Title: Essence Vitae

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Genre: Romance/Family

Rating: M

Chapter 3: The Next Step

After reading the note a few more times. She made up her mind: after showering and taking the needed sleep, she'd call him back and make the necessary plans.

After some major closet shifting, she found the perfect outfit: stone washed jean miniskirt with a dark blue button down blouse and modest heels. She also decided to add some sensual lingerie underneath. Since she had gotten together with him it seems like her dad had softened and taken a liking to Bobby. She also found herself dressing a bit more girly.

The few days before their night passed by quickly.

Alex made her way up to Bobby's loft after Shaylah dropped her off. She took a deep breath to calm her nerves and knocked.

When he heard the door knock, he was just about to finish making dinner. He turned the heat down to a simmer and with a single red rose in hand went to open the door.

All the air left her when Alex saw Bobby; he looked pretty sexy in a muscle shirt.

"Hey baby," said Bobby pulling her into his embrace once he closed the door.

Alex loved being in his strong arms, she felt…safe and protected.

"This is for you my love." he said when they came apart handing her the rose.

He is such a sweetheart. I am glad dad has approved of him.

"Dinner is about ready," said Bobby bringing her out of her trance.

He cooks? I am the luckiest girl!

After enjoying the romantic home cooked dinner in which Alex's senses went into overdrive, they relaxed on his massive couch.

Whilst they were having a comfortable conversation Bobby suddenly asks, "Lexy have I told you how beautiful you are?"

Alex smiled and said, "Yes you have handsome, numerous ti-."

Before she could finish her sentence he placed his hands on her face, tilted his head, leaned in and kissed her. Not like they hadn't kissed before; they had shared sweet short kisses on past dates. This kiss was nothing of the sort. Following her initial surprise she deepened the teasing kiss by weaving her hands through his hair and turned the kiss into an ultimate battle for tongue dominance.

When they came apart to get some air into their lungs they leaned forehead to forehead whilst Bobby ran his fingers through her silky blonde hair.

"Are you ready for what's next?" Bobby asked in a sly voice.

Alex felt like she was having trouble breathing but answered in a whisper, "Yes I am."

In rapid movements, Alex was straddling Bobby feeling his growing erection against her thigh. She wrapped her arms around his neck. He pulled her close, began to gently graze her left earlobe with his teeth. He then lavished butterfly kisses on both sides of her neck while undoing the top three buttons on her blouse which caused her to shake with anticipation. He proceeded to grind her hips onto his. Continuing his foreplay, Bobby's scent permeated her nostrils, intoxicating her.

His warm, soft lips then moved to her clavicle and began leaving kisses there sending her pleasures into overdrive as she continued to grind.

When she regained her senses she pulled his face back up. While caressing his baby smooth face, she planted a big one on him which he deepened quickly which escalated to them making out like hormonal teenagers.

The moment they came apart, Bobby saw that her eyes were filled with desire as she whispered in a low voice filled with lust, "Take me to bed and make love to me Bobby."

With a wicked grin on his face, he stood up and Alex wrapped her legs around his waist and he carried her to his room while massaged her nice butt.

When they got there he placed her gently on the ground and proceeded to teasing kisses while undressing each other. She helped him out of his shirt as he helped her out of her blouse.

Once she saw his chiseled upper body and sinewy arms and him her beautiful curvy body they both became even more fanatical about each other.

He then picked her up once more and carried her the rest of the way to the bed.

After putting her on the bed Bobby moved his lips down her throat and the rest of her body including lightly licking her bra covered cleavage and every part of her creamy-complexion his tongue could reach. As his tongue continued its path and his hands roamed her back. Alex began to breathe heavily and heaved more; she was enjoying the sensations she was experiencing.

A short time later he gazed deeply into her eyes and she smiled. She slowly moved her hands to her bra and the momen she undid the front clasp she removed it and tossed it aside, baring her assets.

He looked down and began marveling at how full her bust was. He eased her down on to the pillow and started his ministrations on her breasts. As he massaged, kneaded, and rubbed her mounds she began to gasp heavily and felt an intense orgasm coming on. However, when he latched on to one of the tips and began sucking whilst teasing the other, her body convulsed with gratification and arched her back to give him more access.

It wasn't long before they were under the covers, nude and falling into a steady pattern of intercourse after assuring each other they were safe.

-x-

Early the next morning, she woke up when the sun rays were beginning to shine through the blinds. She then noticed that she was snuggled in Bobby's arms.

Alex never had the chance to experience ecstasy; that is until now.

She had been deprived of the experience. When she was with her ex-boyfriend Diego he had constantly watched his back to make sure he did not get on the wrong side of her dad. Other guys were either inept or were trying too hard.

Five minutes later, Bobby roused and saw the beautiful blonde in his arms watching him.

"Good morning gorgeous," said Bobby giving Alex a loving kiss.

"Good morning to you too handsome," replied Alex who after the kiss began nuzzling his neck.

"Since you have today off how would you like to spend the day with me?" asked Bobby, "you could watch me practice and be my personal water girl that is if it is okay with Coach."

A mischievous grin appeared on Alex's face and she said, "Do you have any idea how turned on am I now thinking about you getting a working out and sweaty?"

With that Bobby's boyish and playful smile appeared causing Alex's heart to thump hard. It wasn't long before they couldn't keep their hands off of each other

He turned her body around and with her back to him he spooned her and wove his arms through hers. He cupped her bare mounds and began a gentle caress which gave way to massaging and teasing her tips causing Alex to shutter once more with pleasure.

They kept at it for another hour before getting up to ready themselves to go to Bobby's practice.

When Rory saw how close Alex and Bobby had become he was happy for them.

-x-

Since that passionate night and day after, Bobby and Alex became inseparable. She now went to all his home games cheering on her man.

He would find one way or another to deliver single red roses to her everyday.

After collecting many single red roses she finally found out the meaning. Shaylah explained to her that single red roses stood for love and fidelity.

Their relationship continued to grow and they were as happy as they could possibly be.

However, six weeks later Alex began to exhibit symptoms that would change the course of their relationship.

A/N: Thanks your for reading chapter 3 of "Essence Vitae". More to come! Reviews are appreciated!

A/N 2: There was a reference to one of the LOCI's episode. Here is an easy question, can anyone guess which one?