Other Side Of The World {Josephine}

Once Stefan had got the breakfast ready for Jo and kissed her he heard her murmur slightly which made him smile brightly as he kept watching her finding it difficult to keep his eyes off of her. Jo then wished him a good morning calling him Mr. Winchester, he loved hearing her call him that, but he loved calling her Mrs. Winchester even more. It just sounded so good on his lips, he would say it over and over again if he didn’t think anybody would think he was taking some sort of verbal fit or something. Jo then added that it smelled good, “Why thank you Josephine, my love.” Stefan enjoyed making food and eating it, even though he didn’t have to but for Stefan it was all about keeping his humanity intact. When Jo reached up and touched his face with her hand he closed his eyes for a second just loving the feel of it there, and then she thanked him asking if he had any himself.

This made him open his eyes again and he nodded his head slightly, “I ate earlier, I thought you might like to sleep for longer and you are very welcome.” He bent down again and kissed her on the cheek before getting the coffee for the both of them and placing cream and sugar onto the tray he had place on Jo’s lap. When he came back into the bedroom Jo said the food was really good and then added a bit of humour by saying who knew he could cook. Stefan chuckled slightly, “I have my talents.” Stefan had then moved round to the other side of the bed and gently got back in beside Jo and after taking a couple of sips of his coffee he placed it on the bedside table and then just turned to look at Jo smiling constantly and propped his head on his hand.

Stefan saw Jo smile at him as he continued to watch her and then she asked what was on the agenda for that day. Well it was technically their first of their honeymoon and he knew almost every evening and night would be spent making love, but they had to have some adventure as well. “Well, I thought we could go down to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, they make good photograph opportunities. While there we could see what is on at the Opera House in case you would like to go one evening to see something. And for being around for many years there has always been one thing I would love to do, swim with dolphins.”

Not to forget that he wanted to hold a Koala again as well, but they had plenty of time to do everything, they were here for three full weeks, but getting an itinerary plan of action put into place hadn’t crossed Stefan’s mind at all when he booked the self service combined room service hotel in Sydney. “Would that be alright for you Josephine, my love, or is there something you would rather do? I have to admit that I did not think of putting a plan of action into place.”

When Jo had touched his face and he had closed his eyes, he felt her move her thumb across his cheek and he couldn’t help but let out a slight murmur and yet knowing that he couldn’t let his emotions get out of control too much or else they wouldn’t be leaving their room today. Every single touch by Jo always drove him insane with passion. When Stefan said he’d had breakfast earlier he added that he felt she would want to sleep longer and Jo smiled at him and he returned a smile knowing now that letting her sleep longer had been appreciated.

Stefan had to chuckle a little at Jo’s response to saying he had his talents. The giggle she gave him, and then followed by the raise of the eyebrows and finally that seductive smile made him shake his head with a smile knowing full well what she was referring to and it wasn’t his cooking skills. “Josephine, my love, if you are not careful to what you say I fear we may never leave this room today.” He raised his own eyebrows then and smiled at her. Not that it would bother Stefan staying in the room all day, or the bed for that matter but it would seem a waste for Jo to see such a lovely country if they did that as much as he knew they would both love it.

As Jo continued to eat her breakfast Stefan continued to drink his coffee and lay watching her and smiling at her constantly. She was beautiful and she was his wife now, he felt like the luckiest guy in the world. For the first time for as long as he could remember he felt like he was in eternal bliss but something was telling him that it wouldn’t last for long and he couldn’t explain it. Well he could explain it, soon enough Damon would find out about Jo and him getting married and would more than likely kick off about it.

Jo had then asked what was on the agenda and Stefan had replied naming a couple of things and adding about the one thing he would always love to do, which was swim with dolphins. He smiled warmly when Jo said she had never done that before either. Jo then agreed that he had been around for a few years and how could she be married to an old man. Stefan pretended to be hurt by saying “Ouch”, and then he began to chuckle softly and couldn’t help but add, “Do I perform like an old man though, that is the question.” And then he chuckled again with his eyes sparkling and then he shook his head again knowing what he was saying might fuel their passion and stop them from getting out, but really there was plenty of time for all of that at night. He then watched as Jo pushed the tray aside and lent into him leaning on his chest.

When Stefan had asked if what he had suggested sounded good enough for her he saw her nod her head slowly and then she murmured a little. Stefan had then added that he hadn’t thought about putting a plan of action into place and he watched her shrug slightly before kissing him for a few seconds. She replied saying that it was okay and they had all the time in the world to do whatever they wanted. Stefan smiled warmly at her, “Yes we do and I promise to make it the best three weeks of your life.” Whether some of that had them in their hotel room and not leaving, well time would tell. Jo had then kissed him again which he had returned briefly for a few seconds and then Jo moved getting out of the bed saying she would love to spend all day in bed but there was plenty of time for all of that and they should get up.

Stefan nodded his head smiling warmly at her, “I agree with you Josephine, my love.” Stefan then swung his legs round and sat on the edge of the bed as he finished his coffee. Stefan had already been for a shower earlier, all he had to do was get a pair of trousers and a top on. He then watched as Jo slipped her pyjamas off in front of him, he sighed inwards deeply at the sight of her body. “Did nobody tell you it was wrong to tease your new husband like that?” But he shook his head and chuckled again knowing full well that they really did have to get leaving the room or they would be stuck in there all day and he was looking forward to going out and seeing the sights even if he had seen them several times over the years.

While Jo was in the shower Stefan pulled out a pair of shorts and a casual top and once they were on, he then wrapped the lightweight bag around his waist and clipped it into place and then he packed his wallet and camera into it and sat down on the edge of the bed waiting for Jo and looking out of the window and seeing the clear blue sky outside.

When Jo said would be it so bad if they didn’t leave the room Stefan thought about it for a second and then grinned, “It would not be so bad, but I think we could do with some fresh air.” Jo then added that they should leave the room and show their presence in the beautiful country. Stefan nodded his head, “If we go out today, we could spend all day in bed tomorrow if that is your desire.” Stefan replied, knowing full well that they may well have a day out and a day in throughout the whole honeymoon. Well they were a passionate couple and Stefan had to fulfil his constant burning lust and passion for Jo, it was always a constant battle not to always want to make love to her. Sometimes it would just be the way she would talk to him, or the way she would look at him and he would just die inside wanting to just make love to her all day and all night long.

When Stefan had joked with Jo saying ouch over the old man statement he heard Jo giggle, which made him chuckle all the more. He had then decided to tease her about it by asking if he performed like an old man and he couldn’t help but smile at her as she leaned on his chest and resting her chin on her hands she replied saying that he was the most perfect, loving, passionate man in the sack which made Stefan laugh a little. “I am very glad to hear that Josephine, my love, as I may have gone on strike tonight otherwise.” He was still teasing Jo and she would know it, because there hadn’t been many nights that they hadn’t made love since they’d met. He then wrapped his free arm around her and hugged her to him slightly, well as much as he could given Jo’s current position.

When Jo said she knew he would make it the best three weeks and said she hoped to add to that as well he just gave her that look. The one he only had for Jo which was full of love and passion, “There is no doubt about that Josephine, my love, and you make it the best day everyday just by being you and being in this world.” Alright so maybe that was one of the soppiest things he had ever said to her but it was the truth; it was how he felt about Jo. He knew he would be completely lost without her in his life, and for a brief few seconds it made him wonder how Damon would react to them being married. How he wished Damon could find love, maybe it would bring out the better person in him, who knew.

Jo had then got off the bed and decided to shower to get ready for going out and she had taken her pyjamas off in front of Stefan teasing him a little. He had commented on it and when she replied he chuckled a little. “Oh there is nothing wrong with showing off your skin to me Josephine, my love; it is how I will react that is worrying me. We are planning to go out today after all.” He shook his head again and laughed a little but he was oh so tempted to get up off the bed and gently slap her on the backside, but he knew what that move might lead to, so he refrained, instead allowing her to take her shower and get ready.

While Jo showered, Stefan got himself dressed as he had gone for his shower earlier also and soon enough he was ready to leave, sitting on the edge of the bed waiting for Jo. Soon enough Jo was out in the main part of the room and sat on the edge of the bed and asked Stefan what the first stop was. He smiled at her, “Well I thought we could head to the Opera House and see what is playing there, there might be a show you would like to go and see, and then maybe get some photographs taken on Sydney Harbour Bridge.” That would take them up to almost midday he reckoned and then after that they could maybe see about finding a place which allowed you to swim with the dolphins, Stefan was desperate to do that.

“Maybe it would be advisable to take some swimwear and towels with us, if we happen to find somewhere who does swimming with dolphins?” He asked Jo wondering what she would say to that before heading out of the hotel room and making their way to the Opera House and Bridge.

Stefan knew fine well that Jo’s desire would lead them to staying in the room the following day, not that it bothered him. They were there for three weeks; they had plenty of time to see most of the landmarks of the city in this wonderful country, so they could afford to spend a few days and nights in the hotel room just making love. “Then that is what we will do.” Stefan replied giving Jo a warm smile.

Stefan had to laugh out loud when Jo commented on his going on strike. “Well if you had gone out to find an Australian guy, my dark side may have been tempted to come out.” He shook his head and chuckled again, “Never fear Josephine, my love, with you in my life I would be crazy to go on strike.” What Stefan said was the truth, as mentioned before, he found it difficult to keep his hands off of Jo, and so there was absolutely no chance of him going on strike. Stefan had then put his arm around Jo pulling her close to him and he then looked down at her with love etched on his face, no, there was definitely no other woman for Stefan.

After Stefan had said his soppy words to Jo he had to laugh a little at her pretending to wipe a fake tear away from her eye but then she got serious telling him she was glad that they met that night despite what she was going through. He pulled her gently to him again after she said that, “I am glad also.” Jo then continued to speak adding that she was glad they would be together for an eternity. This made Stefan smile deeply at her, “That makes two of us Josephine, my love.” His mind then drifted back to the day that Jo had asked him to turn her, so she too would live forever like he did and how he had said no. He had hated being apart from her, but now they would never be apart again and it was all thanks to Ryan giving her the ability to rapidly regenerate.

When Jo said she would stop teasing him for now, Stefan ran his hand through his hair and winked at her, “That would be advisable because I am finding it difficult to control this urge to...” He trailed off and as quick as anything was no longer lying on the bed but standing in front of Jo, with his arms around her waist and continued, “...Kiss you.” Then he did just that. Not a heavy full on passionate filled kiss, but definitely full of love and let it linger briefly and as he kissed her he allowed one of his hands to trail down from her waist and rested it on one of her buttocks. He then gently pulled away and playfully slapped her buttock and then pushed her toward the shower, “See, this is what you do to me. Now go, shower, now, before I join you.”

Soon enough Jo was back out and putting her sandals on and had then asked what their first stop was and after Stefan gave an explanation of where he thought they could go first, Jo spoke saying it sounded good and they should start off with the major landmarks. “That is what I was thinking.” He returned Jo’s smile with one of his own. Stefan had then added about taking swimwear and towels with them in case they found anywhere which allowed them to swim with dolphins, even if it ended up being some sort of sea life center, as he had seen many of them advertised. Jo had agreed on taking the swimwear but when Jo went into her suitcase to get her swimwear she soon spoke telling him she hadn’t packed her bikini thinking that they weren’t coming to a hot country. He just shook his head with a smile.

“It is fine Josephine, my love. I would suggest going skinny dipping, but I dare say some of the locals may have something to say about that one even if I would be happy enough with it. I am sure we might be able to find you a bikini or costume while we are out and then if we find somewhere, we can book it for one of our many other days.” Stefan replied in an understanding voice, he had gone many years without swimming with dolphins, what difference would a few days longer make. Stefan then stood up off the bed and looked at Jo, “So, are you ready to leave then?” Once she replied, he held his hand out for her to take and he began to lead her out of the hotel room and locked it and soon enough he had them both out the main door and right away the heat hit Stefan. Looking up at the sky he was so glad that he had this ring which allowed him to appear human, to think of the many vampires who could not see the day, it saddened him to think about it.

After Stefan commented that his dark side may have been tempted to come out if Jo had gone off to find an Australian guy he saw Jo shaking her head and grinning but then he had said he would be crazy to go on strike with Jo in his life. When she responded Stefan pulled her into the hug some more and just smiled warmly at her. It was a moment where no words were necessary to be spoken between them.

When Jo said she would stop teasing Stefan and he told her it would be advisable, he had then moved from the bed and stood in front of her using his excessive speed and wrapped his arms around her waist. He had continued his sentence and then kissed her. As he kissed her he could hear moan which led to Stefan murmuring a little also. His hand had then gone from her waist to her buttock and as he did this he heard Jo let out a slight gasp. This made him smile despite the fact he was kissing her. The feel of her body pressing up against his was turning him on and that’s when he knew he had to pull apart from her or nothing would get done that day. He had then playfully slapped her buttock and pushed her toward the shower, telling her to go before he joined her. He had to chuckle a little when her eyes flew open and then she playfully gasped at him and then he saw that cheeky grin of hers before she went into the bathroom.

After Jo told Stefan she had forgotten to pack her bikini not realising he may take her somewhere warm he had joked about skinny dipping and then added that they could pick her up a bikini or costume somewhere while they were out and book somewhere for one of their many other days there. Jo basically agreed to what he said adding they could go for a wander after seeing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Stefan smiled warmly, “Yes, and maybe we shall do a bit of shopping while we have that wander around.” Stefan added, assuming there may be a few tourist shops around where they could maybe buy some souvenirs of their trip away as well as finding somewhere to book a swim with the dolphins.

Once Stefan asked if Jo was ready to leave she nodded and he held his hand out for her to take and soon enough he had them both outside. Stefan’s eyes were still slightly sensitive to strong sun and daylight and as he saw Jo put her own sunglasses on, he too did the same thing. He could feel the different right away. He soon heard Jo speak and pointing to the right saying that she thought they should be heading that way. Stefan turned to look and nodded his head, “Yes I believe so.” Still holding Jo’s hand Stefan headed in the direction she had pointed. Stefan had been lucky to get them a room at a hotel which was fairly close to the Harbour Bridge and Opera House and as they continued to walk in its direction the Opera House soon came into view.



Even though they weren’t right beside it as yet, Stefan couldn’t help but say, “It looks amazing up close does it not?” Not that Stefan hadn’t been to Australia or saw the Opera House before, because he had, but it was the first time he had been with the woman he loved and wanted to spend the rest of eternity with and because he knew Jo hadn’t been before. He then continued to lead them the rest of the way toward the entrance of the Opera House. “I am wondering if there may be any shows on we may want to see while we are here. If there is, we could maybe book tickets for an evening next week or the week after, what do you think?” Stefan asked Jo as he smiled warmly at her.

{ooc - I was thinking that maybe Wicked would be playing on there? I know the links you gave me it's somewhere else, but just wanted to keep it easy for the thread. lol Also sorry it's not that big, you might not get much out of it. Need to get them doing more, talking more maybe? lol}

Stefan smiled warmly as Jo agreed to his suggestion about going shopping while they wandered around Sydney. He had been thinking about buying souvenirs to take home but when Jo added that she may be able to buy a bathing costume of some sort to do the swimming with dolphins, Stefan smiled all the more. “That is a very good idea Josephine, my love.” Now he just had to hope that they would find somewhere which done swimming with dolphins or he may find himself somewhat disappointed.

Soon enough Jo and Stefan had left the hotel and were walking in the general direction of Opera House and as it came into view Stefan realised he had forgotten just how big it was. Stefan had then commented about how amazing it looked up close and smiled brightly as Jo replied agreeing and adding that she couldn’t believe it and then saying she could considering what kind of things would be going on in the Opera House. Stefan nodded his head, “I can imagine that it makes a lot of money and brings in the crowds.” They then continued to head the rest of the way toward the entrance of the Opera House and Stefan began to wonder if there would be any shows playing they might want to go and see.

Stefan then mentioned what he had been thinking about to Jo, and when she replied, hugging into his arm he couldn’t help but give her a loving smile and then hugged her to him some more. “I was thinking the same thing myself Josephine, my love.” Stefan may have seen the Opera House before but he had never been inside it, he never had anyone to go see a show with when he was visiting Australia anytime before. “Although I would do anything and go anywhere as long as I was with you.” Stefan replied, his soppy romantic side slipping out of him, but really it would be awesome to see a show with Jo beside him.

Once they were inside he soon heard Jo speak about where they needed to look practically pulling him to the board she had seen. He couldn’t help but chuckle at the enthusiasm of Jo and loving every single bit of it. “Are you sure you still do not have your ability of strength?” He asked teasing Jo as he grinned slightly. Ever since Ryan had complimented him on his humour he had been trying it a lot more recently. Soon enough they were both standing in front of the board and reading what was on and what was coming on in the next week or so. Stefan was taking in many shows and musicals which they were showing but he didn’t want to suggest anything, leaving it up to Jo to see what she would prefer to see.

Then Jo began to point to one of the shows mentioned and began to speak saying that they were showing Wicked most of the following week, but the current week was some orchestra which Jo wasn’t really interested in. He bent down and kissed Jo briefly, pulling away and smiling at her, “I have always wanted to see that show. Yes, we shall go and get the tickets now shall we? That will be at the very least one thing for us to look forward to next week.” With that Stefan was the one doing the pulling as he took them further inside until he spotted the ticket booth. Putting his arm gently around Jo’s waist he then began to speak as there was nobody waiting in the queue.

“I would like to book two tickets for any day next week for the show Wicked please.” The lady behind the glass smiled at Stefan. “Certainly sir, one moment please.” She replied and then rattled the keys on her computer a few times and staring at her monitor for a few seconds until she finally spoke. “You are in luck, we have a few seats available for the following Wednesday, that will be November fourth. Would you like seats in the front, middle or back, or would you prefer one of the balcony seats?” The lady asked, Stefan wasn’t sure what to say and looked at Jo with a warm smile, “Which seats do you prefer Josephine, my love?” He asked and caught the lady putting her hand up to her chest briefly at how Stefan had spoken to Jo.

Once Jo replied, he turned back to the lady and booked the required seats and handed over his credit card to pay for them. A few moments later, Stefan had his card back along with the tickets for the following week and gave the lady a smile, “Thank you, madam.” He then walked Jo away from the ticket booth, “So, do you wish to take a look around more while we are inside, or do you want to head to the Bridge and get some photographs taken?” Stefan asked looking at Jo with love on his face as he waited for her to tell him what she wanted to do.