Exhale Chapter 16: Only You, a scandal fanfic

Thank you Poprant for helping me get through this chapter and keeping me sane while fighting my way through it. ILY

SN If you haven't read Poprant's stories Something Good Can Work and Apology Accepted, make sure you check them out.

"Fitz come on, our daddy's are in here."

6 yr old Liv and Fitz entered Eli's study. Eli noticed Liv seemed clearly panicked and wondered what was going on.

"What's wrong ladybug?" Eli asked his daughter who seemed so much quieter than her normal self. Liv took a deep breath and spoke what was on her mind.
"Daddy! We need to buy a house!"

"We have a house ladybug."

"No! Fitz and I need our own house. We have to buy a house today!"

"What about your playhouse outside?" Big Gerry asked, just as dumbfounded as Eli as to why two 6 yr olds would need a house.

"Not that kind of house. A big one, like this!"

"Well, why don't you come here and tell me why you need a big house like this and we'll see what we can do." Eli said extending his arms to Liv while Fitz went to sit with Gerry.

Liv sighed and climbed onto her father's lap. She didn't have time to talk, they needed a house! Eli wrapped his arms around his daughter's tiny 6 yr old waist and smiled as she rested her head on his shoulder.

"Now tell us what's going on ladybug."

"We are having best friend weddings at school. We went to recess today and Fitz gave me a ring and asked me to marry him. I said yes so now we need a house because married people are upposed to have babies."

Eli and Gerry chuckled at their children who seemed to grasp part of the concept of marriage but not the age requirements, or the responsibilities of such a union.

"Well, can we at least see this ring?" Eli asked, curious as to what ring a 6 yr old Fitz could have possibly given her. Liv lifted her hand and showed Eli and Gerry the cherry ring pop splayed on her left ring finger that she had clearly been working on.

"My, I must say that's a pretty big ring you have there. But tell me, who will make your breakfast?" Big Gerry asked.

"We'll eat cereal." Fitz replied.

"Who will wash your clothes and buy your food?" Eli asked on return.

"Can't mommy still do it?" Liv asked with a pout.

"Oh no, when you get married, YOU have to do all of the cooking and the food shopping and the cleaning. YOU have to wash your clothes and Fitz's, and make lunch for the both of you EVERYDAY before school." Big Gerry answered.

"Hmph."

"But then whose going to make sure those monsters stay out of your closet and from under your bed?" Eli asked, truly enjoying this conversation.

"You are daddy!"

"But I won't be living with you."

"Nope, you and mommy will live with us! I need help, getting married is hard work! I'm too little to do all of that!"

"Then I'll tell you what, until you two are big enough to do all of the things a wife and husband have to do, why don't you stay in your homes with? Liv, you can visit Fitz as much as you want, and Fitz can come visit as much as he wants to. He does live next door."

"Okay daddy. Can we go make popcorn now?"

"Sure thing ladybug."

Eli sat and watched his now grown up daughter laying in the arms of her aunt. To him, she was still that six year old girl, but she wasn't so little anymore. Gone were the days of ring pop proposals to the boy next store. Now, she was a beautiful woman, ready to embark on a life of her own, with the same boy from next store. Eli honestly couldn't have picked a better suitor for his daughter's hand if he tried.

After Liv announced her pregnancy, the room erupted in cheer except for Maya who fainted from all of the excitement. Once Maya came to, the families shared in an impromptu celebration right in aunt Mable's room. Aunts Marjory and Mable shared a knowing look. Their gift was right on time. The mothers began coming up with baby names instantly, while the fathers were split in their feelings. Big Gerry wasted no time congratulating his son on a job well done. Eli... Eli was having trouble coping with the fact that he was losing his baby girl. He knew this day would come, but he still wasn't ready. Maybe he would never be ready.

Eli watched as Liv slept, curled into Aunt Mable's side. Aunt Mable had her arm draped lovingly over Liv as they both slept peacefully in her bed. Eli tiptoed out of the room, and joined the others who would be staying at the Pope ranch that night. No one wanted to be far from Aunt Mable until they knew for sure what was going on. Even the two mile distance between the homes was too much in this moment.

Eli walked into the living and found everyone except for Fitz had gone up to bed. He asked Fitz to join him in the study, and poured them both a glass of scotch. Eli offered Fitz a seat on the sofa which hr humbly took, while Eli sat across from him in his oversized leather chair. Many days were spent with Liv as a child, curled into her father as he read to her on that very chair. When things would bother her, the chair was always his go to, so they could have their moment and work through what ailed her. Now, Eli was sitting across from the man that would take over his job of being the protector and comforter of his daughter. Fitz was a good man, a great man, but that didn't make it any easier.

"Fitz, I wanted to take this moment to thank you." Eli said with a slight smile.

"Thank me?" Fitz asked, clearly confused.

"Yes, I want to thank you for being such a wonderful man. Not just for my daughter, but in general. It's not easy for a father to... Even though I knew this day would come... When you and Liv were younger... I'm glad, you and my ladybug have finally found one another. I know you're a good man and will do right by her for the rest of her life. So, thank you for loving my daughter, our family and yours and being the beat man you can be."

"I'm only the best man I can be because Liv makes me want to be a better man. Even now, I want to strive to be even better, for her, for our children. She is my everything. She always has been and she always will be. I will always do right by her."

"I know you will son. I don't know about you and Liv, but I can never seem to sleep without Maya by my side."

"I can't sleep without her, but, she needs this time with Aunt Mable so I'll be fine. I'll probably get caught up on work that I missed this weekend."

Eli nodded and stood. He patted Fitz on the shoulder and wished him a good night."Try and get some rest, son."

"I will try, dad."

Once Eli retired upstairs, Fitz went into the living room and pulled out his laptop. It was going to be a long night.

Liv awoke the next morning, surprised she was in Aunt Mable's bed. She honestly thought Fitz would have taken her upstairs. She knew he couldn't sleep without her. She was shocked she slept as well as she did without him. Liv stretched and turned, only to find Aunt Mable wasn't in her bed.

Liv jumped up and ran perform her morning ritual. When she finished, she ran into the living room, in search of her aunt. When she entered the living room, she smiled as she saw Fitz, sleeping on the sofa with his laptop on his chest. Liv moved the laptop to the coffee table, and covered Fitz with an afghan that was resting on the back of the sofa. She kissed his forehead and smiled as he shifted slightly, but didn't wake up.

Liv continued her search for Aunt Mable, and a huge smile crossed her face when she heard the older woman singing in the kitchen. Liv walked into the doorway and stopped. She rested against the frame and folded her arms, as she lovingly watched her now 88 yr old aunt who seemed to be feeling much better. Aunt Mable was in her own world as she was preparing breakfast for the families. Instead of calling her, Liv began singing along with her, and joined her at the island, to help prepare their meal.

I know sometimes it seems as if
We're standing all alone
But we'll get through it
Cuz love won't let us fall

As the women sang together, it was clear that the powerful voice that emerged from Liv's tiny frame was definitely a Pope trait. They shared a warm smile, but never missed a single lyric.

Count on me through thick and thin
A friendship that will never end
When you are weak I will be strong
Helping you to carry on
Call on me, I will be there
Don't be afraid
Please believe me when I say
Count on me

In the middle of their singing, they hadn't realized Maya, Susan, and Aunt Marjory had joined in, and they too began to help prepare breakfast. The women thought Liv had a beautiful voice and she didn't use it often enough. So when they got to the next part, they sat back and listened to Liv who was in her own little world, belt out the lyrics like Whitney and CeCe with Aunt Mable providing backup.

There's a place inside all of us
Where our faith in love begins
You should reach to find the truth in love
The answers' there within, oh
I know that life can make you feel
It's much harder than it really is
But we'll get through it
Just don't give in

Liv turned as she realized the room was filled with the women in both of her families, and almost stopped singing until they all joined in again.

When the song came to an end, the were women were stunned to hear the applause of Eli, Gerry, Fitz, and the kids. Fitz had arrived just as Liv belted out her solo and he was once again rendered speechless by her voice. It always amazed him that someone so tiny, and spoke so softly could belt out a song with such a powerful voice. He couldn't wait until he could watch her singing to their child. She already sang to Karen and Jerry, but Fitz felt the tears swell in his eyes as he imagined her singing to the life they created together, even all three children as she laid them down for the evening.

"You know Liv, you could've been a singer." Big Gerry admitted honestly.

"Uhn uh. Like aunt Mable says, this voice is only for the lord, and my family." Liv said sheepishly before she turned and checked on the eggs she was currently preparing. Karen and Jerry both walked over to Liv and gave her a hug and kiss good morning. She smiled watching her families come together as one unit. They always had, but now with the engagement and the baby, she was seeing them in a whole new light. Her heart was so swollen with love, she thought it was on the verge of bursting. This is what life is supposed to be like. Families who get along, parents who don't force your hand in anything, just love and support and happiness. Her family was perfect and it was growing. Life couldn't be any sweeter. Liv was pulled out of her thoughts as she heard Karen responding to Big Gerry.

"Mom sings to us all the time and we like not sharing her voice. It's just for us and the baby, right mom?" Karen asked with bright, hopeful eyes.

"Right Kare. Why don't you and Jerry set the table?" Liv said as she took the eggs off of the stove. Once the eggs were safely on the table, Liv walked over to Fitz and wrapped her arms around his waist.

"Good morning." Fitz said as he softly pecked on Liv's lips. "How did you sleep? How do you feel? Do you need anything? How are my babies?"

"Hmm, good morning, you're full of questions. I'm fine. No sickness... yet. The BABY is fine." Liv responded as she stole one more kiss before leading Fitz to the table.

The family sat down to a spread of Belgian waffles, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, scrapple, fruit, and orange juice or tea. They talked and enjoyed filling each other in on what else was going on in their lives. The moms got a confirmation of the wedding date, and asked Liv and Fitz to stay at least one more day so they could have their pictures taken for the invitations. They knew people would move mountains to be at this wedding which meant they had to put a rush on the invitations and have they overnighted to everyone. Liv and Fitz agreed, as they actually liked spending time with their family. The kids certainly didn't mind missing an extra day of school. Everyone was happy that Aunt Mable did just have a bad cold. It seemed she just needed time, and her YaYa to finally feel better.

As they sat and ate breakfast, Liv looked over and saw their aunts, huddled together at the end of the table, looking at Aunt Mable's phone.

"What are you two doing?" Liv asked as she knew the women were up to something.

"We're picking out our dresses for the wedding. We are going to Paris after all, we need to look our best."

Liv simply nodded and smiled. She knew these two would be around for a long time. That was a fact she took great comfort in.

Two weeks had passed and Liv was busier than ever. With only two weeks til the wedding, and 150 people who had already committed to their attendance, she found herself balancing clients and wedding preparations. Over the weekend, she had gone and found a second gown for Paris. Seeing as how April could be either extremely hot, or extremely cold, she didn't want to risk being under or over dressed for the occasion. So, Liv decided to buy a second gown, and she'd take both.

While she picked out her gowns, Abby and Quinn went along with her and Karen and the three picked out their dresses for the wedding as well. Liv had to admit that seeing both Abby and Quinn with slightly swollen wombs were a welcomed sight. The women were only due two weeks apart. She hadn't told them about the baby yet, she and Fitz decided to wait until they were in the clear to tell everyone else. For now, their family was willing to keep their secret, but they knew once they were given the go ahead, everyone would know.

With the wedding being just about set, and their hotel and honeymoon arrangements had been settled, Liv was back to focusing on work once again. She was in the middle of reviewing the progress on a case when her phone rang. Liv smiled as she looked down and saw the picture of Fitz holding Liv in a bridal carry, her arms around his neck. If was the same picture they had used for the invitations.

"Hi." Liv said with a smile that took over her entire face. She was amazed at how much love she felt for this man, and how it only continued to grow.

"Hi." Fitz responded, feeling Liv's smile through the phone.

"How's your day going?"

"Great. In fact, I was thinking of bringing you and my babies some lunch." Fitz said with a smug grin. When they returned to DC, he and Liv had made an appointment with an OB/GYN and found that they were in fact having twins. Liv was worries she was too small to carry twins, but the doctor assured her many tiny women have carried twins, and they have been just fine. She agreed to keep a close eye on her progress to ease her mind.

"Lunch sounds great. How soon can you be here?" Liv asked. She knew she had just seen him early that morning, but she couldn't help but miss him anytime they were apart.

"I can be there in an hour. What are my babies in the mood for?"

"Manicotti."

"Manicotti it is. Shall I bring garlic bread as well?"

"Do you even have to ask?"

"Touché."

"I'll see you soon."

"Bye for now."

Liv hung up the phone and couldn't help the smile that seemed to be a permanent fixture on her face nowadays. She went back to her case and made notes on the next steps that needed to be taken. Before she knew it 45 minutes had passed, and she knew Fitz would be there soon.

Liv smiled as she saw Abby walk into her office, but her face quickly dropped. She wasn't sure what was going on, but Abby was clearly in a panic.

"Liv, you need to come out here, now."

Liv stood and followed a panic stricken Abby into the lobby and frozen as she saw Edison... AND Kenneth both standing in front of her, each holding a bouquet of roses. She didn't know what she was going to do, but she needed both of them out of the office before Fitz showed up. Not that she was doing anything wrong, but this was not the time for them to be here.

"What are you doing here?" Liv asked speaking to neither in particular.

"I came to ask for another chance." They both blurted out in unison. The men looked at each other, both wanting to prove their case, but both wanted to be the first to speak. Instead of waiting, Kenneth decided to go first.

"Look, Liv, I'm divorced now. I have always been in love with you and I am so sorry for the way I treated you in the past. If you'll give me-"

"Liv, I know we hadn't dated for long, if at all depending on how you view it, but I honestly felt something there. I want to try to pursue this and see where it goes." Edison asked with pleading eyes. Just as Liv was about to turn them both away, the elevator doors opened and Fitz stepped into the lobby.

"What's going on here?" Fitz asked as he took in both Kenneth and Edison.

"Fitz, they were just leaving." Liv said just wishing the men would go.

"But Liv, I love you!" Kenneth cried as he stepped closer to Liv. "I deserve another chance."

"As do I." Edison spat.

Liv watched Fitz jaw tighten and her eyes zoomed to the party diamond lilies he was holding in his hand. Three men standing before her, professing their love, but there was no contest. Fitz was the only man for her. Fitz walked over to Liv and and handed her lunch and flowers to Abby who had recently taken up post next to her friend. He wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her flush against his body. Her hands found their way into his hair, as his lips hungrily claimed hers. He smiled as she moaned against his mouth as his tongue possessively sought her own out. He knew these men were no competition for him, but that didn't stop the anger and jealousy from rising within him. Fitz broke the kiss, leaving Liv on slightly shaking legs. Liv braced herself against the doorframe and clenched her legs together. She knew what Fitz was about to do, and that turned her on even more.

"Look, I don't know, and I really don't give a flying fuck what you two jokers think you are doing here. Liv is with me where she belongs and that is where she's going to stay. Your attempts at her hand, with roses! She hates roses! You two are pathetic and aren't even fit to lick the bottom of her shoes. So why don't you go be good little puppies and leave with your tail between your legs, before I get mad."

"Fitzgerald Grant, you honestly think because you made if out of the friend zone and into her pants that you have some claim to her? You are truly pathetic. She'll get bored with you and she'll seek me out. She always does." Kenneth responded with a smug grin. That grin was instantly wiped off of his face as Fitz's fist made contact with his jaw. Edison who was clearly a non-factor in this moment stood silently in hopes the men would go at it, that way he'd have his chance to show Liv he was the right choice.

Kenneth simply laughed im Fitz's face as his hand went to cover his cheek. He wasn't going to fight him on it. He'd just wait until Liv became bored, and he'd have her anyway. Little did he know, those days were truly gone.

Liv stepped into Kenneth and the look on her face caused him to take a step back. At first she was mad at herself for actually sending Huck out with Harrison for the day, but that anger quickly turned to rage at hearing Kenneth's assumption of her.

"Five, you do not just show up at my office unannounced, pretending that I didn't dismiss you over a year ago. Four, the lengths to which you are going to try to shame Fitz is pathetic, you should really seek help for your insecurities. Three, Fitz can please me in ways that you have never imagined. He does things to my body you wouldn't even know how to accomplish. Two, in two weeks I will no longer be his FIANCÉ , but his wife, his lover, his confidante, and best friend so one, I suggest you take your cheap corner store roses, shove them up your ass, find the nearest train and jump in front of it because I want nothing to do with you or Edison EVER again."

Liv was seething. Her chest was heaving and her eyes were wide, full of rage. Fitz placed his arm around Liv's waist and pulled her against him, a move that calmed her down instantly. Edison remained calm, while Kenneth simply chuckled. He knew Liv was putting on a front. He'd ride it out though and wait for her call.

"Mark my words pretty boy, she'll tire of you. I can't imagine you'd keep her satisfied the way I can." Kenneth spat. He turned and entered the elevator, wearing a smug grin before Liv or Fitz could respond.

With Edison and Kenneth gone, Liv turned to Fitz. What she saw broke her heart. His eyes were filled with doubt. He knew she was in love with him and would never betray him, she was sure of it, but that didn't stop Kenneth's words from planting a seed in the soil Mellie fertilized with her shit.

Liv walked to Abby and collected her flowers and their lunch, then walked over to Fitz and grabbed his hand in hers. "Abby, I trust you can handle things here."

"Of course Liv, whatever you need."

"Good, because I'm taking the rest of the day off." Liv turned to Fitz who still hadn't spoken a word since Kenneth and Edison left. Liv placed her hand on Fitz's chest and looked into his hardened eyes. "Fitz, take me home."

*****SPICE******

Liv opted to ride back to their house with Fitz, as Abby agreed to have Huck sand Harrison drop it off at the house later in the day. The ride was quiet, and Fitz barely spoke as he made his way back to their Georgetown estate in record time.

When they entered the home, Fitz looked more relaxed, but Liv could tell Kenneth's words were still bothering him. She grabbed two glasses and a bottle of wine. She poured them both a glass for both of them, then went to grab plates to dish out their lunch. She felt his presence before she heard his footsteps closing in on her. Liv stilled as she waited to see if Fitz was going to speak.

Instead of speaking, Fitz closed the distance between him and Liv. He removed the plates from her hand and set them on the counter, before spinning her around in his arms. His eyes were roaming her body, trying to take in as much of her as possible. It wasn't enough, he needed to feel her, taste her, hear her scream as her body writhed under him.

Liv could feel Fitz's insecurities radiating off of his flesh. She knew she had to let him have this moment where she submitted to him completely. She needed to show him he was the only man she'd ever want or need ever. So when he picked her up and set her on the counter, she said nothing.

Fitz froze and searched Liv's eyes, seeking assurance. Even when he needed to be in total control, he wouldn't do so without her permission. Seeing the hesitation in his eyes caused Liv's heart to swell. She reached for his hands, and placed them on her breasts, showing him it was ok. Fitz's palmed the mounds in his hands as if he was seeing them for the first time, as if he was learning them all over again. They were fuller than they were before, a side effect of pregnancy Fitz rather enjoyed.

He pinched her nipples through her blouse, causing her to moan. In that moment Liv saw the change in his eyes as he ripped the blouse open, sending buttons flying everywhere. He wasted no time discarding her blouse and bra, leaving them a pile on the floor.

She sucked in a sharp breath as his mouth latched onto her neck, sucking hard on her spot just beneath her earlobe. Her hands found his hair, and pulled harder than she intended as his teeth sunk into the tender flesh, which only served to spur him on. Fitz let Liv down long enough to remove her clothing before he turned her around and leaned her over the counter.

"Tell me your mine." Fitz demanded as his hand came down hard on her ass. Liv whimpered and bit her lip as she began to feel the proof of her arousal, dripping down her thigh. She tried to respond, but Fitz's hand making contact with her ass once again, rendered her speechless.

"Tell me baby, tell me I'm the only one who can make you this wet." Fitz demanded as his hand made it's way between her slick folds.

"The only one. I'm yours Fitz." Liv moaned as she felt Fitz's fingers slide inside of her dripping heat. He began pumping them in and out of her at a rapid pace, while his thumb began the delicious assault on her clit. It didn't take long before he felt Liv clenching down around his fingers. He increased the pressure on her sensitive nub, and bit down on her shoulder, sending over a cliff.

Liv willed the room to stop spinning as she came down from her orgasm. Fitz gave her just enough time to recover before he picked her up and carried her into the living room. Fitz laid down on the sofa and pulled Liv on top of him and moaned as she shoved her tongue into his mouth.

When they came up for air, Fitz grabbed Liv by her waist, and positioned her core just over his mouth. Just as Liv was about to protest, Fitz hooked his arms around her thighs and pulled her down towards him. Liv cried out as she felt Fitz's tongue penetrate her core. She hated the fact that one man could have so much control over her body, but she loved it at the same time. Fitz's hands palmed her ass roughly causing her to rock back and forth against him.

Liv's hand grabbed onto the sofa to brace her as she felt herself coming close to the edge again. Fitz drew her nub into his mouth and sucked on it hard. Fitz felt Liv's legs begin to tremble and he knew she was close. He inserted his fingers into his core, and hooked them hitting her spot. This was Liv's undoing as she screamed out his name, followed by a trail of expletives as she succumbed to her second orgasm.

On wobbly legs, Liv climbed off of Fitz who stood behind her. She grabbed his hand and began to lead him to the stairs. Deciding the hallway was far enough, Liv pushed Fitz against the wall, and hungrily claimed his mouth with her own. The taste of herself on his tongue as she sucked on it hard, was creating a new wave of arousal to stir within her. Liv hastily discarded of Fitz's pants and boxers, and immediately was on her knees in front of him.

"Liv, you don't have to do this." Fitz said with shaky breath. Honestly he'd have no objection if she did, but he never wanted her to feel like she ever had to reciprocate.

"Shut up Fitz, I want... I need to. I need to taste you right now." Liv responded as she stroked his member a few times before gliding her tongue across the tip. She moaned as she tasted his salty essence forming on the tip. She locked eyes with Fitz before taking him completely into her mouth. No matter how hard he tried, Fitz simply could not look away. Watching her head bob up and down as her eyes never left his was making him even harder in the moment. Liv massaged his balls, causing Fitz's fist to slam into the wall as his other hand made it's way into her hair. It wasn't long before he felt the familiar tightening signaling he was close. He didn't want to finish just yet, and especially not like this.

"Livvie, I need to be inside you, now." Fitz whined as he pushed Liv back gently, and pulled her to a standing position.

Once Liv was on her feet, Fitz lifted Liv and slammed her hard against the wall. Her legs instinctively wrapped around his waist, as their mouths collided in a feverish duel. With his hands on his waist, Fitz lowered Liv onto his throbbing erection, causing them both to cry out at the contact.

"Fuck! Liv you're so wet... So tight... God I fucking love you so much!" Fitz growled against her ear.

"Shut up and fuck me!" Liv demanded as her mouth claimed Fitz's once again.

Fitz began pounding into Liv hard as he hooked his arms under her knees. He brought her knees up to her chest, and began thrusting so deep, Liv swore she could feel him in her stomach. Fitz broke the kiss and slowed his movements as he looked Liv in the eyes. She smiled as she sensed what made him stop.

"No Fitz, you're not hurting the babies."

"Are you sure?"

"Positive."

That was all Fitz needed to hear as he continued his deep animalistic thrusts, pounding into Liv harder than he ever had before. She wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling his head down to her rapidly bouncing breasts. Fitz didn't hesitate to drawn her brown bud into his mouth, sucking hard until she felt him beginning to contract around him. Fitz repeated the process with the other breast as his thumb sought out her clit. Liv's pants and moans quickly turned to screams. Once they became whimpers, Fitz knew she was close yet again.

"I want you to say it as you come Livvie. Scream it for me baby."

As if on cue, Liv's body began to tremble then tense up completely. "Fitz! I'm yours! Holy FUCK I'm yours!" Liv screamed, as she came harder than she had all day. She realized she had to have blacked out because the next thing she knew, Fitz hit one final deep thrust, coating her walls with his seed.

Fitz kept them both propped against the wall until he regained feeling in the lower half of his body. He lowered Liv's legs to around his waist, and carried her upstairs. When he entered the bathroom, he set Liv down on the counter, before starting the shower. He walked back to her and cupped her face in his hands.

"I love you Livvie, so so much." Fitz said as he tenderly pecked her lips.

"I love you too Fitz. More than you'll ever know. But Fitz honey?"

"Yes Livvie?"

"I don't ever want to have this conversation again. Understand?"

"Understood, but can we still do that again? Taking you like that... The kitchen... and the living room... and the hallway... It was fucking hot!"

"I'd be pissed off if we didn't."

"Good. Now, let's get showered. We have lunch that needs to be heated and babies to feed."

A/N the song used in this chapter was Count On Me - Whitney Houston & CeCe Winans. As always, thoughts and comments are welcome, and please let me know if the "Spice" divider I used was annoying or a help for both those who like the spice and those that try to skip it.