Happy Birthday Andy!

[angeltrisha9]

“Madame President?”

“Sorry.  Interesting game.  Is the colonel your opponent.”

The commander’s smirk was full of derisive, yet good natured, humor.  “No, he doesn’t have the patience for chess.”

Laura nodded in understanding.  “Who are you playing then?”

“Myself.”

The answer astounded her.  “Isn’t that cheating?  Don’t you favor a side?”

He came to stand

Comments

[defyingnormalcy]

This was so gorgeous, thank you ever so much for writing it for me! <3

I love that you used chess to explore the complexities of their relationship as it grew from an alliance, to friendship, to love.

I especially loved the way you ended it off:

Bill looked grinned at her. “You’re good at that.”

“What, chess?”

“Winning me over.”

Laura looked down at her lap, heat rising in her heart. She then looked up at Bill, a little grin on her face as she reached for his hand. “Lucky me.”

That made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside! <3

Thanks hon! xoxo

[angeltrisha9]

My pleasure! I'm really glad you liked your birthday present even if it was a little late. And YAY! for the warm and fuzzy. Mission accomplished then.

Just so you know, the entry is locked to you only, so it's all yours! ;)

[defyingnormalcy]

Awww! You didn't have to do that. :D You can share it with others if you like! :D xoxo

[bsg_aussiegirl]

How did I miss this before? Mmm...was it LJ being crazy? Anyway, I loved this. It was so cute.

I love the natural way they started the game, and the tentative way they started it, considering the setting/time.

You brought the game through to a nice spot to finish on as well.

Lovely. :)

[angeltrisha9]

You didn't miss it, it was locked so only the birthday girl could read it.

And thank you! I'm glad it came through as lovely and cute!