Sunday, October 19, 2014

TROTD - Chapter Eighteen: Living a Little, Laughing a Little

            Fitz sat on the couch absently changing the channel on the television as he waited. He unbuttoned another button of his pale blue oxford shirt and rolled the sleeves up to his elbows. Finally settling on some news, he reached his arms high over his head in a much needed stretch. The room was dark apart from the flicker of the fire in the fireplace and the twinkle of the lights on the Christmas tree but she glowed like an angel when she descended the stairs carrying several immaculately wrapped gifts.

“All of those for me?” he inquired as she sat the boxes on the coffee table. She nodded and snuggled into his side.

“I don’t want you to get too excited” she cautioned, “It’s not a beach house.”

            He drew her into a quick kiss, a peck which deepened when her tongue surged past his lips to dance in the warmth of his mouth. An involuntary groan rose from deep within him and Olivia reveled in the feeling of his fingers pressing into the flesh of her sides.

“Livvie” he quaked sensing his self-control waning. The form-fitting grey sweater she wore did little to contain the heat radiating from her skin but he wanted, no needed, to feel her flesh in his hands. He ran his hands over the round cheeks of her ass then under her sweater to tempt her cocoa skin. His impossibly large, muscular hands owned her body turning her skin into molten chocolate and coaxing sounds she never knew she could make.

“Do you want to open your gifts?” she gulped as his tongue and lips ghosted over her neck.

“Nothing in those boxes can compare to what I’m holding right now” the brush of his breath caused her entire body to prickle.

“Open your gifts then I might let you take me to bed” her giggle brought a sweet smile to his lips. She was usually so serious and in control, the consummate professional, but he knew her carefree side. He knew the Olivia who stuck out her tongue and danced in the kitchen in a t-shirt and thick socks. He knew the Olivia who liked to giggle and flirt.

“You drive a hard bargain” he kissed her lips once more then turned his attention to the gifts, “Does it matter which one I open first?”

“This one” she handed him the largest box, then enjoyed his expression as he tore into the paper with the excitement of a child. When he peeled back the pale blue tissue in the box she noticed him pause and his breath caught slightly in his throat.

“Livvie this is…wow…it’s beautiful” he spluttered as he ran his hand over the supple leather of the Libero Ferrero bag, “Does this mean you don’t like my luggage?” he joked.

            Olivia grinned and shook her head, “I never said that but I thought you could use it if we take a trip,” then offered him the next gift which he opened with equal fervor.  He smiled when he pulled the tissue back and saw the pale blue Charvet oxford and Isaia tie, allowing his fingers to lightly skim the silky fabric.

“I thought the blue would really bring out your eyes and…” his hand brushed her cheek scattering her thoughts.  She leaned into his hand appreciating its size in relation to her face then sliding her hand over his to lace their fingers.

“Perfect” he whispered looking deep into her chocolate eyes.

“I’m glad you like them” she returned in an equal hush.

“I wasn’t talking about the gifts” his fingers pushed a strand of hair off her face, “You’re perfect Olivia.”
           
            Perfect, the word scared her; it came with expectation and brought back the pressures of the world. She sat up hoping her discomfort wasn’t noticeable.

“What’s wrong?” apprehension invading his voice.

“Nothing” she lied, sure he wouldn’t understand if she tried to explain her fears. Forcing the thoughts from her mind she continued, “There’s one more part of your gift.”

            Fitz gave her a skeptical look but took the box she offered him. He felt her delicate hand come to rest on his upper thigh as he pulled the paper from the box. Opening the lid he found a Mont Blanc watch and an envelope.

“Wow, Livvie, this watch is spectacular” he held it gently in his palm, “but it’s too much. I can’t keep this.”

“You have to” her fingers ran along his thigh in the most tantalizing manner, “it has dual time zones which will come in handy.”

“Am I going somewhere?” he chuckled, quickly losing the ability to focus on anything but her hand.

“Open the envelope” she whispered with a triumphant smile.

            Fitz did as instructed and found a brochure for Amanyara Villas. He leafed through the brochure finally coming to the last page showing a map of the resort with a villa circled, “Turks and Caicos, Livvie?”

“Summer vacation with Charlie and Abby” she explained, “in separate villas of course. That is if you want to go on vacation with me.”

“You in a little white bikini playing in the crystal blue water?” he pretended to ponder, “Yeah, I think I could deal with that.”

            He pulled her into his lap, his hands finding her ass while her fingers moved to play in the curls at the nape of his neck. His eyes slid closed at the sensation of her nails on his scalp, the way she touched him would never be anything short of extraordinary.

“You spoil me” he spoke against the base of her neck. His tongue traced to her shoulder, his teeth sampling the skin there.

“I didn’t give you a beach house or anything” she whispered in his ear which was now ruby red, “I really loved my gift.”

“Care to show me how much?” his voice had grown husky and she felt the evidence of his arousal against her thigh. A smile came to her plump lips and she delicately nibbled his ear.

“Does that line actually work?” she whispered.

“I haven’t had much occasion to use it” Fitz responded as Olivia pulled back to look him in the eye, “so….is it working?”

            Whether the line, the flawless man in front of her, or the lopsided grin he wore, there was no question where the evening was headed. She smirked as she climbed off his lap and walked toward the stairs.

“Coming?” she beckoned.

“Right behind you, Sexy” he jumped up from the couch and trailed her to the bedroom. The door was barely closed before his lips collided with hers. He hungrily tempted his tongue into her mouth feeling her suck on it gently, “Livvie” he breathed moving them closer to the bed.

“Wait…Fitz….” She panted.

“Why? What’s wrong?” he wondered.

“Sit” Olivia instructed authoritatively, pointing to the mattress. Fitz obeyed, his eyes not leaving Olivia’s. He watched as she reached to press play on the Bose system, “What are you doing?” he tried to keep his voice even.

“You’ll see” she bit her lower lip, “You can look but you can’t touch.”

            The music started and she began to move, reaching first for the hem of her shirt and lifting it seductively over her head. His hands ached to touch her as her hips swayed and her fingers teased the button on her jeans. Fitz felt the room grow warmer and the straining in his pants became nearly unbearable. He forced himself to remain still on the bed, sitting on his hands to keep from reaching for the striking beauty before him. She brought a finger to her lips, teasing it between her teeth with a mischievous grin. Fitz caught a hint of her perfume when she leaned closer to him, pushing her pants down her long, coltish legs. He would swear he actually felt the room spin and his body vibrated with craving. He wasn’t sure how much longer he could stand the ache in his pants. It wasn’t just sex he wanted, he wanted to be close to her, to hold her, to hear her laugh and the way she said his name. No one had ever made him feel so much that he was enough. He’d lived his whole life trying to live up to his family name then trying to keep Megan happy which proved an impossible task. But with Olivia it was different; she didn’t expect anything from him. She didn’t love him for his name or his money, she didn’t expect him to buy her things or provide her a life, all she wanted was him.

            Olivia watched Fitz’s face as she danced for him; saw his eyes travel over her scantily clad form then noticed them glaze over when she leaned closer to him. She moved ever closer when her bra and panties were the only articles of clothing she still wore and watched his hands twitch with desire to touch her. He licked his lips in anticipation. She could tell his determination was rapidly fading.  To end her striptease she slid her now damp panties down her legs and tossed them to him with a smile.

“Fuck it Livvie” he growled just before grabbing her and pulling her onto the bed. She giggled before he urgently pressed his lips to hers. His hand traveled down her side, pausing at the top of her hip, before sliding to her inner thigh. Another rumble rose in his throat as his fingers tempted her heat. 

“Fitz” she moaned softly when he coaxed one of his long fingers into her wetness. He moved his thumb to her clit matching the pace with which his finger stroked in and out of her. Her juices coated his fingers the longer he caressed her. He watched her closely until her body vibrated in his hands. Her fingers dug into his shoulders and knotted in his curls as she neared her release then just as he felt the first quakes of her orgasm he moved his fingers to his lips, savoring her sweet nectar.

“I love the way you taste” he breathed against the velvety skin of her neck, “like sweet honey.”

            She gasped while every nerve ending throbbed in anticipation of his next touch. She tried to pull him closer but he moved to remove his pants and boxers then tugged his shirt over his head.  Her heart raced when he rolled her on top of him, running the head of his cock through her dripping folds.  He knew he wouldn’t last long once he was inside her, he couldn’t remember a time Olivia, or anyone else for that matter, had turned him on so much. He wanted the moment to last but he longed to have her unravel in his arms.

            They both paused when she slid down onto him and she gripped the sheets on either side of his head trying to gain her composure, allowing her eyes to close momentarily. He watched her intently, the pleasure and need that crossed her countenance. For a moment they just stared into one another’s eyes, cerulean meeting espresso in penetrating possession.

            He was the first to move, bringing his hand softly to her cheek, before speaking; “Hi Beautiful” his voice was slightly gruff despite the sentiment.

“Hi” she managed in an equally throaty tone, tentatively sliding herself along his shaft. The movement shifted his focus and his hands found their place on her hips. He watched her move over him, her head thrown back, slender neck exposed and he couldn’t resist sitting up to sink his teeth into her skin. He had never been one to bite, wondering what kind of passion drove one to do so but now he knew. She made him feel wild and animalistic, brought out his protective instincts and his most basic desires.

            He lifted his hips, urging deeper into her, gripping her back and shoulders. She moaned into the bend of his neck, her own fingers pressing into the muscles of his upper back. He increased their pace, meeting her thrust for thrust, enfolding her in his powerful arms. Her taut nipples dragged along his chest, his breath coming out in short pants at the sensation. Her walls quaked slightly urging him to thrust harder and faster. Then she unraveled, shuddering in his arms until she was breathless against his shoulder and one final pump brought him over the edge to join her.

            They clung to one another, breathing together, neither wanting the intimate moment to end. His fingers traced her spine, memorizing each vertebra. Her breath wandered over his shoulder and she scattered kisses over his upper arms and chest.

This is bliss he thought, chancing a peek at the dark curls that covered his chest. He felt her giggle.

“What?” he whispered, brushing her hair aside.

“I’m just happy” she rested her chin on his chest to look into his eyes, “You make me very happy.”

            He ran his fingers through her hair, tucking a few strands behind her ear, “You are full of surprises” he laughed, “What would people think if they knew that the straight-laced Olivia Pope is a stripper in her spare time?”
           
            She buried her face in his neck, “Only for you.”

“And don’t you forget it” he grinned as he cupped her ass in his muscular hands, “All mine.”

            She laughed again as he rolled to his side, gingerly sliding himself out of her. She whimpered quietly at the loss of contact. They adjusted themselves until they had found a comfortable position. Her hands wandered up and down the arm he had wrapped around her. She paused when her fingers met the edge of his watch. She sighed a deep, soul cleansing sigh.

This is how it’s supposed to be she thought, this is what true happiness is.

            She listened as his breathing became the deep even breath of slumber then closed her eyes, allowing herself to slip into dreamful sleep.

X-X

“Wake up Sleepyhead” he kissed her bare shoulder from where he stood next to the bed then slowly pulled the sheet from her naked frame. She lay on her stomach, her head resting on the pillow, dark tendrils covering her face, an arm and leg stretched towards his side of the bed. She stirred slightly when the Egyptian cotton skimmed her backside.

“Livvie, time to get up” he breathed against her bare back, “We have to get to the set and tonight is your big premiere.

            Her head turned and he watched her squint her eyes against the morning sun.

“Just five more minutes” she grumbled. It had been nearly two months since they had been on-set and she had grown accustomed to lazy mornings spent in bed with Fitz.  She struggled to sit up, reaching up to stretch her tired body then rolled her head side to side. He watched a glimmer come to her eye, “Maybe I should be a total diva and fix it so our scenes are all shot in the afternoon then we can spend all morning in bed.”

“Stop pouting and get in the shower” he kissed her shoulder lightly, “You’re no diva and you know it.”

            She stuck her tongue out as she scurried past him into the bathroom and turned on the shower. The water was warm and relaxing, enough to take her mind off of the enormity of the day ahead. She grinned when Fitz climbed into the shower behind her, running a plush washcloth over her back. They finished showering and dressed before traveling to the studio.

X-X

“Spill it, how is Mr. Hollywood?” Abby was lounging on the sofa in Olivia’s trailer as Olivia studied her lines.

“Don’t call him that…and he’s fine” Olivia glowered before returning her focus to the script in her hands.

“He really loves you, you know that right?” Abby was suddenly serious.

            Olivia was taken aback for a moment. She wasn’t sure whether she should admit to Abby how she truly felt about Fitz. Abby was her best friend and one of a select few who knew about their relationship but she was still afraid of what would happen if others found out. She swallowed hard past the lump in her throat, her mouth suddenly feeling dry, “I love him too” she quietly admitted.

“Then you two better watch yourselves” Abby warned, “It’s obvious to anyone who cares to see that you have feelings for one another.”

            Olivia smiled, dreamily touching her plump lips, “Aren’t you due on set?”

“Yeah, yeah, I know when you’re trying to get rid of me” Abby moved towards the door but before leaving turned to add, “Tell Mr. Hollywood I said hello.”  Then she was gone.

            Olivia rolled her eyes then returned to her script. She glanced at her watch to find she still had another thirty minutes before she needed to shoot her scenes. She leaned back against the cushions of the couch and closed her eyes, her mind wandering to Fitz. Then, as if conjured by her thoughts, there was a knock on the door and Fitz stepped into her trailer.

“Hi Gorgeous” he grinned, “Are you ready to knock ‘em dead?”

“A little nervous, actually” she admitted quietly.

            Fitz couldn’t stop the laugh that rose in his throat, “Love scene jitters?”

“Not entirely…” she was blushing.

“You’re seriously still nervous about doing a love scene with me?” his voice sounded wounded, “Just pretend like we’re at home.”

“That’s what I’m worried about” she explained, “I can’t forget that we’re shooting a television show, that it’s all pretending, it’s not real.”

            Fitz took a step towards her, reaching out the pull her into his embrace, “But this” he gestured between them, “Is very real”

            She stood on her tiptoes to ease a kiss against his mouth, “Should we get going?”

“You’re the star” he held the door for her, peering at her rear end while she walked in front of him. The body he worshipped moving just out of his reach, perfection in a pair of skinny jeans.

X-X

            Olivia busied herself choosing between sweaters. She stood in front of her mirror wondering which Fitz would prefer as she readied herself for the evening’s gathering at Fitz’s house to view the premier of the show. She settled on the pale grey Michael Kors, brushing imaginary lint from her sleeve before gathering her purse and stepping into the cool January air.

            As she drove her palms became clammy, but she couldn’t figure out why she was so nervous. Was it the premiere? Being at Fitz’s house with other people around? Or was it concern that Abby was right and that everyone would see through their façade and know they were involved? After pulling into the spot next to Fitz’s car she sat for several minutes collecting her thoughts then walked to his front door.

            It felt strange to ring the doorbell and the thrill of their secret brought butterflies to her stomach as she waited for him to answer.

“Hi” the smile on his face was both happiness and relief.

“Hi” she returned, sliding past him and removing her coat.

“Everyone is in the family room” she could tell he was anxious.

“Great” her nervousness was equally apparent. They stood in awkward silence, trading occasional glances but neither speaking.

“Liv” chimed Abby walking into the foyer from the family room, “Come on, popcorn and wine.”

            She peeked at Fitz, her cheeks growing crimson. “Shall we?” his voice was lower than usual as he took her hand and led her to the family room, “I saved a place for you right next to me.”

            Again, she blushed accepting the glass of wine Fitz offered, “Thank you” her voice sounded sweet and demure.

“Here we go” said Huck motioning towards the television.

“There you are, Beautiful” he breathed impossibly close to her ear, “How exciting is it to see your name after the word ‘starring’?”

“Almost the greatest feeling I’ve had all day” she smirked. It was his turn to blush, the room suddenly feeling extremely warm.

            The group watched the show, talking and joking during commercials, snapping photos with their phones and reveling in the excitement of the evening. Olivia would catch herself resting her hand on Fitz’s thigh or leaning her head on his shoulder. She would quickly pull back, hoping no one noticed.  Fitz tried to concentrate on the television but his attention was constantly drawn to the stunning woman sitting next to him. The way she smiled and laughed with the group, how her sweater hugged her curves, her hand touching his leg and her head on his shoulder. He couldn’t ignore the intoxicating fragrance of her perfume and the heat that radiated from her body.  Simply sitting next to each another their bodies spoke volumes to one another. They were inevitably entwined in one another, their movements deeply, almost painfully connected.

            When the episode ended everyone applauded and Fitz raised his glass, “To Olivia, our beautiful leader and the reason we’re all lucky enough to work on this spectacular show. You are a joy to work with and I am so thankful to have met you. Here is to the first of many successful episodes.”

            Hearing him praise her so publicly caused her cheeks to pink and her palms were moist again. Everyone raised their glasses in a toast and she managed to regain her poise.

“As you all know, this show is such a group effort. I’m thankful every day to work with such amazingly talented people who challenge me and bring me out of my comfort zone. You have honestly changed my life” the sentiment was meant for the entire cast but she found herself unable to drag her eyes from Fitz. She took a long drink of her wine before adding, “I’m going to go get a little more wine to celebrate.”

            She wore a contented smile as she walked to the kitchen. Once there she poured more wine into her glass and looked out the window into the shadowy backyard. She didn’t notice anyone approach until she felt his arms slide around her waist from behind and his lips meet the curve of her neck. An unconscious moan escaped her and she relaxed back against him.

“Congratulations Livvie”

“It was great, right? The show was amazing”

            He turned her in his arms, looking deeply into her eyes, “You’re amazing and I am the luckiest man in the world to be able to hold you.”

            Her fingers snaked into the curls at the back of his head and his slid along her jaw just before their lips met. Their tongues danced together slowly, leisurely. They conveyed everything words couldn’t communicate. Minutes passed as they stood simply enjoying touching and tasting. Finally she pulled back, her hand remaining on his cheek, “Thank you” she whispered.

“For what?” he inquired.

“For taking the time to figure out that I’m not some spoiled princess”

“You’re my spoiled princess” he grinned before kissing her again.

“Well, well, well…” they heard a voice behind them. Turning, they saw Harrison standing several feet away, “I wondered when you two were going to hook up.” 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