Hello there everyone! I hope you all are having a great week so far.

I've got the next chapter here for you guys, and I really hope you like it. After the last one, it was so great reading your responses to everything, and it makes me so, so happy to hear how much you liked it. I really was so proud of that last chapter, and it meant the world to me that you all enjoyed it. So thank you, to everyone who read it and to those who left me a review, it means more than you know.

Before we get into this one, though, I do want to let you all know that there is an M Rated scene in this one. And it's a pretty lengthy one, just so you're aware. But those scenes always seem to be pretty well-received, so I hope you all enjoy it as well.

That's pretty much all I've got. Thanks again for reading, and if you have a minute at the end, I would really appreciate it if you could let me know what you think.

Happy reading!

ONE HUNDRED

Soft music filled the quiet in the truck as Casey drove through the rather isolated streets of Chicago, the couple close to their destination after leaving the bar maybe twenty minutes ago. But even though they left the seclusion of the bar where they first met, they were still feeling that rush of adrenaline from what had happened there tonight, his proposal and her answer causing a lot of different emotions to flow through them as he was sure that wide smile hadn't left Gabby's face even now. Just like it hadn't left his features either, the two of them so indescribably happy that they weren't even sure how to put it into words, those feelings leaving them in a comfortable silence that neither of them were quite ready to break.

But as Matt drove them to where they were going- their destination still unknown to her, Gabby couldn't help but glance down to her hand every so often and take a look at the new piece of jewelry adorning her finger. It still felt a little strange to her, like she couldn't believe it was actually there. But it was, Gabby's smile widening once more as she admired the diamond ring sitting in it's new home on her hand.

It was absolutely beautiful, the ring simple yet elegant, and something she likely would've picked for herself given the chance. It was a ring that just felt like her, and she was in love with it.

Though in the back of her mind, she knew she would've loved any ring right now, because Matt was the one who gave it to her. He was the one who proposed to her, and every time that realization hit her, it was like she became emotional all over again, a few fresh tears forming in her eyes as she thought back over everything from earlier tonight. Because for as excited as she was, she still sometimes couldn't wrap her mind around it, that the man she was so head over heels in love with had proposed to her.

And a part of her couldn't figure out what she'd ever done to deserve him. To deserve someone as kind, and loving, and compassionate as him. Someone who put everyone else before himself, and who made her feel like the luckiest woman in the world; that was the man who wanted to marry her. And Gabby knew she'd spend every day of the rest of her life feeling grateful for that.

"We're here, baby."

His voice broke her from her trance, Gabby looking away from her hand to find that they were now sitting outside a very familiar home, her eyebrows furrowing slightly once she registered her parent's house in front of them. And that look of confusion stayed across her features as she turned her head to look back towards Matt, the man merely chuckling softly before he reached across the bench seat to grab ahold of her hand.

"Yeah, these were kind of our dinner plans tonight… the plans I didn't tell you about." He told her, a slight look of surprise covering the confusion written into her skin, before a knowing gleam started to shine in her eyes. "We're having dinner with your parents, because I knew you'd want to see them. And celebrate with them." He continued on, as he lightly tapped his finger against her engagement ring, the smile that returned to her face only proof that his assumption had been correct.

There had been a lot of planning that went into tonight, but it was more than just the actual proposal, as Matt knew that getting to tell Gabby's family was important to her as well. So he figured it best to come and see them right after; that Gabby would want to come and see them.

But when figuring out everything, he'd also come to the realization that having dinner at their home, as opposed to going out somewhere, was likely preferable for everyone involved, Matt knowing this was bound to be an emotional evening. So while he'd planned out the actual proposal with Severide and Shay, he'd gotten help from Camila and Ramon with their dinner, Casey wanting this night to be as perfect as it could possibly be.

And so far, it had been.

"You did that for me?" She asked softly, Matt's eyebrows knitting together before he nodded, like it was the most obvious thing in the world. "You really thought through everything, huh?"

"For you? Of course I did." He responded, his words sending butterflies through her stomach as he lifted her hand up to press a few soft kisses over her knuckles. "But before we go in there, I do want to tell you that all of this- me getting you to that bar, and here at your parents house… this is why I've been acting so off lately." He began to explain, her words from earlier tonight still circling around in his mind as Dawson's face softened.

"I wasn't trying to be secretive, or make you feel like something was wrong… I just wanted to pull all this off, and I was terrified of you finding out." He continued on, earning a soft laugh from her before Gabby reached up to wipe away a few of the tears sitting underneath her eyes. "I wanted to make sure tonight was special, because that's what you deserve… But I'm sorry for worrying you."

"Please, baby don't ever apologize for that." She replied, reaching her free hand out to rest over his cheek before a soft smile began to form over his lips. "Tonight was absolutely perfect… And I had no idea this was happening, so mission accomplished." She added on, Matt chuckling softly before he turned his head to press a kiss against the inside of her palm.

"You really had no idea?" He checked, Gabby mulling over his words before shaking her head.

"I had a feeling that maybe it would happen sometime soon, and I was wanting you to, but I didn't know it would be now." She assured him, seeing the satisfied smile that graced his features before he kissed her hand once more.

"Well, selfishly I'm glad you didn't know." He responded with a sly grin, Gabby shaking her head lightly before slowly dropping her hand.

"Mhmm, I'm sure you are… Now, should we go in there and tell everyone the good news?" She asked, wiggling her fingers slightly in his grasp as he nodded.

"Yeah, let's go." He responded, pressing one last kiss to her hand before they climbed down out of the truck, the cold night air like a shock to their senses as Matt quickly locked up the car before heading around to meet her on the sidewalk, the two clasping their hands together before walking up the path towards the front door.

"Do they know?" Gabby asked as they began to climb the steps, Matt sparing a quick look at her while she moved. "I mean, I'm assuming my parents know about the engagement?"

"They do." He replied with a gentle grin as they got up on the porch. "They all do."

"All?" She questioned back quickly, Matt's smile growing before he nodded towards the door.

"Your parents, my mom, Antonio, Shay, Severide…" He started, seeing the glowing look on her face as she was beginning to understand that this celebration was with more than just her mom and dad. "Everyone in there, they all know. Well- they know I was proposing, they don't know your answer." He teased lightly, Gabby scoffing softly before she lightly pushed against his chest.

"Like I'd ever say no." She told him, Gabby missing the pure look of contentment that covered his features as she turned back to face the door.

"Yeah, that's what they all told me." He murmured, love shining in his eyes before he leaned towards her to press a gentle kiss to the side of her head, the movement causing her to glance back his way. And the moment she laid eyes on him, she couldn't help but smile, every action between them feeling that much more special after his proposal as she lifted herself up to place a slow, meaningful kiss to his lips.

"I love you." She murmured, Matt smiling against her before kissing her once more.

"I love you too." He repeated, the two sharing one last moment for themselves before they separated, Matt wasting no time in reaching out for the handle and slowing pushing the door open.

The action alone told Gabby that Matt and her parents had likely planned out every part of this, the woman offering him a knowing grin as he held out his arm to lead her inside, Gabby soon complying as they made their way into her parent's home.

It was pretty quiet, the couple taking a moment to shed off their winter layers and hang them up before rejoining their hands once more, Matt and Gabby sharing one last look as they knew here in just a few seconds, this would no longer be solely between them. But that's exactly how they wanted it, as Casey knew how excited she'd be to tell their family, and their friends, Matt stealing one last kiss before they began to walk towards the living room.

And the second they turned the corner, everyone Matt had mentioned before came into view, all of them standing around in a half-circle with drinks in their hands, an array of expectant looks facing them as the small group was searching for any sign of an answer as to how the night had gone. Though they weren't left waiting for long, the bright grins and watery eyes from both Matt and Gabby a sure giveaway to what her response to his question had been.

But that didn't stop Casey from speaking up anyway.

"She said yes!" He burst out suddenly, near immediate cheers starting to be heard around the room as Gabby let a watery laugh, Matt tightening his grip on her hand as Camila and Nancy were the first ones to rush over to them.

"Oh, mija. I'm so happy for you!" Camila spoke with tears running down her face, the mother wrapping Gabby up in a tight hug as she continued expressing her excitement for her daughter. Though with her speaking under her breath, and mostly in Spanish, a lot of it was hard for Casey to follow.

But he didn't have time to focus on it as soon his mom had wrapped him up in a hug as well, the woman doing her best to hold back her own tears while she held onto her son tightly.

"I'm thrilled for you and Gabby, honey." She told him, Matt drawing in a deep breath before he nodded, the man just as happy that she was able to be here tonight.

Luckily, he had managed to find time to tell her about the engagement before it happened, Nancy beyond excited for her son and the woman she loved so much. But he was so grateful that she was able to be here with them now, too, as it wouldn't have felt right to celebrate his and Gabby's engagement without his mom here with them.

"Thanks mom." He replied, rubbing over her back as he blinked back a few of the tears once again gathering in his eyes.

Though it wasn't necessary, as almost everyone in the room was crying as they made their way over to the newly engaged couple, Ramon moving to Gabby next as Camila moved to Matt.

"Oh my sweet Matthew." She spoke, her hands coming up to rest on the sides of his face before she gave him a hug. "Thank you… thank you so much." She all but whispered, his eyebrows furrowing slightly as he held onto her. "Thank you for making Gabriela the happiest I've ever seen her... I couldn't wish for anyone better for my daughter, I'm so glad you're going to be a part of this family."

Any semblance of control he had over his emotions were long gone now as Camila's words went straight to his heart, Matt's eyes closing before a few stray tears slid down his cheeks, as he tightened his grip on her for a moment until they separated.

"We love you so much, sweetheart." She spoke, rubbing over his arm as he gave her a slow nod.

"I love you guys, too." He said just as Ramon got to him, Matt faintly seeing Antonio getting a chance to congratulate his sister while Gabby's parents stood in front of him. "And thank you, for all your help with this."

"Anything for you and Gabriela." Ramon spoke, tears sitting in the older man's eyes as he clasped Casey on the shoulder. "We're so happy for you all."

Matt nodded slowly before he brought his soon to be father-in-law in for a hug, as the congratulations continued. Everyone made sure to go to both Casey and Dawson, Shay hanging back to get to Gabby last as once the friend held on, she didn't want to let go, Matt getting the feeling she was just so glad to see Gabby this happy. But they were able to get time with all of their family, as they all stood in the entrance to the living room, Severide having just finished giving Casey a hug as Camila spoke up.

"Alright, let me see the ring." She asked suddenly, Nancy soon nodding as well as everyone began to crowd around Dawson, the woman letting out a soft laugh before showing off her hand.

And even though everyone here had seen the ring already by this point, nothing compared to seeing it out of the box and on Gabby's finger as a few gasps were heard from Camila and Shay.

"Oh my goodness, it's even more beautiful than I remember." Camila spoke, her hand resting over her chest as Ramon came up behind Gabby and wrapped his arm around her back.

"I'm so proud of you, mija." He whispered in her ear, Gabby's tear-filled eyes looking up at her dad before she leaned into his embrace, Ramon holding onto his only daughter tightly as he pressed a few kisses to her forehead.

"Yeah, you did great, Casey." Antonio chimed in while the father and daughter were having their moment, Matt grinning from ear to ear before he nodded back at him in thanks.

"The ring is beautiful, but now I want to hear all of it." Shay spoke up, everyone glancing towards the blonde while Nancy continued to admire the ring on Gabby's finger. "From beginning to end, you have to tell us what happened."

"Shay, didn't you help Casey set all this up?" Ramon asked her, Shay merely shrugging before she continued.

"Yeah, but we had to leave before the good part." She countered, her response earning a few laughs from around the room until Camila spoke up.

"Yes, yes we want to hear everything… But let's do it over dinner." She instructed, Gabby and Shay, along with a few others in the room, all nodding before Ramon broke away from his daughter, knowing he was going to need to help his wife. "You all can head into the dining room, we've got the food all ready for everyone, and I know we're all eager to hear about how tonight went." She continued on, Gabby giving her mom's hand a squeeze before they began to head towards the table.

But Gabby hung back for a moment as her eyes began to move over everyone in this room with her, everyone that she loved so dearly, an overwhelming feeling of gratitude washing over her as she was just so glad to have them all here with her right now. And it made her even more thankful to know that Matt was the one who had set this all up, that he knew her well enough to realize this is exactly how she'd want to spend the night of her engagement. With the people she held closest to her.

"Congrats again, babe." Shay spoke softly from beside her, Gabby turning to see Shay in the same spot she'd been moments prior, with a wide grin resting over her face. "I'm so happy for you, and for Casey… You've got a good one."

"I do." She responded, Shay smiling once more before she wrapped her up in one last tight hug, the action holding more than words could ever say, as the blonde had been with Gabby through so many ups and downs in her life. And now, to see her where she was, with the love of her life by her side, Shay couldn't have been more excited for her best friend. "And thank you… for your help with this."

"Anything for my best girl." She replied, tapping her side lightly before she began to lead her towards the dining room, all of them looking forward to spending this evening together, and celebrating one of the most important moments for Matt and Gabby in their relationship.

Gabby blew out a soft sigh as she stood in front of the dresser in her and Matt's bedroom, the woman working on getting her jewelry off while she faintly heard the sounds of Casey out in the living room, knowing he was making sure they were securely locked inside their home before coming to bed. It was the same thing he did every night, Dawson releasing another breath as she got her earring off and placed it back in its usual spot. Though as she completed that task, it was impossible for her to not look at the ring sitting on her finger. Just like she'd done quite often throughout the night.

The weight of it was something she'd need time to get used to, as she'd already run it into a few things in the few short hours since Matt had placed it on her finger, but even with that she already couldn't imagine not wearing it. Like every time she'd stopped to admire it during the night, it just felt right being there, Gabby feeling nothing but love and security each time she looked at it. And those were feelings she hoped would never go away, as this ring was a symbol of all the words and promises Matt had given her.

And whenever she thought back to them, it brought a wide smile to her face, because she knew they were promises he'd keep.

"So I take it you like it?"

She was broken from her thoughts when her boyfriend-fiancé's soft voice hit her ears, a strong look of contentment spreading across her features before she glanced in his direction, seeing him resting up against the frame of the door with his arms crossed over his chest. He had taken off his gray sport coat sometime since they got home, his white button down fitting him nicely as a gentle, yet genuine grin was resting over his lips. That same smile she'd seen from him often, the one that made her fall in love with him over and over again.

"I mean, I've seen you looking at it all night, but I didn't get the chance to ask."

"I love it." She murmured before breaking their eye contact and looking back down towards the ring on her finger, her smile growing even wider as she heard him begin to walk into the room, Matt coming to stand behind her before placing his hands delicately on her hips. "I love it so much."

"I'm so glad." He whispered as his hands slid around to her stomach, Casey wanting to get as close to her as he could before pressing a soft kiss to her bare shoulder. Her eyes fell closed at the action, Gabby leaning back into him as she relished in the feeling of his lips on her skin, his arms around her giving her that strong sense of security that only he could provide. "There were a few rings that I was looking at, but that one felt the most right…"

"It is, it's perfect." She replied, her voice quiet as she lifted her hand up to rest against the side of his head, Matt nearly supporting all her weight as she let herself relax into him, his lips trailing up to her neck as he couldn't help but stay close to her. "All of it was perfect." Dawson breathed out, feeling him smile against her before he continued pressing kisses against her skin. "...And a part of me still can't believe this is real."

Her words stopped his movements for a moment, Matt pressing one last kiss against her skin before slowly pulling back and meeting her gaze through the mirror, Casey unable to miss the fear tears shining in her eyes. But he wasn't entirely surprised to see them there, as she'd been on the verge of tears most of the night- though he knew it was for the best reason.

Drawing in a deep breath, Matt ran his hand comfortingly along her waist before carefully turning her around in his arms, Gabby letting him move her until he gently pushed her body back against the dresser, his hands finding their home on her hips while he waited for her to look up at him. And once she did, it was like an instant rush of warmth flooded her body before he leaned in for a slow, easy kiss. But it was one that nearly knocked her off her feet.

Time could've stopped around them when he kissed her, and she wouldn't have known, Gabby completely captivated by him and this intimate moment as he slid one hand up her body to cradle her cheek, his thumb brushing delicately over her skin while they slowly moved together.

It wasn't until they both needed air that they finally separated, Gabby sucking in a deep breath as their foreheads pressed together, both their chests heaving while their eyes stayed closed.

"This is real, baby." Casey finally spoke, his words bringing a small smile to her face before she took another breath.

He felt her nod slightly, the motion hard to do with their heads against one another, before she slowly pulled back from him. But it was only enough to capture his lips in hers once more, Matt smiling into her movements as he felt her tighten her arm around his back.

"That makes me so happy." She said when they separated, Matt pulling away enough to get a look at her, seeing her eyes still closed with a content look resting over her face. One that stayed even when she finally looked at him, her shining brown eyes locking on his bright blue ones. "You make me so happy."

As soon as those words left her lips, he couldn't help the bright grin that formed over his face, Casey stroking his thumb over her cheek once more before he pulled her back in for a soft kiss.

But their movements that started out slow and gentle didn't stay that way for very long, as a passion and intensity began to grow between them with every passing second, Gabby pulling against his shirt as his free hand roamed over her body, soft moans and whimpers escaping out through their lips as they slowly started making their way back towards their bed. Their steps were slow and careful, as neither of them could really see where they were going, but muscle memory took over as they'd managed to make their way to the bed, Casey stopping when he felt the backs of his legs hitting the edge of the mattress and effectively halting their progress.

Though Gabby didn't let that slow her down as her hands blindly moved around to the front of his shirt before starting to work on the buttons, their lips moving together heatedly while his hand slid around her back and down past her waist. Within seconds, Gabby had managed to get his shirt undone, her hands immediately sliding underneath the material and moving over his bare skin, Matt moaning softly into her mouth as his own palms were touching any part of her he could find.

But before things could go any further, Casey began to slow down his movements, the man pressing one last soft kiss to her lips before slowly pulling back. They were both sucking in air, Gabby looking at him with an almost curious look in her eye, but he simply smiled back at her, the almost goofy grin on his face causing her to smile as he traced over her features.

Her eyes were wide and darkened, despite the few happy tears he still saw hiding behind her lashes, while her lips were slightly swollen from moments prior, the rest of her dark red lipstick smudged across her mouth as Matt was sure he was wearing some of it also. But still, all he could think about at that moment was how gorgeous she looked. How she had to have been the most beautiful woman he'd ever laid eyes on, and how he was so incredibly lucky to get to spend the rest of his life with her.

All of that, and more feelings like it, were all that was going through his mind as he continued to watch her, Matt moving his hands to rest over her arms before he finally met her eyes once more. And the second he did, he could see that same uncertainty still hiding in her gaze, like she wasn't entirely sure why he had slowed things down between them. But after a few moments, he could see the realization starting to set in, before she gradually matched his grin.

Because she knew now why he'd pulled back, and that it had everything to do with him not wanting things to be rushed between them. Not tonight, when they were celebrating this incredible thing in their lives. He wanted to be able to fully experience every single moment of what was about to happen.

And as she felt that familiar tingling sensation starting to course through her body, Gabby knew she wanted that, too.

"I love you so much, you know that." He murmured as he rubbed her hand along her skin gently, her smile starting to grow before she slowly nodded.

"I know… The ring was kind of a giveaway." She added on, Matt chuckling softly before he leaned in to give her a much more tame, yet fleeting, kiss. "But I love you, too." She said before kissing him once more, both of them happy to bask in this slow, loving moment until they were ready to pull away, Gabby drawing in another breath before speaking up once more.

"And just so you know…" She started, their eyes locked on each other as she wanted to make sure he was really hearing what she was saying. "I'm always gonna choose you, too." Gabby spoke with a conviction that nearly brought tears to his eyes, her repetition of his words from earlier in the night making his chest tighten as what felt like a hundred different emotions began to well inside him. But they were all good ones, Matt blinking quickly a few times to try and gain a sense of control over himself before he grabbed ahold of her face and kissed her once more.

And every movement after that was done with a purpose, Matt unzipping Gabby out of her new dress and letting it fall to the floor, before he gently guided her onto the bed. But not before he took a few seconds to appreciate the view in front of him, the matching set she was wearing leaving little to the imagination about the body he knew by heart, Matt doing all he could to soak up every moment of this as she laid down in the middle of their mattress. And he was all ready to join her, Matt removing the shirt she'd already unbuttoned along with the rest of his clothes aside from his boxers, before he climbed down on top of her, their bodies pressing together as their mouths found one another's yet again.

"Matt…" She moaned out once his lips began to trail down her jaw and towards her neck, her chest rising and falling rapidly as warmth spread through her lower stomach, his wet kisses over her skin combined with his hands roaming her barely clothed body sending shockwaves through her system. And from the way she began to feel him pressing into her thigh, Gabby knew he was feeling the exact same way she was. But still, they didn't rush things between them, Matt leaving behind a few marks on her neck and collarbone before gradually moving his way further down.

The clothing on her chest limited him somewhat, but he didn't let it deter him as he began to place slow, opened-mouth kisses along the tops of her breasts, on any skin he could find, Matt feeling her breathing beginning to get choppier as he paid more and more attention to her, a proud smile tugging on his lips before he continued on with his methods. While he kept his mouth on her, he brought a free hand up to cup her breast over her bra, Gabby releasing another low moan before he started to tease her through the material.

His movements were slow, but based on her reaction to him he knew she was enjoying every moment of it, Matt alternating between breasts as he kissed his way down her breast bone to right below her bra. Her breaths were getting heavier as she laid back on the pillows, Matt glancing up at her for a second as both his hands were now cupping her chest, his thumbs moving back and forth over her covered nipples as he could gradually feel them hardening beneath his touch.

"Matt." She tried once more, that devilish grin returned to his lips before he freed her chest from its confines, Matt pulling her bra down enough to release her breasts as another moan left her lips as her sensitive skin was now exposed to the cold room. But it took only seconds for his hands to be on her once more, a soft whimper escaping the back of her throat as his rough skin teased her, Casey pressing a few more sloppy kisses over her ribcage before making his way back up her chest.

"You're so beautiful." He whispered before taking her breast into his mouth, her breath catching in her throat as he paid special attention to her, his hand continuing to work over her other side while the combination of his lips and tongue sent shivers down her spine.

He made sure to give equal treatment to both sides of her chest, time having slowed down considerably as Gabby was focused on nothing but Matt and his mouth on her, her fiancé managing to put so much love into every movement that it was nearly suffocating. But she loved it all the same, because even in their wildest and most passionate moments, she never questioned how much she meant to him. And how she knew this was more than just sex, that it always had been with them.

Especially tonight, with that ring on her finger that was currently gripping on his hair, the one that symbolized the rest of their life together. And that's part of what made every single moment between them so special, Gabby feeling herself get more and more lost in him as the seconds ticked by.

Slowly, Matt finally pulled back from her chest after placing one last kiss over her eager skin, his hands carefully snaking around her back to undo the clasp there and get the clothing out of the way. And with Gabby's help as she arched her back, he was able to remove her bra and easily toss it to the floor before he started pressing more kisses over her heaving chest. As he moved Gabby began to rake her nails over his back, Matt soon feeling the cold band of her engagement ring pressing against his skin, that eliciting a rush of emotions within him before he continued moving his lips down her body.

He didn't stop until he got to the waistband of the last article of clothing covering her body, Matt's hand running along the outside of her thigh while Gabby did what she could to steady her breathing, Casey not waiting very long before he hooked his fingers underneath the material and began to pull it down her gorgeous legs.

Her underwear soon joined her bra on the ground beside the bed, Matt sitting back on his heels as he admired the view beneath him for a moment, his palms running over her legs as he finally met her tender gaze, the loving look in her eyes bringing a smile to his face before he slowly began to move back towards her. After stopping to remove his boxers, leaving nothing between them, Matt hovered over her once more, Gabby widening her legs for him to rest between as he placed one of his hands down beside her head to steady himself, before leaning to capture her lips in a kiss yet again.

They continued moving together in the pace they knew well, Gabby holding him as close as she possibly could while his free hand began to trail down her bare body, Matt feeling her trembling beneath him as he got closer and closer to his destination. And once he was there, Gabby was nearly dripping in anticipation as his hand rested between her legs, a lone finger sliding up and down along her entrance before carefully pushing inside.

A low moan left her lips at the action, Casey continuing on with both his kisses and his movements further south as he began to steadily move his hand at an easy pace. One he knew was only enough to work her up, Matt wanting to make sure she was ready before they went any further. But from what he was feeling, she was, Casey doing a few more strokes before sliding another finger inside of her, Gabby releasing another moan against his lips as her legs widened to give him better access.

And it was something he wasn't going to take for granted, the backs of Gabby's thighs resting over the tops of his legs as he used his position to help keep her spread open for him, his hand starting to move just a bit faster before he added his thumb to the equation, Matt beginning to rub over her sensitive bundle of nerves in time with the rest of his movements.

A sharp gasp left her throat as soon as she registered what was happening, before it was accompanied by low whines and cries, pleasure starting to course through her body as Matt expertly worked her over, her hands beginning to fall from her hold on him as she was having a hard time focusing on anything other than what her fiancé was doing to her.

"Matt… Please." She whined as his head fell down beside her, his rhythmic pace just slow enough to not get her to where she wanted to be, despite how close she was to falling over that edge, Gabby needing more from him to get her there.

And considering he was determined to make tonight all about her, he soon obliged, Casey adding a third finger before speeding up his movements to exactly where he knew she needed them to be, a sharp cry leaving her mouth as she hadn't expected everything to happen all at once. But now that it had, Gabby was craving the release she was teetering towards, Matt keeping his new quick pace as steady as he could while he attached his lips back around her breast.

Another cry came from the woman beneath him, Matt knowing her body well enough to know she was getting closer and closer to the release she was desperate for, her legs starting to press against him in an effort to close together, as his movements were suddenly feeling almost too overwhelming. But he never slowed down, not when soft pleads were still leaving her lips, Gabby nearly begging him to send her over the edge.

Which he soon did, her release hitting her like a train as she came undone around his hand, Matt continuing his steady movements as much as he could while he listened to all the cries and moans coming from her, Gabby's body shaking beneath him as she rode out wave after wave of mind-numbing pleasure. Her muscles were completely rigid, Casey still holding her sensitive skin between his lips while his hand further down had yet to stop, though he had slowed down considerably as her body's signs were telling him she was almost done.

It wasn't until her shaky hand reached out towards his arm that he finally halted his movements, Matt slowly sliding out of her before he started running his hand up and down the outside of her trembling thighs, Gabby's entire head completely blank as she had yet to form one coherent thought. All she could focus on was the intense, yet incredible, pleasure coursing through her veins, her body still not entirely off that high as Matt began pressing gentle kisses all over her chest and collarbones, like he was trying to help her calm down.

And thankfully, it worked, as after a few minutes Gabby was able to regain more control of herself, Matt knowing well enough to give her the time she needed before trying to go any further, as he'd stuck to running his hands along her body, while kissing any part of her glistening skin he could find.

"Are you okay?" He asked after a couple more moments, his lips tickling her neck before he felt her slowly nod, Matt lifting his head up to get a better look at her, to find a content gleam in her tired eyes.

"I'm perfect." She spoke quietly, the lazy smile forming over her face bringing a similar one to his features, before he pressed a soft kiss to her lips, Matt continuing on for a second as he settled himself between her legs. Gabby instinctively tightened her thighs around him when he was close enough, Matt reaching back to pull the sheets up over them as he settled his body weight on top of her, their gazes focusing on each other once more as he started to lightly brush his hand along the side of her face.

"You ready?" Matt checked one last time, Gabby lifting her hand up to rest over the side of his face before she nodded once more, her eyes moving between him and the shimmering ring on her finger that she could see resting beside his head.

"I'm ready." She assured him, Casey giving her one last smile before he reached down in between them and carefully guided himself into her.

His movements were slow, soft gasps and whimpers escaping her lips as he gradually entered her, Matt going until he was in all the way before he came to a stop, giving her time to adjust to him. But when she began to push up against him, he knew she was truly ready, Matt recapturing her lips with his before slowly beginning to thrust in and out of her, both of them focused on nothing but each other as they continued on with their celebrations in the best way they knew how, the two relishing in the feeling of their first time together since getting engaged.

Gabby took slow, deep breaths as she rested on her side in the middle of the large mattress, the darkness in the room comforting as her fiancé laid beside her, the content look on his face easy enough to make out even with the lack of light as Matt faced her. It was pretty quiet in their bedroom, and had been ever since they'd disconnected from one another just a short while ago. But even with the nearly serene air around her, Gabby still hadn't been able to fall asleep, her eyes staying focused on the man next to her.

Though he was laying peacefully, and hadn't opened his eyes for awhile, she could tell he wasn't asleep, his body language a dead giveaway to his awake state while they both continued to relax for the night. But neither of them were having much luck, as given all the excitement and joy they'd experienced over the last few hours, it was hard to wind down completely.

Which is how they'd found themselves here, laying in complete quiet even though they were both still wide awake, the thin sheet over her chest protecting her from the slight chill in the air as she slowly lifted her hand up towards his face.

When her fingers first touched his skin, she saw the slight smile beginning to tug on his lips. But still, he said nothing, his eyes staying shut as she began to move the tips of her fingers over his features, Gabby tracing every inch of him she could.

Matt wasn't entirely sure what she was doing, but in all honesty he didn't mind it, the feeling of her almost drawing over his skin a relaxing one as he fell further down into the bed, Casey sure if she continued on with her movements for a few more minutes, he'd be able to fall asleep. But he didn't get the chance to go any further into his tired state, as his girl's voice soon gained his attention.

"Thank you."

Her words were soft, and hard to hear, Casey's eyebrows furrowing underneath her touch before he slowly opened his eyes.

It took him a second to adjust to the lack of light in the room, Gabby's face eventually coming into focus as he found her watching him intently, the love shining in her eyes impossible to miss as she continued on before he had the chance to say anything.

"For tonight… for everything." She whispered, her breath catching in her throat as she found herself getting a little choked up by her own statement, Matt's face softening as he reached out to rest his hand over her waist. "All of it, it was perfect… It was the best night of my life."

Tears began to prick the edges of his eyes as he listened to her speak, Gabby baring herself to him in a way she had never done with anyone else, as she continued to stroke her hand along the side of his face. He could see a few tears welling in her own eyes, contrasting the soft grin resting over her lips as she carefully guided him towards her, the two meeting in the middle for a sweet, gentle kiss as Matt's arm snaked around her back.

"And I can't wait to be married to you." She said once they pulled back, Matt rubbing soft patterns along her back as he felt her take a slow breath. "I can't wait to be your wife."

That familiar grin returned to his face almost instantly as he took in her words, before he moved to kiss her once more.

"I can't wait, either." He whispered against her, feeling her smile widen before their lips connected once more, neither of them in any hurry to pull away as their slow, sleepy kisses began to gradually pick up speed. But it wasn't until Gabby pulled herself up to straddle his hips that Matt realized they wouldn't be getting that much needed rest anytime soon.

But he didn't mind one bit, as moments like this with the love of his life were some of the best times in the world. And he couldn't wait to keep sharing these moments with her for the rest of their lives, Matt keeping his lips on hers as his hands began to wildly roam her body, the two beginning to get lost in one another as they often did.

Though tonight, it felt a little different. With that ring on her finger, everything was different. But it was one of the best feelings in the entire world, one they wouldn't trade for anything.