Bondi Rescue

Confessions and Cuddling

Warmth. 

That was my first thought as I was pulled from unconsciousness. A warmth surrounded me, blanketing me, not suffocating or uncomfortable, but soothing. I was content to keep sleeping, but as I was drifting off, I could feel something niggling in the back of my head, something that I needed to remember, something important...

I felt my eyes snap open as I realized where I was, and the reason behind why I was so warm. I'd fallen asleep in Harrison's bed, wrapped in his arms, and it seemed our position had only gotten more... indecent throughout the night. 

I felt him yawn against my neck as his arm tightened around my waist, his hand resting on my bare stomach, my hand laying atop his, our fingers twisted together, as he rubbed soothing circles on my skin.

I sighed softly, relaxing against Harrison as I gave in. I'd been fighting so hard against my feelings for him, not believing that he could possibly feel the same way, that everything we had done, the moments we had shared, was out of friendship. I'd been so stupid; he obviously felt something for me, I found it highly unlikely that Harrison would cuddle so intimately with his other female friends.

Suddenly, I could feel Harrison's chest vibrating as he laughed softly, his breath warm on my neck. "Em, stop thinking so loud," he muttered, nuzzling my neck. I could feel his other hand playing with my hair, and it felt unbelievably good. 

"How did you know I was thinking?" I asked, stretching my legs, well, as best I could with Harrison's still entwined with mine. "It's not like I'm saying anything out loud."

He chuckled. "You stiffen up when you're thinking about something serious," he said, moving our hands slowly up my stomach, massaging lightly. "Your stomach muscles tighten, as does your spine," he whispered, leaving butterfly kisses along my neck. 

I blushed, biting my lip as I closed my eyes, tilting my head back against his shoulder lightly. I took a deep breath, before opening my eyes and rolling my body slightly, so that instead of spooning, I was laying on my back next to Harrison, while he was still on his side, looming above me somewhat. He looked down at me, a questioning look in his eyes. 

He opened his mouth to say something, but I brought my free hand up to his face, pulling him down to me, cutting his words off with my lips. 

I pulled away slightly, blinking up at Harrison as he stared at me, a startled look on his face. I watched him for a few seconds, and I was about to turn away when he didn't respond, but he suddenly captured my lips with his, moving his hand from my stomach to tangle in my hair, as his other hand held him as he hovered above me.

His lips were soft and warm against mine, moving gently against my lips. He tilted my chin up, slanting his mouth across mine as he deepened the kiss. I sighed, warmth coursing through me as he kissed me senseless. 

Finally, oxygen became an issue, and I pulled away, gasping softly. My eyes fluttered open, and I stared at Harrison, my lips slightly parted. He stared back at me, his expression unreadable. "Emilie, why did you kiss me?" He asked me.

I scoffed lightly. "Why did you kiss me back?" I questioned. When he gave me a dry look, I grinned sheepishly. "I've been so conflicted with how I feel, and wondering how you felt about me, and I've never really done this before, so I..." It was my turn to get cut off this time, as Harrison kissed me again, suddenly. 

I gasped in shock, not expecting the sudden onslaught from his lips. This kiss was different from the first one, harder, more passionate. I panted as he pulled away. "What was THAT kiss for?" I asked, blushing.

Harrison smirked at me. "Em, I'm pretty sure I developed feelings for you the minute I pulled you from the water after you rescued that little girl," he said, as I looked at him in shock. "You were so brave, especially after what happened the last time you were in the water, that bravery just makes you even more beautiful in my eyes."

My eyes started to tear up, the emotion and feeling in his words struck a chord in my heart. I hadn't had much experience with boyfriends or falling in love, but I could tell from Harrison's expression that he wasn't lying to me. 

"Harrison, I've not really had a boyfriend before, never a serious one, I don't know how to do this," I started, but Harrison put a finger over my mouth, silencing me. 

"Em, I want to do things right with you, we don't have to rush this. You deserve to have a guy treat you right, and I hope you'll let me be that guy." I stared up at him, hovering above me, his eyes filled with sincerity, and an emotion I didn't recognize, but the hopeful, optimistic part of me wondered if it could be love.

"What do you say, Emilie, want to give us a shot?" I beamed at him, and brought his lips back to mine, showing him my answer, rather than telling.

Hello! 

So, this chapter is a bit short, and I'm a little disappointed with that, as I wanted to give you guys a lengthier chapter, to make up for my very irregular posting, but I just felt like this chapter was perfectly finished here, and that if I added any more it would take away from the main point of the chapter. Again, I am so sorry it has taken me so long to update, but life doesn't seem to be slowing down and allowing me the downtime to write. 

I do have some good news though. A couple of months ago, I had written down detailed outlines for the next 6 or so chapters for this story; however, I got a new computer, and the document didn't transfer. BUT, while I was unpacking boxes, to help get settled into my new house, I found the computer I typed the document on! So, I have really solid  outlines for the next couple of chapters, which means I should get them typed and edited much faster! I won't promise anything, but I will try my hardest to get the next chapter up within a week! 

So, my (belated) Christmas (or holiday if you prefer) gift to you, dear readers, is a fun little chapter with lots of fluff and some progress in the relationship between Emilie and Harrison! 

I hope you enjoy it!!!! 

~_mindless_ramblings_