*takes bat and bashes her stupid computer*
Sorry, I think its time to either upgrade to a new software for my compy or throw it away, it either crashes on me when I get popups or it just crashes. Any computer whiz here to help me out?? *looks around hopefully*
Anyway, I haven't had time to complete this chapter yet since RL caught up with me again, but I thought I'd post this bit first as it can act as a stand alone chapter for now. I'd post the rest when i get it written up.
IzzyEvans2201_PuertoRico hey hun, I had no idea it was your b-day that day. Happy belated birthday!! :new-bday: Oh cool another Evanescence/Amy fan!!! I'm totally addicted to them!! And I agree, Amy has such a harmonizing voice.....
Thanks for the bump! *hugz*
And without further ado......
Part 13A
The following day, Liz felt as if she was floating on cloud nine. Last night, she and Max had gone to see Troy. Excellent movie, and a naked Brad Pitt had been a plus! Max had gotten a bit pissed off when she unconsciously breathed out "Wow.....!" when they had shown the full naked backside of Achilles. Max had leaned in and whispered seductively in her ear "He's got nothing compared to me." He then proceeded to nibble her earlobe and kiss down her neck, which fired up Liz's blood to a boiling point.
For dinner, they went to a cozy French restaurant. The setting was perfect for couples to enjoy a romantic night out together. From the single white candles which sat in the center of each table for light, to the chestnut wood panel walls and screen dividers for privacy if one wanted a cozy cabin feel yet required some privacy. Romantic music strummed softly in the background.
Once seated, and their orders taken, Max reached across the table and held Liz's hand in his. They had spent the rest of their meal talking just about everything whilst feeding each other morsels of food. The googley eye staring at one another also couldn't be helped! The restaurant had been a place of magical romance where all fuzzy tingly feeling for one another was brought out to share with a loved one; or at least some one you cared for deeply.
Luckily their friends hadn't been there to witness them! they'd never hear the end of the gagging and teasing jokes.
After dinner, they went back to Max's place. It was that night that changed the course of their relationship.
After another scorching dance lesson, they had snuggled up together on the sofa to relax and enjoy each others company. Classical music played soothingly on the stereo.
"Max, what's on your mind?" Liz had asked.
"It... it's nothing."
"Max, tell me. You've been silent for a full 15 minutes."
Silence.
"Liz, I know we haven't been going out for very long, but already I'm having these warm fuzzy tingly feelings about us. And I really like it when we spend time together." Max laced his fingers with Liz's.
"You are?" Liz smiled and looked down at their joined hands. "Me too." She said shyly.
Max took a deep breath. Good, he wasn't alone in this, they were on the same wavelength.
Ok, moment of truth.
"I.... I think I'm in love with you Liz. I don't know how it happened, but it has." Max held his breath.
Liz snuggled into the crook of his neck and breathed in his scent. She was silent for a while as she digested his confession.
Max loved her.
Her, quiet Liz Parker who most guys stayed clear of since they thought she was too quiet and boring. Either that or perhaps she just wasn't pretty enough.
She began to kiss his neck.
"I love you too Max." Liz giggled when she noticed Max holding his breath for her reaction. "You can breathe now."
Max expelled a breath, and was soon kissing Liz back with abandon. Soon they were caught up in a passionate haze of kisses and caresses as they tried to get closer to each other.
"Max....." Liz breathed in a whisper.
Max kissed a trail of open mouthed kisses along her neck, collar bone then down between the V of her evening dress. His hands undid her zipper behind her back and his hands wandered into the fabric to caress her naked skin.
Somewhere in the back of her mind through the foggy haze, Liz knew things were heating up real fast and would be leading onto something more serious in their relationship.
"Max."
Liz pushed at his chest to get his attention. Max stopped what he was doing and looked down at her. They stared at each other. Suddenly Max clicked on. At the rate he was going, he'd be making love to her on his sofa then and there!
"Oh god! Sorry! Liz, I'm so sorry!" Max quickly sat up and Liz followed suit. She sat here looking at him, then smiled to herself. She reached out a hand and caressed his cheek so he would meet her gaze.
"Max, look at me."
Max slowly turned his head and looked at her guiltily. Liz found his expression rather adorable. God how she loved this man. Though they hadn't been going out for very long, in her heart, she felt as though she'd known him her entire life. But a small niggle of fear still played in her unsure shy heart.
"You won't break my heart will you Max?" She looked at him with wide innocent brown eyes.
"Not intentionally, no. I love you Liz. I don't want to hurt you, ever. I'll be honest with you, if I do hurt you, it will be unintentional; but I will try with all my heart to make everyday of your life a happy one." He placed a kiss on her palm.
Liz straddled his lap and leaned in to kiss him again. He liked her for who she was, there was no pretences or hidden expectations of her. He
loved her for who she was. Simple Liz Parker.
Her hands pulled up his shirt from his pants and began to unbutton it. Liz felt Max grab her writs to stop her. She looked at him and was met with his intense concerned gaze.
"Liz, are you sure you want this? We haven't been together for very long; I don't want you to have any regrets."
Liz bit her lower lip. "Will you?"
"No! of course not! Liz, I've wanted you from the first time I saw you. The way you make me feel, no other woman has come close."
"Good, I'm happy to hear." She gave him a quick peck on the lips. "I won't regret this Max. It's what I want as much as you do."
"Are you sure?"
Liz laughed.
"Yes Max. No regrets."
Max lifted her up and carried her to his bedroom where they made love for the first time together. And Max had been right, Brad Pitt had nothing compared to Max Evans in the derriere department, or any department for that matter.
Liz snapped out of her thoughts when Maria breezed into the kitchen and poured herself some coffee.
"Morning Liz. I didn't hear you come in last night."
"Um, I came in really late." Yeah, if late translates to early this morning.
"So how was your date with Max?"
Liz gave a dreamy sigh. "Perfect." She almost purred.
Maria raised an eyebrow at her friend's cloud nine expression. The something clicked.
"Oh my god! Liz, you did and Max--"
"None of your business Maria." Liz said cutting her off, and practically floated out the room.
"You guys did didn't you?!" Maria called out, but was only met with silence.
Turning back to her coffee she gave mischievous chuckle.
Mission accomplished.
TBC!!!
