Can you keep up?

Chapter 29

Charlie's POV

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"I can't wait to meet her!" My mom squealed excitedly as she took the chicken out of the oven.

"Mom, please don't make this into a big deal! She's just a girl hanging out, having dinner with us." I tried to tone it down a bit.

My mom scoffed, "just a girl, my ass! You've never brought a lover home before, this is a big deal!" Taylor and Maddy sniggered together as they each took turns to sneak some food off of the plate when mom had her back turned.

"Ugh lover? Seriously? Can you at least try not to embarrass me? Please?" I begged, looking at her pleadingly.

She laughed and shook her head, "no promises, darling."

Well... this is gonna be a fun evening!

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I was setting the table when the doorbell rang. Everyone was chilling in the kitchen waiting for my girlfriend's arrival. "I'LL GET IT!" I dashed past the kitchen before anyone else had a chance to do it first. Opening the door I came face to face with a nervous looking Lauren. She was chewing on her bottom lip and looked freaking gorgeous. She had spent time curling her hair perfectly, and had on a floral skirt and white vest top. She looked fireeeee.

"Babe, you really need to work on your subtlety when you check me out," she chuckled and pulled me in for a tight hug. She was tense, I could feel it in her embrace. I laughed softly in her ear and kissed her cheek.

"Sorry, you just look seriously stunning," I shrugged and stepped aside to let her in. I took her bag and hung it for her.

I turned to look at her before leading her into the kitchen, "you'll be fine I promise. They are going to love you." She nodded nervously and followed me.

"Everyone, this is Lauren," I introduced her when they all turned to acknowledge our presence.

My mom beamed and moved forward quickly to give her a hug. Lauren relaxed and returned the gesture grateful for the lack of awkwardness. "It's so wonderful to meet you Lauren! Call me Sandy!" She pulled away to look at my girlfriend better. "Wow you are gorgeous! How the heck did you get this one, Charlie?"

"Hey!" I frowned, crossing my arms in outrage. They all laughed and Lauren smirked at me.

"Thank you, it's so nice to meet you too."

"Lauren, lovely to have you here, I'm Rob." Dad shook her hand and smiled genuinely at her. I beamed as I watched the interaction.

She hugged all of my sisters and chatted aimlessly with mom while I helped with the food.

"Well dinner should be ready in about a half hour so why don't you girls go and hang out and I'll call you when it's done." I nodded and grabbed a hold of Lauren's hand, pulling her up the stairs.

"Ugh they're so great, Char!" She said sweetly when we'd made ourselves comfortable on my bed.

"Yeah? Well I think you're pretty great," I winked.

"How great?" She smirked and crawled forward on her hands and knees.

"Pretty damn great," I bit my lip and watched her seductive movements. She straddled my lap and stared deep into my eyes.

"I'm so turned on right now," she whispered.

My jaw dropped in shock at her words and I ran my hands up her sides, squeezing gently. 

"Uhh- umm- I-" I stammered, not knowing what to say. She laughed at my inability to form words and brought her face closer so we were only a couple of inches apart.