"Emaya Forever Done Right"
Is it California for Emily and Maya or just Maya?
Let's find out…
Rated M for Mature Content.
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Chapter 22: Yes or No?
"Thank you Mrs. Fields, this is her number. You can call her anytime, she would be happy to fill you in on the details and even more happy that she has an extra hand."
"Well let's not jump the gun here. I will give you my answer in the morning."
My mom leaves Maya and me alone in the kitchen. She gets up from her chair throwing her arms around my neck, "You're going to go to California! I can feel it and I can't wait!"
"I hope you're right because I'm dreaming about it as we speak."
"Well, let me give you something else to dream about…" she whispers in my ear.
She very softly tells me about a walk on the beach just after sunset holding each other close listening to the waves crash on the sand and how she's going to make love to me all through the night…
Oh Mom, that yes can't come soon enough!
Walking in the Park…
Emily and Maya walk hand in hand down the path filled with other walkers just like them, joggers, runners and people stopping here and there to appreciate nature and the beauty surrounding them. Emily finds herself doing the same thing, appreciating the beauty right next to her. She smiles knowing that Maya belongs to her and only her no matter if she spends the summer in California with or without her. But she truly hopes it will be with her…
They stop along the path to sit on a bench overlooking a pond with ducks and swans paddling in the water dunking their heads below and popping them back up shaking the excess water from their feathers. It is so peaceful and serene without a single thought of –A to ruin their tender moment together.
Emily puts her arm on the back of the bench so Maya can lean into her; just the slightest touch of her body sends a current of excitement through her soul. Her hand rests on Maya's shoulder as her fingers gently caress her exposed skin.
She kisses her temple, "Maya."
Maya looks up at her, "Yeah baby."
"I know my mom hasn't officially said yes yet but just in case she does, can you tell me a little bit about where your Aunt lives?"
Maya sits up so she can put one arm around Emily's neck and the other on top of her hand that rests on her lap smiling sweetly, her eyes light up as she begins to tell Emily where they will be hopefully spending their summer together…
But Maya stops in midsentence, "Are you even listening to me?"
"I'm sorry. I just got distracted by your genuine excitement to talk about California. I don't think I've ever seen this side of you and it just makes me love you even more than I already do."
Maya actually blushes looking down then back up into Emily's eyes, "Well, I love California and I can't wait for you to experience that part of my life with me."
Emily kisses Maya softly on the lips, "And I can't wait either. Tell me more."
"Okay, we'll be going to Point Loma which is like the seaside community of San Diego. On the east side the homes go right to the edge of the San Diego Bay. Then there's Point Loma Village which is where many of the local residents hang out and where those wealthy enough dock their yachts."
"Yachting, huh?"
"There are a lot of parties catered on those yachts and you could make some really great tips."
"One day I'm going to pamper you on our very own yacht," Emily smiles kissing the tip of her nose.
"Oh really."
"Yeah really, we'll dive off the bow of the yacht swimming in the crystal clear ocean. And I'll be watching you in your very sexy bikini," she winks.
"Go on…"
"I'll untie your top so I can rub sunscreen all over your sexy smooth back and take my time doing it too."
"I like the sound of that." Maya closes her eyes, "I can picture every detail of your hands all over my body. Mmmm."
"Hey, tell me more," Emily brings Maya out of her dreamlike state.
She giggles continuing her description of Point Loma, "So then on the west side of the peninsula there are sandstone cliffs along the ocean, called the Sunset Cliffs. I can't wait to take you there to watch the magnificent sunset. The sandstone bluffs blaze with color, and the waves sparkle like gold. It's magical."
"It sounds it. I'm getting more excited to go by the second."
"And it's one of the best places in San Diego to go to if you just want to lose yourself to the sound of the waves crashing on the cliffs."
"I can picture myself lying in yours arms listening to the waves crash with my head on your chest feeling the vibration of your heart beating. I think I'm in love with Point Loma and I've never even heard of it before!"
"I can see that," Maya says focusing her attention on Emily's sweet lips and her bright eyes.
"When do we leave!" Emily shouts unable to mask her excitement or just not wanting to.
"Well there's more, if you're game for a little adventure, we can drive out to the old Cabrillo Lighthouse and hike out to the tide pools by the point where there are rocky reefs full of marine life. And of course Point Loma has awesome surfing with some great breaks."
"I've never surfed before but I would love to try it."
"And I would love to see you in a wet suit."
"Then you might just get your wish."
They kiss sweetly taking a second to look into each other's eyes before kissing again unconcerned with the passersby just enjoying this time this moment between them.
"What about your Aunt's restaurant?"
"Well, it's located in the village, in what I would call the more touristy section. It caters to a higher end clientele so no jeans and no tee shirts there. It's quiet and romantic so not a lot of families, more so couples or friends wanting to have a nice elegant evening out. And maybe even some single people looking to meet someone classy. Then afterwards they enjoy the view of the cliffs or take a drive to the lighthouse."
"That sounds really nice."
"I think you would be our hostess, I mean you're already charming and have a natural rapport with people. Plus you're organized."
"What about you?"
"I'm a quick worker and I have an excellent memory so I will most likely be helping the wait staff. Basically wherever my Aunt needs me, that's where I will be."
"So I should wear a dress and heels to work then."
"Most likely. Just be your regular hot self and no one will care if you seat them near the kitchen," Maya says with a laugh as Emily joins in too.
"I can't wait! And I hope your Aunt can convince my mom to let me go."
"Me too cuz I want to take you to the cliffs and the lighthouse and swim with you in the ocean."
"It's going to be amazing! She just has to let me go, she just has to!"
"We'll find out soon enough, baby."
"But I guess if I want her to say yes we need to show her that we can be home on time. We better head back."
"Yeah, I guess you're right. I need to get home anyway. My mom and dad aren't performing this week so they want me to have dinner with them."
They get up strolling arm and arm back to Maya's car.
"That's nice. I'm glad they want some time with their only daughter but that means less time with me."
"Oh baby, just keep thinking positive thoughts about California and before you know it, we'll be there together and you'll see me all the time."
"You're right but I know I won't be able to sleep a wink tonight waiting for my mom to talk to your Aunt. Speaking of which what are the sleeping arrangements like?"
Maya looks up at Emily giving her arm a quick squeeze, "Mmm. Better than you can possibly imagine."
"I'm imagining quite a bit, tell me," I insist holding her hand tightly.
"She lives in an amazing house on the beach. There's a beautiful open kitchen and lounging area with a flat screen TV and a very comfortable sofa. The kitchen opens up to a nice deck with an intimate dining area. The deck is connected to a small stretch of beach. It's very quiet and secluded."
"But what about the sleeping arrangements," I say playing with her hair.
"Ohhh, the sleeping arrangements," she giggles. "Well, my Aunt has a master bedroom and bath upstairs with a guest room which I will most likely be sleeping in. And downstairs on the main level is an extra room that we will make into a second guest room."
"Guest room?"
"Our room."
"How are we going to get away with that?"
"We set up my room with my stuff and your room with your stuff and I just sneak downstairs when my Aunt goes to sleep," she says eye sexing Emily.
"Maya! She's gonna find out!"
"No she won't if we're careful. My Aunt isn't like your mom. She's not gonna be in our business. She works a lot and when she comes home, she wants to relax in her bedroom. Who could blame her? Wait 'til you see it!"
"I bet it's even more beautiful in person but are you sure she's not going to be in our business?"
"Em, ever since the divorce, she just wants to stay busy and the restaurant does that for her but she needs our help and she will respect our privacy and we will respect hers and be the best employees we can be for her. Everybody wins!" she winks.
"I hope you're right."
"And I don't think there'll be nearly as much sneaking around as you think."
"That could be fun though," Emily smiles wickedly.
"It's going to be our home away from home. You'd like that wouldn't you?"
"You have no idea."
"Oh, I have an idea," she eye sexes her again making Emily smile widely.
"It's like our first chance at living on our own in a way."
"Mmmm. Hmmm. It is. It really is going to be an incredible summer," she says wrapping her arms around Emily.
"My mom can't say no. She just can't!"
"She's going to say yes. My Aunt will convince her, I promise."
The girls continue to walk hand in hand back to Maya's car but before they reach it Emily stops in mid stride turning to face Maya, "I'm so nervous about what she's gonna say."
Maya cups Emily's face with her hands forcing her to make eye contact, "Baby, stop worrying. It's all gonna work out." It has to. "Let's not think about that. Think about breakfast on the patio enjoying the morning sun. On our days off we can swim and surf and lie out on the beach or just sleep in all tangled up in each other."
They kiss a little deeper this time pulling away a bit out of breath, "Oh Maya, she has to say yes, she just has to!"
Later that night…
Emily POV
I lie in my bed unable to sleep tossing and turning feeling my stomach all tied up in knots. I can't imagine being apart from her for almost two months. I have to call her to see if she's still up…
"Hello?"
"Were you sleeping?"
"Like a baby."
"For real Maya?"
She giggles, "Em, I'm having trouble sleeping too because I want this so badly for you, for us."
"Only a few more hours and we'll find out where I'll be spending the summer."
"Em, it's going to work out, I just have a feeling."
"Oh Maya I love you so much and I have to believe in your feeling too."
"Good, now we can both get some rest."
"Maya!"
"Love you baby. Call me with her answer."
"I love you too. Goodnight gorgeous."
"Goodnight beautiful."
The next morning…
I wake up feeling surprisingly rested. "Oh Shit, it's what time! I can't believe I slept this long! I run downstairs calling for my mom.
Narrator POV
"Mom! Did you call her?"
"Yes I did, quite a while ago; we had a really lovely conversation."
"And…"
"And she told me all about Point Loma. Did you know they have a lighthouse?"
"Mom!"
Mrs. Fields starts laughing, "Oh honey would you just relax."
"Relax! How can I relax until I have your answer! Mom, can I go to California with Maya?"
Mrs. Fields would love to torture her daughter just a little while longer but she can see the desperation in her eyes, "Yes. Yes Emily you can go."
Tears of joy stream down Emily's face as she leaps towards her mom throwing her arms around her.
"Oh mom, thank you thank you thank you. This means so much to me!"
"Geez if I knew this would be your reaction I would've sent you to California a long time ago."
"Mom!"
"Listen, we'll talk about the ground rules later because I'm betting there's someone you want to share this news with."
"Thanks mom. You really are the best."
I take two steps at a time to my room grabbing my cell phone to call her.
"Hello?"
"Maya!"
"Well?"
"Yes, it's a yes! We're going to California Maya! We're going to California!"
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To Be Continued…
Coming Up:
California…
Will –A cause problems for Emily and Maya while they are in California? Or will –A give Emily and Maya the summer off?
