***Dek's POV***

These last two weeks have been amazing.

We have visited each island and embraced nature. We parasailed, hiked the nature trails, dove from cliffs. Broady talked us into climbing  a mountain. One day I rented jet skis and we had a blast.

We went zip lining and walked thru a volcano. We spent time kayaking, horseback riding and even went on an ocean cruise. We almost did a shark dive and chickened out. I value my life and didn't think it would be funny if I pissed my pants in the ocean.

The place is altogether gorgeous.

Yesterday we suffered thru the shopping trip we promised the girls. The good news is, they actually didn't find much to buy. Hawaii May be a dreamscape of beautiful beaches. But, the shopping experience is far better in L.A.

We spent more time tasting local dishes than actually shopping. However, that didn't stop the girls from weaving in and out of every store. It was exhausting. I ended promising the ladies a shopping trip in New York. The exchange was allowing us to go back to the vacation home early.

Today is our last day in paradise. We are catching a flight in the morning. Elik already restocked the liquor for the flight home.

We are going on a helicopter tour.

As we sit thru the safety course, I look around at my family and take in their excited features. They have been with me since I was a child, aside from Elik. I am so happy I have experienced this trip with them. They make my life more enriched.

Once we are seated in the helicopter, we strap in and each of our faces are glued to the windows. We circle Kohala Island and the view is breathtaking. Lush green forest covers the ground below. Waterfalls rush over the land. The ocean looks like blue glass under our feet.

You can make out the trails that separate the green earth. Valleys made their way thru the beautiful landscape as we flew far above nature. Each site was equally beautiful. However, the waterfalls were the most serene.

Once we exited the helicopter our group left. We went home to pack and change. We left for our last adventure on this vacation. We decided to spend our last night in Hawaii at Sky Waikiki Restaurant. It has a nightclub after dark. Then the largest attraction is the rooftop.

The place is ridiculously packed. We arrive at eight for dinner. Thank god for reservations. Dinner is a delicious array of surf and turf. Chance orders octopus and I can honestly say, it is disgusting. Yani is completely grossed out by it and proceeds to fake gag with each bite Chance devours.

After dinner we go to the Karaoke room and spend time watching the brave souls. Some are pretty good and others need their hearing checked. We drink lightly so we don't end up with a hangover for the plane.

Elik watches me carefully. I don't mind. After our first bar experience, I believe we are all a little cautious. Once we make it to the rooftop we are captivated by the bustling city below. The starry night sky rests above us and city lights twinkle as far as our eyes can see.

They serve posh drinks to us and we relax on the vibrant colored couches that hug the railings of the rooftop. We spend time enjoying the highlights of our trip and talking about our future endeavors. More trips are definitely in our foreseeable future.

Although our time in the beautiful paradise is coming to an end, no sadness can be manufactured. Elik and I had a perfect trip, sans the drugging of my drink. Cali and Cherry finally took sail on our ship. Broady and Zaya are still lost in the facade that they aren't a couple. Chance and Yani agree to test the dating waters, with one another.

We make our way towards the dance floor. I'm pulling Elik forward. I am itching to have his arms wrapped around me. The song South of The Border comes on by Ed Sheeran, Camilla Cabello and Cardi B. It's a totally perfect song for us to dance.

Our four couples are swaying and dancing. Yani is practically fucking Chance with her eyes. She rolls her body and dances in circles around his body, capturing his undivided attention. Cali decides to sing the part by Cardi B sending us all into a fit of laughter. Broady has his hands on Zaya, guiding her hips. They look like they are "not a couple".

Elik is a great dancer. His movements match my own and we dance in sync. His eyes are locked on mine and his hands are roaming my hips. He is a huge turn on. I lick my lips and smile seductively. He winks and my dick twitches.

When the music slows down, I'm eternally grateful. Elik pulls me closer and places his forehead against mine. His fingers are rubbing circles on my hips. My arms are wrapped around his shoulders, my fingers playing with the hair at the nape of his neck. We stare intently at one another and everything else becomes non existent.

I whisper "I love you."

Elik reciprocates and gently places his lips on my own. His full lips brush lightly against mine and I am in Heaven. I pull him in deeper and nibble his bottom lip. I groan into his mouth when he bites my lip harshly, snagging my lip ring. The tender flesh sends waves of lust directly to my lap.

My tongue enters his mouth and massages his tongue. Elik gets aggressive and we battle for dominance. Neither win while our tongues clash indecently. Elik slides his hands onto my face and delves deeply into my mouth. He consumes my breath and the kiss brings me into a dizzying tail spin.

Our dance becomes a series of kisses and grinding. I can feel his arousal pressed against me. When we separate I lay my head on his shoulder. He slides his arm around my waist and clutches my hand close to his heart. It's intimate and I want to never break apart.

The night is mostly spent on the dance floor. We embarrass Zaya when Cali takes a pick of Broady's tongue intertwined with Zaya's. The teasing commences and moves thru our crowd like fanned air. Not one couple was immune to the joking. We enjoy the banter.

We make it home after midnight and change into more comfortable attire. We pour champagne and meet on the patio for a night cap. The ocean is gently rocking against the shoreline. The sounds of the waves crashing against rocks in the distance creates a beautiful ambiance. The moonlight shines in radiant pearl against the water

"Dek this is seriously the best vacation ever. Thank you." Cali kisses my cheek before sitting in Cherry's lap.

"I'm just glad we spent it together." I agree.

"This place is so beautiful. I'm going to miss it." Zaya stares at the ocean.

"I'm sure this won't be our last time here." Elik offers comfort.

"Definitely." I smile.

"To wonderful friends and Dek's amazing parents. Thank you for being there for us and continuing to." Chance lifts his glass towards the air.

"To Mama and Daddy Jackson." Zaya whispers.

We clink our glasses and sip our champagne.

"I feel robbed that I never got to meet them." Elik confesses.

"You are." Cali confirms.

"They were the best people. The best parents I could have hoped for. They would have loved you so fucking hard." I kiss Elik softly.

"I owe them my life for giving me a chance at having you Dek." Elik declares.

"When are you meeting Elik's parents?" Cali asks.

I shrug.

"Whenever you would like. They are going to love you baby." Elik promises.

"Seriously Dek. Uncle Zayne and Aunt Maggie are going to gobble up your adorable self." Cali teases.

"The only gobbles will be coming from me." Elik laughs.

"Greedy." Broady jokes.

"Do you blame me?" Elik laughs.

"No." They all laugh as a blush stings my cheeks.

"Guys, Dek and I wanted to offer each of you a permanent home with us if you ever want it." Elik offers the thing we have talked about frequently.

"Awe, you guys are the best." Cherry squeals.

"Just show up with your bags." I promise.

"That actually sounds like a plan. Then we can always be together." Chance smirks.

"We are always together now." Broady rolls his eyes.

"I couldn't have asked for a better family." I announce.

"When we get back we have to go eat at my restaurant." I remind them.

"I completely forgot you owned one." Elik admits.

"Uncle Ian said it was The Palm downtown. I have never been there." I inform them.

"OMG are you fucking kidding me?" Cali looks like she's catching flies.

"I guess not." I shrug.

"Dek that place has amazing food. It stays packed." Cali explains.

"I think my parents were a silent owner. The staff runs the place and Uncle Ian has a private manager." I give them the information from my parent's portfolio.

"Ian did a lot for your parents." Elik states.

"Don't worry baby, I make sure he is heavily compensated." I assure.

Elik kisses my lips. "I'm glad you are not letting all this money change you."

"Dek is the perfect person to be rich. He is exactly the same person. He has a heart of gold." Chance winks and I jump up to hug his large form.

"We also have to take the boat out." I tell everyone.

"Shit, you have a boat too?" Broady grins.

"Apparently." I shrug.

"It's docked at Marina Del Ray." I explain.

"I can't wait." Chance says.

We say good nite. Elik leads me to our room. We undress and lay in bed together. Elik's arms are wrapped around me, his fingers laced with my own. His warmth seeps into my back and relaxes me.

"I love you so much Dek." Elik says gently and with so much emotion it settles in my soul.

"I'm so in love with you Elik. Thank you for being my everything." I whisper.

"Every day I fall harder. I just can't imagine a better life than this." Elik confesses.

"I get that. It's like every new thing I learn about you latches onto me and pulls me closer to you." I say.

"Exactly." Elik kisses my shoulder and snuggles impossibly closer.

"Holding you against my heart is my favorite." Elik kisses my neck.

"It's a good thing your arms are my favorite place in the world." I squeeze his hands and arms tighter.

"Goodnight my beautiful angel." Elik whispers.

"Goodnight my love." I close my eyes and slip into a peaceful sleep.

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"Home." I jump out of the car and hug my front door dramatically.

"You are ridiculous." Zaya laughs.

"Hawaii is awesome, but L.A. is home." I stick my tongue out at her.

"Yeah I get that." Zaya hugs me from behind.

I spin around and pick her up, throwing her over my shoulder and running thru the kitchen.

"Put me down you cave man." Zaya squeals.

I pass her off to Broady and ruffle her hair.

"Thanks Bro." Broady takes her outside and throws her in the pool.

We laugh hysterically as she thrashes in the water cussing like a sailor.

"You aren't getting sex." Zaya screams.

All of us look at Zaya and smirk.

"Thought you guys weren't a couple." Cali jeers.

"We aren't." Broady shrugs.

"Yeah, and I'm straight." Cali laughs.

"Just confess already you lying ass Pinocchio." Chance urges.

"Fine. Jesus you people are nosey." Zaya groans.

"That's $100 bucks Elik. Pay up." Cali uses grabby hands as she grins widely.

"You made a bet with the devil?" I question.

"Well, there is a stipulation." Elik reminds Cali.

"When do you guys make it official?" Elik asks Zaya.

"During the kiss at Sky." Broady smirks.

Elik hands Cali a Benjamin and we all laugh.

"Could have waited til we landed in L.A." Elik groans playfully.

"Sorry Bro. I wanted sex." Broady laughs.

"Shut up asshat." Zaya giggles while swimming in her clothes.

"Let's toss everyone in." I whisper to Chance.

He fist bumps me.

I pick up Cali and toss her in the pool. Chance throws himself and Yani in the pool. Broady falls in with Cherry. Elik tosses me over his shoulder and we fall in together.

"I was supposed to throw you." I whine.

Elik kisses me. "I'm sorry baby." He coos while pushing my hair out of my face.

"It's good to be home." I shout into the air.