Carmen bolts upright in a cold sweat “NO!” She reaches out, only to realize it was a nightmare. “Carmen, are you okay?” Julia puts her hand on Carmen’s shoulder, grounding her in reality and comforting her. Carmen smiles. “I’m fine, Jules. Just a dream, that’s all.” Julia looks at carmen, her features full of concern. “Are you sure? You haven’t gotten good sleep even after VILE has been defeated.” Carmen sighs. Julia was right, of course. Julia was always right. “I think you need a vacation.” Carmen looks over at Julia, and she explains. “Imagine it. Just you and me, on a beach, relaxing and sunbathing, just spending quality time together…” Carmen smiles. “What did I ever do to deserve you, Jules?” Julia blushes. “Where do I start?” Carmen smirks. “My stunning good looks?” Julia laughs. “There’s so much more to love about you than your looks Carmen.” Julia hugs Carmen and they both smile. “Now, let’s get some rest. We’ve got a plane ride tomorrow.”
Summary:For@caruliaweek. Prompt: Vacation/Travel. Carmen has been putting off meeting her mother, but Julia convinces her to go. They’ll go together.
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It is already mid-morning, and they are still in bed. They need to be at the airport in a scant couple hours, but they are still in bed. Julia is fast asleep, her head resting on Carmen’s shoulder, and Carmen’s fingers idly run through her soft, black hair. Now and then, Carmen will turn and kiss her forehead, because she’s right there. Because she can do it. Because Julia deserves all the kisses.
Julia sleeps on, oblivious, her slow breathing the only sound in the hotel room.
Before, Carmen would only be immersed in silence during capers, or right before something bad happened. It meant danger and vulnerability.
Happy Carulia week everyone! Here’s my contribution, featuring our two ladies on a little romantic date. Was originally intended for the free day but it kinda fits with vacation too
