Meeting Mr Firth

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Next morning we were both curious to see how that interview turned out. And it was surprisingly good..

-They didn't change a thing we said. They might have changed a few words here and there but they kept the essence.
-It's fantastic. Now people are free to judge by themselves how to interpret our story. We did our part.
-And we were sincere, honey. They can't think bad about that.
-True.. Babe, I asked Jack if he can give me a few free hours in the morning.
-What for?
-We should go to the kindergarten with Cathy today. For the application and everything.
-I could've done that by myself.
-I know, darling. But then I wouldn't have had the opportunity to spend this time with you both. Precious time.. Every moment of it.
-If I went alone maybe they'd have taken me for her grandpa. So maybe you have a point..
-Laugh as much as you want. You're not a grandpa. In the worst case you would be named a "sugar daddy".
-Don't even mention that. What's wrong with people and all these foolishly sounding nicknames?
-Believe me, darling, when I say I'm part of this generation and I don't understand that either. I prefer another nickname for you.
-Umm..let me guess. "Puppy"?
-Yeah. It's cute, isn't it?
-Well, I suppose so.. I don't know. Call me old school.. But I prefer the classic nicknames.
-You said old school as if it's a bad thing.
-And it isn't?
-Not for me. Old school might get dangerously close to sexy sometimes.. It surely does in you.
-How sexy?

I got closer and kissed him passionately. He was starting to undress me but I had to stop him..

-I want to show you how sexy I think you are. But it's late babe. And we have to get Cathy ready and eat something.
-10 minutes more? Can't everything wait?
-Then go on with what you were doing, I smirked.
-Your wish is my command.

He undressed me slowly, kissing every inch of my skin. His soft lips touching my body gently felt so good. I started moaning, highly aroused by his sensuality. Then he started penetrating me gently as I was still moaning and kissing his neck and shoulders from time to time, sucking hard on them. He was sucking on my shoulder and then lower, on my breast. I was running my hands through his hair, as he was still doing his thing. That passion was driving me insane. I was literally mad about him. His everything..that charming smile, those deep eyes, that gorgeous body on one side..his beautiful soul and mind on the other. Every feature of his meant my world.
***
We had to break the magic and the passion and get ready to go. I felt as excited as if it was going to be my first day at the kindergarten, not Cathy's. She wasn't nervous at all..probably because she was accustomed to sharing a room and things with other kids. And to having an adult in charge that needs to be listened. All in all, it made our job easier. It was me who almost started to cry when we left her there..

-She likes kindergarten already. She didn't even have to stay..it's Friday.
-Yes..
-Babe, something wrong?
-No, I'm just focusing on driving.
-There is something, I can see that. Tell me, what thoughts saddened you again?
-Look who's talking about saddening thoughts. You almost burst into tears there.
-So..
-So I've been thinking that this is the first major even in our lives with Cathy..since the adoption of course. Then there will be first day of school..then high school. Her first love possibly, and I will buy a rifle for when that time comes, he laughed. Then..then she would find her soul mate and will marry him and I.. I might never get to see our girl married. Would you promise me something?
-Anything..
-Don't let her marry someone much older.
-What does this mean now?
-Means that I want to know she'll grow old with the man she would want be forever with. So that forever would be for real..
-Ours is for real too, babe. Goes beyond time..I meant it when I said so.
-I wasn't trying to..I didn't mean us. What we have is special, I know that. But our princess can have the same thing with someone close in age. She could have children of her own and grow old with her..prince.
-I understand what you mean..and I want that for her too, of course. But even if she falls for someone older, I could never get in the way of her happiness.
-No..you can't do that. I just want to know that she'll be happy.
-She will.
-You'll make sure of that, won't you?
-We will do that together..
-Darling, please, you know that might not..
-Don't say it..again. I don't want to cry now, thinking about a future that is well far away.
-Well far away..yes. Alright, consider the subject closed. The least thing I intended was to upset you.
-You didn't.
-Can't you skip work altogether?
-No. But I'll leave earlier maybe. We can take Cathy from kindergarten together.
-Alright. See you later, honey!
-Bye, hubby!

Staying focused at work was a bit of a challenge especially because I was thinking how to get Colin's mind off these dark thoughts. I thought maybe a little surprise could solve things. And as it was a Friday and the weekend was ahead of us we could go away on a little trip. I booked a room in a cosy hotel far from the crowded streets of London. Would be the perfect getaway. And usually our getaways led to good things.
I called Viv to share my ideas and ask for a favour..

-Weekend break? You won't be much out of the hotel room, would you?
-I might like what you're implying.. However, we need some time for ourselves. I think Colin truly needs to stop worrying and live the moment. And moments spent together far from everything would do us good.
-So Cathy will stay with me over the weekend.
-I was intending to ask you that. Can you do it? Do you mind?
-Do I mind spending time with my sweet little niece? Of course not!
-Thank you! You're the best.
-I know, I know. Try not to exhaust yourselves over the weekend. And don't set that poor hotel on fire. Because the atmosphere might heat up..
-Gosh, stop that. Please! It's like not all married couples that have children go on trips to have some quality sex.. I mean.. time.
-Because not all do, probably. Alright, I'll stop. But it was fun teasing you.
-Take good care of Cathy over the weekend. If she asks for too many sweets just say no. It isn't that hard.
-When she makes those puppy eyes how can I say no?
-That is how she usually looks.
-She's got Colin's puppy eyes then.
-She has. Speaking of Cathy..well have to pick her from kindergarten soon.
-Come straight here after that. And then go have fun.
-Thanks. See you later.

The time to take Cathy from kindergarten finally came and she talked nonstop about how much she liked her first day..

-Can't we go back tomorrow, mommy?
-No, darling. Over the weekend you don't have to go to kindergarten.
-But I like it. I want to go every day.
-Won't you like to stay with your Auntie Viv this weekend?
-Yes..I think that would be nice too.
-Great. Because she's expecting us. You'll have fun together, I'm sure.
-We can watch Disney movies. And Auntie Viv can help me draw something nice.
-Honey, when did you speak about this with Viv?
-A bit earlier. We'll drop Cathy at Viv's place and then go on a little getaway. Whole weekend just for us.
-When..did you plan this?
-Today. It'd be good for us both babe.
-Okay.. Cathy, be good with Auntie Viv while you stay with her, okay? We'll see you again on Monday.
-Okay.
***
-Here is my sweet little niece. Come here!
-Hey, Viv! Take care of her and yourself. And not too many sweets, okay?
-Oh, please! Just get out of here and have fun, you two. We'll do fine. And will do so our own way.
-Alright. See you on Monday!
-Bye!
***
-Finally, we can go on our little trip.
-Little trip you didn't say a thing about because..
-Because I wanted it to be a surprise. We needed this, babe.
-You're right. And it is a lovely surprise, honey.

He leaned forward to kiss me. A long, passionate kiss that made my knees weak. I pulled him closer, arms around his neck. As we parted I saw him smiling..

-What are you smiling at?
-You, us, our love. That's what a happy person usually does..smiles a lot.
-Then I want to see you smiling everyday. No more tears, no more sad talks.
-That is the trip about.. Remembering the happiness? Needn't say that I never forgot it darling. Why, I think these thoughts, these worries were natural.
-Maybe..you're right. But I hate to see you sad. I hate to see your beautiful eyes filled with tears.
-Then let's forget it ever happened.
-That was precisely my point. Shall we go? We'll miss the train.
-We're not going by car?
-No way I'm going to let you drive a long way when we could use that time for talking. Plus, I love travelling by train.
-Good, I like it too. And we'll have plenty of time to talk about things. Although, a little less talk would be nice too right now.

I got his message and put my arms around his neck again, giving him a slow, long kiss..