Title: Future Possibilities
author: Cindy Ryan
notes and summary: See part one
Lucy had been surprised when they reached Mason Industries and she and Wyatt parted ways with Danny. The surprises continued when Wyatt suggested a hotel nearby stating they needed to talk. Lucy agreed that they did and said that talking over a room service meal would be even better.
An hour later the food arrived at the fifteenth floor hotel room. When Wyatt let the server in and Lucy smelled the delicious aroma it was only then she realized how hungry she was. Once the waiter left they sat on the small sofa their plates on the coffee table and ate in companionable silence. When the meal was finished Lucy turned to face Wyatt. She knew he was probably as overwhelmed as she was. Things were still new in their friendship and romantic relationship. However, meeting Danny and Elizabeth had put an added pressure on their relationship. If they ended things neither of them would exist.
"Lucy."
"Wyatt."
They both laughed realizing they'd spoken at the same time.
"You first."Wyatt offered.
Lucy took a deep breath and reached for Wyatt's right hand and gripped it with hers. Then she interlaced their fingers.
"This may sound a little corny."Lucy began meeting Wyatt's gaze. "But I've never felt as connected to anyone as I do with you."
"It's not corny because I feel the same way."Wyatt replied looking down at their interlaced fingers. "You don't know how scared I was when I got Christopher's phone call saying you had tripped the fail safe. I felt so helpless being so far away."
"Danny wouldn't leave me."Lucy said feeling tears prick her eyes. "No matter how many times they tried or how many times I tried to convince him; he stayed. I don't think I would've kept it together if he hadn't been there."
Silence stretched between them before Lucy finally broke it not being able to stand it.
"Wyatt,"Lucy began looking once more at their interlaced fingers. "I know we said we loved each other but if things are too crazy and too much and you want to date somebody else..."
Wyatt placed his free hand under Lucy's chin raising it so she was looking at him.
"Goes both ways Lucy."Wyatt replied huskily. "Do you want to date somebody else?"
"No."Lucy said her voice barely above a whisper.
"I don't either."Wyatt replied his face inching closer. "Despite the craziness of our lives I'm grateful for it because it brought me you."
"I love you."Lucy said with a smile.
"I love you too."Wyatt responded as he kissed her.
Lucy melted into Wyatt's embrace excited for whatever adventures the coming years held for them.
The next day Wyatt and Lucy stood near Danny's timeship as he did the final preperations for launch. A few minutes later Danny joined them and Lucy felt her tears start. Danny shot her an 'Oh Mom' look and Lucy hiccuped a laugh as she hugged him.
"I'm sorry I can't help it."Lucy said sadly. "I've gotten used to you being here. I'm going to miss you."
"Same for me."Wyatt interjected. "Will be strange not having you around."
"You'll see me again."Danny promised as he broke Lucy's hug and stepped over to Wyatt.
Danny extended his right hand and Lucy watched as Wyatt gripped it with his own then pulled his son into a quick hug.
"Take care of yourself."Wyatt said quietly. "Have a safe trip."
"I will."Danny replied as he stepped back and walked towards his ship then stopped and looked back. "If things changed like we hoped I'll work with Lizzie to send a message back."
"Thank you."Lucy commented as she moved closer to Wyatt.
Danny nodded and after looking at his parents for a long moment turned and climbed into the small timeship. Lucy and Wyatt walked backwards until they were at a safe distance. Lucy leaned into Wyatt and he placed an arm around her shoulders. Together they watched as Danny's slim small ship glowed dark blue for a minute and then with a poof and a rush of wind the ship was gone.