Enough Chapter 22

Chapter Twenty-Two

Lexie was still sleeping Saturday morning, so I got up and started the coffee pot. I started cooking bacon and eggs for the both of us on the stove. I was finishing up the eggs when Lexie walked up behind me pressing her body into me.

“Good morning my love.”, she said softly.

“Good morning baby.”, I replied.

I felt her hands on my hips and her thumbs slipping into the waistband of my shorts. With one quick movement she pushed my shorts down to my ankles. She shifted slightly to my right side but still pressing her breasts against my back. She reached around with her right arm grabbing my cock. She began to methodically jerk me off softly kissing my neck using her tongue occasionally. In no time, she had me with a raging erection as I gripped the stove with both hands for balance. Lexie’s hand was relentless in her motion.

“Cum for me baby, let it go.”, she urged.

That was all it took as I shot string after string of cum on the over door. She continued to stroke me until I was spent leaning over the stove for balance. She then reached down and pulled my pants up pushing me away from the stove. She cleaned it quickly then began to finish cooking breakfast.

Christmas was only twelve days away, but our plans were already set and the Christmas gifts bought. That Monday, Lexie was informed that she passed the Sergeant’s Test and would get her new badge in a ceremony on Friday night. We were both off, so it was not a problem being there.

We showed up early at the auditorium and got good seats. The place quickly filled up due to this was a once-a-year functions as awards and promotions were given out. By the time the MC stepped to the microphone the place was packed. First the new graduate class was announced and presented with their badges. Then came the promotions which number about two dozen. Lexie walked across the stage and accepted her new Sergeant’s Badge to a loud ovation.

I could tell the program was coming to an end and honestly, I was ready to go. But there would be a reception in the adjacent hall, so I knew we had a few more hours to go. The Chief Superintendent of the Police then walked to the microphone.

“Before we adjourn, I need to tell you a story. We had an incident unfold this year with one of our deputies. She made a routine traffic stop that turned into a life and death situation. Riley Dugas is that officer and I would like to call her up here.”, he stated.

Riley got up from her chair and slowly walked to the front of the room with a tremendous applause from the crowd. She walked up the stairs and walked to the side of the Superintendent. She quickly shook his hand and he returned to the microphone. Lexie reached down and took my hand inside of hers, holding it tightly.

“Shortly after making the traffic stop, Officer Dugas was attacked by two of the suspects and taken to the ground. Fortunately for her, a good Samaritan happened to be passing by. He pulled over and quickly exited his vehicle taking on all three of the attackers alone. In the altercation he was stabbed twice but was able to put down two of the assailants. He was once again attacked by the third causing Officer Dugas to fire her service weapon striking the assailant in the back. The good Samaritan then crawled over to Officer Dugas, lifted her head from the pavement and held her using her radio to call for help. When backup arrived, he was still holding Officer Dugas in his arms pointing her weapon at the assailants.”, he stated.

I knew by now most of the room was looking over at me. I tried to remain calm, but Lexie’s leg was moving a mile a minute. This was something I did not expect.

“So, having said that on behalf of our city, our department and Officer Dugas we would like to present this individual with the highest civilian award we have.”, he continued.

An officer walked over with a huge crystal vase in his hand and set it on the table next to the Superintendent.

“Oh, and the other plus in this matter is that he happens to be in a relationship with Officer Lexie Thomas from the Second District. I would like to present the Citizen Valor Award to Mr. Chris Williams.”, he ended.

I simply sat there somewhat stunned by the magnitude of the award. Lexie finally shoved me out of my chair into the aisle. Everyone was on their feet applauding as I slowly walked up the center aisle. I finally got to the steps and got up on the stage. I walked in the direction of the podium and encountered Officer Dugas first. She simply wrapped her arms around me and squeezed me tight.

“Thank you, Chris, I will never forget what you did.”, she said softly in my ear.

She then released me, and I shook the Superintendent hands firmly. He picked up the large vase with had the awards name etched into the base. I have to say it was a beautiful award. He handed me the vase and leaned into the microphone.

“Can you say a few words, Chris?”, he asked.

I was not prepared to give a speech and my head was spinning trying to think of what to say. I looked back and could see Lexie was grinning from ear to ear.

“Thank you Sir, for this award but I hope that I did what a lot of people would do. Since dating Lexie…. Um, Officer Thomas, I have come to know just how difficult police officers have it out in the streets. Perhaps when I saw what was happening, I thought of Officer Thomas, but I knew I had to help. The rest happened very fast, so I don’t quite remember it the way it was described. Thankfully, I didn’t have to shoot anyone.”, I said, finishing up.

Everyone roared in laughter as the applause started up again. The Superintendent then stepped back to the microphone to finish the presentation. He leaned over and almost whispered in my ear.

“When are you going to make an honest woman out of Officer Thomas.”, he stated.

“Actually sir, I have the ring. I’m proposing on Christmas day.”, I said softly.

“Glad to hear it.”, he said, shaking my hand.

I walked off the stage and back down the steps where the officer had the box and packing to put the vase in. I handed him the vase and then walked back to my seat. Lexie stood up and kissed me quickly then sat back down. The Superintendent said a few more words then dismissed everyone. The officer returned with the award packed in the box handing it to me. I went out to my car and put it in the trunk then stepped back inside. I was close to the door of the reception hall when I met up with Lexie again. We both walked into the reception hall together hand in hand.

We stayed for about an hour and a half with several people coming over to congratulate the both of us. We drove home and relaxed for the rest of the weekend knowing that next weekend was Christmas. Lexie had the day shift the following week but would get off Christmas Eve at six o’clock in the evening. The plan was to still go to Lexie’s aunts’ home for Christmas Eve. Of course, her aunt was married to Lexie’s dads’ brother George. So, we would have to deal with George Jr. who I already had one encounter with.

On Tuesday I went to the jewelers and picked up the rings. I then stopped at a store where Lexie bought a dress to be altered. I picked up her dress and then went home. I left the rings in the trunk of my car in one of the pockets. The week passed slowly but Friday night finally arrived. Lexie came home from work and took a long shower then started dressing. I was already dressed sitting in the family room watching the television. I had on a black pair of slacks and a white pullover knit short sleeve shirt. Lexie took over an hour to dress but when she walked into the room it was worth waiting for.

The dress she had bought was a one piece thin strapped and very short. It came to mid-thigh and showed off her gorgeous legs. She had on a red pair of heels and had put on a little makeup. She looked absolutely gorgeous.

“Damn, baby…… you look good enough to eat.”, I laughed.

“Oh, you’re doing that later tonight.”, she giggled.

“No seriously Lexie, you’re beautiful.”, I stated.

“Why thank you, Mr. Williams.”, she replied.

It was close to eight thirty by the time we arrived at her aunt and uncle’s home. We had to park a few houses down because of the number of people apparently at the party. We walked up the driveway and stepped into the large home closing the door behind us. We then began the task of telling everyone hello as we moved from room to room. When we entered the family room, we saw Lexie’s parents sitting on the sofa with Pops and Maw Maw. We walked directly over and said hello. Jim Thomas was taken back by Lexie’s appearance.

“Lexie, you’re gorgeous.”, he said, standing to kiss her.

“Oh my God baby, I love your dress.”, Jennifer Thomas said, hugging her daughter.

Lexie turned and gave Maw Maw and kiss then went to Pops kissing him on the cheek as well. I could tell by the look on his face he was going to say something.

“You do look beautiful Lexie, but the dress is a bit short.”, he commented looking at her legs.

“Oh, hush you, you look adorable baby.”, Maw Maw stated.

Lexie followed her mother into the kitchen to go find her aunt to say hello. I stayed behind sitting on one of the sofa’s next to Pops and across from Jim Thomas. Pops leaned over and whispered to me.

“So, I hear you’re gonna proposed to my granddaughter.”, he stated.

“Yes sir. Tomorrow night at her house when everyone is there.”, I said, softly.

“Well, I have to be honest with you. I’m glad that you are. I’m not a big fan of you two living together.”, Pops said sternly.

“Dad, give the kids a break.”, Jim Thomas said, leaning forward.

“I have been giving them a break. This is the first time I’m saying anything about it.”, he quickly replied.

“I understand sir and believe me had things gone down different, I would have asked her a long time ago.”, I replied.

“I know you’re a good kid son, I’m just a bit old fashioned.”, he said, patting my leg.

I looked up to see Lexie and her mom heading back our way with Lexie turning several heads of the men as she passed them. She came over and I got up offering her my seat which she accepted. Everyone just talked among themselves, but I knew they were busting at the seams about me proposing the following night. We had been talking for a while when George Jr and Cody of all people came walking up to us. But for once I could see Lexie was uncomfortable with Cody being around.

“Hey Uncle Bill and Aunt Jen………… Hey cuz.”, he said to Lexie.

“What’s up dude?”, he remarked, looking at me.

“Hello George, Hello Cody.’’, I replied.

They both were extremely uncomfortable, and I had no idea why they would even come over. Sometimes, I just did not understand people. Cody was staring at Lexie which I did not blame him for, but she adverted any eye contact with him at all.

“So, what happened with that thing on the highway?”, George Jr. asked me.

“Not much George. I just thought someone needed help.”, I replied casually.

“That’s not what my dad says.”, he replied.