Babes Stripping For Love

When it was almost dinner time, Charlotte decided to put on makeup. Her eyes were still red and all puffy. She looked like a mess but then decided to let go of the makeup and put on a damp towel over her eyes instead.

She was resting on her bed when Seamus entered her room with a glass of hot tea to soothe her nerves. “I’m still red and blotchy, I can’t believe your parents will be coming for dinner.”

“I’m sorry baby. But I couldn’t say no to my dad, since it was because of him that I managed to have the leverage to persuade the judge to take another look at his case.” The lies spilled perfectly out of his mouth. Well, part of it anyways, because his dad did help him out.

“Now, I’ve said to you before that they’re going to re-open the case. But, I don’t want you to worry about the details, since there’s nothing that loomed over your dad’s anymore.”

Seamus gave Charlotte her tea and waited for her to drink it before he sits beside her on the bed. His back was on the headboard just like she was. Then he pulled out his phone to check on his emails when she put her cup by her nightstand and put the damp towel back over her eyes again.

“I know, I’m so thankful. It’s just that my feelings are all over the place, and my period is not making my emotional state any better.” She was surprised to find that she had gotten her period an hour ago. Though she understood why she had been so emotional and moody for the last couple of days.

“How about we go outside to the back terrace to relax after dinner? Just the two of us, we’ll get some blankets and we’ll have a quiet snuggle time. I’ll light up the fireplace and we can talk about anything you want.”

“Ugh, I’m done talking and crying. Can we watch a movie instead? Outside is good, just get a laptop and we’ll stream some boring old movie. I want to cuddle.” Charlotte huffed before she lifts the damp towel and then smiled when she saw that Seamus who was sitting next to her was quietly scrolling through his phone already picking the movie.

It was nice that they have fallen into this domestic bliss. She never thought that she could experience a such calming state where she’d have this kind of relationship.

“Just relax, my parents will love you. And, that’s my cue to talk to your dad informing him about the additional dinner guests before he got ambushed by his best friend and client.” Seamus winked as he got off the bed but not before giving her a soft peck on her forehead.

When dinner time arrived Seamus was still amazed that Charlotte could manage to look beautiful in less than half an hour. She only wore minimum makeup, barely covering her emotions and surprisingly, it only enhanced her beauty so much more. Wearing a simple navy knee-length dress with matching color navy flats, Charlotte looked like a fragile princess, all pale and regal with delicate features that he wanted to cherish and protect with all his power.

“You look beautiful,” her dad stole the words from his mouth and he let him. The man deserved to praise his daughter and Seamus decided to let him escort Charlotte to the dining room when Marjorie announced that his parents had settled in the lounge waiting for them.

“I’ll go greet them, see you both in a bit,” Seamus said and he placed a quick peck on her cheek in front of her dad which left her startled. But he quickly walked away with a smile on his face, happy that he had rattled her composure in front of her dad.

“Mom, dad, welcome,” he hugged both of his parents warmly. His mom kissed his cheeks and his dad gave him his fatherly hug.

“I’m glad today went well.” His father said and he gets comfortable in his seat as he poured a glass of the champagne that was already prepared on the table as they waited for dinner.

“It went perfectly, Braddock my old friend. You looked good.” Cormac Sullivan greeted. His voice was still rough from the emotional afternoon he had, but he look much better, well-rested.

“Oh, damn, you tough old man, you’re not so bad yourself.” His dad pulled him into a hug, they were all smiling while Charlotte looked like she was unsure of herself.

“My dear, you must be Charlotte. I’m sorry, but it seemed that my son can’t stop staring at you to introduce you to his mother.”

“Mom, I’m sorry,” he smiled at her, “This is Charlotte, Charlotte my love, this is my mom, Erin.” he pulled her to his side, took Charlotte’s hand, and kissed her knuckles before he put his hand on her waist, claiming her, holding her like a man in love.

His mom looked at the couple with affection in her eyes, she was happy. Delightfully happy that her son had finally found someone to love.

“Mrs. Braddock,” Charlotte was about to greet her with a handshake, but his mom put her hands on hers and then pulled her in for a warm hug.

“Erin, call me Erin. Oh, Seamus, she’s beautiful.”

Charlotte blushed and Seamus gave her his handsome smirk and she felt her heart fall to her stomach. Then, he makes her more flustered by giving his lover a quick kiss on her cheek and her heart went back up to beat a thousand miles per hour.

“You two are adorable,” his mom cooed and the dads join in then Seamus start to pass the glasses of champagne before they all toast for the release of Cormac Sullivan and also for the new lovebirds. The acknowledgment only made Charlotte hide her embarrassment behind the glass of champagne which she finish quickly.

Dinner was going great. In between the main course and dessert, Seamus’s dad had offered Cormac a brand new office and employment within one of his companies, just in case he didn’t want to go back to his old one.

“I’m thinking of taking a step back and getting back to my hobby. I’ve been writing back in prison, and I’m finding back passion. Thinking back, I’ve wasted too much time working, and not enjoying the family I have.” His hand reached out to Charlotte’s and she was teary all over again. She didn’t let go of his hand until he does and a few words later, they get back to enjoying their dessert while talking about safer topics.

When it was time to say goodbye, Erin told Charlotte that she wanted to get to know her better, maybe over lunch in the next few weeks since she will leave with her husband for one of his business trips soon.

“Your mom is nice, though I’m still overwhelmed when she said that she wanted to do lunch with me.” The young couple was relaxing at the back terrace, his parents had gone back home and her dad had retreated to his room.

“My mom likes you,”

“Hmm… I’m not sure there’s a comparison. She said I’m the only woman you ever introduced.”

“Well, not exactly, I have date s, women, but none that I claimed as my love,” he took her hand and kissed it. His words made Charlotte a puddle of goo all over again.

“You’re such a sweet talker,” she joked and pouted. But he was having none of it when his hand cupped her face and pressed his lips against hers.

“I love you, baby,” he kissed again, “this is not me sweet talking you, this is me professing my love for you. I will wait for you, but I will ask you now… will you, marry me one day? Will you want to be my wife? I want to put a ring on your finger, I want to claim you as mine, I want to live the rest of my life with you.” He asked while facing her, kneeling on one knee as she was still seating on the sectional sofa, overlooking the manicured lush backyard.

“Oh my god… I really need to rest my tear duct. Seamus, you’re going to make me cry all over again… yes… yes… yes, I’ll marry you.”

This time he was sure. This time he knew nothing was off from her answer. Her emotion gave it away. He knew she loves him back and he knew she does want to marry him.

Now, on to their happy ever after.Material © of NôvelDrama.Org.

But before that, he had to make sure no threats were looking over their heads. Not after the kind of threatening email he received this afternoon.