Before the World Got to Her

XIX. Mexico

That morning, you woke up later than usual. The old clock on the wall read 12. Mildred was still to your right but Gwen wasn't there. Mildred turns over and wraps her arm around you as always and stirs.

"Good morning my love." She whispers, kissing your ear. You moved away from her slightly, still a little shaken from last night and scared she was worried or annoyed. She looked confused and sad and moved closer to you, placing a hand on your arm.

"Baby? What's the matter?" You didn't answer. You stared at the wall, facing away from her, hoping she'd think you're still asleep. You hear her voice as she speaks. It's hoarse and filled with sadness. "...y/n, please talk to me." She cried. You turn over after a minute and look into her sorrowful eyes.

"I'm sorry Mildred." You sit up and pull her into a tight hug. She then takes your face in her hands and kisses you.

"Its alright baby. Don't be sorry. I have to tell you something." Mildred panted between kisses.

"Mhm?" You asked.

"We're- we're going to Mexico for- for a vacation." You pulled away with gleaming eyes.

"Really?! Mexico?! Oh my gosh, Mildred!" You beamed as you kissed her once again. She laid you down without breaking the kiss and pushed your hair behind your ears.

"We're going to stay at a beautiful villa by the ocean."

*****

1 week later:

Your night terrors and anxiety attacks had finally subsided with the help of Gwen and Mildred. (And a lot of sex) which was a relief to all of you. You all were now packing for your vacation and we're ready for an amazing trip.

"Darling you should pack that yellow dress of yours. It's gorgeous." Gwen said to Mildred and kissed her. You came back into the room after going to your walk-in closet and Gwen and Mildred smiled at you.

"What?" You laughed.

"Nothing you're just so beautiful," Mildred says as she wraps her arms around your neck and pulls you into a kiss. You kiss back, sliding your tongue into her mouth, catching her by surprise.

"Mm feeling brave sweetheart?" Mildred says cheekily. You pull away and smirk. You put your last dress into your brown leather suitcase and close it. You lightly pat your arms on top and look at the two women.

"All done?" Gwen asks.

"All done." You smile as she pulls you into a kiss.

"Oh, you're so beautiful, baby." Gwen practically moans into the kiss. You break away and pick up your suitcase but struggle a bit, making the two women giggle. It dropped onto the floor the second you lifted it from the bed, making you hunched over on the ground as it pulled you down with it.

"Darling let me help you with that," Gwen said smiling brightly. You look up at her and shake your head.

"No no I've got it." You smile embarrassed and try lifting it once again. It lifts a few inches and you told on tightly as you shuffle to bring it into the hallway. Gwen and Mildred shake their heads, almost laughing at your pathetic attempt to lift the heavy thing. Your butler enters and sees you struggling and quickly runs over.

"I've got it, Miss." He smiles, easily picking it up and bringing it downstairs. You stand there with your hands on your hips a little frustrated and huff. You walk back into the room and the two women are still having a bit of a laughing fit.

"What?" You ask, laughing with them. Mildred walks to you and caressed your cheek.

"You're so headstrong." Mildred laughs as you lightly wack her hand and shake your head. As you're walking back to the bed, Mildred snakes her arms around your waist and legs and lifts you up, bridal style, making you scream. She giggles as you put your arms around her neck and kiss her lips. You kiss for a few seconds until Gwen approaches and cups your cheek.

"Give mommy a turn sweetheart." Gwen said softly. She leaned over and you positioned your head up as you kissed her. "Are you ready to go?" She asked. You eagerly nodded and Mildred spun around towards the door with you still in her arms making you squeal again. Her and Gwen giggle as Mildred carried you into the hallway and you rest your head on her shoulder. Gwen wraps an arm around Mildred's shoulder and you walk downstairs.

There's already a car waiting for you outside and you look back at Mildred.

"Mildred I can walk myself!"

"I know I just love having you in my arms." She smiles and you blush as she carries you out to the car. She lifts you into the back seat and you shake your head smiling. Gwen and Mildred get in the front. Mildred slips on her sunglasses and looks back at you.

"Alright. Let's get going." She said subtlety smiling. She starts driving and you look back as the large house gets smaller and smaller with in the distance.

"Are you excited baby?" Mildred asks. You nod and smile at her then look out the window at the passing trees.

***

After a few hours on a train, and a short taxi ride, you finally arrived at the villa. You walked into your room and Mildred set down yours and her suitcase. It was very warm and Gwen put her arms around your stomach and rested her head on your shoulder.

"Isn't it lovely baby?" She beamed.

"It is."

"Shall we freshen up and go to the bar?" Mildred asked.

"I don't see why not."

You went to the bar together and ordered tropical drinks and laughed together. Suddenly a man calls Mildred's name. A waiter approaches you three with a telephone in his hand.

"Miss Ratched, you have a phone call."

Mildred's face sank into the most worrisome expression. She nervously got up and took the phone over to a nearby stone wall. Gwendolyn was attempting to make small talk with you but you focused on Mildred who had her back turned still on the phone.

"Darling?" Gwen asked sweetly, snapping you out of your thoughts.

"Hm?" You asked, now focusing your attention on her.

"I asked if you liked the cocktail."

"Oh! Yes It's delicious."

"Are you alright?"

"Yes yes I'm fine. I wonder who Mildred is talking to."

"Yes I wonder where she went too?" Gwen said. You look up and scan the outdoor bar, realizing Mildred was now, no where in sight.

"Excuse me." You say before jumping up and rushing away from the table.

"Darling?" You hear Gwen's voice call for you but you had to find Mildred. You quickly arrive at the villa and you hear voices. You put your ear against the door and hear multiple familiar voices. Mildred, what sounded like Charlotte Wells, back from Lucia? And none other than...

Edmund Tolleson.