Ryder hadn't started out with the intention of anything more than a nice but brief kiss. As Thirteen returns the passion though, he finds it difficult to ignore the quickening beat of his heart. She hadn't ever given back quite like this before and it sends his pulse racing. Feeling her soft fingertips on the back of his neck and her light touch to his back. It was enough to make any man weak in the knees.
Turning his head as he kisses her, he shifts so even though he still rests on her, he's holding her warmly. A low murmur is intended to let her know that he was enjoying every part of the kiss she was giving him. Though temptation wanted to keep him there and lure him further towards a forbidden line, he knows he's not willing to risk the consequences. No, he would be satisfied with the simplicity he and Thirteen shared.
Eventually pulling back, he stares down into her eyes and a quiet chuckle surfaces. "I better get away while I still can," he teases. "Otherwise, you're liable to make me stay here forever." He knew behind her gaze there lingered questions as to whether or not she responded to his affection in the right way. And all he wanted was for her to know that she couldn't be any more perfect. Giving her a little squeeze, he hopes she knows it.
Finally Ryder sits up, dragging himself from where he could so easily get too comfortable. "Well, if we're heading to Texas tomorrow, I guess I need to do a little bit of laundry. Got anything you want me to throw in there too?"
Kip grins and shrugs. "Somebody's gotta make people laugh. Though I think Kyle could give me a run for my money. And don't let Theo fool you. Twila keeps him in check, but get him alone and he has us all in stitches."
Laughing a little, Kip goes back to his food to actually eat it this time. It felt good to forget about the night before and make someone laugh. It was nice to see Karla smile.
After they're both done eating, they head out again and Kip drives to Walmart. It was surprisingly quiet, and Kip wanders over to the clothing section that now had winter clothes everywhere.
"Oooh!" He spins off to the side and grabs a hot pink scarf to wrap it around his neck, then poses for Karla. "What do you think?"
The day had been perfect. Jade couldn't have asked for more, and she would always remember it. She had had such a good time with Dan, first at breakfast, then shopping. She'd wound up finding a turquoise dress that she loved and couldn't wait to wear to dinner that night. Laughing and talking the day away, she couldn't remember when she'd had so much fun sledding or throwing snowballs. Though the snow was quickly melting, it had provided enough fun for one day. Dinner at the nice restaurant was extra special and Jade had to admit to Dan that she'd never been taken out somewhere like it before. All dressed up, she'd felt good about being by Dan's side, loving the way he'd dressed up too.
Worries about anything else never entered Jade's mind as she just enjoyed the day for all it was worth. And once the sun fell below the horizon, she couldn't believe it was almost over.... almost. But not quite finished yet.
A warm fire in the livingroom fireplace made for a cozy atmosphere and Jade was all too glad that no one else was occupying the room tonight. Just her and Dan once more, this time on the couch to exchange presents and have their little Christmas together.
"You've given me such a wonderful day." Jade smiles, her cheeks rosy from the nearby fire and all the activities of the day. "I wish it could go on forever."
Leaning into Dan in the corner of the couch, she slips her arm around him and sighs with contentment. "Your gifts are behind the couch but I'm too comfortable to get up." She giggles. "So you go first."
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