Issues

Moose

Emily's POV

It was getting to be nightfall, so Alison decided to go home. When she got home, she texted me, "You... me... tomorrow morning bright and early. And I mean early. My place at 6:30 am. Come dressed in the outfit that most reflects you and makes you feel the prettiest... while being comfy.. I have a day planned out for us. Oh and btw, I'll make you breakfast! :)"

Hmmm I wonder what this could be about. I'm intrigued though and it will be more time with Ali, so I'll bite. "I'll be there! Can't wait! ;)" I reply feeling excited. What should I wear? What makes me feel the most like me?

It's 5:30 am and I'm up getting ready. I decided on my favorite pair of dark wash jeans, the softest white shirt I own, my favorite black, leather jacket, and some comfortable, black, ankle boots. I paired it with simple gold earrings and bracelets. As for hair and makeup, I did loose curls and very natural makeup. I guess I'll bring my aviator sunglasses too.

It's now 6:25 and I'm walking up the stairs to Alison's apartment. As I ascend the stairs, I think to myself that today will be the first day I see the inside of her apartment. Everytime we hangout we always meet somewhere or she comes over to my place. I'm excited to see what her place looks like. I don't even know what to expect. I knock on the door and within seconds, she greets me at the door with a big smile on her face. She's wearing ripped boyfriend jeans with a white tee-shirt and a pale blue and pink flannel shirt. Her hair is in a braided half up- half down hairstyle and her makeup is very natural. I don't know what it is about the look, but she's looking really hot right now.

"I love it. This really is so you" she says checking me out from head to toe.

Stepping forward slowly, I tug on the loops of her jeans, pull her in at the waist, and whisper, "How is it that you've already managed to turn me on before 7am? I don't know what it is, but you look so damn good right now".

"It's a gift I suppose" she replies giving me her signature smirk and wink before she wraps her arms around my neck and starts kissing me. Before you know it, we're full on making out in the hallway and it's getting hotter and hotter by the second. Needing air, I pull away and ask "You love that you do this to me don't you?".

"Baby you know I do" she replies seductively. "Come on inside before Moose gets out" she continues nonchalantly.

Stepping inside I ask, "Moose? Is that your dog or something?"

Laughing she replies, "Not exactly. Moose, come here baby".

And with that, I hear a little grunt and little sniffing noises coming from the other room. I can't quite discern the exact source of the noise until I see him come through the door. I couldn't believe my eyes. This super tiny, pink pig comes running out of the dark doorway and over to Alison where she promptly picks him up.

"Oh my God! You have a micropig named Moose?! That has to be the greatest thing I've ever heard in my entire life" I say laughing.

Laughing now, Ali replies, "Yea... what he lacks in size, he makes up for in attitude. Want to hold him? He loves to snuggle".

"Absolutely" I say excitedly as I take him and snuggle him under my neck.

"How'd you come up with his name?" I ask as I give him kisses.

"Oh my goodness he really likes you" Ali says with a big smile. "Actually, I got him recently and told one of the critically ill pediatric patients that I am close with about him. He said I should name him Moose. So that's how he got his name. It's funny and totally fits his personality".

"Awww how sweet!? Wait... so who has taken care of him while you're gone or at my place?" I ask worriedly.

"Mrs. Gardner across the hall. She has a key and will help me out with him when I need it. She absolutely loves him as he adores her" she replies as she heads to the kitchen and plates breakfast for us.

"Mmmmm. Quiche, I absolutely love quiche" I say taking a big bite as we sit down at the dinner table.

Looking around, I continue, "You know, I really like your place too. It has a homey beach house vibe. It suits you".

"Thanks. It's exactly what I was going for. As you know, the beach makes me really happy" she says smiling at me, causing me to reflect on our time together watching the sunset.

"So, I'm sure you're wondering what I have planned for today" Alison says as she walks into the other room.

Replying a little louder so she can hear me, I say, "I am. I'm quite curious actually".

Entering the doorway again, carrying her professional camera and bag, she replies, "Would The Emily Fields like to do a photoshoot around the city today? I have some spots that I think would be great".

"You want to take pictures of me" I ask pointing to myself.

"Um absolutely! It's not everyday that someone who enjoys photography can capture a world class model as their subject" she says with a smile. Walking closer to me, she bends down close to my face and says, "Plus, my subject is kind of really hot and I want to show her just how beautiful she really is without a ton of fancy makeup, clothes, or extravagant settings".

"Well how can a girl refuse that kind of proposition?" I say happily before she gives me a quick peck on the lips and starts to walk towards the kitchen.

Getting up from my seat, I grab her arm and turn her around to face me. "You're not getting away with just a peck" I say seductively before I pull her in for a real kiss.

Finally pulling away Alison replies, "While I do love kissing you...we have places to be!"

"Where to?" I ask as we head for the stairs.

"The roof" Ali replies simply.

I look at her kind of confused yet intrigued and she continues, "You can see the sun rise from the roof. It's a great view and the lighting will be perfect".

"I figure we've shared a sunset together, why not add a sunrise to the list?" Alison adds.

Stepping out onto the rooftop, the coolness of the morning air surprises me. When I arrived at Ali's apartment, it was pitch black. But now the sky is beginning to show signs of life with a flickering of bright color.

"Over here" she gestures. "This is the perfect spot".

At the ledge, I look out over the rooftops of the city and listen to the birds chirp their good morning tune. For once, the city is quiet. The gentle morning breeze brushes across my cheeks and whips through my hair, bringing a smile to my face.

The shutter sound from a camera stirs me from my enchanted state.

"Beautiful. Absolutely beautiful" she says lowering her camera towards her waist.

"You see that... that right there is the real you" she continues never leaving my eyes.

"May I see?" I ask gesturing to her camera.

"No you may not. Not until tonight after I'm all done and put it all together for you" she says playfully slapping away my hand.

"You know you're really hot when you get all bossy and authoritative like this" I say winking at her.

"Keep it in your pants Fields" she says chuckling to herself. "The sun will rise any minute now".

Moments later, the sun peaked it's head over the horizon and the sky promptly greeted it's presence with a flood of pink, orange, and yellow. Alison slipped her hand into mine and interlocked our fingers without saying a word. Between the majesty of the sunrise in front of me and the beauty standing next to me, I couldn't decide what to look at. I decided on the beauty standing next to me, quietly taking in the sun's early morning greeting.

Squeezing her hand a little tighter, I suddenly say, "Thank you".

Looking over at me, she smiles and says, "For what?"

Leaning over, I kiss her head and reply, "For making me feel alive again".