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Olivia hung up with Yasmin and smiled. She began pulling things from the cabinets and the refrigerator that could be done ahead of time. Olivia was happily cutting and chopping when Nick came down. He stood in the doorway, watching her move around effortlessly before he entered. He walked up behind her and pulled her into his arms.
Olivia smiled. "Good morning."
"Good morning, sweetheart."
"Are you hungry?" she asked.
"No. I'm just going to have tea."
"The water is ready." she replied as she continued working.
"What are you making, luv?"
"Oh, John called earlier and I'm making dinner for all of us tonight."
"All of us? Who's coming?"
"John and Kate. Simon and Yasmin. I wanted to see them before I leave."
"Sweetheart, we could've gone out. I don't want you doing all this before you go."
"It's ok. I want to do this. I'd rather have everybody over here instead of going out."
Nick smiled and kissed her. "You can have anything you want, luv. We'll do anything you want."
"Thank you, Nick. This means a lot to me." she said as she hugged him tight.
"Is there anything I can do to help?"
"Hmmm....Nothing in here that I know of, but you may want to check the dining room. Make sure everything's in order in there." she laughed.
"That I can do. It may be next to impossible to keep a straight face in there tonight." he chuckled.
"I just hope I don't start giggling or blushing."
Nick leaned in close and put his lips to her ear. "If you start blushing, I'll feign sickness, make everybody leave, and I'll be forced to make love to you on that table again."
Olivia felt the heat in her cheeks as she blushed. Nick pulled his lips away from her ear and saw her blushing.
"I warned you." he purred as he took her hand.
"Where are we going?"
"Anywhere. I suppose wherever we end up is where we're going."
Nick's lips pressed against hers. Olivia melted in his arms as she savoured the sweet taste of his kiss. They slowly stumbled around, kissing madly whilst trying to walk. Nick didn't care where they ended up, he wanted her now. He gave up trying to walk any further. Olivia felt her back against a wall. Nick pressed against her as he lifted her up and she wrapped her legs around his waist. He pulled the belt on her robe and watched it fall open, exposing her soft skin. He began kissing her shoulders, working his way down to her breasts. Olivia leaned against the wall and began to move against his erection as she opened his robe. Nick lifted her up slightly and eased his weight on her, allowing her to slide down on him. He felt her tighten around him instantly, she tightened her hold with her legs, allowing her to rock wildly against him as she reached orgasm. He was about to explode as he pulled her away from the wall and laid her on the floor. "Don't stop!" she whimpered as she arched under him, more demand than offer. He plunged, letting his body take over. Her climax ripped through him. She wrapped herself around him, clinging tight to take him with her, and drove him over the edge.
Nick heard the sound of his heart banging against his ribs, as he found the energy to roll over and hold Olivia close to him.
"They're here." Nick called to Olivia as the doorbell rang. "Ok...I'm coming." Olivia yelled as she descended the stairs. Nick stopped in his tracks.Olivia was wearing a black cocktail dress and had her hair loosely piled on top of her head. "You're gorgeous." Nick whispered in her ear as he kissed her cheek. "Thanks." she answered as a blush filled her cheeks. They opened the door and greeted their guests. "Liv you look fabulous." Simon greeted her with a kiss. "Thanks Simon." she said as she returned the greeting. "Oh Liv...." Yas said with tears in her as she hugged her friend. "Now, now. None of that ." John said as he walked through the door with Kate.
Kate hugged Olivia. John kissed Olivia's cheek. "You look gorgeous, luv." he said
"Thank you, John." she shyly replied.
Nick smiled and tightened his arm that was around her waist.
"Dinner will be ready shortly. Why don't you all get comfortable in the living room." Olivia said.
Everyone entered the living room. Nick kissed Olivia softly and watched her as she went into the kitchen with Kate and Yasmin behind her.
"You ok, mate?" asked John.
"I think so." Nick sighed.
John was about to say something to his friend when Yasmin appeared.
"Gentlemen, dinner is served."
The three men followed Yas into the dining room. They all took their seats.
"Olivia, everything looks wonderful." Simon said.
"How about a toast for our gracious hostess."John said.
"I'll second that." Simon said.
John stood. "To Olivia." he said as he raised his glass. Olivia blinked back tears and felt the heat in her cheeks as a blush began to cover them. Nick squeezed her hand and winked at her. He leaned
in close to her and whispered in her ear "You're blushing....I warned you." he said in a deep purr. "Remember what I said."
Olivia softly giggled and felt the heat in her cheeks get hotter. The three couples chatted during dinner, breaking into hysterical laughter occasionally. When they finished, Olivia, Kate and Yasmin began picking up.
>"Hey." Nick said "Let's just leave it. I'll take care of it later. Let's all go relax."
They all went in the living room, got comfortable and began talking.
"Simon, we really should be going." Yasmin hinted.
"But it's still early." Olivia said.
"You and Nick need some time alone." Yasmin whispered as she hugged Olivia tight.
"We'll see you tomorrow." Simon said as he hugged her. "Thank you for a great dinner."
"See you tomorrow." Olivia replied.
Kate hugged Olivia "We'll see you tomorrow as well."
"Thank you for a wonderful evening, luv." John said as he hugged her tight.
"Good night. We'll see you tomorrow." Nick said as he and John shook hands.
CHAPTER 26
Nick closed the door and turned to Olivia. All he could see before him was perfection. He walked to her and took her hands in his.
"Darling, you were marvellous."
"Nick....." she blushed.
"Mmmmm....there's that blush I warned you about." he said with a sly grin as he stroked her cheek.
"Umm-hmm. You said the same thing at dinner, but I didn't see you doing anything about it." she teased.
"Touche', luv." he said.
"So, what are you going to do?" she asked as she took her hair down from it's up-do and stepped out of her heels.
"Are you trying to tempt me?" he asked.
"Oh no. I'd never do that." she purred, as she began to unzip her dress.
Nick's mind was in overdrive. She was stripping slowly and driving him crazy. He felt paralized and he couldn't speak as her dress dropped to
the floor. She moved closer to him and locked her eyes with his as she began to unbutton his shirt. He saw the intense burning in her hazel eyes. He pulled her close to him and felt her warm, soft skin against his.
Olivia pryed her hand between them, unbuttoned his trousers and let them drop to the ground. He cupped her face in his hands and kissed her
hard. A shudder ran through his body when he felt her hand on his now throbbing erection. A low moan escaped his throat. He pulled her closer to
him, Olivia wrapped her arms around his neck, they fell to the floor still kissing. Olivia began kissing his neck, working her way down his
body.
He felt her lips on him. She looked up at him before he threw his head back, feeling too close to orgasm. "Olivia." he whispered breathlessly.
She knew he was close to exploding. She crawled on top of him before he could catch his breath. Olivia leaned down and kissed him. She traced a line down his chest with her finger before she slid herself down on him. She rocked her hips slow, but hard, climaxing instantly. Her moans echoed in the room.
Nick grabbed her and pulled her down on him before he flipped her on her back. Olivia's moans turned into desparate cries, begging him for
more. He felt her tighten around him as she climaxed again. He called out her name as he exploded inside of her. Nick's heart was beating so fast, he felt it might come out of his chest. He and Olivia held each other and shared soft kisses, as they waited for their breathing to slow.
They hadn't been asleep very long when the first light of day shone through the window. Curled up together...warm and happy. Just as Nick was about to doze off for good he heard the ringing of the phone. A groan escaped his lips as he reached for the receiver. " 'Ello?"
"Hello son...it's mum. Did I wake you?"
"Well yes and no.What is it mum? Everything ok?" "Oh fine, fine. Just your Father and I wanted to see Liv off at the airport with you this afternoon. That is...if you didn't mind." "I think she would love that, mum." Nick said with a smile. "Ok, great. We will see you soon then, luv.Go back to sleep." "Ok mum. Bye."
Nick put the phone back in it's cradle, and curled back up against Olivias' warm, sleeping form.
"Are you all packed?" Nick yelled up the stairs to Olivia. "Yeah. I just threw the last of it in my carry on bag." she said as she descended the stairs, and walked to Nicks waiting arms. "I hate this." she said as tears started to fill her eyes. "I know, me too, luv." Nick said as he held her tight."But, you still have all that holiday time...we will think of a way to be together again soon." he said as wiped the tears from her face. "You're right." she said trying to smile.
Nick and Olivia made the trip to the airport in silence. Neither one of them sure of what to say.Both of their hearts were breaking. Everyone sat around waiting for Olivias' flight to be called.Then they heard the announcement.
" British Airways Flight 128 from London to Chicago is now boarding at gate 15."
"That's me." Olivia said quietly as she stood up. Yasmin was the first to move.
"Oh Liv....I am gonna miss you." she said as she hugged her friend tight. "If you need anything just call."
"I will Yas. Thank you"
As soon as she turned Simon caught her in a huge bear hug. "Take care Liv." he said as he kissed her cheek. "I will Simon. You too."
Next was John. He kissed her cheek and told her to be careful.Then Kate. Olivia said goodbye to Nicks parents , then it was time to say the goodbye she knew would break both their hearts. Nick walked her as far as he was allowed to go. "I am going to miss you so much." he said as he kissed her gently. Olivia started to sob "I love you, Nick." was all she could say. "I love you, too. Don't forget that." he said as tears rolled down his own cheeks.
"I won't." she whispered.
"This is for you." he said as he pulled a box out of his jacket pocket. "Nick...no." she said as she shook her head. "Yes, luv.Open it after you get on the plane.Please." he said almost pleading.
"I will. I love you." she said again as she threw her arms around his neck for one last hug and kiss.
Olivia pulled away and started up the ramp. "Call me when you get home." Nick called after her. " I will." she called back.
"Liv...I love you." Nick said as he started to sob. "I love you too.' she said before she disappeared out of sight.
Nick stood at the window for a long time and watched Olivia's plane take off. Hot tears streamed down his cheeks. Nick felt a pair of hands on his shoulders. He turned to see John, his friends and family behind him.
"C'mon. Let's go home, mate." John said softly.
Nick didn't argue, he went with them quietly. Tears and heartbreaking sadness continued to plague Nick on the ride home. They reached
Nick's house and went in. Everyone got comfortable in the living room. Sylvia sat
by her only son and held him. He laid his head on her shoulder and let her stroke his hair. Yasmin brought him a cup of tea.
"You ok, mate?" John asked with concern in his voice.
"I'll be ok." Nick sighed, "I think I just need to lay down and sleep."
"Go ahead, son. I think that would be a good idea." Sylvia said.
Nick stood up and went upstairs. He entered his room and a new wave of sadness came over him. He laid on the bed and clutched Olivia's pillow.
He smelled her perfume and smiled, even though the tears flooded his tired, burning eyes.
Simon and Yasmin began saying their goodbyes.
"Sylvia, please call me if you or Nick need anything." Yasmin said.
"I will. Thank you, dear." Sylvia replied.
"I think I'm gonna stay here." John said.
"Yes, that's a good idea. I'm planning on staying too." Sylvia replied.
Roger and Kate said their goodbyes. Sylvia and John relaxed
and chatted quietly while Nick rested.
"Do you think he'll be alright? I've never seen him like this." John said.
"Nick will be fine, but he won't be truly happy until he sees Olivia again.
He's just so upset because for the first time in his life, he's truly in love."
"Yes, Olivia makes him very happy and he really loves her."
"Looks like your dare turned into something wonderful for Nick." Sylvia said.
"Oh God." John groaned "He told you about that?
Nick continued to hold Olivia's pillow. The tears had finally stopped, but he felt empty without Olivia. Everytime he closed his eyes, he saw her
face. He longed to hold her next to him again.
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