Eight months later
Bo warmed up the car early, making sure all the snow was melted off the hood and windows before putting it in drive. She removed a glove, pulled a wrinkled piece of paper from her coat pocket and double checked her "to do" list. Food in fridge for Kenzi – check. Full tank of gas – check. Clothes – check. Lauren's Christmas gift – check. She tapped her inside coat pocket to make sure the box was still there. After using the windshield wipers a few more times to clear the window, she started on her way to Lauren's.
It didn't take long to get Lauren's bag loaded in the car. Once buckled in, Lauren leaned over to greet Bo with the kiss they didn't have at the front door just moments earlier. The warmth of her tongue in Bo's mouth contrasted with the chill of her cold nose. Bo didn't mind one bit; those lips were still her addiction. Bo started the car once more and the two set off on their holiday vacation.
The last eight months had been nothing short of wonderful. After they returned from their Utah to Toronto drive, Bo went back to working at the bar and Lauren went back to her rotation at the hospital. Lauren spoke with her boss about her fear of flying and the history of her father's death. She made it very clear that there would be no additional forced trips involved with her employment at that hospital, or she would quit and take her patients with her when she opened her own private practice. She even requested a lighter work load while she took care of some personal matters, which involved her therapy to heal from the past. Her boss granted all requests and never mentioned it again.
Bo, on the other hand, dove into extra shifts at the bar and even started shadowing her grandfather as he worked through the financial records and paperwork associated with running the establishment. They had recently started talks about transferring the ownership into Bo's name, and she felt overjoyed at her hard work paying off. Bo had even hired on Kenzi for part time shifts to cover all the booze she drank. Bo worked with the kitchen staff to update the menu and breathe a bit of new life into the Dal. She was gradually making it her own.
Bo and Lauren moved forward in their relationship and never looked back. At first, their work schedules were not in sync whatsoever, but even on those days when they didn't think they would have time to connect, Bo still found some way to see her even if just for a quick kiss in the hospital hallway. Just as before, but now she didn't need to make up a lame excuse. Lauren's personal exploration at therapy really aided her healing process, and Bo lavished her with support always. To show her investment in Lauren's love, Bo shared her fears about inadequacy with never having enough money or status to warrant her love and a long term relationship. Lauren broke those notions down quickly. All their time spent learning more about each only aided in strengthening their bond.
In early November, Bo finally asked Lauren to go on that date with her to Niagara Falls. Even though it was cold and snowy, the wineries would still be open and they could spend a lovely holiday break together, just the two of them, nestled in a bed and breakfast for their first holiday together as a couple. Lauren accepted, of course.
They were now en route to their holiday getaway, and the drive took less than an hour even with the light snow fall. Bo had made all the arrangements, so Lauren wasn't quite sure what to expect for the trip other than time away with the woman she loved.
The cottage Bo rented was an adorable, quaint space in a village named Niagara on the Lake. It weathered some marks of age on the exterior but presented several modern amenities inside. Lauren held their bags while Bo tried the lock with the key the owners had mailed to her. The door opened right up. Bo took the bags from Lauren and carried them inside as Lauren followed behind and closed the door. They entered into a small kitchen aglow in dim lighting from a small corner lamp on the counter top. Bo instantly scanned the room. It looked just like the pictures. Appliances lining the wall; a butcher block table in the middle of the room and a few bar stools pushed under it. Nothing too fancy: just a basic, cozy cottage for two. Three of the kitchen walls were exposed brick, adding quite a bit of charm to the rustic room. She saw the bottle of wine on the table and a note propped up against it. With her back to Lauren, she hid the smile that she couldn't contain. Bo carried the bags through an archway into a living room.
"Lauren, there's a note on the table in there. Would you mind reading it?"
"Sure hon," she replied from the kitchen.
Bo placed the bags on a sofa and walked back to the archway. She leaned against the wall as she watched Lauren pick up the note, flip it open and read:
Lauren, I'm the luckiest girl in the world to share this holiday trip with you. I couldn't imagine it any other way. Love, Bo
Lauren placed her hand over her heart and smiled at Bo, who was smiling in return. She planned this note with the owner of the cottage, and she was thrilled to see he followed her instructions perfectly.
"Oh Bo, that is so sweet." Lauren moved over to Bo and wrapped her arms around her. "I love you so much." Their embrace included several kisses, brushed fingertips over faces and loving caresses. "I love you too Dr. Lewis. So that's not the only surprise I have for you."
"Oh, no?" Lauren questioned.
"We can put our stuff away when we get back if that's okay with you, because we actually have dinner reservations in about thirty minutes, and it will take us about ten to drive there. So if you want to freshen up before we leave, now is the time. Then afterwards, we can come back here, explore the nooks and crannies of our little abode, and open that bottle of wine." Bo ran her hands up Lauren's back under her winter coat, already imagining their night once they returned here later that evening.
"Sounds lovely. Give me a few minutes and I'll be ready." Lauren disappeared upstairs to reapply her lip gloss and moments later, Bo drove them the short distance to dinner: a private dining experience just for two at a small winery. Lauren's excitement was evident on her face when they pulled into a parking space. Bo didn't give her any hints, even when Lauren tried to verbally seduce it out of her.
Once inside, they were greeted and led to a room in the corner of the winery. The windows spanned floor to ceiling and the view was of snow covered vineyards. There was a wood burning fireplace at the corner of the room, and a dining table set for two in front of it. A member of the staff offered to take their jackets, which Bo quickly declined, explaining that she preferred to keep it nearby in case she got a chill. Once seated, the women marveled at the brilliant views of the vineyards as the sun was setting. Small snowflakes were trickling down from the sky and the sun rays reflection made them sparkle. The fireplace by their table was a nice touch – even Bo didn't recall seeing that on their website.
Bo had spoken with the chef a week prior about the entire meal, so the food and wine was already pre-ordered. Bo chose Lauren's favorite foods, and the chef promised to make delectable versions of each one, complete with the perfect wine pairings.
Mid-way through the third course, Bo felt confident that she had planned the perfect night. She dared not try to remove the smile that crossed her face from the moment they arrived. "Bo, you have really outdone yourself. This whole evening is amazing." Lauren reiterated as she took the final bite of her roasted goose. She placed the fork on her plate and closed her eyes as she savored the flavors. Bo simply watched her facial expression as she ate; it was rather stimulating and Bo failed miserably at hiding her arousal. Her mouth was now hanging open, and her eyes scanned from Lauren's mouth down her v-neck sweater and lingered at the thought of her breasts underneath. Bo cleared her throat while waking from her catatonic stare. She sipped her wine while admiring the woman seated across from her.
"I am really glad you like this. I was hoping it would sweep you off your feet."
Lauren took a sip of her wine before reaching her hand across the table to capture Bo's. Their fingers intertwined beautifully.
"Bo, you already swept me off my feet. I'm head over heels in love with you." Lauren squeezed Bo's hand and Bo felt overcome with emotion. Here she sat, with the beautiful and brilliant doctor that allowed her to see into her soul and share her heart. It was overwhelming and breathtaking all at once. Her heart rate hastened and the moment was too perfect to let it slip by. During her trip planning, she thought of several possible scenarios for the weekend, this was one of them and now that she was here, with the love of her life, the atmosphere, the emotion and the moment solidified her next move.
Bo removed her hand from Lauren's, reached inside her coat pocket without disclosing its contents. She palmed the box as she stood from her chair and took one step closer to Lauren. She dropped to both knees, tears welling in her eyes and recaptured Lauren's hand in one of hers. Lauren held her breath for just a moment but it felt like eternity, watching Bo move to her as if she were floating on air.
"Lauren, you make me happier than anything I've ever known or even dreamed about. I want to give you that same happiness for as long as my heart beats and I breathe this air. I want you with me for this lifetime and many more." She opened the box and held up the ring to Lauren, who had tears streaming down her face. With a slightly nervous tone, she continued. "Lauren Lewis, will you marry me?" Lauren stared at the open box in Bo's hand, a glimmering diamond staring back at her. She shook her head "yes" before finding her voice and audibly saying it. Hearing her affirmation brought Bo to tears. She fumbled to remove the ring from the box and as she slid the ring on Lauren's finger, they cried and laughed and smiled, knowing they would have eternity with the other by her side. Lauren pulled Bo up to her feet and they sealed their engagement with a passionate kiss.
Bo threw the car in park and killed the ignition when they arrived back at their little cottage. Lauren kept looking at her ring, even in the darkness of night. They walked the short distance on the snowy sidewalk and returned to the warmth of their vacation cottage. Bo hung her coat on the back of the door and then took Lauren's to do the same. Lauren stepped behind Bo and wrapped her arms around her waist, flattening her palms and running them over her abdomen, up across her breasts and down her sides until they rested on her hips. Bo's nipples instantly hardened. "Mmmmm, Dr. Lewis, I've been waiting all day to feel your hands on me."
Lauren tugged at Bo's hips, turning her around. "I've been waiting all day to put my hands on you." Lauren moved her hands to Bo's shoulders, and Bo watched her glance over at the ring she now wore on her left hand. "It's beautiful, Bo. It's, well, it's stunning." She pulled Bo in for a kiss, their arms snuggly tightening around the other. Their lips melded together as they relished in each other's touch. After enjoying several minutes of heated kisses and roaming hands, Lauren pulled away, took Bo's hand and led her upstairs. They reached the foot of the bed when Lauren stopped moving forward and turned around to face Bo. Without words, Lauren drank in the brunette's eyes, prepared to devote the night to showing Bo the depth of her love. She slowly turned Bo around again and patiently unlaced the back of Bo's black top, sliding it over her head and tossing it over her shoulder. She ran her hands over Bo's strong shoulders and down her back before unhooking her bra clasp. Bo couldn't see Lauren behind her but that didn't stop her from savoring every touch. Lauren applied kisses to Bo's neck and shoulders, and ever so slowly, she slid Bo's bra straps down with her teeth. The gentle scrape of Lauren's teeth on Bo's shoulders sent shivers down her spine, and Bo couldn't control the mmmm's and ahhhh's escaping her lips. Once removed, the bra dropped to the floor and Lauren's hands slid gently over the exposed skin. Bo reached out to grab the cast iron bed frame to help maintain balance. Her eyes closed, taking in the sensations of Lauren's hands reaching every nerve fiber connected directly to her core. Hands touching skin soon palmed her breasts and squeezed them, eliciting a moan that came out like a whisper. Lauren removed her hands momentarily, and when Bo went to protest, Lauren simply told her to stand still. Bo waited patiently with Lauren but inches behind her. Bo heard her shuffling and then felt Lauren's naked flesh against her back. Lauren's breasts pushing into Bo as her hands once again wrapped around Bo's abdomen. Bo quickly turned around in her arms, bringing their nipples to brush against each other and sparks of chemistry flooded through both their bodies. Bo slid her hand through Lauren's blonde hair and pulled her into a fiery kiss. Lauren's hands slid down to Bo's ass, her tight pants still a barrier between them. In their slower moments of past love making, the arousal that they would build always had Bo break first. She never could hold out as long as Lauren and tonight she really was trying to keep at Lauren's pace. Bo was breathless from their heightened and ever-increased pace of kissing. "Oh Lauren, slow is incredibly sexy but I'm not sure I can stand much longer."
Lauren arched her brow and shifted her stance slightly. "Oh no? Well, you know I am a doctor, and my diagnosis is that you can stand for a little while longer. Let's test that theory, shall we?" Bo's eyes widened. Lauren's hands found the button to Bo's pants and with a few quick motions, had unbuttoned and unzipped them. She lowered herself to the floor, unzipping one of Bo's boots and then the other. Carefully pulling them off Bo's feet, she noticed Bo was still holding onto the bed frame with a white knuckle grip. With a little help from Bo's free hand, Lauren pulled Bo's pants off and tossed them aside. "No panties tonight?" Lauren stated more than questioned. Bo lacked the ability to formulate any response. Lauren stayed on her knees, trailing her tongue slowly up one thigh and over to the next, placing seductive kisses in trails all over her thighs and lower abdomen but skirting the edges of where Bo craved her most.. Lauren hovered but a moment before finally flattening her tongue against Bo's apex, immediately evoking Bo's vocal appreciation. Lauren felt Bo's legs bend slightly at the knees, so she quickly wrapped her arms around Bo's muscular thighs to help stabilize her while she drew Bo's wetness into her mouth. Her tongue licked the length of her most treasured place then circled Bo's clit causing Bo's hips to buck slightly for more contact. Bo could only handle teasing for so long before she would beg Lauren for release. As if signaling her desires, Bo's free hand found the back of Lauren's head and gently urged her closer. Lauren understood this signal, drawing Bo's clit into her mouth and sucking on it until Bo's orgasm crashed over her body, bringing hot liquid rushing to Lauren's mouth and chin. Lauren used all her strength to hold Bo in her standing position as she came, appreciative of the bed frame's assistance.
Bo's body was humming but was barely able to keep upright. Bo moved her hand from Lauren's hair to her cheek and guided Lauren up to a standing position. She wrapped one arm around her lover, not daring let go of the bed frame with the other. "Oh my Dr. Lewis, I guess your theory was accurate."
Lauren led Bo over to the bed, pushed her down with ease and crawled on top of her. Sitting upright with her knees positioned on either side of Bo's hips, she trailed her finger tips across Bo's skin. Lauren winked at Bo and dropped her voice with a hint of seduction. "Of course it was, Ms. Dennis. I am a doctor, after all. I should know these things." Bo smiled "Oh really? Is that how this works? The doctor is always right?" Bo asked. Lauren leaned over bringing her lips within an inch of Bo's and whispered, "I was right, wasn't I?"
Bo gripped Lauren's hips and flipped her over unexpectedly. Lauren let out a yelp and a giggle from the surprise move. With quicker movements and a burning desire building, Bo pulled off Lauren's shoes, unbuttoned her pants, and pulled them off unmercifully.
"Well I have a theory to test, and since you're the doctor, how about you tell me if I'm right. How does that sound?"
"Mmmmm, test away, my love," Lauren replied.
Bo tested her theory all night. She worshipped Lauren's body for hours, bringing her to peak multiple times. Lauren never imagined she could come that many times in one night. Their night of give and take, love and affection, and physical and emotion connections solidified their bond. The intensity of their love making almost brought Bo to tears on several occasions that night, but she always reconnected with Lauren visually to ground her back to the moment. Their glorious night turned to morning with their bodies spent, their hearts full, and their fingers entwined as they slept soundly curled up together. This was going to be the best holiday season, ever.
The End...?
I may write around part to this? Thoughts? Most likely rounding out their holiday, Lauren's holiday gift to Bo, and finally getting to fulfill Lauren's teacher/student fantasy? Thoughts? Interests? All comments welcome