Chapter Twelve

Nick entered the house dogless. Even though he knew BJ and Leslie will take more than good care of them, he still worried about his babies. Frowning as he walked in, there were no wagging tails, no panting, happy faces to greet him. He kicked off his shoes and headed to the kitchen for a drink. Pouring the last of his apple juice into a glass, he stopped in the living room and looked around for a moment. Everything clean, and put away or packed. Nope, nothin' to do down here. He trudged upstairs and found Angel in their bedroom, about to make the bed up with clean sheets and blankets. "Hey! Everything go okay?" She asked, soon as he set his drink down. With a big overdrawn sigh, "Yeah.....there all settled in. Mom already bought them new toys and they forgot all about me soon as I set 'em down.......ah well. Least they're happy." He took the other end of the sheet she threw over, helping her tuck it in. "Mom told me to tell you to call her when your not busy. She needs to know when it's gonna be cool to have Leslie and the twins out to visit with us for a week or so. She needs to know so she can work around Aaron's schedule. I told her whenever, but she wants to talk to you too." Angel smiled, thinking of Jane's thoughtfulness. "Allright.......I call her in the morning. Remind me." Reaching for a blanket, Nick gave her an end and spread it over the mattress. They caught each others eye from across the bed, each grinning despite the melancholy feeling they'd both been hiding. Upon completion of their task, Nick promptly flung himself onto the bed, ruining their work immediately. Angel rolled her eyes at him and smiled, walking away. Nick folded his arms underneath his head, a satisfied grin on his face. Watching her walk into the bathroom and losing sight of her, his attention drew to the open french doors. A strong breeze billowed the sheer curtain high above the floor, and the sound of the sea slamming into land eased his mind into a peaceful state. He breathed in deeply, closing his eyes and settling into his pillow. Angel put away the last of the clean towels and readied herself for bed. Brushing her teeth and throwing on one of Nick's T~shirts, she stepped out and back into the bedroom. Smiling with complete adoration, she climbed onto the bed gently, and brushed a clump of blonde hair from his eyes. He had a little grin on his face, but was clearly asleep. She watched him for a few moments, his breathing even, his toes twitching every so often. She figured he would be out for the night. It was still early, but they had a long day tomorrow, better let him get the rest now, since he won't be getting any at all in the next few months. Sighing lightly, Angel pulled down her side of the sheets and found they wouldn't go to far with him laying on the top. 'He'll go back to sleep.......' She said to herself. She got up and went to his side, shaking him gently. "Hmmmmm.......huh?" "Come on Nick.....get up and get under the covers." He simply grunted and rolled onto his side. Angel took it upon herself then. She pushed him back over gently, getting no big response. Unbuttoning his shorts, she ripped down the zipper and grasped both sides of his waistband. She wiggled them down til she couldn't any more. "Nick.....lift up hon...." Without a word, he lifted his ass a little, enough for her to get his shorts and boxers down his legs. She knew not to even bother leaving his underwear on, he'll wake up later, with them twisted around him and get all irritated. Better to avoid the crabbiness now. Tossing them aside, she pushed up his thin talk top, her fingers touching the length of his chest. "Nick, sit up...." His little grin was long gone, replaced with a irritated frown. Without even opening his eyes, he sat up just long enough for her to get it off him. Thankfully, he was aware enough to slide himself under the sheets before turning on his side again. He snuggled his head into his pillow, a little sigh escaping from his lips, his faint grin returning. Angel tucked the blanket around his shoulders and kissed the side of his face lightly. Shutting off the light, she tossed his clothes into the laundry bin and got back into bed. Wrapping an arm around his waist, she curled her body around his, his back warm against her chest. Her hand slid underneath his arm, and rested just under the curve of his neck. Her fingertips felt his heart beating pulse, his breath, warm on her hand. They slept, Angel exhausted from the long day, Nick, taking advantage and happy to be in his own bed for one more night. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sometime in the night, Nick awake, needing to relieve himself, his fondness of apple juice getting the best of him. He laid there for a few moments, groggy and too lazy to get up. Sighing softly, he knew he couldn't make it til morning. He unwrapped himself from Angel's grasp and slid out of bed, shivering all the way to and from the bathroom. On the way back, he stopped at the doors to close the breeze out. Staring up at the shining stars for a moment, shivering again, he made his way back to bed. He laid there for some time, trying to fall asleep again, to no avail. Since he'd been sleeping most of the day, his mind was wide awake now, and raced with all the upcoming events, all the things he'll be locked into, all the days of non~stop work ahead of him. Frowning slightly, he turned to looked at Angel, who was still sleeping, unaffected by all his tossing and turning. Nick's inability to be by himself and sit still for too long, forced him out of bed again. He grabbed his robe and stomped downstairs, annoyed and bored. Pouring himself another glass of juice, he padded around the house, aimlessly. Going from room to room, absently checking doors and locks and not finding anything to keep himself occupied, he reluctantly headed back upstairs. Eyes gazing to the door, he decided outside was a good choice. Grabbing a stored~away lounge chair from the corner of their bedroom, Nick lugged it back out onto the porch. Forgetting to shut the door behind him, he sat down, and sipped his juice, watching the night sky. His robe had opened, the warm breeze still making him shiver a bit. Setting his drink on the ground, he grabbed the hem of his robe, meaning to close it and thought, 'Eh~ the hell with it.' Looking down on himself, he frowned at the way his stomach creased into a little roll while he sat. 'One good thing about touring....I'll be in a lot better shape. Damn mom for all her meals.....' He thought fondly of her cooking. His hand grazed his groin lightly, giving him an idea for curing his boredom. Wrapping his fingers around his flaccid cock, he slowly stroked himself, not really into it, but liking the feeling nonetheless. He spread his legs, each thrown over the ends of the lounge chair, his robe falling completely away to his sides. Watching his own hand pump himself til he was hard, his thumb rubbed the tip lightly, making him involuntarily moan softly. Closing his eyes, he imagined Angel sucking him, his mind lost in his own pleasure. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Angel shivered in her sleep, a light breeze blowing in from the open door, ruffling the loose sheets around her. Reaching for Nick and not finding him, she opened her eyes slowly, annoyed at the idea of having to get up to shut the door. Toying with the thought that she could wait til Nick came back from the bathroom, she held out by curling in a ball for warmth. After what seemed like too long to be in the bathroom, she glanced at the clock beside her, before getting out of bed. Only 1 AM. A chill ran through her, but deciding it would take longer to find her robe and put it on, she'd just quickly get the door shut and run back to bed. Lifting the sheer curtain away, she grabbed the door handle and glanced out as she began pulling it closed. Stopping when she noticed a foot hanging off a chair, her sleepy mind tried to make some sense. Leaning into the door, her eyes grew wide with the sight before her, awakening her instantly. Her hand flew to her mouth, trying to stifle a gasp. Not that she hasn't seen this before, but it was different knowing he didn't know she was watching. His head was thrown back, his back arching a bit while his hand pumped his cock in long, rough strokes. She saw his toes curl into the astroturf on the patio floor, the fingers of his free hand wrapped tightly around the armrest. A light glistening of perspiration on his face and chest led her to the conclusion she was catching the tail end of the show. Feeling a tad guilty at the thought of spying, it was quickly dismissed as Nick let out a low groan, his fingers tugging at the head of his cock. Angel felt her lower body responding to the vision in front of her. A dull aching began to throb deep within, she tightened her legs together, trying to rid herself of it without having to stop watching him. Her lips parted, her eyes watched him intently, glazing over. Nick's face scrunched up, little wrinkles by his eyes becoming apparent in his intense pleasure. She watched his hand fly over his thick cock, now coated with his slick pre~cum, his fingers glistening and pumping in a fevered pace. His chest heaved with heart pounding, deep breaths as he neared his climax. Angel's own breath became ragged, her own heart pounding hard. She couldn't believe how hot this made her. Her insides burned with a aching only he can eventually dull. In an instant, she saw him cum, a look of pure relief on his face. With a moan he was trying in vain to keep quiet, he shot his load into the air, his fingers slowing his strokes, rubbing the tip as he came, waves of pleasure washing over his body from end to end. He breathed hard, all movements coming to a stop. Opening his eyes again, he sniffed and ran a hand through his dampened hair, willing Angel back to matters at hand. She tiptoed quickly back into bed, pulling the sheets around her. Wide~eyed, she didn't know what to think. Would he be angry if she told him? Would she feel horribly guilty for keeping it from him? Damn, that was hot, though. Fearing she'll never get to witness that again, she made a quick decision to keep it to herself. 'No need to give the boy a complex.......' She reasoned. She heard Nick click the door closed and head for the bathroom. Closing her eyes, she tried to fall back asleep.......quickly. Nick padded back to her, she felt him throw his robe on the foot of the bed and finally, crawl in beside her. Her aching intensified with the feel of his body heat radiating to her side of the bed. She wanted him. She needed him. Nick slid an arm around her, for his usual sleeping arrangement. He felt her body stiffen at his touch. His brow furrowed in wonder and slight worry. Whispering near her ear, "Angel...? You awake?...." Angel made another quick decision. Rolling over into his arms, she "sleepily" opened her eyes to meet his. "Hmmmmmmmm........." she muttered as incoherently as possible. Now that he woke her up, Nick didn't know what to say. Making his own quick decision, he did what he always does when he needs to get out of something. Bending his head to hers, he met her lips gently, developing it into a passionate kiss. Angel wrapped her arms around him, more than welcoming his advances. She needed him soon.....now. The throbbing pounded inside her with every touch of his fingers, every feel of his lips on her. She wasted no time in preparing him again. Grabbing hold of his shaft, she tugged at him, willing him to life again. Rubbing her thumb quickly over the tiny hole, around and around the tip, he grew harder and harder. Nick ran a hand down the length of her body, massaging her inner thighs for a moment before slipping a finger inside her folds, trying to get her ready, too. Surprise flashed in his eyes when he found her so wet she was nearly dripping. He pulled back for a second to look her in the eye. She stared back, afraid he would know. His eyebrows arched in wonder. In another quick decision, or maybe denial, his face softened, 'Naw......no way', He thought. He dipped his mouth to her neck and greedily nibbled. Angel, sighing in relief, pulled his hand away from her and parted her legs, urging him on. Nick settled between, prying them farther apart. He ran a hand along her thigh, up her stomach and over her nipple, bringing his lips down to lick expertly. Angel closed her eyes and settled back against her pillow. She played with a few strands of his hair and massaged his scalp, engrossed in the tingling sensations coursing through her body. In one quick thrust, Nick jammed himself deep within her, both of them groaning loudly. "Oh yeah, Nick......More......" Nick held himself up on his elbows and pumped in and out, Angel meeting his hips, wanting more of him. "Faster Nicky...Faster......." Nick quickened his pace, aroused even more at her own need for him. She clamped around him, both if them moaning through each thrust. Her legs wrapped around his thick waist, her fingers making indentations in his fleshy backside, urging him for more. Her head tilted way back into her pillow, exposing her neck for Nick's own tasting pleasure. He licked and nibbled as best as he could through his hurried pumping. "Harder Nick....." He slammed himself into her again and again, trying to satisfy her insatiable need for him. He didn't know where this came from, but he definitely liked this side of her. Giving up on her neck, he tossed his head back in his own ecstasy, his arms straining from his weight. Angel held onto his ass, as he rocked her body over and over in a rough and tumble fashion. Sweat broke out within both of them, their faces glowing in the heat, Angel's fingers slipping every so often from his slick skin. Both lost in their own sensations, knowing the other was being satisfied, they kept their hard and hurried pace. Angel opened her eyes, taking in her view. Rocking together, Nick's eyes clamped shut, lines of sweat trailing his face, grunts of pleasure coming from his parted lips. Angel felt her blessed relief coming to a peak, as much as she wanted the feeling to never end, she needed it just as much. Closing her eyes again, she let him take her over the edge. She dug her nails into his back, riding out every sensation to the fullest. Nick felt her tighten, and her juices flow around him, giving him the go ahead to end his own impending need. Almost totally spent, her muscles turned to mush as Nick continued pumping into her. Blackness swirled in her head, the heat between them making her dizzy. She heard Nick groan loudly, and that's was it. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Angel?! Angel!!!!!!!!!!" She opened her eyes up to find a very worried looking Nick staring back down at her. She groaned as he pulled out of her and held her close against him. Sounding alarmed, "You okay?!?!?!.......I think you passed out!!!!" He said, incredulously. Not quite with him, she shook her head yes. At least she thought she was okay. One second you're with me, the next, you're completely limp and out!!!!!!..........You sure you're okay?!?!?!?" He practically yelled. Angel took a deep breath, her skin cooling now. Her whole body felt like Jell-O, she couldn't move if she tried right now. "Yeah........I think I just got a little overheated...." She reasoned. Her senses slowly came back to her, she guessed he was right. For a second she passed out. He kissed her damp forehead, holding her close despite the heat between them. "Geez....I'm sorry.....I thought that's what you wanted........" A touch of regret tinted his voice. Angel turned to face him, making sure to grab his gaze. "Don't you do that Nick! THAT is what I wanted.......and you were damn good at it....." She added with a smirk. He gave her a side grin, his worry falling away. "Besides....." She offered, "......it's not often you're practically loved to death!" She giggled against his chest. She lay in his arms and let her mind drift off, leaving him to his thoughts. His ego being stroked as it was, he couldn't help but let his macho side out. 'Wow', he thought to himself, 'I bet none of the other guys have ever done this!!!........I bet even AJ would be impressed!!' Smiling to himself, he slipped out of bed and went to the bathroom to wash up. Returning, he stared down on her sleeping form, amazed at himself. 'I really KNOCKED her ass out!!' He thought to himself, impressed at his prowess. Done stroking his ego, he crawled back into bed, pulling her to him, snuggling his face in her damp neck. Angel awoke to Nick's breath hot on her face. She turned in his arms and found him still awake. He kissed her lips gently, sweetly. She returned it with more input. His fingers massaged the length of her body, the small of her back. Pulling away, she touched his face lightly, tracing his perfectly shaped eyebrow, down his cheek and up to his ear, finally resting on the back of his neck. "Again, Nick......" She whispered against his lips before capturing them in another lock. Nick lifted her thigh above his leg, allowing him access in between. Taking hold of himself, he stroked his cock back to life once again, hoping his newly found ego wouldn't diminish with his non~cooporating body. To his relief, he felt the stirrings and smiled to himself at her eagerness. He took it easy on her, doing her slowly, letting the feelings rise and plateau. Taking her down again, and bringing her back up over and over til she could take no more. They played the little game the rest of the night. Another no~sleep~required evening under their belts. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The alarm sounded, waking Angel out of her deep sleep. Slamming her hand down to stop the noise, she groaned in annoyance of the morning. Sighing loudly, she opened her eyes. Turning to Nick, she hated to do it, but they were already on "the schedule." She figured it would probably be bad to be late before they even get there. Nudging him lightly, he rolled over, burying his face in his arms. He heard the alarm, but couldn't move. She let him be and got up herself. Her insides felt like they've been rearranged. She walked to the bathroom like she had a 2X4 stuck up her. "Damn.......gotta give that a rest...." She humored. Taking a shower and putting on her "traveling clothes", she went to Nick and sat beside his sprawled out body. The sheet was tightly wrapped around his waist, his bare chest rising and falling again with sleep. "Come on Nicky......time to go baby........" She said softly, trying to shake him awake. Kissing his forehead and making her way down his face, she left light kisses along the way. Nick opened his eyes, squinting at the light. He sighed loudly, staring up at her. She touched his chest, resting her palm near his heart. "Let's get up.......okay?" She asked, cautiously. She knew how he can be in the mornings, and especially on days when he may not want to get up at all, he can be a complete bear. Today fell in that category. "K.........." was all he said before rolling over and sitting on the edge. His arms hung limply on the bed, his face in a sleepy eyed, half awake state. She tried to smooth down his crazy hair to no avail, giving up. "Go take a shower before your hair decides that's a good look for you......." Despite his current awareness, he grinned a little and slid himself off the bed heading for the bathroom. She watched his ass jiggle with every step, smiling at his utter cuteness. The phone rang, bringing her out of her thought. "Hello?" "Hey Angel, it's Kevin.......The van's gonna be there in about 30 minutes to pick ya'll up.......Ya'll 'bout ready?" He said cheerfully in his southern drawl. That was one thing she loved was listening to him talk. Even if it did take him forever to get through a few sentences. Smiling, "Yeah Kev, we're ready. We'll be on time, don't start worrying already....." She teased. Kevin chuckled in her ear. ".....Allright, allright....fair enough. I'll see you guys in a couple hours then......" Hanging up the phone, Angel made up the once clean sheets on the bed. 'Eh~ I'll wash em next time.......' She thought, letting herself off the hook. She went in the bathroom and packed up the rest of their things, stealing glances at Nick drying himself off in the mirror's reflection. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ They grabbed a quick breakfast and waited for the van to show up. Nick stepped outside to take in some last few visuals of his beloved sea. Angel walked around the house, reassuring herself that they had everything, that everything was off and locked down. Coming back to the living room, she stepped outside to Nick. He was leaning on the railing watching the seagulls get their own breakfast. Wrapping her arms around his back, she inhaled his clean scent and warm skin. They stood silently for a few moments before the sound of the van's horn broke the spell. Turning in her arms, Nick's hugged her tightly. "Well.......That's that I guess......" Angel squeezed him and kissed his lips sweetly. "Let's go......" She said, taking his hand in hers. With one last look behind him, he followed her to the door. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Angel watched Nick and the driver load all their belongings into the van. She couldn't believe how much luggage they had. Bag after bag went in, carrying their whole life in them. She sighed quietly and sat on the front step. "Ya ready?" Nick asked, squinting into the sun. Angel got up, and straightened the little red Honeywell security sign next to the tree. Satisfied, she took one last look, and got in the van. Nick slid in beside her, looking out the window. She cuddled up next to him, he rested his head on hers, knowing her thoughts. As the van drove out of the complex, she waved a good-bye to George at the gatehouse, smiling as they passed. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "HEYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!! WWWAAAAAZZZZZZZZUUUUPPPPPPPPP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Nick was all smiles when they reached the buses. Clapping Brian on the back, and giving AJ a big bear hug, Nick was on his way to getting back into his element. It was customary for all they guys to ride together for at least the first week. It gave them time to catch up, regroup and get their heads in sync with each other. It left the bus very crowded, but fun nonetheless. Angel didn't have to worry about cleaning......not with Kevin around. So, she usually relaxed and tried to enjoy herself and all the company around her. The guys chatted enthusiastically for a bit before boarding. Everyone seemed in good spirits. She didn't want to ruin their apparent excitement, so kept a bit to herself. She was a tad bit melancholy about it this year. Or, maybe it was just a plain old, "I~need~a~nap" attitude. Brian crept up beside her, smiling and looking for a hug. That broke her grim face into a wide grin as she hugged him tightly. "HEY HEY HEY! Git yer hands off my woman!" Nick teased, prying Brian off her. Nick gathered her in his arms, bringing her head to his chest, stroking her hair gently. "Ya tired?" Angel sighed, and nodded, tightening her arms around his waist. "Let's get on......." He offered, letting go and taking her hand in his. They boarded. Another bus. Soon to be their home for months on end. While they all gathered in the little sitting area, Angel unloaded all their food she brought from home. AJ was right behind her, picking off this and that for himself. She laughed at him, as he turned up his nose at the bags of fruit she placed on the counter. Nick had returned from hooking up his video consoles and throwing his games all over the back of the bus. "Ya already slobbin' up the place, bro?" Kevin directed at him, teasing. Nick rolled his eyes and grabbed Angel's hand. They walked to the middle to where all the bunks are. "Which ones mine?" She asked, looking around. "This one. " He replied, pointing at the bottom farthest back one. "Oh.....Which ones yours?" She inquired, still looking around. "This one." He answered, pointing at the same bunk. Angel smiled, shaking her head. "We both can't fit in there Nick......" "Oh yes we will! I'll be damned if I ain't sleepin' next to you......." He warned, with a hint of a smile. He bent down and crawled in, scooting himself all the way to the back against the wall of the bus. "Come on, get in......." He waved at her, opening his arms. Chewing on her lip for a moment, "Hang on......." She went to the bags they left out of the cargo and yanked out their dark green velvet blanket. Returning, she spread it out over him and climbed in. Nick pulled it up over them, tucking it around her and shutting the black curtain to their bunk, leaving them in total darkness. "See? we're fine in here." Nick's back was shoved to the wall, Angel's knee was forced in between his legs, both of them having no choice but to be on their sides. Angel half laid on top of him, just to get the curtain closed. "Yeah.......cozy." She replied, half kidding, half not. Nick wrapped his arms around her tightly, the sound of the engine below them roaring as they sped down the highway towards some city far away. "A few hours sleep, and we'll be good as new." He decided, closing his eyes. Angel did the same, waiting for sleep to take over. It wasn't long before she felt his traveling hands find the hem of her hooded sweatshirt. She kept quiet until his fingers reached for the button on her jeans. "Nick......." She whispered loudly. "SHHHHHHHHH..........They'll hear you....." He warned. His fingers worked down her zipper finding what he was looking for. Angel sighed against his neck, 'So much for a nap.' She thought, and reached for his zipper.................. ~.THE END.~                                                                                   Back to Index