He is Real

Chapter 45

Warnings: (Where'd that lemon chapter go?) gore, language

*Author's Note: I still can't find the lemon chapter! I know you all thought it might be there when you read the end of 43, but I can't find it! Seriously, on her list of chapters on quizilla, it isn't there! 43, to 45! Why?!

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The birds' songs could be heard outside the window, singing at a new morning, a new beautiful day. You stirred from your sleep, the light chimes of their voices ringing in your ears. But you smiled at the heavenly sound, breathing in deeply as you opened your eyes. Your lips formed into a wider grin, Leon's soft face in front of yours, his eyelids shut. His steady breathing was only slightly heard. You lifted your hand and brushed his hair away from his face, soothing down the messy hair that seemed to stick up. Memories of last night flooded your mind, it was a beautiful night.

A time shared with the love of your life. It was your first time, and it was romantic. So, there wasn't any candles, rose petals, and or soft music playing in the background, but those were just props, all you needed was one thing, Leon Scott Kennedy. His angelic face seemed to gleam in the rays of the sun that poured out of the windows curtains. The smile never slipped from your lips, your finger tips gently brushing across his skin. His nose seemed to twitch, his breathing becoming sharp. He rubbed his nose against your hand, slowly lifting his eyelids and starring back at you.

"Hi," you greeted, slightly tilting your head. Leon's hand came up and held yours to his cheek, smiling.

"Hey," he greeted back. His fingers began to stroke the back of your hand, soothingly. "You still look gorgeous in the morning."

His remark sent butterflies in your stomach. His charming smile, as if glowing, could take your breath away. "Thank you," you murmured, ceasing from smiling too widely. "You're handsome yourself," you complimented and he grinned.

"Oh, yeah?" he asked. You nodded and instantly he brought his fingers to your sides, tickling you. You burst out laughing, trying to hold away his wrists but you were far more then ticklish.

"L-Leon stop! Th-this is n-not fair!" you gasped out, continuing to laugh as he rolled on top of you, not ceasing his hands.

But before you knew it, he was kissing you. Your motive to stop him was done and you were lost in his sensual touch of his lips and tongue. Slowly, he parted from you, hovering his mouth over yours. You watched him, curious to see what he would do next.

"I think it's time we take a shower." Leon's voice was dark as he said this, his eyebrow quirked up and his lips curved seductively. You raised your eyebrows, a smile appearing on your lips. He took this as a yes, sliding off of you and to the floor, where he stood absolutely bare. You bit your bottom lip to give yourself some control. Oh, dear god, he has a hot body, you thought, and anyone who thought otherwise had to be stark raving mad. He brought his arms under your naked body and lifted you up quickly. You laughed lightly to yourself as he walked his way towards the washroom, kicking the door open and then closing it behind him.

Holding you tightly, he brought a hand to the knob of the door, locking it. Leon turned and made his way to the tub where he laid you to your feet. Bringing your hand to the knobs, you turned the hot water on while Leon grabbed the towels, placing them near the tub at an easy reach. The water rushed over you. Letting out a sigh of instant relief, you tilted your chin up as the water washed over your face and down the front of your body. Arms slid around your waist and the press of lips over your shoulders. You tilted your head to the side as Leon moved away your wet hair from your neck, pressing his lips against your skin. You silently chuckled and wrapped your arms behind you, around his neck. He pressed his cheek against yours.

"One more day," he whispered.

"It's kind of too bad, I'll miss it here...it was home to me," you replied, your hands sliding from their hold.

Leon turned you around, his hands cupping your face. "This mess will be over, soon you will be home."

"Without you..." It was intentional to let those words out, but to be honest, that's how you felt. Going back home, back to your apartment you would feel so much more alone then you have ever thought before. Leon's expression drew soft.

"I'm sorry I keep bringing it up, but the thought...it won't leave my mind." A sad smile curled on Leon's lips. He leaned in, pressing his lips against yours, pulling you into a tight embrace as water continued to pour down the two of you. If this kiss was to distract you, Leon was doing a good job at it. Your mind grew blank. But if Leon's kiss was distracting you, he couldn't do this every time you began talking about it, because soon, it was going to happen. You were going to get a ride back to Canada, back to life while Leon went back to America, back to his life. All you knew at the moment was this discussion was not finished.

"We have to start packing today," you remarked as you pulled on your white socks. Leon nodded his head; adjusting the belt on his pants. "I've already got some things packed. Are you going to pack up those guns from the gun shop?"

"Yeah, enough for all of us, one gun for each," Leon replied. "Are you packing up light?"

"Yep, I just need to pack up maybe some food in my backpack. I don't have too many things to work on. Jessica still has to pack and I don't know about Luis. I guess I'll just keep Emily company and make us some food while everyone else is busy."

Leon nodded his head as he sat on the bed, tying the laces on his shoes. "When I'm done with the guns, I'll come and help. I need to reload them and place them in this room so it's ready for us in the morning."

"How long do you think it will take to find Rivera in the forest?" you questioned, leaning back and hitting your back on the mattress.

"It depends where she's taking refuge. It's probably some abandon house."

"Or castle, they got some old castles here."

"Well, where ever she is, she most likely will expect us so we have to be ready."

"Common sense...but let's just hope she doesn't except us." You sat up and got to your feet. "I'll go wake up Emily and make breakfast to who ever is up to it. Are you going to have some?"

Leon shook his head. "I'll wait until lunch."

You nodded your head and walked to the door, closing it behind you as you stepped out. Immediately you covered your eyes from the blazing sun. You pinched your eyes shut, your sight stinging from the piercing light. Slowly you opened them, hovering your hand over your eyesight as you made your way down the road. Fast footsteps were heard in front of you and before you knew it your leg had been tackled and embraced.

"________! You're late!" Emily shouted.

You starred at her dumbfounded. You blinked a few times. "I am?"

She nodded her little head. "You always come to wake me up at nine o'clock, it's nine-thirty." Her eyebrows were furrowed in disappointment.

You smiled nervously. "I'm sorry Emily, I didn't have a watch and I over slept. I hope you're not mad, are you?" She shook her head and you smiled. "Good. C'mon, I'm going to start some breakfast."

Everyone had been busy running around, getting things ready while you stood unknowingly. You tried occupying yourself in cleaning activities of the restaurant. Not many came to eat breakfast. The boys were off doing their things while the girls ate. Jessica though didn't stay long; she was off once she was done. And it was pretty much the exact same with lunch. Leon had come to help, informing you that he was almost about finished. Luis and Jessica came to eat also, but they haven't eaten enough. You guessed that dinner would be when they eat their fill. But you made sure Emily ate a balanced meal, she needed to be healthy in order to travel the distances tomorrow, but, seeing as Emily is energetic and seems to never get tired, that shouldn't be a problem.

Considering you didn't have much to do, you decided it would have been logical to neatly pack your things. You kind of stuffed in it in angst, your mind racing over so many things. Knowing that Emily needed some clean clothes her self, you grabbed some of her folded clothing--anything she wanted picked out. Emily had seemed excited to go, probably what she thought was an adventure, but her naive attitude didn't help you consider the travels quite easy. Her idea of traveling was camping out under the stars and hiking through the woods, but she had no idea. No clue to what was held in those forests, what was waiting for them? Still, you kept on a smile; the last thing you wanted was to have her panic. The less she knew about the dangers the better.

With Emily's added luggage in your bag, it added much weight. You didn't care much though. You also thought of sharing Emily's clothes in Jessica's bag, unfortunately for you, she was holding food along with clothing. And Leon and Luis were holding on the weaponry so it had to be only you to hold the large bag. Leon had reloaded all the artillery and packed them into the room you both shared. After he had finished, he joined you with Emily, finding ways to keep the day going.

During dinner, Leon offered to cook. Surprised by his assistance, you granted his request. He had never told you he could cook; in fact he never at all mentioned it. You aided with the small detail, like cutting vegetables and setting up the table. Leon was cooking up some pasta with roasted, barbecued meat. Leon cooked it quickly due to the fact that everyone had been getting hungry, most on the lines of Jessica and Luis. They hadn't had a descent meal yet, eating too little and too quickly. This one is the night you all would have a descent meal. Emily especially had liked the food, eating as much as her little tummy could take. As for you, you weren't very hungry. Yes, the food was delicious, but your mind went through so many thoughts and most of the time you were in your own little world while the group waited for you to answer if they had asked a question. Again, you were thinking too much, more often then you had done in years. Maybe when you were on the line of impending doom, more possibilities seemed to show up.

That night, Luis thought it would be best for everyone to go to bed earlier other then staying awake like you have done the past days. You were leaving just when the sun would have fully risen tomorrow. Already exhausted of today, you didn't disagree. Jessica was tired of running around also, her feet throbbing and almost numb.

"Night you two," Jessica said with a yawn. "We'll see you tomorrow morning." Luis grabbed her hand, saluting before they were both off to their room.

You walked your way towards your door, Leon following close behind. You already had placed Emily to sleep, and once she hit the mattress, she was out like a light. She must have been tired from the amount of things she did with you today. Even her energy had a limit, no matter how much there was. Pongo though seemed a little reluctantly to sleep. He had been whining and yelping strangely while you were leaving the door. You had no idea why, he never acted this way before, but seeing as animals could act strangely at points you shrugged it off.

You entered the motel room, grabbing your bag and placing it near the door, also placing your TMP along with the rest of the armed weapons. You would have thought you were going to war with the large fire power Leon brought. Instantly you threw off your clothes, dressing up in your pajamas while Leon closed the door behind him. You slipped into bed as he began undressing, even taking off his pants for once. He got into bed with only his boxers, slipping in beside you.

"What? No pants? What's with the special occasion?" you just had to ask.

Leon grinned, saying, "I would have done it earlier if I knew you were comfortable with it."

You laughed lightly. "Oh Leon, trust me, I would have been." You sent him a playful wink before cuddling beside him, taking a deep breath and closing your eyes. "You'll have to wake me up tomorrow...I don't do well with early mornings."

"Don't worry; I know just what to do."

You opened your eyes, narrowing them. "I'm not even going to ask. Good night Leon."

"Good night," he whispered, wrapping his arms around you. You closed your eyes shut, relaxing your body as you fell into pure bliss.

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*Author's Note: I'm not sure what just happened here, it feels like we just skipped a whole chunk of the story.......