Forever My Marine Pt2

Chapter #96

Chapter #96

November 22nd 2022

Louri’s POV

“Hey Devon, why don’t you go get your tool box so you can help Mama hang her picture?” I hear Melanie say. “My tool box is in the workshop, I need Mama’s permission before going in there.” Devon says. “You have my permission little Marine.” I tell him, he hops off Scarlett’s lap and puts on his boots since he knows he can’t go in the workshop with open toed shoes. “Scarlett, where should I hang this?” I ask. “You know, there is room right by our wedding picture above the fireplace.” She says. “But I thought you wanted to get a professionally made family photo and put it there?” I say. “That man right there, Thomas Johnathan Henderson is the reason we have the option of getting a family photo done. So yes baby, they’re family too.” She says, making me tear up. “Mama I got my tools.” Devon says holding up his toolbox. “Good job Little Marine, hold on to it tight and get on my shoulders.” I tell him and bend down so he can get on my shoulders. 

Scarlett’s POV

I watch as Louri carries Devon on her shoulders to the fireplace. She has him set his little tool box on the mantel so he can pull out his little hammer to help her hang the picture. It's actually quite cute to watch. “Is it level Mama?” Devon asks. “Yes it is, good job Devon.” She says. “Look Uncle Greggy you are up with Mommy and Mama’s picture from their um erm.” “Wedding day Angel, your Mama and I’s wedding day.” I tell him. “Yeah Mommy and Mama’s wedding day.” Devon says proudly. “It looks good. You know I am so proud of you and what a great kid you are turning out to be.” Greg says, wiping away his tears. “Come here.” He takes Devon off Louri’s shoulders and holds him tight. “I love you so much and I know for a fact that your Uncle Tommy and your Uncle Devon are just as proud as I am.” Greg says getting emotional which makes the rest of the adults emotional. “I love you too, Uncle Greggy.” Devon says, hugging Greg back. “Why is everyone all teary eyed?” Hunter asks, coming in from the kitchen with a fresh cup of coffee. “The 4077th got Louri and I some meaningful presents. One was from Tom that he had Greg hold on to till Louri’s twentieth anniversary in the Marines.” I say pointing to the picture that’s now hanging on the wall. “That’s really thoughtful.” Hunter says. “Why were you in the kitchen so long?” I ask. “I had to figure out how to use your espresso machine.” He shrugs, taking a seat in one of the arm chairs. “Mama, can we cuddle?” Louisa asks, walking over to Louri. “Of course come here sweetie.” She picks Louisa up and sets her in her lap. Greg and his family leave about an hour later and we just have a relaxed day together as a family which was quite nice to just spend time with each other. 

Louri’s POV

I finish getting Thomas to bed before heading to Scarlett and I’s room. “You look good in that jacket Baby.” I say. “Just good?” She raises an eyebrow. “You look hot with my insignia on you.” I say pointing to the symbols on her shoulders. “You know what would look even better?” I ask. “What?” I lean in closer and whisper in her ear “You with nothing but the jacket on.” I place a kiss on her cheek and walk towards the closet to get ready for bed. When I come back into the bedroom Scarlett is laid on her side in nothing but the jacket. “You mean like this Lt. Colonel?” She asks with an innocent smile. 

A/N: Shorter one because the next one will be mostly smut and I didn’t want to ruin the fluffy part of this chapter. Anygays see you in the next one.