Epilogue: Thinking out loud
"When your legs don't work like they used to before and I can't sweep you off of your feet. Will your mouth still remember the taste of my love? Will your eyes still smile from your cheeks? And darling I will be loving you 'til we're 70 and baby my heart could still fall as hard at 23. And I'm thinking 'bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways, maybe just the touch of a hand. Well, me I fall in love with you every single day and I just wanna tell you I am..."
One year of marriage:
Jackson knocked on the bathroom door loudly; "Babe, are you sure you're alright? You've been there for almost an hour now."
A loud flushing sound resonated from the bathroom before the door was yanked open, showing a pale faced April. "Change of plans, I don't think I can go in today"
Jackson placed his hand on April's forehead; "You're warm" he said with furrowed brows. "Did you already take meds?"
"Yeah, but I still feel like shit" April grumbled as she leans on the doorframe.
Jackson bend forward and swept April into his arms; "I'm taking you to the hospital"
"What are you doing - put me down" April said while squirming.
Jackson ignored April's protest and carried her into their room; he gently placed her on top of the bed before walking towards the closet to grab a jacket. "Your meds is not working and you've been feeling under the weather for a week, I think it's time to get you checked."
April fell back before turning on her side, curling like a fetus; "I don't want to go to the hospital, I'll just feel sicker there..."
"I'm not leaving you here at your condition" Jackson said firmly. He made his way back towards the bed and sat beside April; he placed his hand on her hip and squeezed it; "Come on babe, sit up so I can help you into your jacket then we'll leave" he cajoled.
April buried her face into the comforter; "You're not dropping this, aren't you?"
"Nope" Jackson replied. "Upsy daisy"
April sighed in defeat; she slowly rose from the bed and pouted. "I hate you"
Jackson chuckled; "I love you too" he replied. He then stood up and held the jacket for her; "Come here"
April stood up and let her husband help her; "I'm sorry for being a grumpus"
Jackson tugged on hem of the jacket before zipping it up; "It's alright, we both know I'm little far worse grumpus than you" he said with a small smile.
"Just a little? Really?" April teased.
"Fine, a lot" Jackson conceded. He then draped his arm around April's shoulders and began steering her towards the door; "We have to get going, we don't want to get caught in the morning rush."
April wrapped her arm around Jackson's waist and rested her head on his when she felt her world spinning; "I think going to the hospital is a good idea..."
Jackson hid his smirk; "You think?" he teased.
April didn't respond and just let her husband guide her.
oOo
"-and make sure to check his IV lines once in a while, kids tend to rip them off" Alex instructed.
Jo nodded; "Noted"
Alex turned towards the little boy and smiled; "Dr. Wilson will take care of you while I'm off, can you be nice to her?"
"Okay"
Alex ruffled the little boy's hair before turning towards the parents; "He's okay, he's just a little dehydrated but the dextrose will take care of that."
"Thank you again Dr. Karev" The mother said.
"You're welcome, if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask Dr. Wilson, okay?"
"Will do" The father replied.
Alex tapped on the tab and handed it to Jo; "Page me if you need me"
"Okiedokie" Jo replied.
Alex spun on his heels and began making his way towards the nurses' station; he was halfway when he noticed Jackson almost carrying a very pale looking April. He furrowed his brows as he jogged towards them; "Hey, what's going on?" he asked.
"She's feeling light headed and been under the weather for almost a week now" Jackson replied.
"I'm fine, it's just plain old flu" April said.
Alex placed his hand on April's forehead; "You're hot"
April managed a lopsided grin; "Are you hitting on me Karev?"
Alex rolled his eyes as he let his hand fall to his side; "Your wife is delusional"
"Hey!"
Jackson snorted; "You have no idea" he said. "Come on babe, let's get you settled on one of your beloved E.R. beds"
"You can use that one" Alex pointed towards the farthest bed on his left.
"Thanks" Jackson replied as he helped April walk towards it. When his wife is settled, he turned towards Alex; "Can you do a full check up on her? As much as I want to I have to run to Admin really quick, I have a skype meeting in" he paused and checked his watch. "-five minutes"
Alex nodded; "Go"
"I'm really okay, I just need some meds and I'll be right as rain" April said.
Jackson leaned forward and pressed his lips on April's forehead; "I'll be back and please don't give Alex a hard time. You're a patient today and not a doctor, okay?"
"Okay"
"Thanks man, I owe you one" Jackson said before walking away.
Alex stood beside April's bed; "You heard Pretty boy, you're my patient today and not a doctor, you'll have to do everything I say, capiche?"
April fought the urge to roll her eyes; "Fine."
Alex smirked before turning his face to the side and barking orders.
oOo
"You're late! Where have you been?" Mark asked as he saw Jackson step out of the elevator.
Jackson winced; "Sorry man, April is running a temp so I dragged her here to have her checked" he said as he walked past his mentor.
"Kepner is sick?" Mark asked as he follows Jackson to his office.
"Yeah, she's been feeling under the weather for almost a week now and she's been puking like crazy - I think its stomach flu" Jackson replied as he hastily unlocked the door.
"Puking? Is she nauseous?"
Jackson made a bee line towards his desk and placed his bag on top of it; he quickly pulled his laptop out and began setting it up. "I don't know but she's a little unsteady on her feet when we arrived."
Mark sat on the chair right in front of the desk; "I think you should have her blood drawn"
"Karev is working on it, I'm sure he'll run labs"
"Are you trying to get pregnant?"
Jackson froze, his fingers hovering on the keyboard.
"Nauseous? Puking? Classic signs of pregnancy" Mark said.
Jackson plopped down unceremoniously on his chair, an indiscernible look on his face; "P-pregnant?"
Mark turned on his seat to face Jackson; "Are we happy or not?" he asked carefully.
"Pregnant" Jackson repeated the word, as if tasting it. After a couple of seconds, a large grin curled on his lips; "It's just - I'm a freaking doctor, why didn't I think about that?"
Mark blinked a couple of times before letting out a full belly laugh.
oOo
"I see you finally decided to have yourself checked"
April opened her eyes; "Chief" she croaked.
Owen folded his arms on top of his chest; "And it took you a week"
April looked sheepish; "I guess..."
Owen shook his head; "Did someone run your labs already?"
"Yeah, it should in here any minute now" April replied.
"Good" Owen said.
April saw Heather walking towards their direction so she sat up from her perch; "I think it's here"
Heather lifted the paper; "I got it"
April held out her hand; "Give it here"
Owen plucked the paper from Heather's hand; "You're a patient today Mrs. Avery, not a doctor" he said. He then moved his eyes towards the results; "Your WBC is elevated - were you taking antibiotics?"
"Yes but it's already been a week and I still feel ill" April replied.
Heather stuffed her hands inside her labcoat pocket; "Maybe the dosage is not enough" she suggested.
"I'm thinking about the same thing" April said.
Owen lowered the paper and stared at April; "When was your last period?"
April was caught off guard with Owens' question; "Err -"
Owen pointed at himself; "Doctor" he said. He then moved his pointer finger towards April; "Patient, so please answer my question Mrs. Avery"
"Fine" April mumbled, her cheeks turning beet red. After a moment, her eyes widen in shock; "Oh my god" she gasped.
Owen wiggled the paper; "Your HcG level is elevated, I don't think I have to explain it further" he said with a smile. "Congratulations"
"What's happening here?" Alex said as he sidled up next to Owen.
"Have a good day too" Jackson said while smiling at the webcam. He then tapped on the keyboard and stood up from his perch; "Funds are approved, we can finally get the ball rolling" he said.
Mark rubbed his hands together; "Alrighty then" he said with a large grin.
Jackson grabbed his phone from his desk and checked the screen; "I better check on April"
Mark stood up from his perch; "Want me to tag along?"
"Nah" Jackson replied. He then pulled away from his desk and began making his way towards the door; "I got this"
"I call dibs on your firstborn's name" Mark said giddily as he trails behind the other surgeon.
"I'm not naming my firstborn after you!"
"We'll see about that"
oOo
"Please don't tell anyone yet?" April half pleaded.
"I take it that this is not planned?" Owen asked.
"You're keeping it right?" Alex asked with furrowed brows.
April looked horrified; "Of course I'm keeping it! Why would you even ask me that?"
"Karev" Owen warned.
Alex shrugged his shoulders; "It's just a question"
Owen turned his eyes towards Heather; "You heard her"
"My lips are sealed" Heather said while acting like she's zipping her lips.
Owen moved his eyes back to Alex; "And you?"
Alex rolled his eyes; "Fine"
"Thank you" April said while looking at her peers.
"Now that everything is settled, I suggest you make an appointment with your OB today so your antibiotics can be adjusted" Owen said while eyeing his prot.
April bobbed her head obediently; "I will do that."
"Alright then," Owen said. He then held out the paper to Alex; "You hold on to this" he instructed.
Alex snatched the paper; "Yeah"
Owen took a peek at his watch; "I have to go"
"Thanks Chief" April said with a grateful smile.
"You're welcome" Owen replied before walking away.
"Can you check if bed 5's xray is up? If it is, page Ortho" Alex said to his resident.
Heather mock saluted; "Aye aye captain!" she said before scurrying away.
Alex stared at Heather's retreating form while shaking his head; "She gets weirder, day by day - I swear."
"It's Brooks, what do you expect? She's always been the odd ball among the group"
"Point taken" Alex said. He then shifted closer to the bed and perched himself near the footboard; "So, how are you feeling? Are you excited? Ecstatic? Happy?"
April let out a bashful smile; "I am" she replied. "But I can't believe I missed all the signs, what kind of doctor am I?"
Alex chuckled; "Don't beat yourself up, it happens to the best of us"
April considered Alex's words; "You're right"
"Everything alright here?"
Both April and Alex turned to the voice; "Yeah, everything's good" the latter replied.
"I told you I'm okay" April said while staring at her husband. "How's your meeting?"
"It went well, the foundation approved the proposal and they will be releasing the budget hopefully by next week" Jackson said as he walks towards April's bed side.
"That's good to hear" April said with a smile.
Alex hopped off of the bed; "Err - I'll leave you two, I still need to talk to my patient's parents" he said.
Jackson pointed towards the paper that Alex is holding; "Is that my wife's lab results?"
Alex threw April a fleeting look and saw her subtly shook her head; "No, it's for my patient" he lied.
"But you ran labs for her, right?"
"Yeah I did, I'll get it to you in a few minutes" Alex replied.
"Okay, thanks man" Jackson replied.
"No prob" Alex said before walking away.
Jackson sat on April's bed side and focused his attention on her; "Your colour has returned, feeling any better?"
"Y-yeah"
Jackson studied April's face for a moment; "Is something wrong?"
April avoided Jackson's gaze and nodded; "No, everything is fine"
"Are you sure? Because you're kinda avoiding my eyes"
April lifted her gaze and met Jackson's eyes; she opened her mouth to assure him for the second time but different words came out. "I'm pregnant"
Jackson's breath got caught inside his throat as he stares at April.
April's eyes widen in mortification; "Oh my god" she said as she covers her face with her hands.
"Wow" Jackson breathed out, surprise evident in his voice.
April slowly pulled her hands away, her eyes swelling with fat tears; "I'm sorry...I didn't mean to get pregnant, I didn't-"
Jackson didn't let April finish her rant, he cupped her face and pulled her into a searing kiss. After a couple of seconds he pulled away but kept his forehead on hers; "Are you sure?"
Tears fell down April's cheeks; "Yes...I have elevated HcG levels"
The corner of Jackson's lips slowly curled up before it morphed into a full grin; "I'm going to be a Daddy?"
"Y-yes" April choked out. "Are you mad?"
Jackson pulled his face away but kept his eyes on her; "Of course not" he said seriously. He then moved his hand and gently rested it on April's stomach; "This right here is the product of our love and I for one, can't wait to see how beautiful he or she will be."
April let out a cry of relief as throws her arms around Jackson's neck; "I love love love you!"
Jackson planted a kiss on April's temple as he hugs her back; "I love love love you too" he replied with a chuckle.
April pulled away from the embrace; "I need to see my OB, I have to have my medications adjusted"
Jackson leaned forward and planted a chaste kiss on April's lips before standing up; "I'll go set it up now"
oOo
"Guess what"
Lexie jumped on her feet; "Arrrrrgggghhh!" she shrieked.
"Whoa!" Mark said as he places a calming hand on his wife's shoulder.
Lexie spun around and saw her husband standing behind her; "What the hell Mark! You scared the shit out of me!" she hissed.
Mark raised his hands in surrender; "I didn't mean to scare you sweetums"
Lexie glared; "Stop calling me that, it's disgusting"
Mark grinned; "Whatever you say honeybear"
Lexie closed her eyes and took a deep calming breath; after counting 1 to 10, she opened them again and stared at Mark. "What were you saying awhile ago?"
Mark shoved his hands inside his pockets while rocking on the balls of his feet; "It looks like our little button will have a new playmate aside from Sophia."
"Lower your voice!" Lexie shushed while checking if anybody heard Mark's statement.
Mark scratched the back of his neck, a sheepish look marring his face; "Sorry"
Lexie waved her hand dismissively; "Go on, who's knocked up?"
The grin returned on Mark's lips in full force; "Your bestie"
Lexie's eyes rounded like saucers; "Are you sure?"
"Nausea? Puking? Fever? Ring a bell?"
"That's exactly how I felt!"
"Avery brought her in this morning to get her checked" Mark said. He then checked his watch; "Lab results should be in by now"
Lexie squealed happily; "Oh my god! I can't believe it!"
"Now, now - we're not yet sure so don't go crazy yet"
Lexie nodded; "Okay"
oOo
"Oooh, look at this cute, little fetus" April gushed while stepping out of her OB's office.
Jackson draped his arm around her shoulders, a large smile painted on his lips.
April wrapped her arm around his waist; "I want to send this to my Mom" she said excitedly.
"Of course, right after the first trimester" Jackson replied. "Two more weeks"
"Come on, that's so far" April whined.
Jackson stopped walking and stood right in front of his wife; "Look, if we start telling people, we got to tell my Mom, you don't want her torpedo-ing here if she hears it from the grapevine instead of us."
April cocked her head to the side; "Good point"
"Oh hey guys!"
"Hi" Jackson greeted.
April hastily stuffed the picture inside Jackson's pocket before turning around; "Hey! Hi - just uh, having a check up with old Ob-gyn" she said. She then took a step back and fell into step with her husband, wrapping her arm around his waist again; "Making sure that all the parts are in order" she said while gesturing towards her stomach.
"Yeah" Jackson agreed.
Callie raised her brow; "Both of you?"
"Callie Torres?"
Callie turned around and saw the nurse looking for her; "Hi! That's me" she said. She then turned her face towards the couple and smirked; "I think I can handle this on my own" she joked.
April chuckled; "Okay"
Callie shook her head as she walked towards the room without sparing the couple a parting glance.
April waited for the door to close; "That was terrible!" she said before bursting into giggles.
Jackson smiled fondly; "I take it that you're feeling tad better?"
"Yeah" April replied.
"Do you want to go home now or do you want me to get you a room here so you can rest?
April thought for a moment; "I think I'm going home" she replied while fishing out her phone from her back pocket.
Jackson cocked his head to the side; "What are you doing?"
"I'm calling a cab"
Jackson rolled his eyes as he pried the phone away from April's hand; "You're not taking a cab, I'm taking you home"
"But you're in the middle of your shift" April protested. "I can just take a cab, you don't have to take me"
"I'm the head of the board, I can do everything I want" Jackson said cockily. "That includes making sure that my baby Momma gets home safely"
April snorted; "Baby Momma?"
Jackson winked.
"Fine, take me home baby Daddy"
"Wait for me downstairs? I'll just go to Admin really quick to tell them I'm taking you home"
"Okay" April replied.
oOo
Jackson took April home and went back to the hospital; he was currently updating some charts when he felt a tap on his shoulder. He turned around and saw a beaming Lexie behind him; "Hey, what's up?"
"What's the result?"
Jackson looked confused; "My patient?"
"No silly! April - what's the verdict?"
"You have a very nosey husband" Jackson grumbled.
Lexie laughed; "Nosey is an understatement" she quipped. "So, what is it?"
Jackson checked their surrounding; "Can you put your husband on leash and keep your mouth shut?"
Lexie nodded; "It's the doghouse for him if I hear him starting rumours"
Jackson grinned; "She's 8 weeks long" he whispered.
"Oh my god! Congratulations!" Lexie squealed.
Jackson hastily covered Lexie's mouth with his hand; "Ssssshhhhhhhh!"
Lexie laughed as she tugs Jackson's hand away; "I'm sorry, I just can't help it"
"I know but calm it down" Jackson chastised. "We're not saying anything until the first trimester is over"
"Good move. I'm so happy - I can't believe were having a kid together-"
"Wait - having a kid together?" Jackson paused. "Are you also...?"
Lexie clamped her mouth shut, her eyes widening in mortification.
Jackson threw his head back and laughed.
"Stop laughing - why are you laughing?" Lexie snapped.
"It's just - that explains why Mark knew these things" Jackson said with a grin. "How far long are you?"
Lexie cheeks flush; "11 weeks, we didn't tell anyone yet because like you - we're waiting for the first trimester to pass before telling people..."
"April will be very stoked, who would've thought that you two will be knocked up at the same time?" Jackson teased.
"If I don't know any better, I'd say you and my husband planned this together" Lexie said with a pout.
Jackson threw his head back and laughed again.
oOo
April bit her bottom lip as she stared at the emerald green baby-doll nightie that Jackson bought her a year ago; she was never a lingerie type of woman so she avoided it at all cost. But since she wanted to do something special for giving her a precious baby - she'll swallow her reservation and give him a thank you gift that she knows he'll enjoy.
oOo
Jackson adjusted the small paper bag his holding as he locks the door behind him; he hung his keys on the hook before announcing his presence. "Babe, I'm home"
"I'm in the kitchen" April called out.
Jackson furrowed his brows; he knew she was still not feeling well so he can't fathom why she's up on her feet. He appeared from the hallway and saw her pulling a pan from the oven; "What are you doing?"
April carefully placed the pan on top of a wire rack; she then took off her mitts and closed the oven door. "I made meatloaf"
Jackson placed his bag on one of the high chairs before lifting the paper bag his holding; "I bought you something" he said.
"What did you buy me?" April asked giddily.
"Why don't you come here and find out" Jackson said with a smile.
April didn't need much convincing; she quickly rounded the counter and made her way towards Jackson. She snatched the bag from his hand and began examining it; "Did you buy me new lingerie?"
Jackson chuckled; "Why don't you open it"
April pried the bag open and slipped her hand inside; she whisked out the frilly tissue paper before peeking inside. She felt her throat clogged with emotions as her eyes sting; "Oh Jackson" she gasped as she pulls out a white onesie.
Jackson shoved his hands inside his pockets as he rocks on the balls of his feet; "There's something written on the front, read it."
April followed his instruction; "Oh my gosh" she breathed out. She then turned it towards Jackson; "World's Best Mommy" she croaked.
Jackson grinned; "Do you like it?"
April threw her arms around Jackson and hugged him tightly; "I love it - I love you"
Jackson wrapped his arms around her tiny waist and buried his face in her hair; "I love you more and I love our little angel" he replied.
oOo
After dinner, Jackson volunteered to take care of the dishes while April retired into their bedroom. He still doesn't have any idea what's in store for him so he took his time loading the dishwasher and making sure that all the doors are locked. He grabbed his satchel from the high chair and slowly made his way towards their bedroom; he pushed the door open and stepped inside. He was in the process of closing the door behind him but he froze with what he saw; his breath got caught up inside his throat as his heart started pumping vigorously inside his chest.
April was lying on her side, facing the door; her head is supported by her left hand while her right arm is resting on her hip. "Took you long enough"
Jackson licked his lips as his eyes raked his wife's form; she is wearing the emerald green baby doll he bought from Paris last year and she looks good enough to eat. "If I had known you will be waiting for me wearing that, I would've skipped washing the dishes"
April threw her husband a come-hither look; she then moved her right hand towards the satin ribbon holding the cups together and began playing with it. "Yeah, but where's the surprise in that?"
Jackson dropped his bag on the floor and began unbuttoning his top; "Oh you surprised me alright, you look hot" he said huskily.
April licked her lips as she slowly sat up; she scooted toward the foot of the bed and planted her feet on the floor. She braced her hands on the bed and reclined back; causing the bodice of the gown to part, exposing more skin, showing her matching knickers. "You look hot too"
Jackson threw his shirt and began unbuckling his belt hastily, his eyes never wavering. "Are you sure you're feeling up to this? Don't get me wrong - I would love to ravish you but if you're not feeling well enough-"
"I'm feeling alright" April said, cutting him off. She stood up from her perch and made her way towards her husband; she stopped right in front of him, slowly raking her nails on his chest. "I would like nothing more that to make love with my gorgeous and sexy baby Daddy"
Jackson let his pants drop to the floor and quickly stepped out of it; he scooped April off the floor and planted his lips firmly on hers.
April moaned out loudly as she wraps her legs around his hips; she cupped his face and began deepening the kiss.
Jackson secured April on his chest before he started steering them towards the bed; he shifted closer to the center before tenderly lowering her. He crawled between her thighs and began grounding his hips; he trailed his lips down to her neck, peppering it with kisses.
April placed her right hand on his nape, massaging it; "That feels so good"
Jackson hummed in agreement; he then pulled his lips away and sat on his haunches, a sexy smile curling on his lips.
"Why did you stop?" April panted.
"I believe I have a present to unwrap" Jackson said, his eyes straying towards his wife's chest.
April cracked a smile; "You mean these?" she asked while cupping her breast boldly.
"That's look so hot" Jackson breathed out.
April arched her back, presenting her chest to her husband wantonly; "What are you waiting for then?"
Jackson didn't waste time, he tugged on the ribbon and pulled the translucent material on the side; he cupped her breast with both hands before capturing one of her puckered peaks with his mouth.
"Oh god" April moaned.
Jackson released her nipple with a loud pop before moving to its twin, bestowing the same attention.
April raked her nails along his back before slipping it inside his boxer; he cupped his firm bottom as she ground her hips upward.
Jackson grunted with the contact; he pulled his mouth away and smirked. "Someone's in a hurry"
April pushed his boxer off before landing a smack on his bare bottom, a naughty smile playing on her lips.
Jackson's eyes widen; "Did you just spank me?" he asked, disbelief seeping through his voice.
April bucked her hips and sat up; she used all her strength to roll Jackson on his back before straddling his waist. "I did and I plan on doing more"
"Whoa" Jackson said. "What got into to you tonight?"
April rubbed her heated core on his erection; "It's not in yet" she replied cheekily.
Jackson couldn't help it, he burst out laughing.
April leaned forward and began planting butterfly kisses on Jackson's neck; "I want to do something special for you, will you let me?"
Jackson's hand flew to April's bottom, squeezing it; "I'm all yours" he replied.
April trailed her lips towards Jackson's mouth; kissing him hungrily. After a couple of minutes, she sat up and un-straddled him; she crawled towards the side of the bed and stood up.
Jackson braced his elbows on the bed; "Where are you going?" he asked confusedly.
April didn't bother covering herself and just blew him a kiss; "I'll be back babe, just sit tight" she said before disappearing behind the door.
Jackson collapsed back on the bed; "I think pregnancy hormones are finally kicking in" he said as he rested his head on one of the pillows.
April didn't take long, she skipped back towards the bed, hiding something behind her back. She climbed back on the bed and nudge Jackson's legs apart; she crawled between his legs and sat on her haunches.
Jackson stared at April curiously; "What are you hiding behind your back babe?"
April threw him a sultry smile before revealing a can of whipped cream; "I'm kinda hungry tonight and I'm craving for something sweet."
Jackson's mouth hung open in shock; he can't believe his sweet and shy wife is hinting, no - initiating oral sex.
April ignored Jackson's reaction and began shaking the can; she the leaned forward and began scattering open mouthed kisses on his chest. When she reached his pecs, she captured a nipple with her lips and began nipping.
Jackson bit his bottom lip and groaned loudly.
April released it with a loud pop before sitting up again; she popped off the top and began squirting a zigzag line from his chest bone down to his belly button.
Jackson jerked up at the cold liquid hitting his skin; "That's cold."
April leaned forward began licking and sucking off the cream.
Jackson's breath hitched as she went further down, nibbling and tasting his skin. Just when she got to his erection, she started way back up his chest, leaving him frustrated.
"Feel good?" April asked, her eyes gleaming with lust.
Jackson bucked hips, making his manhood bob; "If that's not an indication how good it felt, I don't know what will"
April giggled; "Good point" she replied. Without breaking eye contact, she slid her hand between them and worked her fingers over his hardness.
"Fuck"
"Now now Jackson, no need to curse" April tutted as she pulls her hand away.
"Mmmmm, okay."
"Good boy" April said. She then grabbed the can from her side and squirted a considerable amount of whipped cream on her palm, slathering Jackson's cock with the cold treat.
Jackson shuddered and closed his eyes.
April leaned over and flicked his tongue across the tip; she slid her tongue from the root back to the tip, nipping and licking off the sweetness. She then gripped him with her other hand and swept him into her mouth, hollowing her cheeks - suctioning him hard.
Jackson bucked his hips as his fingers found its way into her hair; "A-april..."
Ignoring him, she went about licking of the remaining whipped cream while making long strokes with her hand. Her fingers were almost stuck together, so she sped up the pace. Taking only the tip back in her mouth, she swirled her tongue around and around the shaft, alternating between suctioning it and teasingly flicking it.
Jackson's chest heaves, his breath came into raspy pants.
April took him deeper in her mouth when she heard a groan rumble inside his chest. She could feel him tensing and tightening for release so she jerked him harder and faster with her hand while her mouth continued working over him.
"Yes...uh...oh...I-I'm coming..."
April didn't stop her ministration and just kept on pumping him.
Jackson took that as a sign; his hips jerked up as his body shuddered almost violently.
April waited for a couple of seconds before releasing him; she licked her lips as she sat on her haunches.
Jackson gazed down at her with a thoroughly fucked gleam in his eyes; "That was-I don't know how to describe it"
"I take it that you enjoyed it?"
"Hell - I love it"
April smiled; "Mission accomplished"
Jackson's eyes drifted towards April's flushed chest; "I think it's time to return the favour, don't you think?"
"You don't need to do that Jackson, this night is for you"
Jackson shook his head; "That won't do" he replied. He then kneeled right in front of her and gently pushed her down on the bed. He pressed his lips on her and began plundering her mouth with his tongue; his hand moved towards her chest and began kneading them, flicking his thumb back and forth across her nipple - making her arch towards his hand. He pulled his lips away from hers and began trailing it towards her other breast; his lips closed over the nipple, suckling it deeply before swirling his tongue across it.
April couldn't fight the cry of pleasure that escaped her lips; her hand automatically moving to his head, keeping him in place.
Jackson gave her other breast a soft squeeze before snaking his hand down to her stomach; his fingers feathered across her belly teasingly, causing her hips to buck. He let her nipple go and licked a wet trail downwards; when he reached her flat tummy, he lifted her gaze and kissed it lovingly.
April rubbed Jackson's head, an affectionate smile curling on her lips.
Jackson dipped his hand between her legs, his nimble fingers working against her sensitive flesh over the flimsy fabric.
April's eyes snapped shut as her hips arched involuntarily against his hand, rubbing herself against his fingertips.
"Think we should get rid of this?"
"Uh—huh" April muttered almost incoherently.
Jackson chuckled as his fingers tugged at the waistband, sliding the thong down over her buttocks, throwing it behind him. He then moved his hand back to her dripping core, seeking for her swollen nub; he circled it with his thumb while slowly sliding two fingers into her wet folds. They swirled against her tight walls, working her into a frenzy of desire.
April bit down on her bottom lip to keep her ecstatic cries buried inside her throat from escaping. But it became useless as he continued his assault on her core and brought her closer and closer to coming. As the wave of her first orgasm crashed over her, she dug her nails into Jackson's shoulder and thrust her pelvis hard against his hand.
Jackson couldn't wait any longer; he pulled his hand away and covered her body with his. He pushed her legs wide apart and positioned himself at her entrance; "I'm going to make love to you really nice and slow"
"Oh god..."
Jackson gently eased himself inside; "You feel amazing" he murmured when he buried himself to the hilt.
"I could say the same about you" April replied.
Jackson stayed stock still as he chuckled; "I can't believe you can still be cheeky at times like this"
April pecked him on the lips before smirking; "Shut your trap Avery and just make love to me"
"Yes ma'am" Jackson said with smile. He brought her legs straight up against his chest to where her feet rested at his shoulder, he rammed into her repeatedly, going deeper than before.
April whimpered as she fists the sheet with her hands; "Oh god..."
Jackson pounded into her, his balls smacking against her ass. He groaned as the position took him deeper again. After a couple of minutes, he suddenly lowered her legs and brought them back in a missionary position. He kept pummelling into her hard as his thumb made its way towards her nub; he rubbed at it furiously as he felt his release closing in on him. "Come for me babe"
April's hips lifted off the bed as her core started pulsing around Jackson's cock; she let out strangled cry when she felt herself going over the edge.
Jackson thrust one more time before he let himself go inside her; "Oh fuck!" he cried before collapsing on top of her.
They lay tangled together, catching their breath. After a moment, Jackson lifted himself off April and lay beside her; he turned on his side, supporting his head with his hand. "You okay?"
April turned her head to the side, still panting; "That was great" she said. "And I didn't even get to take off my lingerie"
Jackson stared at April's body and laughed; he lifted the see through fabric with his finger and studied it. "Looks intact to me"
"We don't want to damage this further" April said as she sat up. She carefully took off the baby doll and tossed it away; "I'll fix that later" she said as she lied back down.
Jackson rested his palm on her stomach; "I hope we didn't hurt him/her"
April placed her hand over his; "Nope, I don't think we did" she assured him.
Jackson then leaned forward and stared into her eyes seriously; "I now know"
"What?"
"The moment that cemented my love for you"
April's eyes twinkled with curiosity; "Cemented? And when is that Mr. Avery?"
"Your first ride along; the day you came barging into the E.R sneaking your patient in."
April's brows quirked; "Err - why?"
Jackson moved his hand, cupping her face; "Because right there and then you made me feel like I can do anything" he paused and smiled. "Of all the doctors in that hospital, you chose to put your trust me even though things between us weren't really good. Your faith in me never wavered and for the first time in my life I felt significant - you still chose me despite of everything I've done to you and for me that meant everything."
April felt her heart melt with his words; she placed her hands on his face and pulled him for a kiss.
"So honey now, take me into your loving arms. Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars, place your head on my beating heart. I'm thinking out loud that maybe we found love right where we are..."
Seven months after:
"Hey stranger"
Lexie turned her face to the side and saw April standing by the door; "What are you doing there? Come inside and sit down, you shouldn't be on your feet too long."
April rolled her eyes as she waddled inside the room; she placed her hand on her swollen belly as she slowly sat down on the chair closest to the bed. "How are you feeling?"
Lexie shifted on the bed; "Like I tried pushing a watermelon out of a keyhole"
April cringed; "Thank you for the visual"
Lexie chuckled; "Sorry, didn't mean to scare you."
April leaned back; "Where's the little nugget?"
"They took him back, I just finished nursing him"
"I was expecting to see him" April said with a pout.
"Don't worry, they'll bring him back soon enough - apparently he has Mark's appetite" Lexie drawled.
April winced; "Taking after his father" she said while rubbing her tummy.
"How's the little princess? Is she still kicking your bladder like crazy?"
"You have no idea, it's like she's having a frat party in here" April replied. "I envy you actually, Jayden didn't kick much, right?"
Lexie smiled fondly; "He didn't and that is the biggest mystery, knowing my temperament and my husband's"
April looked thoughtful; "Maybe he took after Mer, she's always been a calm one between the two of you."
"You're right"
April winced again.
Lexie noticed her best friend's reaction; "Are you okay? You've been making faces for a few minutes now."
"Yeah I'm okay, she just keeps on stomping on my bladder" April explained. She then grasped the arm rest and slowly hauled herself up; "I need to pee"
Lexie pointed towards the ensuite bathroom; "Use that one"
"Thanks" April said. She hasn't taken two steps when a strange feeling rippled through her back and belly before a deluge of water swept down on her thighs. At first, mortification filled her that she was experiencing pregnancy incontinence but when she saw that the water is mostly colourless, she instantly knew that it's not pee. "I think my water just broke."
Lexie's eyes widen; "Crap! Its amniotic fluid" she gasped. She then scooted up and reached for the red button; "Calm down, I'm calling help."
April splayed her hands on her belly as she drew in a ragged breath; "I'm calm"
"Why don't you go back to the chair and sit down for me?" Lexie suggested as she punched on the button again.
April stood rooted on the ground when raging pain crisscrossed its way through her abdomen, causing her to cry out. "I-I don't think I can move, it hurts like freaking hell."
Lexie opened her mouth to comfort the red head but wasn't able to do so when a nurse came barging in; "Dr. Grey, is everything okay?"
Lexie pointed towards April; "Dr. Avery's water just broke, can you get her a wheelchair and take her? And page her husband 911 as well"
"Right away" The nurse replied as she zoomed out of the room.
"Does Jackson know where you are?"
April shook her head, her eyes welling with tears; "I left right after he took off from work, he doesn't know I came here" she panted.
"Why on earth would you do that?" Lexie asked, bewildered.
"It's driving me crazy there, all I do is stare at the wall" April replied through gritted teeth.
Lexie fought the urge to roll her eyes; "It's bed rest, what did you expect?"
"Leeexxxxiiiieeeee! Shut up!"
"Dr. K-A!"
Both April and Lexie turned towards the door; "Edwards, where the hell is the wheelchair?!" the latter yelled.
"It's here!" One of the nurses replied.
Stephanie hastily entered the room and made a bee line towards April; she wrapped her arm around the red head's waist and steered her towards the wheel chair. "Your husband is in surgery but he's already been paged."
April sat down; "Thank you" she replied with grimace.
Stephanie squeezed April's shoulder and smiled; "No need for that" she replied. "Let's get you down"
April turned her face towards Lexie; "I have to give birth now so I'm off"
Lexie chuckled; "Good luck Apes, I'll see you once you pop that baby out."
oOo
"Scissors please" Jackson said. "I still don't understand why you're in surgery now when your wife just gave birth, aren't you supposed to be in paternity leave?"
"Lexie and I decided that I'll start my time off once she's been discharged from here" Mark replied.
"When is that?"
"Two days from now"
Jackson nodded; "I see"
"Vicryl or silk?" Mark asked.
"Definitely vicryl" Jackson replied.
The door to the Operating Room opened as one of the nurses peered in; "Dr. Avery?"
"Yes?" Jackson replied.
"Your wife just got admitted, she's in labour"
Jackson froze, his eyes widening in shock.
Mark leaned over their patient's body and pried the instruments from his prot's hand; "Go, I'll close this up"
Jackson didn't need to be told twice; he took a step back and run towards the door.
oOo
Jackson skidded into the room just as Stephanie is lowering April's gown; "I'm here" he wheezed.
April peered behind Stephanie's shoulder and saw her husband standing by door, still wearing his O.R garb; "Jackson"
Jackson ran towards the bed and stood beside his wife's bed side; he cupped her face and planted a chaste kiss on her lips. "I'm sorry...I'm really sorry..."
"Huh?" April asked, clearly confused. "Why are you saying sorry?"
"I shouldn't have left you home alone - did you call an ambulance to get here?"
April threw her husband a sheepish look; "I took a cab"
Jackson looked like he's in actual pain; "I'm so so so sorry"
April reached for Jackson's hand and squeezed it; "If it makes you feel any better, I came here after you left for work, my water broke in Lexie's room."
Jackson didn't know what to say so he just leaned forward and kissed her again; "How are you feeling?"
"Like I'm being split in two" April admitted.
Jackson grimaced; "I'm sorry baby" he mumbled.
Sarah Ashton knocked on the door; "I see the baby decided to make an appearance today"
"Sarah, thank god you're here" Jackson said, panic evident in his voice.
Sarah entered the room and threw Stephanie a look; "How far long is she?"
"She's almost dilated to 10" Stephanie replied.
Sarah looked surprised; "How long were you having pains?"
Jackson turned his gaze towards April; "Were you already having pains earlier this morning?"
April squeezed Jackson's hand when another wave hit her; "Just a little - I thought it was just gas"
"And you didn't tell me? I wouldn't have left you..."
"Now is not the time Jackson" April said through gritted teeth.
Sarah slipped on a pair of rubber gloves before moving towards the foot of the bed; "I think it's time to get this show on the road, someone is eager to meet her parents."
oOo
Lexie was not kidding when she told her that she will be pushing out a watermelon from a keyhole; she hasn't started pushing yet but the pressure on her lower half is excruciating.
"April, I need you to scoot up the bed and spread your legs wide for me" Sarah instructed as she positioned herself at the foot of the bed.
"Hold on" Jackson said. He then climbed up on the bed and positioned himself at his wife's back; "Lean on me babe."
April leaned back on his chest; "It hurts" she cried.
"I know baby..." Jackson replied.
"Jackson, hold her legs apart" Sarah said.
Jackson kissed April's temple before holding on to his wife's legs.
"Okay April, breathe normally and also grab the backs of your legs and push down while I count."
April sucked in deep breath and then started pushing as hard as she could, she barely heard Sarah counting.
"Good, stop" Sarah said.
April caught her breath; "I don't think I can do this"
"You can do this, I'm here with you - I've got you" Jackson whispered.
"Okay, again"
April pinched her eyes shut in concentration and pushed.
"You're doing good, she's already crowning, one more big push and you're done" Sarah said encouragingly.
April's head fell back against Jackson's shoulder from exhaustion; she didn't know if she had any more strength left within her to push again. "I'm tired"
"Just one more push babe"
Gripping her hands tight into the back of her thighs, she put everything she had left and then some into the push.
"And she's out" Sarah exclaimed, holding a wailing and bloody baby up for both April and Jackson to see.
The world around Jackson shuddered to a stop and all he could focus on is his daughter's cries. It was as if every molecule, every cell and every fiber of his being hummed and buzzed with the new life in front of them. His flesh of his flesh, bone of his bone was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen or heard for that matter. Tears stung his wide eyes.
"My, my, she's a big girl for being 2 weeks early" Sarah remarked.
Unable to speak, April reached out her arms for her baby girl, desperate to hold her.
"Hang on Mama, let's get her cleaned up a bit" Sarah said.
Once the baby is cleaned, she was wrapped in a blanket and gently placing her into April's waiting arms. Tears fell on April's cheeks as she held her firstborn in her arms for the first time, she kissed the crown of her little head before turning her face to her husband; "Our baby is here"
Jackson wiped his eyes before slowly placing his hand on their baby face, running his thumb on her chubby cheek. "Hey little angel, we've been waiting for you for so long"
April smiled; "She's beautiful, isn't she?"
"She's the most amazing and beautiful thing I've ever seen in my entire life" Jackson said, his voice choking with emotions. "I love you so much, thank you for giving me the greatest gift of all"
April shifted in her husband's arms and planted a kiss on his trembling lips; "I love you too"
Sarah smiled at the couple; "So - what are you naming your little angel?"
Jackson grinned widely; "Alexandra Maddisson Avery"
oOo
"Where's is it?" Cristina asked as she enters the room.
"It's not an it, it's a her" Jackson corrected. "And she's at the nursery but they'll be bringing her over in a couple of minutes"
Cristina walked towards the bed and plopped down on the nearest couch; "You okay?" she asked while looking at April.
April let out a small smile; "Never been better"
"So, what did you name her?" Cristina asked, emphasizing the word her.
"Alexandra Maddisson Avery" Jackson said proudly.
"It's mouthful but it's pretty" Cristina said. "Where did you get the name?"
Jackson moved towards the bed and sat down; "Why don't you ask my beautiful wife."
April's cheeks turn bright red; "Err - Alexandra is actually after Lexie and Alex"
Cristina blinked a couple of times; "You named your baby girl after evil spawn?"
"Not just Alex, also Lexie" April clarified.
"Why?" Cristina asked with a baffled look.
April turned her gaze towards Jackson, asking him for help.
Jackson fought the urge to roll his eyes; "Lexie helped us get our acts together and Karev because he saved her life."
"Oh" Cristina said. A smirk then formed on her lips; "Does Mark know?"
Jackson pursed his lips; "Nope"
"I thought he can call dibs on your firstborn's name?"
April furrowed her brows; "Call dibs? Did you and Mark placed bets on our baby?"
"Of course not!" Jackson said, clearly appalled.
"Then what is she saying?" April gestured towards Cristina.
Jackson threw the Cardio Surgeon a sharp look before meeting his wife's eyes; "It's nothing like that, you know Mark has a weird sense of humour."
Cristina cleared her throat; "True."
"Knock, knock"
The three room occupants all turned towards the door and saw Alex standing by the door; "Look what the cat dragged in" Cristina said.
Alex rolled his eyes as he enters the room; he walked towards the footboard and stared at April. "Why is your face all red?"
"I'm good, don't worry about it" April replied.
Cristina crossed her legs as she leaned back; "They have a surprise for you"
"Huh?" Alex asked confusedly.
"We named our baby after you and Lexie" April blurted out.
Alex's eyes widen in surprise; he opened his mouth to speak but when no words passes through his lips he closed it again.
"Priceless" Cristina snickered.
Jackson turned his eyes towards Alex; "You saved April's life" he said with a smile.
"It's our way of thanking you and Lexie" April explained further.
Alex braced his hands on the footboard, clearly not expecting the rush of emotions that surged through his chest. "Wow, I don't know what to say..."
"For the first time, evil spawn is speechless" Cristina teased. "That's new."
"Shut up Yang" Alex snapped.
Cristina raised her hands in mock surrender; she then stood up from her perch and gestured towards the door. "I have to go check on some patients, I'll be back later so I can meet baby Alex"
Alex grinned; "I like the sound of that, Alex."
Cristina flicked Alex's ear when she walked past him; "Don't let it get to your head."
"Not cool" Alex said while rubbing his ear.
"You have another visitor coming!" Cristina yelled from the hallway.
April peered behind Alex's shoulder and saw Lexie being wheeled inside the room by her husband; "Lexie!"
"2 hours of labour? Are you kidding me?" Lexie said with a smile.
April chuckled; "What can I do? Your goddaughter is in a hurry to meet the world."
Lexie's eyes widen like saucers; "G-goddaughter?"
April held out her hand towards Jackson.
Jackson grasped his wife's hand and smiled towards the brunette; "April and I decided to name you as Alexandra's godmother, I hope you'll accept."
"Of course I will" Lexie exclaimed.
"Is this the part where you'll be asking me to be her godfather?" Mark teased.
April let out an awkward smile, clearly uncomfortable with the question.
Jackson squeezed her hand in comfort; "Come on man, we already talked about this, don't put my wife on the spot"
"I'm just kidding Kepner" Mark said with a smile.
"Thank god" April mumbled. She then turned her eyes towards the other man standing by the foot of her bed; "Alex?"
"Yeah?"
"We would actually like you to be godfather to our baby girl" April said softly.
Alex actually staggered on his feet; "W-what? Are you sure?"
Mark snickered; "You look like you're gonna faint, want me to fetch you some cotton with alcohol?"
"Shut up!" Lexie chastised.
"Of course we're sure" April replied.
Alex scowled at Mark; he then turned his gaze back to April and cleared his throat. "If you're sure then, yes, I'll accept."
"Thank you" April said with a large smile.
Alex gestured towards the door; "I need to run back to the pit to make sure that Wilson hasn't burned it to the ground but I'll be back"
"Thanks Karev" Jackson said.
Alex nodded towards the couple before making an exit.
Mark walked towards the couch and plopped down; "I asked the nurse to bring our little man here so he could meet his future wife" he said while wiggling his brows.
oOo
Two hours, close to a hundred visitors, tons of ecstatic congratulations and April is about ready to kick everyone out so she can sleep. She shifted on her bed to find a comfortable spot before closing her eyes; she was on the verge of falling asleep when she heard the door open. She covered her face with her hands and let out a loud groan; "I want to sleep, please come back later" she grumbled.
Jackson chuckled; "It's just me love, not another well wisher."
April took her hand off her face; "Thank god" she said. "Come here"
Jackson walked towards the bed and stood by bed side; "I'm here"
April scooted towards the other side of the bed and patted the empty space beside her; "Not there, here."
"Are you sure? There's really not enough space for the two of us" Jackson said while eyeing the bed.
"Are you kidding me? This is bigger than the average bed, perks of being in a VIP suite"
"Fine, but don't blame me later" Jackson said as he slipped off his shoes. He climbed up and laid beside April; he opened his arm and pulled her closer.
April snuggled closer; "I'm so tired..."
"Sleep, I'll be here - I can be your pillow"
April closed her eyes; "I think I will..."
"April?"
"Hhmmmmmnnnn?"
"I love you"
April felt her lips curl into a smile; "I love you too"
Jackson kissed her head before closing his eyes.
"When my hair's all but gone and my memory fades and the crowds don't remember my name. When my hands don't play the strings the same way, I know you will still love me the same. 'Cause honey your soul could never grow old, it's evergreen and baby your smile's forever in my mind and memory. I'm thinking 'bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways, maybe it's all part of a plan. Well, I'll just keep on making the same mistakes, hoping that you'll understand..."
Eighteen years of marriage:
"-and if you have any problems call me or your Dad directly, okay?"
Alexandra Maddisson Avery fought the urge to roll her eyes; "I will, stop worrying"
April didn't seem to hear her daughter's last words so she continued with her tirade; "If by chance you can't reach us, call your Aunt Lexie - if she's not available, call your Uncle Alex. But if you can't find them, call the hospital-"
"Whoa there" Jackson interjected. He fell into step with his wife and wrapped his arm around her shoulders; "Stop harassing Maddie, I'm quite sure she can handle it" he said with a wink, making his eldest daughter giggle.
April let out a sigh; "I'm sorry honey, I didn't mean to be overbearing - I just worry about you, the twins are already handful and then there's your sister"
Maddie took a step towards her mother and gathered her hand in hers; "Don't worry about me, I can handle them - it's not like you'd be gone for a week" she paused, her eyes widening in panic. "You're only gonna be gone for 3 days right?"
Jackson laughed; "Yes sweetheart, it's only for 3 days"
Maddie let out a relieved sigh; "Thank god, you scared me for a second there"
April squeezed Maddie's hand; "We'll be back before you know it" she said with a smile. "By the way where are the trouble makers?"
Maddie let her hand fall from April's grasp; "12 o'clock"
Jackson turned around just in time to see his twins and his youngest entering from the back door; "Where have you been? You almost missed us"
"We bought Candice a popsicle so she won't cry when you leave" Aidan Raphael Avery replied.
Mason Kristoff Avery slapped his brother's back; "Shut your trap, you don't want to remind her" he whispered.
Candice Nicole Avery bounded towards her parents, hugging them tightly; "You're coming back right? You're really not leaving us?" the 7 year old girl asked.
Jackson got down on his knees and placed his hands on his daughter's shoulders; "Your Mom and I would never leave you, we'll be here forever"
"You promise?" Candice asked.
Jackson kissed her crinkled forehead and smiled; "I promise."
Maddie checked her watch; "You better leave or you'll miss your flight"
April smirked; "Are you kicking us out so you can spend time with Jayden?"
Jackson frowned as he stood up; "Jayden is coming over?"
April threw Maddie an apologetic look; "Just for company" she said to her husband.
"A and M, come over here" Jackson said.
The twins walked towards their father obediently.
Jackson placed his hands on his waist; "Take care of your sisters, you two the men of this house for 3 days - can I count on you?"
"Yes Dad" The twins chorused.
Jackson pulled his boys for a hug; "Watch Jayden" he whispered.
Aidan snickered while Mason rolled his eyes.
April scooped Candice into a hug; "We'll bring you lots of presents when we come back, be good to your sister and brothers"
Candice perked up instantly upon hearing the word presents; "I promise to be good" she said as she pulled away.
Maddie leaned towards her mother and hugged her; "Have a safe flight"
"We will sweetie" April replied.
Jackson moved towards Maddie and hugged her; "Take care of your siblings and call us if you need us"
"I will" Maddie replied.
"And tell Jayden to keep his hands to himself" Jackson added.
"Daddy!" Maddie cried, her eyes widening in mortification.
"Just saying" Jackson said.
April kissed her son's cheek, much to their chagrin; "Keep yourself out of trouble, don't give your sister a headache"
"Yes Mom" Mason said.
"We promise" Aidan said.
"Time to go" Candice chimed.
April and Jackson shared a look before bursting out with laughter.
oOo
April shifted on her seat; "Are you sure it's really a good idea to leave them?"
Jackson gathered his wife's hand in his; "Maddie is 18, the twins are almost 15 and Candice is 7 - they're no longer a baby, I'm quite sure they can handle themselves for 3 days, stop worrying."
April closed her eyes and took a deep calming breath; after a moment, she turned towards her husband and smiled apologetically. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to be a worrywart, it's just this the first time we will leave them this long, I can't help it."
Jackson leaned forward and pecked her lips; "I understand babe"
April scooted closer and rested her head on his shoulder; "We're already in here in California, where are we staying?"
"It's a surprise" Jackson replied. "Just sit back and relax, we're almost there."
"Okay"
"Are you kidding me?" April asked, her eyes widening in amusement and disbelief.
Jackson grabbed their suitcases and smiled; "Told you it was a surprise."
April couldn't help it, she laughed; "It's a surprise indeed" she said. "Of all places in California, you chose to bring me here?"
"I'm a sentimental fool, what can I say?" Jackson said as he stops right in front of the front desk. "Reservation for Avery"
The receptionist lifted her gaze and saw Jackson standing on the opposite side; her eyes raked his form before a flirty smile curled up her lips. "One moment please" She tinkered with the computer before grabbing the keycard from the drawer; "Here you go Dr. Avery, please enjoy your stay" she said.
"Really? Right in front of me?" April whispered irritably. She then pushed Jackson to the side and snatched the keycard from the receptionist's hand; "Thank you and we will definitely enjoy" she said haughtily.
The receptionist threw April a sheepish look before moving her eyes back on the computer.
Jackson wrapped is left arm around April's shoulders; "Were you jealous back there?"
"Of course not" April said dryly. "I just hate it when women flirt with you openly even when I'm standing right beside you."
Jackson moved his lips closer to her ear; "I think you're hot when your jealous but to set the record straight - I only have eyes for you" he whispered before kissing her temple.
April felt her heart melt at his statement; "You really have a way with words Mr. Kepner"
Jackson pulled April inside the lift and punched on the floor button; "Don't forget my hands Mrs. Avery" he said while wiggling his brows suggestively. "I have magical fingers"
April's cheeks burn bright; "You didn't just say that here!"
"Your words, not mine" Jackson winked.
April reached for Jackson's arm and pinched it; "So vulgar!"
Jackson yelped; "There's nothing vulgar about magical fingers, I'm good with my hands - I'm a surgeon for goodness sake!" he said. "You just have a very dirty mind"
April snorted; "I've known you too long to know when you're being a randy boy" she said as she steps out of the lift.
"And I've known you too long to know that you enjoy it" Jackson said smugly. He then gestured towards their left; "This way" he said.
April rolled her eyes and turned left; "Where exactly are we staying?"
Jackson ignored April and continued walking, when they reached the familiar room, he stopped and lowered their suitcases on the floor. "We're here."
April halted her steps and read the room number; she felt myriad of emotions surge into her chest when she realized that it's the same room she stayed at during the boards. She moved her eyes to her husband and stared at him; "You got us the same room."
Jackson snatched the keycard from her hand and swiped it against the lock; he turned the knob and pushed it open. He turned towards April and gestured for her to enter; "Told you I was sentimental."
April bit her bottom lip to keep herself from smiling; "My sentimental fool indeed."
Jackson closed the door behind them before walking towards the bed; he plopped down by the edge and stared at April. "I know that this is smaller than what we're used to but I'm kinda feeling nostalgic"
April gave in, a full blown smile erupted from her lips; she made her way towards her husband and straddled his lap. "I take it that you want to relive our tryst here?"
Jackson's hand automatically flew towards April's hips; he met her eyes and licked his lips. "I kinda like that"
April ground her hips; "Just kinda?"
Jackson grunted with the contact; "Okay fine, I like it - a lot."
April cupped his face and began kissing him hungrily, after a couple of seconds she pulled back; "Is it wrong to feel that I'm kinda enjoying our alone time?"
Jackson wrapped his arms around her waist before twisting them to the side; reversing their position. He covered her body with his and propped himself up by his elbows; "No, it's not wrong. We love our kids to bits but sometimes we need our alone time too"
April snaked her hands towards Jackson's chest and began rubbing it; "It's been a long time since we had our alone time."
Jackson pecked her lips; "Hence, this little mini trip" he said. He then pushed himself up and slid off the bed; "Why don't we freshen up a bit then we could go to dinner?" he suggested.
April propped herself up with her elbows; "Did you just pass up having sex for dinner?"
Jackson winked; "Delayed gratification babe" he said while unbuttoning his shirt.
April blinked a couple of times before bursting into giggles.
oOo
"Babe?"
"Yeah?" April replied.
"I'm gonna head down to secure us a spot, you know that there are tons of surgeon wannabe's crawling around the place" Jackson called out.
"Alright"
"I already took our clothes out and put them away, your clothes are already waiting for you on the bed, I'll see you downstairs?"
"Sure thing, don't forget your cellphone!"
"I won't" Jackson replied before leaving their room.
April wrapped a towel around her body before stepping into the room; she walked towards the bed and saw the clothes that Jackson's left out for her. She felt the corner of her mouth tug upwards when she saw that it's the same blouse she wore years ago; "Where in the world did he find this?" she asked with amusement. She then sat on the bed and checked the other article of clothing he put out for her; she let out a loud bark of laughter when she saw a pair of matching racy undergarments behind the blouse; "I don't remember wearing you that night" she said. She then stood up from her perch and let her towel drop on the floor; "He wants to play, I'll give him something then" she said with a large grin.
oOo
Jackson stuffed his hands inside his pants as he walk towards the familiar bar; he perched himself on the same bar stool he sat years ago before bracing his elbows on the counter. "Jack on the rocks please"
The bartender nodded and began making the drink.
oOo
April fluffed her auburn curls before checking her reflection one last time; "I don't look much like I did 20 years ago but it will do" she said. She then grabbed her purse from the vanity and made her way towards the door; she stepped out into the hallway and locked their room.
oOo
April entered the crowded restaurant and began searching for Jackson; she easily spotted him sitting by the bar and almost instantly her breath hitched in her throat. She let her eyes rake over his denim clad form and felt a familiar stirring in her lower belly. It might've been 20 years from the last time she saw him sitting at the same spot, but for her, it feels like it was just yesterday. She took a deep breath before she navigated her way towards him.
Jackson was just pushing his empty tumbler towards the bartender when he felt a familiar presence behind him; he swivelled on his seat and smiled his trademark smile. "Hey Apes, you look beautiful, I like the blouse"
April felt her heart skip a beat upon hearing her nickname; it has been more than a decade since he last called her that and for some reason its making her feel hot. She stuffed her hands in her pockets as she rocks on the balls of her feet; "Hey Jackman" she greeted. "I'm sure you like it - by the way you look spiffy too"
Jackson's grin widens; "I already ordered for you - I hope you don't mind."
April moved towards the barstool and climbed up; "It depends, I think I'm craving for calamari" she said with a playful smile.
Jackson feigned surprise; "Would you look at that, I happen to order the same thing for you"
"Let me guess, you're having salmon?"
"Only fresh salmon, don't want to lose omega 3 after all" Jackson said with a wink.
April couldn't fight it anymore, she laughed; "Oh my gosh, this is so funny."
Jackson turned towards the bartender; "Can I please get two glasses of white wine" he ordered.
"Right away" The bartender replied.
April took a piece of her calamari and popped it into her mouth; "All we need is for Kevin Banks to make a douche-y appearance and we're set."
Jackson chuckled; "Sorry babe, can't have that - I don't want to get punched tonight. I plan on projecting a hard ass examiner tomorrow and a black eye won't give that effect."
The bartender placed their drinks right in front of them before making an exit.
April grabbed her glass and took a sip; "I still can't believe you were able to find this blouse, where in the world did you find it?"
Jackson took a bite of his salmon before responding; "If there's will, there's a way"
April shook her head in amusement; "You and your fetishes"
Jackson's eyes widen; "You did not just say that here" he said while looking around them, checking if somebody heard his wife.
"Say what? Your clothing fetish?" April said, her dimple showing.
Jackson's eyes moved towards her dimpled cheek; "I hate your dimples" he mumbled.
April looked confused; "Why?"
Jackson lifted his hand and cupped April's cheek; he ran his thumb on the familiar dip and licked his lips. "It makes me very horn-"
April didn't let him finish, she slapped her hand on his mouth quickly; "Watch your mouth - we're in a public place for goodness sake" she hissed.
Jackson's eyes didn't waver as he stuck his tongue out and licked her palm.
April felt goosebumps erupt from her arm so she pulled it away; she grabbed her glass and took a large swig of her drink.
"You look flushed, you alright Apes?" Jackson asked as he snatched his own drink from the counter.
April placed her glass back on the counter and slid off her seat; she scooted closer to Jackson and rested her hand on his thigh. "I'm full now, why don't we go up?"
Jackson emptied his glass and hastily placed it on top of the counter; he captured her hand in his as he hopped off the stool. He laced their fingers as he began pulling her towards the door; they were almost halfway when he heard their name being called, he has a full intention of ignoring it but he wasn't able to do so when April dug her heels on the floor, causing them to stop.
"Your mom is here - with Webber" April said in disbelief.
"What?" Jackson asked.
April pointed towards the small table by the window; "There, look"
Jackson followed his wife's gaze and saw his mother waving at them; "Oh good lord"
April snickered; "Well, this is really turning into a déjà vu"
A memory flickered through Jackson's mind and he shuddered; "Let's make a run for it" he whispered.
April turned her eyes towards her husband; "Maybe she brought your binky you know, for good luck?" she teased.
"I don't have a freaking binky! I broke it the last time I was here" Jackson said. "And I don't need it, I'm not the one taking the test, I'm an examiner now."
April waved at her mother in law before gesturing towards the door, signalling that they're going up. When she saw Catherine nod, she squeezed Jackson's hand and pointed towards the door. "Already taken care of, let's go up?"
Jackson didn't need much prodding; he tugged on April's hand and navigated their way through the crowd.
oOo
The couple rounded the corner and hastily made their way towards their room; April pulled out the keycard from her back pocket as Jackson pushed his body behind her, grounding his hips suggestively.
"Stop that, I can't concentrate" April chastised.
Jackson placed his left hand on her hip as his right hand travelled to her front, cupping her breast. He buried his face on her curls before kissing her neck; "Hurry up love, I can't wait" he murmured.
April's breath turned ragged as she pushed the door open; "T-this is not how it's supposed to go. I was supposed to jump you and not you molesting me, remember?" she grunted.
Jackson kicked the door close before spinning April to face him; he grabbed the back of her thighs and wrapped it around his waist. "Technicalities"
April wrapped her arms around his neck and began peppering kisses on his face; "Let me down, I'm too heavy for this"
"Are you kidding me? You weigh close to nothing" Jackson replied as he carried her towards their bed.
"You don't have to say that Mr. Avery, I'm already a sure thing - you're getting laid" April whispered before biting his earlobe.
Jackson threw her on the bed unceremoniously and stood by the foot of the bed; "I'm speaking the truth" he said. He then slowly crawled between her legs, a predatory gleam in his eyes; "You're still the most brilliant, gorgeous kick ass Trauma Surgeon I feel in love with years ago."
April hoisted her legs up and wrapped it around Jackson; "You will still love me even if I'm 10 pounds heavier?"
"Even if you're obese"
"Even if I have a lot of stretch marks?"
Jackson slowly lifted her blouse, revealing her tummy; "Even if it can rival a cat's scratching post" he said before planting butterfly kisses on it. "These are love marks babe, you should wear it with pride - I would if I could"
April felt her heart skip a beat; she placed her hand on his nape; "I wear it with pride, it gave us our beautiful children"
Jackson sat on his haunches, bringing April along with him; he grabbed the hem of her blouse and peeled it off.
"Aren't we excited?" April teased.
"You have no idea" Jackson replied. He then placed his hands on her breast and began massaging it, rubbing both of his thumbs on her peaks; "Looks like I'm not the only one that's excited, your twins are quite erected" he said smugly.
April wrinkled her nose; "That doesn't sound right"
Jackson realized his statement and grimaced; "I agree" he said. He then shook his head to rid himself of some thoughts before popping the clasp on April's bra open; "Whoever invented this bra has my eternal gratitude" he said.
"Because it opens at the front, easy access?"
"You know me so well" Jackson replied before pushing her back on the bed and lavishing her breast with equal attention.
April closed her eyes as pleasure rolls over her body; "That feels so good"
Jackson flicked his tongue on one of her buds, his eyes fixed on her face; "I know, you taste so good" he breathed out.
April bucked her hips up, trying to get the friction she's craving for; "I-I think we're over dressed for this"
"I get you" Jackson replied. He sat up and began unbuttoning her jeans; once the zipper is down, he pulled it off, dragging her thong along. He peeled his shirt off and began unbuckling his belt; he unsnapped his jeans and took it off in record speed. He covered her body with his and began attacking her neck; "Do you want us to go slow?"
April's breath hitch in her throat when Jackson started sucking on her pulse point; "No-I want us to have crazy monkey sex" she breathed out.
"Your wish is my command" Jackson replied. He braced his elbows on the bed and sheathed himself in her depth with one thrust.
April moaned; "You feel so good baby..."
Jackson attached his lips to hers as his hips continue to pump rhythmically.
April moved her hands to his bare buttocks, pulling him closer; she lifted her pelvis from the bed and began meeting his thrusts.
Jackson pulled his lips away and met April's gaze; "Want to try something new?" he panted.
April let her hands fall back on her side; "Go for it"
Jackson grinned before sitting back on his haunches; he raised April's pelvis from the bed, arching her back, before pistoning his hips rapidly.
"Oh god...that feels so good" April moaned as she fists the sheets. "I-I'm close"
Jackson pulled out upon hearing April's statement, making her yelp in protest. He flipped her to her front and closed her legs; he straddled her legs and began massaging her bum. "Not yet"
"Hurry..." April groaned.
Jackson shifted closer to her core and buried himself to a hilt; "So tight" he moaned.
April gasped; "Jackson"
Jackson started a new pace, ramming her repeatedly; "T-this okay? Not too rough?"
April shook her head; "Keep going" she replied as she clenched her legs together.
Jackson rode her hard, he paused again when he felt her tightening around him; he sat back and hauled her into a kneeling position.
April parted her legs and braced her hand on the mattress; she pushed her hips backwards, grounding her wet core to him.
Jackson placed his hands on her waist and began pulling her back to him; he leaned forward and started licking her spine towards the back of her neck. "I-I'm close - are you close?"
"A-are you kidding me? I'm fucking there" April said breathily.
A chuckle escaped Jackson's lip even before he was able to stifle it; "Hold tight love, I'll take you there" he grunted. He moved his right hand to her breast and began plucking on her nipple; his left hand slipping towards where their intimately connected. He rubbed and tugged at her nubs in synch with his hips; "Come for me" he grunted.
April saw white light explode behind her eye lids as pleasure rippled through her core; "J-jackson..." she cried.
Jackson's hip jerked one last time as gut retching groan escaped his lips; he stilled his movements as he felt himself explode into her core.
April felt her knees buckle so she slumped back on the bed, trying her best to catch her breath.
Jackson slowly pulled out before collapsing beside his spent wife; he leaned forward and planted a kiss on her bare shoulder. "You okay?"
April turned on her side to face Jackson; she pressed her lips on his before smiling. "I'm more than okay, I think that tops all of your previous performances"
Jackson slipped his arm under April's head to pull her to his chest; "Really? You enjoyed that more than our hot tub sex-capade?"
April rested her chin on top of his chest; "Now that you've mentioned that, I don't know..."
"I'm kinda partial to your whipped cream adventure" Jackson said with a wistful smile.
April laughed; "You only like that because it was the first time I initiated oral sex"
"True" Jackson replied.
April kissed him on his pecs before moving upwards, she buried her face in Jackson's neck as she let out a contented sigh. "The truth is, every single moment with you feels like the first time"
Jackson held her tighter; "Really?"
April nodded; "Really."
Jackson hummed in approval; "That's nice to hear"
April rubbed her nose on his cheek before closing her eyes; "If it's even possible, today - I feel like I've fallen in love with you all over again. Thank you for trying to remake this special moment for me - I love you" she whispered.
Jackson hauled his upper body up and braced his elbow on her sides, caging her in his arms; he then tapped on her nose, making her open her eyes.
"Yes?"
"You can't just expect me to say nothing after your amorous confession"
April cracked a smile; "My mistake, please proceed" she said cheekily.
Jackson squirmed before fixing his eyes intently on hers; "I tried to remake this moment because I wanted to commemorate our firsts" he admitted, his cheeks flushing.
April moved her hands towards his face; "Awwwww, you could be sweet if you want to"
Jackson turned his face to the side, planting a chaste kiss on her palm; he then moved his head back to place to continue with his speech. "Back to what I'm saying, I wanted to relive that night because for me it's the turning point in our relationship. That night, you made me feel things I never dreamed I would experience in my entire existence and you still do April. It doesn't matter how long we've been together, every day with you will always feel like the first. Your every kiss, every touch, every hug and every smile makes me fall deeply in love with you and I won't get tired of reminding you that." He then moved closer; "Do you still remember what you told me 20 years ago? In this very hotel?" he asked.
April swallowed the lump in her throat; "We're still standing, me and you" she half whispered.
Jackson smiled; "That's right, it will always be me and you standing - we're still here 20 years after, and I plan to on coming back to this place 50 years from now, commemorating the same thing."
April wrapped her arms around his neck kissed him; "I keep thanking god everyday because he gave me you, thank you for loving me more than I thought possible..." she rasped.
"Thank your taking a chance with me; if you hadn't jumped me and kissed me like crazy all those years ago, I would have missed what I have now. Thank you for staying with me, I know I'm not the easiest person to love but you somehow did and I love you more for that."
Tears escaped April's eyes; "I'm not the easiest person to love to you know, I'm tad neurotic and sometimes a cheapskate..."
"Neurotic, cheapskate, really into name calling huh?" Jackson joked.
April smiled playfully; "Why of course, name calling turns me on"
Jackson let out a bark of laughter.
April snaked her hands back to his face; "Kidding aside, who would've thought a spontaneous hook up during our boards will lead us to where we are now? If someone asked me 20 years ago if it's possible, I would've scoffed and said they're crazy."
"I'll probably say the same thing" Jackson admitted.
"Love does really work in mysterious ways" April said thoughtfully.
"If the chic in Jerry Mcguire had it at hello, you had me with your smile - your cute little dimple ruined me for other women" Jackson said cheesily.
April giggled.
"You're not telling me where I had you at? You're not returning my cheesy sentiment?"
"You had me with your magical fingers"
Jackson buried his face into her shoulder before laughing heartily.
"You had me with your fingers, damn that sounds kinda dirty"
Jackson pulled his face away; "You're a very dirty girl - my naughty girl"
April grinned; "You're my randy boy, match made in heaven, do you agree?"
Jackson nodded; "Very much"
April bucked her hips upward and used all her strength to roll Jackson on his back; she then straddled him and sat on his stomach. "Since we're re-enacting memories, I think there's still one you haven't done yet..."
Jacskon placed his hands on her hips as his wiggled his brows suggestively; "Are you talking about the hot sex we had in one of the restrooms here?"
April ground her core on his stirring cock before bracing her palms on his chest; "Of course not"
Jackson quirked his brows; "What do you have in mind then?"
April leaned forward and kissed him chastely; "Something about you running to your mom's room and Webber opening the door."
Jackson's face automatically scrunched in disgust; "God's April! Why do you have to remind me that? That moment scarred me for life - Jesus!"
April's shoulder started quivering before she dissolved into fits of laughter.
"You think that's funny, huh?"
April buried her face into his shoulder and continued giggling.
"I'll show you what's funny!" Jackson said as he flipped her on her back again. He covered her body with his; "I love you April Kepner and it will always be me and you" he said with smile.
April smiled back; "I love you too Jackson Avery and yep, it's me and you forever."
- FIN -
A/N: And this concludes this story! ^-^/
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