"The One" – Part 46
Summary and additional notes in part 1.
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Starting 'fresh' had been a good idea. The rest of the evening went more smoothly. The mood was relaxed and fun. They devoured the rest of Naomi's cupcakes and went on to play a few rounds of Charades. Though tired, when the night ended Adam and Fiona were sorry to see them go.
On the bright side, they were going to see everyone at the wedding reception tomorrow – with exception of Joe, who had a date.
"So what's this guy like?" Adam asked his friend as they cleared the kitchen.
Joe smiled. "His name is Daniel. He's a veterinarian and is a few years older than me. He's tall, dark, handsome, and has the sexiest bedroom eyes," he revealed. "Don't laugh… but I met him online."
Adam smirked but did not laugh. "I'm not judging!"
Fiona chuckled. "So many people meet their partners online these days! There's no shame in it!" she affirmed.
"Have you?" Joe asked her. The girl was gorgeous and could certainly pass for a model. He didn't think she was ever starved for attention, from any gender!
Adam looked at her. He was interested in her answer.
"Well, no," she replied.
Joe laughed. "That's what I thought!"
"I always kind of dated people who I know or have met through friends. The person inside is what attracts me, so clicking through profiles is kind of meaningless. How do you who's being honest about who are they are?" she questioned.
Joe smirked. "You go on a date. That's how!" He looked at Adam. "I would ask you the same question, but I already know you don't have the patience for online dating."
Adam shrugged. One time he got halfway through writing a profile before he got bored. "I'd rather go to a bar to meet women."
"And they're full of girls, just your type!" Joe quipped.
Fiona playfully shook her head. "What is it with you and bars?" she teased him.
"Not just bars. He has a thing with waitresses too!" Joe added.
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Adam smiled as he watched Fiona take off her jewelry. He was lying on the bed and was happy that the day had ended on a good note. For a moment he had been worried. He had told her once that assumptions and misunderstandings could derail a budding relationship. Those words rang true tonight. He was glad that they worked it out before it the gulf between them deepened. He shuddered at the thought of losing her.
"Hey," she softly called to him.
He looked up and saw her looking at him from the foot of the bed. She was wearing a thin tank top and very short board shorts. She looked hot.
"You're not tired, are you?" she asked in a teasing manner.
Adam grinned broadly. "I was a little… but I'm fully awake now."
"Good," she said seductively. He watched as she got on the bed and came near. She carefully climbed over him and straddled him. He brought his hands to her waist, as she looked down at him. They locked eyes and his breath quickened.
Fiona leaned down and brought her lips to his. She gently nibbled his bottom lip, before initiating a passionate kiss. Adam eagerly responded, running his hands up and down her back as they continued to kiss hungrily.
Sometime later, she suddenly pulled away. He looked at her confused and she smiled wickedly. She brought her hands to the bottom of her shirt and slowly pulled it off. Adam slid his hands up her smooth stomach and continued north until he reached her breasts. She softly moaned while looking into his eyes.
He groaned in response. He was hard and fought the urge to move his hips against hers.
"Adam," she whispered. Her voice was thick with desire. His eyes found hers again. "Since we're in a different area code, maybe we could relax the rules."
He raised an eyebrow. "What do you have in mind?"
She leaned down and they shared another heated kiss. Adam whimpered when she moved away again.
"We do this, as much as we want. When we're ready to finish, we take care of ourselves," she suggested. Technically they wouldn't be getting each other off, so it seemed like a way to skirt the rules!
Adam looked into her eyes for long moment. He wanted nothing more than to let go and have his way with her. "I can't," he said firmly.
She stared back at him confused. "What?"
He sighed heavily. "If you're naked there's no way I could hold back from wanting to touch you. I… I want you so bad right now, I'm on fire."
Fiona blinked. As she looked into his eyes she could tell he was torn about whether or not to proceed. She wanted to say 'screw it' and continue hooking up with him. However she also didn't want their first time together to be tinged with regret.
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"Tell again why I'm not sleeping with my girlfriend?" Adam asked.
It was just after 5:00AM and he was sitting on the Terrance outside. His cell phone was pressed to his ear. It had taken him a long while to fall asleep but when he finally did, he only got a few hours of rest. His mind had been working on overdrive. He hated brooding about things. Whenever he had to, he would usually come out here and stare out at the skyline.
Several minutes ago, with little thought he found himself dialing a familiar number. It was early in the morning but she was always up at this time.
On the other end of the line, Clare snorted in response to his question. "You're asking me that?"
Adam cracked a small grin. "Yes, because I'm losing my mind and you're my sponsor!"
Clare laughed. "It's a little sad that you need a sponsor to refrain from having sex for a month," she deadpanned.
"Well, fine. You're my moral support! I think it's comes standard with best friend duties," he quipped.
They both laughed.
"I knew there was a reason I was weary of that designation!" she joked. "But in all seriousness, I think your reasoning is sound. From what you told me about yesterday, there were some speed bumps that proved you and Fiona still have more to learn about each other. Yes you love each other and have a long history together, but I always say when it comes to relationships that love isn't enough."
Adam nodded. It was a familiar saying of hers.
"Love doesn't put food on the table. Love can be one sided. Love doesn't bridge the gap if you want different things out of life – only compromise will," she pointed out. "In regards to you and Fiona, the two of you need to build a solid foundation. You tend to rush ahead in relationships, skipping steps. I don't think you should do that this time. You guys have something special, so handle it with care. I don't think a month is a long time." Clare had waited years and was engaged before having sex. Her first time was with Eli. "I fear if you break the first promise you made to yourselves when you got together, it might set a bad precedent."
Adam considered her words. As much as he wanted to argue against it, what she said made a lot of sense to him. If love was enough to make relationships work out, Clare and Eli would be married! He and Fiona would have never broken up!
Suddenly he heard the sound of a baby's cry. It warmed his heart.
"Is that my little munchkin?" he asked, with a wide grin.
He heard Clare whispering soothing words to her on the other line. After a moment she responded. "Yes, Sierra has woken up again." She sounded tired, but there was contentment in her voice. "And now she's hungry."
Adam softly laughed. "I wish I could see her," he said wistfully.
"We need a video phone or something," Clare laughed.
"Let's skype this afternoon!" Adam said excitedly.
Clare smiled at his enthusiasm. "I can't wait to see you next month. Bring Fiona with you!" she demanded.
Adam chuckled. "That's the plan."
They talk for a short while longer before ending the call. Adam then stood up and headed back inside the apartment. He quietly returned to the room. Fiona was still sleeping. Seeing her was a sight for sore eyes. As he looked at her, something burned deeply within him. He knew through and through that he wanted to make what they had last forever, and he resolved to do whatever it took.
He cautiously joined her on the bed, careful not to wake her. He slipped under the covers and turned onto his side.
"I love you," he whispered.
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tbc
A/N: See? If I would have hinted that Clare was going to be in this chapter that would have ruined the dramatic tension of the Fadam scene… *runs away from pitchforks*
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In the next chapter… we'll learn exactly what's on Fiona's mind. And tons of backstory with Joe!