Hello all, and welcome to number six in Rob's story. We left our two just declared their love to each other. Thank you all for the amazing response to number five. I am truly overwhelmed.
I write these for total enjoyment and to occupy an overactive mind that won't stop when it thinks of a story. If you ever wondered where I got the inspiration for these. I tend to let my mind drift as I search for sleep at night. If I go through a plot or idea, it generally gets me to sleep. My job (aerospace development production engineer) uses the mind to the point it's wound up when I get home. Writing is my calming influence.
Anyway, back to the story.
A big thank you to Ian and Jeff for the fast turnaround and sorting out the mess I handed them.
As normal, all the sexually active characters are over 18.
I have changed the category because I can't justify putting it in the First Time anymore. There is some sex, but I generally skip over Rob and Maria.
Don't forget to click on those stars at the end and if you are feeling like you would love to comment, then feel free. I do read all comments and take a lot onboard.
Spoiler alert: Bec is back..........enjoy
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Mr. Hunter clears his throat; Maria and I look around as if we've been caught doing something wrong.
"Is that the first time you two had admitted that you love each other?" Christina asks, a mixture of shock and pure joy at witnessing such a moment the night before she marries the man she loves.
We both look back at each other, smile as we acknowledge our feelings not just to ourselves, but to everyone watching. I can feel my heart trying to break out of my chest.
"How will that fit your desire to become a doctor, Maria? I thought you weren't going to get attached to someone?" Mrs. Hunter says coldly, returning us to reality.
There is a moment of silence. We have both been caught unprepared for what is happening. Maria takes a breath. "I know; I didn't plan this, but it happened. We originally got together to stop men from hitting on me. I was at ease with Rob because neither of us wanted to get attached. We spent a lot of time together; this time increased as we realized how much we had in common." Maria looks into each person's eyes that are on her. "What you haven't seen, Mum, is when we were in denial and trying not to let on how we were both feeling." Maria looks at me to see if what she says next is true for the both of us. "We both valued our friendship so much we were afraid to admit or confront the other about the love we had developed." I nod in agreement.
"That's all well and good, but what happens when you go to a different University?"
Maria breathes out heavily; she's not sure. "I don't know, maybe see if I can get into a University closer to Rob. I haven't considered it because I wasn't sure about Rob's feelings." She looks at me. "We will have to talk about it, baby." I smile at her calling me baby for the first time with real meaning.
"I know, but I warn you. I will not let you change your dream to suit me. If anyone is to change University, it will be me," I say. Maria smiles at me; I think she likes me being more assertive. "Anyway, we are getting a little off track. Our relationship issues will wait for later when we are alone. What are you going to do about this problem you've created?" I say, changing the subject back.
Mrs. Hunter shifts awkwardly in her seat. "What do you propose I do?" She says, trying to buy time.
"How many people have you told about me getting caught having sex?" Maria asks.
"Only half a dozen or so," her mother replies.
Maria gasps, "Mummmm, by now, it will be all around the family. You will have to tell people that it's not true. Maybe you should get everyone together and explain."
"I can't do that; how will that make me look?" Mrs. Hunter says stubbornly.
Maria breathes out frustrated, "But it doesn't matter how it effects us. The family will accept your explanation. If you don't, it could permanently affect Rob's relationship with them."
"If I do, will you stay?"
Everyone looks at Maria with worried eyes, waiting for her answer. "Fine, but I warn you, one more comment like the one Christina made, and you won't see me for dust," Maria says.
I see Christina's face light up. I can see what it means to her to have Maria there, and it looks like Maria will her matron of honour.
"Are you coming back down?" Christina asks. "I want to see you two dance together and maybe get a spin around the floor myself."
There's a moment of silence. Then Maria's Gran moans, "Oh, I wanted to know if they are friends and having sex?"
"Mum," Mr. Hunter says. "That's something I don't need to know, but while we are on the subject. I hope you two aren't sharing a room?"
"Dad, for god's sake. I am nearly nineteen and adult enough to make my own choices. Rob and I often share a bed at University, and we will share a bed here."
"But you didn't have to be so extravagant," Mrs. Hunter says gesturing to the room.
"I wasn't; Rob booked and paid for the room. In fact, Rob has paid for everything this weekend so far, and it's not his cousin getting married," Maria says, putting her parents in their place.
"Oh..." Is all Mrs. Hunter can get out before Maria continues,