Chapter 52

Everyone smiled and nodded. I stood and pulled a present from Alice and me for Mom. I put it on her lap and said, “This is from both of us.”

“That’s the way it’s going to be?”

Alice smiled. “Yes, Ma’am. It’s our long-term plan and we actually started earlier than today with planning together. We knew this day would arrive but not the timing.”

Mom asked, “Are you doing everything together?” She put a sultry tone to her question.

“Said that way, we aren’t doing anything. We buy presents together for our parents, my brother, and our friends. We hold hands a lot and even kiss some. But that’s it.”

I could tell that Alice was a tiny bit upset about Mother’s remarks. Mother and Dad saw that. Mom said, “Alice, I was just teasing. We like you two together and are supportive of your love.”

Alice’s tenseness went away. Mom looked down and “discovered” the present in her lap. She began to open it. Inside she found a beautiful blouse that was silky and cream-colored. She held it up smiling. “It’s beautiful. Jerry’s taste has improved since you came into his life.” Mom reached over and patted her hand gently.

I pulled another present from the small pile and gave it to Dad.

It was also from both of us. He opened it slowly. Dad is an occasional pipe smoker and his gift was a beautiful pipe with intricate carving from Nordic. We had found it online and ordered it. It was a beautiful artistic item that, according to review, smoked well, too. Dad smiled. “It’s lovely. I know the Nordic brand. They have a great reputation.” He held it in his hand and it fit comfortably in his palm. “Thank you, Alice and Jerry. I already like it.”

Mom pointed and said, “Those two are for the two of you. Open them together.” She grinned.

I looked at Alice who shrugged. We opened the two packages and looked inside the boxes. Inside each box was a thong suit. Both were very skimpy and matched in color. They were bright blue! Below each was a matching cover-up, a pair of shorts and a shirt. Alice’s face turned a bit pale. I think mine was a bit red.

Mom said, “We want you to go try everything on and come out here so we may check for fit.

“Mom, that’s not a good idea. We’ll put them on tomorrow when we go in the hot tub. Until then, they can wait.”

Dad said, “There are two more sets of gifts for the two of you. Pick a set.” I went over and selected two larger matching boxes bringing them back to the couch.

We opened them together. Inside each box were two outfits. I noticed that we could match twice. They looked like normal clothing which was good. We held the shirts/blouses up. The match was great. Alice smiled and held up the other blouse. I smiled back at her and held up the matching shirt. These also looked great.

Mom said, “Those are good.” Dad nodded. He was still holding his new pipe gently and comfortably.

I put the box to one side on the floor and went for the other pair of boxes. We opened them together. We now had matching sweatshirts, sort of. They had big bobcats on them with words below mine that said, “Cheerleader’s guy.” Alice’s said, “Footballer’s gal.”

I grinned. “They will be fun to wear.”

Alice grinned. “Football season is over.”

“Yes, but we can still wear them together.”

She smiled. “Let’s put them on. Come on.” I followed her down the hall. She pointed me at my bedroom as she went down to hers. I went into mine and pulled off my shirt while looking through the bathroom to see Alice who was watching me. She removed her blouse and her bra. She pulled the sweatshirt on and moved into the bathroom to quickly brush her hair. She pointed at my head and I joined her to comb my hair.

We left for the hall by our separate doors. We returned to the living room.

Mom said, “They look good on you two.” Dad nodded. Personally, I thought Alice looked better since her breasts pushed her sweatshirt out nicely.

We continued to wear our sweatshirts and went to the dining room for supper which was a full dinner. We enjoyed the meal and this time with my parents.

After supper, we watched the TV for a while before we all headed to our beds. Alice and I disrobed while looking through the doors of the bathroom. Once Alice was naked, she pulled on her usual sleeping boy shorts and her new sweatshirt. It looked like all she was wearing was the sweatshirt. I suddenly had a new appreciation of that shirt! After a moment’s thought, I did the same. We met in the bathroom and kissed.

Alice whispered, “I want to sleep with my future husband tonight.”

“I want to sleep with my fiance.” I grinned.

I made a serious face. “However, you know we can’t keep this up. You are altogether too sexy and beautiful for me to resist you forever. Alice, we are faced with years before we marry. If we are to remain true to the people we are, we will have to curtail this part of our relationship.”

“I know but not tonight. It’s Christmas and I want to be with you.”

I smiled and took her hand. I led us into my bedroom and my bed. We lay together and, after kissing, went to sleep holding each other.

We woke early and Alice scurried into the other bedroom. We slept a little longer separately and I then got up and moving. I went into the bathroom closing the door to Alice’s room. I finished and returned to my bedroom and dressed. I still wore my new sweatshirt. I went out into the hall to see my mother heading toward the kitchen.

I gave her a hug and we went on to the kitchen. She asked, “Did you have a good Christmas, Son? Your father and I enjoy having the two of you here.”

“I have, Mom. Alice and I enjoy being with both sets of our parents.” I smiled. “You know, Mom, it’s rather heady to know that both sets of our parents approve of us as a couple.”

Alice walked in. She was also wearing her sweatshirt. She smiled at us saying, “Good morning. It’s good to be here.”

My mother looked surprised, “You like it here better than your house?”

Alice gave her a serene smile. “In some ways. After all, this is where Jerry grew to be the man I love. Spending that first week of our time here when we were getting to know each other was magical in so many ways.”

My mother’s eyes went wide at that. I thought, “Wow!”

My father walked in to hear what she said. “Lois, I’ve always thought that she and Jerry made an excellent pair who strengthen and enhance each other.” He smiled. “Those things will help them when they marry.”

“Isaac, then you are okay with their plan to marry?”

“Of course, I’ve always thought Jerry would do well and, with Alice as his future mate, he has already surpassed that expectation.” He grinned. “I just haven’t figured out the advantage for Alice.”

Alice smirked. “I have.”

Mom said, “Set the table, Jerry. Isaac, pour the coffee. Alice, help me serve.” We all performed as requested and, after a blessing, ate breakfast.