Ryan persuaded Shane to spend the night after dancing all night Christmas Eve.
Shane agreed to as long as she could sleep on the couch. She felt a little strange
staying in Ryans bed while she had house guests. Especially her parents!

Shane didnt want an audience in the house they first time they made love. She was
planning their first time to be on the Vegas trip for New Years. She had secretly begun
to work on the details.

Laney woke up at six oclock and headed to living room where she proceeded to wake
Shane up who was soundly asleep on the couch.

Shaking Shane awake, Laney said, Shane, Shane,!!!! Wake up, Santa Came,
Santa Came!

Huh, Huh? What? Shane said as she peeked out of her sleepy eyes.

Look Shane, Santa left presents for us! As she pointed to the massive pile of gifts
under the tree.

Looks that way, doesnt it? Shane groggily said and wiping her eyes. She wasnt used
to getting up this early. Shane wasnt bothered, it was pure joy to see the excitement of
a five year old girl waking up and seeing what Santa left for her. It was something
Shane always wanted to see, but never had the chance. It was something she had
dreamed for herself and it never came true. But Shane was thankful for getting to see it
through Laneys eyes.

Laney wanted to wake everyone but Shane convinced her not to. She knew everyone
was tired from the day before. Shane desperately wanted a cigarette, but controlled the
urge. She wasnt comfortable with smoking around Laney.

Hey Laney, Lets let everyone sleep a bit longer.

OK…. Laney said in a disappointed voice.

Shane got up and went into the kitchen. She wondered how she was going to keep
Laney occupied for a while. She finally found stuff to make hot chocolate.

Hey Laney, you like hot chocolate?

Yeah…you gonna make some?

Yes………….if you help me!

Shane and Laney were proud of the creation they had made. For two kids making it, the
hot chocolate tasted rather good. Shane tried for a couple of minutes to turn on Ryans
TV. She figured some cartoons or a movie would keep Laney busy for a while.
After a few failed attempts, it was Laney who got it to work. Shane congratulated her
with a high five and a hug. Shane and Laney settled comfortably on the couch in front
of the TV with their hot chocolate, watching A Christmas Story. TBS was running it for
24 hours.

Ryan had heard some rattling around in the kitchen, so she decided to get up. She was
expecting to see her brother and sister n law awake with Laney, while Shane was still
asleep on the couch. What she didnt expect to see was Shane and Laney to be
cuddled up on the couch, wrapped in a blanket, drinking hot chocolate and watching A
Christmas Story.

Shane was sitting up on the couch wearing some of Ryans p.j.s, playing with Laneys
hair as she laid in her lap. Ryan was quiet and just stood and watched them. They didnt
see her. Her heart melted as she watched Shane with her niece. It was so sweet and
cute.

It stirred a deep longing in her. A longing for commitment and security. She had fleeting
thoughts waking up with Shane on Christmas morning with their own children. A little
boy or girl jumping in bed with them, waking them up at the crack of dawn to see what
Santa had brought. And Shane being just as excited as the kids.

OK….stop Ryan. She had to stop and almost pinch herself. Thats ridiculous to think
that far ahead. But she couldnt stop her heart for falling for Shane. And Ryan was
falling head over heels.

Morning girls, Ryan said as she came walking sleepily over to the couch.

Merry Christmas, as Ryan bent down and kissed Laney on the top of the head.

Merry Christmas Aunt Ryan, Laney said as she jumped up to take Ryan over to the
presents under the tree. Ryan followed and shared the excitement of her niece.

Shane and I made some hot chocolate, you want some?

Absolutely, I would love some sweetie.

Laney headed to the kitchen to grab a cup for her Aunt.

Merry Christmas Baby, Ryan said as she pulled Shane into a hug and kissed her softly
on the lips.

Merry Christmas to you too. Shane said as she yielded to the warm kiss. Ryans
touch and kiss were becoming comfortable to Shane. She was beginning to need to
them and to ache for them.

The three finished A Christmas Story and the rest of the hot chocolate. The rest of the
family finally woke up. Laney felt like it took forever. She was excited to show her mom
and dad and grandparents all she had gotten from Santa. Everyone had something in
their stocking. There was even on for Shane and the two dogs. Ryan had gone out of
her way to make feel special this Christmas morning.

Before breakfast Ryans mom had grabbed Shane privately while Ryan was in the
bathroom.

Her necklace is beautiful, Shane.

This completely caught Shane off guard.

I thought she would like it. Shane shyly said with a grin. Talking with a Mom was
uncharted territory for her.

I think she likes you more Shane. Shane began to grow even more nervous and Mrs.
Sawyer could tell.

Dont be nervous Shane, I was just going to tell you how happy I am to see my
daughter happy.

Oh? Shane said, still kinda puzzled but a little more relaxed.

In my whole life I have never seen my daughter so radiant, and so happy as she was
with you last night. I just stood and stared and watched you two dance. It was
beautiful and breathtaking.

I really like her a lot too. Shane said intently.

I know you do, and we like you too Shane As Mrs.Sawyer patted Shane on the back
and kissed her on the cheek. Ryan came out of the bathroom with no inclination of the
conversation was going on. Mrs. Sawyer gave Shane a wink and smile to make her
feel comfortable.

To Shane the conversation with Mrs. Sawyer was a little weird, but she appreciated her
honesty and sincerity. It made Shane feel good that Ryans mom could tell a difference
in her daughter. A difference that showed happiness and contentment. It made Shane
feel like she was doing something right and heading in the right direction in their
relationship. The three continued to drink their coffee as it the conversation never
happened.

After breakfast they had they opened the presents. Ryan handed Shane a small silver
box with a red bow. Shane slowly and curiously opened box. Inside was a black leather
cuff bracelet that was inscripted, Feel the Fear, and Do It Anyway. Shane loved the
thought and personality of the gift. She immediately put the bracelet and thanked Ryan.

Thanks Baby, Its awesome, I love it!

The family was deciding how to spend the rest of the day after opening the presents.
They took a vote, and the result was ice skating at the rink at Universal City. They
cleaned up the pile of left over gift wrap in the middle of the floor and the dishes that
were stacked up after breakfast.

While everyone was cleaning up Shane stole a private moment with Ryan. She quietly
pulled her into her room and closed the door.

Shane cornered Ryan into the door and pulled her into a hungry, passionate kiss.

Merry Christmas, Shane whispered into Ryans mouth as she continued to kiss her on
the lips. She started kissing Ryan on the neck. Shane slowly moved her hands down
Ryans shoulders continuing the trail across her ***** then under them, down her
stomach , ending up at her hips. She parted Ryans thighs and ran her fingers across
the top of her pajama pants then underneath them. She could feel the beginnings of
heat and wetness coming through Ryans panties.

Ryan was becoming weak and dizzy, not really sure how this was going to end. She
was surrendering to the motion of Shanes fingers. Ryans breathing became more rapid
and she was letting out quiet moans. Heat was radiating through her as she was
molding into Shane.

Shane whispered into Ryans ear….You are calling Alice today, and telling her you are
going to Vegas.

Trying to cut thru the sensual fog, Ryan was barely able to get out a I already did.

Shane was suprised at Ryans answer. She was thinking it might take a little more
persuading on her part.

Good! Shane said and backed away from Ryan leaving her stunned and breathless. It
took Ryan a second to get her bearings.

Huh….Why did ya stop? Ryan said in confusion.

Shane let a deadly smile escape her mouth and secretly laughing at Ryans unfulfilled
needs. Shane didnt say a word. She just stood there looking like the cat that ate the
canary.

Oh….No…..No…..No, Thats so not right! Using your SKILLS to seduce me into
going on the Vegas trip. Then Ryan playfully whacked Shane across the chest. Ryan
grabbed Shane and threw down on the bed. She straddled Shane and pinned her arms
behind her head.

Remember I am a FBI agent. I have my own SKILLS. I have special training in
interrogation and hand to hand combat. Ryan said laughing and she started kissing
Shanes neck.

Shane just laid there in pure joy, savoring evey moment and every touch. Oh…I plan
on you using those SKILLS, Baby.

Yeah….I bet you do. Ryan said as she let Shane up. Ryans legs were still wrapped
around Shanes waist when Shane kissed her hard on the lips.

Still kissing Ryan, Shane said, Im gonna go home, shower and dress, and I will meet
you back here. OK??

Ok…. Ryan said getting up off Shane.

Hey Shane, dont have to much fun in the shower Ok? Ryan said jokingly.

As I demonstrated earlier, I have self control. Shane said matter of factly.

Uh huh Ryan said, not believing a word.

Hurry back, Ok. Then Ryan gave Shane a peck on the lips.

I will. Shane left the bedroom and told everyone she would meet them back at the
house.

Shane left and drove to her apartment. She thought of the conversation she had with
Ryans mom about Ryans happiness. What Ryans mom didnt know, was that this is
the happiest Shane has ever been. Shane shuttered at the thought of a life with Ryan
and her family. Ill be home for Christmas came on the radio. Shane smiled and a
tear rolled out of her eye. For the first time in her life, she felt like she had a home. She smiled in anticipation of spending the day ice skating with Ryan and her family.