I've decided to make this into an ongoing fic about different conversations that Sharon and Andy have with the people close to them before the wedding one. Ring Off! Sparked this idea in my head, I hope that you enjoy them all.
As usual I don't own these amazing characters, I just really enjoy writing amazing things for them. I will return them once I'm done.
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Sitting in the posh and secluded nail salon getting their wedding pedicures, Andrea and Sharon are enjoying this small moment of solitude before the wedding rehearsal. They both have taken the week off to finalize all of the wedding details. Gavin all but ordered them to get their pedicures, because they were driving him and the wedding planner insane. Sharon just had to be in control, and Andrea was there to make sure every single detail was going to according to Sharon's plan. Gavin once asked Andrea, if she was the one getting married, because of all the orders she was barking at the wedding planner, Maria. Sharon was nice and calm, but still forceful with her demands. Whereas, Andrea was blunt and assertive, maybe she didn't mean to fill them with so much snark, but Gavin could tell she was irritating Maria. Sharon, just chalked the snark up to being a constant of Andrea's personality, and that Maria just wasn't used to it.
So, here they are at this posh Beverly Hills salon, which Gavin booked them an appointment for. He demanded that they get whatever, they wanted and just charge it to his account. The place is beautiful and filled with the right amount of ambience. The pedicure room is secluded from the other guests. Each guest is given a glass of champagne as their appointment begins. Sharon's pedicure tub is filled with roses and dusts of chocolate. Whereas, Andrea's is filled with warm milk and mint leaves. As they sit here allowing their feet to soak, a woman comes around offers them a fruit tray. Sharon, graciously accepts, and says, "Thank you." "You are welcome, ma'am." Andrea reaches over to grab a piece of strawberry, Sharon swats her hand. "Ouch!" Andrea rasps, pulling back her twinging hand. "What was that for?" She inquires. "Strawberries and pineapples are mine," Sharon simply states. Andrea smiles brightly and winks before replying, "So, I see my diet suggestion has paid off." "Mm, I didn't hear any complaints 29 days ago!" She confesses. Andrea laughs and asserts, "and I'm sure you won't tomorrow!" They both burst into laughter. "Well, can I have a grape?" Andrea sarcastically inquires. "Sure!" Sharon sarcastically retorts. They both relish in their fruit and champagne as they wait for their services. "Sharon, how is this 30 days of no sex thing working out for you two?" Andrea seriously inquires. Sharon hums and thinks about her reply. "That hard?" Andrea adds to her previous question. "Mm, I wouldn't say it is super hard, but it is quite trying. I knew it wouldn't be easy, but after the 20th day, I kind of got used to the idea. As you may know, I can only be so patient." Andrea snickers and Sharon continues, "He is nowhere near patient! But I truly do see the benefits of it." Sharon states. "And what might those be?" Andrea inquires once more. "The level of intimacy that we now share, that doesn't include sex is amazing. I mean we have always had great intimacy, but now I feel like it is on a deeper level. We have gotten to know each other better mentally and emotionally. We have discovered new ways to soothe and please one another that are just as sensual and fulfilling as sex. Now, don't get me wrong nothing will ever replace the amazing love we make!" Sharon says causing Andrea to almost spit out her mango slice. "But it is so nice to know that when the days come, when sex is no longer a viable option, we won't be bored." Sharon finishes. "Interesting." Andrea says before taking a sip of champagne. "Why do you ask?" Sharon inquires. "Just curious." The blonde quips. "Uh huh." The auburn head beauty replies. "What? I was!" Andrea defends. "Yeah, you know that old saying 'a hit dog will holler?'" Sharon teases, and Andrea nods yes. "That is so you, right now, Andrea!" She exclaims. "Ugh, fine I thought about instituting it for Mike and I." She finally confesses. "Go for it!" Sharon exclaims. "But what all is out of the question?" Andrea finally asks what she has been wanting to ask since this conversation began. "Honestly, that is up to the two of you. For us it was everything except first base, because I knew once hands start moving, there would be no stopping, Andy. But since I'm being truthful, there would have been no stopping me either! I mean come on, have you seen him?" Sharon quips. They both burst into laughter. "Good Catholic girl, my ass!" Andrea quips. "Shut up! You're no better than me!" Sharon retorts. "Why, whatever do you mean?" Andrea quips as she bats her eyes playfully. "You are a dirty blonde, alright!" Sharon teases. "Hey, hey! That's enough!" Andrea asserts. "Oh, alright! Just remember don't taunt someone who knows a lot of your dirty little secrets!" Sharon teases. "The same goes for you missy!" Andrea retorts stealing a piece of pineapple. Sharon laughs and rasps, "keep playing with fire!" Andrea laughs and shrugs her shoulders. The staff have arrived to begin their pedicure. They both enjoy the wonderful feel of their hands working magic on their feet. They can feel every kink leave their feet. Wearing high heels day in and day out puts a strain on woman's feet. "We need to irritate Gavin, more often." Andrea whispers. "Definitely." Sharon agrees. After their feet are done being scrubbed and massaged, the staff work their way to their legs. Sharon's phone rings, she sees the caller id and instantly smiles, "Hi, honey." Andrea can't hear what Andy is saying but she can tell it's something sweet and possibly naughty, by the way the blush is spreading across Sharon's face and neck. "I can't wait to see you, too Honey." Sharon confesses before she blows him a kiss through the phone. Sharon hangs up and is still smiling. "Sharon, I have a question to ask you." Andrea quips. "Is it about our earlier topic?" Sharon inquires. "No, something deeper." Andrea confesses. "Ok, go for it." Sharon breathes. "What made you finally decide enough was enough with, Jack?" Andrea questions as she watches Sharon features change from happy to melancholy. "You don't have to answer if you don't want to." She hurriedly says, not wanting to upset her friend. "No, it's ok, I've been waiting for someone to ask me that question. I just expected it 5 years ago, when I filed. Truthfully, I was tired of pretending everything was going to fix itself. Something in me finally realized that in order to fix our marriage both of us had to be willing. I was, but he wasn't. He only cared to fix it when it suited him and his agenda. I finally realized that he and I were too young in the beginning. But I thought if I took my time, that everything would be alright. I had to realize that we couldn't fix what was already broken. Honestly, I think our marriage was doomed from the start because I made to many sacrifices for him, and he didn't make enough for me. Somehow, I was still hoping and praying that he would come back and mend my broken heart. I stayed because I was brokenhearted and I thought it was his responsibility to mend it, since he shattered it. But one day I woke up and it finally dawned on me, if he knew how to tend to a heart, he would have never broken it in the first place. So, I decided that even though I was brokenhearted, life was not over for me and I could start over. I never knew it would be with Andy, but when I realized what we had and what we could build together, I knew love was worth a fighting chance. When I saw him trying to repair my broken heart, and we weren't even dating, yet, I knew I had found just the cure I needed to mend my heart." Sharon muses as Andrea listens intently, as a solo tear escapes her eye. "Wow, Sharon." Andrea whispers. Sharon smiles and takes a final sip of her champagne. "Watching you go through that, I always wanted to shake you silly and scream at you, 'just let go,' but I'm glad I didn't. I knew you would figure it out sooner or later and I am so happy that you did. I am also happy that you have found the man of your dreams and that he makes unspeakably happy. Sharon, I don't think I've ever seen you this radiant before. It is a beautiful sight to see!" Andrea muses and she leans over and envelops Sharon in a hug. "You are determined to make me cry, today." Sharon whispers, they both laugh. Sharon pulls back, and says, "Thank you for being the friend that I could depend on through it all. Honestly, I appreciate you letting me come to terms with what I needed to do on my own. They say if you love something, you've got to let it go and if it comes back, and then it means so much more. But if it never does, at least you will know, that it was something you had to go through to grow. It may have taken me the better part of 20 plus years to finally figure that out, but when I did, it was a new day and I so thankful that you have been there every step of the way. I truly do appreciate you, Andrea!" Sharon muses as a solo tear glides down her cheek. "You are very welcome, sweetie." Andrea says as she pulls Sharon in for another hug.
They finish up their pedicures and wait for their polish to dry. Once they are finished. They thank and tip the associates of the fine establishment. As the valet pulls Andrea's car around, Sharon quips, "Let's go irritate Gavin, some more!" "Shall we?" Andrea retorts as the valet hands her the keys.
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P.S. I promise that wedding night is coming, I just have to wait for musey to get her life together.