(Hi everyone, Well Season Two is so close, isn't it wonderful? Below is the ending of Jack and Elizabeth's 'formal' honeymoon...there will be more adventures for them once they return home, so stay tuned. Hope we all enjoy Season Two. I know I can't wait to hear what everyone thinks! A special shout out to Cindie and to Bobbi for ahh, some ideas! and of course a shout out to Angel, Lisa's, Laurie, Lori, and all the other wonderful writers who tell us magical stories...Heartie Hugs to all.. Cheryl)
We Had a Beautiful Honeymoon
Elizabeth came out of the bathroom, wearing a lovely pink dress with a scoop neckline decorated with lace and small rosebuds. Jack was sitting on the bed. "Bathroom is all yours Jack?"
He looked at her, "Great, thank you…" He slowly stood and walked to her, taking her into his arms, "You're an amazing wife Elizabeth," he kissed her, "and I love you very much."
She rocked on her feet, "Thank you…you're a pretty amazing husband," she rubbed her nose against his, "I'm so happy to be with you."
Jack smiled, "I'll get dressed…" He walked slowly to the bathroom.
They headed downstairs, had a nice breakfast and walked past the hotel shops, "I wanted to buy a few gifts today, do you mind?"
"Of course not," he squeezed her hand that was tucked at his elbow.
They made several purchases and walked back toward the lobby, "We should go bring these things up to the room," she said.
"Okay. Then what would you like to do?"
She squeezed his arm, "Hmm, I can think of something we could do…"
Jack's eyes went wide, "Ahh, Elizabeth."
She pushed him toward the wall, "Not a good idea Mr. Thornton?"
"A very good idea Mrs. Thornton," he looked to ensure no one was watching and kissed her, "let's go."
Up in their room, Elizabeth put their purchases away and turned to her husband.
Jack stood in the balcony doorway, his hands in his pockets, admiring his lovely wife as she walked toward him. "It was very thoughtful of you to buy the Reverend that gift, he'll really appreciate that."
"Well, he did such a lovely job at our wedding and I wanted us to thank him," she ran her hands up over his shoulders.
"I absolutely agree," he put his hands on her waist. "Are we going to play croquet now?"
Elizabeth's head went back, "Croquet? What makes you think we're going to play croquet?"
"I thought that's what you had in mind…"
Elizabeth smiled, "No that is not what I had in mind."
Elizabeth kissed him and her hands went to his trousers where she quickly unbuttoned them.
Jack laughed, "You are something Mrs. Thornton."
"Hmm, so are you Mr. Thornton."
She slid her hands in the waistband of his trousers and he inhaled deeply at her touch. He began unbuttoning her dress. She pushed his trousers to the floor and he almost fell. "Here, sit in the chair Jack, and I'll help." Jack fell into the chair and Elizabeth untied his shoes and quickly removed everything. Elizabeth stood and walked to the bed.
Jack followed her and stood by the edge of the bed as Elizabeth sat and began to unbutton his shirt. A knock on the door startled them both and when the door opened and the maid appeared, Jack scurried off to the bathroom.
Elizabeth rose and greeted the maid, "Oh, we weren't expecting you."
"I'm so sorry Ma'm, I thought you were downstairs, having breakfast, I'm so sorry." She turned and left the room.
Elizabeth giggled and went to the bathroom to rescue Jack.
He stood there, wearing only his shirt, "She saw my backside!" He yelled, his voice squeaked on the last word.
"No, I don't think so!" Elizabeth covered her mouth with her hand.
"She must have, look!" he turned around, displaying his naked backside, which was actually covered by his shirt.
"Maybe that's why she was smiling!" Elizabeth couldn't contain her laughter.
"We better hurry up and get out of here so she can do whatever she needs to do in here and doesn't come back and look at me," Jack brushed by her and put his clothes back on.
Elizabeth stood near the door, still trying not to laugh, she went to Jack and kissed his cheek, "Of all the backsides in this entire hotel, at least she got to see the best one," she teased. "I'll go find the maid, she's probably fanning herself somewhere from all your handsomeness!"
"Very funny," Jack was serious.
"Okay I'll meet you downstairs."
"Yeah, just leave me here in my embarrassment."
He looked at her, "Wait, you like my backside?" The side of his mouth curled up.
She reached and patted him there, "Yes Jack, it's beautiful."
He squinted, and playfully pushed her away, "Go downstairs. I need to wait until I stop blushing before I leave the room….and see all my admirers."
Elizabeth laughed and left the room. In the lobby she was drawn outside the main entrance by music. The Faire appeared to be underway and people were everywhere across the large expanse of lawn in front of the hotel. Elizabeth heard music and smelled the aroma of different foods and walked among all the excitement and activity. There was an area displaying artwork and Elizabeth strolled through the rows of paintings and drawings, thinking that her husband could certainly display his beautiful drawings here. She sighed, seeing one drawing in particular that reminded her of Jack. It was a drawing of the view from a hotel room balcony very similar to their own, showing the mountains in beautiful detail. She wanted to remember to show it to Jack. There were a lot of drawings of the river, which Elizabeth moved quickly past, not wanting to be reminded of that day.
She sighed and moved on, looking toward the hotel entrance for Jack. She smiled thinking of him being worried about the maid seeing him. She knew that, if anything, the maid would have seen Jack's bare legs, which she didn't feel was that bombastic. She put her hand to her mouth, hiding her smile. She continued and sighed, glad she and Jack had started their marriage here, at this beautiful resort and aside from her terrifying ride down the river, it had been a wonderful time. Loving Jack was more wonderful than she ever imagined, she loved his attention, his touch…every movement was special. She rubbed her arm thinking of the sweet things he'd whispered in her ears at those intimate moments. Yes, she loved being Mrs. Jack Thornton.
Jack walked slowly through the lobby, his legs a bit bowlegged, not seeing Elizabeth he headed for the front of the hotel where all the activity appeared to be. As he walked he thought about how he loved being married, he shook his head, his wife was really something, so loving, so caring and oh so eager. He assumed it would be different once they returned home and their normal life took over. In his mind he could love her all day and night, but his body didn't want to keep that schedule. He chuckled softly and then he saw her. She was the most beautiful woman in any setting, he walked up behind her and softly touched her waist. "Here's my beautiful wife."
Elizabeth turned and touched his arm, "About time you showed up. Did the maid chase you down the hall?"
Jack smirked, "No…maybe I chased her up and down the hallway."
"Oh really?"
"The only woman I'd be chasing is you princess," he gave her a quick kiss. "What are we doing out here, anything good?"
"I was looking at the artwork they have on display, you'll have to see it," Elizabeth pointed.
"Okay, but can we get some lemonade first, I'm thirsty, that maid wore me out," he took her hand.
Elizabeth giggled. "I bet she fainted when she saw the rest of you."
"Screamed actually, didn't you hear her?" Jack teased.
Elizabeth pressed against his arm, loving his sense of humor. "There's lemonade there. Look Jack, they have those meat pies too. Remember where we had meat pies?"
He looked around, "I sure do…I remember."
Elizabeth took his hand, "Let's go listen to the music." They walked to where people were dancing and singing and clapping to folk music. "Jack, are you okay? You're walking slowly…"
"I'm fine," he straightened, "just…I'm looking around, that's all," he avoided eye contact with her.
There drank their lemonade and Jack was surveying the crowd.
"Don't be a Constable….stop looking at everyone so suspiciously," Elizabeth said.
"Hmm," Jack took their cups and went to return them.
A well dressed man approached Elizabeth, "Would you care to dance Ma'm?"
"No thank you…" Elizabeth politely replied.
"Ah, one dance will be so enchanting," the man stepped closer and reached for her hand, "I would love someone as lovely as you on my arm."
"No, I don't care to, I'm just waiting for my…" Elizabeth looked back hoping to see Jack.
"My sweet wife, are you waiting for me to return to you?" Another man touched Elizabeth's arm.
Elizabeth spun around, "Marco !"
"Yes, my lovely bride," he kissed her hand and looked at the man, "Excuse us, my wife and I are going to dance." Marco put his hand on Elizabeth's waist, took her hand and began to sway.
"Thank you," Elizabeth whispered as Marco swayed softly.
"Ah, I could never forget such a beautiful face, how are you my dear?" Marco smiled.
"I'm well, thanks to you rescuing me…again," she smiled.
Jack was surprised to see someone holding Elizabeth, until he got closer and recognized her dancing partner, "I knew it. I knew he'd be here."
"Oh Marco..." Elizabeth couldn't believe she was looking at Marco. Marco smiled at her and then looked up at Jack, "Hello my friend." He stopped dancing and held his hand out to Jack.
"Marco…nice to see you again," Jack shook his hand.
"I would know this beautiful woman anywhere. Where do you travel to this time?" Marco asked, his eyes not leaving Elizabeth.
Elizabeth began to speak, but Jack interrupted, "We're on our honeymoon," he put his hand firmly around Elizabeth's waist.
"What? Ahh, good move my friend…you are a smart man to make this charming woman your bride. Congratulations!" Marco shook Jack's hand vigorously, giving him a twinkling eye.
Jack was apprehensive but gave Marco a sincere, "Thank you…"
"Oh my Bella, what a vision you must have been in a bridal gown," he kissed her hand.
Jack tugged Elizabeth's arm away from Marco's grasp, "Yeah, my Bella looked wonderful. Are you dancing today?"
Marco laughed, "Ah, yes, I dance…for you…in celebration of your love!"
Elizabeth blushed and Jack swallowed, "Okay, go dance, we'll watch."
"Jack…it's nice to see him again," Elizabeth smiled.
"Yes, nice…if I wasn't here he'd have you wrapped in his ever dancing arms!" Jack snickered.
"He's just a big flirt," Elizabeth held Jack's hand.
"We know about Marco….this one and the other one," Jack said.
"Haven't read the other one in a while, maybe when we get back home, we can read together…" Elizabeth whispered in his ear.
"Hmm, if I remember Marco in the book was pretty romantic, so maybe you could read and demonstrate what his love moves are," he squeezed her waist.
She laughed, "His love moves? Oh Jack really!" She held her stomach.
Jack tilted his head and smiled.
Marco was next to them again, "I need a partner Bella, come ….join me…please." He took Elizabeth's hand.
"I don't know if I can do the steps," Elizabeth began walking with him, but looked over her shoulder at Jack, who was keeping an eye on her. Jack relaxed after a minute seeing Elizabeth smile and laugh as she tried to imitate the steps of the other dancers. She brought joy to everything she did and Jack loved watching her. Once the music stopped, Elizabeth rushed back to him and he took her into his embrace, "You were wonderful…love seeing you happy, smiling…"
"Oh Jack, it was kind of fun, even though I had no idea what I was doing."
Marco came bouncing back, "Well, my friends, I hope I see you again at the next Faire. Maybe I will be near your town and you can show me around! Maybe next time I see you, you have beautiful babies together, yes?"
Jack just smiled at Marco. Elizabeth looked down, blushing.
Jack and Elizabeth walked throughout the crowd. Jack bought cotton candy and teased Elizabeth with the sticky confection and they laughed. They shared a meat pie and more lemonade. Jack couldn't remember being happier. He pulled her close and whispered, "I love you so much. I'm so happy."
She squeezed his shoulder and sighed, "I love you too Jack….being together makes us happy."
"Yes, it does."
They came upon an area of tables and a small orchestra. Couples were dancing to the soft music. Jack twirled Elizabeth around and they danced closely. "Can I tell you this has been the best week of my life," he whispered.
"Our honeymoon Jack… so wonderful and romantic. I love being married, I love you loving me," she whispered.
Jack nodded, "Hmm, guess we figured that part out pretty well didn't we?" Jack's eyes narrowed, he was being serious about how they both naturally learned to love each other.
Elizabeth pursed her lips, "Yes, we certainly did," she felt herself blush.
Jack sighed, overwhelmed thinking of their beautiful love, he kissed her nose and pulled her closer. He wanted to tell her how much this meant to him, but this wasn't the time. He needed to tell her how much he loved her and he knew he would be able to when they were alone in their room. For now, they just kept dancing.
"Jack, let's go back to the artwork, I want to show you one particular drawing."
"Okay," he offered her his arm.
Elizabeth led Jack to the drawings…"Aren't they wonderful? Almost as good as yours."
Jack leaned closer, "These are very good, the pencil on this canvas creates a deep texture."
Elizabeth nodded, "Okay, well lets buy one," she searched for the one she'd seen earlier. "Here it is, look it's the view from the balcony."
Jack looked it over, "Sold!" He removed it from the easel and they paid for the drawing. The woman said she would have it delivered to their room.
"Oh look Jack, golf!" Elizabeth asked.
"Golf? Is that another game with a ball?"Jack was not enthusiastic.
Elizabeth giggled, "Yes, a small white ball, come on." They walked to where there was a small area where people were golfing. "Doesn't look hard, almost like croquet. Let's try it Jack." She tugged on his arm.
Jack folded his arms across his chest, "You go ahead, I'll watch."
Elizabeth took a club and a ball and, mimicking the others, prepared to swing. An instructor appeared to offer assistance, "You aren't holding the club correctly Miss," he stood behind her and put his arms around her, correcting her hands on the club, "like this…hold it this way."
Jack's arms unfolded quickly not liking what he was seeing, "Hey…what are you doing?" He stepped up to Elizabeth and addressed the man, "this is my wife!" He took the club from her hand.
"Jack!" She looked away.
"I beg your pardon sir, I am here to offer instruction…" the man said.
"Not with my wife you won't," Jack took her hand, "that's enough golf." They walked away.
"Jack, how embarrassing," Elizabeth way annoyed.
He stopped, "I don't care, I saw the way he was up against you and then you lean forward like that and …and…everyone can see your…your…your charms," he lowered his voice.
"My charms?" Elizabeth was surprised by his reaction.
"Yes," Jack waved his hands in front of her, "you know…your charms."
Elizabeth gasped and tugged the top of her dress up, "Jack!"
"I don't like it Elizabeth," he said and then he mumbled, "Where's Marco when I need him."
"Well, wait a minute. Now you know how I felt when you were getting archery and tennis instructions…"
Jack looked at her for a moment and then sighed, "You're right, I suppose I do. Let's not play games anymore."
"Card games," she whispered in his ear.
"Yeah, just those," the corner of his mouth went up in a wry smile.
They continued walking around and even saw Marco again, waving to him as he was doing his dancing. They went to an outdoor café where they sat next to each other on a bench at a small table. Waiters walked around offering diners different delicacies. Jack liked sitting so close and was quickly not thinking about food. "I wish I could kiss you…" he put his hand on her thigh.
"Jack, behave..." she pushed his hand away.
"Kind of hard, sitting this close to you," he whispered.
She looked at him, "After this we can go….upstairs..."
"And do what?"
"Whatever you'd like…"
"Really?"
"Yes…"
"Kiss?"
"Of course kiss," she smiled.
"Hugging?" He put his hand back on her thigh.
"Yes, hugging would be fine," she laid her hand on top of his.
"What else?" his voice was getting raspy.
"Whatever comes after kissing and hugging," she lowered her eyes.
"Maybe have a little ro…"
"Romaine!" Elizabeth said as the waiter put down a plate of salad.
Jack slumped slightly and gave the waiter an insincere smile. "Romaine…not exactly what I was thinking…"
He looked at Elizabeth who handed him a fork.
After eating and walking, they went upstairs. "Jack, look at these photos of us!" The hotel had taken a few photographs of them at the dinners they had and displayed them on the desk in their hotel room. "Just lovely," she admired them.
"Here's the drawing we bought," Jack opened the wrapped package, "I'll keep it in here." He looked at Elizabeth, "Is it time?"
"Time?" She turned toward him.
He approached her and drew her into his embrace, "Yes, time…for this…" he kissed her repeatedly. "I think I'll go sit on the balcony, why don't you join me…"
"In a minute.."
"Okay, but don't keep me waiting too long," he winked. Jack got comfortable in the rocker waiting.
Elizabeth watched him and then quickly went to the bathroom to change. She emerged and grabbed the folded gold satin sheet at the foot of the bed and wrapped it dramatically around her body. She made her way to the balcony, where the sheet billowed slightly in the evening breeze.
Jack looked up, "Well, well, what have we here?" His eyes raked over her sheet draped body.
She pointed her toe, revealing her leg.
Jack grinned, "Wearing those nice white stockings I see," he reached for her, "what else is under there?"
She backed away for a moment.
He rocked, looking longingly at her, "Come here," he patted his thighs.
She slowly walked to him and climbed onto his lap. He held her legs where the stockings met her smooth skin, and gently rubbed her thighs while staring into her eyes.
"So, what else is under there, can I peek?"
Elizabeth nodded.
Jack took a finger and pulled back the sheet revealing a white lace corset, "Nice corset, is that new?"
She nodded, "Yes, can you see my…charms?"
Jack blushed and looked off to the side, "Yeah…but I'm the only one who should see."
"Of course…it's awfully tight," she wiggled slightly.
"Hmmm, I can see that and I can help with that," he began unclipping the front of it.
She put her arms over his shoulders and put her head back as Jack released her from the constricting garment. She gasped when he flung it across the balcony.
"Don't worry, I'll pick it up…after," he began kissing her body.
Elizabeth pushed back and undid his tie and slowly removed it and flung it, "I'll pick that up later too."
Jack laughed, "Your bruise looks better…let me kiss it though to help it heal…" He kissed her side and began to unbutton his shirt. Elizabeth helped and once removed she lifted the sheet over their heads.
"Is this like camping?" she asked.
"I never camped like this before," he was busy removing his trousers and he lifted her, making her squeal and the chair rocked. Their touches were intense and captive yet romantic. He whispered in her ear and she leaned against him rocking the chair. They were together, happy…one. He held her tightly and whispered her name, she pressed her lips to his between gasping for breaths as the chair rocked.
"I love this chair," he kissed her shoulder, taking a deep breath.
"Hmm, me too," she pushed back a curl from her face.
"We'll have to look into getting one," he caught a laugh in his throat.
Later, they enjoyed a romantic dinner in the restaurant and walked outdoors in the early evening air. Jack walked slowly and Elizabeth was concerned, "Are you okay?"
"I'm wonderful," he squeezed her hand.
She bit her bottom lip, "You certainly are Mr. Thornton."
"You're making me blush Mrs. Thornton," he rubbed his chin and they walked.
Elizabeth rested her head on Jack's shoulder, "Do you think it will always be like this?"
"If we want it to be like this, yes. We can always take romantic walks after a nice meal. We just have to get through all the other things in our lives, the work, the chores, other people."
"True…." She clasped his hand and brought it to her chest, "I know we'll always be happy. I promise I'll do everything I can to keep you happy Jack."
He moved his fingers slightly making her laugh and then kissed her hand. "We're off to a good start. Now let's go take a bath."
She smiled, held his hand and led the way.
In their room, Jack helped her remove her dress, "Oh good, another corset…" he rubbed his hands together and began to undo it. "Why do women even wear these contraptions?" He removed it and looked at her, "you're so naturally beautiful, why cover up?"
Elizabeth covered herself with her hands, "Jack, it isn't to cover up, it's to produce an hourglass shape."
Jack moved her hands, "You already have the best hourglass shape I've ever seen."
She gasped softly and grabbed his trousers, "You aren't supposed to look."
"Oh really? You think I don't look at you?"
"I didn't say that, just that you're not supposed to," she tugged on his trousers.
"Hey, you have to be gentle, I'm delicate," he grimaced.
One eyebrow shot up, "Delicate?"
They quickly went and climbed into the tub. Jack held her, "I could fall asleep in here."
"Yes, feels so nice."
"We'll have to stock up on bubble bath soap," he tickled her under the water.
Later they lay in each other's arms in bed. Jack was quiet and Elizabeth looked up at him, "Jack, everything okay?"
"Yes…I'm happy…and I'm content," he squeezed her, "this is a nice ending to our honeymoon."
"Yes it is," she kissed his skin.
"Elizabeth…," Jack thought, carefully wanting to use the right words. He put his hand under her chin for a moment, "This has been the best week of my life. It's been such a beautiful week...discovering you…"
"Oh Jack," she smiled.
He shook his head and shifted slightly to face her, "Before, when we were courting, there was always that wall, that propriety wall between us, and well there should have been and we respected that, but I did wonder if it would take time for that wall to come down," he ran a finger across her shoulder, "but you...you not only took that wall down, you obliterated it. And you invited me…and welcomed me…and gave to me."
"That's because I love you Jack," she responded softly.
Jack nodded, licked his lips and continued, "I know…and there's nothing I want more than to make you feel loved and safe. You give me so much…You make me feel strong, your love fills me with a strength…I can't even describe it. I wish I could put into words how I feel." He smacked his lips and looked away.
"Jack, you always express yourself so well," she said, drawing him back.
"You've changed me Elizabeth. You've calmed me but also filled me with an excitement. I was totally prepared to think of my future as being a Mountie and I was fine with that. Now, I think of the future so differently…with you and the family we'll create. I think of you and I want to be near you…and when I'm near you and well…you know that part," he smiled and she laughed softly.
"You've changed me too Jack…I always felt it was wrong to show affection…but now, when you welcomed me too and whenever you're close to me, all I want to do is show you affection. I need you to know how much I love you and that I'm not afraid to show you affection."
"And I love that," he looked into her eyes.
"You've opened my world," she touched his face, "you transport me to a place where I feel like a woman and I like to feel that way…" she glanced at him, but looked away when she felt a tear in her eye.
"Hey, I understand," he kissed her. "You're an amazing woman, and whenever we're together, my world is complete. I can't imagine my life without you," He put her hand on his chest, pressing it against his skin.
Elizabeth snuggled closer against him, "I love you Jack."
He rolled over her, "I love you too Elizabeth," and he kissed her passionately.
To be continued...Thank you to all who write reviews, you're the best, Love you all !
