Chapter 49

“Happy belated birthday my friend.” Fran shouted when Kim opened the door. She laughed.

“Thanks Fran. Come on in.”

Fran entered Kim’s apartment and greeted Kidd and Sambo, before they both sat down and the already set breakfast table.

“Here Kim this is for you.” Fran handed her a neatly wrapped present, when Kim gave her a cup of coffee.

“Oh, Fran, you shouldn’t have.” Kim told her when she reached for the box.

“Hey, it’s your birthday, of course I should. Open it!” her best friend told her.

Kim grinned and carefully un-wrapped her present. Inside the box she found her favorite candy, a painted picture showing her and the dogs from Jason, some gorgeous silver bangles and another long box. She looked at Fran questioning.

“Open it. I hope you don’t mind.”

Now her curiosity was really awaken and she set the bigger box aside to check out the inside of the second box. When she opened it, she stared at the item in shock at first and felt the heat creeping into her face. Then a soft chuckle escaped her lips.

Fran watched her carefully. She wasn’t sure if Kim was really ready for it when she bought it, but when she saw her friend today, she knew she was right. She finally found the courage to do the next step in her relationship with Jon.

“How did you know?” Kim asked still a little embarrassed when she took the deep purple vibrator out of the box.

“I didn’t. I just hoped that the change of scenery and the fact that you and Jon would be really alone for the first time, without any friends and dogs around, would do the trick.” She paused shortly.

“And I was right.”

Kim grinned. “So obvious, huh?”

“Nah, only for people who know you…your eyes are shining…well, and I bet you are sore as hell, the way you walk.” Fran told her laughing and got up to hug her dearly.

“Yeah, you can say that. But I don’t mind at all.” She joined the laughter.

“Why would you…he is one sexy guy and I bet he was nothing but sweet.”

“Shhh, don’t say that…could ruin his reputation.” Kim laughed out loud about Fran’s confused face and told her about the picnic and other events of their vacation.

“God, girl how could you tell him about the wet lingerie contest?” Fran asked groaning.

“Well, I guess the fact that I was a little tipsy helped a lot.” Kim told her dryly and couldn’t help but giggle a little.

“So, how was your time with Richie while I was gone. Did you see each other or was he back in California?” Kim asked curious.

“No, he was here most of the time. Went back to Ava for only a weekend, because she was spending the other weekend with her girlfriends.” Fran went silent.

“What’s wrong Fran?” Kim asked a little worried.

“Wrong? Nothing…well, not really.” She started.

“Come on, something is nagging on you, tell me.” Kim told her.

“There are several things…” Kim looked at her a little irritated.

“First of all he wants me to meet his mother, and shortly after that his ex-wife.”

“Okaaaaay, but you knew that this would come, right?” Kim asked her softly.

“Yeah, but I thought we’re still miles away from that. What if his mother hates me? Or thinks I’m only after his money?” Fran said nervously.

“Oh, Fran. I don’t think she will think that. Don’t forget she raised the man you love. And he wasn’t seeing a gold digger in you, so why should she.”

“Maybe you are right.” Fran agreed slowly.

“Well, and about his ex-wife…sweetie, she probably wants to get to know the woman her daughter spent time with and will in her future. Wouldn’t you want to know about the person Jason is spending time with?” Kim pointed out.

“Maybe you are right. She is a mother too after all and even though I’m sure she trusts Rich when it comes down to their daughter, it’s always something different to see it with your own eyes.”

“Right. I don’t think you should worry about those meetings. Just be your natural self and everything will be fine.”

Fran nodded but still only picked at her breakfast. Kim grinned shortly. Fran could never eat when she was worried.

“Come on Fran spill it!” Her best friend looked up hesitant.

“Rich and I had a fight.” She whispered.

“About what?” Kim asked concerned.

“Money.”

“What? ….I’m sorry, but I can’t follow you, Fran.” Kim said confused.

“Well, it all started with him being at my place when I got my monthly bills and Jason at the same time begging me for new skates. You know he really needs some new ones, he is growing so damn fast right now…” Kim wanted to say something, but Fran stopped her.

“Don’t say, it’s already taking care off.”

“Richie bought him new ones.” Kim clarified. Fran nodded.

“Yeah, beside other things.”

“And you mind that he is buying Jason stuff?” Kim wondered.

“No, not really…Jason is a great kid, he deserves to get something new from time to time like his friends get and not the used stuff I always have to buy him, but I don’t want him to take those things for granted. And I don’t want him to like Richie just because of the things he is buying him.”

Kim nodded. Fran and her had a huge fight a couple years ago, because every time Jason was saying he wanted a new toy Kim got it for him. She thought she was helping Fran with it, because of the little money she had to live with, but her best friend felt terrible, because she couldn’t buy her son things on her own. They finally agreed that Kim would only buy him things after she talked with Fran about it.

“Did you tell Richie how you are feeling about it?” Kim asked gently.

“No, before I had the chance he told me he wants to give me access to his accounts, so I don’t have to worry about the bills or buying Jason stuff anymore. Can you imagine that? He must have a fortune on his bank accounts. I don’t wanna have access to them.”

“He didn’t understand, right.” Kim asked.

“No. We had a huge fight about it. Told me he wants to know I’m taking care of when they are touring. I said I was fine before he showed up, so why wouldn’t I be when he is on Tour. I will not depend on him financial, I never did. I always could take care of myself and my kid.”

By now Kim could hear the anger mixed with fear in Fran’s voice. She knew this was a very sensitive subject for her best friend, which wasn’t surprising when you knew the way she grew up and was raised by her parents. Kim knew it was very hard for Fran to talk about this time and she doubted she’d already told Richie. He would have probably not make the offer if he’d known.

Chapter 48

Back in New York they stopped at Jon’s place. Kim would go back to her place later after they talked about his busy schedule which would come up with the band’s album release and the Premiere of their documentary.

“So, it’ll be busy you said. That means what exactly?” Kim asked while sitting down at his dining table.

“That means: Radio interviews, TV interviews, short performances and appearances on TV, photo shots, video shots and non-stop flying around and being tired.” Jon said without major enthusiasms. This was the part of his job he didn’t like. He wanted to play live, not mock in front of stupid cameras.

“Wow, that really sounds busy.” Kim said and wondered how they should manage to stay in contact let alone meet during that time.

“Do you already know when all this interviews will take place or does your management surprises you with them in the morning?”

“Well, they better don’t.” he replied dryly. “I think I have a print of the schedule somewhere…I’ll be right back.” He jumped up and left for his office and returned a couple minutes later.

“Here, that’s the print for the kids. I’ll email you a copy of it.” Jon said when he put the schedule on the table. He always gave his kids the schedule so they would at least know where he was.

“Wow, how do you manage to stay in touch with your family?” she wondered when she browsed through the papers.

“I simply make some room for them…and for you.” He added softly and wrapped his arms around her.

“Everybody knows that family comes first, not only mine but the families of all us guys. My kids can always call me, doesn’t matter how late or early it is…and the same goes for you.” Jon told her seriously.

Kim smiled softly. “Ok, but the same goes for you. Doesn’t matter if you wake me or not, if you wanna call me, you just do it.”

“Ok, deal.” He agreed, even though he would probably not have the heart to wake her in the middle of the night.

“Is there any chance the kids will meet you on the road?” Kim asked while checking the Tour dates and marking the days he would be in New York or close by in her calendar. She would try to take these days off. Her colleagues wouldn’t be too happy about it, but she took over their shifts so often and had so many long hours that she didn’t feel really guilty about it.

“Well, of course they shouldn’t miss too much school, but they will be at the shows here in New York, they will all fly in for the London shows, maybe you can take some vacation time too and come with them?” Jon suggested.

“I’ll try.” Kim nodded and marked the weeks in her calendar as well. She hoped she wouldn’t get a complicated case in those weeks. She wouldn’t be able to leave the kid with one of her colleagues. It just wasn’t her style. Her patients could count on her being there and not jetting around the globe.

Jon watched her carefully while she wrote the Tour dates down. Since they were back in New York she was no longer as relaxed as she had been in Napa Valley. It seemed as if the smoothing and calm atmosphere there helped her to push her sadness aside and it was coming back.

“Honey, what’s wrong?” he asked softly and kissed her temple. She smiled shortly.

“I’m fine, Jon.” She patted his hand which was resting on her right shoulder.

“You are thinking about Tyson, right?” Jon squeezed her shoulder when she nodded agreeing.

“I was just thinking that I can’t go with you to Europe when I have such a case. I can’t leave the kid or his parents alone in such a situation.”

“Kimi, I totally understand that.” He wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close.

“I would never ask you to come with me when you have to deal with such a case. I would probably be a little bit grumpy…but that’s something Rich and the guys have to deal with.” She chuckled softly.

“Poor Richie.”

“Nah, poor me. He will probably be the same when Fran can’t come.” Jon pointed out.

“Then we better hope we can make it.” Kim whispered.

“I’m sure you will.” Jon encouraged her.

“Yeah, you are probably right. Enough of this!” She suddenly said resolute and straighten her back.

“So, the kids will only see you in London and here?”

“That’s the plan so far……Oh, and Romeo will see his first show on his birthday in D.C. He is already totally excited about it.”

“He never saw a show before?” Kim wondered.

“Nope, when he was younger he reacted rather sensitive to loud sound. So we agreed on waiting until he was a little older. He begged me during the last leg of the last Tour, but I told he has to wait until he’s six years old. He was over the moon when he figured out there’s a show on his birthday.” Jon explained grinning.

Kim grinned as well. “You made sure there’s a show on his birthday, right?”

Jon nodded. “Guilty!”

“So how high are the chances that pap-rats will get a picture of us when I come to the shows?” Kim asked a little nervous. Jon wrapped his arms around her again, calming her.

“Well, they ain’t allowed inside the venue, I would say the fans taking picture is a much bigger chance inside.” Kim nodded. “But I really wanted you to come to the premiere of the docu with me, honey.” Jon continued softly.

She nodded again. “I know, but can you imagine the press’ reaction when we show up together there for the first time?”

Jon frowned. “You are right. Our relationship would be all over the press, but nothing about the band. That’s not what I want. It wouldn’t be fair to the guys.”

“Yeah.” Kim agreed. “So any idea? Any events for you before the premiere?”

“Nope, actually we try to limit our public appearances before an album release is announced. I’m pretty much not existing in the public for the next few weeks.” He told her.

“Interesting.” Kim checked her calendar again. “I have a charity event in the Central Park Boats House over at the park in two weeks. Care to join me?” She asked with a little smile.

“Yeah, sure. Everybody will be surprised because my name isn’t on the guest list. That should be fun.” Jon grinned as he imagined the press’ reaction.

“You really enjoy making fun of them, right?” Kim asked.

“Hell yeah. They are way too easy.” Jon laughed.

Chapter 47

The next morning Kim woke up before Jon. Smiling she turned and watched him sleeping. His hair was all tousled and his arms were wrapped firmly around her. God, she just loved him!

She sighed softly. Hopefully she didn’t disappoint him last night. When they could finally talk again after their love making in the hot tube, they had some champagne and fed each other with some chocolate covered strawberries.

After a while the hot water in combination with the alcohol was getting to her, so she decided to cool of under the outdoor shower. Just when she’d stepped under the refreshing spray, she could feel  Jon pressing himself against her back. He kissed her neck and shoulders gently and wrapped her arms around her waist.

She snuggled a little closer to him and enjoined the closeness between them.

“Lean forward, honey.” He whispered softly in her ear. She froze, she couldn’t move. She didn’t mind doing it again already, even though she was sure she wouldn’t be able to walk the next day, but the thought of him standing behind her just upset her. She didn’t feel comfortable with that idea.

“Kimi?” he asked when she didn’t move. Slowly she turned around in his arms and looked at him.

“Jon, I can’t.” she whispered nervously. He paused shortly.

“I understand…it was too much today.” He kissed her softly.

“No, that’s not what I mean.” Kim pushed him away a bit. He frowned irritated.

“I…well, I mean you…uhm…behind me…that’s uhm…I don’t feel comfortable with it.” She finally admitted.

“Oh, honey…that’s ok, really...I didn’t know.” Jon pulled her close and let his fingers ran through her wet hair.

“When you don’t like it, we don’t do it.” He assured her.

She was relieved that he took it so well, but this morning she was thinking that she might have been a little coward. Maybe it wouldn’t have been so bad.

Jon stirred in his sleep and moved lightly away from her. Carefully she freed herself from him and slipped off the bed. Before entering the bathroom Kim ordered some breakfast and coffee.

When she was enjoying the warmth of the water, her mind drifted back to last night. He wasn’t really disappoint when she told him off. Or maybe he just covered it up very well. She sighed and dropped her head forward so the spray could massage her neck and shoulders. Just when she was about to step off the shower, Jon’s hands slipped around her waist.

“Why didn’t you wake me, honey? We could have showered together.” He asked while nuzzling at her neck. She smiled softly at his gentleness.

“I thought you’d like to sleep a little longer.” She told him and let her hands glide over his firm chest. “Besides I needed to think.”

Jon frowned lightly and stopped her hands from roaming over his body.

“About what?” he asked irritated.

Please don’t tell me she’s having second thoughts now?

“About last night.” She answered a little embarrassed with her eyes still glued to his chest. She just couldn’t get herself to look him in the eye.

“Kimi, what are you talking about?” he tilted her chin softly to look her in the eye. She sighed and a light blush was creeping into her face.

“I mean, me telling you to stop under the shower…I…” she started, but Jon interrupted her.

“Whoa, wait a second, honey.” Gently he framed her face with his hands. “I told you it’s fine. I would feel terrible if you did something you don’t feel comfortable with just because of me.”

Kim was blushing even more and tried to take a step back from him, but Jon didn’t let her this time. Instead he wrapped his arms tightly around her.

“Kimi, this is all still new for you. It takes some time to get comfortable with it.” He kissed her temple softly. “And maybe in a couple months you feel different about it and wanna try it out.”

She smiled shortly. “Or maybe you’ll never try it, but honey both is completely 100% fine with me.” Jon assured her while looking into her blue eyes.

“Ok?”

 “Yeah.” Kim said and kissed him thankfully.

“Good, how about we get our day started now. We have to fly back later today.” Jon reminded her.

“Right, and we still need to walk around the lake.” Kim said and hurried to get out of the shower.

After their breakfast they left their lodge and started their walk around the lake. The surroundings of the Resort were simply beautiful. The mountains with their trees were still dowsed in soft fog and the purl of the creek was the only sound that was accompanying them on their way.

From time to time Kim stopped and took pictures of this unreal world. She really wished she could stay longer here with Jon. Here they both weren’t busy. Here she didn’t have to worry about media attention. Here they could just walk hand in hand and enjoy being together.

After they had rounded the better part of the lake, Kim spotted an old wine barrel with a picnic basket right on the lake’s edge.

“Well, that would have been a good idea.” Kim said. It was already lunch time and she was getting a little hungry.

“True.” Jon answered and walked over to the barrel to pick up one of the wine bottles which sat in a basket on top of it and opened it.

“Jon what are you doing?” Kim asked astonished. Someone would probably show up any minute to enjoy the picnic.

“I’m preparing the wine for our lunch, honey.” He answered grinning

“You ordered the picnic.” She asked surprised. He nodded.

“Yep, I have to make sure you get enough to eat, right. Come on sit down with me, honey.” He padded the blanket which he spread out on the grass.

“You are sweet.” Kim said while sitting down next to him.

“Shhh, don’t ruin my reputation.”

Kim laughed out loud. “Well, I think your fans don’t see the super hard rock star in you anyway.”

Jon looked at her puzzled. She grinned and tasted a piece of cheese slowly, making him wait for an explanation even longer.

“Why do you think that?” he finally asked while watching her swallowing slowly.

“Well, the internet is full of fan-pages and forums. Quite interesting.”

He starred at her. “You googled me?”

“Yes, do you mind?” Kim set her glass of wine down again. Maybe she should have told him earlier, but it hadn’t been a big deal for her. Actually Fran suggested it, when she asked her a couple things about the band.

“Well, you could have asked me. I already told you that.” Jon said a bit angry. Kim sighed and carefully reached for his hand. He tensed lightly, but didn’t pull away.

“Jon…” she waited until he reluctantly turned his head to her. “…first of all I wouldn’t had any idea what to ask you. I didn’t follow your and the band’s carrier and success. And you guys did so much over the years, there are so many tours and shows, so many things that are special not only to the band but also to the fans.”

He nodded agreeing. “Yeah, I was curious why all those women out there are so damn attracted to you.” Kim continued. Jon chuckled lightly. “If the same things that attract me, also get to them….”

“And?” Jon asked curious.

“And I can tell you that they really like it when you shake your ass.” Kim said laughing. Jon shook his head grinning.

“But they love it that you are such a family man, and that you even managed after the divorce to have a great relationship with your kids and with Dorothea…and they love your philanthropic work. You are not a super star, who forgot where he came from, you realize that others didn’t have such luck in their lives as you had.”

Jon swallowed hard. “Maybe I should goggle myself from time to time.” He whispered a little overwhelmed. Kim placed a soft kiss on his cheek and let her hand travel through his hair.

“Maybe you should…but then you would also read that you are a demanding perfectionist, who has a temper problem and easily explodes.” Kim chuckled softly, when Jon groaned in frustration.

One year of posting

Well, exactly one year ago, I started posting this story and I never expected it to be this long. I thought I could never write such a long story with English only being my second language. But it seems I was wrong. Well, I hope I am and you, my dear loyal reader, do not roll your eyes about my English skills every time I post a chapter. ;)

So, thanks for one year of following Kim & Jon and Fran & Richie. There’s more to come. We will find out together where they may lead us. I don’t have any idea when and how this story might end, so I guess all we can do this wait.

Happy Valentine’s Day

~ Kris ~

Chapter 46

When they returned to their lodge Jon guided Kim out to the deck. She gasped surprised when saw hundreds of candle illuminating the patio. The hot tube was bubbling softly and a bottle of champagne was cooling together with some strawberries and liquid dark chocolate.

“That looks wonderful. Thank you Jon.” Kim turned to him and kissed him deeply.

“Glad you like it, honey. I thought a little relaxing would be perfect for tonight.” He reached around and slowly started to pull on the zipper of her dress.

She shook her head smiling, but didn’t move away. “What is it with you and this deck? It seems all you can think about is getting me naked out here.” He grinned and pushed the straps down her arms.

“I don’t know…maybe it’s the deck, maybe it’s my absolutely beautiful girlfriend…” he let his fingers ran over the soft skin of her shoulder. The only thing that prevented the dress from gliding down right now, was the way she was holding her arms.

“…you can’t really blame a man for wanting to see his girlfriend naked, right?” he continued and searched her eyes. They were sparkling like dark sapphires.

“Right.” She said and changed the position of her arms. Immediately the dress fell down and pooled at her feet.

Jon swallowed hard when he saw what she’d been hiding under the black fabric. She had little grin on her face. The look on his face was just great. Two can play this game, baby.

Jon was just staring at her. His mind tried to make him say something, but he couldn’t. The view was simply too amazing.

She was wearing a hot pink lingerie set with garter belt and black stockings. He already figured out that she was wearing stockings while they were having dinner, but he had no idea that this tiny little thong and this bra that was lovingly cupping her breast were hiding under the black dress. If he’d known they would have never made it out of the lodge.

“So how about you get rid of your clothes as well…” she took a step towards him. He gulped. “…and then we have to think about a way of me losing this little outfit.” She let her hands ran seductively over her breasts. Jon’s mouth went dry and his pants got uncomfortable tight.

“Can’t have it that it gets wet when we relax in the hot tube.” Kim finished her thoughts. Jon nodded agreeing and tossed his blazer on the lounger in a hurried movement. When his fingers went for the buttons of the dress shirt, Kim stopped him.

“Let me baby.” She whispered and stepped as close as possible to him before beginning to slip the buttons very slowly to the small holes.

Jon’s breathing sped up. He could smell her sweet perfume and feel the warmth of her body. Suddenly he could take it anymore and his arms encircled her waist and pulled her hard against his heated body. Kim let out a little scream when his hands grabbed the fine globes of her ass and gave them a squeeze.

“You are mean, woman. I really wanted us to relax a bit tonight.” Jon growled into her ear.

She looked up at him with a smirk on her face. “You wanted to relax after half a dozen of oysters?” Her hands drew small circles on his chest. “You are such a liar.”

Jon chuckled. “And what will you do with this liar?” he whispered in her ear.

“Well, I think I will go to bed and leave him out here alone.” Kim tried to step away from him, but he tightened his grip around her waist.

“Oh, no you won’t.” he said and swept her off her feet. Kim screamed surprised.

“Jon, let me down…” he laughed and walked over to the hot tube. Her eyes grew wide when she realized what he was planning.

“JON! NO!...Not in the water…” She tried to free herself. “You have no idea how difficult it is to loose wet lingerie, trust me…you wouldn’t like it!”

He looked up at her and had a devilish smirk on his face. “How come you know?”

Kim flushed lightly. “College..we girls…uhm… experimented a bit.” Jon put her back on her feet.

“Reeeeaaaalllly? You and Fran?” He couldn’t hide his grin. Rich would love to hear that.

“Nah, not Fran. She wasn’t in Yale. She lived close by. Some other girls from the dorm.”

“Interesting. How come girls decide to test how good you can strip off wet lingerie?”

“How come guys drop their pants and compare the length of their best parts?” Kim countered the questions. Jon grinned and nodded understanding.

“Ok, got it…but we are losing the perspective. I think I wanted to get you out of this sexy outfit.” Jon got their minds back on track. Kim smiled.

“How are you planning to do it?”

Jon stepped close to her. “Don’t move!”

Kim sucked in her breath when Jon kneeled down in front of her and softly caressed her stomach. His hands teased her through the thin fabric of the pink thong before gliding down to the clasp of the garter belt.

After freeing the stockings he slowly pulled them down her toned legs, making sure his fingertips touched her very lightly. Kim shivered and tried to keep her balance when he made her lift each of her feet to take off her shoes and then her stockings.

He got back to his feet and kissed her deeply. Kim moaned and wrapped her arms around his neck. She could feel the clasp of her bra opening and Jon tossing the bra aside. His hands found her hard nipple immediately and she arched into his touch.

Before she even knew it, he’d ripped of her thong and let it fell to the floor together with her garter belt and his trousers. With hungry eyes he helped her into the warm water of the hot tube and pulled her onto his lap.

They kissed passionate and Kim could feel his erection pressing against her belly. She rocked anxious in his lap and Jon’s fingers fastly find their way to her core to test her readiness. Kim moaned loudly and Jon hurried to lift her up and let his cock glide into her.

“Oh, Jon,…yes!” Kim threw her head back and started to move up and down. Jon leaned forward and tried to steady her as good as possible while nibbling and sucking at her well exposed and heavily bouncing breasts.

“Yes…oh, that feels so good, baby.” Kim’s one hand grabbed Jon’s head and tried to guide him were she needed him the most. He grinned while licking one of her nibbles. Carefully he put his teeth around it and bit her softly.

“JON!” Kim’s scream echoed through the night while she shuddered involuntarily. Jon groaned and let go of her breasts to keep her steady. He could feel her clenching him already extremely tight.

He placed his hands on her rocking hips and helped to her to increase the space. The water splashed around them while they were rocking their way into their release. Jon watched how Kim threw her head back with unfocused eyes and came forcefully while he was still pounding into her. Just seconds after her Jon joined her sweet scream of release and pumped his cum into her.

Chapter 45

Kim checked her appearance in the mirror one last time. Her fingers touched the necklace that Jon gave her this morning. It looked great on her in combination with the black dress which she was wearing.

She grabbed her purse and stepped out on the deck where Jon was waiting. She smiled when she saw him. He was wearing a grey suit with a light blue button down shirt. She stepped closer to him and reached out to close one of the buttons.

“You ain’t on stage.” She said grinning. He chuckled and placed a soft kiss on her hand. She’d put her hair up in a do, just some streaks were framing her face. Her lips were shining in a soft inviting pink and her blue eyes seemed bigger than ever.

“You look gorgeous, honey….but it’s black.” He teased her. She grinned.

“Well, it perfectly shows my new best friends.” She answered and let her hand ran over the diamond necklace. Jon chuckled.

“Are you ready?” he asked and offered her his arm.

“Yes, I am.” She said and together they left their lodge. To her surprise Brian was waiting for them in a small golf cart after they left the steps behind them.

“I will drive you over to the wine cave.” He told them while Jon helped her into the cart.

“The wine cave?” she asked surprised. “We have our dinner there?”

“Yeah, I thought it would be a little bit more romantic than in the restaurant.” Jon said smiling.

“Thank you.” She whispered into his ear and kissed him sweetly. He winked at her and took her hand in his. Together they watched the amazing scenery on their short drive.

When Brian stopped the cart close to the entrance of the cave, Kim gasped.

“Wow, that looks great.” Even Jon was impressed.

The entrance to the wine cave reminded him a bit of a Japanese temple gate. Even though it was made of dark wood and not in a bright red color, which were typical for Asia. Yellow lights illuminated the paths into the cave and they both marvelled at the wrought-iron chandeliers, which matched perfectly with the elegant set tables.

“This is absolutely amazing.” Kim said while looking around in the huge cave. She never expected it to be that big.

“Thank you, Miss Anderson.” Brian said and guided them to their table.

“Seems we are the first.” She observed while sitting down.

“You will be our only guests here tonight.” Brian told her while showing Jon a collection of different wines.

“What?” She looked at Jon confused.

“I wanted to make sure, nobody will bother us.” He explained.

“You booked the whole cave?” Kim was shocked.

“Yeah.” He smirked. She shook her head.

“You are nuts.” He reached out for her hand over the table and squeezed it softly, while Brian discreetly vanished.

“I wanted this to be special for you. I wanted you to feel comfortable. I wanted to be able to kiss you when I want to and dance with you without someone telling it to the gossip tomorrow.”

Kim saw the concern in his eyes. He only wanted to make sure her life stayed as private as it was…at least for a couple more days. Slowly she got up and rounded the table. She sat down on his lap carefully and framed his face with her hands before kissing him deeply. Jon growled softly and wrapped his arms around her waist.

“Thank you.” She whispered and rested her forehead to his. He smiled softly and squeezed her hand.

“You are welcome, honey…” he paused shortly. “ Ready for some food?” he asked grinning. She chuckled.

“What a question...” she said and sat down at her side of the small table again. “I hope you told the cook, I’m not one of the girls who only eats baby portions.”

“I think they are prepared for that here.” He looked around. “Brian? We can start I think.”

“Very well, sir.” The voice echoed through the cave and Kim chuckled.

“Spooky.” Jon laughed too.

“You don’t see them, but they sure see and hear you…that’s what I call good service.” Kim nodded and watched how Brian serviced the aperitif, half dozen Oysters in a half shell.

“Oh, they are good.” Kim said.

“Yep, and perfect for later.” Jon replied grinning. Kim chuckled and shook her head.

“Only one thing in mind.”

“Well, what else should I have in mind with such a gorgeous woman by my side.” He  said and watch grinning how she flushed a little.

Brian didn’t seem to notice it when he served a delicious Whiskey Dungeness Crab Soup with Tiny Croutons, followed by two great main course, grilled Salmon with Risotto and candy stripe beets and Lamb Loin chops with Gruyere bread pudding, julienne Garden Beans and Baby carrots.

“Geeh, you wanna batten me…”Kim said after the delicious food.

“Well, I have to make sure you have enough energy for tonight.” Jon said smirking.

“Right now I’m not sure I can move, maybe you have to roll me back.” She said laughing.

“So, I’m on my own tonight after half a dozen oysters?” he asked pouting lightly. Kim chuckled.

“Maybe..” she answered.

“Well, maybe sounds already promising…how about we take a little walk before returning to the lodge.” He asked. She nodded agreeing.

“Would you please send the dessert over to the lodge Brian?” he asked when the slowly left the cave.

“Of course, sir.”

“What do you have on your mind, Mister?” she asked him when they were strolling back to their lodge.

“Me? Nothing!” he said innocently.

“Yeah, right.” She snorted. He laughed and pulled her into his arms.

“Trust me honey, you will like it.” He whispered and kissed her deeply.