The Sweetest Drug (On Hold..... maybe)

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The bungalow Shannon rented was absolutely breathtaking It was modest in size but roomie and bright. The west wall has an impressive set of patio doors flanked on either side with floor to ceiling windows which lead to a wide deck who's stairs lead right on to the sand. After they settle in both couples go for a walk along the beach, Shannon shows Jared and Nina where he'll be doing the photo shoot. Jared is in awe of Shannon, it's amazing to see him in his element he was so proud of him and couldn't wait for the photoshoot with Nina. They walk down the beach for a little longer and watch the sun set into the western horizon before heading back to the bungalow for Dinner. The night is warm so they eat out on the deck enjoying the warm breeze and the sound of the tide slowing moving into shore. J:"This place is amazing Shannon how'd you find it?" S:"You know that guy that's been helping me in the last few photoshoots" J:"Yeah, what's his name again.......uhhh Travis right?" S:"Yeah that's the one, he actually owns this house, I told him I was gifting you the photoshoot and he actually offered it" J:"That was awfully generous of him, he seems really nice" S:"He is actually, smart too knows his equipment like nobody's business, actually I'm thinking of hiring him as my personal assistant." J:"That's great! have you told Miranda?" Nina comes out onto the patio holding a colorful salad with lots of yummy vegetables N:"Told Miranda what?" J:"Shannon is thinking of hiring our host as his personal assistant" she looks at Shannon quizzically "What could he possibly know about photography" S:"He's actually been helping me with my last 5 photoshoots" N:"Wait, Travis owns this bungalow?" J:"I get it you know him then?" N:"Darling the things he can do with lights and props are absolutely phenomenal" Julia brings out a casserole that smells like heaven N:"Do you need any help doll?" Julia:"Not from you missy, you've done enough" N:"Julia.... I'm pregnant not crippled" Julia:"I know and I don't care, I won't have you over excerpt yourself and bring my niece or nephew into this world any sooner than need be" she looks to Jared for help but he just raises his hands and shakes his head Jared:"You heard the lady darling she's just thinking of our baby" She looks to Shannon but gets the same reaction she got from Jared she gives up and plops herself down on the chair next to Jared's sending a tinge of pain to her lower belly "Ough" Jared can't help but chuckle she looks so cute when she sulks "You ok Darling?" N:"I'm fine baby I just hate feeling useless" J:"You're close to your due date darling you need to take it easy"

Truth be told she was feeling tired and uncomfortable but she wouldn't let it get to her. She's so used to being active but the weight of the pregnancy was making her feel run down and sluggish. She knew Jared was right but inactivity was just not in her nature so she tried to stay as active as possible. The following afternoon Shannon starts his photo shoot at the house, he covers the patio doors in sheer fabric and photographs Nina against the backdrop then Jared joins her wrapping his arms around her waist resting his hand on her swollen belly. In the second set of pictures Nina is relaxing on a chaise half sitting and half laying down, Jared sits on the floor partially facing her at first, with his hand on her belly. The baby moves unexpectedly making them both light up and smile big, Shannon eats it up and continues taking pictures. Jared takes a pair of booties and sits them on Nina's belly, they both giggle when they move S:"That's good Jared I like that" For the next shot he puts his hands on either side of her belly and kisses it gently. They head out to the beach for the second part of the shoot, Shannon walks ahead and turns to face them as they approach the photo shoot site and takes a few candid shots of Jared and Nina walking hand in hand. Once on set Jared lowers Nina down carefully onto a soft blanket with lots of plump pillows, She's wearing a flowing dress and a floppy hat. For the first few pics she's looking into the distance, a little boy runs past them and Nina smiles sweetly as she imagines Jared with their son. Shannon captures the moment before the parents take notice and the little boy runs out of the frame. For the next shots Jared joins Nina on the blanket they face each other and contemplate their unborn baby S:"That's good guys, Jared for the next shot I want you laying down with your head on Nina's belly....... Perfect, hold it..... got it! For the next shot I want you guys laying down, Jared prop yourself up on one arms and rub her belly...... Perfect!!!!...."

They were amazing to watch, the camera loved them it was like their first photoshoot but different, sweeter more tender but their connection, their chemistry was still there. They would steel kisses between fits of giggles, when they baby kicked and moved. It warmed Shannon's heart to see Jared so happy, no one had ever captured his heart the way she did. Brought out a side of him Shannon rarely saw and he loved it, Jared is his life and if he's happy so is he. He so taken by Jared and Nina that he hasn't noticed he's stopped taking pictures Julia wraps her arms around him form behind and kisses his shoulders "Photo shoot over Darling?" S:"Hmm..... Maybe ..... for now" Julia sighs deeply "They look so happy" S:"They are ...... I've never seen Jay this happy" J:"Then that's a good thing" S:"It is Darling, it is" She can't help but think to herself I want that with you. Julia gives his shoulders a light squeeze and kisses him once more "Why don't you take a break and let them enjoy this" he takes in the scene once more then turns his attention to Julia"Your right my love, maybe go for a swim with the woman I love" She blushes and takes his lips "I love you too baby...... Mmm I'll go change" Shannon looks at her quizzically she begins to walk back to the bungalow and he pulls her back and up into his arms Julia:"Shannnon! what are you doing?" S:"Going for a swim" J:"SHANNON!!!!! Put me down" He makes his way to the shore with Julia in his arms, Julia:"Oh my God Shannon No!" Jared and Nina look up from their sweet nirvana, Jared looks at his brother quizzically but with a huge smile on his face "What is he doing, isn't he supposed to be taking our picture?" Nina can't help but giggle "Maybe he decided to take a break and have a little fun" He looks at the camera then back at Nina "Wait here I have an idea" she knew that look all to well, he takes her lips one last time then picks up the camera and heads to the shore where Shannon is still holding a frantic Julia in his arms. Jared focuses in on the two of them and starts snapping away, Shannon finally puts Julia down .......in the water "Shannon you're terrible" She splashes water at him and he returns the favor while Jared catches it all on film. He feels Nina's arms enfold him from behind her soft lips on his shoulder and a small kick to his lower ribs "Hey buddy what was that for" N:"It's his way of letting his daddy know he's still here" Jared turns to face her and places his hand on her belly "He's been so active today" N:"Yes he has" she looks at him with curiosity J:"What is it Darling" N:"Would you be terribly disappointed if I was carrying our Daughter instead of our Son" He pulls her into his arms And holds her close "My Darling Nina I love you and our baby so much, girl or boy. All I care about is that he or she comes into this world healthy" tears welt up in her eyes as she looks up into his baby blues "I love you so much Jared Leto"