It had been a hectic few days and Gail was drained now that Halloween was finally here. She rolled over in bed and closed her eyes tight, to block out the morning sun, then felt a soft hand stroke the top of her thigh gently and let out a tired sigh.

Lucas pulled her close to him, to enable her to feel his hard manhood against her and pulled the strap of her nightdress down. He began kissing her shoulder softly and nipping at her neck playfully, waiting for her to fully acknowledge him.

'You'd think being alive for half a century would make you want to enjoy a restful morning' Gail said quietly, with her eyes still closed.

Lucas smiled and pinched her behind playfully. 'Quite the opposite, it makes me want to take advantage of everythin' I have' he whispered in her ear, then sucked it teasingly.

Gail inhaled deeply, then rolled over to allow him full access to her. 'Happy Birthday' she smiled, then pulled him to her for a passionate kiss.

Lucas savoured the taste of her tongue in his mouth, then situated himself top of her and parted her legs with his knees. He lifted up her nightdress and thrust his hard manhood inside of her, while he continued to kiss her forcefully.

Gail let out a pained moan, then relaxed into him scraped her long nails down his back. She smiled when he let out a pleasurable moan and dug her nails in deeper, knowing exactly what he liked.

Lucas kept his movements slow and tender at first, allowing himself to take her fully. When felt her nails break his skin, his dark urges took over and he began thrusting in and out of her hard, not being able to get enough of her.

Gail bit down on his shoulder, to stifle her loud moans and dug her nails into his hips as he pounded in and out of her vigorously. They usually tried to keep reserved with their antics in the morning when Luke was present; however, it appeared rules did not apply on his Birthday.

Lucas continued to take her hard, whilst attempting to keep the volume down for their son. When he sensed their climax coming together, he buried his head into her neck and bit down hard to stifle his yell as he erupted inside of her.

Gail bit her lip hard in an attempt to remain quiet as they came together, then began to laugh when Lucas had finished. 'If this is a sign of how hard you're going to work me today, I don't think I'll even bother getting out of bed' she joked.

Lucas smiled, then brought his lips to hers and kissed her softly. 'You just remember that I don't like big spectacles and you'll do just fine Mrs Buck' he whispered playfully, then let out a frustrated sigh when Luke began to cry and Gail had to get out of bed to see to him.

Merlyn awoke to a pleasant sensation between her legs and let out a surprised moan. Matt had completely ignored her upcoming Birthday and now that the official day was here, it appeared he had decided to start the surprises early.

Matt heard M's moan and smiled, he continued to kiss and suck her sweet spot until she unravelled, then pulled himself up and parted her legs slowly. 'Good morning Birthday girl' he smiled, then gently entered her.

Merlyn let out a satisfied moan, then inhaled deeply and ran her hands down his bare back. 'Well this is a pleasant surprise' she smiled, then bit her lip when his movements began to quicken and his moans mirrored her enjoyment.

Matt felt like he was a young man again being in the presence of this angel before him, she made him feel rejuvenated and that was coming out every time he was lucky enough to be with her in this fashion.

Merlyn sensed his thoughts and manoeuvred herself on top of him, taking control for a change. Although it was flattering, she did not like being put on a pedestal and did not know how to take his utter devotion. She put it out of her mind and began riding him, like she had witnessed Gail and Lucas do when she was a ghost.

Matt watched her carefully, this move was not like her and it peaked his curiosity. 'Have you been taking lessons somewhere?' he asked sarcastically.

Merlyn smiled when she heard his aroused moans, he may be acting like he was unsure of this; however, she felt how much he was enjoying this different side of her. 'Did it ever cross your mind that this is Gail's bed? We're having sex in my cousins bed, the one that Lucas used to take her in all of the time' she teased, then leaned down and kissed his lips forcefully.

Matt had not thought about this previously and did not like being reminded of it. He was about to stop this game when she quickened her movements, causing him to grip her hips tight and thrust his hips higher.

Merlyn called out as he pushed himself deeper within her and felt her climax coming, he clearly liked this tainted part of her even if he did not want to say it. She supposed she had a lot to learn and would have to take a leap out of her cousins book, if it meant her union with Matt felt this good.

Matt felt himself begin to unravel and called out as they came together. When Merlyn climbed off of him, he removed his protection and threw it in the bin beside the bed, before laying back and pulling her to his chest.

Merlyn let out a long satisfied breath, as she lay comfortably on his chest and played with his chest hair. 'I hadn't realised you'd been prepared before I woke up, I don't expect you to do that' she smiled.

Matt let out a small laugh and stroked her hair tenderly. 'And I don't expect you to run the risk of becoming pregnant at the age of 19' he advised, then reached under the mattress and smiled when he handed her a small present 'Happy Birthday sweetheart'

Merlyn stared surprised at the present, then sat up excited and turned the box over in her hand. 'For me seriously? You didn't have to' she said in disbelief.

Matt sat up with her and signalled for Rocky to join them on the bed, when he began quietly whining at the door. 'You're my girlfriend and it's your Birthday. This is just a small gesture to show my appreciation of you, take the compliment and open it' he ordered, feigning a stern tone.

Merlyn felt the box carefully, trying to guess what it could be. This was the first proper present she had received without any drama or consequence and even if this was not her real Birthday, she could feel the excitement flowing through her. She could not hold off any longer and ripped the paper open, to find a small brown box. She opened the box carefully to find a white gold bracelet with a heart locket attached and suddenly her eyes began to fill with tears.

Matt watched her reaction and took her in his arms carefully. Merlyn wrapped her arms around him and allowed his comforting touch to soothe her, she hated how emotional she was and cursed her Father for making her this way. 'You really didn't have to, thank you' she said lifting her head up from his chest and placing a soft kiss on his lips.

'If something so small causes such a reaction, god help you with the rest of the surprises today' Matt smiled and rubbed his nose on hers affectionately.

'There's more?' she asked confused.

'You haven't even seen your family yet, I'd say the festivities have only just begun' he laughed, then picked her up in his arms gently and headed towards the shower.

Selena parked her car in her driveway and started walking down the street to post a letter, it had been a good day after she awoke to Billy in her bed and she felt her luck was starting to change. When she got to the corner of her street, she spotted Caleb on his bike and signalled for him to come to her.

Caleb spotted Miss Coombs a minute too late and cursed himself for not being aware of his surroundings. He had not gone to school today and he supposed he was in for a lecture, which he really did not have time for.

Selena smiled when she saw Caleb's discomfort and crossed her arms over her chest. 'Well, well, if it isn't the boy who decided not to show today. I assumed you were poorly Caleb, you have a quick recovery?' she asked knowingly.

Caleb attempted to remain pleasant and not show his frustration. 'It's my Daddy's Birthday...' he started.

'And you think that means the rules don't apply to you and you can just skip school?' Selena interrupted, inserting her authority.

'No, I made the executive decision that he could skip painting Halloween pictures in class to help me with some urgent business' Gail explained, as she came around the corner and approached the pair.

Caleb turned towards Gail and let out a relieved sigh, she always seemed to turn up these days when he needed assistance and he was grateful for her intervention as always.

Selena glanced from Caleb to Gail, then signalled for Caleb to leave them. She let out a small laugh when the boy jumped on his bike and sped off, leaving her with her nemesis.

'Don't you think that term has long passed Selena?' Gail asked agitated, reading her mind.

Selena had caught on to how well Gail could read her and smiled. 'Are we not adversaries any more Mrs Buck?' she asked, feigning sweetness.

Gail laughed and shook her head. 'Oh I don't know, you tell me after I sent Billy round to service you in your depressed state last night?'

Selena regarded Gail suspiciously, then started walking her back towards her Mustang. 'I guess that was a suitable peace offering' she shrugged.

'I don't need to offer you anything Selena, I just hate it when women get trampled on' Gail advised.

'Even when it's your husband doing the trampling?' she asked cattily, knowing Gail was aware of what Lucas was doing.

Gail stopped at her car and turned to face Selena. 'You went to a Motel with a man who you drunkenly thought was my husband and I'm supposed to feel sorry if Lucas wants to have a little harmless fun? Technically you tripped and fell, maybe you should switch your footwear to something more comfortable rather than parading around in those stilettos, trying to gain the attention of other women's men' Gail suggested judgmentally.

Selena shifted uncomfortably on the spot, she was not aware Gail knew about what she had done and for the first time she felt ashamed of her actions. 'Look...' she started to explain.

'No, you look' Gail interrupted abruptly, she really did not have time for this today. 'Lucas and I have no secrets, not about you or anybody else. You did something before this to piss him off, I don't even care what but I said I'd help you, going against Lucas' wishes and I have. You can't expect me to stay true to our deal when you still feel the need to attempt to take my husband Selena, so this stops right now...For God's sake pull yourself together and stop getting yourself into these situations'

Selena did not like being spoken to like a child; however, she knew Gail was right. She did not always used to be this way, Lucas had groomed her into his little pet when she had just gotten old enough to understand her female desires and she could not just change overnight.

'Try, for your sake' Gail snapped, reading her thoughts and began routing in her bag, then pulled out an envelope and held it out for her.

Selena took the envelope obediently and opened it. 'What's this?' she asked when she read the note inside.

'Exactly what it says, be prompt and on time if you're coming' Gail ordered, then began heading towards the drivers side of her car.

'The Mayor won't like this Gail, you're playing with fire here' Selena warned.

'Mayor John can kiss my ass' Gail advised with a playful smile, then got in her car and drove away.

Lucas buttoned up his white shirt and put on his black waist coat, he was not in the mood for the annual Halloween party. Gail had opted to get ready with Luke and Caleb, allowing Lucas time to himself. It had been a tedious day with his townspeople constantly bothering him at the office, to wish him Happy Birthday and provide presents.

He was yet to receive a gift from his family; however, he knew they had a surprise in mind and he was actually looking forward to it. It was not often something could remain hidden from him and the mystery of it all made him feel young again.

'You're not old enough to be thinking that way' Gail said, as she entered the room and began fastening his waistcoat.

Lucas pushed her gently to arms length so he could look her over. The costume she had opted for was an 18th century blood red gown with her long hair in flowing curls, clipped partly up at the sides. It reminded him of the portrait of her past self in the dining room buried beneath these walls and her outfit matched his simple dark phantom look perfectly. He nodded his approval and smiled at how well they worked.

'Oh come now, don't get all mushy on me. I'd still kill you and bury you under the patio to inherit your fortune, if I thought Caleb would let me get away with it' she joked.

Lucas laughed and pulled her to him. 'Maybe one day Mrs Buck, but I still have some life left in me yet' he smiled devilishly, then began kissing her neck teasingly.

'We're going to be late, we can't leave your group waiting now can we?' she asked sarcastically, then pulled away from him and dragged him out of the bedroom down the stairs.

'Where's Caleb and Luke?' Lucas asked.

'Caleb's gone ahead with Josh and Luke's in the car with Ben, he offered to drive us so I accepted' she shrugged, then ushered him out of the house.

Lucas opened the back passenger door for Gail, when he reached the car with Ben and Billy inside. He glanced at Luke in his car seat and smiled at his costume. 'Tryin' to tell me somethin' Darlin?' he asked sarcastically.

Gail glanced at Luke in his tiny black suit and devil horns sticking out of his hair. 'Like Father like son' she mocked, then took hold of Lucas' hand in hers and signalled for Ben to drive.

Lucas stared out of the window while Billy made conversation with Gail. It was a long drive to the Mayors Mansion and he did not know how long he could put up with Billy's voice droning on, when he noticed Ben pull off the main road and his curiosity spiked. He turned towards Gail suspiciously; however, she just stared straight ahead and squeezed his knee reassuringly.

Lucas gazed out of the window and his eyes opened wide when he saw bright lights ahead of them. He felt himself become agitated when Ben pulled into a space close to the entrance of the Pier and he was greeted by a crowd of people when he exited the car.

Gail laughed at his discomfort; however, she exited the car and went to his side, leaving the men to attend to Luke. 'Now, now, let's not crowd the man. It's a party, go get some free food and you'll all have the chance to wish him well later' Gail said, then smiled when the crowd followed her order and disbanded.

'What is this?' Lucas asked, gazing down the Pier to see the usually closed food vendors lit up with a Halloween theme and spread down the Pier.

Gail smiled and started walking down the Pier, with her arm wrapped around his. 'This is the food area of the celebration, the stage is closer to the Town Hall and the games are spread all around'

'You turned the town centre into one big party?' he asked in disbelief.

'Lucas Buck doesn't deserve anything less' she smiled smugly.

Lucas turned towards her and shook his head at his current situation. 'What happened to no big spectacles?' John is goin' to go spare'

'You said no big spectacles, not me and John can address me personally if he has a problem' she advised, with a mischievous glint in her eyes.

Lucas let out a small laugh, then pulled her to him and placed a soft kiss on her lips. 'You remember to behave love, I don't want a repeat of the Poppy incident on my Birthday'

'Well he better know his place and not push me sweetheart' she smiled sweetly.

'Don't think I won't punish you Mrs Buck' he whispered into her ear seductively.

'The nights not even begun yet, don't forget about that promise later' she teased, then reached for Luke when Ben approached them and continued down the Pier.

-To be continued-