My Soldier - Missing Home

Love Is An Open Door

A/N ~~ Sorry for the wait.. But here is some cute Harley & Rose time, and some talks about the future..? How will Harley deal with Lizzie's confession..?

~~ Hope everyone is doing okay! I feel like I haven't checked in with you all in ages.. Have we all recovered from HBO's teaser trailer yet? I don't think I ever will! 

  "YES, yes I will have an affair!!"

~~Friday Evening, L.A.~~

Lizzie POV

No matter how hard I try and hide my emotions from Harley, it never works. It's a little scary how well she knows me and can read me with just a small glance. I can't quite figure out exactly why I'm feeling like this, so many things have hit me today and my body can't seem to calm down from any of it. One minute, I was sitting on the beach talking to my best friend about my future with the most amazing person I have ever met.. Then the next I am being swarmed by paparazzi shouting different personal questions as they block the way to my car. All I want to do is hide away in Harley's arms, but having Scarlett and Rose here means I have to try and keep a brave face on for now. I haven't seen them like this in so long, I don't want my stress and anxieties to ruin our quality time. Thankfully, Rose is the best distraction and as soon as she woke up from her really short nap on the sofa, she wanted us all for a Movie night. So whilst Scarlett and Harley ran out to the store for some snacks, I helped Rose plan our Movie marathon. Obviously we ended up picking Disney as the theme and quickly decided on which movies we wanted to watch before we went to get some blankets and pillows to set up on the floor and sofa. Once it was all ready to go, Harley and Scarlett were back so we picked out what we wanted and brought it all into the main room, Rose quickly dragging Harley to join her on the floor so me and Scarlett got to share the sofa. Everyone was in comfy clothes and after the long day we've had, we were all ready to relax and enjoy some time infront of the TV together. We started off with watching Beauty and the Beast since I told Rose it is Harley's favourite, which earned me some major girlfriend points when Harley turned to me with a grin. Rose and Harley were quick to start singing the songs together, Harley having to sing the deeper voices for Rose, which made her laugh so loud. I could see Scarlett smiling as she recorded them both on the floor before we decided on opening a bottle of wine since Harley was on Rose duty for the rest of the night.

"Auntie Lizzie! Frozen is next!" Rose quickly cheers from the floor in excitement so I grab the remote and find it for us to watch. "Would you two like a top up?" Harley asks sweetly as she gets up from her place on the floor, gesturing to our wine glasses. "If your offering Captain." Scarlett jokes as she finishes off her wine before handing it over to Harley. "Baby? Top up?" She asks as she leans down next to where I am sitting on the sofa. "Yes please Soldier." I hand her my empty wine glass, holding her slightly intense eye contact as I do. Butterflies filling my belly as she smirks down at me. "I'll be right back." She whispers before leaning in to give me a quick kiss, something stirring in me as she pulls away and walks to the kitchen, my eyes following her every move. My gaze is broken by Scarlett clearing her throat beside me, so I snap my head back to see her smirking back at me. "What?" I quickly ask, trying to shake off the feelings building in me. "It's nice, seeing you like this.." Scarlett begins in a hushed tone of voice as Rose is busy stuffing her face with popcorn whilst waiting for Harley to get back. "Like what?" I ask, not sure where Scarlett is going with her comment. "So in love with someone you can be yourself around. Your back to yourself again, unapologetically." She explains and I can't help the huge smile that grows with each of her words. She's right. I can be myself with Harley. I've never tried to be someone I'm not around her. "I feel like I can finally breathe.." I whisper and Scarlett reaches over for my hand, giving it a comforting squeeze with a huge smile to match my own before we hear Harley coming back from the kitchen. I look back to my Soldier and see an easy smile on her face as she brings our wine glasses back in each hand. "Thank you Angel." I quickly thank her as I take my glass from her hand before she hands Scarlett her glass. "I could get used to this Captain." She jokes, making us both laugh as Harley shakes her head. "I'm having words with Colin.." She jokes back, making Scarlett laugh as she nods her head jokingly. "Please do, he's slacking." We all share a laugh before Harley goes back to the kitchen, bringing back some drinks for her and Rose. Obviously they both decide on some juice boxes. Who knew My Soldier was such a big kid at heart..

We all settle in to watch Frozen, and I can see Rose already wiggling with excitement since this is one of her favourites. I find myself watching Rose and Harley more than the movie as they sing and laugh at the TV together. Then just when I thought they couldn't get any more adorable, as soon as the next song begins to play out, Rose turns to Harley and looks up at where she is sitting. "Can I just, say something, crazy?" She sings in time with the movie and without hesitation, Harley turns back to her with just as much excitement in her eyes and plays along. "I LOVE crazy!" She sings back and I look over to Scarlett, who is already shaking her head and laughing at their antics. Rose jumps to her feet and carries on singing the song word for word, matching Anna's movements almost perfectly. My eyes are glued to her before they snap over to Harley who is now on her knees singing Prince Hans' part with actions to go with it as she shuffles slightly closer to where Rose is. They sing the harmony parts so well and without missing a beat before Rose smiles cheekily and takes off to dance around the sofa, and my heart practically leaps out of my chest as Harley jumps to her feet and follows her and dance with her like they have done this a thousand times before. Rose can't help but break character a little as she giggles when Harley lifts her into the air and spins her around, copying exacting what they do on the movie as I'm leaning on the back of the sofa with Scarlett as we follow them around the living room with our eyes glued to them both. They rush off and hide behind the kitchen door, staying in character as they copy the movie, before Harley quickly grabs her hand and pulls her gently towards where we moved the coffee table too across the room so they can sit on it like the characters are sitting on the roof top. Our wine glasses are quickly forgotten about as Scarlett is subtly recording the two of them as we both follow them around the room as their singing voices fill our ears. My face is hurting with how much I am smiling and laughing at them, but they are so in character, they barely know we are still in the room watching them.

"I mean it's crazy.. WHAT? We finish each other's.. SANDWICHES! That's what I was going to say!" They sing the lyrics on point, even getting the little bit of dancing perfect as they sit and link their little fingers together before breaking out into doing the robot in sync. I hear Scarlett laughing so loudly as they pull faces as they dance together, her phone still in her hand recording the whole thing thankfully since I never want to forget this. But then our laughter dies down as Harley quickly takes Rose's hand and pulls her up into her arms and dances with her around the living room, holding her in one arm as her other arm holds out Rose's hand as if they are ballroom dancing together. Rose has the biggest smile on her face as they keep singing and dancing together before Harley puts her back down on her feet right infront of us, getting towards the end of the song. Harley quickly twirls Rose around with one hand above her head, making Rose giggle as she sings. "With you, with you, with you, with you ! Love it an Open door.." They sing together before making the cute heart shape with their hands, looking through to where we are sitting so I catch a quick photo of them just before Harley steps back a little behind Rose and tugs her hand around so she is facing her. My heart can't take much more, these two are so fucking cute! "Can I say something, crazy?" Harley says in character before dropping down on one knee infront of Rose, holding on of her hands still in between hers. Rose plays along so easily, gasping dramatically with one hand over her mouth before she beams down at Harley looking up at her and plays her part. "Can I say something even crazier?" She says, trying not to giggle as I make sure to take more pictures as I watch them both intently. "YES!" She squeals and Harley jumps up and lifts Rose with her, spinning her around as her laughter fills the room. I turn to Scarlett, who has glossy eyes as she watches them both laughing. I know this will be making her emotional, seeing Rose this happy and comfortable with someone new. All she ever wants is Rose to be happy, no matter what. Harley finally puts Rose back on her feet infront of Scarlett, who quickly blinks away her happy tears before she looks between them and turns so serious. "You can't marry someone you just met Rose!" She says dramatically and we all burst out laughing.

"But Mommy!" Rose whines adorably between her laughter and they end up bickering adorably as Harley comes to kneel infront of me with a cheeky grin on her face as she takes my hand and laces our fingers together. "You are adorable Soldier." I whisper as I tug her close and ghost her lips. "But I don't share." I whisper against her lips and she quickly laughs and shakes her head before leaning up and kissing me quickly. "Me neither." She whispers back before leaning up and kissing my forehead. She is deffinently trying to kill me off today, I don't think my heart will ever recover. She gives me a quick wink before she moves over and joins Rose in her dramatic arguement with Scarlett as they get back into character and try and convince Scarlett to let them get married. Scarlett plays along, putting her amazing acting skills to work but I end up zoning out as I watch them all. My eyes moving to focus on Harley, and my mind falls into a trance. The conversation I had with Scarlett on the beach playing back in my head. Could kids be in our future? I let my thoughts run away from me as I start to imagine Harley doing this with a child of our own. A little girl with bright green eyes and long blonde hair. Or maybe a little boy with short brown hair and deep golden eyes.. I can feel my heart racing as I let the images fill my thoughts, as if it is playing out infront of me. The four of us living in a big house we can call our own. A huge garden they can all run around in.. I get snapped out of my thoughts by the movie starting up again as Rose and Harley settle back on the floor with some popcorn. Scarlett looks over and gives me a small confused look, mouthing to make sure I am okay. "Just spaced out.." I whisper before turning my attention back to the movie. We all relax even more as it plays, the occasional singing in between until the room is calm and quiet. My thoughts wandering here and there until we hear Rose's sleepy voice out of no where address the room. "Can we go to Disneyland tomorrow Mommy?" She asks sweetly and before anyone can say anything, we catch Harley turn around with the biggest smile on her face. "Yes! We deffinently should! I've never been before." She cheers and instantly my heart melts. I never thought I'd fall any deeper for her but tonight has made that possible. "Disneyland it is." Scarlett agrees before we all agree and then turn back to watch the last of the movie together.

"Someone tired herself out.." Harley mumbles as she looks back over to where Scarlett is sitting, gesturing to a passed out Rose lying beside her on the floor. "Thank god, I'm so tired." Scarlett replies making me laugh as she looks over and makes sure she is out just as the Movie comes to an end. "Want me to carry her through for you Scarlett?" Harley offers but she waves her off with a smile. "I've got it. I'll take myself to bed when I get there too." She jokes before slowly getting up from the sofa. "Thank you for today you two. Make sure you both get some sleep because someone will be up early and ready for a hyper day tomorrow." Scarlett warns playfully as she carefully gets Rose into her arms. "Don't worry, we will. If you need anything, you know where we are." I tell her and she nods her head softly in reply before we all say goodnight and she takes Rose off to the guest room. "Shall we get all this cleared up then head to bed?" I ask as I turn back to face Harley, who is already holding some empty bowls in her hands. "Sounds good baby." She agrees easily so we quietly clear away the main room before we move to the kitchen. Harley starts putting things away as I wash up the few bowls and the two wine glasses. My mind begins to wander again, wondering if I should do what Scarlett suggested earlier and talk to Harley about everything that is going on in my head. But the fear of scaring her off is almost overwhelming. I mean, we have only know each other for 8 Months.. Would she get scared off with how I feel about us and our future? I let myself spiral before I am quickly pulled from my thoughts when I feel those familiar safe arms wrap around me from behind, her hands laying gently across my stomach. I tense up a little but soon relax back into her as I feel Harley leaving soft kisses across my shoulders as I wash the last plate and bowl. When I get done, I dry my hands and then let my body lean back completely into Harley's body, wanting to just relish in her touch before I hear her gentle voice near my ear, sending a wave of shivers up my spine instantly.

"Talk to me baby.." She whispers, and I feel my body tense up at her words. "I'm okay.." I whisper in reply, not convincing anyone with how I sound. I know Harley knows there is something going on, but I'm terrified of opening up to her about all this. "Lizzie.. Please, it's just me." She tries again but I can feel my head spiralling again slowly with how scared I am. "It's nothing Harley, seriously, it's just.." I begin to try and make up more excuses but before I can, I feel Harley lift her hands from my stomach and move to my arms, gently gripping them so she can turn my body around so I am facing her. Instantly I look up and meet her mesmerizing eyes, my heart racing with once glance. But I don't let myself get lost in them and I drop my head down to look at the floor, wanting to hide away from everything. I lean my head forward onto her chest, hoping she just holds me, but instead I feel her lean back slightly so she can lift my head up as she places her finger and thumb on my chin carefully. I follow her guidence, looking up at her again, seeing the worry behind her eyes as soon as I do. "Elizabeth Chase Olsen, when are you going to realise that no matter what is going on in that pretty little head of yours, I want to know all about it." She says into the small space left between us, and I feel my heart exploding at her words. I've never had someone who treats my insecurities and anxieties the way Harley does. "Did you just full name me?" I try and joke with her, hiding from what I actually want to say. "It got you listening to me.." She teases back, but I can see the genuine concern still sitting behind her eyes and I know she will not let this lie tonight. "Let's get ready for bed then we can talk okay?" I suggest and she slowly nods her head in agreement. "Alright, come on." She takes my hand and leads us both to the bedroom so we can change and get ready for bed. We both climb into bed together, and I can feel my nerves building as we stay sitting up slightly so we can talk properly. Okay, here goes..

"Promise me your not going anywhere Harley.. No matter what. Promise me your not going to get scared off by anything." I start, and instantly I see the worry in her eyes grow at my words. "I promise you baby. I'm here. And I'm not going anywhere." She tells me without any hesitation, her hand reaching for mine easily. I quickly pull her hand over to rest on my lap, wanting something to hold onto as I open up. I take a second to breathe again, hoping my words come out how I want them too. "Can you remember when we were at the beach in Newcastle, and that little boy fell over and hurt himself?" I begin and I see Harley's eyes light up at the memory. "I do yeah, little Jasper right?" She checks and I smile at how well she remembers that day. "I think so, yeah. Can you remember what we talked about after you came back from carrying him to his parents?" I can feel my heart pounding as I try and keep my emotions in check as much as I can. "I do. We talked about kids, and if either of us want to have any." She recalls and my smile grows at how she remembers our time together. "Do you still feel the same way about it all?" I stumble a little over my words, but manage in the end. I see Harley's eyes widen slightly in surprise but she quickly smiles and nods her head in reply. "Of course I do.. If anything, I feel even more sure about it now." She replies and I feel my own eyes widen at her words. "What do you mean?" I ask, wanting to know what is going on in her head. "I see my future with you Lizzie. A house, Marriage, kids.. I want it all with you." She tells me so easily and I can't help but break out into a huge smile. "Really?" I question and she chuckles at my obvious surprise. "Really." She nods confidently and slowly I can feel my fears disappearing. "What about your job?" I let slip, knowing that is something I worry about everyday, and even more so when I think about our possible future. "I know.. Would you want me to step away from active duty?" She asks and I am completely taken back by her question. Would she seriously give it all up for me and our future together?

"I'd never ask you to do that Harley. But I would be worried about starting a family when you could be called away at any time." I let my thoughts spill from my mouth, feeling so safe and secure with Harley it's hard not too. "That's fair.." She replies in a soft tone, her mind beginning to wander from her the more we talk about all of this. "I just, I'm not getting any younger, and I'm scared that I might lose the chance to carry without any risks.." I ramble a little, not even thinking about my words anymore and surprising myself at how open I am being right now. "Lizzie, baby.. Breathe. We have time. So much time.." She catches my slightly breathless state as my mind is spiralling with fears again and I feel her hand squeeze mine to try and ground me again. "I know, I'm sorry Harley, I know it's far too soon to be thinking about all this and.." I begin to ramble again and Harley quickly shifts in the bed slightly, sitting closer infront of me so she can cup my face in her hands to keep me from looking away from her. Knowing as soon as I look at her, it helps comfort me. "Baby. Relax.. It's never too soon if it feels right. And this, what we have, feels more than right. But I still don't want to rush anything." She explains calmly and slowly, letting me take in her words. And she is right. I know she is, but my fears are always there, no matter what. "I agree.." I whisper and she nods her head softly with a small smile seeing my body start to relax again. "Just know that I am here, I'm not going anywhere. Your my future. And we are going to build one together. But right now, we can carry on enjoying being together just us, building our life one day at a time." She gushes and I can't help the smile that creeps onto my face. She always knows the right things to say. Fuck I'm so lucky. "I love you so much Harley Lane." I say without thinking, making her smile only grow. "I love you too Elizabeth Chase Olsen."

I fall into her lips, wanting to feel as close as I can to her. She catches my body in her hands and returns the loving kiss before we pull away and settle back into the bed together. Instantly I can feel my body relax completely and all the tiredness of the day hits me at once. I lay my head on Harley's out-stretched arm and rest my hand over her stomach. Harley then turns to face me, her free hand finding my waist to pull me slightly closer to her. I quickly find her deep golden eyes and fall right into them. "I can't wait to build a life with you Harley.." I whisper and I see her lips pull into a small smile as her eyes deepen in colour. "Your my whole World baby.. No matter what happens, I never want to leave your side." She whispers in return and my heart jumps from my chest at her honest words. I never thought I would look into someone's eyes and see my entire future, until I looked into Harley's eyes and that's all I can see and so much more. "I want everything with you.." I whisper as I feel my eyes getting heavy, but I never want this moment to end. "And more baby." Harley whispers before leaving a kiss against my forehead. I lean into her touch, letting her lips linger against my skin before she wraps her arm around my body and pulls me into her as she rolls onto her back. I quickly lay my head on her chest, wanting to fall asleep to the sound of her heartbeat as she traces patterns up and down my back with her finger tips. I snake my hand up under her t-shirt and rest my hand on her stomach, wanting to feel her warmth to lull me to sleep. "I love you so much Soldier.." I mumble sleepily, making Harley laugh lightly as she drops her head down and kisses my head again. "I love you too My Girl. Sweet dreams.." She whispers and my heart races at her words, reminding me that I am hers in everyway possible. "Goodnight My Soldier." I whisper back, nuzzling my body impossibly closer before I am suddenly falling into a deep, comforting sleep. My dreams filled with one thing.. Our future.