Once again, a totally romantic story. *smiles* I think I'm going to have to figure out how to get back into writing kink again before someone starts thinking I've become a sap! I hope you enjoy the story anyway and I welcome feedback! Love it. Happy Holidays everyone!
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"There's been a Christmas present left at the bar for you, Sir." The server spoke quickly to Steve then moved off before she could giggle.
Steve looked at his band members and they all shrugged. Collin, Jon and Alex truly had no clue. Mike was struggling to keep a straight face. He had helped set it up and he was hoping Steve would leave quickly so he could tell the guys.
Bewildered, Steve got up and headed towards the bar.
She fidgeted, nervous. He had said on the phone he wished he could see her for Christmas. It was the 20th but it was the best she could to, she had to be home for her kids on Christmas. She had 3 days with him before she had to fly back. This long distance was killing her. Three thousand miles between them was three thousand too many and she planned to do something about it. Soon. When the kids were finished their school year she'd move out with them.
A deep voice spoke softly behind her, "You gonna put that bow on Miss? You said you're a Christmas present."
"Oh! Thank you!" She hurriedly fixed the satiny bow to a spot just above the top of her dress and adjusted her long hair again, wishing for a mirror so she could be sure the minimal make up she wore still looked fine.
"Don't worry Miss," the bartender spoke again, "You look gorgeous and he'll be delighted to see you."
Everyone in the bar knew what was happening by now. Word had spread through quick whispers. Half the people were watching Steve's progress to the bar, stepping out of his way. The other half shuffled in front of her so he wouldn't see her too soon. They parted when he was about six steps from her, leaving him a direct path with her spotlighted in the center.
Steve stopped breathing, unable to believe what he was seeing. The love of his life stood there, a delicious vision in a red satin dress and a white bow. He stood rooted to the spot, staring with his mouth open. As the welcoming smile faded from her face and worry started to replace it someone gave him a little shove, "Get her man! You're starting to scare her."
In a blink, he was in front of her, pulling her roughly to him. He enveloped her in his arms and stared into her eyes for a brief second before crushing her mouth with his. Her arms circled his neck, her mouth opened under the onslaught of his and she moaned with pleasure.
The crowd exploded into applause, whistles and calls of encouragement. It was a long moment before either of them heard the noise but when they did they broke apart and Mary blushed scarlet to the roots of her hair.
They crowded in on the lovers, slapping Steve on the back and gushing over what a wonderful surprise this was. They had eyes only for each other though and finally the bartender shouted out for everyone to leave them alone. Steve thanked him with a smile and led Mary to the table the band sat at.
Mike leapt to his feet with a grin, "I am glad you made it, Mary! From the looks of Steve he is too."
Mary laughed, delighting Steve with the sound. "Thank you so much for helping me Mike! I couldn't have done it without you." She surprised him with a kiss on the cheek.
Steve watched the exchange with love in his eyes, and admiration. Mary was stunning. She was wearing a knee length red satin dress. It was almost sleeveless, slim spaghetti straps over her shoulders. It had a fitted bodice with a skirt that flared over her hips and fell softly to her knees. Nude stockings covered slim, well-defined legs and black, strappy sandals with rhinestone buckles and 3-inch heels adorned her pretty feet. They were very much not suited for the snow outside.
Steve blinked, wait a minute, what did she say? "Mike! You knew about this?"
Mike grinned unabashedly. "Oh yeah, man, I've known for weeks. Mary emailed me to ask if we had a gig near Christmas. I knew we were playing this Christmas party and wrangled her an invite. I picked her up at the airport this morning and dropped her off at her mother's for the day."
Mary smiled, "Saved me a huge cab fare! I took a cab here from Mum's. My love, I am yours for 3 days." She wriggled happily and pressed herself against him. "I have been here since the first set. It was very hard waiting till now!"
Steve's face fell at the reminder of the short time together but he determined to make the most of it. He wrapped and arm around her waist and pulled her close, smiling down into her upturned face. "Well, thank God we only have one set left then."
Mike looked at his watch, "Speaking of which, let's go boys."
Collin and Jon each gave Mary a hug, "Good to see you again girl."
Alex smiled shyly and shook her hand, "Enjoy the rest of the show."
She smiled at all three, returning hugs and the handshake. However, as they left, she only had eyes for Steve. She watched him slip behind his drum kit and pick up his sticks. He looked at her and winked. She grinned, knowing he was playing for her and loving every second.
"This set is dedicated to our long lost friend, and the love of Steve's life, Mary. We're glad you're here, it's about time the big lug stopped moping around!"
The crowd laughed as Steve shook a stick at Mike threateningly and the band began to play.
Later, Mary helped strike the equipment, despite protests that her clothes were not suited. She waved them all away saying that she remembered how to do the work, even though it'd been a long time.
"Besides," she added, "I'm a little anxious to get the big man to myself!" She winked and blew him a kiss. This started a round of rowdy, suggestive comments that soon had everyone laughing and enjoying themselves.
As the guys loaded the equipment into the back of Steve's truck she collected her coat and boots from the coat check. Slipping out of the delicate shoes, she zipped her feet and legs into knee high black leather boots with flat soles. They sounded boring, and probably were, she thought ruefully, but they were exactly what were needed for the mountain winter weather. She shrugged on a matching black leather coat and wriggled her fingers into funky, electric blue cashmere gloves.
Steve laughed, delighted, when he saw her. She looked gorgeous, glamorous...until she pulled her hands out of her pockets and the blue glowed in the streetlights. She grinned and wriggled her fingers. "Like them?"
"I love them baby." He took her hand and helped her step up into the warming truck. He slid a hand appreciatively over her right leg then leaned in and gave her a warm kiss before closing the door.
"I have to drop the equipment off at the rehearsal site, baby, then we'll have the night to ourselves, ok?"
"Of course Steve, it's been a while but I remember. I will be patient." She grinned wickedly, unbuckled and slid across the bench seat to press against his side.
He tucked an arm around her and reminded her to buckle up, "There are, after all, people who are not so considerate as to take a cab when they've been drinking." She slipped the lap belt over her hips and rested her head on his arm. For a while, she watched the city pass by. All the leafless trees were decorated with tiny white lights. The trees swayed a little in the winter breeze that was blowing. The lights looked, she thought, like fairies dancing, celebrating the season. Or, if she were to take it more personally, they were celebrating the love she shared with this man. The night took on a magic glow and her thoughts turned to him.
He glanced at her to find her eyes on his face, a small smile on her lips. He smiled back and turned back to the road. She rested her hand on his thigh, slowly rubbing back and forth, creeping up higher with every stroke. Soon she was stroking him through his pants and he was growing hard and turgid, straining against the zipper.
He moaned as she stroked him. She watched his face, reminding him to keep his eyes on the road with soft whispers when his eyes drifted closed. He growled, "Mary, you have to stop! Or I'm going to take you here and now."
She answered by unzipping him and reaching in to pull him free. He changed lanes, flipped on his signal and made a couple of quick turns. He pulled into a dark, empty parking lot, pulling up tight against the wall of a building. He shut off the lights, unbuckled his seatbelt, then hers and hauled her into his lap. He slid his hands up and found the tops of her stockings. His cool fingers slipped over her warm flesh, making her gasp. His fingers reached the tops of her thighs and curved over her ass.