The Makeup Artist (Norman Reedus)

Sorting Things Out

Louise was in a rush in the morning, what with phoning the school and getting Liam home and then washing and heading out to work, She didnt have time to text Norman back she figured she would see him on set.

There was no where to park on set so Louise made herself later trying to find a space. When she arrived in the trailer Mia and Joshua were already down on set applying makeup. Louise threw her bag into the trailer and headed down to where they were.

Applying make up to Laurie Holden and Sarah, Sarah asks "you okay? You seem frazzled?" She seemed genuinely concerned "oh just men!"  She accentuated on the 'men' part. Sarah rolled her eyes in agreement "they are good for nothing honey" she tapped Louise on the shoulder and walked back to shooting.

Louise caught a glimpse of Norman having a cigarette outside his trailer, finishing off on the makeup she offered to get Mia and Joshua a drink as an excuse to leave.

"Hey" Louise says softly giving Norman's hand a squeeze, he immediately put his cigarette out and pulled her into a bear hug "you okay? " he asks concerned. Louise leaves the hug and sorts out her top that got pulled up in the hug. "Yea yea its okay, just feel like i havent sat down today" she replies brushing herself down"

Norman looked around at everyone else going about their business "come over tonight, i have the next two days off, i'll look after you" he offered placing a hand around her waist. Louise took him up on that offer she could do with a break.

Getting back to work, Louise had to keep stopping and apologising to Andrew, Steven and Greg Nicotero (was becoming a walker for that scene) for answering her phone but explained it was James and they were in the process of sorting out solid childcare, they believed her lie and sympathised and Greg said to her her work is too great for the team to lose her and that he and Frank Darabont would do all they can to keep her and they will help her with costs should she need it. This made Louise feel better but it wasnt a big lie she told them she thought, she had a feeling she would be taking them up on their offer of help but she didnt want to tell them that it was James sending abusive messages about her rejecting him.

The rest of the day ran smooth, finishing set around 1am, she text Norman to see if it was still okay for her to come over , she was pleased he text back straight away and still wanted her to come.

Arriving at his place, she slopped herself down on his sofa "i am beat" she sighed. Norman stood in the doorway of he bedroom and living room "so how was Liam? Was he weird about missing school?" He asked. "Pah, i dont think he minded but im in two minds on what to do, i might get James to rent a place up here so i can have Liam more." She started with a laugh, "i dont think James likes being the full time parent" she added. Letting her hair fall down loose as she took her hair out of its ponytail she motioned Norman to come and sit with her and she cuddled into him. "But i didnt come here to speak about James" she said placing a kiss on Norman's lips. 

Pulling Norman on top of her they continued to explore eachothers mouths more and more as Norman pushed the cushions of his sofa from underneath them, wrapping her arms around his strong body he whispered that they should go through to the bedroom. Louise help Norman back from getting up and gave him the impression she wanted it there and not the bedroom. Kissing her body softly and undressing her doing so, she let out a soft moan as he entered her.

Waking up naturally, Norman pulled Louise closer to him, she doesnt remember actually getting into bed but at some point they must of. Laying in eachothers arms was so calming, it was nice. Breaking the silence Norman asks "have you told anyone about us?" Louise turning to look at him "no, not yet why?" She asked. It had been a good few weeks of hanging out, and they have been acting like a couple as such behind closed doors but was it too soon to put a label on it? "Just wondering, i mean, when do you want too?" He asked again, "pardon me, but i havent even been on a date with you yet Mr!" Louise teased, nudging Norman playfully in the chest. Norman gazing at Louise and playing with a lost strand of her hair "how about i take you on one...tonight?" He asks, he looks nervous asking her this which Louise finds endearing. "You name the time and place?" Louise replies, rolling out from the covers she threw on one of Norman's shirt and headed for the living room.

Norman came out after in just his sweat pants, "what shall we do today?" He asks through a yawn. "I should probably get back, sort something out for Liam. Ill meet you later--" Norman interrupted her, "why dont you do that here? We can look at your options and chill out for the day?" He held her arm to get her to change her mind as she looked ready to go. "You dont have to be so 'private' all the time, you can just be yourself here" he mentioned. Louise sniggered "alright fine! I was just going to go home and shower, i sort of played the 'Liam' card a bit there" she told him smiling. Norman pretended to look shocked and pretended to 'shame' Louise for using Liam. "Shower here dummy" he said after, Louise shook her head, she had no clothes for tonight here after all. "call me later" she told him giving him a smooch before leaving.

Norman could feel himself falling for Louise, fast, but both of them having children from separate relationships was hard, especially as James looked like he would be being difficult. He wondered how Louise felt.

Running indoor Louise jumped in the shower and washed, choosing what to wear, and then getting frustrated when she couldnt find anything when she clearly had plenty of viable options. Setting on wet look leggings, tight ripped black t shirt and patent red heels. She painted her nails red too.

Mia came home with Joshua and some groceries, "ooooh chicka where you going girl?" Joshua asked eyeing her up and down, "okay...if i tell you, you cant say a word!! I mean it...including James, Mia!" Louise insisted, they  both nodded and leaned in closer to Louise over the counter. "Im out with Norman...Norman Reedus" she smiled awaiting their reaction. "I knew it!!" Mia squealed. "I knew it was an actor from the show, what did i tell you!!" She added tapping Joshua on the arm in excitement. "Dont tell anyone!" Louise reminded them in seriousness.

Joshua and Mia both did the 'button it' motion.

"Dont wait up" Louise said with a wink as she left the pair indoors, and made her way to Norman's