Todd's Saga 14: Deep Passions (Adult)

Blair walked up to her front door and stopped to search for her key.  She smiled as she pulled the ticket and note from her purse. She reopened the note to read it again.

Use the ticket, and take the Limousine that will be waiting for you.  He’ll bring you to the next leg of your journey and from there you’ll be brought to me. Hurry, I need you. T.

She couldn’t help but laugh at how mysterious Todd was being.  The ticket was for Miami, so she was going to pack for the warmer temps.  Since the weather in Llanview had turned cold just after she had returned from New Orleans, Blair found herself looking forward to some warm fun in the sun.  She breezed into the house, coming to a stop as she saw a beautiful bouquet of flowers sitting on the foyer table.  She turned when she heard footsteps.  It was Dorian coming out of the kitchen.  “My goodness, Dorian, it looks like you’ve snagged another one.  Carl must have really enjoyed your evening.”

Dorian glanced at the flowers.  “That’s what I thought, but they aren’t mine.  They’re yours. There was no card, perhaps they’re from a secret admirer.  Although this one seems to have a bizarre taste.  Really, twelve red roses and a black one, a bit dramatic don’t you think?

“A secret admirer?  I don’t think so.” Blair moved to the table and looked around the bouquet.  “I don’t understand why you call it bizarre.  I think they’re lovely, and Tony probably sent them.  He loves things ‘dramatic.’  The card must have just gotten lost.”

“Whatever, Blair.  Umm, you’re home awfully early.  I thought you were going to stay at the club tonight?”

“My plans have changed.  I have to go out of town a few days ahead of my scheduled trip.  Please forgive me.  I know it’s short notice and you have your own life to live, but will you watch over the boys for me?”

“Blair, of course, I will, but your Mr. Butler is starting to get on my nerves.  Why doesn’t he fly in here sometimes?  I’d really like to meet the man who’s taken Todd’s place in your heart.”

Blair chose to ignore Dorian’s comment about Todd and said, “Dorian, I already explained that.  He’s very busy and does a great deal of traveling during the weeks.  He knows I work hard here to maintain the club, and he figures it’s a good escape for me to come to him.  He likes to give me a chance to rest from everything in my life.  I love his concern and I don’t mind taking the trips to meet him.  He always makes me feel so special.  Just like sending these flowers.  It’s his little touches, I love the most.”

“Hmmph. In my book, if he really cared for you, he wouldn’t let you fly anymore.”

“What do you mean?”

“No matter how you try to hide it, I know you’re pregnant.  I haven’t pushed because I’m afraid I already know the answer to my question.  You’re too far along to be carrying Mr. Butler’s child, so you have to be carrying that devil’s spawn.  I warned you not to get involved with him again, but you didn’t heed my warning.  I must say, your Mr. Butler is definitely the better man if he loves you even though you’re pregnant with another man’s child.”

Blair’s anger flared at Dorian’s words.  “Shut up!”

Dorian was stunned into silence by Blair’s words.

Blair couldn’t stop herself, as everything she had held in for months came flowing out.  “You’re right, I’m pregnant with Todd’s baby and I won’t have you say another word against him.  You have no idea what went down before he disappeared.  Todd loved me, and our children and he also would have loved this baby, and he would have given anything just to be here with us right now.  I didn’t tell you because I knew how you felt.  Tony’s been nothing but supportive.  He knows all about Todd and he’s been helping me without all the “I told you so”  I just got from you.”

“Blair, calm down.  I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to upset you.  I was just concerned about all this travel in your condition.  You’re right, I shouldn’t have mentioned Todd.  You know I love you, and I’m tickled that another Cramer is on the way.”

“Stop, Dorian.  This baby, like Starr and Jack, isn’t just a Cramer.  He or she is also a Manning, and when the time comes, Todd’s name will be right alongside mine on the birth certificate.  I’m going to go pack.  Now more than ever, I need to get away from here.”  Blair moved up the stairs without looking back.

Dorian watched as Blair walked away.  She had hurt Blair and knew she needed to give her niece space.  Looking up the stairs, she said quietly to herself. “Todd Manning never knew what he had, or he wouldn’t have left you once again.  I know you loved him Blair, but I’m glad he  disappeared and this time I pray it’s for good.”  She shook her head sorrowfully and returned to the kitchen.

Blair stood at the top of the stairs just out of sight, where she had paused to regain her composure.   She heard Dorian’s last words, and it hurt her deeply.  Her aunt would never come around where Todd was concerned.  “You’re wrong, Dorian.  He knows exactly what he has and whether you want him back or not, he will return.”  She rubbed her stomach to reassure the child beginning to stir a little bit.  “Daddy needs us.  We’re off on another trip.”

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Todd’s day had been hectic.  After making sure Blair’s surprise was to be delivered, his chartered flight had taken him to South Dakota where he had met with the foreman at the drilling site and been caught up on the recent find of natural gas.  His little venture away from publishing concerns was turning out to be quite profitable.   It was a little after 3:00 pm, that his chartered flight took off and headed south to his final destination.

Todd stepped out of the bungalow and made his way down to the beach.   It was already dark and the moon was full, shining brightly above the ocean as the waves lazily lapped up on the beach.   In the distance, he heard the sound.   There, like a star low in the night sky, was a light, then its shape became silhouetted against the moon, and he could see the copter.   He backed away as it landed, but once the blades stopped, he eagerly ran to the door and opened it.

She was a vision.  Her eyes were sparkling with excitement and her beautiful smile lit up her face when she saw him.  “Welcome to your final destination, Mrs. Manning.  How was the ride?”  He reached into the copter and offered her his hand.

Blair laughed as she took his hand and stepped out into his arms.  She was exhilarated.  When she had gotten off the plane in Miami, she had met the limo as Todd had specified.  Little did she realize what was in store next.   She flung her arms around his neck. “Oh My God, Todd, I never dreamed I‘d be riding in a helicopter.  When the pilot took off over the ocean it was beautiful.  I felt like a part of the heavens, flying between the dark ocean and the star-filled sky.”

Todd couldn’t resist her joy and he kissed her. All of his pent-up desire flowed through him as she returned his kiss.   Passion ignited between them and they were lost in each other. Suddenly, they were interrupted by a loud cough.

“Umm, right sorry to stop your reunion, but I need to take off.  If you’ll move away, I’ll get out of here and let you folks continue.”

Todd and Blair looked at each other and laughed.  Grabbing Blair’s hand, Todd gathered her bag and they moved further up the beach, stopping to watch as the copter lifted off and flew away.  Todd dropped the bag and turned back to Blair.  “Where were we?  Oh, yes.”  His hand went to her face moving the strands of hair that had fallen down across it.  Her eyes were clear and bright in the moonlight and her lips were moist and full from their recent kiss.  “You are so beautiful.  You came into my life and changed it forever.  I love you, and when you’re not around, I ache until you’re with me again.”  She reached for his face and he caught her hand and kissed it. Then he lowered his head and gently began kissing her, deepening it as she responded and melted into him.

Todd slowly broke the kiss. He smiled at Blair’s puzzled look.

“Why are you stopping?’ she inquired.

“Because I have another surprise for you.  Come on.”  He wrapped an arm around her waist and led her down the beach and over the top of a dune.  There in front of them was a lovely canopy put up and lit on all sides by torches.   Underneath, the ground was covered with lovely blankets and pillows, and off to one side was a table laden with food.

Blair was enchanted.  “It’s like something out of an Arabian Night's tale.”  She turned to her husband and gave him a squeeze. “First a magic carpet ride, and now this.  I wonder what you’ll do next.”

Todd looked at her, his eyes smoldering, he smiled wickedly. “The only thing I want to do next is to get you on those blankets and show you how much I’ve missed you.”

Blair felt the heat begin to rise in her.  “Show me, Todd. Please!”

He led her to the tent and helped her get settled comfortably then dropped beside her and began to slowly unbutton her blouse.  When she wanted to help he covered her hands with his. “No, I want to savor everything.”

Blair quivered under his touch as he got the last of the buttons undone, and his hand came in contact with her skin. He slipped the blouse off and lowered his lips to her neck then trailed his kisses down, all the while expertly unclasping and removing her bra.  She shivered slightly as a breeze drifted through the tent blowing across her exposed flesh, but then gasped as his lips and teeth found her nipple. His tongue flicked out as he tasted her.  Blair was immersed in feelings as he worked his magic.

Todd paused his ministrations to her breast, to take the time to slip her skirt off.  She looked dreamily at him and lifted her hips eagerly, anxious for him to continue. The only article of clothing she still retained were her dainty lace panties and Todd wasted no time removing them.  His babe lay in front of him, fully revealed.  To him, she was Beauty personified.  Mother, Wife, Lover, all rolled into one gorgeous package, and she was his, all his.  To the mother, he paid homage by leaning forward and planting a gentle kiss on her belly.  As he caressed Blair softly, he felt his child move under his fingertips.

From her vantage point, Blair had been watching Todd’s face, as he had finished undressing her.  Her heart skipped a beat as she saw the love for her in his eyes.   He was so intense and focused.  When he gently kissed her belly and the baby moved, she saw the awe written all over his face.  It was the same look he had given her when he felt their first child move.  It never got old, seeing that look of wonder on his face.  She waited eagerly for his next move and was touched when he took her left hand and kissed her ring finger.   From there he kissed her inside wrist, then stood and got rid of his clothes.  Now it was her turn to admire her lover and husband. She loved his body.  Although it was scarred, like his face, it was also beautiful and lean. There wasn’t an ounce of fat on him and his work the past couple of months had toned and sculpted him to perfection.

Todd laid down beside Blair and ran his fingers lightly up and down her body, delighting in her little responses when he touched a sensitive spot.   One hand found her breast and fondled it.  His mouth lowered, and he began sucking and working her nipple. Her breaths were fast and her sighs of pleasure were building.  He started licking and kissing her body.

Blair was lost. Todd’s tongue was working wonders and soon her whole body was tingling. She wanted him so badly, but he was into sweet torture, determined to bring every ounce of pleasure to her before taking her.  Blair cried out suddenly as Todd’s tongue reached her center.  It was exquisite, she began pleading. ”Please, Todd… Oh God…” He entered her and her legs wrapped around him as she clutched his shoulders.  Their passion flowed, building in momentum as Todd began moving..  Blair was overwhelmed, sensations rising with each stroke until she thought she couldn’t take anymore.   Her body reached its limit as Todd exploded within her and her cries joined his.   Spent, he collapsed beside her, and she curled up into his arms.

Todd held Blair close to his heart, as his breathing returned to normal. Her soft breath against his chest indicated that she had fallen into a light sleep.  She would awake soon, and they would talk as they were used to doing, but for now, he reveled in the joy he felt just holding her.  The night enveloped them, the torches had gone out, and the moon was the only light in the sky.  Blair shivered a little in his arms and Todd grabbed a throw and gently covered her.  He felt relaxed for the first time in days.  His fingers played with her hair and he kissed the top of her head.

 He thought back to the events that had taken place nineteen years earlier. She had been his salvation from the moment he met her.  Of course, it wasn’t until the night of her Christmas present to him that he realized just how important she had become to him.  He had been terrified at first and had quickly left her apartment, while he tried to gather his confused thoughts.  Then she had tried to distance herself, and he knew he couldn’t let that happen.  He had insisted on remaining her friend and soon they had begun leaning on each other more and more.  Try as he might, she had been convinced she was in love with Cord Roberts, and he had cut his losses and headed out of town alone.  He had been surprised when she tracked him down a few days later.  A soft hand moved across his chest, and his thoughts were interrupted as he looked down into sleepy emerald eyes.  “Hi, Blair.”

She lovingly played with the hair on his chest and smiled. “Hi, Todd.   What are you doing?’

“Thinking.  About you, about us.  I had to get away from Louisiana.  Here came to mind, so I arranged the trip.”

Blair looked out at the calm ocean.  She saw the moon providing its gentle light over them.  “Where is here, Todd?”

“We’re on the beach, just steps away from where we first got married.”

Blair sat up and looked around.  “We’re in Key West?  What made you think of here?”    
She was surprised.  For years she had felt Todd would steer clear of Key West because it was where she had lied to snag him.  The fact that he had chosen it made her a little uneasy.

Todd heard the worry in her voice, and he quickly spoke to reassure her. “Relax Babe.  I didn’t bring us here to go over past mistakes.  This is where we became man and wife for the first time, but it was all wrong.  I brought us here to wipe out that memory.  This is our fresh start.  What do you say?”

Blair let out a sigh of relief at his words and dropped back into the arms he was holding open.   “I say yes.  I think it’s high time we let go of the past, and starting fresh here works for me.”  Todd didn’t give her a chance to say anymore.   Instead, he whispered something into her ear.  She giggled as his lips captured hers.   Mmmm, new memories, here we come.                


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