Chapter 136 - Makai – Christmas Day Part 4

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Makai

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Well, this was certainly the most interesting Christmas day of my life so far. It wasn't particularly bad, really, just very unique. I was glad that our families seemed to be getting along. I mean, I knew that our parents had already gotten used to each other after that day everyone found out what Ocean really was, but it was nice to see that his siblings were just as welcoming and accepting of us all as well.

They may tease Ocean a little, OK, a lot, but that to me just told me how close they were as siblings. They all truly loved him, and he really cared about them as well. Sometimes, I wished I had a large family so that I wasn't so lonely all the time when I was growing up.

I wasn't alone now, though. Now I have a mate. A boyfriend. Someone to share my life with. And I will admit that I was a little happy when Ocean's family and my family both started talking about us being married. If I was married to Ocean, then I would never have to feel alone ever again. The rest of my life would be spent with him by my side.

However, moving beyond that now, it was time for us all to start heading into the dining room for the meal. It was only lunch time, but we were eating our 'Christmas Dinner'. I had learned by now that Ocean's family had their holiday meals early so that they could just eat on that for the rest of the day and then they could just relax and spend time together for the rest of the day. They really were a close family.

I saw that there had been extenders put in on the table in the dining room. It was the same table as last time, a beautiful dark mahogany that was high quality as well as durable. It had the air of something that might have been an antique, but it was so well maintained that it was hard to tell. Still, the table was now big enough for all ten of us that were in attendance to sit at the table for the meal.

Ocean, myself, and my parents sat on one side of the table. Julie, Deliah, Grantham, and Rachel sat opposite us. Of course, Grantham chose the seat directly opposite of Ocean, who didn't look all that pleased about the seating arrangement. Mr. and Mrs. Shores were sitting opposite of each other at the ends of the table. Mr. Shores was next to Ocean who was on the end of our side of the table.

"I am so happy that my family and extended family is here to join us for this meal." Mrs. Shores started the meal by giving us a small speech. "Two years ago, I gained a new daughter, my third and final one, when Grantham married Rachel. Now, this year, I have a new son. Ever since Ocean started seeing Makai it's felt to me like I have a third son. And while there is absolutely no rush for you two to get married, you're still so young after all, I will still count Makai as part of the family forever. And you as well, Reef and Analise. You two are new friends as well as new family members. Thank you for being here with us and celebrating as one big family."

Everyone clapped and applauded her words. She had been so welcoming and heartfelt that we just had to applaud. However, that was when Grantham stood up as well. He held his glass of wine in his hand and was about to give a toast, or speech, as well.

"Thank you, Mom, for your lovely and kind words. Now, if you all wouldn't mind, I would like to give a toast of my own." He paused and looked at me and Ocean sitting side by side. "Ocean, you're my baby brother, my only brother, and I love you, man. Watching you grow up and become the man that you are now has been amazing and wonderful. If I could pick anyone in the world to be my brother it would still be you, no ifs, ands, or buts about it. All I ever wanted was for you to be happy and to know how much we all love you."

Grantham paused for a moment and looked at every member of his family before he continued his speech.

"From the day that Mom and Dad brought you home until today I have never once thought of you as anything other than my little brother. I hope you know that even though I rag on you and tease you, I only do it out of love for you. And now that you've found someone that you love, I am even happier for you than you could ever know. I may not understand everything that you're feeling, but I know what love feels like. I know how it is to want to be with that person every minute of every day. Even though I might think that it was a bit too soon for you to move in with your boyfriend, I am still going to support you. I think that you will do just fine since you have his parents and our parents to help you out. Just know that all I ever want to see from you, baby brother, is a smile on your face and happiness in your eyes."

Awe, I think I am going to cry. And if I am not mistaken, Ocean already was. Grantham, the guy who I had come to know as the perpetual joker and tease factory, was being so nice and sweet to his little brother. That was the best thing ever.

While I thought about this though, Grantham started to add a little more to his speech.

"And as for you, Makai. I am happy that my brother met you and all. And I really do think that you're a good guy, what I know about you so far that is. But if you ever hurt my baby brother, just know that I will never forgive you and I will see to it that you regret whatever it is that you do to him."

His words had turned fierce and protective. That was the sign of a truly caring big brother. I had already known that he loved his brother a lot, but if I hadn't this would have helped me to figure it all out.

"You don't have to worry, Grantham. I swear to you that I will never hurt Ocean. I love him more than anyone in the world, and I will continue loving him for the rest of my life."

"Good." Grantham nodded at me and sat down with a smile.

"Great, well, now that that is all over, let's eat." Mr. Shores seemed a little uncomfortable along with everyone else that had watched the exchange. Even Ocean seemed uncomfortable, even the tears had disappeared from his eyes.

Now that the speeches were over, we all started to eat the wonderful meal that Mrs. Shores had prepared for us. There was a beautiful, golden brown turkey that was juicy and tender when sliced into. The turkey was sitting next to a pineapple and maple glazed ham. There were yams, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, au gratin potatoes, corn, broccoli, carrots, and several pies for dessert.

It looked to me like she had spent the last few days doing nothing but cooking. And if this was the meal she was already planning, then she hadn't needed to worry about adding two more people to the table. There was enough food to feed several of me and Ocean.

The meal was amazing and the conversation that we had while eating was even better. Now that the heartfelt stuff was all said and done with, the teasing and joking started up again. Even Ocean's mom and both of my parents had joined in on the laughter and jokes as they all teased us.

The main topic of that conversation had been me and Ocean getting married over the summer. I swear they were all serious about it too. They had talked about where to host the wedding and what we could serve as the meal. Julie and Deliah were even planning out what tuxedos we should wear and how to decorate.

I know that they were joking, or at least I think they were, but the more that they talked the more it seemed real. By the time that the dinner was done they had even picked a date that we could get married. 

Apparently, it would be before we had to go off to college and even allowed us to have a little bit of a honeymoon phase before school started again. Though, with the way that things have been going, Ocean and I were already having our honeymoon phase. 

The date that they had chosen, by the way, was July the ninth. Julie had even looked at the calendar on her phone to make sure that there were no conflicts with it and all that. It was after the holiday so everyone should be free as long as they weren't out of town on vacation. It was also a Saturday so that made things even easier for an event like that.

It was fun to fantasize about it, but I knew that it wasn't going to happen anytime soon. We were still too young right now. We knew it, they knew it, it was simply just a fact. Still, it would be nice.

With the dinner over, we all sat in the living room again and talked for a while longer. Mrs. Shores packed up food for everyone to take home, including me, Ocean, and my parents. I was happy to take it, she was a wonderful cook.

Goodbyes were said. Mrs. Shores cried. Our dads got wicked looks in their eyes like they were planning something as they shook hands. And all the siblings hugged me and Ocean before walking out the door. It truly was a good night.

I wanted to go home and finish celebrating. I had even told Ocean that in a text message as my dad drove us back home.

[Me]

Want to open one more gift tonight?

[Ocean]

And what gift might that be?

I had to suppress my laughter as I typed out my response to that question of his. 

[Me]

Me!

[Ocean]

Haha! Very funny.

He wasn't taking me seriously.

[Me]

What's so funny?

I had to let him know that I was serious.

[Ocean]

After what happened yesterday in the kitchen, do you honestly think I would ever even think about doing that while your parents are in the house?

[Me]

We had some fun that one time.

I reminded him of the last time that my parents were in town.

[Ocean]

Yeah, and they probably knew what we did then too. Uh uh, no way, not going to happen. You're never even allowed to get a fucking hard on while they're here. You can wait until they leave!

[Me]

What if they're back for good?

[Ocean]

Then you can wait until we move out!

[Me]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Don't do this to me baby!

Ocean!

Please!

I need you!

PLEASE!

[Ocean]

I mean it, Makai, I won't do it until they leave.

[Me]

I'm kicking them out tomorrow!

[Ocean]

They will leave when they're ready. It's their house after all.

[Me]

Dammit!

This was going to be pure hell. I was going to be blue balled until my parents left town again. How was I going to survive?

Somehow, some way, I needed to find a way to live without feeling my man's naked body pressed against me. Wait a minute! Does this mean that I can't even shower with him until they leave? No! NO! I really am going to die if that is the case. This was going to be pure hell!

Hurry up and leave, Mom and Dad.