OUT OF REACH CH. 5

"Are we set then?" John asked, his lips curved in a smile.

He pulled away from Elena's flat, headed toward Heathrow. They all had smiles plastered on their faces, the anticipation of their holiday in Italy ran through them all.

*****

They arrived in Venice after a very smooth flight, found a cab and made their way to the villa John and Nick had rented.

"Oh my God!" Elena gasped when they arrived. "It's so beautiful!"

"I take it you approve." Nick chuckled, warpping his arm around Elena's waist.

"Oh Nick, I definitely approve. If the outside is this beautiful, then I can't wait to see the inside."

"Let's go." John said, taking Erin's hand and running to the door. He slid the key in the lock, turned it and opened the door.

"Oh my God." Erin and Elena whispered in amazement and awe as they stood in the expansive foyer.

"I do believe they like it John." Nick laughed.

"Like it? We love it!" Elena squealed, hugging Nick.

"Shall we check out the rest?" John asked.

"Absolutely." Erin replied, taking John's arm.

They toured the villa, finding each room to be more beautiful than the last. They'd chosen the bedroom suites they wanted and began unpacking. Elena stoof in front of a huge, opened bay window in their suite, letting the breeze blow her hair.

"Something wrong, luv?" Nick asked, drawing her close to him.

"Everything's perfect." She managed to whisper while tears began to sting her eyes.

"What's wrong, luv? Are you alright?" Nick asked, full of concern.

"Nothing's wrong, it's all perfect. I'm fine."
"Why are you crying?"

"Because everything *is* so perfect. You did all of this with John to make me and Erin happy. I suppose I'm just taken aback by all of it."

"I wanted to do it. I'm glad you like it, but this is just the beginning, Elena. We've 2 weeks in Italy you know. I want to see you smiling, happy and having a great time." Nick said truthfully.

"I can't deny that I'm having a great time so far and I am very happy." Elena said as tears began to run down her cheeks.

Nick took her in his arms, slowly kissing her tear stained cheeks. "Shhhh sweetheart...it's ok." he said, holding her tight.

"I'm sorry, Nick. I didn't mean to..." Elena began to say as Nick cut her off.

"Elena" he said softly, staring into her green eyes "There's no need to apologise. I want you to have the time of your life."

"Thank you, Nick." she whispered, leaning in, relieved when his mouth covered hers.

He held her in his arms, softly caressing her back. Nick lifted her chin with his thumb and stared into her deep green eyes as the thoughts spiraled around his mind, making him wonder what Mark and Daniel had done to make her feel as though she were less than special. After her reaction to the villa and the words he'd spoken to her, he realised that he'd make her feel special. A smile played on his lips as he nuzzled his face against the soft skin of Elena's neck.

****

"Ok you lovebirds!" Nick and Elena yelled before breaking into a fit of laughter as they knocked on John and Erin's door.

"Wot?" John asked, sticking his head through the small space where he'd opened the door.

"We have reservations at La Caravella, remember?" Nick said.

"Shit! I forgot!" John yelled.

"C'mon Taylor, it's our first night in Venice for God's sake!" Nick yelled through the door.

John opened the door, revealing his head again "Only joking mate" he laughed as he and Erin joined them the hall, dressed and ready to go.

"You bastard!" Nick laughed, giving John a light punch in the arm.

"Well, are we gonna stand here or are we gonna go? We do have to be at La Caravella, you know!" John chuckled, while Erin, Elena and Nick broke down laughing.

"I think I know 2 ladies who have had a bit too much to drink." John said nudging Nick as they followed behind Elena and Erin.
"When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie..that's amore." Elena and Erin sang at the top of their lungs.
"Oh yeah...they're gone." Nick said with a laugh.
"Maybe we ought to get these two inside and to bed." John said with a wiggle of his eyebrows.
"I couldn't agree more, Johnny." Nick replied as they caught up with the still singing women.

John wrapped his arms around Erin and they disappeared up the stairs.

"Bells will ring, ting-a-ling-a-ling then you sing vita bella...." Elena continued to sing.

"C'mon, sweetheart." Nick said, embracing her.

"Where are we going?"
"To bed."

"Mmmmm....I like that idea." she purred.

"Do you know?"

"Umm-hmm. I want you to make love to me in Venice." She whispered in his ear. "I want your hands and your lips all over my body." she continued as her hands ran along the inside of Nick's thighs.

He stifled the moan rising in his throat. Elena stared deep into his eyes. Nick swept her off her feet and into his arms. She wrapped her arms around his neck, leaving a long, slow trail of kisses along his jaw and down his throat. He slowly began walking up the stairs with Elena in his arms. By the time they reached the door to their room, they were locked in a deep, hungry kiss. Nick carried Elena in the room and made his way to the huge bed.

Elena gripped his hair and ravaged his pouty lips. Her kiss grew stronger and hotter as Nick laid her on the bed. Her hands ran over his shoulders and down his chest. Her slender fingers worked quickly on the buttons of his shirt. She sat up, kissing his chest as she pushed the shirt off of him. "Elena" he murmered as her tongue danced around his nipples.

They began tearing at each other's clothes, wanting and needing to feel their naked skins touch.

"Now Nick." she begged as she rocked against his thick erection.

"Slow down." he purred as his hands roamed wildly all over her skin.

"I can't."

Nick kissed her deeply and was inside her in one plunging stroke. She locked her legs around him and met his thrusts, begged for more. She whispered in his ear how much she loved to feel him inside her.

"You make me crazy." he said into her mouth as he pushed and pushed.

"Niiiick!!!!" she cried as he cradled her head, watching her passion exploade over her features, felt it ripple through her body and into his. He joined her, bodies straining and grinding as they climaxed together.

They trembled, kissing tenderly and together their breathing slowed and they began to giggle.

"Remind me never to drink that much wine with you." she said breathlessly.

"Felt different this time, eh? Much more intense." he purred devilishly.

"Yeah." she said as she pushed his hair from his forehead. "But it always feels incredible every time you ravish me."

Nick took Elena in his arms, she laid her head on his chest. He heard her even breathing, signaling she was alseep as he slowly stroked her hair. He kissed the top of her head gently. Nick couldn't get the visions of their lovemaking or the sound of her screaming his name and begging for more out of his head.

"Looks like someone is hungover." Elena said loudly as she and Nick walked into the kitchen to find Erin with her head on the table.
"Bite Me." Erin mumbled looking up through the mass of hair that hung in her face.
"Oh...lovely." Elena laughed pouring herself a cup of coffee.
"Where's Johnny?" Nick asked.
"Upstairs.He went to get me some aspirin." Erin said putting her head back down on the table.
"We did have a bit too much last night." Elena replied sitting down and putting her arm around Erins shoulder.
"That's putting it lightly." John said coming into the room and handing Erin the medicine."It's been awhile since I've seen a lady so drunk." he said with a laugh.
"Yeah well..." Erin said before swallowing the pills.
"And she's so charming." Elena added with a snarky grin.

"She's very charming when she wants to be." John chuckled, wagging his eyebrows as he put his arm around Erin and kissed her gently.

"Judging by the pounding in my head, we must've had one hell of a time last night." Erin said.

"Let's just say you and Elena were very entertaining." Nick laughed.

"Oh God...what did we do?" Erin groaned, shooting Elena a shocked look.

"Oh, you don't remember?" John asked.

"Oh shit..." Elena mumbled, covering her face with her hands. "We didn't do anything....embarrassing, did we?"

"Well..." John chuckled.

"Holy Jesus!" Erin and Elena whispered in shock.

"Only joking, luv." Nick laughed. "You didn't dance on any tables or anything like that."

"You both sang a lovely version of "That's amore'." John said as he and Nick broke into hysterics.

"That bad, eh?" Erin giggled.

"I wouldn't say it was bad." Nick said, trying to compose himself.

****

Nick and Elena came down from their room, freshly showered and dressed for the day. They made themselves comfortable in the large sunroom. She laid her head on his shoulder and breathed a content sigh as she tightened her grip on him. They were gazing into each other's green eyes when John and Erin walked in.

"And you call us lovebirds." John chuckled, catching Nick and Elena by surprise.

"We didn't hear you guys come in." Elena said.

"Obviously not." John laughed, winking at Elena.

"So, now that I feel more human than I did earlier this morning, what's planned for today?" Erin asked.

Nick and John looked at each other and smiled. "We were thinking about a picnic by the water, but we can always do something else if you ladies want to." Nick said.

"A picnic sounds wonderful!" Elena squealed. "Erin and I will go pack the basket." The girls left the room and headed to the kitchen to prepare their lunch.

John looked at Nick and gave a sly smile.

"Wot?" Nick questioned, trying to read John's expression.

"How are things going with you and Elena?"

"I'm curious as to why you're asking."

"Co, you two seem to be getting on very well."

"Well" Nick began " I can't deny that we're getting along wonderfully. I really like Elena."

"You like her? That's it?"

"Yes, of course I do. I'm crazy about her, Johnny. I love spending time with her. What exactly are you digging for?"

"Not digging for anything mate. Just wondering how you two are doing and seeing if you are serious."

"Serious enough, though not as serious as you and Erin. Elena and I just met not too long ago. I'm not pushing anything."

A big smile covered John's face. "I love her, Nick...I'm in love with her."

"Yes, I see that."

"Whaddaya mean?"

"The big goofy grin on your face says it all." Nick laughed.

"Well then, the big smile on your face is speaking volumes. Is it possible that you're falling in love with Elena?"

Nick started to reply to John's question, but Erin and Elena returned, letting them know everything was ready.

"What exactly did you ladies pack in here?" Nick asked, picking up the heavy basket.

"It's a surprise." Elena whispered, kissing his full lips.

"As long as there are no obscure cheeses in there, we'll be fine." John chuckled.

"That was delicious." John complemented as he finished his lunch.
"Thanks." Erin and Elena said in unison, smiling at the two gorgeous creatures stretched out before them.
"I am stuffed." Nick added with a groan.
"I think you'll survive." Elena laughed placing a kiss on his pouty lips.
"I hope so." Nick murmured against her mouth as they broke their kiss.
"Oh get a room." John and Erin laughed as they stood up to talk a walk.
"Funny..very funny." Nick replied as he stood and took Elenas hand to follow suit.

The two couples walked along the water's edge, marvelling at the beauty of Venice. They returned to the villa after watching the spectacular sunset. John and Erin disappeared into their room. Nick and Elena made themselveds comfortable on a chaise out on their balcony.

"I've had such a wonderful day." Elena said, looking deep into Nick's eyes.

"Me too." he replied truthfully.

"The sunset was so beautiful and terribly romantic."

"Yes, but laying under the stars with you is pretty romantic too." he said as he leaned in to kiss her.

"Mmmm-hmmmm....this is romantic."

Nick ran his thumbs along her cheeks and traced her lips with his finger. "And you're very beautiful." he purred.

"Nick." she whispered as a blush covered her cheeks.

"Come here." he said softly as he extended his arms to her.

Elena entered his arms, laid her head on his chest and he wrapped his arms around her.

"Such a wonderful, perfect day." she said as she cuddled against his warm body.

"I couldn't agree more." he said, tightening his embrace and kissing the top of her head softly.

******

Nick awoke to the bright light of the sun. He and Elena had fallen asleep on the chaise and had slept under the stars.

"Sweetheart." he whispered.

"Mmmm..." Elena mumbled as her eyes fluttered open. She smiled upon seeing Nick's face. "Why are we outside?" she asked.

"We fell alseep whilst we were admiring the stars."

"Ah, I see. We got to see a stunning sunset, beautiful stars and a gorgeous sunrise."

"Hmmm....all the adjectives I'd use to describe you." he said before he hugged her tight.

"Nick, really." she blushed.

"C'mon, let's go get ready."

"Ready for what?" she asked.

"You'll see."

*******
"Well, well, well! We were wondering if you two were gonna stay locked in your room all day." John laughed as Nick and Elena entered the kitchen.

"We slept in." Nick said with a smirk.

"I'll bet you did." John joked, slapping Nick's shoulder.

"John.." Erin began "Leave the lovebirds alone."

"Wot?" John asked, feigning innocence.

"Lighten up, Erin. He's just joking and he's not bohtering us." Elena chuckled.

"Alright ladies." Nick said "Are you ready for our day?"

"What's on the agenda?" Erin asked.

"John and I have a little something planned for you."

"Something planned for us?" Elena questioned.

"Yes, and if we don't get going, we won't have nearly enough time to enjoy it all." John said excitedly.

"Get your stuff and let's get going." Nick urged.

The two couples got in the car, the girls anxiously waiting for Nick and John to tell them where they were going.

"Are you ever going to tell us?" Elena begged.

"Tell you what?" John teased as he drove.

"Please tell us what the surprise is." Erin and Elena said in unison.
"Johnny?" Nick asked.

"Might as well tell them, cos they're gonna find out soon enough anyway. And besides, I don't think we'd stand a chance against both of them."

"Well" Nick began "We're taking you lovely ladies to Rome for a couple of days."

"Rome!?!?!" Elena screamed.

"Umm-hmm." Nick said calmly.

"Oh my God!" she squealed, flinging herself into Nick's arms and planting a kiss on his pouty lips.

"Oh John!" Erin yelled, wrapping her arms around his neck and kissing his cheek as the car swerved a bit.

"You think they're excited or something?" John asked, steadying the car.

The foursome pulled up in front of their hotel.
"Holy shit." Elena said getting out of the car and standing next to Erin.
"This is the Hotel Atlante Star." Erin whispered."This is one of the most expensive hotels in Rome." she continued under her breath.
"Are you girls ready?" John asked coming from around the back of the car.
"Uh huh." they squeaked out in unison.
They entered the hotel and waited while Nick and John went to the front desk to check in.They returned a few moments later with the keys to the rooms.
"What rooms do we have?" Elena asked.
"We reserved the 2 penthouse suites. The entire top floor of the hotel is ours." Nick said with a smile.
"I think I am gonna faint." Erin said looking at John.
"Don't do that. We have more surprises where this came from." John said with a laugh as they group headed toward the elevator.
They made their way to the top floor of the hotel and viewed the suites.
"Wow..." Elena whispered as she entered the suite that belonged to her and Nick.
"Like John said. Our evening is just starting." he said as she walked up and slipped his arms around her waist from behind.
"Nick....I just don't know what to say."
"Don't say anything. Just enjoy."
"Ok."
"Alright. Johnny and I have something for you and Erin...so why don't we go over and see what those 2 are up to."
"Sure." Elena said taking his hand and walking across the hall to John and Erins suite.
"These are for you. We would like for you to wear them tonight when we take you to dinner." John said as each woman was handed a box.
"What is it?" Erin asked with excitement in her voice.
"Well.....open them." Nick laughed.
The 2 women tore into the boxes like it was Christmas. The boxes each held a beautiful evening gown with all the matching accessories.
"What?" Erin asked
"We couldn't possibly." Elena started.
"Yes, you can.We had them each made special. We want you to have them." Nick said.
"Yeah...what good is having a girlfriend if ya can't spoil 'em rotten!" John said with a laugh as Erin jumped in his arms and held on for dear life.
"Now get dressed before we loose our reservations at El Toula`." Nick said dragging a squealing Elena back to their suite.

"Did you say El Toula'?" Elena asked.

"Ummm-hmmm. That's where John and I are taking you and Erin tonight. But, you've gotta get dressed first."

Nick anxiously waited for Elena. He made himself comfortable on the sofa. What seemed like an eternity passed before she made her grand entrance.

"Nick..." she called, getting his attention as she walked into the room. She looked stunning in her gown that was a deep plum colour, making her green eyes the deepest shade of emerald.

"Elena. You're breath taking, luv." he purred as he admired her.

"Thank you." she managed to whisper. "You look so handsome." she continued, beholding the gorgeous creature in front of her and drinking in the way he looked in his formal suit.

"Let's go see if John and Erin are ready." he said, offering his arm to her.

****

"Erin, you look so beautiful." John said as his eyes followed her. Her red gown hugging every curve on her body.

"So do you." she whispered, entering his arms and looking up into his deep brown eyes.

"I love you, Erin. I love you very much." he purred as he gazed into her eyes.

"I love you too, John." Erin said as they heard the knock on their door.

"They're here." John chuckled.

John opened the door, allowing Nick and Elena to enter.

"Wow!" John said, taking Elena's hand. "You look gorgeous in that dress. Nick, you were right on the money when you picked that colour, mate."

"Thank you." Elena said as John kissed her cheeks.

"Erin?" John called.

"Yes?" she answered, walking into the room.

"Erin!" Elena yelled "Oh my God! You look great!"

"Ele!" Erin squealed as they hugged each other "You look fabulous!"

"They do look gorgeous, Johnny. I guarantee they'll be the most beautiful women there tonight and all eyes will be on them." Nick said as he and John watched two very excited ladies admire each other.

"I don't doubt it for one second." John replied.

"Ready, ladies? Our car should be out front waiting on us." Nick said.

The two couples left the suite and entered the lift. All eyes were upon them as they made their way through the expansive lobby and out front, where a limo was waiting for them.

"Oh my God." Erin and Elena gasped.

"C'mon ladies....El Toula' awaits." John said, standing by the open door of the limo.

Erin and John entered the car. Elena planted a soft kiss on Nick's lips.

"Mmmm...what was that for?" Nick asked.

"For all of this...you really didn't have to go through all this trouble."

"No trouble, luv. I wanted to do this for you. John wanted to do it for Erin. Like Johnny said, what's the fun of having a girlfriend if you can't spoil 'em rotten?"

Elena's heart melted and she was rendered speechless by Nick's words. Did he consider her his girlfriend? she thought.

"Sweetheart? Are you ok?" Nick asked.

"Hmm? Oh, yeah...I'm fine."

"Shall we then?" he offered his hand to her and helped her into the car.

The four of them got settled. "Are we ready then?" John asked.

"Ready." Erin and Elena giggled.

"Good...prepare yourselves for a wonderful evening then." Nick said as the car pulled away from the hotel.

The ride to El Toula' was full of chatting and laughing. They were having a great time and it was just the beginning. They arrived at the restaurant and were immediately taken to a very quiet, private table.

"Excuse us for a moment." Erin said. "We need to go check our faces." she laughed as she and Elena headed to the ladies.

"I cannot believe this is happening to us!" Erin said excitedly once the door closed behind them.

"Nor can I." Elena said.

"Who'd have ever thought that we'd be in Italy with two of the most gorgeous, generous men in the world? I can't believe they did all of this for us." Erin said.

"I can't either...I'm blown away by it all, actually." Elena giggled.

"So." Erin began as she pulled a compact out of her bag "Tell me what's going on with you and Nick. How are you two doing?"

"Well, he's great. We're doing great and I like him a lot."

"But?" Erin asked.

"It's just that he said the same thing John said about having a girlfriend."

"What's so wrong with that, Ele?"

"Do you think Nick's serious? Do you think he considers me to be his girlfriend?"

"Well, you two have been inseparable since you met. Neither one of you are seeing other people, so you're exclusive. And, Nick likes you so much, which is obvious. You think he'd do this for some tart he met 2 days ago?"

"No, I don't think he'd do something like this for someone he just met. And I guess I never gave much thought to neither of us seeing other people."

"Don't over analyze it, Ele. Nick likes you a lot. Leave it at that. He's a hell of a guy and if he considers you to be his girlfriend, so be it. It's not like you're getting married or something. Now, let's get back out there before our handsome men get snatched up by spinsters!" Erin laughed.

"Now that would be a sight to see!" Elena giggled.

Elena and Erin joined Nick and John back at the table. They'd ordered wine already and the steward was just pouring it as they sat down.

"A toast to our beautiful ladies." John said as he raised his glass.

John." Erin said as a blush covered her cheeks.
"No..John is right. You two are the most beautiful women we have ever seen." Nick said giving a wink in Elenas direction.
The foursome ate, drank and enjoyed a beautiful evening.They made their way out to the limo and back to the hotel.
"Night Nick and Elena. See you in the morning for breakfast." John said as he and Erin entered their suite.
"Night." Elena called as Nick shut the door to theirs.

Nick and Elena set about getting ready for bed.Elena was at the vanity table brushing her hair, lost deep in thought when Nick walked up behind her, fresh from his shower.
"Is everything alright, Elena?"
"Nick...I want to talk to you about something."
"Ok. You know that you can say anything." Nick said gently.
"Earlier...when we were leaving to go to the restaurant, you referred to me as your girlfriend. I guess I just really want to know what you want out of the relationship....what you want from me."
"Elena I like you alot. I have such a wonderful time with you.I haven't really given it much thought. I know I am not interested in seeing anyone else...if that's what you are asking."
"I don't know. I like you a lot too. I'm just kinda hesitant to be too serious."
"Well....you did come to Italy with me...I would say that is kinda serious." Nick said with a laugh.
"I guess that's true enough." Elena chuckled.
"How about we just say we are exclusive and see where it goes. I really love being with you Elena..holding you...talking to you...making love to you. Let's just let that be enough for now." Nick said wrapping his arms around her as she melted into his embrace.

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"I had such a wonderful time tonight." Erin said as she looked up at John.

"I'm glad, sweetheart." he said, hugging her tight.

"I still can't believe you and Nick did all this for me and Elena. I feel like a princess who's met her prince."

"I wanted to do this, I want to spoil you and I will treat you like a queen."

"You already do John, but you don't have to do all of this."

"I know luv. But I want to, it's just one of the fun perks...I get to spoil you." John chuckled as he kissed her gently.

"I love you, John."

"I love you too, Erin." John purred, tilting her head back with his hands and gazing into her eyes before he planted his mouth on hers.

"Join me in the shower?" she asked.
"Absolutely."

"Could you unzip me?" Erin asked, turning around and lifting her hair up.

"My pleasure." John said as he slowly unzipped her dress, revealing her silky skin.

"Thanks...I'll see you in the shower." she said in a teasing tone, walking into the bathroom.

"Be right there." John said, suddenly struggling to get out of his clothes. He couldn't seem to get them off fast enough.

He finally shed all his clothing and made his way into the bathroom. He walked into the thick steam and wrapped his arms around Erin's wet body.

"Hey you...I was beginning to wonder what happened to you. I thought you fell asleep or something." Erin giggled.

"No way would I fall asleep! Not after the way you walked out of the room."

"What do you mean?"

"Just the way you sauntered out of the room with your dress unzipped and showing just enough skin. That was enough to drive me crazy." John confessed.

"Was it now?" she asked, pressing her warm, wet body against his.

"Ummm-hmmm." he mumbled as he kissed her hungrily and the hot water from the shower ran down their entwined bodies.

Erin ran her hands down the slickness on his back and felt his erection pushing against her. A long moan escaped John as she wrapped her hand around him and began to stroke him slowly. "Mmmm..." he mumbled.

"Like that, don't you?" she purred in his ear before she ran her tongue along his earlobe.

"Ummm-hmmm...but I like this better." John said as he lifted her up and braced her against the shower wall with his weight. Erin wrapped her legs around his waist and draped her arms around his neck. John eased his weight on her slowly, allowing her to slide down on him. Her body reacted immediately as she tightened around him, surrounding him in her warmth. Erin tightened her legs and began to move slowly. Hot water and steam enveloped them. John leaned forward and kissed her gently, before leaving a trail of hot, wet kisses down her neck and chest. He slowly, teasingly kissed and licked her rock hard nipples, making Erin moan and writhe with pleasure. He felt her legs tighten and her body stiffen against him, she slammed herself against him and clung to him as relentless waves of her orgasms ran through her body so strong that they seemed to coarse through John as he gave into his own release.

The next morning the foursome met in the hotel restaurant for breakfast.
"Hi!" Erin exclaimed sitting down next to and hugging her best friend.
"Hey...someone is in a terribly good mood this morning." Elena said with a laugh hugging her back.
"Yeah...well." Erin replied with a wink.
"Excuse us, please." Elena said as she grabbed Erin and headed off to the ladies.
"Are they ok?" Nick asked John with a laugh.
"Dunno about those two." he replied with a laugh of his own.
Once the door was closed behind them Elena started with the questions.
"Ok...give it up. Why are you grinning like a goon?"
"He makes me this way, Ele. I've never felt like this.Y'know?"
"I know. And I am so happy for ya.It shows how much you love him."
"So...what did you and Nick do last night?"
"Well...we kinda talked about our relationship."
"Holy shit. Well....."
"We decided that we are pretty serious seeing as I came with him to Italy.And that we can just enjoy being together, and see where it goes.Then we went to bed and he just held me in his arms all night long."
"Wow...that's great.I hope you can relax now."
"I think I can. Let's get back out there and eat...I'm starving!" Elena said with a laugh as she pushed Erin out the door.

The rest of the vacation flew by and before they knew it they were back at home.
"God..I didn't realise I had bought so much stuff til I had to unpack it all!" Elena laughed as she talked to Erin on the phone.
"I know...me either. But we had such a wonderful time...didn't we?"
"Without a doubt. Now we just have to get back to the grind." Elena sighed.
"Not til Monday...it's only Saturday afternoon. I know John will be coming by tonight. Do you have plans with Nick?"
"No...I haven't heard from him since we got back yesterday.He acted kinda funny before he left...don't know what that was all about."
"Eh...just jet lag more than likely. He's probably home still in the bed."
"Yeah...I am sure you're right."
"Of course I am..aren't I always?" Erin said with a laugh.