SATURDAY - 10/12

Laurens & Tom's engagement party was at 4pm at the surf & sand hotel in Laguna Beach. I took the liberty of booking a room there for the weekend, in case my cousins did get JC wasted as an initiation type ritual. We packed a light bag with some pj's & change of clothes for Sunday. 

The drive to laguna wasn't too bad. Since we arrived a little early, we checked into our room before heading to the party. Our room had a breathtaking ocean view that would no doubt be beautiful to wake up to. As I stood out on the balcony, I received a text from Lauren. 

Hey! Are you checked in already? 

Yep! Just got to our room! 

Tom & I are in the lobby. Mind meeting us downstairs? Wanted to make sure to get some time with you guys before guests arrive. 

Sure thing! Be there in a few. 

Gianne : (heading inside) So Lauren wants us to head downstairs a bit early before guests arrive. 

JC : (wrapping his arms around my waist) darn! Was hoping to get a quickie in

Gianne : heck, that may calm my nerves a little… But being that their party starts in 30 minutes, guests will be arriving soon. 

Tiptoeing enough to lick & suck his lips a little..

Gianne : but definitely later 

I felt an excited twitch against my leg. I smiled. 

JC : oh… You don't play fair

Before JC released his hold, he hiked up the skirt of my teal maxi dress, bringing his fingers in between my legs. He inserted one, then two fingers in me.. causing me to grab onto him to keep my balance. He kissed me, twirling his tongue with mine, before licking my upper lip. I exhaled as he removed his fingers. 

JC : (slapping my behind) ok let's go. 

Gianne : oy! This is gonna be a long night. 

He washed his hands, grabbed his wallet & the key card to the room. I made sure to grab my purse as we headed out. 

As we got out of the elevator on the main floor, Lauren immediately saw me & we ran to each other & hugged. We weren't used to not seeing each other on a weekly to monthly basis. the last time we saw each other was a little after the mmc reunion. That was months ago. Definitely too long. 

After our little hugfest, Lauren hugged JC hello. 

Lauren: JC… nice seeing you again

JC : you too! Congrats on the engagement! 

Lauren : thank you! (pointing to Tom) this is my fiancé Tom. Tom, this is JC - Gianne's boyfriend. 

They shake hands & continue with small talk as Lauren & I try to catch up before the party starts. 

Gianne : look at you! So beautiful…. Or glowing I should say

Lauren : gosh, this whole party only reminds me that I hate planning things… The stress & making sure we invited everyone. 

I semi-laugh at her comment. 

Lauren : how are you doing? JC ready to meet the fam. 

Gianne: u didn't happen to warn them to back off tonight did you? 

Lauren : (laughing) yea, like that would really work

I look at JC & Tom chatting it up & let out a sigh. 

Lauren: so far he's doing great! 

Gianne: let's just hope everyone focuses on you tonight 

We chat it up a few more minutes talking about what details Lauren has already thought of for the wedding, as well as me starting to tour with the guys. 

As soon as guests started to arrive, we followed behind Lauren & Tom to greet some of the family & meet some of Tom's. As we talked, we made our way to the hotel restaurant where the party would be held - they booked the restaurant for the afternoon/night. The view from the restaurant was to die for. 

As I focused back on the party, I saw my mom enter the restaurant. I grabbed JC's hand & began our way to her. 

Gianne: ready to meet my mom? 

JC : yes! 

My mom knew of JC because he's all I've ever talked about since my obsession with *NSYNC started. I just hope she wouldn't embarrass me with some random fan story or end up fangirling herself, since he was a celebrity. 

Gianne: (hugging & kissing my mom) hi mom

Essy: hi. You look nice.

Gianne : you too. Was the drive OK? 

Essy: yea, I came with your aunt

Gianne: oh OK… Um mom, (pointing to JC) this is JC or Josh. Babe…this is my mom, Essy 

JC : (giving her a hug) very nice to meet you Ms. Suarez 

Essy: (giddy & giggling) oh my, you're so handsome! And please, just call me essy. 

JC : (amused with her playfulness) ok

I can feel my cheeks blush for my mom. JC returns to my side placing his arm around my waist. My mom gets giddy again witnessing him do so, that she giggles & playfully pinches my arm. I can't help but laugh. But something tells me this is only the first of many pinches I'll get tonight. As more relatives showed up, I introduced JC to them. I've never seen so many of my aunts be so touchy. As I introduced cousins, their eyes seem to pop out at the news that JC & I were a thing. I didn't talk to them as much as I did Lauren so none knew of the news. They egged us on, made suggestive faces, and nudged me on the side giving me winks or mouthing oh my god. I buried my face in his arm which just made him laugh. 

Gianne: (looking up at him while clinging to his arm) I'm sorry for the inappropriate-ness & more that will come

JC : (kissing my forehead) baby it's fine. Its your family & it's actually kind of entertaining. I havent seen you turn red so much before. 

I stick my tongue out at him & we walk over to our table.  The restaurant left the table setup pretty much as is, so the tables were either set for 2, 4, or 6. Our table consisted of us two, my mom, and one of my aunts, Terri. JC pulled out my chair for me & scooted me back in. 

JC : baby, I'm gonna get a drink. Want anything? 

Gianne: my usual please 

JC : got it. And ladies, would you like any drinks? 

My mom blushes wishing she probably drank at this moment. She was never much of a drinker....but I was wrong. 

Essy: a margarita please. 

Terri : I'm ok with water. Thank you 

JC : ok, be right back 

I immediately turn to my mom with eyes bugged out.

Gianne: since when do u drink? 

Essy: hey, it's not everyday I get JC asking to get me a drink. (laughing) plus your aunt is driving anyway. 

I shake my head & laugh. As I look around, I see everyone getting settled at their tables & Lauren & Tom making their way to theirs. JC arrived with our drinks & sat beside me. Before Tom & Lauren sat down, they clinked their glasses to announce a toast. They thanked everyone for being here to celebrate their engagement & that they couldn't wait to catch up & party with everyone. We all cheered & took sips of our drinks. In between serving our courses, JC made small talk with my mom & aunt. They joked & laughed & it made my heart full. Some cousins passed by our table as they were returning to theirs with shots & they were so kind to drop off shots for us too. 

Gianne: oh boy, this is just the first of many 

I sniffed to see which liquor they provided us & it was tequila. Were they nuts? 

JC : well it's a good thing we're not driving anywhere after this. 

JC took the shot & I followed right after. Ugh! How could we have no salt or lime with this shot? Fuck! I needed some kind of chaser. I couldn't help but make a face. JC just laughed & patted my leg. 

Throughout the rest of the party, we got to know some of Tom's side. One of Tom's relatives happened to be a big fan of *NSYNC & couldn't pass up on a photo with JC. JC happily obliged & we even did a group shot of tequila. Then some cousins pulled me aside trying to get the scoop on JC & I - definitely trying to get the tea. I however tried to focus all the attention to Lauren. After all, it was their night. More shots were passed around & several guests were on the brink of passing out. Luckily JC could handle his liquor & was just buzzing real good. The party was coming to an end & being nearly 10pm, most guests had already left to make their trek home. After saying goodnight to Tom & Lauren, we walked my mom & aunt to their car. 

JC :  (giving my mom a hug) it was lovely meeting you essy!

Essy : oh! It was a pleasure! And you did good - still standing after all those drinks my family gave you. Usually, newcomers end up passed out. (patting his arm) you'll fit right in! 

Terri: so when's your guys wedding? 

I bit my lip & blushed. If there was anything my family was good at, it was always bringing up hints of the future - whether it be marriage, babies, etc. They basically had no filter. 

Gianne : ok, that's the cue to say good night

I kissed my mom goodbye as her & my aunt laughed. JC said goodbye to my aunt, who gave JC a wink to imply she was being serious about her last comment. JC hunched over to rest his head on my shoulder, sneaking in a kiss to my neck. We watched then drive off before making our way back to our room. We walked to the elevator hand in hand. 

Gianne : I apologize for them being so forward & not having a filter 

JC : you really need to stop apologizing 

The elevator arrived & we got on. JC wrapped his arms around me from behind - kissing my shoulder, my cheek, my neck. His breath on my skin made me tingle in all the right places. All the alcohol definitely made him more eager considering we were still in a public space. I couldn't help but push my back side into him, in which he clearly reciprocated the need for each other. When we got to our floor, we felt like we skipped, hopped, and danced our way to our room - excited to finally be alone & have our way with each other. When we opened the door to our room & stepped inside, JC pushed himself against me on the door. With one hand tangled in my hair, he kissed me & licked his way down my neck. The other hand hiking up my dress, feeling my thigh & stopping at my ass. I let out a moan because everything felt so good - his lips, his tongue, his warm breath against my skin, and his hands. He was driving me crazy. I tried gathering my thoughts and began to undress him - pulling his dress shirt out from his pants and unbuttoning it. I slid it off his shoulders and let it fall off his arms. I began kissing his shoulders and moved down to his chest, back up his neck and to his other shoulder - all while unbuckling his belt. He slid the straps of my maxi dress off my shoulders and let the dress fall to the floor. He then lifted me up, wrapping my legs around his waist, and walked to bed. Still carrying me, he unhooked my strapless bra with one hand causing it to fall to the floor, and then took a nipple into his mouth, swirling his tongue around it. I couldn't help but grasp his hair & throw my head back in pleasure. He laid me down, pushed his pants off to fall to the floor, and climbed on top of me. I needed him. I grabbed him, massaging back & forth, enjoying how ready he was for me. 

Gianne: (as he kisses me) I need you

JC bites my bottom lip with a sexy smile. He moves a hand down my side and slips it in my underwear, bringing his fingers in between my legs. 

Gianne : (panting) baby….. please… 

JC : is this what you want? 

Gianne : (moaning) no…. I want you

JC started to move down, kissing my breasts. I had to release my grip on him, which made me long for him more. He moved lower to my belly button and looked up at me, while he removed my underwear. 

JC : what about this? 

JC licked me in a painfully slow manner in between my legs. I wanted to scream. I couldn't take the teasing anymore. He seemed to sense it and pushed his tongue further causing me to buck my hips in response. He ran his tongue up & down, in circles, and with intent. I felt his hand on my inner thigh moving inward. He brought his finger alongside his tongue, which caught my breath - the added sensation was welcomed. Then inserting his finger into me as well, with his tongue pleasing me, I cried out and grabbed the sheets around me. I couldn't hold it anymore. He flicked his tongue knowing I was close, and that did it. I released - panting & shaking. He slowly removed his finger and kissed his way back up my body. As his body rubbed against mine, I could feel his erection against me - igniting my insides. He guided himself in me & started thrusting. I focused on pleasing him now. I looked at him hungrily and licked myself off his lips. I know that turned him on since his eyes rolled in the back of his head. I couldn't help but smile. I ran my thumb against his bottom lip & kissed him. Our tongues danced together as our bodies did. JC thrusted faster and harder. I couldn't get enough. I let him have me however he wanted. He flipped me around and I was on all fours. As he pounded in & out of me, he grabbed my breasts - going with the bounce of his thrusts. His grunts were becoming more uneasy - this was going to be his undoing. He sat me up against him, while we continued to thrust up & down. To my surprise, he was still thinking about my pleasure and brought his fingers to my clit. He wanted me to come with him. 

Gianne: fuu…. uuck

JC : fuck me baby 

The way he said it was with a growl & it worked. I fucked him harder & faster. We both started to shake & pant uncontrollably & finally came together. He continued to hold me with my back to him, straddling him. He kissed my upper back as our breathing slowly returned to normal. I laid my head on his shoulder, suddenly feeling very exhausted. 

Making sure to hold onto me still, he rolled us over so that we could lay down before we jumped in the shower to freshen up. After rinsing off, we jumped in bed and passed out - all the alcohol mixed with mindblowing sex was definitely draining. 

SUNDAY - 10/13 

I stirred in bed when the sun started to peek through the curtains. I looked over to JC, who was still sound asleep. I slowly got up & wrapped a robe around me. I snuck out quietly onto the balcony to take in the sound of the waves & watch the waves crash onto the beach. As I looked out into the water, I couldn't help but think about how much this year has changed & all that's been brought into my life - JC, new job, new living arrangements. It was surreal. I couldn't help but smile. A while later, JC surprised me by slipping his arms through mine to rest on the balcony railing. 

JC : (kissing my cheek) good morning

Gianne: mmm… Good morning 

JC : you're up early. Did you sleep OK? 

Gianne: slept like a baby… (nudging him in the stomach) Thanks to you. Just wanted to take in the view 

JC nuzzled into me more to keep us warm, as we leaned against the banister. He left me briefly & returned with two cups of coffee. 

JC : I started brewing it before I came out here. 

Gianne: thank you

He handed me a cup of coffee and continued to snuggle close to me. We finished our cups of coffee & people watched a bit before heading inside to pack & head home. 

When we got back to our place, we relaxed for the most part and ordered in for the night. I thought about what tomorrow would entail - being that it was my first day in my new position. I was sure I'd eventually have to meet with some execs or management. I didnt want to be looked at as a girlfriend of one of the band members that's getting her dream job. I wanted to show that I could do this job. While waiting for our food to arrive, I decided to read over the contract again to make notes of details or any specifics I should be aware of. 

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The front gate buzzed which interrupted my focus. Suddenly food was on my mind. I moved my laptop and other clutter to the side table as JC set the food on the table. 

JC: thank goodness for food. you’ve been buried in your laptop for the past two hours. 

Gianne: just wanna be prepared

JC: baby, you’ll be fine. 

Gianne: i just dont wanna let you guys down. let the fans down. this is big. 

I started stabbing the orange chicken that was placed in front of me - starving yet so nervous to eat. I forced some food down before we headed to bed.