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She looked at Edgar's retreating back as he walked away from her and she felt as if she couldn't get enough air to breath. That's because you are holding your breath dumb head, she thought to herself and sucked in a deep breath in response. She really didn't feel well, it was as if her nervous system was under heavy attack, electric waves coursing through her body short circuiting as they went along. Easy does it girl, she really needed to get a grip on herself. She couldn't get her head around it, did she imagine it or did he really come close to actually kissing her.
She brought her hand to her face, on the place where his thumb had brushed her cheek she felt a warm sensation and she could still feel his fingers buried in her hear and his fingertips printed on the back of her neck where he had pulled her closer.
She was slowly regaining control over her senses and saw that he was already halfway towards the community center. With his six foot height he had towered over her, she always had been attracted to him or at least men like him. It had been easy to dream about Edgar, easy to idolize someone who you were never going to meet but she felt as if he was just the man he was on the show. He had that mischievous side to him that made him look like he was up to no good and that brought out that half sided grin to his face and a twinkle in his eyes that really made her heart skip a beat.

Reina pushed herself of the van. This was her special day and she had been both dreading and looking forward to it at the same time. She had been thrilled when she received the confirmation that Sig and Edgar would attend today's event at the community center. She had been responsible for the center over the last four years and she was proud of her work but this was her last day. The center now offered a place for the neighborhood residents to come and meet each other for a chat and a coffee but it also served as a youth hang out spot to keep them of the streets. Over the last few years she had started several programs to keep the youngsters of the streets, giving them something to do. She had a gym room where they held all sort of classes from self-defense, boxing to Zumba dancing. The kids had all showed up to isolate a room and turn it into a studio where they could record songs and there were computers installed so they could do research for school. Every now and then there were workshops in social skills or to prepare for job interviews. She was really proud of what she had achieved in such a relatively short time, the equipment wasn't new but it was sufficient. The center had brought people together and steadily the group had grown and the residents had started to show their own initiatives that she supported to make them happen. Now it was time to move on and go somewhere to help those who needed her more.

This day had started with the initiative of the locals of the area. It wasn't a big charity event or anything it wasn't aimed purposely to collect money though she had invited the representatives of the town hall and several respectable people that could really move this project along in the future and carry the responsibility further to keep the community center for years to come.
Mainly it was organized to offer a group of fifty children a day they would never forget. She had contacted the 'make a wish' foundation and they had been happy to participate and she hoped that she could offer them a small financial gesture at the end of the day.

She made her way towards the building in search of some helping hands to carry the stuff from her SUV inside.

"Reina!" A voice called out to her and she looked up to where the sound came from. "They are here! They really came! I brought them to the galley for some coffee while they were waiting for you."

Reina chuckled at the mention of the 'galley' and looked at the teenage girl that once had given up on life and that today had gotten the responsible task of being the host. Making sure everyone was having a good time and when they needed anything they could come to her and by the sounds of it she was doing a great job already. "Great job hun, I will be right there. Could you gather some of the guys to get the stuff out of the car?"

Sucking in a deep breath she made her way towards the kitchen area noticing that everything was set up and ready to go. She said several hello's and excused herself just as many times for having to move along. Coming to the kitchen area she read the sign above the door 'Galley'. "Mister Hansen. I am Reina I am so happy you accepted our invitation." She said as she outstretched her hand to Sig.

Sig took her hand in his and shook it. "Our pleasure. So what is the idea of things?"

Reina looked at Edgar and gave him a shy smile, she felt her cheeks blush as he gave her a wink and prayed that no one else had noticed. "If you like I can give you a quick tour and tell you what today is about."

She led them to the central area and started talking away. This was her in her element, she was in control and confident about her work and the set up. "The event is called 'Captain for one day'. We want to offer a group of children that are in one way or another unfortunate an unforgettable day."

They stood at the entrance and she showed them the white sailor hats. "When they arrive here at the door they will receive a hat and with that they are the captain, the parents or care takers have to officially sign over command otherwise it will be considered mutiny." Reina giggled. "Most of them have illnesses that control their lives and have doctors and parents to decide for them. Today we want to hand them the reigns."

"The wheel, you mean." Sig corrected her.

"Indeed Captain."

Reina showed them around explaining about the programs in the community center. Coming back to the central area she saw Edgar fly up the stairs that led up to the 'wheel house'. She stood still watching him. He ran up the stairs taking two sports at the time not holding on to the rail for support. She loved his energy, he wasn't a man that would hang around and wait for something to do. She saw him look around the stage-like set up. Somewhere along the tour he had ditched his hooded sweater and was now wearing a white Northwestern shirt saying 'Shut up and fish'.

"Come I show you the wheelhouse."

Sig and Reina walked up the stairs and she saw Edgar sit in the makeshift captain's chair that her tech kids had set up. Several monitors were set up around it connected to webcams that showed the central area behind them as if it was the actual deck of the Northwestern. On the wall in front of the chair they had set up a beamer that projected imagines of the Bering Sea as if you were driving the boat. There even was a little handle that was supposed to be the throttle. She smiled as Edgar watched the monitors and played with the throttle. She noticed his arms and felt her mouth water, he wasn't all buffed up but it was clear that he had strong arms. She had a weakness for strong arms and his really turned her on. She saw the long muscles roll as he was playing with the handle, the bulging veins popping up under his tanned skin. He had clearly caught the sun a bit over the last couple of weeks. Her tongue licked over her lips to moisten them, her mouth had gone dry thinking about those arms holding her tight and those hands roaming over her back.

He turned around and startled her in her thoughts. He grinned. "Everything looks really great sweetheart."

She choked at his words. Had he noticed that she had been gazing at him and was lost in her thoughts? He called her sweetheart again and what did he mean with everything? Did he mean anything with it. She glanced to the side to look at Sig. Was she imagining it or did he have a shit eating grin on his face?

"Thank you, the community center kids made it all. Just like all the rest of the gadgets and things around today. It's their day too, their chance to shine and feel good and important about themselves."

"This is what charity is about. People coming together helping each other out making a difference not only for others but also for themselves."

Hearing him say those words really warmed her inside, she heard the admiration in his voice and she was happy that he captured the essence of today's event.

The event had been a great success, kids with little sailor's hats with happy faces all around and her own community center kids had really made her proud. Sig and Edgar were now standing on in the wheelhouse facing the crowd answering questions. Reina stood in the corner finally having a little time to breathe now that everyone was occupied by the two fishermen.

From her quiet spot she could see Edgar talk with ease and she enjoyed listening to his answers. He said very inspirational things and made jokes that made her laugh. He was everything she always imagined he was and more. She admired his ability to self-reflect in a cynical way which was the root of the type of humor that he carried on his sleeve. She loved him being grumpy like that, the dark self-inflicting misery that he brought upon himself and others around him and his voice … She really loved the little raw edge in his voice. Listening to him made her body react in a way that she hadn't experienced before. It was stupid that she was having goose bumps just from listening to him talk to a group of people.

"I can only give you one advice." Edgar said in answer to a question of someone in the audience. "If you really want something." She heard him pause and looked up to him meeting his eyes. He held her stare and continued. "You better make damn sure that you get it."

Reina felt her skin tingle and the goose bumps came out in full force. It felt as if he was speaking those words only to her, giving her a message. He broke their eye contact and she heard him add. "Oh and never give up and don't fuck up."

She laughed at his words, slightly cringing about them as well. The crowd loved it. There was no filter on a true fisherman and frankly the two had been doing a great job keeping the foul language at bay so far.

The end of the day had been quite emotional, it had been a perfect day and they raised more money in donations that she had ever expected. She offered a part of it to the 'make a wish' foundation and the rest would go into the piggy bank of the center. The mayor had promised her that he would continue the benefits for the center and vouched for its future existence. This was her formal goodbye and her kids had offered her a bunch of flowers and a gigantic card that had all personal messages written on it. Even though they would say goodbye in a few days it had felt like things had come to an end.

Only a few people were still around tiding up and Reina snuck outside for a smoke. She put the cigarette to her lips and fiddled with the lighter.

"Need a light?"

She turned and saw Edgar standing only a few feet away from her just out of sight. He casually leant back against the wall with his one foot comfortably propped up behind him as he flicked the stump of his cigarette into the distance.

"Yeah please."

He crooked his finger at her beckoning her to come to him. When she was close to him she could smell the scent of cigarettes on him and something masculine that signified him. She shivered.

"You cold sweetheart?" he asked as he pulled her closer tucking her to his side wrapping his arm around her waist.

If she even was cold she sure wasn't cold any more. She closed her eyes fighting the tears, she had come outside to have a little moment to herself and clear her thoughts about leaving but feeling the warmth of his body against hers and his arm around her just broke the emotional dam. She tried to hide it but he hooked a finger under her chin and made her look at him. He grinned when he saw the tears well in her eyes. "It sucks to say goodbye." He said as he put his hand on the back of her head and pushed her onto his chest. He held her there for a minute before he spoke again. "Can you take off yet?"

Reina nodded in reply uncertain of her voice. "Right wait here." He let go of her and pushed himself of the wall. Before going through the door he tossed her a pack of smokes. "Lighter is inside."

Reina lit a cigarette with shaking hands and took a long drag inhaling the smoke. What was he up too? She didn't need to wonder long because he was back already. He was holding her handbag over his shoulder. The sight really made her laugh and that eased the tension she felt inside. "Looks good on you."

"Thank you. I might keep it." He tilted his head and gave her a cocky grin. "Did you have coat? Cause no one knew."

He took the cigarette out of her hand and dropped it on the floor. "Time to follow my own advice."

He pushed her with her back against the wall. She felt his hand come up to her face softly stroking it before moving his hand slowly to her lips. His thumb lightly brushed over her lower lip causing her to part her lips slightly. He leant forward replacing his thumb with his lips touching hers ever so slightly. Her hands found their way underneath his sweater finding the hem of his shirt so she could lift it up to feel his skin. He teasingly swept his tongue over her lips asking her for entrance and then she felt his mouth cover hers, his tongue finding hers. She closed her eyes and let herself be taken away by this man, allowing him to take control. His kissing became more passionate and their tongues swirled and danced with one another. She felt his hand move down on her hip, slowly sliding lower on her thigh until he reached the bottom of her dress pushing it up only a few inches. His hands were warm on her skin and a soft moan escaped from her mouth. He pressed his body closer to hers backing her up against the wall even more keeping her trapped. His hand moved over her thigh one finger moving upwards on the inside of leg. She kissed him more passionate digging her fingers in the skin of his back wanting to feel more of him ... all of him. His finger kept moving up and down the inside of thigh, not nearly coming close to the place where she wanted to be touched. Instinctively she parted her legs a little to give him better access. He laughed softly. "You want it don't you?"

Reina opened her eyes and looked at him slightly embarrassed that she was giving herself up so easily but she wanted this man. She wanted to feel his touch, she wanted him to touch her. She answered his question by kissing him once again even more urgent, telling him without words that she indeed wanted it … wanted him. She heard his breathing become heavier and that released something inside her that she had been holding back. She moaned and gave up all resistance that she had felt inside her up until this moment. She felt his hands move over her body, strong hands that really touched her. His hand fell from her face down encircling her throat resting on her color bone before sliding even lower over her breast. She felt the friction of the fabric on her nipple that his movement caused and she lifted her leg up on the side of his hooking her foot behind his knee. When he squeezed her thigh and moved his hand up underneath her dress he let out a low growl when he came in touch with her panties. Grabbing her hips with both hands he pulled her closer thrusting forward. He broke the kiss and held her still resting his chin on top of her head. They were both breathing heavily. "Fuck I want you." He said under his breath.

Reina thrusted her hips telling him that she wanted the same. He chuckled. "You don't want to do that sweetheart." He said with a light warning tone in his voice. "I will take you here and now, but I rather want to enjoy the rest of the night with you in more comfort."

She sighed. "Where is Sig?"

He leant back and looked at her. "I am telling you I want you and you ask where my brother is?"

Reina didn't miss the twinkle in his eyes and giggled at her mistake. "One way to kill the mood." She stretched onto her toes and wrapped her arms around his neck pulling him down. "Just wanted to know if he was waiting for you."

"I couldn't give a flying fuck if he was." Edgar laughed. "Let's get out of here."

He wrapped an arm around her waist and held her close to his side as they started to walk around the building. He pulled out the box of cigarettes with one hand and pulled two out with his teeth. Stashing the box away in his pocket he lit them both and handed one to her. He pulled the hood back over his head and put his free hand in his pocket, cigarette dangling between his lips like a seasoned pro.

Reina looked up to him and sighed. This was how she liked seeing him best and the best was yet to come.

I know I might have rushed the end. It is way past my bedtime, but I had to get this out so far. Probably regret not reading over it again tomorrow, but … some things can't wait …