So we have finally reached the end of this journey. I am so overly emotional right now, I cried writing this entire chapter. I will say this. I urge you all to revisit chapter one and re-read, before reading this update. I didn't realize that I had taken them so far until I had re-read it for myself, which many of you know was hard because I don't read my own work. To me, reading the prologue first, just made this epilogue so much more meaningful. Thank you all for being so amazing with your follows, faves, and reviews. I may not have been able to respond to all of you, but i have read every single one. This is a journey I will never forget. XOXOXO
New Years Eve 2014
Olivia
Liv sat at her vanity applying the finishing touches to her makeup. She was bordering exhaustion as they had just returned home from Davanti Grodo a few hours ago, but she refused to miss this milestone gathering.
For tonight she had chosen a red strapless floor length Versace gown which clung to all of her best assets. She wanted to look her best, it was after all New Years Eve. She would be arriving at the OPGA New Years Eve bash on the arm of the most handsome man in the world. She had come a long way in the past ten years since moving to Washington DC.
When she first embarked upon this journey ten years ago, she never would have imagined that her life would have changed so much in a decade. She was now married to the man of her dreams, and together they had six of the most amazing children you will ever have the pleasure of meeting.
This year Jerry would be spending New Years Eve with his girlfriend Nichelle. They had met during their last day of classes their freshman year at GWU. They immediately connected over coffee and hilarious tales of their younger siblings. Liv could tell Jerry was serious about this girl. He had just brought her home to meet the family shortly before they left for Davanti Grodo Island.
Fitz loved Nichelle as he thought she was good for Jerry. She kept him centered, and she was a strict believer of family always comes first as she was also the eldest of 4. She was 5'4, and her petite frame and wild mass of jet black curls which switched often to straight jet black hair which hung to her mid back struck Fitz as oddly familiar. Her silky mocha skin seemed to glow effortlessly, and Fitz had to admit that she strongly resembled Liv. Like they say, a boy tends to favor a girl that reminds him of his mother, and with Nichelle taking an interest in crisis management and her no bullshit take charge attitude, Jerry had officially picked Liv's clone.
Liv... Well, she liked Nichelle, she just didn't like the fact that Nichelle was taking her baby boy away, and for that reason distanced herself from the girl. She knew Jerry wasn't that same 9 year old kid anymore. He was 19, a sophomore in college, and was embarking on a life all his own. Didn't mean she liked it.
Where Liv had a problem with Nichelle, Fitz was struggling to accept Karen's boyfriend Micah. Fitz was able to get past the grunge look. The electric blue hair, and black finger nails surprisingly worked for this kid. What he couldn't get past was the way he looked at Karen as if she had hand painted the sky and hung the moon, all in a day. This kid was the epitome of "looks can be deceiving" as he was an AP student who was a sure thing for valedictorian. At 17, he knew what he wanted out of life, but the look in his eyes told Fitz that Micah wanted Karen to take that journey with him. He knew that look because that was the same way he looked, still looks at Liv.
The "Fearless Four" as Fitz had dubbed the younger children, had brought in the New Year earlier with their parents, and thanks to Fitz's help as she got ready, should now nestled in their beds at their grandparents homes; the boys with Susan and Gerry, and the girls with Eli and Maya.
Liv finished applying the finishing touches of her smoky eyes and red lip, and walked over to the mirror to take in her full ensemble. Even after having two sets of twins, she had to admit that she looked damned good for her 43 years of age. Her pin straight hair hadn't even begun to show signs of graying. She had lost all but ten pounds from her last pregnancy, all of it settling in her hips, breast, and ass. Fitz never once complained, in fact, it seemed as if he touched her even more so now, than he had a decade ago when she was ten pounds lighter. She couldn't stop the smile that formed as she thought of her journey with Fitz.
Fitz had taught her so much over the years. The most important lesson was how to not be afraid. She used to be afraid to trust, to love, to just live in the moment. She was afraid to let herself just be, here.
When she had her last encounter with Kenneth so many years ago, and it almost cost her the greatest love she had ever known, Liv decided to stop being afraid and just go for it. Sure life can be messy and painful and downright unpredictable, but she now knew that THAT, was part of what made getting to your desired destination, so great.
The adventures they had embarked upon, the crazies, the obsessed, all the way to their dream wedding in Paris, in front of the Eiffel tower, to raising six children, to the sadness of losing their beloved aunts, they had gone through it all together. They had decided that brisk March evening in the back yard to just give this their all, and it was the best decision either of them had ever made.
For 38 years she had been in love with this man. To finally have him in her life as not only her best friend, but her husband and father of her children was something she was thankful for every day. Thinking back she couldn't believe how stupid she was to have let the best thing in her life get away, but the more she thought about it the more the saying rang true.
If you love something set it free. If it comes back it's yours...
Liv finished placing her diamond studs in her ears and looked up to give herself a final onceover. She smiled into the mirror as she saw the most desirable being with sparkling blue eyes, standing in the doorway, just watching her.
Fitz
"Hi." Fitz said as he looked longingly at his wife in the mirror. Even after all this time she still managed to take his breath away.
"Hi. What are you doing up here?" She replied to his reflection in the mirror. He was supposed to be waiting for her downstairs so they wouldn't be tempted.
"This is my bedroom." He replied matter-of-factly.
"Where are the kids?"
"Two houses and a half block away." Fitz responded as he walked up behind Liv and wrapped his arms around her waist. He allowed his eyes to roam her body in the mirrors reflection, and licked his lips as he definitely approved of what he saw. He would definitely be by her side all night. There was no doubt in his mind that if he let her out of his sights, men would be all over her. Out was taking every ounce of strength to not pounce her right now.
"You look flawless. Absolute stunning." Fitz said as his hand grazed the flesh of Liv's thigh, thanks to a dangerously high slit in her gown.
"Thank you Mr. Grant. You look amazing yourself."
Fitz continued watching their reflection in the mirror, and had to admit they looked sexy as fuck. Although his hair now reflected the early signs of graying, Liv begged him to not touch it as she thought the faint streaks of gray made him look even sexier - almost James Bond like, if you will. Liv had yet to show signs of aging. Even after bearing four children, she still looked every bit like she did at 33. She had filled out a little, but in the most arousing of ways. Fitz found his hands roaming her body, as the subtle changes from pregnancy were gloriously accented in this gown.
Never in a million years would he have believed he would be married to the love of his life, or that they would have six of the most amazing kids anyone could have ever been blessed with. If someone would have told him that this was the journey he would have been taken on over the past decade, he probably would have had them committed. And to think that Mellie walking out on him, ten years ago today, was mind blowing back then, but had ultimately changed his life for the better. Back then it was the worst moment of his life as he was worried about how it would affect his children, but today, here he stood the luckiest man in the world, as he finally knew what it felt like to have it all.
Being a power couple that only came second to the nation's first couple was something that Fitz never considered. Yet here he was with restaurants in every state across the nation, all while Liv didn't get days sleeping dragons and taming the nation's elite. They were a household name, and through it all, had managed to keep their personal lives private.
"We should get going. We don't want to be late to our own party." Liv moaned out as Fitz had unknowingly begun squeezing his wife's breast with one hand, the other hand had worked its way under his wife's gown, and was now sliding into her panties.
"Hmmmm... Just ten minutes?" Fitz pleaded as he consciously continued slipping his hand inside of the almost nonexistent material.
Liv placed her hands on Fitz's arms and moaned. "We have to stop."
Fitz spun Liv in his arms so quickly, she didn't know what hit her. He took one of her hands in his, and the other arm snaked around her waist. "I am going to spend the whole night dancing, but I want this first dance to be alone, with you."
Liv looked into Fitz's glazed over eyes and gasped as it suddenly became harder to breathe. She continued to allow him to sway them back and forth to the tune in his head, as her hand slid up his arm. She hesitated at his shoulder for a moment, before snaking her hand the rest of the way until it nestled into his hair. Without a second thought to her makeup, Liv pulled Fitz's head down so their lips connected.
It didn't take long for him to deepen the kiss. The thrashing of tongues and the sucking of lips, had Liv's head clouded. It wasn't until she felt Fitz's weight on her body as he attempted to lay her down on the desk, that she broke out of the moment.
"Fitz... Stop." She said as her hands moved to his chest to push him away.
"No." He responded as he began kissing her harder.
"Fitz..." She said again, this time in the sternest voice she could muster. With what little will power she had left, she was finally able to push his body off of hers.
She stood with her hands in outstretched in front of her, trying to catch her breath, before using them to steady herself against the desk. That was honestly the hardest thing she had ever had to do as she felt her panties soaked with arousal.
Fitz looked at his wife, ashamed that he was lost in the moment, but unashamed of how his body always seemed to react to her. "Livvie, you are the most important person in my life. After ten years of marriage, my body still has the need to become one with you, every chance I get. I can' .stop. Can you?"
Liv took in at how sexy Fitz looked in his Tom Ford tux. His hair was disheveled from her hands roaming, and his lips were bee stung from her sucking on them as if she'd die without their connection. She could no longer ignore the aching between her thighs. She needed him now, party be damned.
Liv slowly backed herself towards the desk so it was pressing against the back of her thighs. Without breaking eye contact, she lifted herself onto the desk, and parted her legs enticingly.
Fitz willingly accepted Liv's invitation and maintained eye contact as he stepped between her parted thighs. They stilled for a moment, just taking each other in, before their mouths came together in a heated blaze of passion.
This kiss was unlike any other kiss they had ever experienced in their ten years of marriage. As they took turns biting and sucking on each others bottom lips, they were literally sucking the life from each others body. Needing to break for oxygen, Fitz began kissing a trail down Liv's neck.
He placed a tender kiss on her breasts, and moaned as Liv's hands slid once again into his hair. He placed two kisses on her abdomen, a silent thanks for the two pregnancies, and the four beautiful children who had grown there. He placed a final kiss over her clothed core, and he shivered as he could feel the heat radiating from her center, even with her panties and dress covering her. He slowly slid her panties down her thighs, and watched as her Black Louboutin 4"heel clad feet stepped out of them one by one.
He looked up at Liv, his eyes reflecting his appreciation her for being the greatest blessing in his life. The love she showed for him knew no bounds, and he was truly blessed to be able to call her his own.
The way Fitz was looking into her eyes had Liv on the verge of combusting with need. She cupped his face into her hands, and pulled him up as their mouths reconnected.
Fitz slid Liv's gown up her thighs, cupping her ass in the process. He hastily lifted her, and set her down on the desk, as his hand worked its way towards her core.
Liv wasn't sure what came over her, but she felt this carnal need to be one with her husband as quickly as possible. She broke the kiss long enough to unbuckle his belt and unfasten his pants, before Fitz reconnected their mouths once again.
Fitz wasted no time lining himself up with her core, and sheathing himself fully inside. Right now, there were no time for games, as release was desperately needed on both sides. Their moans and grunts of pleasure filled the room until they both found their release, together.
"Do you feel better now?" Liv asked as her head rested heavily on Fitz's shoulder.
"Much better, thank you."
"Good. Because you aren't getting any until next year..."
"Hmmmm...I can wait 4 hrs."
"Let's get ready."
"Ok "
Quinn
"Chris, Emily, thank you so much for watching Jonah for us tonight." Quinn said as she took in her son and his fiancé sitting on the sofa watching old episodes of Big Bang Theory.
"Any time mom. I'm just glad you finally go out on New Years." Chris responded. The look on his face told Quinn he was reflecting on the past.
"Well I've finally found the perfect person to celebrate with.. Okay Jonah, give mommy a hug and kiss."
8 year old Jonah jumped off of the sofa and ran into his mother's embrace. He kissed his mother and father goodbye, and returned to his brother and future sister-in-law on the sofa.
What a difference ten years had made. Where Quinn was once was sure she was destined for a future of solitude. She had actual begun to believe her father when he said that no one would want a divorced woman with a child. But now, as she was standing in the mirror, smoothing out her gold evening gown, she knew she was destined for great things.
"You look amazing." Ethan said as he softly pecked Quinn's lips.
"You look amazing yourself." She replied as she helped him into his coat and smoothed out his lapels.
"Shall we get going?"
"We shall."
This year for New Years, she and Ethan would be bringing in 2015 at Mio Dolce Olivia at the OPGA party. Christopher was on big brother duty watching Jonah, which was fine since he had his fiancé Emily to assist him. Although they were 17 years apart, Christopher always treated Jonah as if he were the most important person in his life. He always put his little brother first, and Emily often said that his love for Jonah was one of the reasons why she fell in love with him so quickly.
Quinn never thought in a million years she'd feel so complete. She was the superintendent of DC schools, the mouthy of two wonderful boys, and a wife to the man of her dreams. As she stepped into the passenger side of their car, she thanked god that life was finally good.
Abby
"Matt come on! We're going to be late, you know Liv hates it when people are late!" Abby yelled from the living room as he gave herself a once over in the mirror. She had to admit that Matt knew exactly what he was doing when he picked out this green floor length Dior evening gown to wear for the evening.
"I'm coming now! And trust me, I'm sure we'll be there way before Olitz shows up."
"This is true, but still I'm ready to go."
"Why can't I go?" Sparrow asked as she frowned from her spot on the sofa next to her babysitter.
"Because this is an adult party. Daddy and I will call you as soon as the new year kicks in." Abby said as she kissed her daughter's forehead
"You should be happy we're letting you stay up so late. I'm sure Jonah and the twins are already asleep." Matt added as he too placed a kiss on his daughter's head.
"Yes daddy." Sparrow responded with a pout. She couldn't stand when her father took her mother's side. It just wasn't right.
Abby smiled at her daughter as she had a feeling of what she was thinking. She honestly loved the relationship Sparrow and Matt had. When she was six, they told her that he wasn't her actual father in blood, but he was her father in every way that mattered. Sparrow didn't seem to care as she loved her daddy, and couldn't imagine her life with anyone else in it.
Abby thought back to ten years ago and how she used to pray that Stephen would just be committed to her. Now looking over at Matt who was putting on his long wool coat, she was glad she found the strength to let Stephen go. Matt was everything and more, and showed her was love truly was.
XxXxXxX
"Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Fitzgerald Grant III, and your hostess for this evening, Mrs. Olivia Grant."
Liv and Fitz walked into Mio Dolce Olivia and smiled at everyone in attendance. Their best friends and coworkers were all there, everyone was looking their best. The crowd stood and prepared to welcome their guests of honor and soon, cat calls and whistling could be heard throughout the room. As they made their way through the crowd, Fitz stilled for a moment before pulling Liv in for a heart stoping kiss.
"What was that for Mr. Grant?"she asked as she licked her lips, savoring the remaining taste of his mouth on hers. Her eyes were glossed over, and Fitz had to refrain himself from pulling her into his office, and bending her over his desk.
"That, was just because you are you, Mrs. Grant."
"Hmmm..."
He leaned in close to her body so his lips were pressed against her ear "Don't worry, there will be more of where that came from a little later on." He said just before kissing the spot just below her ear.
"Promise?" She asked as she playfully batted her eyelashes at him.
"Sweet baby, I guaren-fucking-tee it." He responded as his hand slipped to her lower back and led her through the crowd.
This was definitely going to be a very interesting evening.
The two of them made their way through the crowd, stopping to chat with friends along the way. When they finally arrived at their table, Abby, Quinn, James, and their spouses were all waiting to greet them with open arms.
"Liv you look amazing!" Cyrus said as he brought his former student into his arms for a hug. Liv had always been a beautiful woman, but since having Fitz in her life, she had this ethereal glow that never seemed to fade.
"Thank you Cyrus. You are looking very dapper yourself. How's Ella?" She asked referring to the now two year old girl Cyrus and James had adopted around the same time Tyler and Teddy were born.
"Ella's great! Growing like a weed. She asks for Teddy all the time. " He replied as James was right beside him, immediately in daddy mode flaunting pictures of their beautiful daughter.
"We'll definitely have to set something up." Liv replied. She and James spent a few moments scrolling through their phones, sharing pictures of the kids. Abby and Quinn eventually joined in, while the husbands all sat and started off on a conversation of their own.
Since dinner was later than normal, they tried to keep the menu options light. Liv had opted for the grilled chicken and glazed asparagus, while Fitz had opted for the shrimp scampi. Their friends watched on as they fed each other, and even laughed as Liv managed to steal the biggest shrimp off of Fitz's plate.
"Good to see some things never change." Quinn said, referring to the same day almost ten years ago when Liv and Fitz had first become an item.
The friends finished eating their dinner and engaging in small talk. Although they still had their lunch dates, life in General had changed, and what was once a daily gathering slowly became weekly, then once a month. It was nice for them to just sit and talk without time restraints hanging over them. Fitz had noticed that Liv was already on her fourth glass of champagne, and instead of saying something, he immediately began strategizing on how this night would evolve once they got home.
Once their places were cleared, Fitz stood and extended his hand to Liv. "May I have this dance?"
Liv looked up with tear filled eyes as she heard the opening lyrics to "Kissing You" by Faith Evans was playing in the background. She gingerly placed her hand in his, and allowed him to lead her onto the dance floor.
"It's our song." She whimpered as she entered Fitz's arms and began swaying with him to the music. She rested her head on his chest, and allowed herself to drift back ten years ago, to when they had shared the kiss that would later set the foundation of their current relationship.
Flashback
"Fitz!" Abby yelled, effectively pulling Fitz from his thoughts.
"What? I'm sorry Abbs, I was-"
"Completely zoned out Fitz! I don't know what has you so sprung on this one, but if it's bothering you that she's dancing with that man so much, go get her away from him!"
Suddenly Fitz's face took on a sad look, one none of his friends had ever seen before. "I can't Abby, not yet. I'm not even divorced yet. Can you imagine the message that would send regardless of whether of not Mellie left me for another man. The message it would send to Liv? She's not some rebound Abby. Liv, is the love of my life. I need to do this right. For now, I have no choice but to sit back and pray she doesn't find someone else." Fitz said, his voice trailing off at the end as he watched Liv grinding against another man. Fitz felt a tightening in his pants as he realized that Liv's eyes never left his. She was dancing with another man, but her thoughts were with him. He smiled as he saw her lips move as if she was speaking directly to him.
"I've never left your side." She mouthed letting Fitz know she was waiting for when the time was right. Not just for him, but for them. He couldn't just go out there and stake his claim on her, right? Fitz shook off the thought and continue watching the love of his life on the dance floor.
"Do you see this?! They are eye fucking across the room!" Abby yelled, causing Fitz and Quinn to turn in her direction. James had turned in as Cyrus had ended his shift and wanted to spend some alone time with his fiancé.
"Fitz, go dance with her. There is no harm in a dance." Quinn said as she watched Fitz's head turn back in Liv's direction. Fitz watched as Liv motioned sensually for him to come to her. She was finished dancing with this man and wanted nothing more than to spend some time with Fitz.
Fitz stood and made his way out onto the dance floor and over to Liv.
"Yasss! Get it Fitz!" Abby yelled, proud of her friend.
"Don't hurt anybody!" Quinn added just as equally proud.
Fitz halted his strides and turned to his friends. " Trust me, this will be a hurt she wants." Fitz said with a wink.
Fitz took the longest strides he had ever taken in his life and soon the dancers seemed to have parted like the red sea. Fitz seemed to pick up his pace as he watched the man whisper something in Liv's ear.
"Excuse me, but I think you've held my date up long enough." Fitz said as his eyes were piercing into the slightly shorter man's eyes.
"So, what are you going to do? Throw me out?" The man said as he took a step closer to Fitz, completely invading his personal space. Seeing what was going on, bouncers immediately flocked towards Fitz.
"Gentlemen, please escort this clown out of here." Fitz said so calmly it sent chills down Liv's spine.
"And who the fuck are you?" The man challenged back.
"The owner of this establishment. Oh, and my date, the woman you are so hesitantly trying to prevent me from dancing with... Her name is on this building, by my orders." Fitz said with a smug grin on his face as his security escorted the man out of the club.
Fitz turned his attention to Liv and noticed Abby and Quinn return to their seats. Those were his girls, ready to cut a bitch for him in a second. Fitz heard the song that began to play, and turned to Liv with a smile.
"Dance with me." Fitz said as he wrapped his arms around Liv's waist. Liv smiled as she realized the song that was playing. She had told Fitz their last day in Italy that this would always be their song. Liv slid her arms around Fitz's neck while Fitz's hands gripped tighter on Liv's waist as they swayed back and forth to the music.
And I can't believe it's real
Can't believe it's you
I can't believe it's happening
I can't believe it's true
And I can't believe that you are here with me
And I am here with you
(Kissing you) Softly kissing you
(Kissing you) Forever kissing you
(Kissing you) Kissing you
Fitz's hands began roaming Liv's neck as Liv began tenderly stroking Fitz's cheek. Her eyes drifted from Fitz's eyes to his lips and back, willing for him to kiss her.
I can't believe my eyes
I don't know what to do
I can't believe you are mine
Nor that I'm lying here with you
And I can't believe you're making love with me
And I'm making it with you
(Kissing you) Softy kissing you
(Kissing you) Forever kissing you
(Kissing you) Kissing you
Fitz watched as Liv's eyes focused in on his lips as he couldn't help bit do the same. He hesitated for a moment before tilting Liv's head upwards and pressing his lips gently against hers. Immediately the crowd of onlookers seemed to disappear and it was now just the two of them with their lips pressed together, gently swaying to the music.
Through the night I feel you fire
And there's nothin' but you in my mind
As you quench me of all my desires
And I melt in ecstasy, oh I
Fitz's tongue darted out of his mouth and swept gently across Liv's lips, begging for entrance. Liv parted her lips, and moaned as his tongue sought hers out slowly and sensually. The fire that was coursing through their veins only intensified as Fitz deepened the kiss, and Liv returned it with equal fervor.
I can't believe it's real
I can't believe it's true
I can't believe that you chose me
When I was choosing you
And I can't believe that you are here with me
And I am here with you
(Kissing you) Softly kissing you
(Kissing you) Forever kissing you
(Kissing you) Oh gently kissing you
(Kissing you) Kissing you
(Kissing you) Kissing you
(Kissing you) Oh, kissing you
As the song came to an end, Liv and Fitz reluctantly pulled apart, both in much need of oxygen. Quinn and Abby had been sitting at the table and decided to place a little wager on how long it would take the two of them to get together.
"I say six months, tops." Quinn said, keeping in mind that Fitz was still after all going through the divorce.
"I give them 45 minutes." Abby said as she realized Fitz's hand had drifted down to cup Liv's ass missing, and he had yet to remove it, nor did Liv ask him to.
Liv looked up at Fitz through hooded eyes. There was nothing she wanted more than to have Fitz take her home and make love to her all evening long, but of course fear stepped in the way once again.
"Fitz..."
"Yes Livvie?"
"How about we call it a night and head home to watch a movie?"
"I say lead the way."
End Flashback
After their dance, the Liv and Fitz began making their rounds through the room as the dance floor opened up to their guests. They greeted their friends and employees one by one, but always managed to look eyes from across the room.
Finally it was nearing midnight, and Fitz went off to go look for Liv. After scanning the crowd, Fitz finally spotted Liv on stage with Abby and Quinn. Knowing how much trouble Liv and their friends tend to get into, he decided to walk up to them and see exactly what was going on.
"Babe, it's 11:50."
"I know." Liv responded with a mischievous grin.
"So, what are you up to?" He asked, as he desperately wanted his wife in his arms when the clock struck midnight.
"We decided we would grace our guests with a song before the new year. We will be finished, and I will be in your arms by 11:59." Liv answered, effectively putting her husband's mind at ease. Before Fitz had a chance to respond, he heard Abby speaking into the microphone beside them.
"May we have your attention please? Our hostess has graciously agreed to bless our ears with her beautiful voice this evening. No worries, it will be over before the ball drops."
Everyone began making their way towards the stage. Liv looked directly at Fitz, and motioned for him to join them on stage. He hesitated for a moment, before taking his wife's hand and allowing her to lead him up the steps. She led him over to a chair, and kissed him with everything she had in her, before making her way to the first mic.
Fitz watched his wife prepare to belt out whatever song she had planned, and took in her stance. She really could have been a singer if she wanted to, her stage presence was very commanding of the audiences attention.
He thought back to when she had considered to run for office, and felt hi heart strings pull as he was willing to follow her through any walk of life. Instead of running for office and winning as he knew he could, Liv had decided that the even longer hours away from the children and thrusting them into the public eye wasn't worth it. She liked her life of slaying dragons as running DC behind the scenes more than she like a life of public power. She also liked coming home early to the children and making love to her husband when everyone had gone to bed. She liked working for herself as a free woman instead of being held prisoner in the crown jewel of America's prison system, and he was okay with that.
He watched as Liv closed her eyes for a moment and opened them almost as quickly as she had closed them. The look in her eyes was awe inspiring, and he knew she was about to stun the crowd. She began to sing, and Fitz smiled as he immediately knew the song.
Everyone falls in love sometime
Sometimes it's wrong, and sometimes it's right
For every win, someone must fail
But there comes a point when
When we exhale
Yeah, yeah, say
Shoop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Yeah)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(All you got to say is shoo be doop)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo be doop)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop
Sometimes you'll laugh
Sometimes you'll cry
Life never tells us, the when's or why's
When you've got friends, to wish you well
You'll find your point when
You will exhale
(Yeah, yeah, say)
Shoop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo shoo shoo huh)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo be)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Say shoop say shoo be say shoo be)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Say shoo-hoo say sho)
Shoop be doop
Hearts are often broken
When there're words unspoken
In your soul there's answers to your prayers
If you're searching for a place you know
A familiar face, somewhere to go
You should look inside yourself
And you're halfway there
And sometimes you'll laugh
And sometimes you'll cry
Life never tells us, the when's or why's
But when you've got friends, to wish you well
You'll find your point when
You will exhale
Say
Shoop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo be)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo be)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo be)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo-hoo-hoo be)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Shoo be doop doop doop hoo hoo hoo)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(Do do shoo be shoo be feels alright)
Shoop be doop, shoop, shoop
(You can say oh)
Shoop be doop
When the song ended, Liv ran to sit in Fitz's lap as there were only 15 seconds left in the year. Abby, Quinn, and James surrounded them with their husbands by their sides, and together the friends brought in the New Year.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Liv gently cupped Fitz's face, and he eagerly cupped hers in response. They gazed lovingly into each others eyes as their mouths fused together for the first kiss of 2015. When they finally parted for air, they both stood and hugged their friends during this momentous occasion. It had been ten years since they embarked on this journey, and they all survived it, together.
Liv returned to Fitz and wrapped her arms around his neck. She placed a tender kiss just beneath his ear before whispering "Take me home." so only he could hear. The couple quickly said their goodbyes to their friends and employees, and made their way home.
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"Sweet baby, our bath is ready." Fitz called out as he leaned against the bathroom threshold. Liv smiled as she turned and saw her husband admiring her naked body from the door way.
When they entered the bathroom, Liv was surprised to see a trail of rose petals led the way to the very impressive bubble bath. Candles littered the room giving it a soft glow in conjunction with the burning fireplace. More rose petals clung to the mountain of bubbles and Liv knew it would be a bitch to clean up, but in this moment, she didn't care. After all this time, he still treated her like a queen.
Fitz left the bathroom only to return with two flutes and a bottle of champagne. He set them down on the edge of the tub before stepping in, and extending his hand to help Liv in as well.
Liv sighed contentedly as she reclined back into Fitz's arms. He enclosed her in his arms as they both welcomed the steaming water that was caressing their skin. Fitz began to slowly wash her body as she slumped further into him and began sipping on her champagne.
"You are always so good to me." She said as he was tenderly tending to every inch of her body. There were no sexual motives in this moment, he just wanted to make her feel as beautiful as she was. That didn't stop her from being extremely turned on from his ministrations.
"I told you a very long time ago that I was going to marry you and you would be my queen, forever."
"And to think, we strayed so far away from one another for so long..."
"It doesn't matter Livvie. None of that matters. Everything that we endured through our time apart only served to make sure we were prepared to spend the rest of our days together."
"Hmmmm, you're right. Right here, with you and the kids is where I want to be for the rest of my life."
"Here is where we will always be, together."
Fitz finished washing Liv's body, and allowed her to return the favor by washing his. When the sexual tension had finally built to sexual urgency, Fitz stood out of the water and wrapped a towel around his waist, before grabbing a towel to wrap around Liv as he helped her from the tub. His first instinct was to take her hard against the closest wall, but this would be their first time making love this year, and he wanted it to be special.
Liv looked at Fitz questioningly as they bypassed the bed, but quickly understood as he led her to the fireplace where a blanket along with strawberries, whipped cream, and more champagne had been set out.
"Take a sip." Fitz said as he handed her a glass and made sure he had an acceptable amount of whipped cream. When he was happy with the giant glob, he took the berry and traced over Liv's lips. He smiled as he placed the strawberry into his mouth and reunited their lips once again. The combination of the champagne, strawberry, and whipped cream was amazing as they sucked and nibbled on the others lips.
No words were spoken as they spent a few more moments feeding each other strawberries and sipping champagne. They decided enough was enough as neither could fight the sexual tension any longer. Liv cupped Fitz's face in her hands and kissed a bit of whipped cream off of his nose. As her eyes locked back onto his, Liv felt her arousal pooling between her thighs as she saw the love and tenderness in his eyes.
"Make love to me, Fitz"
Fitz watched the rising and falling of her chest as he reached behind her and released her hair from the single clip that was holding it in place. He bit his bottom lip as he watched her hair fall from it's restraint and cascade down her back.
He watched attentively as she slowly unwrapped the towel from around her body. She was without a doubt the most beautiful being he had ever laid eyes on. Without uttering a single word, Fitz laid her down and positioned himself between her thighs.
He drew her earlobe into his mouth, and felt himself hardening even more as she moaned when he took the sensitive flesh between his teeth. "You are so beautiful." he whispered into her ear as his teeth released it roughly. "And tonight, I am going to show you just how beautiful you truly are."
Fitz sat up and reached for the strawberries and whipped cream. He dipped a strawberry into the whipped cream, and began trailing paths to the most intimate parts of her body. When he had finished coating her body with the creamy substance, he held the strawberry to her lips, and moaned as her teeth ripped into the flesh of the fruit. She felt her arousal rising as she chewed the berry, morning as she could taste traces of herself on it.
"Can you taste how sweet you are?" He asked as he began kissing a path between her breasts. She sucked in a sharp breath and her back arched as his tongue glided around the curvature of each breast, taking the glob of whipped cream with him. He looked up to see Liv watching him with her bottom lip being he'll captive between her teeth and refused to let her get away with stifling her screams.
Fitz slowly drew one of her hardened nipples into his mouth, a silent demand that he wanted to heart every sound she made tonight. His tongue ran torturously slow around the hardened bud, cleaning all of the whipped cream off of her breast. He began to suck harder until she cried out in pleasure.
"Fitz... Please." she begged as he moved to the other side and repeated his actions.
Liv's head was swimming, the room was spinning, as Fitz was expertly heightening her arousal. She was suddenly aware of everything around her. The crackling of the fire seemed sharper and the glowing of the candles seemed brighter. Liv shivered in his arms when she heard the howling of the wind whipping outside of the window. This was one of the harshest days they've had so far this winter, and the wind was brutal. Feeling her body trembling beneath him, Fitz began trailing open mouthed kisses down her body.
"Do you want to take this into the bed?" He asked as he wondered if she was uncomfortable on the floor.
"No, don't stop." she pleaded as that was all she could get out in the moment.
The next few minutes were a blur of moans, squeals and mumbled obscenities as Fitz buried his head between her thighs and began feasting like a man starved, and she was his only chance at survival.
She grabbed hold of the blanket as Fitz's tongue worked every inch of her from her core to her clit. When his tongue brushed over the sensitive nub, he was amazed by how close she was. Still she was to quiet. Wanting to hear her scream, he drew the nub into his mouth and sucked on it hard.
Her nails raking across his shoulders would definitely leave welts in the morning, but didn't care. Hearing her cries of pleasure as she thrashed about against his mouth and exploded in orgasmic bliss was everything. Pleasing her is what he lived for. He would continue to please the woman under him however, whenever, and wherever she desired. He greedily lapped up the rewards of his handy work, only stopping when her body slumped underneath him.
Liv slowly opened her eyes as she felt her breath returning to her. She had never been made love to like this. Sure they have had beyond amazing encounters, but he had never had her climbing the walls and screaming to God for mercy the way he did right now. As she slowly opened her eyes, Liv felt her second wind washing over her as she took in Fitz's face which was drenched in her essence.
Not able to stand being away from him any longer, Liv pulled Fitz up so he was hovering over her, and claimed his mouth with her own. As her hands tangled into his hair, she felt herself becoming frustrated as she realized his towel was still wrapped around his waist. She began tearing away at the cloth, needing to feel his lower half against hearts. She smiled victoriously against his lips, as she Fred him from the cloth, and tossed it across the room. With two hands full of hair, Liv pulled Fitz away from her and gazed hungrily into his eyes.
"Own me." She begged as he looked down at her with equal intensity.
When their bodies finally joined together, they were sure they had died and gone to heaven. Liv was still amazed at how he managed to fill her so well, and by the way his face scrunched up, she could tell he loved how her walls gripped him so tightly.
His thrusts were slow and deep at first, making sure he didn't finish too quickly. Once their bodies had adjusted, he began to thrust faster, causing Liv to moan over and over.
Even with their bodies joined, it still wasn't enough. "Harder... Fitz... Deeper." She panted as she needed to feel more of him. Her whimpers of frustration as he pulled out, were quickly followed by moans of anticipation as he flipped her onto her stomach.
"Face down, ass up." Fitz ordered as he watched his wife excitedly squirming in anticipation. She had barely had a chance to position herself on her knees and rest her head on the pillow before he had entered her once again.
Fitz's fingers dug into the flesh of her hips as he resumed his thrusts. As he propped himself up on one knee, Fitz almost lost it as he looked down and saw Liv's face twisted in pleasure. But this wasn't just any look. He knew that look, and he knew what she wanted. And there was no way he was going to deny her.
Without warning Fitz's hand landed hard against her ass causing her to yelp in surprise. A purr rumbled from her throat as he massaged what she was sure to be a giant red mark.
The fact that she never had to tell him what she needed only served to turn her on even more. With a streak of boldness coursing through her Liv looked into Fitz's eyes. "Again" she said before tugging her lower lip between her teeth. Fitz, always wanting to give his Livvie what she needed, was more than willing to oblige.
The grunts and moans that were escaping her mouth were fueling Fitz's ego. He loved it when she screamed his praises, and tonight, she was screaming so loudly he was sure she'd lose her voice come morning. But he still needed to be deeper inside of her. Fitz grabbed a handful of Liv's hair and slid his arm around her waist before bringing her back flush against his chest.
Liv felt herself coming undone as one of Fitz's hands wrapped around her throat, as the other sought out her bundle of nerves once again. His mouth sought out the spot just below her ear, which he knew would be her undoing. He used his hand that was positioned around her throat slightly, to turn her face towards his. His mouth covered hers just as she let out guttural moan, her climax ripping through her.
The clamping sensation of her walls around him was too much for Fitz to withstand any longer. With one final thrust, he reached his peak, coating her walls with his seed. Both of their bodies spent, they collapsed to the floor, Fitz resting heavily on her body.
After a few beats, Fitz lifted his head and began placing kisses along her back. "Unless you're ready for round two, I suggest you stop doing that." He said as she was deliberately contracting her walls around what was now a newly forming erection.
"And if I'm ready for round two?" She asked, her voice dripping with lust.
"Then hold on baby because you are in for the ride of your life."
Liv closed her eyes as Fitz began placing kisses down the nape of her neck. It was then that she realized that everything, every argument every make-up, every tear shed had led them both to this very moment. She took in a deep breath as her hands found their way into Fitz's hair.
This was her life, her life was perfect. A loving husband, amazing children, a kick ass job, and great friends. For the first time in her entire life, as her husband was making love to her so tenderly, Liv allowed herself to simply EXHALE