A/N: I apologize for the long wait, everybody. After ending things the way I did with the last chapter, i didn't quite know how to pick up the story. After watching last night's new Glee episode, I decided to try and write a chapter. I knew it would keep my mind off , what I thought was a horrible episode. I just re-read the whole thing so far and got inspired. I apologize for the shortness of it; i just need to get the rust off and I promise the next chapter will be better, in terms of length and plot advancement. Thanks to those of you who have decided to follow this story and those of you have taken it one step further and decided to favorite Addicted. I never ever imagined that anyone would read my stories and I am beyond honored. Please feel free to leave me comments. I would love to hear from you. So, without further ado, I give you the next chapter.
Sunlight is peering through the curtains in Naya's bedroom.
It wakes Heather up, as she squints her eyes, trying to adjust to the warm rays of light. It takes a minute for her to orient herself. She feels Naya stir in her arms as she recalls what happened last night.
Jamie was there, helping Naya confront Snix, her inner demon. She told her that Naya had called her because she felt the temptation coming on and that she needed her help to fight against it. Heather remembers walking in the middle of their session, seeing Naya talk to herself in the mirror and hearing her speak in a tone of voice that made her close her eyes in pain. She remembers running to Nay, to comfort her, then they were both crying. The memory alone was starting to get her teary. Heather could feel Naya move in her arms, beginning to wake up. She kissed her on the forehead, coaxing her awake.
hey there, gorgeous, Heath says to Naya
hmmmmmm
sleep well?
i always sleep well when you are here.
Naya felt the pounding of her head as she awakens into consciousness. It was the type of headache she got if she had drank way too much the night before or if she was emotionally spent. She was trying hard to remember which was the cause of her pain. Heather picked up on it immediately.
babe, are you okay? you look like you are in pain.
Naya tried to brush her off.
umm, yeah, no, i am okay, hemo, really.
Heather looked deep into naya's eyes and knew that she was downplaying it. She disengaged from Naya's arms to go into her bathroom. She came out with a glass of water and Naya's migraine medicine.
You can't hide from me, Miss Rivera. i know your tricks too well.
Naya tried unsuccessfully to hide the smile creeping across her face, as she took the pills from Heather's open palm and gulped down the glass of water.
I am going to make us breakfast. Remember, we have a session with Jamie today at 11 am.
Naya blinks as last night is coming back to her in bits and pieces.
Okay, baby, sounds great. I am so hungry. i can't remember the last time I ate.
Heather boops Naya in the nose, then kisses her before heading for her door.
Go back to sleep and I will bring you breakfast in bed when I am done, 'kay?
A girl could get used to that, you know, Naya says as she winks at her lover.
Heather returns back to her, kissing her full on the lips. She takes her hand up to Naya's chin and directs her to look right at her.
I am trusting you enough to leave you alone, okay. If you feel Snix coming, please call me, okay? I'll be here in a flash. I love you so much, Nay.
Naya nods and kisses her back.
Okay, babydoll. I promise.
With that, Heather skips out of the bedroom and into the kitchen.
Naya lies back down on the pillows and closes her eyes as the events of last night begin unfolding. She can feel the effects the medicine begin to take affect as she falls back asleep.
Heather brings them breakfast-in-bed, all of Naya's favorites: pancakes, crisp bacon, fresh squeezed OJ and a cup of coffee. They eat then get ready to go to Jamie's home in the Hollywood Hils.
They arrived at 11:00 am on the dot. Naya is her first appointment of the day. In fact, she was her only appointment today. This was a part of the arrangement. Whenever Naya needed to see Jamie on a professional basis, she would be the only patient for the entire day. This was to protect Naya's privacy and to keep Jamie's anonimity. She was a sought after psychiatrist, due to her expertise, her ability to be discreet, and the reputation that preceded her. Jamie was well-known within the inner workings of Hollywood and she treated many celebrities. However, once it was known that an actor was seeing her, it immediately meant that the actor was having difficulties, which could hinder the actor's employment.
Naya rang her doorbell and she could hear Jamie's Boston terrier, Fenway, and her Pug, Yankee, scurry to the door, barking excitedly.
Fen! Yank! Get back here! It's just Nay and Hemo, she says, as she opens the door.
The dogs jump up and down, recognizing them immediately. As soon as they are inside, they shower the dogs with affection.
Good morning, ladies.
Hey, James.
It always made them laugh, whenever Jamie called out their names. It was because Jamie went to medical school at Harvard and became a Red Sox fan. Her partner, Jenny, was raised in New Jersey and grew up a Yankee fan. They met in Fenway Park, when the Yanks were in town. Jenny was at MIT at the time, getting her Ph.D in Genetics. They were perfect of each other, minus being fans of rival baseball teams. Naming their dogs Fenway and Yankee was their compromise.
Jenny emerged from the kitchen and the dogs ran to her.
Ohhh, hey Nay. Hemo.
She walked up to them and embraced them both. She then kissed her wife, saying, I guess that is my cue to get out of here. It great seeing you two. We'll have to do dinner soon, yes? It's been too long.
Sounds like a plan, Jenny, Naya responds. I'll make sure to figure the next time we are all free. You are right, it has been too long.
Jenny kisses her wife good-bye one more time as she heads out the door.
Awwwww, they both exclaim.
You two are just too adorable.
Jamie begins to blush as she says, Well, we are still newlyweds, after all.
It was true. Jamie and Jenny had their commitment ceremony 5 months ago and Naya and Heather were in attendance. The two Js were constantly teasing and pestering the two of to make it official and just get married already. Naya and Heather both knew that their friends meant well and they couldn't deny that that was on both of their minds. Of course, this was all before the drama that had occurred 3 months earlier.
Heather and Naya just smile at the admission.
Can I get you guys anything before we begin?
Sure, James. i think just some water for me, Naya answers.
Yeah, that sounds good.
Jamie disappears into the kitchen as they make themselves comfortable on the couch.
Jamie reappears with 3 bottles of SmartWater and hands one each to Heather and Naya.
Okay, ladies. Are we ready to start?
Naya looks to Heather and takes a hold of her hand. She then turns to Jamie and nods her head.
She answers for the both of them: Yes, Jamie, we are ready.
