IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE
Operations called Michael into his office. When he appeared, Michael asked, "You wanted to see me?"
"Yes," Operations spoke as he blew a puff of smoke from his mouth. “Michael, I have a special mission for you and Nikita. You'll be posing as a married couple.
"What’s the mission?" Michael asked standing with his hands clasped together waiting for Operations to speak.
Operations reiterated, "Your mission is to infiltrate the Asnee Group, gather intel needed to intercept the buy of biological war heads to Red Cell.
"Will that be all?" Michael asked with his blank stare affixed upon his face.
Operations nodded, "Yes, that is all."
Michael turned and left the perch.
Michael went to return to his office, when Madeline walked by him. She looked at him with that pleasant smile and said, "Call in your team, Michael, they'll be needed soon," as she kept walking.
Michael returned to his office and pushed the door closed with his left hand. He walked over to his desk, pulled out his chair, punched his code into his computer, then picked up his cell to call in his team.
He opened his cell and dialed Nikita, "Josephine, come in."
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Nikita's Apartment:
Nikita lay in her bed stretching, wondering what kind of unforeseen thing the Section and Michael were going to ask her to do today. At that moment her cell rang. She mumbled, "This is your wake up call." With a little snottiness in her voice...she reached for her phone, flipping it open.
"Josephine, come in"
She answered ,"Yep.."
Nikita went in to take a shower. Her mind drifted as the hot water beat down her back...She started to recall the last mission they were on. She was to be a dancer at this nightclub, Michael was to blend in as a regular. Her mind drifted again. ‘Like Michael could ever be a normal person,’ .she chuckled at that thought. Aas she let the water run down her face, she went back to thinking about the mission...
She was to get the information off some guy name Jake Myers’ PDA and grab a disc in his left hand pocket while he was preoccupied with her...GAWD how she hated when she had to let some sleazzzzzz bag touch her...all of a sudden she started to scrub herself.
After her shower, she got dressed and headed for the Section.
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Nikita walked into Section strolling down the corridors.
Above her on the catwalk was Michael, watching her as she walked in "Good Morning," Michael said.
Nikita turned to look up at him, "Good morning Michael!” She turned to leave when he added, “Briefing in ten minutes.”
"I'll be there with bells on," Nikita said.
Michael watched her as she left, thinking to himself as he pinched the bridge of his nose, "It's going to be a long day."
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At the briefing table sat Madeline, Michael, Birkoff, Davenport, two other ops then Walter and Nikita. Operations was standing behind the table.
Operations began the briefing. "This mission is top priority,” he stated as he paced back and forth.
Operations looked at Birkoff and told him "Bring it up Birkoff."
“This is Armond the head of the Asnee Group. Michael, you, and Nikita will infiltrate the group, gather intel to stop the sell of biological war heads to Red Cell, and maybe catch some of Red Cell on the way out. Birkoff,” Operations turned to let him continue as everyone looked to Birkoff.
“I've located the country house the Asnee Group uses.”
Operations told him to pull it up.
"It's located about 20kl. North East from Bristo," Birkoff added.
Operations turned to look at everyone. "This meeting is over. No one leaves the Section. You'll be leaving soon."
Everyone stood to leave the table when Madeline stopped Nikita with a slight touch on her arm
Nikita turned to look at the older woman.
"You need to study your PDA very closely, Nikita." Madeline stated.
Nikita looked at her and snorted out, "I always do, Madeline." She then looked down at her panel and about choked. Coughing at that moment Nikita asked "Has Michael read the profile yet?” knowing it was a stupid question after it left her mouth.
"Yes, he knows the profile," Madeline added as she turned and went back to her office, leaving Nikita to stand alone in the middle of systems, as she had many times.
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Nikita saw Michael head for his office so she followed, her mind wondering. She kept telling herself..."I can do this ...I can do this…" over and over again.
Michael reached his office. He held the door of his office open for Nikita to enter. As she passed he followed her with his eyes. Turning he closed the door then headed to his desk pulling out the pad to secure the room. He then let his eyes run from her ankles up to her eyes, those beautiful blue pools.
Nikita started the conversation, "What’s going on, Michael?" her stomach turning with a bad case of the nerves.
Michael pulled his chair out and sat down. “I had to pick someone to be my wife for this mission. They left it up to me to pick and since we have experienced the role of husband and wife before … We were quite convincing weren't we?” he asked. His look became heated, his green eyes glowed with such fire it was hard for Nikita to turn away.
“Why are they allowing us to do this?” She had a puzzled look upon her face. “They have tried everything in their power to keep us from getting to close to one another.” “It's not for you to question, Nikita, besides it will give us time to get to know each other again.”
Michael looked into her eyes for an answer. She then, in turn, gave him his answer in one single smile.
God how he loved that smile!
Back at the perch, Operations was pacing the floor, talking with Madeline, "I don't know about letting those two do this assignment. We should have picked a wife for him," he stated to Madeline.
"No Paul, I know you don't like this idea but they have to be convincing and those two can pull it off," Madeline added.
Madeline left the perch to let Operations cool down. She knew he didn't like when they had to use them in this kind of assignment. He always told her that by doing this it's letting them get closer.
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Operations joined everyone in comm. He looked at Michael and Nikita then said, as he stood looking upon everyone at the table, "Michael, did you go over the layout of the country house?"
"Yes, I scanned the layout." Michael answered.
"Good, no room for mistakes, Michael.
Operations turned back to Michael,"Get your gear from Walter, you leave in one hour." With that said he turned and went back to the perch.
"Nikita," Michael swung around to look at her.
She looked at him and said, "Yes, Michael?"
"Meet me in van access," Michael said as he got up and left
. "Sure!" Nikita added. She was still running the saying in her mind, "I can do this … I can do this" all the while her stomach is doing cartwheels. The last time they did a mission like this was the Armel mission when she told him "I can't relax.”
He replied something to the effect, “You need help to relax?” Then they made love The next morning she recalled him saying, "It was a mistake.” He acted like it was about the decision she made to help Armel but she knew what he meant. in her head maybe he was right but not in her heart.
Nikita walked over to Walter’s work station snapping her gum.
"Hey Sugar!" Walter smiled at her He was dressed in almost the same thing as always but there was something different about him.
"Hey Walter!" Nikita replied, "why are you in such a happy mood?" Nikita always was amazed how Walter could be soooo damn happy in this place. He always seemed to make her feel better.
"You know, you and Michael aren't the only ones who can play house," he smiled then winked. "OOOOOHHHHHHH I see! Walter, have you been a bad boy?" she smiled.
"Wouldn't you like to know, Sugar?" he winked at her.
She was going to say something when Michael walked up. Scanning both of their faces, he came to the conclusion that they were teasing each other again. “Nikita, get your pack, we have to leave now," he stated. His eyes meet Walter’s. Walter smiled at Michael. Michael turned and left.
Walter watched them both walk away, "Those two are so much in love with each other." It was a simple statement but true. He smiled to himself, then went back to work.
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They entered the van access. Nikita spoke first, "Michael, whose car are we taking?"
"Mine," he replied as he turned to turn the alarm off.
They got to his car. Michael started to walk over to open her door but before he could Nikita was already in the car so he turned to get in himself. ‘God how he loved her independence!’ he thought as he smiled to himself.
Nikita noticed the smile but didn't question it. The day was sooo beautiful, the sun was out no clouds. She did not want to ruin the day by calling him on it.
Michael started the car, turned to Nikita, "We'll go to your apartment to get your things. You'll be moving in with me. After all we have to appear like we are married. They'll be watching us after we make the first contact." He waited for her to say something, but she said nothing.
They got to her place, the ride having been very quiet, neither of them saying anything.
Nikita and Michael gathered some things. Nikita grabbed clothes, toothbrush, shoes, personal items. As for Michael, looking around her apartment, he grabbed a couple of pictures of Carla and Nikita and picked up a piece of art that he seen her admire so often.
She was watching him. "Michael what are you doing?" she asked.
"I'm getting some of your things to put at my place," he told her. "Well, here take this then. I love this piece," she added.
‘OHHHHH MY GOD, IT'S THAT UGLY FISH!’ he thought to himself.
Nikita snorted a little laugh. She knew he hated that thing. To her it was art but to him it was junk.
He gritted his teeth and said, "Ok you can take it."
"See, Michael we're already making compromises.” she said with a smile.
Nikita noticed a black bag in the corner." What’s that?" she asked.
"This is what Madeline has packed for you for this assignment." he added.
Nikita felt a chill. She hated when Madeline packed things for her. That meant slinky, not much material. She shivered then grabbed her things and said, "Come lets get this over with." With that they left to go to his home, now to be their home.
On the way to Michael’s house, Nikita noticed they were not going to the loft. Michael caught her reaction, and pulled the Jag over to the side of the road. He looked up at her and said, “I couldn’t stay at the loft any longer. There are to many bad memories there.” With that said, he turned his attention back to driving.
Nikita had all she could do not to reach for him and hold him until his pain was gone. She sighed.
Michael heard it and turned to her, ”Are you ok?” he asked.
“Yes, I’m fine,” she stated. As they drove up the drive, Nikita noticed the house, her mouth dropped opened. She was a little embarrassed when she noticed Michael starring and smiling at her.
Nikita stated, ”What a quaint place you have here, Michael.”
Michael turned and gave her a slight smile, ”This is our house now, my love. ” With that he placed a tender kiss upon her lips, then got out of the car.
Nikita sat in the car while Michael came around to open her door. Opening her door, he leaned in and stated, ”Hummmmmm… Had I known that would keep you quiet, I would have done it more often!” With that said he stepped out of her way.
Nikita slowly got out of the car and turned to him. ”That sort of thing can get a man canceled, my love.” With that said, she gave him a slight kiss on his lips then went to check out her new home. Michael watched her run up the stairs like a child. He sighed and said, ”My Nikita, my soul.“
Walking up the stairs, he watched her as she entered the house.
“WOW! Michael this is a beautiful home you have, she replied.
“Nikita, as I said this is our home.” With that said he shut the door, then followed her into the living room.
“So do I get the grand tour?” Nikita asked.
“You may have the grand tour later, we have to check in with Operations now,” Michael said to her noticing her disappointment.
God Michael! At least try to act like this isn’t going to kill you!” Nikita snorted.
Michael looked back at her with his blank stare. God, how wrong she was! He loved the idea of them married and able to spend time together, but he can’t let that cloud his mind. There was a mission to do. He turned and reached for his cell, ”Birkoff, we’re checking in.”
“Sir, It’s Michael,” Birkoff informed Operations.
“Patch me through,” Operations ordered.
“Michael, have they made contact with you yet?”
“No Sir, they haven't. As soon as they do I'll inform you. Michael out.” Once Michael finished checking in with Operations, he turned to a very nervous Nikita.
“Shall we get you settled into our home?” Michael said with a slight smile.
"OK, " Nikita replied. She was fidgeting, something she always did when she was nervous. She gathered up her bags then suddenly stopped in mid stride.
Michael looked at her, "What? " he asked.
"I just reeeemembered something,” she stuttered, “ I don't know where our ummmmmm bedroom is." she finished as she felt her checks become flushed.
He looked at her, "Ohh my Kita! Here let me lead the way.” With that said he grabbed her hand and up the stairs they went.
As the reached the top of the stairs Nikita noticed two other doors they passed.
"Whose rooms are these? " she asked Michael.
“One is the guestroom and the other is Adam’s,” he said, his eyes saddened.
“Michael...”
Before she could finish, Michael opened another door and said, “This is our room.”
Nikita peeked her head inside. It was nothing like she expected. In the entry way of the bedroom there was a navy blue area rug lying in the middle of the hardwood floor.
Michael told her to go on in around the corner as he followed behind.
As Nikita went around the corner her eyes widened. There in the middle of the room was a four poster bed made out of oak. It had a navy blue comforter. She walked up to the bed then noticed the satin sheets. She was getting “that” feeling again. She noticed the matching nightstands, the chester drawers against the wall, and two closets one on each side of the room.
Michael walked by her to the chester drawers. "The top three can be yours and you can have the closet on the right." I hope that’s ok with you?”
"Ahhh yeah that’s fine, thanks," she said.
Michael left her to unpack.
At Michael's house:
Michael returned to Nikita.
The phone rang. " Hello Michael, it's Armond," he stated .
"Hello, it is nice to hear from you," responded Michael, trying to be as pleasant as possible, when all he can think about was to have this mission over and done with.
"Meet my men at 12:00 tomorrow in the north end of the park. They will bring you and your lovely wife to my estate. Chow for now Michael," There was dead silence on the other end of the receiver.
"So, are we moving?" Nikita asked.
"Yes, tomorrow at noon." With that said, Michael went to contact Operations with the latest Intel.
"Birkoff?" Michael spoke.
"I'm here, Michael, have they made contact?"
"Yes, inform Operations that we go in tomorrow at noon."
"I'm here, Michael," Operations spoke up. "What is your status?"
"Nikita and I are to meet his men at the north end of the park. From there they will take us to Armond."
"Good, no further contact is needed for a couple of days. Get in, establish your cover then contact us when you have, Operations out."
Back at Section: "Birkoff, bring up anything you have on Armond, I don't want any surprises." Operations ordered Birkoff before he left to find Madeline.
Birkoff went to find Walter who greeted him, "Hey amigo, what's up?"
"I don't know. There is something going on with Operations, something about this mission." Birkoff paused, "It does not feel right."
"OHHHHH, relax soon it will be over, and everything will be back to normal," Walter said with a slight smile.
Birkoff turned to go back to comm. He didn't like the feeling he was having.
Back at Michael's place:
Michael turned to look at Nikita. "Come we have a lot to do before we leave to meet Armond's people."
They went into Michael's study where Michael preceded to tell Nikita that they would be going in unarmed.
She looked at him a little puzzled, "What do you mean Michael? Don't you think we'll at least need a gun or two?" she asked sarcastically.
"Nikita, we don't have that much time to get into this. All I can tell you is that we will be unarmed till we get into the compound. After that you are to meet up with Walter outside the estate. He will give you the necessary Intel, and then we will pick up our gear. Now come lets get ready," Michael finished turning on his heel and headed to his computer.
"Nikita, come view this with me. This is the layout of Armond's estate."
"I know what it is Michael, it's the same as the one back at Section," she snorted.
"NIKITA!" he grabbed her by the shoulders, "Listen to me! This is no time to be a child. It is important that you pay close attention to the details of this mission, I noticed back at Section you were not following what was being said."
"OHH, I was following it, I just don't like it. I don't like how they keep throwing us together now. I know it's what good for the Section, right!" she shouted.
"If it weren't for the Section, you would be dead by now." Michael turned and went back to work.
Nikita sat down and went over her PDA.
Michael glanced over at her cursing himself for being so rough with her, but he needed her at her best or both of them could and would end up dead.
They both stayed in; going over the mission two more times,.
It was 7:00 PM. Nikita finally spoke up and asked Michael if he was hungry.
"YES." Michael replied.
"Great I'll order room service." Nikita picked up the phone and ordered dinner. She ordered for herself a tropical chicken salad with orange dressing then turned and asked Michael, "What would you like?"
"What ever you are having." Michael said.
She laughed," I doubt it will be enough for you."
"Ok then, order me a steak, baked potato, and a toss green salad," he told her.
"Sure." Nikita finished ordering their dinner while Michael was busying himself at the computer.
They both worked until their dinner arrived. It was about 8:30. They decided to eat at the coffee table to eat since that's where they were working.
Dressed comfortably, Michael was in jeans and T- shirt with bare feet. As for Nikita, she wore a loose fitting pair of navy blue silk lounge pants, pale blue V-neck T-shirt, and of course her feet were bare. She had her hair pulled up on top of her head. They ate dinner while they worked.
Later, Michael looked over at Nikita who was yawning, "Go get some rest, I'll sleep out here on the couch." Michael told her.
"Michael, I'm sure we can both be adults and sleep in the same bed. Come you need rest too." With that said she reached for his hand and off they went to the bedroom.
It was about 3:00 AM. Michael awoke with a jolt, flying straight up to a sitting position, sweat pouring down him. He looked over at Nikita to see if he had woken her. Once again he was having nightmares about losing her!
Nikita awoke. "Michael, what is it?" she asked. " Nothing, go back to sleep." He told her.
"NO!" Some thing is wrong. Talk to me." Nikita put her hand on his shoulder.
"Nikita, I don't want to talk about it." He turned over on his side.
Nikita laid herself down close behind him. Putting her arm around his waist, she whispered into his ear, "Michael, please talk to me. Tell me what it was it scared you, PLEASE!"
Michael took her hand kissed it, then said; “Go back to sleep.” He then closed his eyes cursing himself for not being able to tell her what he dreamed about.
Nikita gave up for the time being but she was going to find out what this was all about, soon she thought.
Morning came to soon for the both of them. Michael awoke first he was showered and went to get dressed when Nikita awoke “Good morning Michael.”
Michael turned to her a smiled “Morning “ He said back to her standing there in nothing but a pair of jeans unbuttoned and half unzipped.
Nikita let her eyes scan over his entire body from head to toe, when she finally noticed Michael was looking at her, her cheeks got a pink hue to them. Nikita got up and went to the bathroom to take a shower.
In the meantime Michael got their things together and went over the intel one more time.
When Nikita emerged from the bathroom she poured herself a cup of coffee and sat down.
Michael handed her the PDA. “Go over it before we leave.” He told her.
“ Don’t I always Michael.” She had a flat tone to her voice.
After breakfast it was about 10:45 am. They grabbed their things and left the house. As they shut the door both Michael and Nikita looked at each other, knowing after this mission was over they were going to have to straighten things out between them.
BACK AT SECTION:
“Sir, they have left the house.” Birkoff said over his comm unit.
Operations just nodded to the young computer tech, he then made his way to Madeline’s office.
Madeline knew he would be there when things got under way. Stepping into her office, Paul saw she was sitting on the stool in front of the screen viewing mission tapes.
“What is it?” she asked.
“Michael and Nikita have just left to meet Armond, they are under dark cover for the time being until they pick up their gear from Walter.” Operations told her.
“Good we will be able to move soon,” Madeline replied.
“George is watching this one to closely,” Operations stated before he turned and left her office.
Michael and Nikita got to the location at the park. They were 5 minutes early, so they sat and waited.
“Nikita, here they come.” Michael told her.
They approached the car on Michael’s side and tapped on the window,.
Stepping out of the vehicle, the driver said, “Mr. & Mrs. Sammuel, I am Smith. I’m to take you to meet with Armond. Please follow me.” Smith opened the back door for the two to enter. He then turned got back into the driver’s seat.
The drive was long, but beautiful. The autumn colors were at their peak: brilliant coppers, browns, oranges, and reds.
Nikita took it all in as they drove.
Michael turned to her, “What are you thinking about?
“Oh nothing really. It’s just hard for me this time of year. Soon it will be Thanksgiving, then Christmas. That’s all Michael.” She turned to look back out the window.
They pulled up to the gate and the car in front stopped. Smith said something in the box at the right side of the car. The gates opened then both cars drove up the long drive. You could see the massive house as they drove up. It was a late 1800’s Victorian country house, with beautiful hedges lining the entrance. Red brick lay in a circular pattern in front of the house. The front entrance door was all beveled glass, with brass trimming on the frame.
Smith opened the door, Michael and Nikita stepped out, “Wow, Michael what a beautiful place.” Nikita said.
Smith motioned them inside; the place took Nikita’s breath away.
As she was looking the place over Armond descended the staircase.
“AHHHH Mr.and Mrs. Sammuel I presume?” He walked to Michael and extended his hand. “I trust your trip was most comfortable?” He then bowed to Nikita took her hand and kissed it gently.
“Yes, quite nice” Michael stated.
“James, take their things to their room. Come sit with me in the reading room.”
They entered the room. It was beautiful, filled with lots of books and lots of secrets Nikita thought.
Michael pulled on her hand a little to get her to focus.
Armond noticed their exchange and smiled “Surely my dear this is not your first time in a study.” Armond’s face looked puzzled.
“Oh no, I was just admiring all the books and art you have in this room. It’s a shame to keep it hidden.” Nikita said.
Armond looked at Nikita and smiled," Well, given the late hour we will continue this in the morning." Armond turned to Jake, "Take their bags and show them to their room."
Michael reached for Nikita's hand placing a kiss upon her knuckles, smiling against them. Michael released her hand he followed Jake up the stairs.
Once they reached their room, Michael took their bags from Jake, sat them down, and shook his hand. Jake smiled then left the room. As they looked about the room, Nikita saw the four-post oak bed with matching bedside tables. The room was decorated in mauves and creams, with a beautiful stone fireplace. The bathroom had a claw foot tub, a walk in shower, and a double sink.
Michael nodded to Nikita; to point out there was a camera behind her.
She smiled to show him she understood, she suggested," Why don’t you go take a shower Michael, I’ll turn down the bed?"
Michael walked over to her. Taking her in his arms, he kissed her lips. Just as he was pulling away, he captured her bottom lip in his teeth, a little pressure as he did so. Releasing her he smiled, "I think that’s a great idea." He turned, grabbed his bag then went to the bathroom.
Nikita waited for him to exit from the bathroom; she sat on the bed rubbing her temples.
Closing her eyes, she thought about the parts of her: the part that loves him, the one that's curious about him, a naturally the very intimate part of their souls.
Nikita let out a heavy sigh, just as she did Michael exited the bathroom. Her eyes flew open," Michael! How long have you been standing there?"
Not long he said with a smile. What were you thinking about? He asked.
"Oh nothing really." She said.
Nikita got up to take her shower and as she walked by, Michael, grabbed her pulling her down onto his lap. She tried to stand but Michael would not let her. He started with little feather kisses, and then they turned hot.
Stopping the kiss, Nikita squirmed off his lap. Smiling, she said, " It's my turn to get clean." Grabbing her bag went to the bathroom, closing and locking the door. Smiling to herself, she thought, "If he wants in, he'll have to work at it!"
Michael heard the door lock; he laid back on the pillows smiling to himself.
Nikita emerged from the bathroom about a half-hour later, pausing in the doorway. She was wearing an Ice blue robe, with a long gown matching in color, with a slit up both sides it had no back whatsoever.
Michael turned to look at her, "You look amazing, my love." He told her as he came to stand in front of her. He took her hand to his mouth and whispered, "Dance with me my wife." he pulled her towards him, her body made contact with his, he took a sharp intake of breath. Their hands began to roam each other's backs as they danced.
She could feel the muscles in his back as she ran her hands across it.
Michael leaned forward to kiss her. The kiss was soft and light, he pulled back as he looked into her eyes.
"You are so beautiful! Kita." He said in a low tone. He pulled her even closer crushing her with a passionate kiss.
Their tongue touched, it sent a surge through them both. She told him, "I love you Michael." the look in his eyes as she spoke, pure magic.
Their hands were in each other's hair, their kisses becoming much harder, as they worshipped each other's mouth.
Michael slid Nikita's robe off; it fell to the floor, as he placed the feather like kisses along her shoulders.
She tugged his tank from his pants, as she ran her hands up under to feel the skin of his back. Her hands over his chest, she found his nipple and began to stroke it lightly.
Michael moaned as she did.
Nikita backed up, pulling his shirt over his head dropping it to the floor. Nikita bent down to kiss the nipple she was rubbing.
Michael mumbled, "KITA!" His hands went into her hair.
She went about her task going to the other nipple, stroking it ever so lightly with the tip of her tongue. Nikita ran kisses back up to meet his mouth.
Stopping at the pulse point at the base of his neck, he quickly pulled her to him, grinning he said, "It's my turn my love."
Nikita gazed at him.
Michael placed a few light kisses down the side of her neck. He then lowered himself down the front of her, stopping just at the valley between her breast and ran his tongue between them as he watched her face.
Nikita ran her fingers in his hair, god how she loved it when he took possession of her body.
He rose to stand in front of her. He slid his hands over the softness of her gown to find her breast.
Nikita took a sharp intake of breath as he grazed his thumbs over her erect nipples. "Michael!" she panted.
He then ran kisses back down her neck. He slid the straps off her shoulders; her gown fell to the floor. Before she could react his mouth was on her.
Michael took one of her nipples in his mouth, his hands behind her to hold her to him she gasped. Sucking it into his mouth he ran the tip of his tongue just over its tip, she moaned, "Ohhhhh Michael." He continued to run little kisses down her stomach, as his tongue ran over her hips she sighed.
He kissed his way back up to her mouth; kissing her he picked her up and carried her to the bed where he laid her softly down.
Nikita held out her hand to him, Michael took it and lower himself down to join her.
Michael lowered his head into to kiss her, as he did so Nikita flipped him on his back. Nikita was towering over him now, straddling him between her legs, "It's my turn now my love." she told him with a smile.
Nikita started to place little feather kisses down his neck. She reached his sensitive spot on his neck; she gave him a little love bite.
He moaned her name, "Kit.’ That was all he could get out.
She proceeded to kiss him down his chest. Coming upon his nipples, she ran her tongue over one.
Michael had his hands in her hair as she went over to the other same affection.
"KITA!" He moaned.
She smiled against his chest, "Yes, Michael do you want me to stop?"
"No please don't." That is all she needed, she continued her assault on his body. Kissing her way down his body she came to his erect manhood. She gave it a soft touch, running down the length of it. Michael closed his eyes, "Open your eyes, watch me love you." She told him. Michael opened his eyes just in time to see Nikita take the head of his man hood into her mouth; he was in absolute heaven. Nikita took him in slowly, and begun to pull back as she ran her tongue along his penis. She took him into her mouth again, "More!" He said. So she did, taking him in and out of her mouth, when she knew he couldn't take anymore she stopped. Nikita kissed her way back to his lips.
Michael pulled back gave her a smile, "My turn," Before she could brace herself he was on top of her.
"I love you, my wife." He bent in to kiss her; he grabbed her bottom lip between his teeth, sending a sensation through her.
Michael than kissed his way down her, stopping at the beautiful mounds before him. Taking one of her nipples in his mouth she arched her back, he began to suck harder with more intensity, as she was gathering herself again. Michael went to the other nipple, "MICHAEL! " She called out to him.
He kissed her down her ribcage to her stomach, stopping just of above another one of her pleasure spots. He looked up to her, "Watch me Nikita." He told her. He ran his hand down between her legs, stroking her ever so lightly, she closed her eyes. "Nikita look at me." He lowered himself down, feeling his breath on her was enough to make any woman have an orgasm, she thought.
A second later he ran the tip of his tongue just on the outside of her core, "Michaellll," She begged.
Michael took her buttocks into his hands his placed little licks.
Nikita did not think she could take anymore, he entered her with his tongue, in and out touching off massive orgasm, she screamed out to him which made his manhood jump.
Michael moved to join her, they kissed tasting herself still on him.
Smoothing her hair out of her eyes, "Make love to me Michael, I need to feel you inside me." She told him.
He kissed her as he entered her slowly allowing her to adjust to him. He was completely inside her, they both moaned each other’s name as he began to move in and out of her. "God she feels so wonderful, so soft." Michael thought.
Michael increased the pace, looking into each others eyes their thrust getting more harder now, Nikita already on the brink of an orgasm.
Michael whispers," Cum for me my love." When she heard that she could not hold on any longer, Nikita arched back matching Michael's thrust she screamed out his name as she came, which made him cum along with her.
They lay holding each other not wanting to move he slipped out of her.
Nikita rolled over on her side, he came up behind her cuddled to her, and they feel of to sleep.
It was morning, the sun shined across the bed. Michael lay there watching her as she slept this he considered pure pleasure. There was a knock at the door, "This is your wake up call." A mans voice came through the door.
"Thank you." Michael replied.
Michael reached over to kiss Nikita, at that moment she opened her eyes.
Stretching she smiled, "Good morning husband."
"Good morning my wife," he said as he lowered his mouth to meet hers. "We have to get moving." Michael told her.
Nikita rolled over with a look in her eyes, it told him he was not leaving their bed quite yet.
They joined their souls once, touching, kissing each other, just as they began it stopped with him pulling away.
"Operations wants a report by noon." He told her.
"Birkoff, are you there?" Michael said.
" Yes, I’m here so is Opera…” is all he could get out before Ops spoke, "REPORT!"
“Nikita and I are in place; I meet with Armond today at 3:00 to discuss the location we will meet Curtis, Malden and Johnson.”
"Michael, do any of these men know you?" Nikita asked.
Never a face to face, but I’m sure they heard of me as I heard of them.
"Get the location Michael then report back," Ops out.
Michael and Nikita went about getting dress; she slid her skirt on, noticing him staring. "If you keep looking at me in that manner, we will not be leaving this room." She said with a glint in her eyes.
“You will go down and keep them busy, tell them I’ll be down soon, now get dress and go.” He swatted her behind.
Nikita went downstairs, entering the dinning room.
"Ahhhh Good morning my dear sweet Nikita." Armond greeted her with a smile. " Where is Michael?"
"He’ll be down soon." Nikita added.
"Well then join me for breakfast my dear." Taking her hand, Armond kiss it.
"Love to." Nikita simple reply.
"What are we having?" Armond asked.
Today sir, you and your guest will be having Omelets with, ham, cheese, with garden mixer of onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes, with whole-wheat toast and jam.
"It sounds lovely, please begin serving please. "Armond suggested.
As they sat eating, Michael entered the dinning room.
"Ah Good Morning Michael." Greeting Michael with a handshake. "Late sleeper are you?" Armond asked.
Michael walked to Nikita placing a kiss on her lips, "When you have someone as beautiful as her, can you blame me for not wanting to get out of bed." Michael smiled, as did Armond.
“Sit and join us then please.”
Michael sat next to Nikita.
"So gentlemen the meet is at 3:00, are we ready? "Nikita asked as she glanced around the room.
"My dear as much as I enjoy your company from here on out gentlemen only." Armond said. "So please eat up, then we will talk business agreed?”
They finished eating; Armond came around the table taking Nikita’s hand raise her from her chair.
"My dear this is the part of the meeting you have to leave." Armond gave his lovely guest a peck on the check.
"That’s alright I don’t really mind, I’ll retire to our room and read a book." Nikita said simply.
Turning to give Michael a slight kiss she went to her room.
"Gentlemen shall we?" Armond gestured to the library. “Sit please.” As they sat Armond started the meeting.
"Plans have change slightly, the meet has changed, I will be holding the meeting here instead of the hotel. "Armond stated.
Michael looked puzzled, "Why change the meet at the last moment?"
"I like it better on my own turf, the security is more in our favor. "Jake replied.
This is how it is going to play out, Curtis, Malden, Johnson arrive they will be lead here to my den, Jake, Carl, Steve you are to handle security outside this room as well as inside, GOT IT! "
Michael sat back gathering as much as he can so he could report back to Section.
Nikita went in to take a shower, Michael wanted to follow her. Nikita held her hand out ”Not this time love.” She turned closing the door and locking it.
Michael just smiled to himself, if it was not a mission he told himself.
Armond and Jake were in his office going over everything. It was time, Armond sent Jake to retrieve Michael from his room.
Michael and Nikita were kissing each other when there was a knock at the door.
“Yes,” Michael said.
“ It is time to go Michael.” Jake stated as he stood outside their door.
“I’ll be down in a minute,” Michael answered.
“I want you to contact Operation’s for me Nikita.” He took her hands bringing them to his lips,” I LOVE YOU, remember that.” He turned and opened the door, then closed it behind himself.
Nikita sat on the bed, closed her eyes, “I LOVE YOU TOO.”
Michael went to Armond’s office. There he meet up with Armond, Jake, Stevens, and Jax.
“Ahhh, ok gentlemen get your gear.”
The tables were loaded with 9mm machine guns, hand guns, and even vest.
Michael put his vest on, Armond look at him,” Can’t be too careful,” Michael said with a smile.
Back at their room:
Nikita let Operations know that the buy was going on in a half hour.
“Ok, Birkoff get the teams in to position.” Operations out.
Nikita got her gear on, then wait until they left to follow. As she left the house to follow the to the warehouse. Smith came up from behind her, Nikita felt a prick in the side of her neck before she fell.
Smith cursed,” Jake was right, Damn it!” He hitched Nikita over his shoulder and carried her inside the house.
Smith went to inform Jake that he was right on the money about Armond’s partners.
Back in her room Nikita awoke feeling groggy, Focusing her eyes she made out a form. As her vision cleared she realized it was Smith.
“GOOD YOU’RE AWAKE!” Smith barked. “Soon we will have your husband to!” Smith turn and left the room.
At the meet:
Michael and Armond pulled up and got out off the car. Red cell was following up the rear, to make sure there would be no surprises. The gentlemen met face to face, Curtis asked Michael if he had the warheads.
“There here but, first the money. ”Michael replied.
Johnson took out his palm computer and handed it to Curtis. Curtis punched in a code. “Your money in being deposited to your account as we speak.”
“Thank you, here is the key to your warheads.” Armond handed the key to Mulden , who in turn gave it to Curtis.
Back at section:
Birkoff, send the teams in on Michael’s signal.
The shadow teams took out the guards on the outside, as they move to first mark and waited for the signal to move in.
Birkoff, sent the teams in on Michael’s signal. The shadow team took out the guards...then moved too their first mark, waiting for the signal to move in the house to assist Michael . Just as the transfer took place, Michael pressed a button on the hand held computer which, set off the signal ..
"GO.." Birkoff sent them in....shots rang out , Michael took cover. Section was taking out Asnee and Red Cell Ops..
Armond found Michael. “You … you’re the one!” As Armond held Michael at gunpoint, Michael raised his hands. "Take him. “Armond yelled.
Armond, Jake and Michael left through the tunnel on the left.
“Birkoff what is going on?” Operations asked.
"Sir we have taken out the Asnee group and the Red Cell operatives, but I can not get a read on Michael or Armond," Birkoff answered back.
“What about his tracker signal?” Madeline asked as she walked up to Birkoff and Operations.
“We are trying to get a location. It is going to take an hour at least.”
“WELL DO IT!” Operations then turned to Madeline, "Anything from Nikita?"
“Nothing, since she last reported in," she replied.
Sitting in the car Armond looked at Michael. "Did you really think I would not find out that you and your darling wife were up to no good?"
Michael with the classic blank stare in place, let his eyes meet Armond's.
"What have you done with her?" He demanded.
“Nothing yet Michael. Smith is with her and as long as you do as you are told...” Armond let his voice drift … “she will be kept alive.”
Michael sat back into the seat, his fist clenching. He knew he had to keep control until she was safe. After that all bets were off.
They pulled up to a two-track road. As they turned on to it Michael was taking mental notes.
There in the distance was a small house, with two guards outside. As they pulled up one of the guards walked up to the van, “She has been sedated.”
Armond ushered him to the side as they pulled up further.
Both guards came around the van to help Jake get Michael out and into the house.
"I want to see her!" Michael demanded.
"Yes, Yes I am sure you do." Armond turned, gesturing Jake to escort him to Nikita.
Just as Michael turned, Jake landed a blow to Michael's midsection then to his face. After he fell to the floor the two guards moved him to where she was.
Little did they know Nikita was already coming out of the drugs when she heard Michael’s body drop to the floor and the door slam.
“Michael, Michael can you hear me?” Nikita now bent beside him whispering. Nikita's tears were streaming down her face, as she stroked his hair.
Back at section:
Sir, I have them both." Birkoff stated.
Operations was hanging over Birkoff's shoulder, ”Where are they?"
“They are in a small remote house about 100 kilos east from the meet site. From what the satellite can pick up there are 5 bodies, 2 in a small room on the west side of the house.”
"Ok Birkoff draw up an contingency plan." he then turned to Madeline " Get a team ready to move out, lets get them out of there.” Operations barked.
Back at the house:
Nikita could hear them talking somewhat in the other room as Michael started to come too.
"Michael, are you all right?" she said as she brushed the side of his face.
"Yes, I am fine." He then turned to put his hand on her check. Michael went right into section mode, “We are about 100 kilos from the meeting place, Section will be here soon to retrieve us.”
“Michael, what do we do until then?” she asked tending to his wounds the best she could.
"We wait" he said simply.
They heard footsteps coming towards the door. The door handle turned and as the door opened there stood Jake and Smith.
"Well , I see that you have both came around," Jake said with a smile. “It will be over soon.” On that note they turned closing the door.
Section:
"Sir, the team is ready awaiting to go ahead." Bikoff said into his come unit from the van.
Okay, Operations turned to Madeline, " It is under way."
On route:
Jamie was in charge of this mission. He was filling the team in as they pulled up to a secured location.
As they exited the van, Jamie gave directions to the operatives, “3 to the west to retrieve Michael and Nikita, 4 on the east. 4 coming up the back side.” When they were all in place, Jamie gave the signal “GO!"
The teams moved in as Birkoff monitored from the van. Team 1 took out the 2 in the front of the house, just as team 2 was moving in. On the west side off the house, Armond, Jake and Smith busted into the room that held Michael and Nikita.
"Stand, NOW!" Armond ordered.
Jake went to grab for Nikita when Michael made a jump for him. As he did Armond shot Michael in his back. Michael dropped to the floor as Nikita screamed out "MICHAEL!!!!!!"
Kneeling at his side, Nikita looked up at Armond, with tears streaming. At that moment there was a loud sound as they busted through the door.
Jamie took out Smith, another op took out Jake.
Michael laid there bleeding quite a bit, Armond standing over him pointing his gun at Michael ready to shot him.
When suddenly… A shot rang out, hitting Armond in the head right between the eyes..(great shot Nikita ..ohh back to the story, got in to it a little bit there..LOL ) He dropped to the ground.
Nikita ran to Michael, she took Jamie's ear com.
“Brikoff...Michael is down we need to get him to a hospital.”
As Nikita is trying not to lose it, he replied, “They’re on their way Nikita. Hold on,“ Birkoff added.
The Medical team got there and quickly loaded Michael into the ambulance. Knowing she couldn't go with him, she pounded on the ambulance and shouted “GO!!” sending them on their way.
She knew she had to stay and help with giving all the information to Jamie of what went on. But her head and heart were some where else, with Michael.
Operations and Madeline were waiting for her in van access when she returned to section.
Operations without missing a beat asked,” We had a 100% containment?" "Yes," Nikita replied, her mind on Michael.
"How is Michael?" she asked trying not to let them see how much it's killing her not knowing.
"He's still in surgery. It'll be a while. Why don't you go freshen up a bit then come back?“ Madeline suggested.
Nikita didn't want to leave him but she knew Madeline was right. She did need to clean up a bit. Nikita still had Michael’s blood on her so she did what Madeline suggested.
Back at Nikita's apartment:
The phone rang. Niktia hesitated to pick it up at first but she finally answered it.
"Michael’s out of surgery, he's in ICU.“ Madeline said. “When he wakes he's going to want to see you, so come to Medical.“ Madeline stated.
In no time Nikita was there. "Where is he?" She asked almost jumping out of her skin.
"He’s in there", Madeline and Operations replied.
She went in to see him. He was hooked up to so many machines! Terrified, she went to sit down beside him. Taking his hand into hers, she place kisses on it. She was so overwhelmed with emotion she started to cry.
" Michael, please don't leave me, now that we found each other again," She begged him.
Nikita sat at his bedside talking to him, trying to get a response out of him.
Walter stood in the doorway of medical, wishing God he could take her hurt for her. He walked up to her putting his hand on her shoulder, "Hi Sugar, how is he doing?"
Nikita looked up at him, forcing a wane smile. "They say he needs to wake up, Walter."
With a tear escaping she looked at Michael. "Please wake up, I need you, we all need you."
Walter asked her when was the last time she had eaten something?
"I don't remember." Nikita told him.
“Come on sugar. Let me take you to get something to eat.”
Birkoff entered as they stood. ”Amigo, I am taking this gorgeous creature out for some food. We will be back."
"Nikita do you want me to sit with Michael until you return?" Birkoff asked.
Before he knew what was happening, Nikita threw her arms around Birkoff's neck. Nikita pulled back looked him in the eye, "I would love that, Birkoff." She said as she placed a kiss on his cheek.
Birkoff sat there studying the machines Michael was hooked up to.
"Nikita, Nikita," Michael was calling for her.
Birkoff picked up the phone to notify Ops and Madeline. Hanging up the phone, he saw that Michael was awake. "Walter took her to get some food, I told her I would sit with you."
Michael could barely speak, "Thank you, Birkoff."
It stunned Birkoff to hear his thanks. It took him a minute then he shook his head. "That's what I am here for Michael," he replied, flashing a grin.
Nikita and Walter returned, "Any change?" they both asked.
“He was awake for a couple of minutes,” Birkoff told them.
“Come Amigo let's give these two some privacy. We need to get back to work.”
After three and a half hours of waiting for him to wake up, she had her head laying on the bed beside him, asleep.
He woke up to find her there. "Nikita…” he could barely talk. “Nikita…” he said again.
Hearing his voice, she raised her head. ”Michael!! " She said excitedly. "How are you feeling?" She asked trying to focus her eyes.
"I've been shot," Michael replied, knowing the pain of being shot.
"Yes" Nikita replied.
"Where is Operations? I have to debrief.”
"I'll get him for you in a minute. First are you sure your okay? You lost a lot of blood back at Armond’s place.”
"I'll be fine," He answered as he smiled a little at her.
“You would have been a lot better, if you would have worn the vest you gave me, Michael.”
“Then you would not be here, Nikita and I couldn't stand that.”
At that moment Operations and Madeline walked in, "How are you feeling Michael?" They asked as they smiled at them both.
"GOOD," Michael replied.
"Did we get 100% containment?" Michael asked.
"Yes we had 100% containment. I wanted to thank you both for a great job well done.." Operation stated.
Nikita smirked a little in amazement.
A couple of weeks later:
Michael was back on full duty. When he returned Nikita was on assignment in Asia and wasn't scheduled back for another 24 hours.
He just knew he wanted to see her. With all the time they got to spend together it was hard not seeing her at all, he missed her face, her beauty, and most of all her soul.
The following day Nikita returned. After Nikita debriefed, she went to Michael’s office to see him. Finding no Michael, she headed over to Birkoff in Comms. "Where’s Michael?" she asked full of curiosity.
"He's on down time," Birkoff said.
Nikita bent in closer to Birkoff ," Where?"
He looked up at her face . “I can’t tell you that.”
"Where is he?" “Birkoff ...” she asked again, threateningly.
Birkoff punched in Michael’s location. He was at Nikita’s.
Birkoff smiled at her. "You knew all the time he was there?" Nikita smiled.
"YEP!" Birkoff replied with a big smile.
He was to keep her busy for a hour, so Michael could get her apartment ready for her return…
Nikita headed to her place. She went to use her key but the door was already unlocked.
She opened the door. There were candles, flowers, music, and the best part of all, Michael was in the kitchen cooking for her.
(How lucky can one woman be to have all this beauty around her?) she thought to herself.
"Ahhhhh you’re home ," He replied. His eyes danced about her from head to toe. Michael came to her and took her coat. Smiling at her," he asked, “I hope you’re hungry?"
He had cooked a light dinner as he was still recovering. He had made Chicken Almondine, with a light white wine sauce, a nice salad, and of course a nice Red wine.
“Michael, what are you doing here? What if section finds ouuu…”
At that moment he took her in his arms and kissed her breathless.
“I took care of everything. Now come, let’s eat.
Michael had table set so beautifully; candles, flowers, the works.
Nikita joked that he sure did know what he was doing.
Michael replied with one of his thousand watt smiles.
They sat to eat keeping their eyes on each other. "I almost lost you again Michael," Nikita stated.
He got up and went over to her, “Let’s not think about it anymore. I'm here with you where I want to be." Michael pulled her up into his arms as they started to dance holding each other very close.
"Michael," Nikita breathed out slowly.
"Yes Nikita." Michael whispered.
"I'm glad you came here."
"I am too, Kita.“ Michael said as he kissed her lips. Michael went from there to her ears and whispered, "I LOVE YOU NIKITA." Those four words melted her heart.
They danced some and sat just holding each other for hours .
Later, Michael looked in Nikita’s eyes and said, "I want to make love to you Nikita and hold you all night long."
Nikita looked into his eyes and knew he met every word he said. “Hold on to that thought,” she replied as she got up and went into the bedroom.
She went and changed into a beautiful long white night gown. It was backless, with spaghetti strap and slits up both sides. She had taken her hair down.
Nikita stood in the doorway of the bedroom and gestured to Michael to join her in the bedroom.
He does as she asks never taking his eyes off her for a second. Feeling the heat radiate between both of them. Michael takes the gesturing finger into his hand and began kissing it slowly working up to her wrist, to her arm, elbow and so on.
"OHHHH!! Michael!" She exclaimed.
Michael started to dance with her taking her hands in his and raising them in the air, caressing them as they danced never losing eye contact with her.
Michael leaned in rubbing his lips gently on her face making a trail to her mouth.
They danced and started to kiss. Michael picked her up and walked to the bed sitting her on her feet next to the bed. Michael toyed with a piece of her hair. As he let it slip from his fingers, his hands pulled the straps of her gown down. He stood back to revel in the sight before him.
A moment later, Nikita began to unbutton Michael’s shirt slowly, as he watched her. Pushing his shirt back off his shoulders and began kissing and caressing his bare chest.
Next Michael picked Nikita up laying her on the bed. He made his way down her body; it was his turn to please her a little.
He started by kissing her and telling her he loved her more than words could ever say. He then moved his mouth down to the area on her neck he knew she loved for him to lick.
There they were, she with nothing on and him with next to nothing on as she worked on undoing his jeans.
They looked into each other’s eyes. As he came to lay upon her, she could fill how hard and strong he felt. As she took him in , he let out a soft moan feeling her inner walls surrounding him.
She let out a small moan at first as he kissed her nipples and kept moving in and out of her body.
"OHHH!" she moaned.
Michael knowing she was close to her climax, slowed down and took his time.
They sat up and he turned her on her stomach. He began to kiss her back up to her neck as he reentered her and laid upon her again. They both let out moans together this time as they caressed each other. As he moved in and out of her, Nikita's moans were driving Michael wild until they both climaxed.
Michael whispered in Nikita’s ear, " I love you with all my soul." ( in French of course).
He pulled out of her slowly and she rolled onto her side facing him and they looked at each other. He pulled her into his arms and both fell asleep.
The next morning came too fast for both of them. Michael looked down at her "Ready for some coffee? "
"Sure," she said, “In a minute,” as she grabbed his hand and pulled him back into bed.
"Come on Nikita we have to get… " Michael's words drifted off.
“In a few hours,” she said, with a smile.
Michael smiled back. "OK."
"Ok." she replied.
Nikita took a shower and then got some coffee, as Michael took his.
Walking into the bathroom as he dried his body, she asked, “What are you going to tell Operations about us?” Nikita knew the question had to be asked.
Michael smiled again, "I could tell him I'm in love with you, but one look on my face and everyone is going to know that.” He kissed her.
Nikita looked at Michael, "Seriously what is going to happen, is it going to be the same as it was before the assignment or like it is now?" Nikita asked.
“Let's not think about it now, Nikita please. I just want to enjoy this time with you.
Right then and there she knew nothing was going to the same.
Birkoff called Michael and Nikita in. Operations and Madeline want to see them.
They where greeted by Ops and Madeline. "Good morning you two. We trust you slept well?" (in that little smirk Operation gets, that you want to slap off.) We hope you enjoyed your time together because it's the last time it's going to be allowed from now on it's business as usual, NO EXCEPTIONS!! Do you understand?" Operations asked them.
"Yes," They replied.
Michael asked, "Is that all, Sir?"
Operations answered, "Yes, you both may go."
Michael and Nikita turned and left. They headed back to his office as they did any time they wanted to be private. Nikita closed the door as Michael secured the room.
Breaking down into tears, Nikita declared, “I knew it was to good to be true!”
Michael took her in his arms. Leaning back he looked into her eyes and vowed they would never keep them apart as long as there was a soul left in him, and that they're love was strong enough to over come anything, anyone, even Section.
THE END