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Claire and Shane came back early Sunday
morning to find the other guys
of Westlife sitting in the Filan kitchen eating breakfast."Look what
rolled out from under a rock" Shane said as hugs were exchanged, "What
brings you here so early?", "Food" Bryan said reaching for more
bacon,
"Where were you two this weekend?. It was nice of you to slip away and
not let us know". Claire started to answer but Shane took her hand
kissing it tenderly, "Somewhere very special to us". The lads gave
each other knowing glances, the blush in Claire's cheeks telling them
everything they wanted to know. "I'm going to say 'Hi' to your mom,
I'll be back" Claire said giving him a peck on the cheek. Watching
the gentle sway of her hips Shane grinned,"I should have cooked for
her a LONG time ago!" They burst into laughter but stopped when Claire
stuck her head into the room, arms crossed with a smirk on her face.
"What did you say Shane Filan that made them snicker like that?" ,
"Nothing love". Looking around the table they all shook their heads
until she reached Mark, he cracked up wiping silent tears from his
eyes. "Nice, you cheeky bastard. See if I let you cook again anytime
soon" causing the group to roar.
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"Hello, I'm glad you're back" Mae said as she came around from behind
the counter, the Cafe still closed so it was just the two of them.
"Sit down so we can chat" Mae said placing a plate of scones and tea
in front of them, "Let me be honest. We weren't sure what to expect
when Shane said he was bringing his American girlfriend home but
you've been a pleasant surprise. We couldn't be more pleased with how
lovely you are together. All we want is the best for our boy". Claire
smiled and put her hand on Mrs. Filans. "Thank you, that's all I want
too. I'm an American but I love Shane and everything Irish about him.
It's been so brilliant to see him here where he loves it and to meet
his family. Thank you for letting me be a part of your lives" and Mae
took her other hand and squeezed it. Shane came in and was thrilled to
see the two of them, his heart swelling with love. He knew they would
get along famously but seeing it was well worth the wait. "We need to
get a move on or we'll be late for Mass" Shane said kissing his mom
and reaching for Claire's hand. Her face dropped, "I just realized I
haven't called home yet! Mom must be so nervous that I haven't called,
I really have to ring her". He smiled and patted her hand,"Ok, I'll
say a prayer for you and your poor worried mam. I'll probably say a
couple extra to Him for bringing you to my life as well" he said
kissing her. The boys all gave "awwws and kissy noises" as they piled
into 2 cars, Claire wiping a tear from her eye. "How do you tell the
man you love he doesn't know the real you?" she said outloud to the
empty room, hoping that there was an answer.
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