AN: Honest confession I think I messed up the timeline LOL. Anyways just for clarity they've been dating for 8 months now and they're in late July. Yea makes no sense but just go with it for my sake lol. Thanks for the review guys, I love reading them so please keep writing them.
6 weeks later.
"Good morning Olivia. Do you have a minute?" Ethan asked making his way into her small office space.
Olivia looked up from her MacBook to greet him, "hey good morning. Yes I can spare you a whole 60 seconds" she teased - it's been 2 months since she's working at O Magazine and she'd built small friendships with her coworkers. On Fridays they would normally go out and have a few drinks at a local bar before heading home. Fitz was happy for her that she'd found some new friends down in LA. One time he'd met her up at the bar to meet them and for the most part everyone loved him. Most of the people that work with her are used to celebrities so they were very calm about meeting him. Ethan even remembered one time working with him. Olivia eyes widen from the words that were spilling out of Ethan's mouth.
"You heard me correct Olivia. How would you like to be Bruno Mars' personal photographer for 6 weeks when he goes on tour in the next two months?
Olivia opened her mouth and closed it again. This would be an awesome boost for her career having being his personal photographer. All of her photos would be credited to her and her name would be out there. That would be the right step for her finally opening her own photography shop. She couldn't pass up on this opportunity.
Ethan continued to speak as Olivia daydreamed of the possibility.
"So the magazine would cover your travels and stay. You'll be paid handsomely for this trip. We'll give you a stipend since you'll be working for both of us but most of your money will be coming from Bruno. We need up close exclusive shots that will be used only in our magazine. So this is a very important job to do. Don't think you're just following him around taking pictures. These pictures are going to sell, people will want to see a glimpse of his life on tour and it'll be your job to show it glamorously. So. Are. You. Ready. For. A. Job. Like. This?" He asked with a snap of his fingers.
Without hesitating Olivia nodded her head vigorously. "Yes yes yes!" She was so excited and she couldn't wait to tell Fi... "Crap" she muttered underneath her breath. She remembered the huge fight she'd had with Fitz over Bruno. She groaned inwardly hoping that they won't have to relive such a fight.
"Is everything ok? You sure this won't be a problem? I could go but I'm willing to give you this chance. It's your opportunity to make your name, Olivia. "
Olivia smiled at him, "I truly appreciate this Ethan and I won't let you down. I'm more than able to do the job" she spoke confidently. She'll deal with Fitz later.
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Fitz was having a good morning at the studio. Derrick his lead guitarist was strumming chords together trying to create an appropriate beat for his new song. He was a little tired as he and Olivia had flown back from Seattle the previous night. She'd talked about visiting Abby and they'd finally made their way out there. He was introduced to her boyfriend Stephen and the two had hit it off. It felt different for him going to Seattle with Liv. He'd remember the times when he'd flown by himself to visit her. He loved how much time has changed and he was more than ready to make the next step. They've been together for close to 8 months and he meant what he wished six weeks ago at his birthday party. Mrs. Grant sounded really good, he thought with a smile on his face. Everyone was sitting in the blue writing room either working or relaxing.
"So when are you going to make an honest woman out of Olivia?" Sean asked sitting in the couch across from him sipping on some coffee.
Everyone turned to look at him including Leah.
Fitz smiled, "been thinking about this a lot lately. So hopefully soon" as soon as he spoke Leah snorted her nose. Everyone looked at her and she begun coughing to conceal it.
Sean looked away from her placing his attention back on Fitz. He always could've told that Leah had some sort of felling for Fitz. "That's good to hear. She's a really nice young woman and you'd be a fool to let her go."
"Because if you do I'll be sure to snatch her" Derrick joked and everyone laughed.
Fitz shook his head while he spoke, "of all the mistakes I've made in my life - letting her go will never be one of them."
"That's good to hear son." Sean patted his shoulder as he made his way out of the room.
Everyone continued to do what they were doing and before long Leah started speaking.
"So Fitz I've never seen you as the type to date" she tilted her head trying to hint at him what she's trying to say without saying it.
"The type to date what Leah?" He asked seriously because he already knew what she was hinting at and his anger was already boiling up.
She twirled her hair and giggled, "You know a black woman. Just never thought you were down for that. "
Fitz sat and stared at her for a very long time afraid of what may come out of his mouth should he open it. He finally saw how toxic Leah is and it was time for him to put a stop to her in front of everyone.
"That was one of the most racist thing I've personally heard. I don't know what your goal in saying that was but I want you to hear me loud and clear. When it comes to my relationship and ESPECIALLY when it comes to my girlfriend Olivia you keep your fucking mouth close! You need to start walking on thin ice around me because you're replaceable! Very replaceable! I don't need you here and I would fire you right now! But I won't because just as I've giving second chances I'll extend the same to you. But the next time you want to talk about my girlfriend's race or any other thing you'll be out the fucking door! And yes Olivia is a black woman you know what else she is? Beautiful, smart, sensual, kind, loving, sexy very sexy, formidable, genuine, strong, funny and I could go on forever. Her being black will never add to or take away my love for her. And just as an FYI I love her very smooth mocha skin. So let this be your warning in front of your coworkers to stay the fuck in your own lane!" With that he got out of his seat and went to his office slamming the door shut behind him.
Derrick was the first one to break the tense room. "Wow Leah this is the 21st fucking century. There's really no room for small minded people. I'm sorry but you need to cut that shit out because no one likes closeted racist."
The room went silent and Leah felt like a total ass. She was so humiliated by it all that she stood up in haste and said, "I quit! I refuse to be spoken down to" she rushed out of the room grabbed her handbag along with her violin. "You tell your fucking boss to pay me for my time and send the remaining of my stuffs in the mail" she puffed her chest out and walked out the door with her head held high with pigheaded pride and stubbornness.
Before anyone could've gotten up Derrick stood. "I got this" he reassured everyone before making his way to Fitz's office. He knocked on the door and waited for him to let him inside.
Derrick was a tall handsome 26 years old man. He was a product of an interracial couple and he knew all about people being prejudice because of their skin color. He took a seat facing Fitz watching him twirl a replica of a Ferris wheel in his hands.
"She quit" he watched as Fitz raised one of his eyebrows questionably "Leah" he answered. "She stormed out after you left."
Fitz was relieved that she did, he should've fired her because she overstepped her boundaries too many times. But she'd just made his work easier by quitting. "Good" he acknowledged while continuing to stare at his birthday gift. He found that every time he needed to think he would stare at his present and it would always center him. It made him remember to live his life to the fullest. One life to live and he was determined to live it right.
"Not everyone is like that you know?"
"I know Derrick but it's sad to think that one day when Liv and I have kids that some racist teacher or someone else would tell them something hurtful." Fitz sigh can't even bare to think about his Livvie or their future children having to live in a world with such people. It made his skin crawled.
"Trust me I grew up with firsthand experience. But you know what makes it all better? I have two loving parents that love me and tell me it's good to be unique. Nothing wrong with caramel complexion and blue eyes" he chuckled. "But seriously Fitz the world is still not 100% better but we've come a little way. You may not be able to protect them all the time but you're able to love on them 24/7." Derrick added sincerely.
"Since when did you stop being a ladies man and have turned into a great philanthropist?" Fitz teased him.
"Hey come on I'm sort of a one woman's man. Sorta" he grimaced.
Fitz shook his head. "Monogamy is a good thing you know. You should try it some time."
"HA!" Derrick laughed at his statement.
"Anyway thanks for the talk man. Now we have to look for a new violinist. You know anyone?"
The two continued to discuss any prospective violinist that they could hire as part of their band. It's going to take lots of work to field through the prospective candidates but it was much welcomed over a bitter Leah.
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Olivia had only heard from Fitz at lunch time. The day went by fast as they had a shoot for some household decorations. They'd visited some model design apartments to capture pictures of the household decor for their September issue magazine. It was coming close to 5 and she wanted to know what Fitz wanted to do for the evening. As of late she was craving some Mexican food and she could literally eat a burrito from an authentic Mexican restaurant.
Liv: Babe I'm craving Mexican tonight. Let's go out please! *pouty lips*
Fitz: Mmmm I could kiss those pouty lips. Sure we can do so. Where do you want to go?
Liv: Promise I'll give you a smooch later. ;). Fiesta Azteca heard it's pretty good there.
Fitz: I'll hold you to that promise but I may want more than a smooch. Think you could give a brother more? Fiesta Azteca sounds good.
Liv: Haha brother? Ummm who fooled you?
Fitz: You wound me you know. The ladies call me a "soul brotha" :)
Liv: Fitz stop it! You have me LOL-ing the office. And please tell these ladies your name is Fitzgerald or III Legend for them. Ok!?
Fitz: Oooooo I like it when you get possessive. BTW you haven't even answered my question I've been asking you for weeks now.
She already knew what he was talking about but decided to play a game with him.
Liv: What question is that misterrr?
Fitz: You already know and since you want me to spell it out I will. You + Me + chair = dancing for me.
Olivia threw her head back and laughed. She could just imagine his smug face when he sent her that text. Since the night of his birthday lap dance he'd wanted more. She'd told him it's only for special occasions.
Liv: Is today a special occasion sir?
Fitz: What does that have to do with anything?
Liv: Everything because you'll probably get tired of my best moves fast. Besides if you dance for me I'll dance for you. ;)
Fitz: 1. I'll never get fed up of my sexy muy sexy girlfriend and 2. I'll dance for you anytime any place. But I don't think you'll be ready for this.
Olivia fanned herself envisioning Fitz doing a striptease for her.
Liv: Woooo I'm already feeling the heat babe. This needs to happen. I'll have to stop at the bank and get 100 ones.
Fitz: You wound me again, Livvie. Am I only worth a $100?
Liv: Lol as much as I would like to go over your stripping fee I need to get out of the office. Will see you at the home in 15?"
Fitz: See you soon babe. I'm already home. Love you!
Liv: Love you too!
xxxx
Olivia made it home in less than 15 minutes. She delivered her personal smooch to Fitz before heading to their room for a shower and to get dress. She wore blue denim jeans with a white chambray shirt and nude wooden heel sandals. Her hair was back in Marley twists and she made a bun out of it. Fitz looked sharp in his grey jeans black shirt and black military boots. The two walked hand in hands into Fitz's Mercedes Benz. They made small talks all the way to the restaurant and just like before they held hands as they made their way into the establishment.
Fiesta Azteca is one of those hidden gems that don't look so appealing on the outside but once on the inside it was transformed beautifully. They enjoyed a wonderful meal with lots of laughter. They relived their weekend trip with Abby and Stephen. Olivia was happy to see him reach out to Stephen and the two seemed to bonded. They'd even exchanged each other's phone numbers and the two were pretty much inseparable which Abby and Olivia didn't mind. With the two of them hanging out with each other often made more time for their girls time.
Olivia laughed as Fitz told her about his trip to the grocery store for barbecue meat that they were grilling the Sunday at Abby's place before returning to LA. He was with Stephen when he'd dared him to talk with a Scottish accent since Stephen was born in Scotland and still spoke that way.
"It was a disaster babe. The cashier looked at me as if I was crazy" he added laughing.
"You guys are so silly. I should've been there to witness it. "
"You should've" he agreed.
They continued to laugh and joke with each other for a few more minutes before taking the tab and ordering a few treats to go. They made their way home by 9.
xxxx
Lying on the couch Olivia rested her body between Fitz's legs resting her head on his chest half watching TV. She listened to his heartbeat beating in the same rhythm as hers. She smiled at how in sync they are, she hoped that what she was about to say would land on understanding ears.
"Fitz?"
"Yes Livvie" he answered softly rubbing his finger on her parted scalp.
"There's sort of this really big gig at work and they asked me to do it."
"Ok go on" he added encouragingly.
"It's going to be in Europe for six weeks. Starting from September 7th to October 12th" she spoke in spite of feeling his tensed body beneath her.
"And you want to go?"
"Yes I think it would be a great opportunity for me and my career being Bruno M-"
Fitz interrupted her, "Wait. What? Who?" he sits up quickly while she took up new residence on his lap.
She turned her face to face him before she makes her case. "It would be for Bruno Mars fall concert. I would be his personal photographer. Before you get upset please hear me out. I don't want us to have a nasty fight over him again. This would really help my career Fitz. You know how much I want to open my own photography shop and in order for me to do that people needs to know who I am in the photography business. Please understand that I'm only doing this for my career babe."
Fitz looked into her pleading eyes and he knew as much as he didn't like the idea he had to support her dreams. "I don't like you working for him but I'll support you" he added softly.
She smiled and kissed him frantically, "thank you babe thank you thank you" she muttered in between kisses.
"Now tell me everything about this trip. From where you're staying, to everything else."
Olivia was ecstatic and she relayed all the information she'd received from Ethan. And finally she added nervously, "six weeks is a long time to stay away from you and I was hoping that you'll come stay with me for at least half of the time or not?"
Fitz watched her nervously twirling her shirt. He kissed her forehead, "of course Livvie. Being next to you is where I belong."
"Hmmm sweet talks will get you everywhere" she smiled standing to her feet. "If I recall correctly someone wanted more than a smooch so now is your time to get it" she said while slowly unbuttoning her shirt showcasing smooth full breast against silk cups. As she watched him rise to his feet she ran towards the stairs making quick escape to their room.
With a guttural growl Fitz took off after her, "I'll get you!"
Not long after he catch her and pinned her under him on the king size bide. They made quick works of their clothing before giving into their fleshly desires. Olivia screamed out his name at the top of her lungs when she felt her orgasm hit her. Each time with Fitz was better than last. He took care of her needs always leaving her satisfied and begging for more.
They laid in each other's arms as she admires the bite marks on his shoulders and neck. She circled it and was proud of her marks. That'll show Leah that he belonged to her, she thought. This was a weird thought since she doesn't make it a habit to dwell on anything that concerns her.
"How's the studio? "She asked curiously.
"Oh everyone is good. And you wouldn't believe what happened today. "
Now she was more than curious, "what happened?"
"Leah quit" Fitz said like it wasn't a big deal because to him it wasn't.
"Really? Why?" Not that she cared because the news actually made her happy.
"Well it all started.." And he told her their little encounter they'd had minutes before she decided to quit.
"That little bitch. Ughhh. Next time I see her I'll slap her across the face."
That made Fitz chuckled, "no need to get violent babe. She's not worthy of your touch even if it's in the form of a slap."
Olivia laughed, "not going to lie this is kind of good news for me" she admitted honestly.
"Baby you don't have to worry about that. Because. You're. The. Only. Woman. I. Want. No. Need." he spoke each word slowly as he rub the curve of her back ending up with a palm full of her ass. He squeezed it gently eliciting a moan from her. Her flipped her over on her back and spread her tantalizing legs apart revealing her treasure. He made his way to her core worshipping her sweet body until he could feel the overflow of her sweet nectar. The remaining of the night was spent with slow lovemaking as the two whispered sweet nothings to each other. As they reached their peak the moans and screams got louder.
Olivia lay spent in his arms as her breathing slowly comes back to her.
"I love you so much' she breathes.
"I love you very much too" he replied placing a soft kiss to her cheeks and wrapping his arms tighter around her.
AN: Awwww that's all I have. Let me know what you think. Tell me what you thought of Fitz reading Leah's ass. How you guys feel about Liv working with Bruno? I personally enjoyed writing this chapter :) Until next time, XO!