the Pretty Aunt

* X x * x * x * Chapter 27 * x * x * x X*

They had just dropped Arthur off at his place. David was a very skilled driver for she didn't feel the need to puke when feeling light-headed because of the alcohol.

Zach has been minding her body, not trying to make a move, when she felt Kaye's head droop on her shoulder.

She instantly froze in her seat. She didn't expect Kaye would sleep and now has a more just reason not to move a muscle.

Then she felt Kaye's head was about to fall off so she, in reflex, tried to catch her head. Her left hand moved across but surprised herself when her palm touched half of her lips.

Zach slowly respired in and out to calm her nerves and to slow her beating heart which was going too fast.

Kaye stirred for a moment and felt the hand on her face. She blushed but let herself drift back to sleep to the comfort Z is giving her right now.

Zach lifted the latter's head back to her shoulder and she thought she blacked out when she heard her let out a moan then raised her arm and hugged her in the stomach.

She held her position for a long time, unable to think straight. The effects that this woman has on her are outstanding. Blinking in succession, she chose to just close her eyes.

Zach still feels tipsy, but this makes her sober if not aroused.

She let her hand stay still to prevent Kaye from bumping elsewhere.

She wanted time to stay still as much as she wanted to escape the situation. It's getting out of hand and she might not be able to control herself any longer.

*****

They arrived sooner than she thought. She is being sandwiched by sleeping heads resting on both of her now numb shoulders.

She told David to take care of Jeremy who was sleeping soundly with his mouth wide open.

The old man opened Jeremy's side and shook him awake. J opened his eyes and followed the man that guided him, leaving the two women inside.

Z soon followed outside and went around to open the door at Kaye's side. She leaned over and lightly shook Kaye on the shoulder to wake her up.

"Kaye, sorry to wake you up but we're here," Z said huskily.

Awakened by the sweet voice, Kaye opened her eyes and straightened her back.

"Sorry, uh, I fell asleep." Kaye rubbed her eyes and let out a cute yawn.

"No, you're good. I'm sorry I wasn't able to take you home yet." Zach apologized again.

"It's alright. It's not a bother." She smiled at her and stepped out of the car. Zach stepped back to give her space.

As soon as Kaye was out, the tequila seemed to have punched her in the head, she tried to hold her throbbing head but she stumbled instead.

Luckily, Zach was in front to catch her and prevent her from falling face down. Instead of her head, Kaye found her hand grabbing onto Z's shoulder, her elbow grazing her breast while her head rested on her chest.

It was instantaneous so Zach's hand went to her hips as she tried to catch her without thinking. Her hand feels like it's burning from the touch.

Kaye looked up into her eyes and she could swear that time definitely stood still. Bewitching hazel eyes gazed at her gorgeous green eyes, staring back at her.

Zach's eyes shed a deeper color as she looked down at the celestial's full parted lips, trying to swallow all her desire that was trying to set free.

They are not sure if it was the alcohol in their system that was making it but they remained in that position for a moment that seemed like an eternity until they heard someone clearing their throat.

Both of them flinched and stepped back as if a bucket of cold water was poured down from an open window.

"I hope I am not interfering with anything but, Zachariah, honey, it's rather chilly at night. I've prepared some hot beverages so please come in." Amelia said, standing outside the porch holding the shawl covering her shoulder.

Both are reddening due to the embarrassment.

Z smacked her lips and then started rubbing the back of her neck, "Thanks, Tiá! We were actually about to come inside."

Amelia chuckled, "Whatever you say, dear. Come here and give your pretty aunt a hug."

Zach sighed internally and thought, 'Like mother, like momma's boy,' She held her arms out for Kaye to hold onto while they walked towards the door.

She let go and give Amelia a bear hug.

"I missed you, dear. Can't believe that you would deny me, no offense, darling," She looked at Kaye. "...for someone else." Then grabbed Z's face for a peck on the cheek.

Kaye just looked down, and Zach replied, "It's not like that tiá, and you know that. I was planning to visit you tomorrow."

She let go of the 48-year-old woman that seemed to be in her early 30s. "Tiá, this is Kaye. Kaye, this is J's mom, Amelia."

"Good evening, ma'am," Kaye replied shyly.

Amelia chuckled and faced Kaye. "Don't mind me, dear. I'm just messing around." She held both Kaye's hands and gave her a peck on each side of her cheeks.

"It's nice to finally meet you, Kaye. Both the kids have been talking about you non-stop whenever they come here and I feel like we've known each other for a while now." Amelia said, still holding both her hands.

"Although I have to say, Jeremy did most of the talking, their stories and your photos didn't do justice to your beauty."

Kaye pursed her lips and a tinge of red flashed across her face, "That's—I appreciate your kind words, Mrs. Scott."

"You have such a fine lady here, Zachariah." She glanced at Z and talked to Kaye again.

"You can just call me Amy or Tiá just like Zach here. Whatever you prefer dear. Drop the ma'am or Mrs. Scott, it makes me feel my age."

"I'll keep that in mind, Tiá Amy." She smiled at her. Trying not to talk too much, not to make a mistake.

"Come inside dear, let's get you something that will help you sober up." Amelia put her hand on Kaye's back and let her in.

And just like that, she forgot all about Zach. Even closed the door in her face to the latter's surprise.