Disclaimer: Star Marriott is a completely fictitious character and resemblance to any person living or dead is completely coincidental. I do not own Chuck.
If you are continuing to read this story I hope it is because you are either enjoying it are find it somewhat entertaining. If it is only frustrating or annoying you, do yourself a favour and please stop reading. I find enough things in the real world annoying and frustrating without adding this story to the list.
Chapter 16 – The Auction
"Well everyone its time for the auction, we have an amazing fifty registered bidders for this first item. Now before we start accepting bids I want to introduce the prize and explain the conditions. The prize is an evening with Charles Bartowski, our guest speaker for this evening. The conditions are as follows; the winner will be responsible for arranging and paying for the evening. The evening will start at 7pm and finish at 12am, must include a meal and at least one dance and anything else is at Mr Bartowski's discretion" said Jeffrey.
Sarah's face went red and Star's smile went even bigger, Chuck gave Sarah's hand a tight squeeze then lightly rubbed her thigh in what was supposed to be a reassuring manner, but made Sarah forget all worries and concerns and closed her eyes. They came flooding back when Sarah opened her eyes and saw Star licking her lips suggestively.
"So let's get Charles up here, before we start the bidding" said Jeffrey.
Chuck walked up to stage.
"Ok everyone lets start the bidding, do I have $5,000?" asked Jeffrey.
A lady in the back put up a paddle with a number on it and Jeffrey acknowledged.
"Do we have $10,000?" asked Jeffrey.
"$50,000" said Star extended her arm with her paddle.
"Well well well, we now have $50,000, do we have $55,000?" asked Jeffrey.
A paddle with the number 29 from the back of the room went up, and Jeffrey acknowledged.
"Do we have $60,000?" asked Jeffrey
"$100,000" came from the other side of the room with the paddle 24 extended.
"Ok $100,000 dollars, do we have $105,000" asked Jeffrey.
Paddle 29 was extended and acknowledged.
"Do we have $110,000?" asked Jeffrey.
Star extended her paddle.
The auction continued for several more iterations, paddle 24 dropped out of the running, that paddle was owned by Amanda Hearst. Star and Paddle 29 held by Ivanka Trump remained.
"$175,000 going once, going twice, going three times and sold to Star Marriott" said Jeffrey.
A scream went up from the other side of the table from Sarah. Sarah wasn't handling this well at all, she decided it was time to go to the ladies.
Sarah's in front of the mirror and she heard of voice behind her.
"Hi, so you are with Charles Bartowski tonight?" the voice asked.
"Oh ah, yes I am with Charles" said Sarah.
"Ivanka Trump, how are you?" asked Ivanka.
"Sarah, I have been better" replied Sarah.
"Are you currently in a relationship with Charles or is it just the your first time together?" asked Ivanka.
"Well we are in a relationship. We were together over three years ago and now we are back together" said Sarah with a little smile.
"Oh I am sorry. I would never have been bidding on him if I knew. Charles doesn't really settle down, so a lot of us girls dream about being the one that makes him. If that is you well congratulations." said Ivanka.
"I wish Star Marriott had the same attitude as you" said Sarah.
"Don't worry about her, Charles is too good for her. He would never be interested in someone like that" said Ivanka.
"Thank you, Star hasn't been shy about all of the things she is going to do to Charles. Hasn't been that easy being at the same table. So why did you come to this event this evening?" said Sarah.
"Well, I am representing Trump, but I am ashamed to say I volunteered to be here tonight to get a chance with Charles but Star was obviously set on it and didn't care how much it cost her" said Ivanka.
"Its ok, I understand the attraction, but you know he is a completely different man in private. He cares about the people in his life more then himself" said Sarah.
"Yeah, I have been fortunate enough to have dealt with him. We had some business in New York with him a little while ago, was trying to get him to socialize with me, but the closest I got was for him to come to a club with a group of friends. I couldn't get him alone, I would really like to call him a friend but he probably doesn't even remember me" said Ivanka
"How about later in the evening, I bring Charles over to your table?" said Sarah.
"You would do that for me, why I just told you that I came here tonight to win an evening with him?" said Ivanka.
"Well, I like you and I know what it is like to have Charles as a friend, and I am sure bringing him over to talk to you will annoy Star" said Sarah smiling.
"Well thank you, but you know who she would hate him talking to even more, Amanda Hearst she was the other one bidding for him but she pulled out before we got to $100,000. But I am not sure what her attitude to you would be. She is known to try and take whatever Star has her eyes on" said Ivanka.
Throughout the whole conversation Sarah was watching Ivanka's eyes and body language and listening to the words and the tone, attempting to determine any deception. Sarah was convinced that she was being truthful and appeared to be open with her.
They both came out of the Ladies at the same time laughing and went back to their respective tables.
Sarah sat back down next to Chuck who was deep in thought. Star was nowhere to be seen.
"Sarah, you know you have nothing to worry about between me and Star right?" said Chuck.
"Yeah I know, but I can still hate her right?" said Sarah.
"Yeah, I think that maybe healthy, just no knives or any physical contact ok?" said Chuck.
"Ok, but you are a party pooper" said Sarah.
"So when is this evening going to happen?" asked Sarah.
"Well Star wanted it tomorrow night, but I am trying to push it off till after our Heli-Skiing" said Chuck.
They continued talking and the main meal came out. Sarah noticed throughout the whole time that Chuck was eating, Star was staring at him and licking her lips.
"Star, that's right, you fantasize as much as you want because that all you are going to get. While I get the real thing and let me tell you it is much better than any fantasy I could ever have imagined" said Sarah with a big smile.
"Yeah, we will see how that smile is after he has gone to Star for the night" said Star with a giggle.
"Baby, someone I want you to meet" said Sarah taking Charles hand.
They walked over to Ivanka's table.
"Charles so good to see you again" said Ivanka.
"You two Ivanka, You two know each other?" asked Chuck.
"Oh we just met in the Ladies and became fast friends talking about Star. Don't worry Charles I will not try and get you alone, I see you have found someone and I am happy for you" said Ivanka.
"Thank you Ivanka, I congratulate you on closing the Roterham deal" said Chuck.
"Thank you Charles, um would you and Sarah like to come to ours for breakfast tomorrow?" asked Ivanka
Chuck looked at Sarah and could see a big smile.
"We would love to Ivanka" said Chuck.
"Ok so let's say nine am?" asked Ivanka
"Sounds great, well I guess it is time to go back in the trenches" said Chuck.
Ivanka Laughed and gave Sarah a hug.
"Thank you Sarah" she said quietly.
"No, thank you, and we will see you tomorrow" Sarah replied with a smile.
They went back to their seats and sat down, Star was given them both dirty looks.
The rest of the evening went by without any issues, however when dessert was served Star was licking her spoon rather suggestively. Both Chuck and Sarah did their best to ignore her.
Chuck new that he would have to talk to Sarah about the evening with Star, while he knew that nothing would happen between himself and Star, Sarah was still likely to be nervous and insecure about their relationship.
Chuck was even a little nervous about their relationship, not because he was worried it wouldn't work, but because of the things that would need to be done to get it to work. He knew he wanted that future with Sarah, and he would make sure it happened.
After dessert there was some music played and some people were coming onto the dance floor to dance.
"Sarah, would you like to dance" asked Chuck.
"I would love to Charles" said Sarah smiling.
They went onto the floor and began the Salsa, people around the room started watching them with interest. Sarah was once again impressed with Chucks moves and enjoyed herself immensely.
Then Tango music started and Chuck leaned in to Sarah and said.
"Ok let's give them something to talk about" said Chuck.
Sarah smiled and they went into a close embrace Tango. Everyone from around the room stopped what they were doing, and couldn't keep their eyes of Chuck and Sarah performing like professional dancers. They raised the temperature in the room several degrees in the process.
They went to sit back down and found that Star and Nicky had left for the night but an envelope was sitting in front of Chuck's chair.
He picked it up and put it in his coat pocket and both Sarah and Chuck left for the evening.
As soon as they got back to the apartment Chuck laid down his head and closed his eyes.
While Chuck had his eyes closed, Sarah had taken her gown off and was just standing staring at Chuck dressed in her lace underwear. She decided that she would quickly get dressed into her new lingerie and straddled Chuck as he lied on the bed with his eyes closed.
"Chuck, I don't think sleep is on the agenda anytime soon, not after the Tango and how it got my motors all running, It has been difficult enough for me holding off until we got here, so you better open your eyes buster" said Sarah
Chuck opened his eyes and saw the vision that was upon him.
"Oh hell you are sexy, and I think I have way too many clothes on" said Chuck.
Chuck started moving to take his clothes off.
"No you don't, you are all mine tonight I will resolve that little clothes problem then I will start working on that bigger problem I can feel in your pants" she said giving him a wink.
A big smile appeared on Chuck's face.
"Ok I am all yours" said Chuck as his mouth was covered by Sarah's, her tongue requesting entrance. Chuck quickly obliged and let himself be taken to heaven.
The next morning they woke up and had a shower together, they washed each other and got ready to leave to head off to Trump Tower, Chucks security detail were also along for the ride as per usual.
When they arrived they were shown to the elevators and where taken to the top of Trump Tower.
When they got out of the elevator Ivanka was there to great them.
"Welcome Sarah and Charles please come in." said Ivanka.
They all went in and was greeted by the Donald and his wife Melania.
"Charles thank you for joining us this morning, it is an honor to have you along." said Donald.
"No thank you Donald, it is an honor to be here with you having breakfast, please let me Introduce Sarah Walker" said Chuck.
Ivanka and Sarah continued their easy conversation from the previous night and were laughing and enjoying each others company.
"It looks like Ivanka and Sarah has hit it off Charles" said Donald.
"Yes, it does" said Charles.
Chuck and Donald continued to have conversations around some of their business ventures while Sarah and Ivanka were discussing her upcoming Shoe and Handbag line she was developing.
They were all seated for breakfast when Donald looked at Sarah.
"So Sarah what work are you in, are you a model you certainly have the looks and the grace?" said Donald.
"Well thank you Donald but no, I have recently resigned from working for the Government so you could say I am between jobs" Sarah said with a nervous smile.
"I am trying to get Sarah to come and work at Aegis officially, but still working out the details. Sarah is one of the original share holders in Aegis and was the real reason behind its early successes" said Chuck.
"Really, well congratulations on your successes too Sarah" said Donald.
Sarah felt embarrassed and also happy, here she was feeling a little out of place with Donald Trump and his family then Chuck is able to not only make her feel at ease but make her fit in. Sarah had felt like she was being looked at like a trophy, someone that just followed Chuck around with no real mind of her own. Truthfully she didn't mind that too much because if that is what she needed to be for Chuck, then that is what she would be. But she felt that everyone had more respect for her. She found herself joking with Donald and the family and felt comfortable.
They had finished having breakfast and Sarah had agreed to come to Ivanka's launch of her shoe and handbag lines.
They headed of to the airport for the return flight back to LA.
"Chuck you know you didn't have to cover for me about my job, I would be ok if they just saw me as an out of work ex government employee, but thank you" said Sarah.
"Sarah, I didn't say anything that wasn't true" said Chuck.
"So you want me to come and work for Aegis?" said Sarah.
"Well yes, but I am still trying to work out something that is deserving of you" he said while looking down at his hands.
"What has cleaner already been taken?" said Sarah.
"Very funny, I wanted to talk to you about it, there is two directions we can go, I can put you in the more marketing and administration of the Parent Company or I can have you in the Intelligence Services Division, ISD were John works." said Chuck.
"Oh I hadn't really thought much about it, I guess most of my time and energy was spent thinking about how to get you back, not about what job I might do after I left the agency" said Sarah.
"Just think about it, I know you would be great in either side of the business, but was thinking the Intelligence service division might allow you have some of the excitement of your old job. The position of CIA liaison is currently vacant, I would also see you probably fit into mission planning. With the expected increase in Intersect missions experienced field agents would be invaluable" said Chuck.
"Are you saying I could still be a Field Agent?" asked Sarah.
"Well, I would see that critical missions that require extra finesse, someone such as your self could give. But also see yourself as eventually leading the whole Intelligence services division with John looking after operations support" said Chuck.
"Well where would you prefer I be?" asked Sarah.
"Well, I would want you to be somewhere you are happy" said Chuck.
"Chuck, I will be happy if I am with you. I am not going to do a job that jeopardizes that" said Sarah.
"Well, one of the things I guess I need to do to make sure nothing gets in our way, is relinquish some of my responsibilities. For me to have the time for us I would need to get trusted people in to control certain parts of our operation. The intelligence services division is one of those areas, if you decided that it wasn't the right fit for you, I will still need to find someone for that role" said Chuck.
"So what John currently does, who does he report to?" asked Sarah.
"John looks after operations support, basically he controls our tactical teams which includes engagements in different places around the world including Afghanistan. John reports to the Director of Intelligence Services which currently is me. So if you were to take the initial role you would be the CIA Liaison and responsible for all Intersect related missions. When you were comfortable with how we do things, you would take over from me as the Director of Intelligence Services reporting directly to me, either you or I would be required to attend specific National Security Council Meetings for reporting purposes" said Chuck.
"So John would report to me?" asked Sarah.
"Yes, I guess the other thing to mention, would be that while you would be responsible for hiring the staff required I would still like to be involved in evaluating applicants skills were possible" said Chuck
Sarah just looked at him inquisitively.
"What, I still like to get my sparring sessions in, what better way to test their skills?" said Chuck.
"Well maybe we should spar together then?" said Sarah.
"Only if that has some sexual connotation, because I certainly will not enjoy trying to hit you" said Chuck.
They arrived at the airport and boarded the company jet and where quickly airborne and on their way back to LA.
"Sarah I really do need to get some work done on the trip back, but you are welcome if you want to sleep in the back" said Chuck.
"No that is ok Chuck, do you have anything handy that I could read, work specific to the CIA Liaison or Intersect missions I would be involved in?" asked Sarah.
"Um unfortunately all that is electronic and I need my laptop to do my work. When we get back to LA can you contact the exec assistant pool and request a laptop. That way I can give you access to the relevant documents. So does that mean you are considering?" said Chuck.
"Chuck I will do whatever helps us to be together, if that is this role, then that is what I will do" said Sarah.
Chuck just gave her a smile, "Sarah, just know that if you find that it is not what you want to do, please let me know. I don't want you regretting accepting the position" said Chuck.
"Chuck by the sounds of it, it will probably be something that I will find challenging and rewarding and I would never regret something that brought us closer. But if I find it is not something I can do, I will let you know so you can make alternate arrangements" said Sarah.
While on the flight Chuck had also started the processes to make Sarah's job official, her initial real title will be CIA Intelligence Liaison, however it will be recorded in the HR database as Contract Liaison. This required all standard paper work for new hires as well as arranging security access. Sarah had already had photos taken for her exec access but for access to ISD she would need to provide several physical markers for identification. Chuck also sent an email to the President to inform him of the new appointment. While they would probably get into LA at lunch time they decided they would eat on the flight today as it was likely to be a long day.
They arrived back in LA after midday and they both went straight into Aegis Head office, Chuck to catch up on the work he was unable to do while in New York, and Sarah to pickup the laptop she had organized while on the flight.
Sarah went to security and had all of her details recorded and she received her new staff ID and access card. She went immediately down to the Intelligence Services Division, she was greeted at reception.
"Good Afternoon Miss Walker, your Laptop has arrived and it has been put on your desk" said the girl.
"Oh, I have been assigned a desk already?" asked Sarah.
"Oh yes, that office has always been vacant, and the request to prepare it came through about a week ago" she said.
'It was prepared a week ago? Was this for someone else or was Chuck planning this back then?'
"Oh so whereabouts is it?" asked Sarah
"Through these doors, then first right, then the last door on the right. You are aware you have two offices in this building?" she asked.
"Ah no" said Sarah.
"Ok well there is this one in the Intelligence Services Division and there is one on the top floor, you can work in either location but any sensitive material can not leave this location without Intelligence Services Directors or above's approval. Down here is where the action is, but upstairs gives you a much better view" she said with a wink.
Sarah later found out that her office on the top floor was next door to Chuck's and had a great view of the city. She was busily working through mission reports of successful Intersect missions and plans for future missions, she was still trying to get her head around how the new Intersect was able to help during missions, but she would get to that. Maybe she could talk to John or Cole about that.
Her desk phone started ringing, she picked it up.
"Sarah Walker speaking how may I help you" said Sarah.
"Miss Walker this is April, um not sure if you have been told but I have been temporarily assigned to you as your assistant, until you find someone more suitable. But anyway the purpose of my call is to let you know I have Mr Bartowski on the phone for you" said April.
"Oh, April thank you, I should come and introduce myself where is your desk?" asked Sarah.
"I have been temporarily moved to outside your office on the top floor" said April.
"Oh thanks April I will come and see you soon." said Sarah.
Chuck was transferred to her phone.
"Sarah, hi settling in ok?" asked Chuck.
"Yep just going over some mission reports, thanks for April but not sure if I need an assistant." said Sarah.
"Well we can talk about that later, um I have just had a meeting with Samantha and looks like the only way I can fit in the… ah.. auctioned evening is to do it tonight, otherwise we may have to come back from heli-skiing early. I want to get your feelings before making a decision, also Samantha is really sorry, apparently I was committed to this about a month ago" said Chuck.
"Well Chuck, I am not really happy with it happening at all, but can we make a deal that you do not commit to something like this without me being aware in future?" asked Sarah.
"Deal, I don't think I would anyway, even of you said it was ok. So tonight?" said Chuck.
"Well I guess it doesn't matter and at least it will be over and done with and I don't have to worry about it while we are Heli-skiing, we can just enjoy ourselves" said Sarah.
"Ok so tonight it is, I will have Samantha organize it with Star, and yourself of course!" said Chuck.
"Yes Chuck?" replied Sarah.
"I love you" said Chuck.
Sarah face went red .
"I love you too, and don't forget it" said Sarah.
"Never" replied Chuck hanging up the phone.
Chuck spoke to Samantha and got her to organize the evening, he found out that he was to meet Star at her residence. Once all the details were sorted he let Sarah know, Chuck didn't want Sarah to think anything was being kept from her.
Star's Residence LA
Chuck decided not to travel with his security detail, they would be in a different vehicle and would arrive at the restaurant separately so they appeared to be alone. Chuck didn't have any earwig or bugs but he would alert his detail should he be in any danger.
When Chuck arrived at her house he rang the doorbell.
Star came to the door and opened the door.
"My god you look good enough to eat" said Star.
"You look beautiful Star" said Chuck. she was in a red spaghetti strapped dress showing a generous amount of cleavage.
"Thank you Charles, come in" said Star.
"So where are we off to this evening" asked Chuck.
"Well, seeing it was my job to organize all the evenings activities, I thought we would just stay in and I have organized caterers to come here" said Star smiling.
Chuck was concerned by that but he tried to cover, he did not want to appear uncomfortable as he felt that would only motivate her to get even bolder.
"Sounds wonderful" said Chuck.
"Come through here, we are going to eat by the pool, it's a shame it's winter or we could have made it a pool party" she said giggling.
'Oh this is going to be a long evening' thought Chuck.
Star disappeared for a minute when Chuck was sitting outside, Chuck took the opportunity to send a message to his detail to let them know that dinner is being catered at the house.
He put his phone back in his pocket.
Star came back out and sat down opposite him.
They brought the first course out and which was a dozen oysters natural for each of them.
Star was removing the oysters suggestively with her tongue; Chuck was doing his best to smile.
Conversation was very light, Star was asking him about things he liked doing and places he had been.
It seemed that almost any conversation Star could turn it into being sexually suggestive.
The second course came out, it was a beef dish that had chocolate, chilli and cinnamon, it was rather enjoyable but Chuck was starting to see a theme with the meals so far.
When dessert came out it was a dish with strawberries and chocolate.
Throughout the meal Chuck's glass was never empty and he knew he should try to slow down as he would need to drive home. Chuck noticed a group of people coming out to the pool area that appeared to be carrying musical instruments.
They started warming up and then starting playing.
Star stood up from the table and smiled at Chuck.
"Charles I believe this is my dance" said Star.
"I would be honored" said Chuck standing up to take her hand.
It was then that Chuck noticed that Star's gown had a long slit up the middle that seemed to go almost to the top of her legs.
While they were walking to the floor the band changed to a Tango number.
'Oh hell' thought Chuck.
Chuck held Star in a fairly open embrace, but Star stepped in to make sure she could get her pelvis and thighs as close to Chuck as possible.
'Ok let's just get this over and done with I am not sure what else is in store for us tonight but I only have a few more hours to endure' thought Chuck.
Meanwhile unbeknown to Chuck, Sarah had convinced Bob to let her tag along with his security detail. When Sarah had found out that Star had the evening planned at home she was about to charge out of the vehicle and break down the door. Bob only just stopped her and told her that it would only cause further problems. Star would likely complain and get another evening with Chuck.
"Is that bloody tango music, that bitch" said Sarah.
Bob was inwardly smiling but he knew he couldn't dare show it or Sarah would likely lose it and he would take the brunt of it.
Star and Chuck were dancing to the Tango and Chuck was starting to feel rather uncomfortable with all the rubbing and motions occurring down below. Star seemed to be reveling in it, she had a big smile and he was sure he could see something else in her eyes.
The song seemed to go for ever, Chuck was convinced that she had instructed to play the longest possible song to extend this dance as much as she could. Chuck could see she was enjoying it and was also enjoying how uncomfortable Chuck had become.
"So tell me Charles, is that a rabbit in your pocket or are you just happy to see me." She said giggling.
"Well lets just say I don't have a rabbit in my pocket" said Chuck smiling uneasily.
"You sure Charles, because if its not your packing a big surprise down there" said Star.
"Look Star I am sure I don't have to explain biology to you, but well that is just a normal reaction to all the activities going on" said Chuck.
"Charles I can handle it if it is just your body telling me it wants some of what I have to offer, you don't have to be shy about it" said Star.
The dance finally ended and Chuck felt rather uncomfortable walking back to the table. His body had betrayed him and he felt dirty, how could he tell Sarah. He knew as soon as Star started rubbing him in that way he should have put an end to it but he thought he could handle it.
Chuck needed a drink and he downed the glass of wine that was sitting in front of him in one gulp.
'I think I must have had too much to drink, gee how much alcohol was in that last glass' thought Chuck.
"Charles are you ok, you seem a little out of sorts?" asked Star.
Star called over to one of the men that was helping serve the meals for the evening and helped Chuck onto what looked like an outdoor bed, Chuck was laying flat on his back. There was a curtain around it that provided privacy.
"Charles, just lay here for a minute until you are ok, I think you had a little too much to drink" she said smiling.
Star disappeared for a minute and the band started playing more music.
Star came back into the room and closed the curtain.
"Charles, you just stay right there and be comfortable. I still have another two hours of your time and don't worry I will do all the work" Star said as she hopped on the bed and straddled him.
Chuck became acutely aware of the fact that he was unable to move or push Star off him, the only thing he appeared to be able to do was arch his back then return it back to the bed. This movement though only made Star convinced that Chuck wanted what was happening to him.
"Now Charles you may not have known this while we were dancing, but I am not wearing any panties and you are a naughty boy, as you got my motor running hot." said Star as she started grinding into him.
He tried to talk but nothing came out and Star only put her own mouth over his.
Chuck tried to close his mouth quickly, but was too late when he felt Star's tongue enter his mouth. Her tongue was exploring every inch of his mouth while she continued to grind herself into him.
"Now you can't get a girls motor running without taking her out for a drive", said Star as she ripped his shirt open exposing his chest.
Chuck couldn't help his body's reactions to this constant movement, no matter how much he tried to get his mind elsewhere.
"Oh Charles that's it, I can feel you rising to the occasion, now lets get those pants off" said Star.
A/N Please review, I have finished the final Chapter of this story. I will continue to post and update every few days. Meanwhile I have completed about three chapters of my next story, very much an AU. Chuck and Sarah have completely different lives.