The Greatest Show
“You don't need everyone to love you, just a few good people” Part 2
In this series all chapters are based on each song and quotes from ‘The Greatest Showman’
Characters belong to Pixelberry except MC - Amber Smith-Beaumont and Brett Parker
Warnings: Swearing, Riam smut, Dramber Smut, GBH.
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Cordonia
Maxwell and Bertrand returned to the palace, they both immediately headed to Ambers room. It seemed unusually quiet to say that everyone needed to prepare for the regatta.
Knocking on the door, there was no response. Opening the door slowly- they saw their sister still fully clothed, curled up on the end of the bed.
“Ambs? Blossom?”
“Go away Max. Please.” She whimpered.
“Amber get up now! Us Beaumont siblings have a regatta to win- the three of us.”
“Bertrand?” Sitting up, her make up was smudged- Maxwell looked at her concerned. Assuming it was something to do with Brett he was ready to kill him.
“What happened at the ball? All you okay?”
“Brett hired a private detective. I’m due to meet him soon in fact. That’s all that happened.”
“Amber don’t lie. What’s Drake done?” Maxwell and Amber looked at Bertrand, knowing he could see straight through her.
“Bertrand, he must have overheard me on the phone to Riley. I told her I was going back sooner rather than later. I meant that I was going back to pack my belongings to move here, to be with my brothers and Drake. But he left me, told me to take care of myself after telling me he knew it wouldn’t last.”
“Drake is sometimes like that, he’s always been popular with the women. Always been guarded. But Amber, believe me I say this, I’ve never seen him smile before as much as he does when he’s around you. He told me he was falling in love with you in Lythikos.”
“He’s got a funny way of showing it. I thought he was the one. Liam fucked Riley by the way, and Olivia is fucking Leo.” The brothers eyes both widened, both gobsmacked by what she had just informed them about. “Anyway, I better go and meet Damien. I’ll meet you both at the regatta. Team Beaumont!”
*****
Damien was waiting for Amber at the bottom of the grand staircase. As she walked down, he held his hand out to her as she got closer to him.
“So, it’s just you and I today. Bastien has gone to New York with Liam.”
“What? Why? Because of Brett?”
“No. Riley.”
“Is she okay? He hasn’t hurt her has he?”
“Well that depends on how rough Liam is in the sack.”
“Excuse me?”
“They found Riley. Bastien informed me that he took her back to his penthouse. They also had a run in with Brett. Liam and Bastien sorted him out. I don’t think he will bother any of you again.”
“You... you don’t know him...he’s dangerous.”
“Amber, calm down. You have your family and Drake here. By the sounds of it Riley has Liam. So I’ve been thinking, if I go and meet Brett- explain that I couldn’t find you then he will possibly back off.”
“Until he hires someone else... I’m always going to be looking over my shoulder. I don’t mind him hurting me, but he beat Daniel up- made Riley miscarry, all because they were supporting me.”
“I’m the best PI in New York. If I can’t find a ‘missing person’ ... they are technically missing. When are you going back?”
“After the coronation ball, I need to go back to get my puppy, my things. I was born in Cordonia, this is my home.”
“I will go back to New York, when you return- let me know. I’ll help you pack. And I will bring you back.”
“Thank you. So much!” Amber hugged him tightly. She was grateful for this genuine stranger being on her side.
“Look after yourself Amber.”
*****
Arriving at the regatta, all hell was breaking loose. Amber now wishing she was on a plane back to New York with Damien. Bertrand noticed her arrive and pulled her on to the boat that they would be racing on.
“What’s happening?”
“Do you know where Liam is?”
“Yes. Damien told me he’s in New York, fucking Riley. Why?”
“Don’t speak like that Amber, you are a lady. When is he coming back? King Constantine isn’t thrilled that the crown prince has gone awol. He could expect this from Leo. But not Liam. After the race, we need to contact Riley.” Amber nodded. “Right let’s win this race. We are Beaumont’s. It will restore our house’s reputation. You are going to have to pull your weight. You won’t be acting like Lady muck like Olivia.” Amber shrugged her shoulders, turning around Maxwell bounded up towards her.
“Hey Ambs. Are you ready to race?”
“Ready yes. Do I want to race? No!”
“Us Beaumont’s are gonna smash it, along with Drakes help.” Drakes here. Shit.
“What’s he doing here?”
“Just talk to him Ambs. He feels shit about leaving you last night.”
Before they set off to the regatta, the two brothers decided to pay Drake a visit- they were protective over Amber anyway, but now she was their sister the two of them had become immediately more protective.
“Good morning Drake, may we come in?” Drake sighed and allowed them both in.
“What do you want Bertrand? Shouldn’t you be preparing for the regatta?”
“How could you do that to Amber? You told me you was falling in love with her. I thought we were friends Drake. Friends don’t hurt their friends sisters.”
“Max she’s going back to New York. I wish I didn’t fall in love with her instantly. Because now she’s leaving me, leaving us. I’ve had plenty of girls in the past, but never felt anything towards them. I believed she was the one.”
“She’s going back to New York to collect her things to move here- to be with you. When we came to the palace this morning she was still in her clothes from the previous night, she looked like a panda because her mascara had smudged.”
“She’s staying in Cordonia?”
“Yes. Maybe if you spoke to her, she would have explained that. She’s stubborn, she will not make the first move. If you don’t want to lose her, you’ll have to speak to her first.”
“What if I’ve already lost her? I know I haven’t known her that long but I love your sister. She’s too good for me. What does she see in me? She probably won’t even talk to me. Why am I such a dickhead?”
“Drake I know you and I aren’t close. But if you feel that way, don’t let her go.” Bertrand thought back to how he let the love of his life disappear in a flash all because he was too stubborn to let her know how he truly felt.
“Hey.” Drake said hesitantly, knowing Amber was upset with him.
“Walker.” Knowing how stern her tone of voice was towards him, he wanted so desperately for her to forgive him even if that meant for him to beg for forgiveness.
“Amber... please talk to me. I’m so sorry. I don’t want to ever lose you. I panicked. I couldn’t bear the thought of you returning to New York.”
“I was going back to get my shit Drake. So I could... I don’t know... it doesn’t matter now.” Pulling her into his embrace, he wished that they didn’t have to race- instead he wished he could whisk her away, prove how much he loved her. Amber pushed him away, focusing her gaze to the floor- now not knowing if they would work with the lack of communication.
“Come on you two! We need to win this.” The race began, and between the four of them the took a head start- Bertrand bossing them around gave them the encouragement to think positive about winning.
“The winds changed.”
“Adjusting sails.” Drake and Maxwell together fixed the angle of the sails, before Maxwell threw Amber a rope asking her to tie it down. Following her brother’s instructions, she admired the bow she had tied- memories from her childhood flashing in front of her.
“We’re coming in too fast! Brace yourself.” The boat made a sharp turn to the right- Amber was still in a daze, Drake noticed that she wasn’t holding on- jumping over Maxwell who was crouched on the floor, he caught Amber just in time.
“Did you not hear me?”
“Sorry, I was thinking about my childhood. Thank you for being there for me.” Maxwell and Bertrand noticed the two of them staring into each other’s eyes, knowing they we’re almost at the finishing line the two brothers decided to continue finishing the race.
“I’ll always be here for you. Always. I love you Amber.”
“You do?” Needing reassurance, he held on to her- before placing a kiss onto her lips.
“I do love you. I meant what I said when I said I’d take you on a date once this is all over.”
“I love you too Drake. I missed you last night.”
“I’m sorry. I missed you too. How about I take you on that date after the race? They usually go to a beach party, but we could sneak away.”
“I’d love to go on an impromptu date with you.” Unable to stop kissing each other, they wasn’t aware that they was close to the finishing line- until Maxwell played cockblocker. “Guys Connie will be watching. Be careful.”
“Max he already knows about us.”
“Okay, well everyone else does too, but you know what the press are like. They are already having a field day with Liam disappearing.”
*****
Arriving at the beach, Drake whisked Amber away to a secluded cove once she arrived with the brothers- the scenery surrounding them was quaint, romantic.
“Hey, are you going to tell me what’s in the bag?” Drake smirked at her, laying on the beach- he gestured for her to join him.
“So... because this was very impromptu... whilst Maxwell distracted you after the race- I quickly went back to the palace and asked them to prepare me some food.”
“How did you manage that? Isn’t the food at the beach party acceptable enough?”
“Yes, but I thought you may be feeling a bit homesick... so I ordered a classic Americana bbq- pulled pork, chicken kebabs, brisket, ribs etc. And you can’t forget the classic sloppy joe!” He explained with the biggest grin on his face.
“Drake, I love sloppy joes. They were basically all I ate through middle school. Oh my god. You are incredible. You thought about me. No ones ever done that before.” Jumping on to him, she kissed him without breathing for air- feeling grateful for this man who she barely knew thinking about her and only her. He was selfless.
“It’s just a bbq Amber, no need to suffocate me.”
“I’m sorry! I can’t believe you’ve done all this for me.”
“Tuck in, before the others- or should I say Maxwell sniffs it out. You deserve to be spoilt.”
“You’re such a marshmallow.”
“Only for you. You don't need everyone to love you, just a few good people. Just me.” Blowing him a kiss, he over dramatically caught it- before they both tucked in to the food. Licking her lips, she had to admit the boy did good, she wasn’t homesick at all but it was nice to have a taste of America. Seeing Drake engrossed in the food, a mischievous smirk appeared on her face. Placing a bit of sloppy joes on a spoon, she flicked it in his direction- making it land on directly on Drake’s face. “Hey!” Drake spat her, looking at her biting her bottom lip- he shook his head.
“Hey... you look pretty saucy there Walker.” She said in a seductive manner. “I’ll get you back for that Beaumont!”
“I’d like to see ya try! How many times, my name is Smith-Beaumont!” Jumping up, she stripped her bikini cover off- and headed towards the sea. Drake’s heart began to pound that loud, that even Amber who wasn’t near him could possibly still hear it. “Come on Walker, what’s keeping ya?” She shouted whilst strutting her hips, he swallowed hard as he continued to stare at her from a distance. Removing his clothes, he ran into the sea after her. “What took you so long?”
“I was distracted by a gorgeous lady in front of me.” Splashing the salty water into his face, a slight smile tugging on her lips. Picking her up, she wrapped her legs around him- holding that position, they both stared longingly at each other. Pressing her lips onto his in a soft yet lingering kiss, they parted- both their hearts beating ten to the dozen. Removing her wet loose hair to the side, he placed kisses around her neck, moving slowly towards her shoulder, before returning to her lips creating a passionate kiss. She let out little whimpers of anticipation, whilst throwing her head back.
One of Ambers hands worked its way around- feeling each crevasse, each line along his perfect manly physique. Whilst her other hand held onto his shoulder tightly for support. “Amber, I want you so bad.”
“In the sea?” Drake nodded, releasing her legs from his waist- she stood up, her hand reaching down already feeling the erection. “I can tell you want me, do you want me to rub him? Or is that teasing you?”
“Let me see to you first.” Drake moved Amber’s bikini to the side, moving his thumb in a tantalising rhythm along her clit- she lift one leg up resting it on his hip. Every movement he made increased Ambers arousal- pushing her over the edge. He slid his middle finger into her and continued rubbing her clit with his forefinger. Increasing the amount of fingers, he continued pumping her hard- hitting that spot- she couldn’t keep her moans quiet. “Drake! God. Don’t stop. Please.”
“You enjoying that baby?”
“Yes... I enjoy you... Do you believe in love at first sight?”
“What?”
“Just answer the god damn question Drake! Don’t stop though!” Following her instructions, he continued pleasing her.
“I never believed it until I met you. My whole life I thought I was going to be running away from everyone... everything. But now I know I was running towards you. I love you. No matter what may try to keep us apart, we will always find each other. I want you to be mine. Will you be mine Amber?” Amber removed his hand from her, and placed her leg back on the seabed.
“Are you asking me out Drake Walker?” Holding her hand, he guided her to the edge of the beach- laying down he pulled her on top of him. “Yes, I am. So what do you say? Be mine?”
“Are you going to look after me? Protect me? Love me?”
“Of course I am.” Fucking Brett has made her lose trust in all men. I’m going to kill him if I ever see him.
“Good. Because I now have two very protective brothers.”
“Is that a yes?” His eyes searched hers, they were full of desire and hope.
“It’s big fat yes!” Caressing her cheeks, he rubbed his thumb along her jawline. Rolling her off him, and onto her back- he hovered over her, placing gentle kisses on each part of her body. Amber held her hand towards his cock, hoping to give him that bit of pleasure that he had given her- shaking his head he refused- making Amber provide him with a perplexed expression. “Today is about you, I needed to make it up to you Amber. I’m now going to make love to my beautiful girlfriend.”
“That sounds so surreal.”
Removing her bikini bottoms one hand held on to them, whilst his other hand roamed up along her thigh before teasingly rubbing his cock gently against her entrance- seeing Amber raise her eyebrows- he smirked before entering her slowly. After the first few thrusts he decided to decrease the speed of his movements, knowing their was a possibility that he would prematurely climax. He wanted her to reach her climax at least once more- possibly ride out her high with him. Now they were officially a couple, his fantasies about their sex life was roaming through his mind. Remembering how he masturbated over her after meeting her.
With every movement increasing, every whimper Amber released was now becoming louder- Drake was grateful for the sound of the crashing waves overpowering her voice. As soon as her body began to jerk in response to her climaxing again, Drake found himself astoundingly moved. He knew he was close himself, but he wished he could hold off a bit longer- regretting that Amber made him feel this way that he would finish so quickly. Feeling the abrupt rush of his seed, racing through him, he raised Ambers hips slightly- holding on to them, he fixed his concentration onto her as he let out a low growl. Amber felt the warmth of his climax, both breathing heavy- she forced his lips onto hers. Pulling out, he kissed her on the forehead and returned her bikini bottoms to her. Immediately assisting Amber to stand up, he pulled her towards him kissing her on the lips, he had never had an addiction before- most people would say he was addicted to whiskey- but right now in his life Amber was his addiction, his drug- and he couldn’t get enough of her.
“Come on, let’s go back in the sea and ‘clean ourselves up’.. so your room or my room tonight?” Holding his hand, Amber felt the happiest she had done in years. Walking further into the sea away from the beach- they held on to each other. “Your room Walker, lets christen your bed- ‘Netflix and chill’ for our second official date.”
“What is it with you and ‘Netflix and chill’?” Amber shrugged her shoulders. “You do know if you hurt me I have two protective older brothers. They were protective as cousins so imagine what they would do now we know they are my brothers.” Drake gulped, knowing he would never hurt her- those words did make him wonder what they would do.
*****
“Put each other down will ya!” Leo shouted from a distance seeing Amber and Drake frolicking in the sea. “You wouldn’t want to cause a scandal in front of the press.” Leo winked at the two of them as they walked out of the sea hand in hand. Maxwell joined Leo, happy to see that the couple had sorted their brief argument out. Drake wrapped a towel around Amber, towel drying her. Leo pretended to regurgitate witnessing the twos PDA. Amber raised her eyebrows towards the prince.
“Leo, what’s up are you jealous that Olivia isn’t here?”
“I don’t know what you are referring to Lady Amber.”
“Cut the shit! Drake came to your room last night to explain that Liam wouldn’t be attending today. He heard the two of you.”
“It’s not the worse thing I’ve done. We are in Cordonia, there’s a typical marriage arrangement as you’ll be aware of. She’s aware of Riley and Liam’s relationship. So Liam isn’t exactly innocent either.”
“Ambs just leave it. But what do you mean it’s not the worse thing you’ve done?” Max wanted to calm the situation down- but was still intrigued as to what the prince was referring to.
“Years ago, I ran away - as I always used to. I ended up in Vegas. I managed to gamble, drink and have a one night stand before Bastien located my whereabouts.”
“Typical playboy prince, I bet you don’t even remember her or her name for that matter?”
“Actually Walker, I remember it all considering all the booze we had. Her name was Marie.” Amber froze. Needing to remove herself from the situation, she kissed Drake on the cheek explaining they should get back to the beach party. Turning to Leo, she knew she had to keep a stoic expression.
“What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas huh Leo?”
