Of the Fells

[KieranSoares]

Theo's own strong frame moved with Valentina as he braced his back against the mattress. He lifted a hand to trail up her belly and over her chest until his fingers hooked behind her neck and drew her down for another of their heated kisses. As slow and steady as he was taking everything, his blood was beginning to really rush and he wanted her to know the haze of lust she'd cast over him in that long, burning kiss.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina gasped as she was suddenly pulled down over Theo, his large hand cradling the back of her head as he kissed her for all that he was worth. She absolutely melted in that moment, whimpering as he showed her just what he thought about her. She could have died in that moment and been extremely happy.

"Amore. You make me burn." She whispered softly, her dark eyes looking into his own as she continued to ride him with leisurely strokes of her body.

 

[KieranSoares]

"You 'ave no idea what y'do t'me sweet lass," Theo's low groan of pleasure returned. He simply couldn't get enough of her now and his gaze told her that, clouded with pleasure as it was. When he felt his limit slowly creeping back upon him, Theo's thick fingers found Valentina's little clit once more to add to her pleasure so that she wouldn't be left unsatisfied.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina gasp as his fingers trailed to her throbbing bud, rubbing it with his thick fingers until her belly clenched tightly. She jerked over his shaft, her fingers curling tightly against his chest as she suddenly broke again. She let out a long, low mew, the pleasure making her face clench in the most beautiful way.

 

[KieranSoares]

Theo rode out her climax this time, enjoying her little sounds and movements altogether too much. He finally had to give in, though, lifting Valentina up from his shaft before his seed could spill. He kissed her with gentle but absolute abandon. He hadn't felt this satisfied and relaxed in years.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina was a rumpled mess as he guided her back to the bed, a smile on her lips as he kissed her with love and abandon. She sighed and cooed, her fingers curling against his naked chest as he held her so tightly.

"That was...lovely." She whispered in the quiet aftermath of the moment. "Thank you."

 

[KieranSoares]

"Anytime, love," Theo chuckled quietly. Even though the thought came back to him that they couldn't spend all day in that room, he settled for the time being beside Valentina, content to enjoy it while it lasted.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina dozed beside Theo, getting the rest that she so sorely needed. An hour later, she was awake and feeling refreshed as she sat up on the edge of the bed.

"I have to get back to work." She murmured as she reached to pick up her clothing from the floor around the bed.

 

[KieranSoares]

Theo sat up enough to prop himself up on one elbow, watching her gather her clothes. He let out a sigh that was partly contentment, partly disappointment that their short peace in their room was over. He sat up on the edge of the bed and reached down to get his trousers and boots, pulling them on and fastening his belt.

 

[heartofcourage]

"It's hard being with a healer, you know." Valentina said softly as she pulled her shirt back over her head. "I can't always be there when you might need me. I can't even stay the entire night in your bed most of the time. Are you sure that's what you want?"

 

[KieranSoares]

"Well, if I 'ave my way, I'll be gettin' up with ya t'help." Theo had resigned himself to helping her. His strength came in handy with moving patients for whatever reason, especially considering he was a very gentle giant and especially good with children. His knowledge of herbs was fairly diverse as well, at least in herbs that came from the isles.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina turned to look at him with a curious glance. No one had ever offered that and she wasn't sure what to thing about Theo's offer.

"What if we have children? You would have to care for them on your own often." She murmured softly, needing him to answer just a few simple questions.

 

[KieranSoares]

"I'll do whatever it takes," Theo's answer was simple and precise and he didn't have to think about it. He met her gaze, and his own was honest, calm, and sure. He knew what he wanted out of life now, and he was glad to suffer a few days waking up or going to bed alone for it.

 

[heartofcourage]

She never in her wildest dreams would have thought she'd find a man like Theo. he wanted her without compromise. She was across the room in an instant, her lips pressing against his own as she wrapped him in a tight and loving hug.

 

[KieranSoares]

Theo wasn't quite ready, finding himself on his back on the bed again and kissing her as they held one another. When their lips finally parted after who knew how long, he gave her a soft and glad smile. His eyes searched her own, committing their color and unique light to memory.

 

[heartofcourage]

"I might have to wear a dress for you a time or two. It's a small price to pay." Valentina murmured as she watched him studying her eyes, committing them to memory. "I love you, Theo. With all of my heart, Mi Amore."

 

[KieranSoares]

"An' I love you, Valentina..." He murmured in return with one last kiss before he sat up with her. "Let's get goin' lass. Someone'll come lookin' 'fore too long."

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina nodded and pushed herself out of bed, resigned to doing her duty as healer of Inverness. She found herself smiling more, glancing at Theo as he worked dutifully beside her for the good of the patients. Her biggest concern was for Brogan and Julia. Her sister-in-law acted alright, but she knew deep down she was a wounded woman. Brogan simply wanted to escape from reality, slipping into darkness rather than dealing with his fragile emotions.

 

[KieranSoares]

Other men were in similar states to her brothers back in Inverness, many scarred mentally and physically by the horrors of the new weapons of war. But they were at least more responsive than Brogan. Brogan wouldn't even answer yes or no questions and he wouldn't make eye contact with anyone but Julia for more than a split second.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina saw in Brogan's weakness just how much he loved his wife. When she entered their room, Julia was sleeping soundly on the bed beside her husband. Her cheeks were pale, dark circles under her eyes telling everyone just how exhausted she was. Brogan' broad hand was beneath her cheek, cradling her face as she slept.

"She loves you. More than anything." Valentina said softly to her brother, speaking to him like a scared child as she got new bandages and herbs ready.

 

[KieranSoares]

Brogan looked to Valentina as she readied her supplies. His expression was unreadable, but his eyes showed his immense pain. Still in silence, he gently pulled back from Julia so that Valentina had space to work, but he didn't let go of Julia's hand.

 

[heartofcourage]

Valentina work quickly, changing his bandages and giving him numbing herbs to help him relax. Then she sat at his bedside and held his free hand. She didn't speak. He didn't want to hear pretty words and promises. He simply needed to know that there were people there for him.

"Would you try and eat if I brought you some stew?" Val asked him softly after a while.

 

[KieranSoares]

Brogan nodded slowly, and it was Theo who went to fetch the stew so Valentina could have a moment alone with Brogan. After he was gone, Brogan looked to Valentina again and sat up with a bit of difficulty. He reached up to touch her cheek before he pressed a kiss to her forehead as he had often done for as long as she could remember when either of them was upset.

 

[heartofcourage]

"It'll take time." Val murmured to her brother as he kissed her brow gently. "I won't lie to you about that. I promise that I'm not going to let you or any of your men simply fade away."

As a healer she took her job very seriously and he knew that. She also knew that he worried about her, as any older brother would.

"Theo loves me, Brogan. He loves me just the way that I am." She whispered to him, sharing her secret. "He makes me very happy."

 

[KieranSoares]

Rather than react with tension and immediate distrust of Theo as her other brothers would, Brogan simply nodded, his expression becoming a bit more peaceful. He'd always been worried she would let her work get in the way of having a real life and love. He laid back down, shifting closer to Julia. He only wanted to sleep and stay asleep, but his mind wasn't keen on letting him.