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by: mj0621

Disclaimers and stuff: See prologue...

Author's Notes: I've been vegetating with my new House S2 DVDs so now I've been controling my multishippy heart not to turn into a Hacy again :P lol. Okay, in the next chappies, there might be very minor spoilers (don't worry, season 2. Can't write s3 yet. Some peeps don't like spoilers... :P). Blame the DVDs. ;) Oh! Thank you for your reviews! They make me really happy! All I can say is, I love what's happening with the show so much that I can safely say that this is my fastest WiP fic ever. Really. Ask the CSI: NY readers. lol Anyway, on to the fic. Oh wait, one last thing. The Huddy eppy I'm waiting for is 3.13! (yes HAddiction, I found out the eppy number of the spoiler!) SWOON! Two eppies to go!

Chapter Two: Truth and Dare

Devious. Unsparing. Daring.

"I go first."

House yanked the wine bottle from Cuddy and replenished his glass. After taking a sip he said, "No, me. I'm the one who has the juicy questions. Keeps things interesting."

Cuddy scowled as she took back the bottle and emptied the contents in her glass.

"What happened to ladies first?"

"You talking to me about ethics?"

She sighed and nodded "Point taken."

He was alerted when he saw her finish her drink in one huge gulp. He didn't want her inhibitions fall. That would make things very awkward and complicated.

"Take it easy on the alcohol Cuddy. I don't want any meaningless se-."

"Just ask the damn question." she snapped, making him push his seat away from her a bit.

"Sheesh. Cranky are ya?" He sneered. "Okay, let us begin. Question number one, where are you really going?"

"New York. My turn, what exactly did Wilson tell you?"

He tilted his head, thinking about the answers he could tell her. He grinned, "Hm... Jimmy said you're going to a party. Seems like he's right then! I want in!"

"Translation... You want to go with me?" she raised her brows.

"I believe it's my turn. Why are you going?"

She shrugged, "I'm being sent by the 'bigger boss'."

"Against your will or-"

"I believe it's my turn?" she mimicked him. "Why are you so concerned about my whereabouts?"

Silence. He refused to speak and she was getting impatient. She glared at him expectantly while tapping her fingers on the counter. House smacked his lips and said, "Q and A's over."

"Hey! Hang on. That's unfair. You didn't answer my question... AND I didn't ask you my question yet."

"Life's unfair. Live with it."

House was about to head towards the couch he was sitting on earlier but Cuddy scurried after him then blocked his way.

"No. I will not leave it at that. Answer the question."

He rolled his eyes, "Guh... No?"

She came into a realization and gave him a devious smile (which frankly made him squirm). "Is there a reason why you don't want to answer me? It's just a simple question you know. Why are you concerned? That's all I want to know."

"Concerned? Me? No. Just intrigued."

"Right. Is is hard for you to admit that? Why? Is it because the one who's gonna replace me might not like you like everyone? Or... he or she might not cover your ass?"

"Technically, her ass is on the line as well when she won't cover for me."

Cuddy put a hand on her waist. "You're sure the replacement's gonna be a woman?"

"I won't let it be a guy."

"Uhuh... You sure she'll withstand your witty mouth?" She smirked.

"Uhm... I don't think so. Not sure she's gonna be like you who's a big... patience stored for me."

Cuddy shook her head, "Can we have an actual conversation without being sexual?"

"Nope. Now get out of the way, that couch's calling my name." He took a step forward but she didn't budge. He took another which declined their proximity. "Still not moving out of the way?" He asked.

"Not until you answer my question."

He sighed, "How long do we know each other... without the outrageous sex rumors I mean. You know better than to block my way and force me into something I'm not committed on doing."

She said nothing and just stared at him.

"Want to play that game eh?"

He leveled his eyes with hers and gave the same stare she was giving him. He carefully concocted a way to make her react or at least move out of the way. He dug in his pockets, fishing his Vicodin pills and popped it into his mouth. This is taking too long.

"You know, with that tank top, it makes your fun bags really scream 'look at me'."

"Well, at least I know someone's listening."

Damn. She got him at that.

"You're making me. Seducing me I bet. You know if you wanted to sleep with me all you have to do is ask."

She arched her brow. That told him he did it... over-did it.

Cuddy leaned closer to him and began to spat, "You are so-"

House was grinning. He was daring her... propelling her to the edge of her patience. "So what Cuddy? Go on, screech. Like I said before, very sexy." He smirked then winked.

Cuddy couldn't take it. And the proximity between them isn't helping either. She losing her balance... her control. She lost. She fell into his trap. Slowly, her lips touched his lips and to her surprise, he reciprocated her action. Her heart was pounding furiously as she felt his left arm around her waist, pulling her closer to him. She can't... resist it. It's like she's been dreaming... waiting for this moment to happen. She felt something hard. Her eyes widen, she now hoped that was his cane. This can't happen. Rationality left her brain when he whispered, "I know you'll say this can't happen or this is not the time... even this can't start this way, sex isn't everything. Well too bad because that's where this is heading."

Everything came fast for her. The screams, the wanting, the lust, the scratches... Her head was spinning as they come to their respective highs. Both were catching up with their breaths whilst lying down, staring at the ceiling.

It was him that was first to speak. "Are you still going?"

She nodded, "Yeah. I have to. Worried?"

He looked at her with disbelief. "Isn't it obvious?"

She yawned and smiled. "Don't worry, I'll be back. I'll only be gone for two weeks or so."

"You're coming back?"

"Looks like Wilson played you." She laughed a little.

"Bastard left a few details."

Cuddy stole a glance at him to see if he was smiling. In her relief, he was.

"You sorry we did this?" she asked.

"No."

Fear was shown on her features and he felt that.

"You're right. This will be hard. Complicated in fact. But whatever... wherever you go, I refuse to let you go."

She smiled and gave him a chased kiss on his lips. "Glad to know that."

Everything around her seemed tranquil. Even herself. She looked sideways and saw him asleep. She was about to pull the blanket over him when she saw the scar on his leg. A tear dropped from her eye. She covered both their bodies and curled up to him. She caressed his cheek as she quietly said, "You know? Love really IS stupid." She gave him a peck on the lips and slept with a smile on her face.

She knew tomorrow will be one heck of a day... for the both of them.

TBC...

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Yeah, t'was OOC right? Oh well... Oh, the tear that fell on her face will be explained on the next chappie. Small drama but don't worry, still humor. :D What do you guys think? Please do tell. I love hearing all about it. mj(wgf)