Reunion (Read 16,339 times)

[fluffysmom]

Chloe is trying to do what she thinks is right. But can she really return to her sad lonely life in Europe knowing how Philip feels about her. I think she's trying to make the sacrifice because of Belle's baby and because she feels like Brady needs her.

[DancingDays]

*SIGH* *Swoon* This is gorgeous, angsty, tortured romance. And I love it.

[Kpatch]

8:00 a.m.

THE WOODS

Brady and his Hummer driver came upon the abandoned rental car a minute before Bo, Roman, Belle and Shawn drove up. They got out of their car and surveyed the damage to the rental car. Belle started to freak out and Brady went to hug her.

Belle: Oh my god.
Roman: There’s no one in the car.
Brady: What happened to them?
Bo: Don’t know, but my guess is they’re okay.
Belle: What makes you say that?
Bo: There’s no damage to the doors. They’re closed, which means that Philip and Chloe were able to leave the car on their own.
Shawn: There are no footprints in the snow.
Roman: It was snowing all night. Any footprints woulda been covered up.
Bo: Look. There’s a cabin at the foot of the hill.


INSIDE THE HOUSE IN THE WOODS

The plan was to make their way to the road and either flag down help or hitch a ride back to Salem. While Chloe was in the bathroom, Philip got dressed in the living room. He buttoned his shirt, and tucked it into his pants, then he threaded his belt through the loops in the waistband. His shirt smelled like Chloe’s perfume and he toyed with the idea of never washing it. But he knew that long after her scent fades, he would always remember the way she looked in it. The way she felt. The way she opened up to him and the things she said.

Everything felt surreal, like a dream, yet at the same time, it felt more real and true to him than anything ever had before. He and Chloe finally made love after all this time, she finally told him she loves him. He had never felt happier in his life. And he had never felt sadder.

He took a deep breath, struggling with himself over what to do. He really wanted to tell Chloe that Brady was cheating on her. If she knew, she would never go back to Brady. He was certain of that. But Philip couldn’t do it. He promised he wouldn’t be the one to tell her. It would seem too spiteful on his part to be the one to deliver that information, as if he were trying to manipulate her into staying with him. And Chloe would always remember that he was the messenger of that news. No, it just wouldn’t be right. But Philip knew that sooner or later, the truth would come out. And when it did, he would be waiting for her.


OUTSIDE IN THE WOODS

Bo: Look. There’s a cabin at the foot of the hill. I’m gonna go ask the people who live there if they heard or saw anything.
Brady: I’ll come with you.
Belle: Me too.
Shawn: Me too.
Roman rolled his eyes.
Roman: Fine. Let’s all go. Except for da Hummer driver. You can wait here.
The five of them trudged down the hill toward the cabin and arrived at the front door.


INSIDE THE HOUSE IN THE WOODS

Philip started to fold up the quilt that was on the sofa, when Chloe came out of the other room. The expression on her face made it seem like she was trying to read his thoughts. Philip managed a smile as she walked toward him wearing the dress she wore last night.
Chloe: Could you zip me up?
She turned around and pulled her hair to one side. Philip put down the quilt and gently pulled her zipper halfway up, letting his fingers glide over her silky skin one last time. He placed his lips on the back of her neck, closed his eyes and nuzzled his face into the crook where her neck met her shoulder. She reached back and held his head there with her hand, closing her eyes and drinking in the moment.
Chloe: If I close my eyes, I can pretend we’re a normal married couple getting ready to go to work.
He turned her around to face him and held her face between his hands.
Philip: The only reason I’m letting you go now is because I know that someday we’ll be together. Maybe not now, but someday.
They leaned closer and their lips were about to meet when they heard pounding at the door, followed by the sound of familiar voices. They looked at each other knowingly.

Philip walked to the front door and reached for the doorknob.

Chloe zipped her dress the rest of the way.

Philip opened the door.


To be continued ...

[djm]

Ohhh boy a Friday cliffhanger and it is only Wednesday. Can't wait for them all to meet. Thanks for the chapter. Loved when Chloe said if she closed her eyes she could pretend they are a normal married couple getting ready for work.

[MrsM]

Here we go!!!!

[fluffysmom]

LOVE this.... Everything felt surreal, like a dream, yet at the same time, it felt more real and true to him than anything ever had before. He and Chloe finally made love after all this time, she finally told him she loves him. He had never felt happier in his life. And he had never felt sadder.

It's time to face reality now. I can't wait to see what happens next.

[gapeach]

Oh man! Can't wait for tomorrow. Gonna have to figure out how to get this on my phone.

[DancingDays]

GAH!!! You left it there??? You must me trying to kill us. I'm on to you, lady!

[wendylou]

I think I'm almost as upset as Chloe and Phillip that that night is over.

[fluffysmom]

Oct 31, 2012 14:22:21 GMT -5 wendylou said:

I think I'm almost as upset as Chloe and Phillip that that night is over.

Me too Wendylou.

[fluffysmom]

Is it Thursday yet?!

[gapeach]

Oct 31, 2012 21:31:57 GMT -5 fluffysmom said:

Is it Thursday yet?!

It is Thursday!!!!!

[Kpatch]

8:00 a.m.

HOUSE IN THE WOODS

Philip opened the door to find Bo, Belle, Brady, Shawn, and Roman on the other side. The Salemites were shocked to see Philip and Chloe in the cabin. Belle pushed her way past Bo and Brady, and she threw her arms around Philip. As Philip hugged Belle, he looked over at Chloe. Brady rushed in and headed over to Chloe, lifting her in the air and swinging her around. Philip looked away when Brady and Chloe started to kiss.

Belle: Oh my god, Philip, I was so worried about you. You and Chloe both. Are you okay?
Philip: We’re fine.
Belle: You weren’t injured? The car looked scary.
Chloe: Philip hurt his foot.
Belle: In the crash?
Philip: It’s fine, really.
Brady: How about you, honey, are you alright?
Chloe: Yes, I’m fine. We’re both fine.
Bo: Well, that’s a relief.
Shawn: I’m glad to see you two are okay.
Philip: What the hell are you doing here?
Belle: He was worried, Philip.
Philip: Worried that I might have survived?
Shawn: What???
Roman: I’ll call off the APB.
Chloe: How did you find us?
Bo: We tracked the GPS on your rental car. You guys ready to go?
Brady: Not so fast.
Brady noticed the cushions in front of the fireplace and the blankets carelessly strewn on the sofa. He looked from Chloe to Philip and back to Chloe again.
Brady: What the hell happened over there? What went on here last night?
Chloe: Um.
Philip: I slept on the floor and Chloe took the sofa. ... I’d better put out the fire.
Chloe: I’ll put the blankets back where we found them.

Chloe folded the blankets and went into the other room. Belle followed, hot on her heels. Meanwhile, Philip crouched to put out the fire and Brady kneeled on the hearth beside him and whispered.
Brady: You didn’t tell her anything, did you?
Philip glared at Brady.
Brady: Well? Did you?
Philip: Did I what?
Philip knew what Brady was asking, but he wanted to force him to say it out loud.
Brady: Did you tell Chloe that ... you know ... about me and Nicole?
Philip: No. I didn’t. But you need to.
Brady: Are you kidding?
Philip: She’s gonna find out one way or the other.
Brady: Not if I can help it.


IN ONE OF THE BEDROOMS

Chloe put the folded blankets on a shelf in a bedroom closet. Belle grabbed her arm.
Belle: I need to know everything that happened here.
Chloe: Excuse me?
Belle: What happened? What did the two of you talk about?
Chloe: We talked about a lot of things. We were stranded here all night.
Belle: You didn’t ...
Chloe: Didn’t what?
Belle: You didn’t tell him about me and Shawn, did you?
Chloe glared at Belle.
Belle: Well, did you?
Chloe: I didn’t tell him, but he knows more than you think he does.
Belle: What? What do you mean? What does he know?
Chloe: All I’m saying is that he’s seen you and Shawn acting all clandestine. He suspects something.
Belle: I can’t believe you guys were talking about me and Shawn!
Chloe: We talked about everything, Belle. There wasn’t much to do besides ... talk.
Belle: Oh no. This is terrible. What if he asks me about it? What am I going to say to him?
Chloe: You should tell him the truth, Belle. Philip deserves to know. He deserves better.
They heard Roman calling from the other room.
Roman: Let’s shake a leg, people. We need to get going before the roads ice over again.

Belle and Chloe returned to the main room as Philip was putting on his coat.
Roman: Okay, listen up. We’ve got two cars. Brady, Chloe, Shawn, Bo, you’re in da Hummer. Philip and Belle, you’re riding with me.
Chloe: Let me get my coat.
Philip took Chloe’s coat off a chair and held it for her while she put her arms in the sleeves. She turned around to face him. Philip smiled and adjusted the collar of her coat. Chloe stifled a laugh as Philip buttoned her coat for her. Meanwhile Belle, Brady, and Shawn watched them intently, alternately shooting each other confused glances.

Philip: It was good seeing you, Chloe. I’m glad you came.
Chloe: Thank you, Philip. I am too. But I’m sorry for getting us into this mess.
Philip: Well, it’s been quite a reunion, and I wouldn’t have missed it for anything.
Chloe: Thank you for taking good care of me, Philip.
Philip: Any time. The pleasure was all mine.
Chloe: Not quite all.


The End

[gapeach]

Great story. When do we get the REST of the story???

[wendylou]

Loved it! Can't wait for the sequel, which I'm sure will be released soon. Right? Right?!?! RIGHT ?!?!!!!!