfriend.
"How about we get dessert to go?" She mentioned again. "Then we can eat it after we finish our celebration in private." Liz was done sharing him.
"Even better." Jason got up from the table. "Let me tell everyone the new plan." He got a kiss before going to find the crew.
They walked into the bungalow hand in hand. Liz had enjoyed showing her ring to their friends. The dessert, as well as the bottle of champagne they brought back with them, went into the refrigerator. Once their goodies were away they went into the bedroom. "Unzip me." Liz requested turning her back to him.
Jason tossed his suit jacket onto one of the chairs before acceding to her wishes. He couldn't help but notice that as he lowered the zipper no bra came into view. Wanting to touch her, he took his index finger and slowly dragged it up the exposed skin feeling her tremble slightly.
"Thanks." Liz said turning to face him as she reached up and pushed the straps over her shoulders so that she could slide the dress down her body. Stepping out she stood in front of him in her heels and bikini briefs.
"Did you make those?" Jason wanted to know. The black lace looked just like the dress.
"I did. I had some fabric left over and I liked the thought of what was under the dress matching it. I built support into the bodice of the dress because bras are more difficult to make, at least for me. I learned that when I did my first swim suit line. " Liz didn't have the time to deal with that. Stretching out on the bed she propped her weight on her elbows. "Undress and join me." He was wearing too many clothes and was too far away.
Another request Jason was happy to comply with. When he was down to skin he put one knee on the bed, leaned forward to grab the waistband of his girl's underwear and with his eyes on hers gave her a request of his own. "Lift up." The one scrap of fabric was in the way and needed to go.
She did and when he came over her Elizabeth opened her legs so he could fit himself into the cradle of her thighs. "I love it when all your skin is touching mine." She let him know as he hands moved over his back. No matter how they made love it was wonderful, but missionary was one of her favorite positions.
"It is pretty fantastic." Jason said as he kissed her shoulder and then the side of her neck. He was already hard for her and this was more than likely not going to be a long session of love making. He really wanted to be inside her, to feel her body welcoming his inside. With each passing moment he was becoming more desperate. Rocking against her with his erect shaft he could feel that she was wet and ready. "Can I have you?"
"Yes." The word ended on a moan. "Hurry." She said lifting her hips into his.
Jason shifted and pushed inside her, then stopped moving. "I love that the only things you are wearing right now are your earrings and my ring."
"Feeling possessive?" Liz wanted to know.
"Yes." Jason had no problem admitting that as he slowly pulled back before gliding forward again.
"Good." Liz arched at how amazing that felt. "Me too." She gasped in delight when he repeated the motion. "You are mine. Now and always." Her fingers were digging into his biceps in an effort to stay grounded.
"That sounds perfect." Jason said as he moved faster. Talking stopped as he continued to stroke, pushing them both higher and higher. She came first and he followed shouting her name with his release. He didn't separate them right away instead he leaned closer so that his lips covered hers. "I love you." He said softly when the kiss broke. It gave him such joy to be able to say that to her.
"I love you too." Liz let her fingers drift through his hair. "I'm not going to let a day go by without telling you."
"I like the sound of that." Jason would do the same thing. Pulling back he left her body before stretching out beside her. Picking up her hand he brought it to his lips and kissed just below where his ring was sitting. Starting tomorrow everyone would know without a doubt that Elizabeth was taken. "Come closer." Right now she was simply too far away.
She cuddled up sighing in pleasure when his arms came around her to hold her tight. Being loved by Jason was the best thing there was. She was looking forward to experiencing that feeling for the rest of her life. That was the last thought she had before drifting off to sleep.
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