AN: Hello my lovely readers. I know it has been what like 9 months since I last updated. If you are reading my other story So Much More Than a Dream then you know what has been happening. Long story short I have been super busy student teaching and had to get my laptop fixed. I will be graduating in a little less than two weeks and have some time to write over the summer. Anyway I want you to know that I am still writing and I will finish this at some point soon. I honestly only see this lasting a few more chapters. Now onto the chapter and please let me know what you think. Oh and a big old batch of lemon. I hope it was worth the wait and the length can maybe make up for it.
Chapter 17 Two Questions One Answer or The Best Day Ever
Eric and I had been great since the holidays. Christmas was much like Thanksgiving a ridiculous amount of food shared by people I loved one in particular. Eric ever the great boyfriend got me the sweetest little heart locket with a picture of us in it and he had it inscribed with the date we meet. I felt kind of lame giving him a tie and shirt. Our first Valentine's Day as a couple was amazing. I had had kind of a bad day student teaching. The kids were so excited about their Valentine's Day party on Friday that they were not paying attention to well anything. It also did not help that my cooperating teacher was gone. She had gotten the flu and would be gone for several days. The substitute while nice really did not have a clue what she was doing and told me that I could just run the class. If that was not stressful enough one of the students Mason had shoved a crayon up his nose. I was more than glad when the principle came in to take him to the nurse's office to wait for his mother. Needless to say I was a little frazzled when I got home. Waiting patiently for me flowers and chocolates in hand was Eric.
I in my haste to hug him knocked him to the ground. "If I knew that you would react this way to giving you chocolate with the flowers I would have done it sooner." He chuckled lifting us both off the ground.
"I sorry I just needed a hug and was happy to see you. Today was bad." I blushed.
"Well I hope this can make up for it." He smiled as he led me into my apartment. I was greeted by the flicker of candle light and soft music. It was obvious that Jess was nowhere to be seen but had to have had a hand in setting this all up. The entire common area was filled with candles. All of my favorite flowers were scattered around the room in vases giving it a beautiful smell. He had set the table for just the two of us.
"What did I do to deserve you?" I asked teary eyed.
"That is what I have been asking of myself since you let me kiss you." He pulled me into a passionate kiss. Our kissed lasted several minutes and by the end we were both breath heavily. Taking my hand he led me over to the table. "Now don't make fun of me but I had to get a little help with dinner." I looked at the table and could see my Gran's deep pie dish sitting in the middle of the table with one of her chicken pot pies seaming away.
"I would never dream of that. Besides Gran must really like you if she let you leave the house with that pie dish." I smiled taking a seat. Eric poured the both of us a glass of wine lifting his in a toast.
"Here is to the most amazingly talented and loving girlfriend a guy could ask for." He clinked our glasses together taking a sip.
"If you get to do one, then so do I." I said smiling. "Here is to a boyfriend that treats me like a princess, laughs at my horrible jokes and makes me feel like the luckiest girl in the world." We eat our dinner and then find our way over to the sofa.
"I have something I want to give you." He says leaning over the back of the sofa. He sets a large box with small wholes around the top on to my lap. He smirks "Go on open it."
As I lift the lid I hear the cutes sound a soft mew. Inside the box curled up is an adorable tuxedo kitten. "Oh my God Eric, what's its name? You are just so cute." I coo nuzzling the tiny black and white face.
"He does not have one yet. I just picked him up today from the shelter. They were calling him Lizard. Now I don't know about you but I don't think that is a good enough name for cute little guy like this." He smiled moving the box to the floor.
"Oh no he needs a proper name. What do you think?" I ask my new furry friend. I could not believe how much fun it was to come up with a name for him with Eric. It made me think of a time in the not so distant future when we could argue about names. The idea warmed my heart almost as much as Loki did. I honestly don't think that we could have found a better name for our mischievous little guy.
"Thank you Eric he is wonderful." I kiss his check.
"Well I wanted you to have someone to snuggle when I was not there." He returned my kiss. I stand up and place Loki on his lap.
"My present is not fluffy and cute as yours but I think you will like it just as much." I raced back to my room to grab it before scurrying into the bathroom. I was a bit nervous. While Eric and I had gotten close several times we had not done the deed. I thought for sure it would happen over winter break but no. I wanted it to be special. I had a long hard talk with myself when I started dating Eric. While I had always thought that I would wait till I got married to well you know. I came to the conclusion that I wanted my first time to be with Eric and that it did not matter to me when. I also figured out that I had only wanted to wait with Bill because I never really trusted him with something that important. During all of my musings I had changed into an outfit I had bought on a whim while out shopping with Lafayette a few weeks ago. I had never been one to buy overly sexy underthings but I believed that this was a time to do so. I found a matching bra and panty set in red lace that was so delicate I was sure it would rip if I tried it on. Lafayette saw what I was look at and convinced me to buy the matching garter belt. I rolled on my stockings and slipped into my heels. When I was finished I wrapped my robe around me. I guess I must have been in there longer than I thought because I found Eric asleep with Loki curled up on his chest. I moved the tiny kitten to the floor and startled Eric's hips. He did not rouse so I started to leave a trail of light kisses down his neck. He ground and tried to stretch. His eyes slowly took in what I was wearing or well not wearing. I could see so much love in his eyes as he sat up. I knew then that I was making the right choice.
"You are right I do like my present. Do I get to unwrap it or do I have to wait?" He asked between kisses.
"You can unwrap it but I think we should move to my room so that the neighbors don't get an eyeful or worse yet Jess." I giggled as he carried my back to my room. He carefully set me down on my bed. He ever so slowly pulled the tie at my waist. His eyes changed from loving to lustful as he took me in.
"You are perfect." He said moving down to touch my legs. "I think it is time I did a little more unwrapping don't you?" He quickly removed my heels and then went for the scrap of lace at my hips. He eased it off leaving the garter belt and stockings in place. The butterflies in my stomach were fluttering madly as he leaned in kissing my thighs. He nudged my legs apart lifting them over his shoulders. He kissed his way to my core, his tongue laving my opening with delicate strokes. I tried and failed to stifle the moan leaving my mouth. He alternated liking into the depths of my cunny and stimulating my clit. I was in heaven. Just as I was about to come apart he added his fingers into play. I swear it was the most intense orgasm I ever had. I am sure the neighbors knew what we were doing from the screams I did not recognize were coming from me. Eric continued to move his fingers as I can back to earth. He smiled at me with so much love I thought I would cry.
"Eric that was amazing." I gushed. He made his way up my body and kissed me on the lips.
"I am just getting started Lover. I have not begun to amaze you yet." He said standing and removing his shirt revealing his exquisite stomach. As his hands went to his pants my mouth watered. I had seen Eric in his full glory but that night was special. He looked like he was glowing. Being friends with Pam and Amelia I was aware that a girl's first time could be painful. I also knew that it could be unsatisfying but I knew that Eric would take good care of me. He affirmed that when he said "I love you so much Sookie, thank you for letting me show you." We were face to face again and his hands had found my chest. He was massaging each breast and tweaked my nipples into hard peaks through the lace. He helped me to sit and remove the rest of my clothing taking his time with my stockings. He laid me back down with such care you would think I was about to shatter. He returned his attention to my nipples with his mouth as his hand found its way back to my nether regions. As he coaxed me to another orgasm I could feel his ever present passion on my leg. I came down from my second high he moved into place between my thighs. He captured my lips in a passionate kiss as he slowly entered me. I won't lie to you and say that our first time was great. It hurt like a bitch and we did not finish together. I will tell you that I would not have wanted it any other way or with anyone else.
I realized that I loved him more than I could put into words. He was also the most supportive and helpful boyfriend. I mean who else would sit and help me cut out twenty seven sets of laminated frog part cut outs. I know that sounds like an odd thing to be appreciative of but really it was amazing. He even helped me practice for interview questions. We had moved in together during spring break. He had wanted to spend more time with me and hated having to drive home if he spent the night. Jessica was more than willing to kick me out. She had started to date a guy from her studio classes in January named Tommy and wanted the apartment to for them. I would miss the time we had spent there but moving in with Eric was the right thing. His… no our house was far closer to my second placement. Instead of an hour drive my commute was down to 15 minutes. It was only one of the many perks of living with Eric.
I think that I lucked out with the cooperating teacher I got for my second student teaching experience. She was the most amazing teacher I have ever met. Her enthusiasm for her students and teaching inspired me. If I could be only half as good as her then I would be a great teacher. Her class of rambunctious second graders made me hope for a class that excited about learning. While my second cooperating teacher was amazing the first was well for a lack of a better term burned out. I am sure that she was a great teacher at one time but she did not seem to care anymore. I think that she was also frustrated with how little funding and help she got for her class of preschoolers. It made me reevaluate if I wanted to teach preschool or not. I had come to the conclusions that while I loved preschoolers I did not want to teach them. I like the k-3 range better. They could do more but were still excited about being at school and learning.
My last week of student teaching had been bitter sweet. The students were wonderful and made it hard to leave. I had gotten an interview with the principle at my second student teaching experience. One of the first grade teachers was retiring at the end of the year and they were looking for a replacement. I was ecstatic that they thought so highly of me to give me an interview. The principal Dr. Cole had come watched me teach on the insistence of my cooperating teacher. My interview was scheduled for late in the afternoon on my last day.
I woke up to the sound of my alarm blaring. Eric was curled around me so tightly that I had to wiggle to get free. Sometimes I wonder if he knows how hard he holds onto me. He groaned and rolled over when I turn off my alarm and hopped in the shower. Eric and I have gotten into a routine in the mornings. I would get up first shower and start breakfast while he showered. Then we would eat together before he dropped me off at school on his way into the office. My car unfortunately bit the big one two weeks prior. We were making due till I could find a new one I liked. I got dressed in my favorite sun dress and sweater, curled my hair pulling it back with a pair of hair combs. I went to the kitchen and started the coffee. I was sad but excited at the same time. This morning I made toast and cereal. We were out of almost everything. I made a list of what we needed and put it in my purse. Eric came into the kitchen and made a beeline for the coffee.
"Are you nervous?" He asked pecking me on the cheek and sitting down.
"A little but I am more sad then anything. I am going to miss my class so much." I smile sadly at him. He got up from his chair and pulled me into a hug.
"It will be ok. And just think you will have a job the next time I see you." He kissed the top of my head.
"Don't jinx me. I really hope I get it."
"You will they would be crazy not to take you." He kissed me and returned to his spot at the table. I joined him and we ate in comfortable silence. We walked out to his car hand in hand.
He pulled up to the front of the school and dropped me off. "Call me when your interview is finished and I will take you out to celebrate. Remember you have got this and I love you." He called out the window. I waved him off and made my way into the classroom. Mrs. Cross was already in the room getting set up for the day. I stowed my stuff in the closet and got to work helping anyway I could. The day went by quicker then I wanted it too. During reading Mrs. Cross sent me on an errand to find some books in the library she was going to need for the next week. When I came back the kids were all sitting on the carpet with a banner they had obviously made reading "We will miss you Ms. Stackhouse!"
"We have a little present for you." Mrs. Cross said handing a huge tote bag with all of the kids hand prints and names on it. I burst into tears. "This is your first year emergency teacher bag. It has everything you will need next year from markers and crayons to tissues and Tylenol."
"Ms. Stackhouse this is from us so you don't forget us." One of the boys Carter said handing me a book. On the cover was a picture of the entire class smiling and making funny faces. Inside they had each written me a thank you for being their student teacher.
"Oh… thank you. This is wonderful I love it." I gave him a hug and all of the students joined in. I felt loved. "I want you all to know that you have been just the best class and I am going to miss you too."
"We need to get back to work and give Ms. Stackhouse a minute to herself." Mrs. Cross instructed. I went to wipe my tears and fix my makeup. I got a hug from everyone as they left for the day. I took a deep breath and made my way down to Dr. Cole's office.
"Good afternoon Sookie, I will be just a minute." He said popping his head out of the office. "Come in, have a seat." He said offering me a chair.
"Thank you and thank you for taking the time to interview me." I returned shaking his hand.
"It is no trouble actually I will let you know that this is more of a formality than anything. I made my decision last week. If you want it the job is yours. I feel that you have made a great part of our team here and would love to have you on next year as our new first grade teacher." He smiled.
I was gob smacked. It took me a full minute to come to my senses. "Of course I would love to." I said smiling from ear to ear.
"Now that that is settled, here is your contract for next year. I want you to read over it carefully before you sign. I also have all the information on insurance and benefits." He said handing me a folder bursting with a stack of papers. We talked a little more about what I could expect and what I would need to do. I walked out of the office feeling like I was floating. I collected my stuff and called Eric.
"Hey Sook, how did it go?" He asks. His voice sounds funny.
"You are talking to Jackson Elementary's new first grade teacher." I squeal into the phone.
"See I knew you would get it. I have a little more to do at the office, I called your Dad he is going to pick you up ok. He should be out in the parking lot waiting for you. I love you I will see you in a while." He hung up before I could respond. His reaction was weird. I mean he has never hung up on me mid conversation. I shook it off thinking he must just be busy. I went out the back door excited to tell my dad the good news. He was sitting in his truck with Hunter and Dean.
"Hey Daddy, guess what I officially have a job for next year." I bounced opening the door.
"That's great news baby girl. Hop in we got to get going." He said smiling at me. I climbed in and we were off. Hunter told me about his day, how he played with Gran while she was making a huge cake and how he got to pick out what he was wearing because it was a special day. I was just about to ask him what he meant when I noticed we had pulled up to our place and Eric's car was in the drive. I also saw Amelia, Jessica, Jason, Eric's parents and Lafayette's cars on the street. Just as I was trying to figure out why everyone was here Eric came running out of the house.
"What is all this about?" I asked as he helped me out of the truck.
"Hold that question. Let's get inside." He pulled me along with him. I noticed Daddy and Hunter disappeared around back.
"Seriously Eric what is going on why is everybody here?" I ask putting my stuff down on the sofa.
"We are celebrating." He said ushering me out the back door to the yard. When we stepped out onto the porch he stopped. "Sookie you are the most beautiful woman I have ever had the chance to meet. I have loved you more than I can put into words. You are the best thing in my life. Would you do me the honor of becoming my wife?" He dropped down onto one knee and opened a small velvet box. Inside was the most beautiful old ring. It was small square emerald surrounded by smaller round cut diamonds. It was perfect and totally me. I launched myself at him, covering him with kisses. "Can I take that as a yes?" He asked smiling.
"Yes… Yes… a thousand times yes." I answered kissing him on the lips.