As with Chapter 7, the M rating is apparent in this chapter as well.
Chapter 9: What Next?
I found Madison fumbling with various devices when she entered my line of sight. She didn't even notice me until I threw my arms around her from behind. She objected, but I didn't care what anyone else thought, I needed some comforting right about now.
She turned around and wore a look of shock, "Oh my god, what happened to you?" she asked as she ran her hand over the swollen side of my face.
"A bunch of guys who said they were part of some government group called 'The Enclave' ambushed me after I exited the memorial." I told her.
The look on my face told me she knew who they were, "The Enclave? What were they doing there?"
I shook my head, "They said they were there to escort me to some military Colonel they called Autumn." I explained.
"And you managed to escape with your life? I'm impressed Jason." She complimented, but I didn't deserve it. I wouldn't even be standing here if it weren't for him.
"Yeah, and I could use someone with your medical expertise to treat my wounds." I said as I pressed my forehead against hers.
She looked around and attempted to push me away once again, "Jason, I told you, not in public."
"Well then perhaps you could treat me in your private quarters?" I suggested.
She smiled and then took me by the wrist, "God I wish I had the same level of energy as you. Last night just wasn't enough, huh?" she then sighed, "Hmm, just what kind of man have I gotten mixed up with?" she said to herself.
When we entered her room I immediately tore her blouse open and buried my face in her chest. The softness of her breasts seemed to melt away all of the troubles and worries that I carried. She giggled softly, "Easy there tiger, you came here for medical treatment, remember?"
I looked up from her chest, "This is all the medicine I require doctor." I said, and then went back to what I had been doing.
We moved over to the bed and I pulled her skirt down to her feet, and she kicked it at the wall. She smiled seductively and waited for me to make the next move. I took her panties by the sides and pulled them down to reveal her womanhood. I took in the sight and smell of it, which stimulated my animalistic urges.
I quickly removed my pants and armor and positioned myself in front of her opening. I took a hold of her legs and proceeded to give her the best tonguing she would ever receive. She grabbed on to my head with one hand and moaned loudly as I ate her out. I could tell she would reach her climax soon, but I wanted to experience it with her.
I brought my manhood to her flower and immediately dove in. I felt a fire like no other as I pumped in and out of her and leaned in to give her a kiss.
I looked down at the woman I was pounding on the bed and something suddenly clicked within me. All of these things I had been feeling, the fact that I couldn't take my mind off of her after our first encounter, the way she managed to light my fire unlike any of the other women I had been with…I was falling in love with her.
"Madison, I…" I couldn't finish my sentence, however, as I had finally reached my breaking point.
I gritted my teeth and gave a few last hard thrusts, and then released deep inside of her.
I then collapsed next to her on the bed and breathed heavily. Both of us were sweating profusely. I gave her another gentle kiss on the lips and then pulled her body on top of mine.
"I…I think I'm falling for you." I admitted to her.
Her eyes widened a bit, she probably figured that I had just been using her as a relief from my troubles and had no feelings beyond that.
She responded by placing her head on my chest and taking my hand in hers. The two of us just lied there for the longest time until our exhaustion caused us to drift off to a calm and peaceful sleep.
I woke up around one in the morning and couldn't get back to sleep because I had so much on my mind.
You could stay here and start a new life with Madison.
But what about your father? Doesn't he require your utmost attention?
For all you know he could be dead.
No, he's still alive; I refuse to think that way.
What about Madison? You've probably knocked her up after that last round. What kind of man would you be if you left her again?
I placed my hands over my ears and shut my eyes.
Shut up! SHUT UP!
I got out of bed, slipped back in to my pants, and headed out in to the hall. I walked up three flights of stairs at the end and soon found myself on the top deck of the ship outside. I walked over to the railing on the side and leaned over it.
I hated having to choose between the woman I was falling in love with and the man who had raised me all by himself. The man who had waited on me hand and foot nearly all my life. The man who had taught me all of the good morals that I held dear.
The right choice was so blaringly obvious, but I just didn't want to have to make it.
"Jason? Is everything alright?" a robed Madison asked as she entered on to the ship deck.
"Madison, what are you doing out here?" I asked to avoid answering her question.
"Uh-uh, you first." she said.
Ha, she's a quick one.
I turned away from her and drooped over the railing again, "I don't know what to do. I know that I need to go out and find my father and make sure he is safe but…" I trailed off and turned back to her, "I don't want to have to leave you behind again." I finished.
She placed her arms around my waist and smiled, "It's alright Jason. I understand how much your father means to you. If you want to go and bring him back to safety than I support you one-hundred percent."
I felt a bit relieved at hearing her say this, but it didn't change the fact that I still didn't want to leave her behind.
I pulled her close and kissed the top of her head, "Come on, let's go back to bed." I took her by the hand and the two of us walked back to her room side by side.
The next morning I knew that I would need to leave as soon as possible if I wanted to catch up with my dad. Madison saw me off at the bridge out front. I made sure to give her my radio frequency if she needed to reach me. We stood in each others embrace for a few minutes before I finally gave her a goodbye kiss and set off.
"Be careful, and bring James back safe!" she yelled to me as I descended the ramp to the bottom.
I suddenly stopped dead in my tracks when I noticed the Trade Caravan walking nearby. I still needed to stock up on ammo, so I headed over and decided to trade. They didn't have much, but it would be sufficient to see me through to Megaton. I decided to head back there to ask around and see if anyone knew where Vault 112 was.
After nearly four days of travelling across the wastes the familiar sight of Megaton's towering entrance came in to view.
Deputy Weld gave me a warm welcome, and when I walked through the gates, the townspeople hailed my return. Lucas Simms approached me and shook my hand, "Well, well, the prodigal son returns! We've heard more of your exploits over the radio my friend!" he greeted.
"Yeah, my house still mine?" I asked sarcastically.
"Haha, of course it is, you headed there now?" he asked.
"Maybe I'll stop by Moriarty's for a quick drink and check on the rumor mill." I told him.
Simms stroked his full beard, "What type of information you lookin' for kid?"
"I need to find another Vault, 112 to be exact. Know anyone who might be able to lead me in the right direction?" I asked.
The old sheriff pondered for a moment, "Can't say that I can. Sorry I ain't any help." he replied.
"That's fine, maybe someone up there will know something." and with that I bid the sheriff good day and headed to Moriarty's.
As usual Gob stood at the counter attempting to scrub the dirt and grime from his shot glasses. "Hey smoothskin, long time no see!" he greeted in his raspy ghoul voice.
I always liked Gob, even though his ghoulified appearance intimidated or disgusted most of the patrons, he didn't bother me, and I considered him a good friend.
"Hey Gob. I've just been out looking for dear old dad." I replied.
"Still haven't found him yet?" he asked as he continued his scrubbing.
I shook my head, "Well yes and no. I know where he's headed, but I don't know where the place is located." I told him.
"What's the name of this place?" he asked.
"Vault 112, you wouldn't happen to know where it is would you?"
He shook his head, "Sorry smooths- I mean Jason, I couldn't tell you." He replied.
"Don't worry about it. How about serving me up some whiskey?" he then handed me an unopened bottle and I handed him the ten caps owed.
I undid the cap and held the bottle out, "Cheers." I said, and then took a large swig.
"I'm sorry, but did you just say you were looking for Vault 112?" a voice asked from behind me.