A/N I'm going to post shorter chapters from now on to make reading this story a little easier. This chapter represents a bit of change. I am ramping up the drama and suspense and adding a little spy stuff. Thanks for reading and please let me know what you think.
Chapter 5
Agent Jones stood outside of the Olympic village observing the comings and goings of the athletes. He was looking for a certain blonde figure skater and didn't need to wait long. She crossed the street to the Copenhagen Bakery and walked inside. The agent followed her inside and stood in line a few customers behind Sarah and watched and listened. She chatted amiably with a few of her fellow athletes and received hearty congratulations from them. When it was her turn to order, she walked back and forth along the display and picked a variety of pastries, including several chocolate croissants. After she paid, she turned to go and bumped into Jones on the way out. He used the opportunity to plant a tracker and listening device on her. They apologized to each other and Sarah went on her way. She first stopped at the coffee shop and bought four coffees to take to Chuck's place. After Sarah left, Jones went outside to test the tracker and listening device. All was in working order.
"Jones secure."
"What is it?" Director Graham demanded.
"The devices are in place."
"Continue to observe and monitor only. Do not speak to her or make contact."
"Understood, sir. Jones out."
Director Graham disconnected and dialed another number.
"What do you want, Langston. I was going to give you an update tomorrow. Why are you calling?"
"I wanted you to know we have been observing Sarah Walker and planted a tracker and listening device on her."
"WHAT!" Stephen Bartowski exploded. "She's my son's girlfriend and she is off limits."
"Calm down, Stephen. We are only doing this to protect you and your son. If she is who she seems to be, it will help us protect her better, too."
"What are you getting at? She's exactly who she seems to be."
"Don't you think it's a bit odd that someone like her would fall for your son?
"You don't think my son is good enough for her? That's rubbish."
"You must admit that she seems way out of Chuck's league."
"Are you saying that she's with Chuck not because she loves him but because she's some sort of spy?"
"The thought has crossed my mind."
"Listen here, Langston. She is exactly who she says she is and loves my son and he loves her. If you don't get that tracker and listening device off her by the end of the day, I will cease working on the project until you do. Is that clear?"
"I'm the one who gives orders around here."
"Not when it comes to my family and our friends. Make sure that is taken care of, today!"
Stephen slammed the phone down and cursed under his breath. Mary walked into the room and asked "Who was that?"
"Graham. He had a tracker and listening device put on our future daughter-in-law."
"Aren't you being a little presumptuous, Stephen?"
"You've seen the way they look at each other. It's almost like us thirty years ago."
"That's true. But why the hardware on Sarah?"
"Langston wants to make sure she's legit. He doesn't believe that a beautiful young lady like Sarah could fall for our son. I told him to have everything removed today."
"Good. We want them to have every opportunity to have their relationship succeed. That means as little interference as possible from us and the people we work with."
Sarah met with Chuck after his practice so they could go to the speed skating rink. Zondra was competing it the 3,000 meters race and was a favorite to win a medal. A Dutch skater and Norwegian skater were also favored. Zondra had one of the earlier start times, so it would be important for her to post a really good time and hope for the best. Sarah and Chuck went over to her and wished her the best as she waited on the rail for everyone to finish warming up. Then the couple went and found their seats in the stands and wrapped themselves in a blanket to keep warm. They were also wearing parkas, mittens, scarves and ski hats to keep warm. Chuck also stopped and bought them hot apple cider which also helped with warmth. As Chuck and Sarah snuggled under the blanket, a member of the paparazzi spotted them and started snapping pictures. They just smiled and waved back thinking it would be best to be nice about it as they were out in public. If they kept a low profile and didn't get into trouble, they figured the press would eventually lose interest in them and leave them alone.
Zondra posted an excellent time and waited as seven pairs of skaters took their turns. It wasn't until the last group of skaters took to the starting line and Zondra was still in first place did she realize she was guaranteed a medal. When the final pair crossed the finish line, they also posted excellent times but Zondra was still in the lead by .2 seconds. Sarah and Chuck jumped up and cheered as Sarah's roommate had just won a gold medal. They stayed and watched the medal ceremony and headed back to the village to change before going over to Chuck's parent's hotel for dinner.
Stephen, Mary, Ellie and Devon met Sarah and Chuck in the lobby of the hotel. They were going to a seafood restaurant down the street. It had turned very cold in the previous hour, so the three couples hustled as fast as they could to the restaurant. It was called Bayside Bistro. Once inside, they gave their coats to the receptionist and proceeded to the bar to wait for their table to be ready. Since Chuck as still competing and had a game the next afternoon, he didn't want any alcohol, so he ordered a coke. Everyone else ordered white wine and they sipped on their drinks as they waited. Sarah wore the blue dress she bought earlier and looked stunning as always and Chuck wore the same clothes as he wore on their first date.
When they were shown to their rectangular table, Chuck and Sarah sat next to each other across from Ellie and Devon. Stephen and Mary took each table head. The waiter handed a menu to each person and discussed the evening specials. While they were looking over the menus, Ellie mentioned to Devon that Sarah was accepted to medical school at Stanford in the fall. "That's great Sarah. Do you have an idea what you want to study?"
Sarah was holding Chuck's hand under the table and squeezed it. "I am really interested in vision and vision related issues. I'm thinking of ophthalmology and specializing in eye surgery."
"That's great, Sarah, said Ellie. In my specialty, neurology, many of my patients have eye issues after an injury. It would be great to be able to work with you to help them."
"I have to get through school first, Ellie."
"I know. I'm sure you'll do great."
"Thanks Ellie."
The waiter came back and took their dinner and drink orders. After he left, Chuck asked his father "How is your project for the government going, dad?"
"It was going well Charles until I hit a snag today. Maybe there is a miscoding somewhere that I haven't been able to find. I don't have all my diagnostic programs here with me."
"I'll be happy to take a look at it if you want."
"No thanks, Charles. You are pretty busy with the Olympics and I don't want to take any of your time away from Sarah."
Chuck smiled and squeezed Sarah's hand, who also had a big smile on her face. "We appreciate that, dad. What exactly does your program do? You haven't told me anything about it."
Stephen looked over at Mary who nodded. "The program is top secret, but I can tell you that is helps gather and cross reference data for national security purposes."
Sarah chimed in. "It sounds important since it helps keep our nation secure."
"It will once it is finished," Mary offered.
"How much longer will it take to finish, dad? Ellie asked.
"With testing, it'll probably take another six months."
"Are you working on a new game, Chuck? Sarah asked.
"I just came up with a new idea, it involves a beautiful blonde spy who's cover is a champion figure skater. You know who inspired this idea, don't you?"
Sarah chuckled. "What, me a spy? Don't be ridiculous, Chuck."
"Don't sell yourself short Sarah. I bet you'd make the ultimate spy."
"Don't spies have partners, Chuck? The only way I'd ever even consider being a spy is if you were my partner."
Devon spoke up. "I can see it now. Team Bartowski, the best spies in the business."
"Why would the team be named after me?"
"You and Sarah make a great couple, Chuck," said Ellie. "You could pose as a married spy couple."
Chuck and Sarah said in unison "I would never want to pose as being married to Sarah (Chuck). Only the real thing for me."
Chuck and Sarah turned pink and looked at each other. Did I really say that? Did I just hear that?
The waiter showed up with their food, preventing any further embarrassment for the new couple, but allowing them to ponder what they were feeling just now. We just met a few days ago. How can I even be thinking about marriage? Besides, we were talking about a make believe computer game. Weren't we? This is all happening too fast. Isn't it?
Mary broke the silence and said "That sounds like a great idea for a game, Chuck. You two would make a great spy couple. Sarah could be great with knives and Chuck could be great a great hacker."
"As long as I had enough thinkin' juice," Chuck joked.
"Thinkin' juice?" Sarah asked.
"I like to have a little Chardonnay when I'm writing code. I call it my thinkin' juice.
"I'm actually pretty good with knives," said Sarah. "How did you know, Mary?"
"I noticed how you've been handling your knives around food when you eat with us. It looks like you have had a lot of practice."
"Actually my grandfather took me hunting with him a dozen or so times when he was still alive and showed me how to shoot a rifle and throw and handle knives. I'm a little rusty now, but I used to be pretty good."
"I've got it now," said Chuck. "Sarah can be my kick ass ninja figure skating wife/spy while I hack into computer systems to bypass all the security. My code name could be 'Piranha'."
"There is something wrong with your story, Chuck."
Chuck raised an eyebrow.
"I'm a pairs skater, Chuck. You would need to be my partner on the ice as well as my husband/spy. Do you remember that movie where the hockey player couldn't play anymore and became a pairs skater? You could be that guy."
Stephen said "That sounds like a great idea for a game, Chuck and Sarah. I bet it would be a best seller."
"Although I'd love to skate with you, Sarah, I don't know how I'd do with a toe pick on my skates. You know, in the movie, where Kate keeps watching Doug fall down and says 'toe pick' each time?"
"I would never be that mean to you, Chuck. I love you."
"I know, Sarah. I love you too. It sounds like a great idea for a game, though. I'll start writing it after the Olympics."
They all raised their glasses in a toast and took turns touching them together. "To a new best seller."
After dinner was over, Chuck and Sarah decided to call it a night and head back to the village. They snuggled together in the back of the cab and spent almost the entire time kissing, only coming up for air when needed. They put on quite a show for the driver. Zondra had sent Sarah a text and said she was out celebrating with her boyfriend who just got in town and that she would have their room all to herself tonight. Needless to say, Chuck and Sarah were really looking forward to some alone time.
When they arrived at the village, Chuck paid the driver and they hurried to Sarah's room. After several tries, they finally got the door open as it was difficult to find the key hole when their eyes were closed.
After they made it inside the room and flicked on the light, Chuck picked up Sarah and kicked the door closed with his foot. He carried Sarah to her bed and set her gently on it. Chuck took off his overcoat and scarf and mittens and helped Sarah with hers and hung them up in her closet. He then walked back to her bed and sat down next to her. Sarah had kicked off her shoes and pulled her feet up on the bed. Chuck kicked off his shoes too, turned to face Sarah and took her hands in his. "It looks like we're finally alone."
"Mmmm hmmmm."
"I love you, Sarah. I want our first time to be really, really special for you. Everything has happened so fast between us and I don't want to do this if you're not completely ready."
"I love you too, Chuck. I want our first time to be just as special for you. I'm totally ready for this and really, really want to make love to you as long as you do. too."
"I really, really want to make love to you too, Sarah. Should we put a sock on the door?"
Sarah chuckled and shook her head. They both smiled broadly at each other and leaned in for a kiss that quickly became passionate. Sarah reached up and slid Chuck's suit jacket off his shoulders and threw it over a nearby chair. She pulled his tie down and slipped it off and it joined his coat. Chuck returned to kissing Sarah and his lips trailed down her jaw and onto her neck where it joined her shoulder. Sarah shuddered in excitement at his kisses and his breath on her shoulder. Chuck ran his hands up and down her back and giving Sarah a light massage as he did. Sarah reach in front of her and unbuttoned Chuck's shirt and slipped it off his shoulders. The shirt quickly joined his other clothes along with his T-shirt so that Chuck was now bare chested. Sarah ran her hands up and down his chest and felt the powerful muscles he had developed from playing hockey. Chuck then pulled Sarah into a deep kiss and reached behind Sarah to find the zipper to her dress. After fumbling with it for a few moments, he finally undid the hook and started sliding the zipper down her back. When he reached the bottom of the zipper opening, Chuck slipped his hand onto her bare back and reveled in feeling Sarah's bare skin. He slid his hand over her back and bra strap up to the top and then slid the dress off her shoulders. Sarah let the dress fall to her waist as Chuck leaned back to look at her. Sarah took his breath away. She was wearing a black lacy bra that pushed up her perfect breasts and Chuck reached out to touch and gently massage them and Sarah moaned lightly in pleasure. After a few moments, Sarah stood up and allowed the dress to fall to the floor and she picked it up and lay in on the chair with Chuck's clothes. Sarah stood before Chuck wearing only her black lacy bra and matching black lacy panties. Chuck's breath hitched as he took in her beauty and he reached out for her. She slowly came to him and straddled his lap and she noticed how turned on he was. Sarah pressed against him with her hips and Chuck reached around to unhook her bra. After her bra joined the other clothes on the chair, Sarah arched her back and raised herself up to offer her bare breasts to Chuck. He expertly used his mouth and tongue and hands as Sarah thoroughly enjoyed what he was doing to her. Sarah was becoming more and more turned on and she reached down to undo Chuck's belt and unzip his pants. A few minutes later, Sarah stood up in front of Chuck so he could finish undressing her. Chuck pulled Sarah close to him and he ran his hands up her legs and over her perfect ass. He then raised his hands and hooked his thumbs in the waistband and slowly slid her panties down where she stepped out of them and he flung them on the chair. Chuck couldn't believe how beautiful she was and how lucky he was to have Sarah. Sarah squatted down and in one motion pulled the rest of Chuck's clothes off. She couldn't believe how lucky she was. Not only was the nicest man she had ever met, he was handsome, smart, physically fit and extremely well endowed. Sarah climbed back on the bed and lay down and Chuck reached into his pants pockets to pull out his wallet for a condom and put his cell phone on the night stand. After he threw his pants and boxers on the chair, as he reached past Sarah's head to place the items, they both heard what sounded like interference on a radio.
"What was that?" Chuck asked.
"What was that? Sarah asked.
Sarah sat up and Chuck used his cell phone like a wand and waved it slowly around her head. Looking closely, he discovered a small object in Sarah's hair, pulled it out and showed it to her.
"What's that?" she said in alarm.
Chuck looked closely at it and said. "It looks like a bug."
"A BUG!" Sarah almost screamed. "Why would anyone want to put a bug on me?"
"I don't know, Sarah. But I am certainly going to find out."