Love on the Run
Part 7: Rated Adult
Lou loved her job and the boys loved having her there. Once she started dressing as she normally did, they had gotten used to her and she immediately became part of the family. She was the sister they could go to when they needed advice or a shoulder to cry on in private. The best part was she was able to convince Teaspoon that not only could she handle her daily responsibilities, but also she could still care for Jedidiah.
At night after everyone else was asleep, Kid would sneak over to the main house to tuck his son in and to spend time with Lou. Each day they fell more and more in love. When he was gone on runs, he couldn't wait to get back to them, while Lou spent the time worrying whether or not Kid would return safely.
With each passing month of the others not knowing their secret, the harder it got for Lou and the more worried she would become. All too often one of the riders would return from a run either bruised or shot. The thought that she might lose her job if Teaspoon found out about her and Kid was the only thing that kept her from running in to his arms the moment he returned.
Three months after Lou took the job, Teaspoon and the boys went to rescue Teaspoon's adopted daughter Amanda. Charlotte came to stay with Lou and Jedidiah, and it felt good to finally have someone to talk to openly about her relationship and fears with Kid.
"I still can't believe how big he's gotten, Lou!" Charlotte exclaimed taking Jedidiah in her arms. "He must be a real handful."
Lou laughed. "It doesn't help the boys around here are already trying to teach him to ride a horse and shoot a gun!"
"And Kid?"
Lou sighed and sat down on the settee next to Charlotte. "Every time he rides out I wonder if I'll see him again."
"Have you talked to him about it?"
"He accuses me of being to overprotective."
"Are you?"
"I've seen them come back beaten and bruised. They'll be close to death and still finish their runs. I don't want anything to happen to him. I don't think I could go through losin' him again."
"How are things goin' with you two?"
"Better than ever except that we still haven't... you know," she answered blushing.
Charlotte grinned. "And why not?"
Lou shook her head. "He still wants to take things slow, I guess. Besides, there's always the chance someone could find out about us, and if that happens, I'd lose my job and he could lose his."
"Lou, I don't see how they haven't figured it out yet. With the exception of your eyes, this little cutie looks just like his daddy."
"I know," Lou sighed. "I hope they get back soon."
"Lou, stop worrying about him. I'm sure he's fine."
"Guess worryin' 'bout things don't make 'em any better. Here, let me take him. It's about time he's put down for the night."
Charlotte nodded and handed the baby over. "I'll fix us some tea while you're gettin' him settled."
Lou nodded and headed up the stairs.
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Kid was glad to finally be home. It had taken almost two weeks to deliver Pike for his hanging and to save Amanda, and it seemed to last forever. All he wanted to do now was tuck his son in and spend the rest of the night showing Lou how much he missed her.
Walking into the nursery, Kid stood in the doorway and smiled. Lou was sitting with her back turned to him in the rocker by the window, cradling their son and humming a lullaby. He watched them silently not wanting to disturb the peaceful scene.
Lou smiled and breathed a sigh of relief. She knew Kid was behind her watching her; she had seen them return about thirty minutes ago. "Welcome home, Kid."
Kid crossed the room and kissed the top of her head. "God, I missed you. How's he doin'?"
"Waitin' for his daddy to tuck him in. He waited until you guys rode up before he started to fall asleep." Lou stood and handed him his son.
Kid gently placed his son in the crib and stood there for several minutes just watching him. He could never get tired of watching his son; other than his momma, Jedidiah was the most important person in his life and always would be.
"I saw Charlotte downstairs. I'm glad she was able to come and visit. I felt better knowing someone was here with you with all these temporary replacements. Did they cause any trouble?"
Lou shook her head. "No more than you guys. It was nice to have some well behaved boys for awhile."
Kid turned around and smiled at her. "Admit it, you missed us."
Lou wrapped her arms around Kid's waist. "I missed you," she said standing on her toes to whisper in his ear.
"Not as much as I missed you." He kissed her hungrily.
Breaking the kiss, Lou groaned in frustration. "Kid..."
Kid kissed her again, this time with urgency. Lou started unbuttoning his shirt and as she ran her hands over his chest, she noticed the bandage wrapped around his waist. "Kid?"
"It's nothin', Lou. Just got grazed is all. I'm fine."
Lou pulled back. "You were shot?"
"Lou, I told ya, it's nothin'."
"Downstairs, Kid. Now! I don't want to wake Jed up," she grabbed his arm and pulled Kid towards the stairs.
Charlotte met them at the bottom of the stairs. "I'm off to bed. I'll see you two in the morning," she said smiling noticing that Kid's shirt was unbuttoned. She winked at Lou, "or maybe not."
Lou continued to pull Kid until they were in the living room. Kid saw the anger in her eyes and knew the homecoming he had planned wasn't about to happen.
"What the hell happened? How'd ya get shot?" Lou yelled.
"Pike was dead when we took him to where his brother was held up. When he realized it, the shooting started. I got hit in the side, but it just grazed me. I'm fine, Lou. It's nothin' to worry about."
"Nothin' to worry about? You could've been killed!"
Kid rubbed her arms. "I wasn't, Lou. Calm down."
"I will not calm down, Kid! Damn it, I've told you that you needed to be careful."
"Lou, will you quit smotherin' me? I have a job to do."
"I know that, Kid, and I worry every time you ride out. But it ain't just about me anymore. Do you know what it's like for me to sit here holding our son while you're gone, knowing that you might not come back? You never even considered that did you?"
Kid flinched at her words, feeling as if he'd been slapped. "I'm sorry, Lou. I never..."
Kid was interrupted by someone clearing his throat and groaned as he saw Lou's reddened face suddenly go white.
"Is there... uh... somethin' you two need to be tellin' me?" Teaspoon asked walking into the living room.
Lou buried her face in her hands. "How much did you hear?"
"Enough that I think the three of us have a little talk. Have a seat," he said, gesturing to the settee. He took a seat in the chair facing them by the fireplace. "I just don't understand. How did this happen?"
"How did what happen, Teaspoon?" Lou asked not wanting to give any more information than necessary.
"What d'you mean how? Him... you... the baby..." Teaspoon said pointing to the couple.
Kid blushed, "I think you know how, Teaspoon. You've been married six times after all."
Teaspoon chuckled. "That ain't what I'm talking about. What I'm talking about is why."
"Why, what?" Lou asked.
"Why in God's name I never noticed. He looks just like a tiny Kid. Now tell me everything, startin' at the beginning."
Kid and Lou went on to tell how they met and all the events leading up to her working at the station.
"Why did you two felt the need to keep it a secret? Lou, why didn't you at least tell me he was your baby?"
"I don't know, Teaspoon. Maybe ..." Lou tried to find the right words. "Maybe 'cause we thought you'd have to fire us."
"Why would I do a foolish thing like that?" Teaspoon asked puzzled.
"The company's got rules about this kinda thing... Kid's not supposed to socialize with other employees. Not like we've been. And you work for the company."
"I know that, but company's company and family's family. And I always thought of you boys ... and you and Jedidiah as family. And a family sticks together."
"You mean we can stay?" Kid asked hopeful
"I don't see why not. Unless you two got some other secrets you're keeping from me." Lou shook her head and Kid put his arm around Lou's shoulders, sighing in relief. "Matter of fact, I'm kinda relieved. I was beginning to worry 'bout all the time Kid was spendin' up here." Teaspoon grinned when Kid shifted uncomfortably in his seat. "Don't think I ain't noticed you sneakin' up here in the middle of the night."
"What about the others?" Lou asked.
"Well it's up to you two whether or not you want to tell them, but I think they have a right to know. It would at least put an end to all the bettin' that's been goin' on since the baby showed up."
"I guess breakfast is as good a time as any," Kid suggested. "Everyone's already sleepin' by now. Was there another reason why you came over, Teaspoon?"
Teaspoon shook his head. "Nothin' that can't wait till tomorrow and breakfast will be fine." Teaspoon rose and headed towards the door. "Kid, don't stay up too late tonight," he added with a wink as he walked outside.
Lou took a deep breath and smiled. "I'm glad we don't have to hide things anymore. And I'm sorry I yelled at you earlier."
"You were right, Lou. I wasn't thinkin' about Jed when I left for a run. But from now on that's gonna change. I can't guarantee you that nothin' will happen while I'm out on a run, but at least now, I'll be more careful."
"Well maybe knowin' how I feel will help you remember that. Can you do that?"
"I'll try."
"That's all I can ask. I love you, Kid."
"I love you too, Lou."
Kid kissed her again like he had before they started fighting and Lou took his arm. But this time, she led him to her bedroom.
By the time they reached the master bedroom, Kid's shirt was already untucked and unbuttoned and the fly of his pants untied. He shut the door, locking it, and when he turned around, Lou was already undressed and lying on the bed.
"Lou, you're killin' me," he growled, removing his clothes as he crossed the room to the bed. She held out her arms, and he was immediately wrapped in her warm embrace.
"Killin' you is the last thing I plan on doin' tonight," she replied huskily. She rolled him over on to his back and began working her way down his chest. She placed several light kisses on the bandage covering his wound and giggled as he groaned in anticipation.
Lou moved back up his body and straddled his hips. As Kid started to protest, she slowly eased herself on to him, stifling any further protests with her mouth.
Kid groaned as her tight muscles worked their magic. Having waited so long for this moment, he grabbed her waist and tried to slow her down. The more Kid tried to slow her, the faster she would go.
Sitting up and pulling her into his lap, Lou groaned in pleasure at the new sensations he was causing. He was reaching areas she didn't know existed, and she nearly came as she felt him gently sucking on her nipple.
Kid was too close to going over the edge. He had wanted their first time after so long to be special, but the year apart was just too much for him. Wanting Lou to go over with him, he reached down where they were joined and began teasing her where they were joined while nibbling on her neck.
"Come on honey," he urged her increasing the speed of his thrusts. Lou met them with the same urgency moaning as she felt the pressure inside her building.
Kid flipped her over as he felt her muscles tighten around him and with one last thrust, began emptying himself as they came together.
Resting his forehead against hers, he worried as he saw her tears start to fall. "I'm sorry Lou. I didn't mean to hurt you. I should've..."
Lou placed her finger to her lips and shook her head. "You didn't. I'd just forgotten how you make me feel when we're together."
"I didn't mean for it to be over so quickly," he said, rolling off her and pulling her beside him.
"I know, but we have all night," she grinned as she placed her head on his chest. "And now that everyone will soon know our secret, we'll have many nights to go slow."
Lightly scratching her back and shoulders, an idea popped into his head, and he smiled.
"What's that grin for?" Lou asked.
"Just thinkin' about those nights ahead."
Lou moved her hand downwards and wrapped it around him. "Let's worry more about tonight. In a few hours I'll have a station full of hungry boys, including our son, who'll all be wantin' breakfast."
"Well I'm hungry now," Kid growled in her ear. "But not for food."
He rolled her over on to her back, and for the first time, noticed the changes in her body. Her once small breasts were now larger and fuller. He took the time to gently knead one breast as he sucked on the nipple of the other, causing Lou to moan. Kid looked up grinning at her and then continued his exploration downwards.
Her once flat and smooth stomach was now more rounded and faded stretch marks crisscrossed it, providing further proof that she had indeed carried the miracle they created. He tried to imagine what she would have looked like heavily pregnant with his child, and silently prayed that he would one day get the chance to see her that way.
Lou began to worry when she noticed Kid staring at her stomach. No matter how much she tried, she couldn't seem to loose the remaining weight she had put on during her pregnancy, and she wondered if the stretch marks would turn Kid off. Her question was answered when she felt him trace them with his tongue. She squirmed under him as his tongue tickled her sensitive flesh.
Kid had forgotten how ticklish Lou could be and delighted as she squirmed under him. "You like that, don't ya?" he asked playfully.
"Kid," she begged.
"Kid what? Tell me what you want, Lou."
"I want you. Please, Kid."
Kid stuck his nose in her belly button and shook his head. Lou groaned, knowing he was going to torture her. He was going to prolong this as long as he could, and she didn't know how much she could stand.
Kid continued his way downward leaving a trail of kisses. Lou groaned as he began kissing her most sensitive place. Knowing what she wanted almost more than anything, slowly he continued down one leg, tickling the back of her knee then sucking on each toe before repeating the process in reverse on the other leg.
"Kid," Lou begged, shivering in anticipation.
Kid finally gave into her pleas. He started gently nipping at her bud as he inserted a finger into her. Lou grabbed him by the hair and guided him to the rhythm that would bring her the quickest release. Knowing this, Kid refused to let her guide him and continued with his tender ministrations, alternating his fingers and tongue, or adding more or less fingers, or changing the rhythm as she got closer and closer.
Kid kept bringing Lou closer and closer to the edge but refused to let her go over. She didn't know how much longer she could continue. Finally finding the strength, she wrapped her legs around his upper body, trapping him, and arched up against him.
Kid knew Lou was enjoying the slow torture as much as he loved doing it to her. Each time she moaned, he felt his arousal getting stronger and stronger. He knew he would need to give her the release she sought before he came, and when she locked her legs around him, he knew she was ready.
Lou groaned in frustration as Kid removed his fingers from her. Thinking he wasn't going to allow her release, she was surprised when she felt him grab her buttocks, bringing her even closer to him. His tongue continued to drive her wild, and just when she thought she couldn't take any more, Kid slid a finger into each of her openings, immediately sending her over the edge in a way she never knew existed.
Kid felt Lou's muscles tighten around his fingers as she cried out in ecstasy, almost sending him over the edge as well. He continued with his tongue, drinking all she had to offer as she continued shuddering around him. As she began to come back down from her high, Kid slowly moved up her body, his arousal becoming stronger.
Lou felt Kid teasing her opening as the last shivers of her climax subsided. "Kid," she pleaded, shaking her head. After what he just put her through, she deserved a chance to torture him as well.
Kid, sensing her hesitation, immediately pulled back and sat up. "Lou? Are you ok?"
Lou grinned at him and pushed him down on his back and pinned his arms at his side. "I am now," she answered trying hard not to giggle.
Kid chuckled as he realized he played right into her little game. "You ain't playin' fair," he said. He groaned as he felt Lou's mouth surround the tip of his head. "Lou..."
Lou released him and looked up at him grinning. "Fair is fair, Kid," she said licking her lips. Kid groaned as she slowly licked her way up his chest, kissing each new scar and flicking each nipple till they stood erect. She slid her hand back down between his legs, gently cupping his sac, while moving up to nibble on his ear. She giggled as she felt Kid tense under her.
She worked her way back down his body grabbing the base of his penis, and began slowly jerking him off as she ran her tongue all over his rock hard shaft. Kid closed his eyes and sucked in his breath as he felt Lou take him completely down to his balls. Her bottom teeth lightly grazed his sensitive flesh on the upstrokes, and her tongue traced the same path on her way back down.
"Lou," he pleaded. "If you keep doin' that, I'm not gonna last much longer."
Lou looked up at Kid grinning before going back to taking as much of him as she could. She knew if he came now, they'd have to wait before they made love again, but she didn't care. He'd always made her stop before, but now she was in control and wanted it all. He was getting closer and the harder he became, the less she was able to take down her throat.
When he felt her grab the base of his penis that she couldn't fit, he knew she had no intentions of quitting. He tried squirming under her, and when that didn't work, he tried tickling her. But feeling her throat vibrate with laughter around him was too much, and he exploded harder than he ever had.
Lou felt Kid jerk under her and was rewarded for her efforts. He screamed out her name in ecstasy over and over as he shot load after load of his seed down her throat. Lou took all he had to offer and felt her own moisture begin to pool again. When Kid finally released the last of his seed, she released his still hard cock and slid up his body.
Kid was sure he had lost consciousness because the next thing he knew, he felt Lou's wet heat surrounding him. He groaned as she slowly moved up and down on his sensitive member. He tried grabbing her by the waist to get some control of the situation, but she refused to relinquish control.
He realized that he could never get enough of her and realized he'd forgotten how tight and wet she could get and how they fit together so perfectly. He wanted for them to remain joined as one, not just for tonight but also for the rest of their lives.
Lou looked at down at Kid and was worried when she saw he had tears in his eyes. "Kid? What's wrong with you?"
"Just realized how much I love you, s'all."
Lou smiled and leaned down to kiss him, "I love you too. More than you'll ever know."
Kid reached up and started to play with her breasts and tweaked her nipples until they stood out erect. She moaned and arched against him, increasing her rhythm and using her muscles to encourage him to go over the edge with her.
Kid rolled Lou over, both of them groaning as he slipped out of her. Kid entered her again, gently this time, thrusting slowly to prolong their lovemaking as long as possible. He knew she was close to the edge, and she begged him to go faster. She wrapped her legs around his waist trying to pull him as deep as she could, increasing her thrusts so he had no choice but to meet them. Soon he felt her tighten around him even more and her breathing became ragged.
"Kid... Oh god!" Lou hollered.
Kid chuckled at how vocal she became and quickly silenced her with his mouth. He stilled himself waiting for her spasms to subside, and it was killing him. Soon she was urging him to continue, and he did, picking up the pace, thrusting into her as if there was no tomorrow.
Lou wasn't sure how much more she could take. She knew Kid would hold back until she was ready to come again, but she was still weak from her last orgasm, and it was getting harder to keep her legs wrapped around him. She moved her hands down to caress his cheeks and to pull him as close and as deep as possible.
Kid felt Lou urging him towards his climax. He was getting close but wanted to bring Lou with him. He pulled out of her and had her turn over on her stomach. With one hand he pulled her against him as he entered her from behind while his other hand sought out her curls and began rubbing her in rhythm with his thrusts. Soon Lou met him thrust for thrust, and he increased the pressure with his hand as he felt himself about to come.
Lou felt Kid tense above her and placed her hand over his to help him bring her over the edge with him. As she felt him starting to empty himself inside her, she finally reached her own release and buried her face in to the pillow to keep from screaming out in ecstasy again.
Exhausted and sated, Kid collapsed on top of Lou as the last of his seed was released. Wrapping his arms around her, he turned them onto their sides and kissed the back of her neck. He chuckled as Lou hugged his arms tightly against her.
"What's so funny?" she asked.
"Just thinkin' it's a good thing Jed's room is across the hall. The way the headboard was bangin' against the wall... And with the way you yelled out, I think the guys in the bunkhouse now know what's goin' on."
Lou laughed as well and then turned to face him. "You weren't so quiet yourself."
Kid looked into her eyes, and his heart swelled with pride. "What can I say, you bring out the beast in me."
"In that case, next time I'll bring a saddle and try to break your spirit."
Kid smiled, "I like the idea of a next time. I love you so much, Lou."
Lou kissed him lightly on the lips. "I love you too, Kid." Lou turned back over and before long, both were asleep in each other's arms.