Here we go again! I have to say I liked this scene a lot and I couldn't help but play around with what could have happened after Episode 8 ended (:

Bruises and rain

(S01x08 – Part 2/2)

Barbie was walking home late that evening. It had been a long day, again. He saved the town today, again. Briefly he wondered if there ever going to be a day under the dome when there won't be any emergency situation and he could sleep long. He pulled a face. Probably not. Today again they were facing the question of water and times like this; people were acting on their basic instincts. There were two opposite lines this time, Ollie's with his well and back-up people, and Jim's. And he was in between again, trying to find a solution which was actually good for the town. It was a risky move he took with exploding Ollie's well but he was pretty sure it was their best chance. Jim's plan would have been only good for one thing, handing over the power to him to control an even bigger part of the town. During the day he had time to think about his chances and options and he had finally made up his mind. He wanted to help the people here. They were noisy, curious people but for whatever reason, they looked at him for guidance and he wanted to be the good guy for once. He wanted to survive this hell together with Julia so he made a decision and stopped trying to be the silent observer – which anyway had not been working from day one on – and took things into his own hands. The first step had been the confrontation with Big Jim. He wanted him to know he saw right through his dirty games. Jim was a powerful guy, half of the town would follow him blindly, that much was clear. But he would not let him do whatever he wanted to. Julia did not trust him; with every reason.

He just arrived to Julia's house and opened the door only to find the house dark and silent. He stopped dead in his tracks and frowned in worry as he glanced around. It was really late. Where on Earth was Julia? He felt his heart speed up and the muscles in his jaw clenched as his eyes darted around in brief panic. His shoulders dropped and he let out the breath he had been holding when he noticed the faint light coming from upstairs.

Quickly, he made his way up to the bedroom to find Julia sitting cross legged on the bed reading a magazine. She was dressed only in a tank top and shorts. The sight of her made him smile. Those amazing blue eyes, the lovely face and slightly open lips as she focused on what she was reading. His heart seized with joy. He wasn't sure what he had done that was good enough for him to deserve her but he was grateful for it every day. She smelled fresh, her shampoo tickled his nose and calmed him at the same time. He felt tired and his side hurt from the earlier fight with Ollie's men. He was sure he had some bruised ribs and various other cuts but he had survived worse before. He knocked on the door to catch her attention and was not disappointed when she looked up at him and a flicker of relief crossed her face as she met his eyes.

"How was your day honey?" She asked her eyes following his every move.

He let out a tired sigh as he dropped down on the bed with his back to her. "I have had better." He said finally resting his hands on his knee. He was tired and the fact he hadn't slept much last night and the night before either did not make it any better. "How about you?" he asked and moved his head side to side, trying to work out a knot in his neck. It was little to no use, his muscles were tense and stiff. He leaned down to get his shoes and socks off.

"Well…" she started with a deep sigh. "I have seen some things today that have been testing the limits of my comprehension." She said moving closer to him on the bed, her tone catching his attention. She sounded lost and confused. "What do you think of when I say, 'The Monarch will be crowned.'?" She asked and Barbie lifted both his eyebrows in surprise.

He turned to throw a confused glance at her over his shoulders. "What are you talking about?" He asked but Julia looked back at him equally lost and she shook her head.

"I wish I knew." She said finally.

Barbie frowned at her before he turned back to take off his shoes and socks then pulled his shirt over his head all the while trying to make some sense to what she had said. Julia's loud gasp made him forget about the mystery and he turned toward her in worry. Her eyes were narrowed on his side, her lips still slightly parted. He looked down in wonder as well. Ah… the bruises. His side was purple, red and green and even blue. He moved a bit and winced in pain. It hurt but just as he had thought no ribs were broken.

"What the hell happened?" Julia asked her fingers running over the bruises as gently as a feather still Barbie had to suppress another wince. She looked up at him her eyes wide with worry.

"I had some issues with Ollie and his friends." He said. "It is nothing to worry about." He added giving her a small, reassuring smile but it did not seem to convince her. She pressed her lips so tight together they almost disappeared.

"Nothing to worry about?" She asked her worry now changing into anger.

Barbie watched her for a few moments a smile playing at the corner of his lips. It was something new to have someone to worry about him. Last person who he could remember was worrying about him had been his mother.

"Hey. Really. It is nothing. It will get better by the morning, believe me." He said cupping her face and running his thumb across her cheek. Julia let out a deep sight her eyes dropping on her lap.

"I don't like seeing you hurt." She said finally scooting closer to him. "I know you survived probably far worse before in the military and…" she trailed off risking an uncertain glance at him before she cleared her throat. "After." She added clearly referring to his time as an enforcer. "But I don't like to see you like this at all." She said frowning.

Barbie smiled at her with affection and leaned down to kiss the corner of her lips. He intended it to be just a short sweet thank you kiss but he found it hard to pull away. Especially since her arms snaked around his neck within a second, her fingers tangled in his hair as she kissed him back. He deepened the kiss, unable to get enough, her soft moans sent fire through his veins and he knew it wasn't long before he would lose control of his actions. A deep rumble like a growl vibrated through his chest as is hands roved inquisitively over her sides, brushing the curve of her hip as she crawled onto his lap, straddling his thighs.

They finally parted for a much needed breath. Both their breaths were coming in short gasps as they stared into each other's lust filled eyes.

Slowly, she let her fingers run down his chest and he had to close his eyes, his grip tightened on her hip.

"Are you sure, it doesn't hurt?" She whispered as she caressed a deep blue mark on his side.

"Don't worry." He murmured back, fully aware that his voice was much deeper than usual.

She smoothed her fingers down his abdomen and teased the waistband of his jeans. His whole body tensed then shuddered.

"You are killing me." He swallowed hard, shifting slightly beneath her.

She gave him a smug smile but bit down on her lip the next moment as he wrapped his hands around her waist, pulled her closer and started to trail hot, wet kisses along her throat. She pressed her cheek against his as he sucked on her neck, eyes closed and body relaxed.

His hands trailed up the side of her thigh, stopping at the hem of her shorts. Julia gasped and arched her back as he found her sweet spot, sucking on it.

The moment her nails run down his back and she moaned against his neck, the last thread of his control snapped. Just like that. He needed, desperately needed, to have her. He flipped them over so he was no on top silencing her gasp with his lips.

-0-0-0-

They lay on their backs, her head rested on his chest while his right hand twirled red locks of hair, his left arm caressed her bare shoulder, drawing circles on her skin with his fingertips, making her giggle in delight. Barbie threw a glance at the clock and groaned. If they were lucky they would have 4 hours to sleep… top.

"I am sorry." Julia said her voice was much lighter than was before.

"Sorry?" He asked with a smile teasingly. "What for? For jumping on me and tempting me to have an amazing sex with you? I don't think you had to try too hard." he said leaning down to place a kiss on her neck earning another giggle.

"Yeah, I guess. I needed reassurance. After the last two days. You know, that we were okay… alive." She said snuggling closer to him.

"That was one hell of a reassurance." He murmured nuzzling her neck.

Julia sighed and laughed, leaning her head to one side to allow him better access. The sound of raindrops hitting the window made her turn to her left.

"It is raining again." She said. "I like rain." she added turning back to him with a shy smile.

"I don't." Barbie murmured as he stared up at the ceiling, his arm still wrapped around her shoulder, his fingers lightly stroking her arm. "I didn't." He added with a boyish grin.

"Oh, I wonder what could have possible changed your mind." Pressing her palms to his chest, she propped herself up, leaning over him. Her hair falling in a thick, velvet curtain over her shoulder.

Barbie lifted his hand and his fingers tangled in her hair as he pulled her down for a kiss which of course again turned into several kisses. "Actually…" He murmured against her skin. "Two nights ago, rain became my favorite weather."

I hope you liked this one! We are moving on to the next Episode. I have to say I didn't know I would actually enjoy writing the next scene – which is already drafted – as much as I actually did. Max is going to show up!

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maricejayo: yes, I re-checked every scene in that episode, they were actually showing Julia's hand quiet often and no, there was no ring. Too bad we have never seen it on film when Barbie realized that…