Richard ran his fingers through Eleanor's hair as her head rested in his lap. They recently came home from the small bar downtown and retreated to the couch, both deciding to cuddle for the rest of the night.
Eleanor thought about her time with Richard and Taron. She was grateful that Taron introduced her to Richard, however, the recent events of their relationship was a scenario that she did not see happening.
"Deep in thought?" Richard's voice broke the silence, bringing Eleanor away from her thoughts.
Eleanor lifted her head and turned to face Richard.
"It's funny... how much things have changed," she stated.
"What do you mean?"
"I never would have expected our paths to cross, but I have no regrets in meeting you and starting a relationship with you."
"I have no regrets either."
Eleanor leaned forwards and placed a kiss on his lips. Richard placed a hand on her cheek deepening the kiss. Eleanor was quick to move onto his lap straddling him. His hands roamed her back, slightly pulling her closer to him.
In that moment, the two felt as though their world had stopped. Eleanor's departure the next day fled their minds. All they wanted was to hold each other forever and never let go.
Richard soon broke for air, his mind clouded with amazement.
"You never fail to surprise me, Miss Mitchell."
"Same goes to you, Mr. Madden."
Eleanor's smile then faded, her eyes darting to the clock.
"I don't want to leave."
"I don't want you to leave."
Eleanor looked back at Richard, his face covered with sadness. Her eyes started to build up with tears.
"Hey, hey, don't cry love."
Richard reached forward and wiped his thumb against her cheek, minimising the tears. He stood up and reached his hand out to her. She grabbed his hand and stood up. He instantly placed his lips against hers in another passionate kiss.
"Come on." He slowly pulled Eleanor towards the stairs.
"Where are we going?" she asked.
"To bed, of course."
Richard pulled Eleanor into his room and towards the bed. Eleanor sat down and faced Richard as he stood in front of her. His hands gripped the bottom of his shirt and pulled it over his head.
"Wow, no warning," Eleanor stated as she stared at his body.
"You love it," he stated with a wink.
Eleanor followed his lead and removed her shirt so she was in her bra and pants. Richard's eyes widened but his shock was quickly exchanged with a smile. His moved forward pushing Eleanor down so she was laying on the bed. He climbed on top of Eleanor and placed his arms beside her head. She moved forward and captured his lips in yet another kiss.
"You," he started, kissing her again, "are so beautiful."
Eleanor smiled in the kiss and let out a small laugh. Richard pulled away and looked into her eyes.
"What?" He asked.
"Nothing. You're just amazing."
"Just amazing?"
"Really, Madden? You're not going to take my compliment?"
He leaned down and gave her a kiss before looking back at her.
"I'll take anything you give me."
Eleanor pulled him back down and deepened the kiss. He gripped her waist and rolled them over so she was on top of him. She climbed off and he sat up on his elbows, admiring Eleanor. She slowly pulled down her pants, revealing a matching pair of underwear, and stepped closer to Richard. He sat up and placed his hands on her waist looking up at her.
"I don't want to pressure you into anything," he told her.
"Don't worry, I'm not intending for that to happen. I want to feel comfortable around you being like this. I want you to feel comfortable with me. Am I okay?"
He leaned forward, pressing a kiss on her stomach.
"You are more than okay. You're perfect and I am perfectly comfortable with you no matter what."
He placed another kiss on her stomach. She smiled and held his face in her hands, tilting his head up to face hers.
"Good. All I want is for both of us to be comfortable."
Richard stood up and took off his pants to only be in his boxers.
"Am I okay?" He asked her.
She smiled, admiring him.
"You are perfect. The best."
The two then continued to make out, ending their night in happiness.
~
The sun reflected through the window waking up Eleanor. Her arms were wrapped around Richard's body as his arms were tucked under his head. She smiled at his sleeping figure and slowly escaped from the bed, careful not to wake him. She headed for the door, picking up her clothes but was stopped by Richard's voice.
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"Where are you going?"
"To my room. I have to make sure I have everything packed."
"Come back to bed, please?"
"I can't, we have to leave for the airport in an hour."
"And you've had everything packed since yesterday. Come on, just for a few more minutes."
She sighed but turned around. Richard smiled and opened his arms. She was quick to slip back into the bed and wrap her arms around his body once again.
Richard placed a light kiss on her forehead.
"You're not leaving me now."
Eleanor smiled at Richard. Soon, her eyes dropped and she fell back to sleep.
