AmberLady42
I'm glad you feel this is worth a re-read! I agree, it is refreshing to just have a simple story about his past. Just him trying to see where he belongs. Of course this is all my BS, but It's just a fun little thing that I hope you and everyone else enjoys :)
Pulling up to the café, Remy knew Gabby heard his bike. He was running late but wanted to stop by and see her to start his morning off right. He killed the engine and locked the handlebars before heading inside. Opening the door, he looked at where she usually stood, but saw another girl standing there. Slightly disappointed, he kept his spirits up as he walked up to the couple that were in front of him at the register. Putting his hands in the pockets of his duster, he waited until it was his turn. Stepping closer, he smiled at the girl and realized it was the one that was helping Gabby yesterday.
"Hey." She said with a smile. "Welcome back."
"Merci." He said giving a wink. "I take a large coffee an' two o' t'ose apple muffins."
"You got it." The girl said as she rang him up but before she could say the total, he handed her the exact change making her chuckle. "Alrightie. Give me just a second and I'll have that up on the counter. Here's your coffee cup."
Taking the cup, he turned around and head to the coffee bar to fill his cup with black coffee. Placing the lid on it, he walked back over and stood at the end of the counter and waited for his muffins. Taking a sip, he saw Gabby walk up from behind the back of house with the manager. She didn't notice him since she was talking with the manager and it seemed to be a serious conversation.
"Gabby, plate those up for me please." The girl said, pointing to the muffins on the cutting board.
"You got it." She said as she looked at the muffins, placed them on a plate with a fork and knife and turned around before pausing when she made eye contact with Remy. "Your order, I assume?" She asked.
"Mm hmm." He said walking forward and taking the plate. "T'anks."
Gabby looked at her coworker and saw that they had no customers. "Give me five minutes?" She asked to the girl before she walked around the counter and took Remy to a table further back in the café.
Sitting down, he leaned back and gave her a smirk. He was curious as to what she was going to say. Watching her for a moment, she finally tucked her hair behind her left ear and glanced up at his face.
She pursed her lips together before she spoke. "You're running behind today."
"Oui." He said, taking a sip of coffee. "I be runnin' late t'day." He confirmed.
"Was almost disappointed when I didn't see you when we first opened." She said as a playful smirk formed on her lips.
"I a'ways stop by t' see y', chere. Even if it mean I be late t' work." He said, seeing her blush deepen. "Sure Dave won't mind."
"I don't know." She playfully said. "My dad has a mean streak. You better watch out."
He smiled at her playfulness as he took another sip of coffee. "I r'member dat." He said as he sat up and leaned forward. "Sure he won' mind if I tell 'im I needed t' see y'."
Saying that changed her demeanor. Gabby's face grew red and he loved how she tried to play it off, but she was nervous. "He might." She said, smiling for real this time.
He looked over her face and saw she was getting shyer as he did so. "Wha' wrong?" He asked.
"Remy," She started as she looked at his hands that were holding his cup of coffee before she looked into his eyes. "Last night-"
"Sorry 'bout dat." He said, quickly cutting her off.
"No, no." Gabby said. "I was going to say... I never experienced that kind of physicalness before. I mean I know it was just a kiss, but still."
Remy smirked. "Was mo' dan jus' a kiss, chere." He said. "I 'member t'ere was some touchin' invo'ved, too."
Her face continued to stay pink. "Yeah, well." She paused, not sure what to come back with.
"Gabby?" The manager called for her. "Guests!"
Looking at her manager she gave a wave to let him know she heard him before looking back at Remy. "I've gotta get back to work." She said as she stood up. "I'll see you tomorrow?"
"Mm hmm." He answered as he watched her walk away and then stop.
Turning around, she walked over kissed his right cheek. "I'll see you later." She said as she quickly head to her register.
Remy smiled as he watched her take her position at the counter and do her job. She was something else, shy but confident. He didn't quite understand it, but he loved it. Coming back to his thoughts, he realized he should probably get to work. David was going to have his hide for sure. Getting up, he walked over to the counter where the girl helping Gabby came over to him.
"Can I get a bag?" He asked.
"Sure." She said, turning around and handing him on.
"T'anks." He said, winking at her before he made eye contact with Gabby. "See y' later, chere."
Heading out to his bike, he dropped the muffins in the left saddle bag and mounted it. He then balanced the coffee cup on the seat while he unlocked the handlebars. Cranking on the engine, he revved the throttle a few times before he picked his coffee cup up and slowly made his way to work. Pulling up to the garage, he saw David had already set up for their first appointment. Pulling up beside the garage, he parked his bike and grabbed the muffins from the saddle bag and head around and inside.
"Sorry." Remy said, setting the coffee cup and bag down on the workbench as he adjusted his sun glasses. "Couldn' sleep las' night an' when I did fall asleep, I woke up late."
"But you still made it a point to get coffee and breakfast?" David asked, raising an eyebrow.
Remy smirked. "Y' got me." He said, taking a sip of the coffee. "Wanted t' see yo' daughter."
David smiled. "Well, don't make this a habit." He said. "I'm depending on you to be here when we open."
"Won't be late again." Remy said, making a cross over his heart.
Chuckling, David shook his head. "Come on. First appointment will be here soon." He said.
It had been a great day for Gabby. She was in good spirits her whole shift and she didn't mind working forty-five minutes late. It meant more money for her, since she was hourly. Clocking out, she grabbed her bag and head to the door. Seeing it pouring rain outside, she sighed as she pulled her jacket up over her head before she pushed the door open and ran to her car. Getting the door unlocked, she quickly got inside and started up the engine. Turning the heat on, she waited until she could feel the warmth before she pulled out of the parking lot and head toward home.
Stopping at the first light, Gabby heard some strange sounds coming from her engine. "That doesn't sound good." She said, turning the radio down and listening.
When the light turned green, she slowly head forward and her car stalled slightly before he started to go.
"Just make it home." She said, patting the steering wheel. "Please. You can die at home."
Heading further down the road, she realized if anything happened she would be closer to her dad's shop. Hoping it wouldn't come to that, she kept on heading home.
"You should head to dad's shop." She told herself quietly as she stopped at the next red light.
When it turned green, she started to go but her car died. Crawling to a halt, she sighed out loud and let her arms fall to her sides. Turning the hazards on, she opened the door and got out. Trying to push her car to the side of the road, she just wasn't strong enough. The car moved maybe a few feet before someone got out and helped her push it to the side of the road. They offered her a ride, but she declined. She knew her dad's shop was close so she would just walk.
Gathering her belongings out of the car, she locked it before she threw her jacket over her head and started to head toward the garage. The rain was freezing and she would probably get sick from being so cold. Stupid car. She should've saved up more money and just got a new one. That car has been nothing but trouble and this time, she was going to leave it dead.
"Damn it." She muttered as the sidewalk ended and she began to walk in mud. "And I was having a good day."
All of the cars that passed her by splashed road water on to her. Not on purpose, but it was staring to piss her off. She was already a sweaty mess from work and this was the icing on the cake.
The rain started to soak her jacket and make its way down to her head. Her hair started to get wet and the cold rain water was dripping down her face. She wanted a hot shower ASAP or at least sit beside a fire.
"God damn automobiles." She cursed as she saw the street her dad's garage was on.
Watching the rain fall, Remy let out another long breath. The smoke disappeared once it hit the rain, washing it away. Taking another long drag, he flicked the embers off and looked to the right. He smiled seeing birds trying to get out of the rain, tucking into the leaves and under branches. He couldn't blame them. It was some cold ass rain. Probably forty degrees. Thirty at the least.
Taking one final drag, he dropped the cigarette butt on the gravel and stepped on it before looking up when he heard footsteps. To his surprise, it was Gabby. She was soaking wet from head to toe. Heading into the garage, he grabbed his duster and met her just outside the entrance. Wrapping his jacket over her shoulders, he took her jacket she had used for an umbrella and threw it aside.
"Girl, wha' y' doin' walkin' out in de rain?" He asked, rubbing her arms.
She looked up at him almost in tears. "My fucking car died." She said, trying to hold back from crying. "It's a piece of shit."
He smirked. "Hey, it be fine. We get it up an' runnin' again." He said, still rubbing her arms to keep her warm.
"Don't bother." She said, looking around the garage. "Where's dad?"
"He went t' grab a bite t' eat. Skipped lunch, 'cause someone comin' in wit' a problem." He said, pulling her in for a hug. "Sound like y' got mo' of a problem, eh?"
Closing her eyes, she soaked up the warmth that was radiating off of him. Her shivering stopped and she just stood there, leaning against him. Her eyes opened when he pulled her away.
"Y' a'right?" He asked, looking down at her.
"No." She said, moving in and hugging him.
He smiled as he hugged her back. "C'mon in here and sit down outta de cold." He said as he walked her over to the tiny office. "Y' ho'd on t' dat jacket fo' me. I get it t'morrow."
Hugging his duster tightly around her, she sniffed as he looked up at him with a smile. "Thanks." She said.
He winked at her before he head back out when he heard a vehicle heading up the gravel driveway. It was David.
Walking to the garage entrance's edge, he waited for David to get closer. "Yo' daughter's car died." Remy said, seeing David's face grow concerned. "She in de office. Soaked t' de bone."
David quickly head into the office. "Gabby, are you okay?" He asked, kneeling down and placing his hands on her shoulders.
"I'm alright." She said, looking passed her dad at Remy before she met her father's gaze. "That piece of shit car."
David smirked. "It was a piece of shit." He said, making his daughter laugh before he looked back at Remy. "Would you mind taking her home? You can drive my truck."
"Sure." Remy shrugged as David tossed him the keys.
"I'm not forcing you to leave. You leave whenever you want. Okay, baby?" He said, giving the top of Gabby's head a kiss.
"I'll just go now." Gabby said, standing. "I need a warm shower."
When she walked closer to Remy, he put his left arm around her. "I be back." He said as he took the umbrella David was using and opened it to cover them.
Helping her into the passenger side, he then ran around and got in the driver's seat, collapsing the umbrella before throwing it in the floorboard. Staring up the engine, he released the parking break before he slowly head out and toward her house.
"Thanks for taking me home." Gabby said.
He could see her out of his peripheral. "M'pleasure." He said, glancing at her and seeing her smile. "Jus' promise me y' ain' gonna get sick. Dat'll t'row our plans off fo' Friday."
She chuckled lightly. "I'm planning on saying well." She said shaking her head. "I'm looking forward to it."
"Me too." He said as he went down the muddy road that led to her trailer.
Parking the truck and putting the break on, he grabbed the umbrella and quickly got out. Opening her door, he held the umbrella over her as she got out. Walking with her to the front door, he placed his hand on the small of her back as she went up the stairs. Turning to him, she smiled as she opened her bag and tried to find her key. Reaching passed her, he quickly unlocked it with the key that was on her dad's key ring.
"Thanks." She said as she opened the door and stepped inside.
Turning around and looking up at him they stared at each other for a moment before Gabby moved in and kissed him. Grabbing his shirt, she pulled him inside and pressed him up against the door. Breaking the kiss, and dropping the umbrella, Remy trailed them down her neck as his hands wandered over her backside before pulling her against him. Cupping his face, she led him to the couch where she stripped from his duster before they continued with their heated kisses. Pulling away, Gabby stripped from her work shirt and threw it on the ground before she straddled his waist and kissed him again. Remy couldn't help himself as he felt her up and then lay her back on the couch as he moved on top of her, pressing his hips into her.
"Mm." Gabby moaned under his kiss.
Moving to her neck, his kisses then trailed to her chest. Sitting up, Gabby pulled at the tail of his shirt. He let her pull it off of him as he went back to kissing her neck and chest. Pushing her back down gently, he started to lightly hump her but then stopped and got off of her quickly.
"Remy?" She asked.
"I-I gotta get back." He said, clearing his throat as he picked his shirt up off of the floor and put it on.
"Oh, yeah." Gabby said as she watched him grab the umbrella from off the floor. "Well, will you stop by the café tomorrow?"
He smiled at her as she pulled his duster over her and covered herself. "I be t'ere firs' t'ing." He said, planting a soft kiss on her lips before he left.
After washing away the day's grime from his body, Remy lied there most of the night, awake. He couldn't stop thinking about how forward Gabby was. He knew there was a wild side underneath that wanted out and it showed itself that afternoon. Damn, if he didn't have to go back to the shop they probably would've fucked. But that would've been stupid, he told himself. He wasn't prepared, but he decided he'd keep a rubber on hand from now on. Letting out a sigh, he looked at the ceiling.
"Dat girl." He said softly as he rolled on to his right side and looked at the neon sign's light that tried to force its way through the closed blinds.
He could see it blinking. One, two, three, four. He figured if he counted the blinks, he'd eventually fall asleep. To his surprise it worked and he was waking up to his alarm what seemed only moment later. Turning it off, he swung his leg out of bed and stood up. Stretching his arms overhead, he walked over and pulled the darker pair of worn jeans out from his bag. Slipping those on, he pulled the black shirt over his head and pulled his hair through. He didn't bother tying his hair back as he grabbed his leather biker jacket and put it on. Pocketing his wallet and keys, he felt the breast pockets. Cigarettes and cards. Walking over to the mirror, he looked at himself and chuckled. He looked like shit. Quickly splashing his face with water, he dried up and head out to the café.
Pulling up to the little shop, he knew he was early. Killing the engine, he locked the handlebars and head to the entrance and decided to wait. He didn't have to wait long as the manager smiled at him through the doors before he opened them.
"Good morning." He said with a smile.
"Mornin'." Remy answered as he walked inside and smiled when he saw Gabby waiting for him.
"Hey." She said, a flirty grin on her face. "You look rough this morning."
He chuckled. "Couldn't sleep." He said smirking. "Mus've been all dat sugar I got yeste'day."
Gabby giggled. "Well, would you like more?" She asked.
He stepped closer to the counter and looked over the brim of his sunglasses. "We talkin' food? 'Cause I ain'." He said, making her blush.
More people trickled in. "Damn." Gabby said looking at them before she looked back into Remy's eyes.
"Coffee an' surprise me wit' somet'in' else." He said, taking his wallet out. "Somet'in' savory dis time."
"Alright." Gabby said as she handed him the large coffee cup. "Here, I know."
He watched her as she grabbed a plate and turned around to grab a bagel. His eyes wandered over her backside as she prepared it for him. When she turned around he smiled at her as he took out a five.
"Sure dis cover it, eh?" He asked.
"Yep." She said, never taking her eyes from him as she took the five and typed in the amount. "Your change."
Holding his hand out, he received his change and pocketed it before he turned around and head to the coffee bar. Pouring himself some black coffee he turned to see Gabby had put his bagel up on the counter at the end. Casually walking over, he took the plate and head to his little table he had grown accustomed to. Every now and then, Gabby would look his way and smile before going on about her duties. Taking another bite of the bagel, he sensed someone walking up to him. Looking up, he smiled when Gabby took a seat across from him.
Clapping the crumbs from his hands, he sat up and finished the bite he just took. "Yo' daddy bring y' t' work?" He asked.
"Yeah." Gabby said, looking at his half eaten bagel before looking up at him. "I hate that he has to."
"I could bring y' t' work." Remy offered.
Gabby smiled. "No. It's too early." She said, seeing him shake his head. "Plus, it's further for you."
"If I mind, wouldn' o' offered." He said, looking into her eyes. "Still stands, chere. Y' say when."
She looked at his lips before she looked down at the bagel again. "I'll think about it." She said as she glanced over at her register to make sure no one was there waiting. "You can definitely pick me up today."
Taking a sip of coffee, he smiled. "Hmm. Don' know. Depend on if I be under a car o' not." He said, seeing her smile.
"Are you and my dad gonna try and fix my car?" She asked.
Remy let out a sigh. "Haven' heard." He said, looking over her face. "Sure he let me know once I get t'ere."
Gabby glanced at her watch. "If you leave now, you'll beat him there." She said.
"T'ink dat be a good idea'." Remy said as he stood up and picked up the plate. "Should prob'bly be early after bein' late fo' two days."
"Here, I'll grab you a bag." Gabby said as she hopped up and walked over behind the counter.
Returning, she opened it for him and held it as he dropped the other half of the bagel inside. "T'anks." He said, watching her drop another bagel inside.
"That's on me." She said. "You need substantial food if my dad's working you that hard."
"Yo' too kind, chere." He said, picking his coffee up and turning to her. "I see y' later. Wha' time?"
"I get off around two." She said, backing away to head to her register.
"Two it is." He said as he turned and head outside to his bike.
Once at the garage, he parked his bike in its usual spot and waited for David. Sipping on his coffee, he tried not to think about how cold it was. Grabbing the half of the bagel he didn't eat earlier, he decided to finish it then. Several moments later, he saw the truck pull up and park behind his bike. Pushing off the motorcycle, he head toward the garage entrance and waited for David.
"Well, looks like I'm late today." David said with a smile as he walked up to the entrance to unlock it.
"Nah, I be early." Remy said as he handed David the bag with the other bagel in it. "Breakfast?"
David smiled as he took the bag. "Thank you." He said as he unlocked the door and lifted it up.
"By de way," Remy said, getting David's attention as he walked over and sat down at the workbench. "Don' mind goin' an' gettin' Gabby today."
Chuckling, David took the bagel out as well as the butter. "I'm sure you don't." He said, smiling at Remy.
Remy smirked as he walked closer and watched David spread the butter on both sides of the bagel. "Plus, gotta get m' jacket back from her." He said.
"Oh yeah." David said as he licked the butter off of his fingers. "That big brown thing. She was wearing it all evening and took it to work."
"It be nice an' warm." Remy said, taking another sip of coffee.
"I'm sure it is." David said smirking before he looked at Remy. "By the way, you look like a god damn hobo today."
Letting out a light laugh, Remy shrugged. "Couldn't sleep." He said.
"No. I mean you seriously look like a hobo." David said. "You're pants are so holey, that shirt is worn thin and, excuse me for even mentioning this, but it's obvious you don't wear underwear."
Finishing his coffee, he smiled. "Does dat las' one bot'er you?" He asked.
David shrugged. "If you had newer pants, I'm sure it would't be a problem." He said. "But I mean, I can tell what side you dress on."
Remy laughed out loud. "A'right. Shit." He said. "Maybe I invest in a pair, no? Didn' know you was lookin' down t'ere."
"Hey, I said it was obvious." David said. "And please pull your hair back. I'm not trying to be a nag, but it looks more professional if it's pulled back."
"Yes sir." Remy said as he pulled his hair back as a car pulled up.
"Wasn't expecting anyone this morning." David said as they saw a woman in her thirties step out. "Good morning!"
The woman smiled as she walked closer to them. "Hi. You were recommended by Janice Freedman." She said, glancing at Remy and looking him up and down.
"Oh yeah." David said. "Janice is a great client. What can I do for you?"
"I need an oil change and my tires rotated. Think you can do that?" She asked.
"No problem." David said as he looked at Remy. "Get the lift for me?"
"Y' got it." Remy said as he walked over and grabbed the lift and placed it in the middle of the garage before the placed the ramps on either side of it.
"Who's this?" The woman asked David as she watched Remy gather the tools they'd need.
"He's helping me in the shop." David said.
"Is he...permanent?" She asked, a little smirk forming on her lips.
David chuckled. "Maybe." He said, noticing the woman watch Remy very closely. "He's a good kid."
"Kid?" The woman asked. "How old is he?"
"He's twenty-one." David said.
"So he's legal." She said, looking back at him.
"Yeah, well, he's dating my daughter." David said quickly, shutting the woman up.
"Oh." The woman said as she continued to watch him.
"Mind if I pull y' car up?" Remy walked up to the woman and asked.
"Please do." She said, smirking again.
Clocking out Gabby sighed. She was finally done with her shift and ready to leave. Sitting at the chair Remy usually did, she waited for him to arrive. Smiling at the sound of his motorcycle, she watched as he pulled up and parked. Damn, he looked so sexy on that bike. Watching him head to the door, he kept his sunglasses on as he looked around the dining room until he saw her and smiled. Standing, she smiled at him as he walked up to her.
"Ready?" He asked, seeing her hold his duster in her hands.
"Yeah." She said before looking at the girl that took her place. "Bye, Meredith!"
"See you later!" Meredith called back.
Placing his hand on the small of her back, he escorted her out and to his bike. "Here." He said, taking the helmet and handing it to her. "Don' t'ink yo' daddy like y' on m' bike."
Taking his helmet, she put it on and watched as he straddled the bike. Climbing on behind him, she got situated and then he revved the engine. Wrapping her arms around his waist, she leaned against his back and rest her head against him as well. Smirking, he pulled out of the parking lot and head down the road. She loved the feel of the wind against her. It was exhilarating and being this close to Remy. God, he smelt good. Slowing down at the school zone, they carefully made their way through the traffic as he turned and head toward her house. Coming up to her trailer, he stopped and killed the engine before he put the kickstand down. Getting off the bike, she watched him as he did the same and walked with her up the stairs to the door. Gabby opened the door and walked inside before turning around and seeing him still on the front step.
"You can come in." She said.
Remy smiled and shook his head. "Las' time I did dat, a'mos' didn' go back t' work." He said, making her remember their make out session yesterday.
She glanced down his chest and watched him place his hands in his pockets. "Well," She said, looking back at his face. "Can I at least get a goodbye kiss?"
He smirked. "O' course." He said seeing her smile shyly as she walked up to him.
Leaning in, he softly pressed his lips against her's and kissed her a little more passionately than he wanted, but it was all good.
"Mm." She moaned as she pulled away. "Have dinner with us tonight."
"Y' sure?" He asked as he reached out and tucked her hair behind her right ear.
"Yes." She said. "Dad won't mind."
"I t'ink 'bout it, yeah?" He said as he kissed her one more, quickly. "Bye."
"Bye." She said as she watched him walk down the steps and get on his bike.
Hearing the loud roar of the engine, she watched as he took off down the dirt road and head back toward the garage.