A Couple of Forevers (This Time Forever Book 2) (4 page)

“Mom, Kayla said as she took Renee’s left hand.  “That
ring.  It’s beautiful.  When did you get it?”

Elliott was in earshot.  He quickly excused himself from his
conversation with the other gentleman and walked over to where Renee was
sitting on the sectional.

Renee smiled at Kayla and then at Elliott.

Elliott said, “We wanted you all to come over this evening
to help us celebrate our best friends coming into town.  They’ve been so good
to us through everything.  And now we’re here.”

Joe was pouring glasses of champagne as Elliott continued.

“Renee and I love each other so much.  We always have and
always will.  Renee and I are getting married in two weeks.” 

Lena’s eyes were filling with tears.  She said, “This is the
best news ever.  I knew it would happen soon.  I’m so happy right now for our
son and now Renee is going to be like a daughter for us.”

Renee’s eyes started to mist with tears as well.  She looked
up at Elliott and smiled.

Renee said, “We have so much to be happy about.  Elliott
finding me and the kids.  Me coming to my senses and coming here to get married
to and spending my life with Elliott.   Making a baby with Elliott.”

The room went silent.

Then a burst of excitement as Kayla squealed, “Mom, Dad! 
You’re having a baby?”

Kayla pulled Renee into a tight hug and then Elliott.

Lena was laughing now and saying, “So, my suspicions have
been right all along!  I knew something was going on.  Elliott has been so
protective of Renee lately.  This is fantastic.”

Ben hugged and kissed Renee and hugged Elliott.  He said,
“So, Dr. Moore really was congratulating me on the new baby.  You kids are
something else.  Congratulations, you two.  You have made Lena and me so happy.” 

Mik gave Renee a hug and shook Elliott’s hand.  “This is
wonderful.  We’re so happy for you,” he said. 

After things settled down, Joe and Liza passed around
glasses of champagne to everyone, except Renee, who was given a glass of ginger
ale.

After all the excitement had settled down, Lena, Liza, and
Kayla huddled around Renee.

Liza brought Lena and Kayla up-to-date on the wedding plans
so far.  She said, “Tomorrow we’re going to try on dresses.  I have already
made an appointment at a bridal salon in Beverly Hills.”

Kayla said, “I want to go.  Do you mind if I tag along?  And
I can help with the plans, too.  Just tell me what I need to do.”

Liza told Kayla that she was certainly welcome to come
along.  “Lena, would you like to join us?”

Lena said, “Absolutely.  I can help, too.  Anything you
need.”

Renee said, “Is there anything that I can do?”

Liza turned to Renee and said, “After tomorrow, you’re going
to start taking it easy.  Of course you have to come for the dress selection
and to check out the wedding venue, but after that, we can take care of
everything else.”

Elliott was walking over to their group.  He heard Liza tell
Renee to take it easy.  He said, “Can I get you ladies anything?”

Renee said, “I think we’re okay, thanks though.”

He kissed her and whispered in her ear, “Love you, baby.”

She placed her arms around his neck and drew him into a deep
kiss.

After the excitement had somewhat settled, Kayla called Matt
to tell him the news, and Renee called her dad to let him know.

~~~~

After everyone had left, Renee and Liza were cleaning the
kitchen.  Liza said, “Oh, by the way, we’re going to Vegas.  We leave Friday
and come back Thursday, rehearsal is Friday and Saturday is . . . well, you
know the rest.”

Renee looked incredulously at Liza.  “We’re what?!  Liza, I
can’t just . . .”

“What?” Liza said.  “Of course you can.  Look, this gives
you and Elliott a break from sexing
every
night right before the big
day.  Besides, I’ve always wanted to go to Vegas and we’re right next door to
it.  We’re staying at the Bellagio.”

“Who said we’re sexing every night?  And even if we were, is
a break really necessary?”

“Liza laughed and said, “Girl please, as fine as Elliott is,
I know you get that on a whenever basis.  That, plus the fact that you’re
pregnant.  But really, Vegas will be fun.  We can see some shows, stay at a
very nice hotel and get ogled by men before we have to come back and be wives.”

Renee had to admit that it did sound like fun.  “Okay, but
you get to be the one to tell Elliott since this is all your idea.”

“And when he asks, I’ll just tell him exactly what I told
you,” Liza said.

Just as Liza had finished saying that she would tell Elliott
about the Vegas trip, Elliott was walking into the kitchen.  Joe had broken the
news to him about Liza’s Vegas plans.

Elliott said, “I don’t think Renee needs to be going to
Vegas right now.”

Liza said to Elliott, “There’s nothing to worry about.  I
promise to take very good care of her, I won’t let her overdo things, and I
will bring her back all rested and ready for your big day.”

Renee glanced over at Liza, who was looking very satisfied
with herself, and said, “I don’t want Elliott to be worried about me.  Maybe we
should go another time.  After I have the baby maybe would be better.”

Liza said, “Well, it would be ashamed to do that, Renee.  I
mean, we came all this way and everything.  And you know how I told you I would
like to go to Vegas.  Well, this is our big chance.  I promise, it’ll be fun,
and Elliott, I really promise to take excellent care of your little
pretty-pretty.  It’s for a very short time.”

Joe said, “Liza, maybe just let them sleep on it tonight. 
It’s kind of a surprise for them, and with everything going on, they just need
some time.”

Liza, totally exasperated said, “Okay, fine.  But, please
really think about it.”

Before going to bed, Elliott and Renee promised Liza that
they would give the Vegas plan further consideration.

~~~~

As they were settling into bed that night, Elliott was
voicing his concern over Renee going to Vegas.  “What if you start feeling sick
or something?  I just don’t want you to be too far away in case you start
feeling bad.  Maybe we should call Dr. Middleton.”

Renee said, “I’m sure everything will be just fine.  I will
make sure to keep ginger ale and crackers in the room and if something major
happens, I could be seen there.  But trust me, I will be fine.”

Elliott took a deep breath and said, “If you’re absolutely
sure, then I guess.  But just for the record, I am not completely on board with
this whole idea.  Besides that, I absolutely love knowing that you’re here in
our home every day and in our bed every night.  Now you’re going to be gone for
a week.”

Renee said, “I know and believe me, I feel the same way,
too.  But it is for just a few days, and we’ll all be so busy getting ready for
everything, I’m sure the time will go by really fast.”

Elliott propped himself up against the headboard, pulling
Renee on top of him.  She pulled her sleep wear over her head, revealing her
still flat stomach and breasts that were starting to swell, and nipples that
became even harder as the air touched them.  She had already removed her
panties.

Elliott took in Renee’s sexy frame and said, “Mmmm, so does
this mean you are breaking your no sex before marriage rule?” 

Renee licked Elliott’s lips before kissing him and said,
“Well, I don’t think I have very much choice, seeing as I’m being whisked away
for a week.  I think we have to do this, don’t you?”

Elliott said, “I’ve always thought that we have to be doing
this.”   He took her sensitive nipple into his warm mouth, alternating between
using his tongue to gently bathe it, and gently sucking it.  Renee moaned
softly as Elliott made her hotter and wetter.

Renee cupped Elliott’s head to her breast, enjoying the
sensation that he was creating.  She felt as if there was a connection that ran
from her breasts to her sex.  She took Elliott’s erection into her hand and
stroked it from the base all the way tip, swirling his precum around the top of
its reddened, exposed head.

Elliott groaned audibly and placed his hands on Renee’s
hips, pulling her closer so that her slit made direct contact with his penis. 
“Mmmm, baby, you make me feel so good,” he said in a husky voice.

Elliott continued licking and sucking Renee’s nipples and
gently squeezing her bottom, keeping his erection in contact with her clit. 
“Ohhh, yes, Elliott, feels so good to me, too.”

“I want you so much right now, Renee.  Please . . .”

Renee took Elliott’s hard, veined penis, slick from her
juices and gently guided it into her hot, wet little opening.

When he was fully and deeply inside her, they began to
slowly and rhythmically rock each other.  Renee laced her fingers into
Elliott’s thick, dark hair as he licked and sucked on her neck and nipples. 
Elliott’s thick shaft filled Renee to the hilt and her tightness gripped him
like a vise. 

All of this continuous licking, moaning, and rocking brought
Renee and Elliott to a hot, sweaty, slippery climax that forced Renee to
collapse on top of Elliott, and left them both breathless.

~~~~

Chapter
3

Liza was ecstatic when Renee told her that while not
thrilled at the idea of her going to Vegas on such short notice, Elliott could
see how it would be a fun getaway for the ladies.  “Oh, Renee,” Liza beamed,
“We’re going to have so much fun.  Friday can’t get here quick enough.”

As the ladies walked into the high-end bridal salon, they
were greeted by a very pretty lady who looked at her computer screen and said,
“Hi, you must be the James party.  You’re right on time with a few minutes to
spare before your appointment begins. Please follow me to the waiting area.”

The bridal salon itself was beautiful.  While the shop
itself was huge, it still had a very intimate feel to it. The ceilings were not
too high and had beautiful chandeliers and the furnishings were expensive
looking, but very inviting and comfortable.  It was filled with exquisite gowns
made from the finest silks, satin, and lace.  There was no shortage of styles
of gowns or accessories.

Once they arrived to their private waiting area, the
receptionist said, “Now which one is the bride?”

Renee responded and the receptionist congratulated her. 
Before leaving, the receptionist asked Renee and Liza if they would like a
glass of champagne. 

Liza and Lena responded that they would take a glass, Kayla
asked for water, and Renee asked for ginger ale. 

Shortly after the receptionist left to get their drinks, the
bridal consultant entered Renee’s bridal area.

“Hi, I’m Amy.  I’ll be helping you to select your wedding
dress today.”  They chatted for a few minutes and then Amy focused her
attention on Renee.

“When is your wedding?” Amy asked Renee.

Renee said, “The wedding is next weekend, which is a real
concern for me if alterations have to be made.  See, the thing is that I’m
pregnant.  I know things aren’t going to change that much in the next couple of
weeks, but it would be nice to find something that wouldn’t have to have any
alterations.”

Amy said, “I understand, and double congratulations to you! 
Now, my next question will help us a lot in finding exactly what you want. 
What style of dress do you see yourself wearing?”

Renee explained to Amy that she wanted something elegant,
understated, and not stark white or poufy.  “I definitely do not want to look
like I’m trying to be in my 20s.  I want my look to be grown-woman sexy and
classy.”

Amy was very attentive and made notes.  She said, “Okay,
last question before I bring in dresses.  Is there a specific price range that
you would like?”

Renee said, “I would like to see the dresses first.  Of
course I don’t want to break the bank, but I do want something that makes me
feel beautiful.”

Amy stood up and said, “Well, Renee, that won’t be a problem
at all.  I’ll be back with three dresses that I think you’ll really like.  And
Liza, I even have one in mind that you would like to see her in.  If you ladies
will excuse me, I’ll be back in a few minutes.”

The ladies were discussing bridal party dresses and suits
for the men when Amy and an assistant returned with three very beautiful
dresses.  Amy said, “This first dress is your exact vision, Renee.  The lace
and beading detail are divine.  We’re just going to step into the dressing room. 
We’ll meet you ladies right outside by the three-way mirrors.”

A few minutes later, Renee stepped out of the dressing area
where Amy was waiting to button the back of the dress.  Both ladies were silent
when Renee finally broke the silence and said, “This is absolutely beautiful,
Amy.  This dress really has everything I want.”

After she had secured the last button on the back of the
dress, Amy stood back and looked at Renee.  “Oh my,” she said.  “This dress
looks as if it was designed specifically for you.  Beautiful.”

After a few minutes, Amy and Renee walked out to the
three-way mirrors.  When Liza, Kayla, and Lena saw Renee, Liza said, “Renee, oh
girl, that’s beautiful on you!  I don’t think I know anybody else who has tried
on their first wedding gown and actually looked beautiful in it.  What do you
think about it?”

Renee said, “Well, like I told Amy, this dress absolutely
has everything that I love and has been my vision.  My only concern is, of
course, alterations.  I hate to fall head-over-heels for this dress only to
find out that it wouldn’t be an option for me.”

Kayla said, “Mom, this dress looks as if it were
custom-designed for you.  The design, the color, everything is perfect about
this dress.”

Lena eyed the dress carefully and walked around Renee.  She
said, “Yes, I agree, this is certainly perfect.  The fit is remarkable. 
However, we have to keep in mind that she is pregnant.  Will this dress fit
this way a week from now?”

Amy said, “This dress is deceiving like that.  I know it
doesn’t look like it, but it could be altered if need be.  Though, I have to
tell you, I don’t think we’d have to do anything to it.”

“Okay,” Renee said.  “This dress is definitely the top
contender, though I still have two left to try on.  I’m almost tempted to just
go with this one and call it a day.”

Liza said, “Come on, you at least have to try the other
two.  This dress is hot, but who knows?  You might like the others just as much
or more.”

Renee and Amy went back to the dressing and Amy gave Renee
the second dress.  The second dress was a poufy creation that was Liza’s
taste.  Renee and Amy looked at the dress and then at each other. 

Amy said, “Well, what do you think?”

Renee, trying unsuccessfully to suppress a laugh, said, “No. 
This dress makes me look as if I have played dress up in some tall woman’s
closet.  Way too much.  It’s a pretty dress, but it’s not for me.”

When the ladies saw the second dress on Renee they couldn’t
help but to laugh.  Liza said, “Well, St. Claire, I guess you know best, huh? 
The whole poufy thing is great for tall, young brides, but on grown, sexy,
petite women, it’s a no.”  They all agreed.

After they finished looking at that dress, Renee and Amy
went back to the dressing room to try on the final gown.

Amy said, “This last dress is sort of a fusion of yours and
Liza’s taste”. 

Renee tried on the last dress, and after a few more minutes
of assessing the dress, Renee went into the dressing room and took the dress
off and gave it to Amy. 

When Renee stepped into the hallway.  Lena said, “Well, what
about the third dress, Renee?”

Renee said, “Well, I gotta tell you, it was a bit much. 
There was no use in even coming out here in it because it wouldn’t make any
difference.”

Liza and Kayla stood there with their mouths open.  Kayla
said, “So you’re not going to let us see it on you?  Really, Mom?”

Renee said, “Like I said, it was just too much and there was
no need in coming out here in it.  We’ve already seen the dress we really like
and the one we don’t like.  Let’s go ahead and start looking at dresses for you
all.  We’ve still got to look at that wedding venue today, and I don’t want to
get too tired out.”

Liza was completely exasperated at this point and said,
“Okay, Renee.  You’re in charge here.  Let’s head over to bridesmaids dresses.”

After they had finished making their selections, they left
the salon and went to the wedding venue.  Le Petit Chapel was located just
outside the city limits.  Once inside, they were greeted by Ivan.

After introductions had been completed, Renee said, “Ivan,
according to the website and our conversation on the phone, I thought this
place was small, but it quite large.  I prefer an intimate setting, something
very beautiful and serene.”

Ivan could sense that Renee was not the type of woman who
wanted something that would be over-the-top and glitzy.  Laughing, he said,
“Yes, our website is a bit deceptive in that it only shows a few select photos
of our place.  I would like to show you a few options, if I could.  I think you
will really like what we have to offer here.”

Everyone’s interest was piqued.  Renee smiled at the older
gentleman and said, “Yes, you certainly have all of our attention.  Let’s see
what my options are.”

Ivan had already pulled out a file to show the ladies how
their venue could be modified and decorated to suit just about any bride’s
taste.  “Even though our place is quite large, the way it has been designed, we
are able to create anything from a very splashy event to one that is very
intimate.”  

By this time, Elliott and Joe had arrived and were escorted
into Ivan’s office by the receptionist.  Elliott said, “I thought this place
was small, but it is very big.”

Renee explained to Elliott what Ivan was explaining earlier
about being able to create a very intimate wedding for them.

Ivan said, “I have one more thing I would like to show you
that you might like to consider.”  Ivan led everyone outside to one of the most
beautiful and luscious gardens anyone had ever seen.  He said to them, “This is
an option to consider if you would like to have an outdoor wedding.”

After Renee and Elliott had decided that they would like to
have an outdoor wedding, Ivan said, “Let me show you one more option.  Please
come this way.”

After a short trek back through the main building, the group
found themselves on the opposite side from the beautiful garden area.  Now they
were standing on the beach.  They were surrounded by sumptuous, soft, white
sand and clear, blue water.”  Ivan said to the awestruck group, “This is also a
very popular option.”

Everyone was chatting, trying to determine which of the
three options would be the most suitable.  Once back in Ivan’s office, he said
to Renee and Elliott, “I really need to know what option suits you two.  Keep
in mind that I need to know something no later than tomorrow so that I can
instruct my staff as to what needs to be done to meet your needs and so that
everything is to your liking.”

Renee said, “Ivan, thank you for taking the time to see us
today on such short notice.  Elliott and I will talk about this tonight and I
will call you first thing in the morning.”

Before they left, Ivan reminded them that should the weather
become bad, an indoor ceremony to suit their taste would be available to them. 

It was 7:00 when everyone parted that evening and went their
separate ways.  When Renee and Elliott and Joe and Liza returned, their
neighbors Kim and Robert were waving at them.  “Hi,” Kim said as she walked
across the street to greet her neighbors and their guests.  “I’m so glad to see
you again and I hear that double congratulations are in order!”

Renee smiled at Robert and Kim and said, “Yes, and thank
you.  We are just returning from getting things set into motion.  It’s been
such short notice, but everyone has been so nice and helpful.  I think
everything will go just as planned.”

Renee introduced Kim and Robert to Liza and Joe.  “Liza has
been the main visionary of this wedding.  We were going to go to the courthouse,
have a brief honeymoon, and have a party for everyone to celebrate once we
returned.”

Kim smiled warmly at Liza and said, “You did the right
thing.  I just briefly met Renee the other day, but we’ve known Elliott for a
while.  And from the things that he has told us about Renee, I believe that
they should have something very beautiful and special.  They deserve it.” 

The ladies went into the house to continue talking while the
men stayed outside for a few more minutes before coming in.  Kim teased Elliott
and said, “In your excitement about everything, I’m guessing that you forgot to
mention to Renee and Liza that I am an events planner and would love to help in
any way that I can. I am very well-connected and liked by the wedding vendors
around here and I could make sure that everything goes off without a hitch.  
It sounds like things are pretty well set up, but if I can do anything to help,
I would be happy to do it.”

Liza said, “That would be fantastic.  Renee and I are set to
take a few days off before the big day.  It would be really nice to have
someone with your standing to make sure things are really happening the way
they should.”

Renee said, “Kim, that is so generous of you, but I don’t
want to put you to any trouble.”

“Nonsense,” the gorgeous blonde said.  “Besides, you all
have done so much already.  I just need a list of the places and people that
you have been in contact with and I’ll take care of the rest.  I’ll even take
care of setting up appointments for the guys to get their suits.”

Liza said, “Their son, Matt, is in New York, but will be
back later this week or the weekend.  He will need to be fitted as well.”

Kim told them that it would be no problem getting a suit for
Matt.  All she needed was his contact information so that she could direct him
as to what he needed to do.  She informed them that if they wanted, she could
finish up for them, giving Renee time to take it easy and Liza time to enjoy
her stay in California.

At the end of the evening, around 10:00, everyone was tired
and said their good-byes.  Renee told Kim that she would call Matt to let him
know about his suit. 

Liza said “I like her.  That’s very nice of her to help us
out.  And Robert is so big and handsome.  Did I hear him say that he owns his
own marketing firm?”

Elliott laughed and said, “Yes, he has a very well-known
agency.  They are very nice people.  His dad is the police commander and his
mother is a psychiatrist.  Kim is from Australia and her family is still
there.  She came to California hoping to break into acting, but when that
didn’t work out, she started her own event planning business.”

E teased Liza, “I didn’t bring you out here to start looking
at other men.”

They all laughed and Liza said, “Now you know I only have
eyes for you, sweetie.  But don’t think I didn’t see your eyes dilate when you
saw Kim.  She is stunning.”