A/N – Thanks for the comments! I'm glad you like the couples.

Chapter 34

Carly rubbed Julian's shoulders. Michael is in his room taking a nap. "Talk to me."

"It's just such a low thing to do."

"They are trying to get a reaction out of you. Don't let them win."

Julian stood. "I'm just so sick of this. You're in danger because of me."

"I'm fine and Michael is happily taking a nap in his room." She pulled him into her and then stroked his face before grabbing his head and torridly kissing him. The tension began to ease away as he backed her against the wall. They moaned as he pressed his body against hers and then tore his lips away, only to brush them against her neck. He had been driving her crazy taking it slow and right now, he is intense and passionate which is totally turning her on. "Julian," she breathed out as his hands slipped under her shirt. "Make love to me."

His lips retreated so he could meet her gaze. "Michael?"

"Mercedes will keep him busy. I told her not to disturb us and Michael is sleeping."

"I don't want you to think that I want to do this because I'm upset."

"Then why do you want to?"

"Because you make me feel things that I thought I never would again. You're under my skin and in my heart." His thumb flicked against her nipple, sending jolts of pleasure through her body. "Will you let me love you, Carly?"

A sound caught in her throat as she relished his touch. "Yes."

She was swept off her feet and Julian placed her on the bed and carefully removed her shirt and bra. He whipped her up into a frenzy until he finally took her until they both shattered.

Lying in his arms, Carly felt so emotional. Julian just is everything she thought she couldn't have. He is attentive, sweet, good with Michael, and the man is great in bed. There is nothing she'd change about him.

"What are you thinking?"

"I'm so happy and I'm glad we found each other."

"Me too." In ways, Carly and Faith were alike. They are both fiery, passionate, and loyal women. He had waited a long time to find someone he was compatible with. And God had he missed sex. "Do we have time to do it again?"

Carly grinned. "Oh yeah."

He chuckled and then got back to work.

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Ellie pulled Johnny into an empty room. "These are beautiful, Johnny. Thank you."

"I'm glad that you like them."

She started to ask him if he did this with all the girls, but decided not to because she didn't want to ruin the moment.

"You okay?" he asked.

"Yes. I just wasn't expecting you to go all out."

"Maybe I realized that you're worth it."

He had taken the flowers from her and sat them on a counter and backed her into the door. Part of his job is to know when someone is ready to submit and he can tell by the way her chest is rising and falling that she is his for the taking. His hand glanced against her cheek as Ellie blankly stared at him.

His mouth is so close and she licks her lips, almost willing them to come even closer. She wants to grab him by the nape of the neck and plunder his mouth, but she needs him to come to her.

"Ellie. I want to kiss you so badly," he said as his breath tickled the surface of her lips.

Her eyes met his gaze.

"Please."

"Johnny," she sighed, ready to strangle him.

"Yes?"

"If you don't kiss me, I'm going to have to hurt you."

He grinned. "Done." His lips swept against hers before pressing firmly. Her arms skirted above his shoulders until her hands are tangled in his hair.

When his tongue glanced across her lips, she opened eagerly as Johnny ravished it and their tongues dueled for supremacy.

Johnny moaned as Ellie met his fervor. It was the best first kiss he had ever had. Grabbing her head, he stilled her as he slowed down the pace and then gave her three soft kisses before resting his forehead against hers.

Ellie is reeling. Johnny is the hottest man she has ever been with it. He oozes sexy and she wonders how long she'll be able to resist before she gives in entirely. "That was..."

"Yeah."

He hadn't expected her to be aggressive which had turned him on even more. "I probably should go." If he doesn't leave, he might forget where he is and that he wants to take it slower with her.

"Okay." She hadn't realized that her feet weren't touching the floor until he gently lowered her.

"I'll call you later." He opened the door.

"Johnny!"

He stopped and turned his head. "Yeah?"

"That was outstanding."

He smiled. "Yes, you were."

Her heart is beating a mile a minute as the door softly closes. "I'm in so much trouble."

She pulled out her phone and dialed.

"Hello?"

"I think I need a cold shower."

"Why?" Georgie asked.

"Johnny just laid one on me and not only did my toes curl, but just about everything else did too. He has me so twisted right now, I can't see straight. How am I supposed to focus?"

Georgie laughed. "That good?"

"I don't know if I can handle all that hotness. Pretty boys don't usually want me."

"Oh, I think he wants you."

She let out a noise while she shuddered. "We just can't be alone, not yet."

"Why not?"

"Because I think my pants will drop by themselves and I don't want to be too easy."

Georgie fell onto the bed as she busted up laughing.

"It's not funny. I think I would have let him take me up against the door if he hadn't of pulled back. What is wrong with me?"

"You are so into him. This is going to be epic."

"You are not helping. I have to go before they notice I'm missing. I'll just try to think of something disgusting, like Mrs. Snead in a bikini."

Georgie snorted. "Ewww."

"Later."

She put her phone back in her pocket and wiped her eyes.

Milo is curious what had made her laugh so hard. "What?"

"Johnny kissed Ellie."

"Already?"

Georgie frowned. "Did you want him to wait forever?"

"No. Why were you laughing then?"

"Well, let's just say it was epic."

"Come here."

She crawled to him. "Yes."

He tapped his cheek. "I think I'm feeling left out. I need a kiss now."

George smiled. "Really?"

He nodded.

She kissed him on the cheek and then their eyes locked.

He tapped his lips, making her chuckle. When her smile faded, she languidly kissed him, surprised when Milo deepened it, fisting her hair as he laid one on her. When his lips finally retreated, she licked hers.

"That was…again."

He kissed her again before gently sucking on her bottom lip. "You okay?'

She nodded and then laid next to him. Her body was still tingling and as she reflected on her past relationships. Dillon was exciting because it was high school, and everything was so new. She had slept with one other person during her college years, but the relationship just didn't work out. The way Milo gazed at her and how he treated her made her feel special and kind of sexy.

"Are you okay?"

"I'm very okay. I just—it's so different with you."

"How?"

"It just feels more adult."

He isn't sure how to take that.

She slightly smiled. "It's not a bad thing. I think it's great. Dillon was a boy, but you're a man who treats me like a woman. Am I making any sense at all?"

"Yes."

"I wish you hadn't waited to approach me."

"I trusted that the timing would be right, that it would happen when it should. I would have waited for you forever."

She crawled closer to his head. "I'm glad that you didn't have to."

His eyes were half closed as he studied her. "You're so beautiful, Georgie."

She blushed and looked away.

"You have no idea how incredibly sexy you are."

"I'm a klutz and an art geek."

His hand swept into her hair. "I love every curve of your body, the way you make goofy faces, and I love your laugh. When he wrinkle up your nose, I want to kiss it to smooth it out. I see you, Georgie, and I have no complaints whatsoever."

She just about melted inside. Her lips pounced onto his, kissing him hard and taking his breath away. It was passionate and sensuous as they both got carried away. Milo moaned into her mouth. Her body is pressed against his and he could feel her nipples harden through her shirt. "Georgie," he groaned.

"Yes?"

"You're killing me."

She pulled back quickly. "Did I hurt you?"

"No. You're just so hot and my body is reacting to it."

She blushed. "Sorry."

"Don't ever be sorry for making me feel so good. I want to take it slow with you."

"Does that involve lots of making out?" She is already addicted to his kisses.

"You have no idea how long I've waited to hear something like that come out of your mouth."

Her laughter filled the air as she slipped onto her side. "Yes. It will involve that and lots of dates. I just want to spend whatever time I can with you. Is that alright?"

"It sounds like a plan."

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Elizabeth fell onto her back. Jason had just made love to her and made her forget what happened earlier. Her father had insisted that he was fine and would come home late.

"Whatever you're thinking, you need to stop."

Her eyes met his gaze. "I know."

"I didn't put a smile on your face for you to wipe it back off."

"I know. I'm sorry."

He kissed her forehead. "I don't like seeing you so worried."

"I just wish this was over. We had a few minutes of peace and it started right up again."

"It's the nature of the business."

"I don't think this is business."

"Why?"

She shifted onto her back, leaving the safe cocoon his body had provided. "It just seems way more personal."

"You think it's payback?"

"I do. I'm wondering if it's someone related to Gabriel."

"We checked, and his parents are dead."

"Maybe we're overlooking something. I don't know. Unfortunately, they have the element of surprise and we get to react."

He took her hand and rubbed his thumb against it. "You know that I'd give my life for you, right?"

"I just don't want you to have too. Let's run away."

He smiled. "To where?"

"East Jabip—Uzbekistan... Does it matter as long as we're together?"

"You wouldn't leave your dad."

She groaned. "True. I do love him beyond reason."

"And he feels the same way about you."

"Can we see Doreen tomorrow?"

"Yes. We'll go over with Chloe. She can hang out in the yard with Max."

Liz laughed. "I'm sure he will just love that."

"Deep down, I think he loves her."

"Ha!" she yelled.

"You don't see it?"

"Um—no."

He looked over in the corner. "Look at that face."

"I never said she wasn't beautiful."

"We only have a few days for our bike ride."

"I know. I can't wait."

"There's a diner about ten miles from Vista Point. I thought we'd head there."

"That's perfect. I'm glad Ellie is coming. I want to get to know her a little better. I have a feeling that Georgie is going to be in our lives for quite a while, and if she stays with Johnny, I want to bond with her."

"Should I bond with her too?" he asked playing.

"Do you want to live?" Her eyebrow shot up making him laugh.

"I didn't mean that kind of bonding. I'll leave that to Johnny. She's not my type anyway."

"And what is your type?"

"You."

"Good answer."

They cuddled together for a while longer before getting up for a snack.

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The next day, Doreen was so happy to see them.

"Chloe is out back."

Doreen's face lit up. "I have to see my baby."

"Let's go. We can sit out on the deck."

They went outside and when Chloe saw Doreen, she barked and took off, dragging Max behind her. Luckily, they weren't far away. He dropped the leash and Chloe stopped right before Doreen and barked and whimpered. Doreen wiped her down and then hugged her. "How is my sweet baby?" Chloe burrowed her head into her mom's lap. "I missed you so much. Are you having fun with Elizabeth and Jason?"

"She's all about Jason, for the most part. She smelled your perfume on me from the other day and decided she liked me for a while."

"She does like the boys."

"Have you spoken to Jim today?"

"I did this morning. He misses me and can't wait to finish up. He's dropping the load off in a few hours and then he'll start to head back. He's actually not that far away."

"Good. Maybe we can have lunch tomorrow."

"That would be great."

Edward walked out to greet them. "Elizabeth. It's lovely to see you my dear."

"Thank you, Edward."

"How are you feeling today?"

"I'm just wonderful, and yourself?"

"It's always a good day if you're walking around at my age."

Jason pulled out a seat for him.

"And, how are you?"

"I'm good," Jason said.

"I'm glad to hear that. Doreen is just lovely. She's welcome in my home anytime she wants."

"Thank you, Edward. I've had a lovely time." The Quartermaines were very entertaining and she would miss them.

"Any new leads?" Edward asked.

"Unfortunately, no."

"Well, I really hope you catch them before they do any damage."

"Me too."

Edward knows that Jason hates to fail. "You know if you ever need me, I'll be there. I have connections too."

Jason slightly smiled, making Edward very happy. "I'll keep that in mind."

Monica walked out. "Were you having a party without me?"

"You snooze you lose," Edward said.

"Well, you're in a good mood," Monica said before realizing Chloe is the black mass at Doreen's feet. "I don't think I'll ever get over how big she is."

"She is the best company. I think I would go crazy if I didn't have her around when Jim goes on trips."

"Listen, I was going to have a poker party tonight. You think Jim will be willing to spend an extra day here?" Jason asked.

"Oh, I know he wouldn't want to miss it."

"Good. I'll set it up."

Jason texted Johnny, knowing that he'd spread the news.

"Are girls allowed to play?" Doreen asked.

"Sure. We'll probably have a couple of tables going."

"Sounds good."

It was beautiful day and they were all enjoying it.

"Jason, why don't you spend the rest of the day here? You can have dinner with us."

He glanced at Liz who is smiling.

"We'd love to," Liz said. "I just need to make a few phone calls." She got up and went inside.

"Thank you, Jason," Edward said.

"How's Carly and Michael?" Monica asked.

"Good. Carly and Julian are together now."

She smiled. "I'm glad that she found someone. We all deserve a little happiness."

"True."

They chatted for a while until it was time for Edward and Monica to go back to work. Jason snuck Chloe into the house and made her lay down why they talked. Right before dinner, Jim rushed into the house, surprising everyone.