"The One" – Part 90

Summary and additional notes in part 1.

Author's Note: Ah! Reading the theories about Adam and Drew's talk was interesting! I can't say one way or the other – why spoil it? Haha.

And, whoa! Chapter 90? Insane… but here we go! This is a super long chapter, and there are lemon limes at the end!

Author's Note #2: This is not related to my Degrassi timeline fics. (See my Author's profile for details!)

Rating: M (lemons!)

Disclaimer: I do NOT own Degrassi!

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"Is there any left?" Abby asked in jest as she and Fiona entered the room.

Drew, who was sitting at the kitchen table, haplessly shrugged. Adam, however, was actively perusing the fridge, with his back turned towards them.

"Adam?" Drew called out, not wanting to get up. After a moment his younger brother finally looked up. He was relieved that Adam seemed willing to put their conversation behind them for now.

"There's a little left," Adam told them. He took the container out of the fridge, along with a bottle of water, and brought it to the table. He looked at his girlfriend. "Fi, you can have mine. I don't have much of an appetite."

Across from Drew, he had a bowl of the stuff. It was barely touched. Adam had only taken a few bites before confronting his brother about the phone call he silenced at dinner.

Fiona furrowed her brows. His eyes seemed a little sad.

Abby sat down next to Drew. She had just grabbed an empty bowl and a spoon from the dish drying rack on the counter. She looked at her brother-in-law amused.

"Really? You're usually like a human garbage disposal!" she ribbed him. "Honestly, between you and Drew, it's no wonder we rarely have leftovers during your visits!"

Drew let out a laugh, and despite his melancholy mood Adam cracked a small smile. There certainly truth in that statement!

Adam glanced at his brother and his wife. They were sitting side by side and on the surface all seemed well. As he briefly reviewed the events of today, he acknowledged that life wasn't perfect. There were times when it could kick you in the teeth! But he felt that the couple in front of him was well suited for one another. If anyone could get through this, they could. They just needed time.

Fiona placed her hand on top of his and he abruptly looked up. When his eyes met hers, Adam instantly smiled. "Well, maybe we could share, princess?" he lightly remarked, resolving to do his best to cast his troubled thoughts aside in the interim.

Abby grinned at the two of them.

"There you go!" Drew chuckled. "Who can say no to flan?"

The two couples conversed in the kitchen for an additional twenty minutes before finally calling it a night.

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"That was fun," Fiona noted as Adam closed the door to their room. He smiled at her.

"It was," he agreed. He walked over to the chair that held his carryon suitcase. He opened it and looked for his night clothes.

She studied him for a moment. All of his focus was directed towards this task. It was a small thing, but she felt that he was a little closed off. She knew something was weighing on his mind, given what she overheard earlier. She briefly debated whether or not she should ask about it.

"Adam," she said softly.

"Yeah," he responded. After waiting several seconds for her to continue, he looked up and their eyes met. She wore a pensive expression.

"Is everything okay?" she inquired.

He furrowed his brows in confusion. "Of course," he told her. "Why wouldn't it be?"

"Earlier when I came down for more flan… I heard you and Drew talking," she paused to gauge his reaction. He didn't say anything and his expression gave nothing away, so she continued. "I wasn't trying to eavesdrop," she assured him.

He cracked a small smile and stepped towards her. "I know, Fi." He didn't think she would!

Seeing him smile lifted her spirits! She took a deep breath before saying her next words. When she looked back on dinner and snippets of conversations they had with the married couple, there was one scenario that seemed to make the most sense. It added up with the brothers' talk in her estimation, so she forged ahead.

"Are Drew and Abby having money problems?" she asked delicately. Her voice held concern.

Adam paused.

Money was generally a touchy subject! She never had to worry about it because her family was wealthy, and now she was wealthy in her own right with the success of Coyne Roberts! She didn't think twice about making large purchases, taking expensive vacations, or travelling in luxury. Often she had to remind herself that most people were not as fortunate! When she thought about some of her comments earlier in the day she cringed. If Drew and Abby were struggling financially, hearing her tease Adam about flying first class must have been like rubbing salt in the wound!

Adam saw the worry on his girlfriend's face and quickly shook his head. "Fi, everything is going to be fine," he proclaimed. She looked back at him unconvinced and he pulled her into his arms. "I'm serious. Don't worry about it."

She frowned a little, noting he still hadn't reveal any specifics about exactly what situation Drew and Abby were in. She didn't want to pry, but since had she already guessed… "Maybe I could help?" she suggested. She held his gaze, silently inviting him to share more about it.

"Fi," he said hesitantly.

"It wouldn't be a hand out," she added, knowing the issues he had in the past with accepting money from her.

One of the major reasons he decided to go to Syracuse University was because of its close proximity to the Canadian border. It allowed him to keep his doctor appointments and at home he had free health care. In the US he didn't and he certainly didn't have the money to cover the cost of transitioning – hormone replacement therapy and multiple surgeries – out of pocket! She wanted him to go to college near New York City and offered to cover the cost of his care, but Adam refused.

"I know some great financial advisors that could help them turn things around," Fiona explained.

Adam gently caressed her cheek. "I love that you care so much for others and want to help," he said as he looked into her eyes.

She smiled. "It's your brother," she replied softly. "He's a good guy."

After seeing Drew interact with his wife and daughter today, she could finally make that statement in earnest.

Adam looked away and sighed. "I appreciate it, but it's not necessary. Everything is going to work itself out," he insisted. He looked up again and noticed her slight frown. "I promise," he assured her.

He leaned in and gently kissed her lips. When he pulled away they were both smiling.

"I'm going to get my pajama pants," he announced and started towards his suitcase. Fiona surprised him by tugging on his hand. He stopped and turned to her.

"I don't think that's necessary," she declared suggestively, co-opting a word from his earlier speech.

He raised an eyebrow. "Oh, really?" he responded on reflex before lightly shaking his head, chiding himself. "It's been a long day," he backtracked.

As much as he loved being with her, right now he wasn't in the mood. While he wasn't tired physically, mentally he felt drained!

Fiona raised both eyebrows at his words. Was he actually turning her down? This was one for the record books! But she wasn't going to give up that easily! She could tell Adam was still feeling a little down and she wanted to cheer him up.

She flashed him a wicked grin. "Then let me do all the work."

He paused to consider her offer and she took the opportunity to lead him to the bed. She pulled off her sweater and then reached for the bottom his t-shirt.

"Let's get this off," she whispered. He briefly looked into her eyes before lifting his arms. She smirked upon recognizing the desire in his gaze. Once it was off, she brought her hands to his belt.

Adam gently placed his hands on top of hers. "You don't have to…" he trailed off.

Fiona leaned in and kissed him deeply. He eagerly responded and their tongues passionately caressed. After a long moment she pulled away.

"I know. I want to," she affirmed. She brought her hands back to his pants and quickly undid his belt. Together they worked his jeans and got them off, along with his boxers.

He was standing at attention as he looked at her with lustful eyes. "Hey, why am I the only one naked here?"

"My bad!" she laughed.

He looked on with a wicked smile as she pulled off her tank top and stepped out of her sweat pants. He was ready to go when he saw her take off her panties. He quickly pulled her into his arms and hungrily kissed her.

"Let's grind," he suggested with urgency when they came up for air. She was sitting in his lap. He could feel how wet she was getting and longed to rub himself against her.

Fiona abruptly moved away from him. He threw her a questioning look as she stood before him.

"In a minute," she answered. She placed her hands on his shoulders before travelling down to his chest. "You're going to like this."

He watched her curiously as she came near and gently kissed his neck. He let out a small sound of pleasure and he could feel her smile against his skin. Her kisses travelled lower and he thoroughly enjoyed the feel of her lips. He had a good sense of where this was headed, and he was content to let her take her time!

Fiona was having fun with this! She loved exploring his body, particularly his torso and chest. They were areas that were largely "no-fly" zones when they dated in their younger years. She loved cuddling and skin to skin contact, so she was thrilled that there were no more restrictions or discomfort on his end. She loved his body in its previous state, and she loved it in its current state too! It felt good expressing that, and tonight she planned to slowly build things up.

When she reached his groin area, he immediately sucked in a breath. She placed small kisses around his member, and Adam was burning for direct contact!

"Fi," he groaned as she moved on to place light, teasing kisses on his upper thighs.

"Yes?" she murmured innocently.

He was on fire as he took in the erotic sight before him. His naked girlfriend was kneeling between his legs, and she was thisclose to his package!

Their eyes met again, and he found himself almost literally boiling with anticipation. Without warning, she leaned forward. He gasped in pleasure as she slowly licked the length of him! He looked at her in wonder and she then repeated the action again, and again.

Adam lightly raised his hips when she finally took him into her mouth. He couldn't help thrusting upwards a little. Her mouth felt so good! It wasn't long before he felt his climax building.

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tbc

A/N: Well, I certainly think Fi cheered him up!

To back up… Hmm. From Adam's thoughts, it seems like Drew and Abby may be facing a crisis of some sort. The details of which were absent from his talk with Fiona… Interesting how as she felt emotional distance from him, she sought physical closeness. Though, it's understandable I think. She just wants him to know when he's ready to open up, she'll be there to listen.

Reviews are lovely.

In the next chapter… We leave the angst behind - Fluff and laughter take center stage! Fiona and Abby bond, we learn some bits about Drew and Abby's past, and the Torres brothers have some bro time! There's also Fadam and Haylie cuteness!

To the folks I cannot directly PM:

FadamFTW - Thanks for the review on the last chapter! Given his avoidance on the call, it was rather suspect but the jury's still out!

Off-topic (sort of): This is a random observation… but these are some really long days! This chapter continues on Thursday night in the story. Saturday and Sunday were Fadam's big weekend. Monday was Gretchen's dinner party. And Wednesday was the book launch! It has been nearly 30 chapters between Saturday and Thursday in this story! O_o