Another Chance - Chapter Six

I'm always lost, deep in your eyes
You can tell me a million lies, and I'd believe it
I'd listen thoroughly time after time
It's so hard, to find someone like you
I've searched on the stars, a million moons
Just to find someone like you
Take your time I won't be far
As long as I'm close, to where you are
When I'm with you, you are my world (My world)
I'm in awe, you're my girl (My girl)
What did I do to deserve this thing
I'm holding you close loving you endlessly (Endlessly)
Some dreams can come true
Fruition
Now that I got you, I'm never letting you go

The first month after that dinner at Gail's house, they started going out to lunch Gail started swinging by the lab to bring Holly coffee whenever she can. It was just like before when they started out as friends. They didn't feel the pressure of being more than what it is. By the second month, they started to go out to dinners and Gail was inviting Holly and Maya to her place. On weekends when both are free, they would take Maya to the zoo or to the park. They did stuff that involved Maya. To say that Maya adored Gail was an understatement. Maya was drawn to Gail the moment they met at the grocery store. Much like Holly was drawn to Gail the first time they met at a crime scene. Gail was always good with kids and it was obvious how much Gail loved spending time with Maya. Maya and Gail would have play dates and looked after Maya when Holly is called in. Gail is Maya's blonde Snow White. But sometimes she also Elsa. Holly at first did worry about Gail's commitment to her and Maya but after watching Gail with Maya, that fear went away. And seeing Gail with Maya is what made the decision for her.

Their relationship progressed to just being friends to holding hands. The attraction between them was undeniable and although they didn't talk about what they are, both understood that they are indeed dating now.

From holding hands, it progressed to kissing by the third month. Gail can never forget how good and sweet Holly's kisses were and when they kissed for the first time since five years ago, Gail felt like she was in heaven. Holly can still make her forget when she is kissing her. It was on the third month they made it official, they are dating.

They made love for the first time on the fourth month. Both were nervous since it has been so long but somehow everything felt natural. Gail took her time with Holly's body, memorizing every inch of it. She remembered how nervous and inexperience she was the first time but somehow she knew how to touch Holly and where to touch her to bring her to her peak. They always seem to find their rhythm. Gail's blue eyes always haunted Holly in her dreams. They were always so intense and full of emotions. Making love to each other always felt like it was symphony, a beautiful symphony that only they know. And just like before, it felt like home.

They made love to each other all night, neither willing to stop or let go. Each time they reach their peak, their desire to reach another peak takes over. They craved each other's body and though both have other lovers before, they cannot deny that only they can take each other to greater heights.

Both were exhausted and spent the morning after. Holly couldn't help but just watch Gail sleep. Tears came down her face because as she felt both happiness and sadness. Gail doesn't know how, but even with her eyes close, she can always read Holly.

"Baby what's wrong? Did I do something wrong?" Gail asked with panic in her voice.

"No you didn't Gail. I just remembered Jen and…"

"It's okay Holly, to feel guilty, I understand."

"I don't feel guilty Gail. I won't ever feel guilty about making love to you. I just remembered what Jen said to me before. Jen always knew that there was a part of me that she couldn't reach. That part of me that belonged only to you. She told me that it was okay if I never loved her as much as she loved me. Jen insisted we get married because she wanted to make sure that legally, everything goes to me and Maya without having to involve the court. Jen didn't have any family, she only had me and Maya. I'm crying because that space that I have kept hidden is finally open and being with you, I just feel so happy." Holly said

Gail sat up and put both her hands on Holly's face and pulled her in for a deep kiss.

"I am so in love with you Holly. And I never thought I would ever see you again. I never thought I would make love to you again. I have always belonged to you. That moment when I surrendered by body to you five years ago, it only belonged to you. And not only my body but my heart too. I never could love anybody after that. I love you Holly. I really, really love you and Maya. And I don't want to be anywhere else but here with you and that beautiful girl of yours."

"I love you too Gail. And I know Maya loves you." Holly said and kissed softly on the lips.

They laid there in each other's arms. Holly then heard Gail giggle.

"What? What are you smiling about?" Holly asked.

"I was just thinking about Maya. Did you know that I tried to adopt a child last year?"

"No you never mentioned it."

"I did. Her name is Sophie. Her father shot her brother and her Mom and then himself. Luckily for Sophie she was at school. She came home and found her whole family dead. I was given the case. Sophie and I bonded and she didn't have anybody. So I decided to adopt her but you know, being single and my work hours, I didn't have much of a chance. So when a family came along that wanted to adopt her, I decided to drop the adoption." Gail recalled sadly.

"Oh I am so sorry, honey. You would make a great mother. You are so great with Maya. I love children."

"Do you want still want to have children someday?" Holly asked curiously.

"Well, I know Maya isn't mine but you know, we us being together and all, I will be raising her also, that is if you will have me. Do I want one besides Maya, well, it is all up to you baby. I only want to have kids with you."

"Well, I am open to the possibility. I mean, it's still early but we'll cross that bridge. So you never wanted to have a child with that woman you said you were seeing for like a year?"

"Claire? Oh no. I mean she was great but like I told you, she wasn't the one I wanted to spend the rest of my life with."

"Tell me about her, Gail."

"Claire is a lawyer. She is our DA. Claire Carter. Have you met her?"

"I'm not sure I have."

"She's great like I said. She wanted me to move in with her after six months but I turned her down. I couldn't do it. Then I ended it because I could feel that she was hurting by me not wanting to make a commitment. I was honest with her from the start and I tried, I really tried but I just couldn't give her what she wanted. You stole my heart Lunchbox. You have held it since that day at a crime scene. And I don't want anyone else to have my heart but you. You have it as long as you want it. I'm yours Lunchbox.'

"And I am your too, Detective."

They made love again and fell asleep after, satiated, content in each other's arms.

Author's Note: I am going to try and see if i can update one more chapter before I leave for a month long vacation on Friday. If not, an update won't be until after a month or so.