Title: Someone Like You

A/N: Hello ladies! Thanks bunches for all the great reviews on the previous chapter. My apologies for the time between updates, but luckily I had time to tweak this chapter today. There's only one more chapter left after this one, which is kind of sad to me. I've grown to love these two :D So, for all your great support, here's a little Tim and Julie love for you ladies - Enjoy!!!

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Thunder rumbles in the distance as Tim works leisurely under the hood of his truck, tinkering around with different parts and pieces, oblivious to the darkening skies above him.

He had parked his truck back in the far corner of the apartment parking lot, hoping to have some semi-privacy as he messed around under the hood.

There was something utterly relaxing about working on his truck. It was the best time to block everything out and concentrate on what he was doing.

It also gave him a sense of being in control. He was damn good at fixing vehicles, and he felt totally at ease and confident under the hood.

But telling Julie that he loved her was a whole other story.

Tim had thought about it over and over, pondering different ways to tell her. He had even called Jason to get his advice.

After Jason laughed for a good two or three minutes, he had managed to get it together enough to give Tim a few pointers.

First and foremost, Jason had said that it didn't matter where or when Tim said the words, because Julie wasn't going to care about any of that.

Tim had argued, saying that it had to be special. Jason had quickly responded with a ten minute lecture on how just saying the words were special enough. About two minutes into the lecture, Tim had zoned out, instead thinking up ideas of his own.

Tim had finally decided on a nice dinner and then a romantic walk down by the river. He had made reservations for the evening at one of the more high-class restaurants in Austin. After that he planned on the two of them moseying on down to the riverside, where he'd say the words and hope to God that Julie says them back.

"Or at least doesn't laugh in my face." He mutters quietly to himself, glancing at his watch to see that he has a little over an hour before he has to pick Julie up from her dorm.

Plenty of time to check that head gasket that had been making funny noises. And plenty of time to get even more nervous than he already was.

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As Julie slowly drives toward Tim's apartment, she can't help but wonder what he's up to.

It had started earlier in the week with Liza asking if she and Tim wanted to come hiking with her and Josh on Saturday since the team didn't have a game this weekend. Tim had quickly said no, saying that he and Julie had plans.

When Julie asked what the plans were Tim had been secretive, as he'd continued to be for the rest of the week.

All Julie knew was that she was supposed to wear something nice. Tim had said that he would pick her up at her dorm, but after sitting inside by herself all day she had been desperate to get out.

After getting dressed in something 'nice' – a sleeveless black dress that showed off her toned legs and accentuated her curves – she had decided to head over to Tim's early. She was tired of being by herself.

As she pulls up to his apartment she looks around, not seeing his truck at first, but finally spotting it on the opposite end of the parking lot.

She grins as she also spots Tim leaning under the hood, the sight of faded denim covering his world-class butt almost enough to make her miss an open parking space.

Julie pulls her car into the open spot directly in front of his apartment, quickly stepping out of the car and heading toward Tim.

As she slowly makes her way toward him, she can't help but smile. Even all sweaty and greasy, the man was beyond gorgeous. She still felt like she needed to pinch herself sometimes to remind herself that she was dating Tim Riggins.

As she draws closer to him, she lets out an admiring whistle, grinning as Tim leans up from under the hood and meets her gaze.

"Wow." He mutters, giving her a slow once over as he takes in all the exposed skin and the tight-fitting dress. "Damn, Jules."

Julie grins, coming to a stop in front of him. "You like?" She asks playfully.

"Damn right." He says with a sexy smirk, leaning in to give her a kiss, paying careful attention not to touch her and get her dirty.

"You look pretty good yourself, even all greasy." She says with a little laugh. "What are you doin' parked all the way down here. I almost didn't see you."

Tim shrugs. "I pulled down here get a little privacy. All the people comin' in and out of the apartment are always wanting to stop and chat."

"By 'people' you mean the ladies." Julie says dryly, tilting her head to the side.

"Pretty much." Tim says with a smirk, wiping his hands off on his jeans. "What are you doin' here anyway? I was supposed to pick you up."

"I know, but Liza's been gone all day hiking with Josh and I was gettin' cabin fever. Really just bored out of my mind. So, I got ready a little early and decided I'd just ride over here to see you."

"Admit it, Taylor. You just can't stay away." He says confidently, giving her a grin.

Julie rolls her eyes. "Uh-huh. You keep tellin' yourself that if it makes you feel better, Tim."

Tim laughs, turning back to the truck. "Just let me screw this back on, and I'll grab a shower and then we can go."

"Go where?"

"You'll see." He responds, giving her a wink.

She shakes her head slightly, jumping as a loud clap of thunder startles her.

"Uh, we better hurry. I think it's about to storm." She says looking up at the quickly darkening sky.

"Just a sec." Tim mutters.

A few seconds later Julie feels a raindrop on her arm. She holds out her hand, and feels several more. She looks up in the air and shrieks as the sky opens up and a hard rain begins to fall.

"Tim!"

"Shit." He mutters, quickly adjusting the final part and slamming the hood as the rain continues to fall. "Come on."

Tim takes her hand, starting to jog toward his apartment building, pulling her along behind him. "Move it, Taylor."

"Excuse me, but I'm wearing heels, Tim. It's kind of hard to run in heels." She yells above the thunder, looking at him briefly to see a smirk on his face.

"I would throw you over my shoulder, but I don't want to get you dirty."

"Maybe better dirty than soaked." She mutters.

They finally reach the steps to his apartment, quickly climbing them and arriving at his door. Tim opens the door as they both fall into the apartment, Julie a little out of breath from the sprint across the parking lot.

"Well, that was fun." She says dryly.

He grins, looking at her as she stands there soaking wet, her hair plastered to her head and her dress clinging to her body.

"Come on." He says, taking her hand and leading her back to his room. "Take your dress off and we'll throw it in the dryer. Can we do that?"

"Uh, yeah, it probably wouldn't hurt it." She says. "You wanna give me a shirt or something to wear 'til it's done?"

Tim nods, grabbing an old t-shirt out of his drawer and turning back to her. "I'll grab a shower while you're waitin' on your dress to dry."

"Okay. Unzip me first." Julie says softly, turning her back to him.

She shivers as she feels Tim's hands lightly on the skin of her back, his long fingers slowly pulling the zipper down.

"Thanks." She says, slipping the dress off and turning toward Tim.

"Jesus." Tim whispers, gazing at Julie with a heated look in his eye as he takes in her lacy black underwear and bra.

Julie blushes, stepping forward to try and grab the old shirt from Tim's hands, chuckling as he holds it out of her reach.

"Tim, come on. Give me the shirt." She whines playfully.

Tim shakes his head, his eyes still glued to her body. "I don't think so, Jules. It'd be a shame to cover all that beauty up." He says quietly, his eyes finally meeting hers as he leans down to capture her lips with his own.

Julie shivers from the heat of his kiss, wrapping her arms around his neck and running her fingers over his wet hair. Tim groans as he pulls her petite body flush against his own, deepening the kiss before shuffling toward the bed and pulling Julie down with him.

"You've got on too many clothes." Julie breathes, making quick work of his shirt before unsnapping his jeans.

"Funny. I was thinkin' the same about you." Tim smirks, unsnapping her bra and throwing it on the floor, quickly following with her underwear.

After all the clothing is resting on the floor, their lips meet once again in a hot, wet kiss. They are a tangle of arms and legs as they move against one another, their rain-dampened bodies rubbing together slowly.

Julie whimpers as Tim's mouth trails down her neck, dropping kisses on her shoulder, her collarbone, and her breasts. The sensations from his mouth causing her to cry out, as she frantically tries to pull him closer.

She whispers his name, pulling his mouth up to hers, telling him without words that she needs him now and not a second later. After quickly grabbing protection, Tim slides into her slowly, causing Julie to moan loudly.

To quiet her soft moans and muffle his own groans, Tim kisses her mouth deeply as they begin a familiar rhythm, their bodies moving against one another, seeking relief.

In no time at all, Julie feels her muscles tightening as the pleasure builds. She digs her fingertips into Tim's shoulders as she cries out with her release. The sweet sounds coming from her mouth and the feel of her hot body beneath his soon sends Tim over the edge as well as he groans with his own release.

As Tim collapses on top of her, Julie breathes deeply, overcome with so many emotions. She and Tim had had sex numerous times, but none had ever been that hot, that intense, that meaningful. There had been no words – just their mouths and their bodies loving one another.

Tim groans as he slowly leans up, disposing of the condom before lying back down and gathering her boneless body in his arms, cradling her against his chest as she sighs softly, smiling like a woman completely satisfied.

They lay in silence for several moments, Tim running his fingers through her damp hair as Julie makes little heart designs on Tim's chest with her fingertips.

Overcome with emotion, Julie decides to take the plunge and say the words that she's been feeling for weeks, but has been too scared to say.

"I love you." She says softly, not meeting his gaze as she continues tracing hearts on his solid chest.

"What?" He asks, the question rumbling in his chest beneath her cheek.

Julie leans up, meeting his gaze. "I love you."

Tim smiles slowly, shaking his head slightly. "Damn it, Jules."

"Well…" Julie says slowly. "Not the response I was hopin' for." She says, biting her lip.

"No. I didn't mean it like that." Tim says quickly, placing his hand on the back of her neck and pulling her face closer to his. "I just, I had this whole plan for tonight – a romantic dinner at a swanky restaurant and then a stroll down by the river. That's where I was gonna tell you that I love you. I had it all planned out."

"That was your surprise?"

"Yeah."

"Tim, that's so sweet." She whispers, feeling the tears come to her eyes. "But I don't need all of that."

"Yeah, that's what Six said." He says with a smirk.

"You asked Jason?"

Tim nods, squeezing her neck lightly. "Yeah."

"Well, he's a pretty smart guy. As sweet as all your plans are, you just need to say the words. That's all I need."

Tim nods again, giving her a smile.

"So say them." Julie says quickly, biting her lip.

"I love you." Tim says softly, his eyes gazing into hers. "I really do, Jules."

"I love you too." She replies, leaning down to brush her lips across his sweetly. "Just remember who said it first." She says with a chuckle.

Tim laughs, rolling over on top of her as he proceeds to show her with his words and his actions just how much he does love her.

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