A/N: So I'm back! I hope you like this chapter its a little long but it's a good start to where the story is headed!
Mercedes stood there looking at the door with a wide range of emotions. How did they even get to this point? Him asking her out and her accepting? Them making out and he wanting more. How the hell was she going to cancel all of his shows, what plausible reason could she give? He wanted to get know me… like the real me. She stopped on that thought and couldn't help but smile, she remember talking to Mary about it being difficult opening up to Sam and she would say "You'll know when he's ready. He takes his time at realizing how much he needs people in his corner." Mercedes shook her head and thought about what exactly was happening at 2pm tomorrow… well today. How was she supposed to dress? Shit, how am I supposed to dress, she thought to herself. She pulled her phone out of her purse and began to text him but decided she had more pressing matters. She grabbed her tablet and her laptop and began working through the long list of venues, producers and band members. She knew calling this late would only result in angry hangup calls or even worse her having to tolerate being cussed out for doing her job but she did it. After she finished, she sent additional emails to ensure everyone understood that Sam would be taking time off for the next three weeks and apologized for the last minute change. When she finally contacted everyone she looked at the time and it was 6:30 am and the sun was starting to peek through her windows. She was tired and her day was only beginning, she knew her phone would be going off at 8:00 am from various other people she wasn't able to reach via phone. She figured she'd rest her eyes before the madness began and dozed off on the couch. She felt like she was only asleep for a few minutes before she felt her phone buzz, she looked at it and it was a message from Sam. She couldn't help but feel the butterflies in her stomach and took a deep breath before reading it.
Turn your phone off, I don't want you answering any calls today. I know you were up late doing what I asked so rest. I'll bring you breakfast a 10 am. -S
Mercedes felt relieved that she didn't have to answer the calls she was about to get and gladly turned her phone off and headed to her bed that had been calling her name. She hit the pillow and before she knew it she was out.
Sam was excited to start things off fresh with Mercedes and couldn't wait to serve her breakfast in bed. He'd ordered an assortment of breakfast good, fresh fruits, bagels with different types of cream cheeses, pancakes, eggs, bacon and sausage. Along with some danishes, breakfast wraps, yogurt, granola, orange juice and coffee. He made sure it was delivered hot and asked for a few sunflowers to surprise her. He headed to the guest house with the tray of assorted goodies and flowers in hand, when he entered he walked straight to her room only to find a bundle of curls sprawled out on her pillow. Mercedes shifted revealing her face looking so beautiful as she slept. Sam couldn't help but stare at how peaceful she looked and he wanted to join her but resisted the urge. Instead he sat the tray down on her night stand and looked for a piece of paper to write her a note. He knew the food would be cold but figured she could still enjoy the fruit and yogurt. He looked over at her and saw a hair in her face and couldn't help but move it. He caressed her face and saw a smile form on her lips making him want to kiss her. Her eyes started fluttering and opened, she looked up at Sam who was very close to her and resisting the urge to kiss him. His green eyes look stunning with the sun shining on them, he smelled amazing and his smile made her melt. They stared at each other for a while before she sat up and noticed the tray of food on her night table.
"Oh, wow. That looks delicious." She said licking her lips, she hadn't realized how hungry she was until she saw the display of food. Sam gave her a smile before placing the tray on her lap and sitting in front of her.
"I didn't mean to wake you but I couldn't resist moving the hair from your face. You're a cute sleeper." He said rubbing the back of his neck with a lopsided smile on his face. Mercedes felt herself blush and looked down at the food in front of her to keep from jumping over to him and kissing him. She wasn't sure why but he made her feel all giddy and school-girl like.
"Oh no, it's fine. I needed to get up and get ready for today. By the way, how am I supposed to be dressing?" She said before eating a piece of pineapple.
"Something comfortable and pack for at least two weeks worth."
"Wait… what? Where are we going?"
"Need to know." He said smiling and grabbing a bagel.
"Umm… I think it would help with the packing if I knew where I was going." she replied putting the yogurt she started to eat down to look at the man who thought he was about to take her anywhere without telling her where. She kept her eyes on him as he spread cream cheese on his bagel and glanced up at her smiling before taking a big bite.
"That face you're making is sexy."
"I'm not trying to be sexy. Seriously where are we going?" She asked again trying to make her expression seem more serious but caught herself laughing at her failed attempts to remain that way.
"Purple huh?"
"What?"
"Your favorite color, I'm assuming is purple… right?"
"Well that came out of nowhere, but yes it is."
"Mine is blue." He said smiling at the look on Mercedes' face. He could tell she still wanted to know where they going but he want to surprise her. It was after all their first date and he told her he would plan it. He stayed up after leaving her standing there and got all the details sorted and made a few phone calls to ensure she had a great time with him.
"I know that. Avatar is your favorite movie too." She said matter of factly.
"What's yours?"
"Hmm… I don't I have one. Now that I think about it, I have movies I love but not a favorite."
"Oh come on, you have to have a favorite. There's one movie you can watch over and over again and never get tired of it! One you can recite all the words to and still laugh."
"Don't laugh but it's Oliver and Company." She said biting her lip and giggling.
"That's adorable. I've actually only seen it once and I was really little."
"Oh hell no! We need to change that!"
"We will." He said leaning over and kissing her gently before getting up. He had a few more things to sort out before they let and pack his bag as well.
"Were you able to get everything sorted?" He asked.
"Yes, you are obligation free for the next three weeks." She said smiling at herself for being able to pull it off in literally a few hours. She saw staring at her intensely making her blush a little and look away. He was still standing there looking at her before she finally spoke again.
"Is there something on my face?" She asked looking at him bite his lip and turn away.
"No, you're just really beautiful. I have a few more things to do before we head out so, I'll meet you here at 1:30 to get your bag." He said winking and walking out.
Mercedes enjoyed the breakfast a little longer before hopping out of bed and throwing on some clothes. She started packing her suitcase putting some of everything in there. She wasn't sure but she wanted to make sure she had options. Once she finished packing and triple checking she had everything, she setup her email to be forwarded until they returned and cleaned up. She was really excited but also nervous and hated surprises but decided to take the leap. When she finally finished cleaning and getting her self showered and dressed, she opted for some jeans and a simple white shirt and some sneakers since she really didn't know what to expect at least she was comfortable, she hear Sam walking up.
"Ready?" He asked with a huge grin on his face. He had changed into some dark jeans and a black shirt that showed off his muscles and toned body. She couldn't help but notice how normal he look but still so very sexy.
"As I'll ever be I guess. So where are we going?" She asked one last time hoping he would tell her.
"You'll see. Now come on we gotta get to the airstrip."
"We're leaving here?" She asked confused.
"Yeah, why do you think I said pack for two weeks? So I could take you to random hotel? If I wanted to have you myself in a room I would've just came here and stayed." He replied chuckling.
"Oh so you think I would just lay up with you for two weeks huh?" She said laughing.
"I mean, last night there was no hesitation." He said stepping closer to her and looking down at her. Mercedes felt her breathing increase and stared up into his eyes feeling herself weaken by the smile forming on his lips. She let out a breath and rolled her eyes before stepping back.
"You started it." Was all she could get out while tucking a curl behind her ear and smiling thinking about what they had almost did.
"I intend of finishing it as well, now let's go." He replied grabbing her suitcase and hand. He lead her out and locked the door behind him.
The drive to the airstrip was pleasant they had some small talk. Mercedes tried guessing where they were going making him laugh at how frustrated she would get when she got wrong. Once they arrived and got their bags put up they board the plane and sat like they usually did apart until Sam moved closer to her smiling.
"So ready to find out where we're going?" He asked nudging her. She perked up and nodded.
"I finally wore you down! Yes tell me!"
"Lima. I'm taking you to see your family. I know it's been a while."
"What! Oh my goodness. I haven't seen them in eight months! Sam…" She trailed off looking away. She was happy she couldn't form words, the last time she spoke with her parents they told her they were missing her and that her dad wasn't doing to great and she knew she wouldn't be able to see them until after Sam's tour was done. Now she could and he was the reason why she was able to go. She felt tears forming and didn't want to cry in front of him so she turned away.
"Mercedes?" Sam suddenly felt awful for thinking it was a great surprise. He placed his hand on hers and squeezed it lightly.
"No, no these are happy tears. It's just… I wasn't going to be able to see them until after your tour and my dad isn't doing too great but now I get to see them and I can't thank you enough." She said smiling and wiping a tear.
"Why didn't you tell me? I would have let you off, you know that right?"
"I know but my mom told me not to worry and that he would be fine. So I just made sure to keep in contact."
"Still you should've told me, I know how scary it is to be in your position." Mercedes felt like she had disappointed Sam.
"I'm sorry."
"Hey, no need to be sorry. From here on out tell me these things okay? Full open communication from us both. Deal?" He replied smiling and squeezing her hand again.
"Deal. So Mr. Evans, you ready to see where I grew up? Think you can handle small town life?"
"Speaking of, I hope you don't mind but I'll be staying with you at your parents. I figured it would be easier and less… crowded there."
"That should be fine, so long as you know that there can't and won't be any funny business."
"I fully intend on being on my best behavior but make no mistake, I will finish what we started on here." He said pulling her closer to him and kissing her gently at first then a little more passionately before pulling away.
"Don't worry, I'll make sure to keep kissing you like that during our whole trip." He said leaning back. Mercedes rolled her eyes and smirked.
"How long will we be in Lima?"
"A few days then we're going to Kentucky to visit my family and then the real surprise comes." He said wiggling his brows and winking.
"This is going to be a long first date." She replied laughing but also very excited.
Sooooo? There will be some seriously hot Samcedes moments in the next chapter! I'm working on two more chapters as we speak!
