Jason and Carly enter back into the club. Carly quickly scans the club things seem to look okay. She spots Francis sitting at the bar. She motions to Jason and they head over to talk with Francis.
C: Hey Francis, how you doing? Did you enjoy your dance with Gia?
He starts blushing and smiles.
F: That girl is something else, is she single?
C: Sorry man, she's taken. Gia is Lucky's girl.
F: Well isn't that the way, the good ones are always taken.
J: Francis, things seem to have quieted down here. If you want you can call it a night.
F: Thanks Jason, I think I will take off; I am in need of a cold shower.
Jason and Carly laugh. Carly gives Francis a big hug.
C: Thanks for all the help tonight, Francis. I am so glad you are here. Now anytime you want to train with me, just let me know.
J: I'm telling ya man, don't do it. Her workouts are killers.
Carly hits Jason playfully. C: Hey, you keep your mouth shut mister, Francis will love my workouts!
Just as Francis is getting ready to leave a huge commotion erupts on the dance floor. Carly quickly turns and whistles for Robert to get over to the scene.
C: Just when you think things are gonna be quiet. Well boys care to help out?
J: Were right behind you.
C: I've had enough - no guns but do what you have to. I want things under control as fast as possible.
Carly hears a woman's scream and takes off running. As she approaches she sees Robert trying to get a group of men under control, while Gia has her hands full taking on a drunk. Carly scans the area and see 4 men surrounding one of her girls. They are trying to pin her up against a wall. She looks over her shoulder and sees Jason and Francis right behind her.
C: Jase, Francis, help me out here. She signals to the group ahead.
Carly goes into autopilot and grabs one of the men throwing him aside she sees 2 of her security men approaching and motions for them to throw this guy out. Jason grabs another drunk, who flies around and they start throwing punches. Francis gets involved, taking on another guy, while Carly closes in on the man who has his hands all over one of her girls. She kicks his legs from behind causing him to loose his balance and fall to the ground. She grabs Allison getting her past the men and tells her to get back behind the bar. Once Allison is out of the way, she turns her attention back on the tall drunk in front of her. He gets back up....You stupid bitch!
C: Now, now is that anyway to talk to one of the owners of this fine establishment?
Drunk: I don't give a fuck who you are. He advances on her swinging at her face, she ducks and lands a kick square in his stomach. The man doubles over.
Carly quickly glances around and sees that Francis is escorting a guy outside. Robert and two more of her men are throwing out another group, while Jason is still fighting with a really big guy. Carly decides she needs to end this quickly so she can help Jason out.
Before Carly can react the drunk grabs her leg causing her to fall to the ground. The man pulls a knife out and begins to lunge at her. Drunk: Since you took away that pretty little thing, you are gonna make it up to me sweetheart.
She quickly jumps back up and twirls around landing a spin kick to the man's arm knocking the knife out of his hand. C: Don't call me sweetheart! She front kicks him between the legs, and takes her palm thrusting it squarely into his nose, knocking the guy out instantly. Robert comes toward her. C: Get this scum out of here, and clear everyone else out, give the decent patrons vouchers and lock us down Robert. She quickly turns her attention to Jason. Something shiny catches Carly's eyes. The man Jason is fighting also has a knife that he is pulling out of his back pocket.
C: Jase, he's got a knife! Carly zeros in on the man, and approaches, she knows she needs to get his attention and get the knife away from him. C: Hey buddy, over here! The man turns to face Carly. C: Now why don't you just drop that knife before I have to hurt you. The man starts laughing.
J: I wouldn't piss her off anymore there dude. She'll kick your ass! He turns to say something to Jason, taking his eyes off of Carly, who gives the man a roundhouse kick and knocks the knife out of his hands. Jason grabs him from behind pinning his arms behind his back. Carly approaches the man quickly getting in his face.
C: I can't believe you thought you were going to get away with hurting my boyfriend in my club! You must really be stupid! The guy spits in her face. She wipes the spit off of her face. She begins to work the man over like a punching bag. Throwing and landing punches and kicks one right after another. The man collapses in Jason's arms, but Carly continues her assault, letting out all her frustrations on this guy.
J: Carly, CARLY! He's out cold. She snaps out of her zone when she hears Jason calling her name. She locks eyes with him.
J: Baby, it is okay.
Carly signals for Bobby to come over and get this guy out of the way. Once they are gone. She reaches for Jason's face noticing a nice bruise forming, along with a cut on his cheek.
C: Are you okay?
J: I'm fine, what about you?
C: Yeah, that just scarred the shit out of me, seeing that guy pulling a knife on you. I don't ever want to loose you Jase! Tears start to form in her eyes. He pulls her into an embrace.
J: I'm not going anywhere, and besides I've got you watching my back.
C: Come on let's get some ice on that eye for you. She takes his hand and leads him back to the bar. She puts some ice in a towel and makes Jason hold it on his eye. Francis is already sitting at the bar and Gia is behind the bar getting Francis a drink.
G: Well, everyone is out! What a night. You guys okay?
C: Yeah, just tired is all. Have you talked with Lucky?
G: Yeah, I just filled him in, he knows we cleared out early and are locked down for the night. The game is still going strong. He thinks its gonna go into the morning. He said for us to go home and let Robert and the boys stay and close up.
C: Sounds good to me. Hey Francis where are you staying?
F: At the hotel across town.
C: You know we have rooms above the tower if you want to crash here tonight or if you want a place of your own. They are sound proofed so the noise from the club won't bother you.
F: That sounds great, but how bout I take a look at them tomorrow. I am gonna go back and crash at the hotel tonight. Jason is there anything else you need tonight?
J: No. Thanks man, go get some rest and I will call you tomorrow.
C: He'll call you late tomorrow.
J: You heard the lady, late tomorrow it is.
G: Okay let's get out of here. All four of them head out for the night. Francis hails a cab for the hotel. Gia, Carly and Jason walk across to their apartment building. Carly and Gia hug and say goodnight. While Jason and Carly head up to her apartment.
C: Home sweet home, my god I am exhausted.
J: Not to exhausted I hope.
C: I think if I get into a nice hot bath and relax a little I will be able to get my second wind. Care to join me?
J: I'll go anywhere with you baby. Lead the way!
They enter the bathroom and Carly starts to fill the tub with hot water. She adds some eucalyptus and spearmint oils to the water to help relax their aching muscles. Jason watches her admiring her every move. She lights candles all around the room, and puts on some soft music. She dims the lights and moves in front of Jason giving him a sweet smile. She begins to silently take off her clothes until she is standing naked in front of him. She reaches out and gently touches his face, her fingers lightly lingering on his cut. He closes his eyes and leans into her touch.
She begins to unbutton his jeans and pull his shirt out and over his head. Never breaking eye contact she gently leans in and places feather like kisses on his neck and chest, while running her hands down to unzip his pants. She pushes them down along with his boxers over his hips, until they pool at his feet. He steps out of them and takes Carly's hand leading her to the tub.
J: I love you baby. As long as I live I will never get enough of you and your touch.
Jason relaxed into the hot soothing water and pulled Carly in with him. She sat between his legs with her back resting up against his chest. He tightened his strong arms around her and she relaxed into him, letting go of all the troubles of the day.
C: Ummm this feels so good.
J: It certainly does, I want us to always have this. YOU AND ME BABY, ALWAYS!!
C: Jase? I want to tell you something....
J: You can tell me anything.
C: All my life I have had to be strong and I have fought for everything I have. But when I am with you, its different. I don't have to be strong, or fearless, I can just be. That to me is the most incredible feeling. You give me that Jase, and I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. THANK YOU FOR LOVING ME.
J: Oh baby, you don't have to thank me for anything. I gladly give you everything I have, you are my WORLD. As long as we are together I know we can do anything.
She laces her fingers through his and pulls his arms around her tighter.
C: Never let me go Jase, PLEASE NEVER LET ME GO!
J: That is something you never have to worry about. He kisses her shoulder.
C: Good cause you know I am really getting used to this. So Mr. Morgan when are you going to move in with me?
J: So you are finally getting around to inviting me officially huh? She turns around to face him with a huge grin on her face.
C: Yeah, I am officially inviting you.
J: Well it's about time. How does right now sound to you?
C: Umm, I like that. He takes her face in his hands and leans in and teasingly runs his tongue along her bottom lip and nibbles her lip a bit before pulling away.
J: You were amazing tonight baby. You never cease to surprise me. I'm glad you had my back tonight.
C: I will always have your back Jase, and I must say it is a pretty gorgeous back if I do say so myself.
J: Really??? You like my back huh, well what else do you like?
C: Well let's see.... I like your nose (she leans in and place a soft kiss on his nose) and......... I like your neck (she again places a kiss on his neck), and oh these lips how can I forget these lips? She tenderly bites his bottom lip and slowly begins to kiss him. He parts his lips and she slides her warm tongue into his mouth and begins to teasingly play with his tongue.
Jason can't believe how incredibly perfect this feels. This woman never stopped amazing him. She could make him feel so many things all at once, and her touch, he would never tire or stop wanting and needing her touch.
Time seemed to stop for the two lovers, as they enjoyed the touch and feel of each other.