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Thanks to Cfayth for the insider info about Canada. There is no way I would have stumbled onto it on my own!
Chapter 5
Elizabeth was looking out the tiny window of the plane as the captain announced that they would be landing at Fredericton International Airport in ten minutes. "Have you ever been to the Maritimes before?" Elizabeth asked as she buckled her seat belt.
"No." Jason was doing the same. "I've only ever been to Vancouver and Toronto. Both visits were business related. I'm looking forward to playing tourist with you."
"What do I need to know?" She was wondering if he had read any travel guides on the region.
"Everyone speaks English." He said smiling. "The airport we are landing at is in the capital city of New Brunswick, but we are not staying in New Brunswick. I will bring you back to visit if you like."
"That's it?" She asked getting excited.
"The most important thing you need to know is that we are here to have a good time." Jason wanted her relaxed. When she leaned her head on his shoulder he had to smile. He loved it when she touched him. In fact she was probably the only person, other than his Grandmother and Emily, he willingly let touch him. She was the only person though whose touch he craved. He wanted to know what it would feel like to have her hands caress him as his lover. They had time and he would be patient because he knew it was going to be amazing when she gave herself to him.
"Thank you for bringing me." She looked up at him and smiled before turning back to the window.
When they arrived at the hotel in Philadelphia, luggage had been waiting for them. Most of it was filled, the empty pieces they filled up with the items in their duffel bags. So at the luggage corral they picked up the blue luggage set for him and the green luggage set for her. Jason grabbed most of it and Elizabeth took the rest and they headed to the car rental agency.
Thirty minutes later they pulled out in a sleek black convertible with the top down. Elizabeth simply sat back and watched the scenery go by. Downtown Fredericton looked like your typical small town in America. They drove past the Atlantic Language College, they passed the majestic Family Heritage cathedral, and the botanical gardens. Elizabeth was loving it all.
"Would you like to cross on the Confederation Bridge or take the ferry?" Jason asked as he drove.
She noted he didn't say to where and really wished that she had paid better attention in geography class. "Let's take the ferry." She decided.
"Okay, we'll take the bridge when we come back." Jason took the turn that would get them to their destination. Despite never having been here he had read about the area and quickly looked at a map last night in his room before going to bed. "This will take just over an hour."
"Okay. You can use the time to tell me about where we are going." She shifted in her seat to look at him.
"I've never been here either." He reminded her smiling.
"You've read about it though. You wouldn't bring me somewhere you didn't know at least a little about." Elizabeth said smugly.
"You know me too well." Jason admitted grinning. The light reflected off the ring on his finger and he had to smile. He purchased a ticket and they boarded the large vessel. Up top they snagged two seats on the outer deck and looked out at the ocean.
"All that blue is so calming." Elizabeth spoke softly as she leaned against him.
Without even thinking about it he put his arm around her and urged her closer. "We are staying on Prince Edward Island. It's also called the Gentle Island." He started telling her about what he planned.
"Why?" She asked.
"The people that live there are known for being very laid back and easy going. It's considered to have a very relaxing atmosphere because for this area the weather is nice most of the year. That's why it's so popular with tourists. It also boasts lots of green space. You will find plenty of things to take pictures of." The boat left the launch and they started across.
"Where are we staying?" Elizabeth loved the sound of his voice. She found it to be very soothing.
"Charlottetown, it's the largest city on the island. I booked us a room at an Inn. We will have to share, but I think there's a sofa." Jason explained.
"You are very busy when I'm not watching." She said playfully.
"I wanted everything to be ready. We'll go out and get dinner after we settle in and freshen up." Jason figured she would be getting hungry soon.
"Okay. I can't wait to see what type of clothing Francis picked out for me." She whispered. "Based on my new name I expect to see support hose."
Jason just laughed. "We are switching at the hotel."
She just leaned against him. He would tell her what she would be answering to while in Canada. For Francis's sake it had better be something good.
Elizabeth freshened up and changed into a lovely green sleeveless dress while Jason swapped out his jeans and t-shirt for khakis and a button down shirt. It was as close to dressed up as he planned on getting. He was sitting on the room's couch and watching Elizabeth fuss with her make-up. In his opinion she didn't need all that stuff, but he didn't say that out loud.
When she was done she walked over and he stood up. "You look beautiful."
"Thank you." Her blush gave her face more color. "The clothes are very nice. Especially the shoes." Tall wedges. Having more height made her feel confident. "You like nice too. I like this look on you."
"I couldn't really wear this to work and still be seen as threatening." Jason joked. Although from pictures he'd seen this was very much a Jason Quartermaine outfit. "Ready for your new name?"
"I'm not sure." Elizabeth joked.
He handed her the small plastic driver's license and just waited.
"Eleanor Mitchell." Elizabeth looked up at Jason annoyed. "Eleanor? He does know that I'm not in my sixties, right?"
"Eleanor Roosevelt was very well respected." Jason pointed out trying not to laugh at her pout. "How about if I call you Elle?"
"I like that. Who are you?" She needed to make sure to call him the right name.
"Jayson, with a Y, Mitchell." He told her.
"That's it. He added a Y to your name and gave you a new last name." Elizabeth thought he should have something unsuited to him as well.
"That's pretty much it." He said laughing. "The fact that Jayson Mitchell is listed as being married will help more than anything." At least until everyone realized Elizabeth was gone too. Still they'd be looking for two single people traveling together and would most likely concentrate on Italy. That was why they didn't go there first.
When he reminded her that they were supposed to be married she felt her heart rate increase. She couldn't help but think of that really big bed behind her and the fact that the sofa did not fold out. Sleeping in Jason's arms was heaven but it also made her system go haywire. In the most wonderful way.
Thinking of her being his wife was also having an effect on Jason's system. He very much wanted to show her just how magical a physical relationship could be when it was with someone you cared about. Even though it ended badly, his time with Robin showed him how deeply two people could connect. That was why he knew how special what he felt for Elizabeth was. It was a million times stronger than what he felt for Robin. His feelings for Carly hadn't even come close to this.
He would wait because that was what his girl needed from him. "Ready to head out?"
"Yes." She needed some air.
He locked the door behind them and took her hand in his. The joy on her face at that simple act made him feel like a hero. "While we are at the restaurant, we can decide what to do tomorrow. We can stay here or we can visit one of the many islands in the area. What ever you like."
He had told her earlier they were staying for a week before flying out. So they had time to explore. She was very much looking forward to it.
They ate outside by the water. Jason had learned in his travels the best places to eat were the ones the locals frequented, so he asked the desk clerk at the Inn where to go. She had sent them to a small bistro that charmed Elizabeth from the moment they set foot inside.
Since it was an island they both went for seafood dishes and their server proudly stated that everything was caught that morning. Elizabeth also learned that PEI, as the natives often referred to it, was also well known for its potatoes so she ordered some of them as well.
"I think tomorrow I'd like to stay on the island and explore." Elizabeth decided as she ate another piece of her fish. She'd sampled some of Jason's dish earlier. Both where outstanding.
"Would you like to play tourist or maybe do a little something more individual?" Jason would plan a day around whatever she wanted.
"How about something a bit more individual?" She didn't know what he meant but she liked the sound of it.
"We can take a road tour and travel down a few of the famous red clay roads on the island." He suggested. He was being mindful of her injury. She was moving well today and he wanted it to stay that way.
"That sounds like fun." She said and they started planning.
They were almost finished dinner when the manager walked up. "I understand that this is your first time to Canada?"
"Yes." Elizabeth responded. "Well mine anyway, my husband has been before."
Because he had Jason knew what was coming. He was just glad that Elizabeth had eaten first.
"Well we'd like to properly welcome you." The manager smiled. "Luckily for you I'm a Newfoundlander so this will be official."
"Okay." Elizabeth was aware that other patrons in the restaurant were looking at them. "I'm game."
"Good. Bring forth the cod!" The manager cried.
"What have I gotten myself into?" Elizabeth laughingly asked Jason who just grinned at her.
Elizabeth was about to Kiss the Cod a Canadian custom to welcome newcomers. She was handed a shot of something called screech, which she was told was the local moonshine. The manager instructed her to kiss the fish, which she did. Then she was asked if she was a screecher. To which she replied "Did I is and long may your big jib draw." There was more to that phrase but she simply couldn't say it. She downed the shot and everyone applauded. She looked over at Jason smiling wide. He gave her a wink and she blushed.
Back in the hotel they each showered. When he came out of the bathroom she was sitting on the couch in pajamas flipping through television channels. She briefly looked up at him before looking away again.
He could tell she was nervous about the coming night although the shot had probably relaxed her some. That she was didn't surprise him. Yes she trusted him, but a lot of things had changed in a short amount of time. Today brought the biggest changes of all. She was in a new country and they were going to be sharing a bed tonight. True they had shared a bed two nights ago but this was different. That night had been all about comfort. Tonight they didn't have that between them. "Find anything good to watch?"
"Not really. I'm sure if I stayed on one channel for more than a few minutes that would change." Elizabeth looked over again. Jason wasn't wearing a shirt and she was trying hard not to stare. The butterflies in her stomach were in a frenzy. He said he would wait but for how long? He was used to having sex when he wanted it. How long before he got tired of waiting for the scared little girl to grow up?
"We could turn in then." He suggested. The sooner they got in bed the sooner she would see that he intended to keep his word.
"Okay." She said softly turning off the television. She also turned off the lamp.
"Leave the bathroom light on, that way if you get up you don't walk into anything." Jason advised.
"Good point." Elizabeth came over and crawled into bed. Once again she was close to the window and looking out she could see the water. Jason joined her and spooned up behind her. She stiffened momentarily and held her breath waiting to see what he would do next.
"Relax Elle." Jason whispered against her hair as he put his arms around her. "I'm just going to hold you, if you feel trapped all you have to do is say let go."
"I'm sorry." All she had to do was remember that this was Jason. "I'm not used to sleeping with anyone." Even when she had gone to New York with Lucky he had slept on the floor.
"It's been a long time since I slept with anyone." Jason hadn't shared a bed all night with anyone but Robin. Even Carly had gone home at the end of each night. "I can go to the couch." He offered.
"No. I'd like to get used to this. To touching each other more. Is that alright?" She was still looking out the window.
"I think that sounds perfect." Jason was so proud of how strong she was being.
"Do you think everyone back home is okay?" Elizabeth asked him.
"I talked to Francis and some things are happening." He wasn't sure now was the best time to talk about it. He didn't want to add to her bad dreams.
"Tell me in the morning." She could tell by his tone that it wasn't good news.
"Okay." Jason was only slightly worried that she would want to go back.
"I'm staying Jason. No matter what you say, I'm staying with you." She linked her fingers with his. "Good night."
"Night, baby." Jason settled in and listened to her breathing even out before following.
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