JENNA'S AWAKENING
Second Edition
By
Missy Redstone
Other Books by Missy Redstone
Jenna’s Closure (Book Two)
Jenna’s Future (Book Three)
Hidden Perception
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Copyright © 2014, 2015 Missy Redstone
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This is a work of fiction. The characters and events described in this book are imaginary. Any resemblance it bears to actual persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.
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ISBN-10: 1499765231
ISBN-13: 978-1499765236
Dedication
I dedicate this book to my wife who has been by my side offering support and guidance since the day we met. She is my biggest inspiration and pushes me to the limits. Her encouragement and support have been priceless in my journey of writing this novel.
Contents
Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Chapter Three
Chapter Four
Chapter Five
Chapter Six
Chapter Seven
Chapter Eight
Chapter Nine
Chapter Ten
Chapter Eleven
Chapter Twelve
Chapter Thirteen
Chapter Fourteen
Chapter Fifteen
Chapter Sixteen
Chapter Seventeen
Chapter Eighteen
Chapter Nineteen
Chapter One
Kris jumped when she heard the metal rings of the curtain slide open as the doctor appeared. She looked up and smiled at the stranger. She was good at remembering names and faces, but she couldn’t recall ever having met this woman before. Kris was sure she would’ve remembered her if she had ever been introduced. The doctor was beautiful. She studied the doctor’s long dark hair, emerald-colored eyes, and thin physique.
“Hi, Ms. Fletcher, I’m Dr. Harper,” Jenna said as she placed the chart down on the stand beside the hospital bed where Kris was sitting.
Kris was even more drawn to Jenna when she heard her southern accent. Yes, she definitely knew this was a face she’d never forget. She glanced down at the black name tag that read Jenna Harper, M.D., clipped to the white coat that was hindering Kris from completing the mental picture she was taking. She blushed and bit her lip as she commanded herself to stop gazing.
“You can call me Kris.”
“Okay, Kris, it says on your chart that you cut your finger.” Jenna reached for a pair of gloves. “Let me take a look at it, and I will get you fixed right up and out of here as quick as I can. I hope you didn’t have to wait too long.”
Kris flashed a nervous smile and held out her hand to Jenna who was sitting on the rolling stool in front of her.
Kris tried to compose herself. “I feel silly. I was chopping bell peppers for the salad I was making to go along with dinner. A text came through on my phone. I turned my head to read it, and I guess the knife was closer than I thought. I should’ve paid more attention.”
“Well, it’s small, but it’s deep. You’re going to need stitches.”
“Really? That sounds painful. I’m not a fan of needles, especially ones with threads attached to them going through my skin.”
“I’m afraid so, but we’ll numb it first and clean it. You’ll hardly feel a thing.”
Kris tried to control it, but the longer she had to be in the same room with this gorgeous doctor, the faster her heart raced like it was going to leap out of her chest. Her face was still flushed. The only thing that could stop Kris from staring into Jenna’s eyes was watching Jenna’s lips as she spoke. She noticed Jenna wasn’t wearing any makeup. Makeup would be a waste as far as she was concerned. Jenna was perfect without any.
Jenna looked up at her. “Are you feeling okay? You’re looking a little flushed. Let me know if you feel like you need to lie down.”
“I’m fine. Just thinking about the needle. Are you sure you can’t use glue or something?”
“It’s too deep for that and with the area it’s in, it wouldn’t hold.” Jenna moved in closer to examine Kris's finger better. “Any numbness or weakness in the finger?”
“No.”
“Good. I’m going to apply pressure on the end of your finger and you try to resist.”
“Okay.” Oh, I’m already trying my best to resist. Kris thought her heart was going to explode, it was pounding so hard now. She had no idea what Jenna was doing and she didn’t care. She was close enough for Kris to smell her perfume.
“Great job. No nerve damage and no lacerated tendon. Still doing okay? I’ve seen tough guys pass out when it comes to needles and stitches.”
“I’m still good, Doc.” As Jenna looked up a strand of her long hair fell across her face. Kris almost brushed the stray hair back out of instinct, but Jenna had looked back before noticing Kris's other hand moving towards her face. She was falling hard for this woman she just met. She had never felt this way after just meeting someone. What was it about Jenna that made her feel this way? Her heart was thumping fast, she felt warm and tingly all over, and she was completely unaware of her surroundings. She didn’t feel any pain at all and completely tuned out everything around her. At one point Kris's knee brushed against Jenna’s leg, and it sent a warm tingling sensation up Kris's spine.
“Okay. All done. The stitches need to come out in seven to ten days. You can come back to the ER or go to your doctor to get the stitches removed.”
Kris smiled wide knowing this would mean she’d see Jenna again. “I guess I’ll see you in about a week then.”
“Actually, today was an exception. I don’t cover the ER. I’m a cardiothoracic surgeon. My patient load was pretty nonexistent today, but the ER was extremely busy and short on staff, so I pitched in to help.”
Kris's heart sank. She had to see Jenna again somehow. Her mind raced as Jenna made notes on her chart. She thought she had found the perfect solution. “I noticed your southern accent, did you move here recently?”
Jenna flashed a shy smile. “I moved here in July, so I’ve been here about a month. I’m filling in for another surgeon who is out on medical leave.”
Kris seized the opportunity. “I don’t mean to pry, but I’m a realtor and I can help you find a place to buy or rent if you’re looking.”
“I’m hoping the hospital will find a permanent position for me. Right now, I’m not sure how long I’ll be staying in town. I’m renting a small upstairs apartment from an elderly woman in the heart of downtown. I wouldn’t mind exploring my options in case my stay does become permanent.”
Kris was excited she’d get the opportunity to see Jenna again, but at the same time was saddened by the thought Jenna could leave town in a few months.
“Thanks for taking such good care of me.” She took out one of her business cards and wrote her personal cell phone number and a message to call anytime. “Here’s my card. My cell phone number is on the back.” She handed the card to Jenna. “Please don’t hesitate to call when you’re ready to look at a few places. I look forward to hearing from you soon, Dr. Harper.”
“Thanks, Kris. Please, call me Jenna.” Jenna flipp
ed the card over and looked at the number Kris had written. “I’ll definitely keep in touch. In the meantime, take care of yourself and no more visits to the ER.”
Chapter Two
Kris couldn’t wait to tell her friends about her new crush. She felt like a schoolgirl all over again. Since she ruined dinner with the trip to the ER, she called some of her buddies to chat about what had just happened.
Kris and her friends converged on their usual downtown hangout.
“What happened to your hand?” Kris’s best friend, Allie, asked. They had been best friends since high school and had no secrets.
“I had to get stitches,” Kris answered in a casual voice.
“Could you be a little more specific?” Jay asked. Jay was another realtor Kris had met five years ago while closing on a home. They connected and had been friends ever since.
“Remember that text with the pics you sent me about which tie to purchase to go with your new suit?” Kris asked Jay.
He nodded. “Yes, you know how I have no idea about that stuff when it comes to fashion.”
“Well, you sent it while I had a knife in my hand preparing dinner.” She held up her hand. “And this happened, so I blame you, Jay.”
Allie smirked. “You just had to ask, didn’t you? Feel better?”
“I’m sorry, Kris. It wasn’t urgent. You should’ve finished what you were doing first.”
Erin and Liz arrived and sat down across from Kris. They were her neighbors, a married lesbian couple. She met them two years ago when she moved into the house she is currently renting.
“What happened to your hand?” Erin asked.
“Jay made Kris cut herself all because of a tie,” Allie said. She punched Jay’s shoulder.
“That wasn’t very nice,” Liz said.
Kris shook her head. “It wasn’t technically his fault. He sent a text while I was cutting vegetables and I cut myself.”
Kris leaned in towards the group, and she flashed a wide mischievous grin. “While I was in the ER,” she stopped for a long dramatic pause, “I met my future soul mate.”
Everyone rolled their eyes and laughed. Kris had never used the term soul mate before. Kris had never experienced true love before, so to her it didn’t exist. Yet, she was asking her friends to believe she had met her soul mate, her true love, a few minutes ago.
Allie leaned back in her chair and crossed her arms. “Your soul mate? You’re always giving Erin and Liz a hard time about using mushy words with each other. Where’s your new girlfriend at now?”
“She’s a surgeon and she’s probably still at the hospital,” Kris answered. “Also, she’s not really my girlfriend…yet.”
“What’s her name?” Erin asked.
“What does she look like?” Jay asked.
“Her name is Dr. Jenna Harper, and she’s the most beautiful woman I have ever laid eyes on.”
“Did you even ask her out on a date?” asked Allie.
“No, I gave her my business card and cell phone number though.”
“What?” they all said in unison.
“She’s in town temporarily, but it may become permanent. I’m hoping she calls me to check out houses around town.”
“You may not want to schedule the U-Haul yet,” Liz chimed in.
“That doesn’t sound like a real date to me,” Allie said. “I’ve never heard you talk so seriously about someone before. You need to slow down. I’d hate to see you get hurt.”
A look of concern came over Kris's face. Jenna hadn’t sent out any clues about whether the attraction was mutual or not. This woman she had just met was already sending her emotions on a roller coaster ride, up and down, up and down. She knew Jenna didn’t have a wedding band, and never once heard Jenna mention we, so she was sure she was single...but would she be available for her.
Chapter Three
The days came and went and Kris hadn’t heard from Jenna. It was a Friday night and she was alone, bored, and depressed. Everyone loved the weekends, but not her. Being a realtor meant she had to work the weekends sometimes, which was okay with her since she had no one to spend them with.
Kris laid down on the couch and listened to the rain as it hit the metal roof above her. She found the sound of the raindrops soothing and relaxing. She closed her eyes and drifted off to sleep thinking about Jenna.
There was a knock at the door. She looked through the peephole and found Jenna standing on the porch. She opened the door quick, pulling Jenna inside. Her soaked clothes clung to every seductive curve of her body. Her hair was wet with wild strands framing her beautiful face.
Kris didn’t understand why Jenna was standing in her house drenching wet. “You have to get out of those wet clothes before you get sick. How did you know where I live?”
“Your address was in your file at the hospital. I saw it when I looked through your chart. Anyway, I got caught in the rain and I remembered you live nearby.” Jenna lowered her head and turned to the side. She rubbed her arms against her shivering thighs. “I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have dropped by like this. The rain is slowing down now. I should go.” Jenna turned and reached for the doorknob.
Kris reached out and placed her hand on top of Jenna’s and stepped between her and the door to block her from leaving. “No, don’t go. Please, stay. It’s still raining.”
“No, I should go. I’m dripping and I’m getting your floor wet.” Jenna’s hand was still on the knob underneath Kris's hand.
Kris tightened her fingers around Jenna’s hand. “It’s okay, it’s just tile right here. Stay, and I’ll take you home when the rain stops.”
“Okay, if you insist,” Jenna said. She slid her hand out from underneath Kris's and stepped closer towards her.
Pinned between the door and Jenna, Kris didn’t try to move. Her pulse quickened as Jenna inched closer. She swallowed hard and didn’t dare to blink. She gasped as she felt Jenna press her body against her. The moisture from Jenna’s wet clothes permeated through her own. Jenna’s lips grazed her neck underneath her jaw, and she leaned her head back hitting the door. She wrapped her hands around Jenna’s waist and pulled her hard against her. The sensation of her heart beating loud in her ears muffled the sound of the rain.
Kris wanted Jenna bad. She ran her hand up Jenna’s back and placed it behind Jenna’s head. She pulled her in for a kiss, but Jenna’s lips lingered in front of hers. Jenna’s forehead rested against hers. Jenna slid two fingers into the waistline of her jeans pulling her even closer. She looked into Jenna’s eyes and couldn’t take it anymore, she had to have Jenna now.
Kris pushed Jenna against the adjacent wall and kissed her hard, drawing the breath out of her lungs. She looked down and started unfastening the top buttons on Jenna’s shirt. Jenna tried to kiss her again, but she continued until she reached the last button. She unbuttoned Jenna’s jeans and was working on the zipper when Jenna pushed her hands away. Jenna grabbed the bottom of Kris's shirt and pulled it up over Kris's head. She kissed Jenna again with her tongue pushing past Jenna’s lips. It felt like there was steam rising from Jenna’s breasts from the cool water evaporating off of her hot skin. Her desire for Jenna was insatiable.
Kris didn’t realize Jenna had unbuckled her jeans until she felt her hand slowly slide inside them. She moaned softly against Jenna’s neck. Suddenly, she heard what sounded like the doorbell and she jumped, which in turn caused her to wake up.
Kris awakened out of breath with her hand in her pants. It wasn’t a doorbell she had heard, it was her cell phone. She picked it up, but didn’t recognize the number.
“Hello?” Kris said. She tried to catch her breath.
“Hi, Kris, this is Jenna. Is this a bad time? You sound out of breath.”
“Oh, Jenna. No, no, I was just exercising. It’s nice to hear from you.” It had been a week and Kris had almost given up hope she’d ever hear from Jenna again. When she heard Jenna’s voice, she eagerly hopped back on the roller coaster of unrequited love again.
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“How’s my favorite patient?”
Kris laughed. “I bet you say that to all your patients.”
“Well, none of my other patients give me their number and tell me to call. Are you available this weekend to take me around to look at a few places?”
Kris pumped her fist in the air and tried to contain her excitement. You bet I’m available. “I would love to. I’m free this weekend, and I’m all yours. I’ll have my assistant set up a few appointments tomorrow morning.”
“Thanks. That sounds great. Should I meet you at the address on your card?”
“No, how about I meet you outside of your place. Where are you staying?”
“I’m renting an apartment at three twenty State Street.”
“Okay, does nine o’clock tomorrow morning sound okay?”
“That’s perfect. I’ll meet you outside. Thanks again.”
“No worries.”
“Okay, then, have a good night.” Jenna said.
“You too. Goodbye.”
“Bye.”
Kris heard the phone click, and she knew she wouldn’t get any sleep that night.
***
Kris met Jenna Saturday morning outside of Jenna’s place. She almost didn’t recognize her without her white coat on from the hospital. Jenna was wearing a pair of faded low-rise blue jeans that hugged her curves in all the right places. Her simple white v-neck T-shirt exposed her thin graceful neck making Kris want to caress it with her lips. Her clothes weren’t tight, but fit almost as if they were made just for her. Her hair was down, and it was even more beautiful in the sunlight than she had remembered. She smiled as she had a flashback to her dream the night before.
“Good morning,” Kris said.
“Good morning. I hope it wasn’t too much trouble to meet me here.”
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