I Wish It Were You-Ch 8.

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The Diner

"Coffee for me. Orange juice for her." Booth said to the young woman, receiving a scowl from Tempe. "Fine. Orange juice for both of us."

Temperance smiled triumphantly at her partner. Once the couple settled into a comfortable silence and their drinks arrived, Tempe spoke first. "Booth it's a six hour drive back to DC and its already five o'clock."

"Your point Bones?" He smiled slightly at her awkwardness.

"I'm tired of sitting in the car. Maybe we should stay somewhere." She sipped her OJ quietly, awaiting a response.

"Well Bones, I'm glad you're so worried about me driving through my exhaustion." Booth mocked.

"Why should I be worried?" Tempe gave him a sweet smile "You wouldn't let anything happen to our baby."

Booth tried not to look shocked at her words. His eyes followed her hand as it made gentle circles over her large belly. He flashed her his patented charm smile as he lifted his cup to his lips. "You're right. I guess it's a good thing I already made reservations for a place just up the road."

By the time they had eaten and reached the hotel, the skies had turned dark and there was a rough pounding of rain as the ground collected puddles of water.

Temperance sat alone in the car, fiddling with the radio. When Booth returned, completely drenched and shivering she gave him her attention. "Well the room I had requested was given away and there was only this one left. So we'll have to make do." Booth wiped the excess water from his eyes. "The manager said that the weather around here can get pretty bad so we'd be better off staying till tomorrow afternoon."

Temperance sighed. "Alright. Let's go." She moved to open the door.

"Wait." Booth stopped her before getting out of the SUV. He ran through the pouring rain, lifting his jacket over his bead before opening her door and helping her out. The couple ran as quickly as they could, under the cover of Booth's coat.

Once they reached the building it took six floors on the elevator and a short walk to their room. Booth opened the door using his given key. With his hand on Temperance's lower back he led her into the room. As he flicked on the light a small gasp escaped Tempe's mouth.

"Booth!" She exclaimed as she glanced around. "This is a suite."

Booth grinned as he followed her around the large living area. "I know."

As she turned around Booth saw the tears emerging in her eyes. "This is the nicest thing anyone has ever done for me."

"Don't mention it Bones." Booth wrapped an arm around her waist as he led her to the master bathroom. "I thought maybe you'd need the time to relax." Inside the bathroom was a large claw foot tub filled with warm water and suds. Candles flickered around the room, creating a soft glow.

"How'd you do all of this?" She asked, amazed.

"I asked for a favor. I told you I had a place reserved." He smiled, mischievously. "They always keep this kind of stuff in this suite, all they had to do was fill the tub." After a few more moments of silence Booth excused himself. "I'll check up on you later."

After Booth had left, Temperance removed her damp clothes. They feel to the floor in a sopping heap. Before she stepped into the bathtub she pulled the vanity stool beside the edge of the tub.

"Booth!" She called as she settled into the steaming water.

The agent rushed into the room barely slipping on the wet floor. "What! What's wrong?"

Tempe's brow burrowed as she looked at him. "Nothing. I thought maybe you could keep me company." Her hand gently thumped the cushioned seat beside her.

Booth picked her damp clothes off the ground and hung them up before maneuvering over to the stool. "What's on your mind Bones?"

She sighed deeply as she relaxed back in the tub. "Nothing. I'm just glad the Cross' accepted me as well as they did."

Booth smiled at her, her eyes were closed as she absorbed the relaxing sensations. "I'm happy for you Bones. They would be incredibly stupid though if they didn't want you."

Tempe's eyes opened, she stared at him thoughtfully for a few moments before finally speaking. "Not stupid Booth." She sighed. "My entire life I've had people who didn't want me. Can you get me a towel please?"

Booth let her comment slide for the moment as he stood and grabbed a plush towel. Unfolding it, Booth held it open at the side of the tub. He grinned in amusement, assuming she wouldn't stand in the nude before him.

To his surprise Temperance stood, her eyes holding his gaze every second. They only sound in the room was the heavy droplets of water that fell from her body. As she stood, Temperance lifted her damp arms above her head. Booth suppressed a groan as he wrapped the towel around her body. As he tied the knot behind her back, resting his chin in the crook of her neck, Booth let his lips graze her delicate flesh. Her head tipped backward as she enjoyed the feel of his soft lips on her sensitive skin.

"Seeley." She whispered as she brought her arms down around his back, Booth brought his lips to hers as he lifted her damp body into his arms. He carried her through the large suite, his lips tormenting hers as her hands caressed his cheeks and neck. As they entered the master bedroom Temperance gasped at the sight as she turned her face away from his to admire the view. Candles were glowing from every surface, rose petals laid across the floor and bed.

"Its beautiful." Tempe whispered, turning back to face him. Her crystal eyes connected with his chocolate ones. "Thank you."

Booth brought his lips to hers as he lowered her feet to the ground. "I have something else." He began to reach into his pocket then stopped himself. "Temperance, what you said in the bathroom about how people didn't want you, I need you to know that that part of your life ended when you met me." Booth reached into his pocket and kneeled before her.

"Seeley what-" her voice was hushed as she watched him.

"Shh." He smiled. "I need you to know that I want you. I always have. And now that has grown into needing you. A day without you is torture and I never want to suffer like that." Booth opened a tiny velvet box to reveal an elegantly simple diamond ring. "I know how you feel about marriage and I know you're afraid that this is just for the baby. But this ring isn't about marriage. It's a promise that I'll always be here. Always. For you and the baby. And someday, if you want me, you can slip this ring on your left hand and well… we'll take it from there."

Tears were welling in Temperance's eyes as she listened to the words of love and devotion coming from her partner. "I love you Seeley."

Booth knew that those words were her response, and they were all he needed. As he slipped the ring onto her right hand he said the truest words he had ever said. "I love you too Temperance."

As he stood Booth placed a kiss to her large belly. Once he reached her lips, Booth lifted her, one last time, into his arms. With her lips moving against his Booth carried her gently to the bed.

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