Living and Existing

Rating:R

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AN: Avid Reader extremely rare author. Just couldn't get this out of my head. Alternative last part of series 3. No mad obsession over Sam Tyler etc. Enjoy. Anyone interested in Betaing future Chapters let me know.

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"I am Gene Hunt, DCI Gene Hunt, sheriff of my domain, rough, tough and ...ugh I look like a twat".Gene examined himself in the mirror trying to compose himself, but only succeeding in feeling a fool.

He stood in a three piece suit finished with a bow tie, not his usual choice of clothing. But tonight was different, tonight he hoped would be his last first date, tonight he was taking Bollinger Knickers herself to dinner.

Continuing his conversation with himself Gene exclaimed "Right, lets get this show on the road!" while grabbing his car keys and swinging them around his index finger.

His journey to Luigi's was swift as ever, but unlike most evenings tonight he would not be partaking in the little Italian's experimental cuisine. Tonight he and Alex were heading to the west end for something hopefully more palatable. He couldn't wait to see her, he had envisioned her in every possible outfit since 3pm yesterday when she suggested the date, and every possibility from boiler suit to corset left him with a serious problem in the trouser department.

Just as Gene shoved open his door and uncurled himself from the drivers seat Alex emerged from the street door of her flat. As his eyes drank her in Gene was momentarily relieved there was a shiny red car between them. She truly was a goddess. Hair in a side parting and slicked down. Smoky, sexy eyes on a perfect face and one helluva dress. Emerald green, it looked like it was made of liquid the way it moved over every curve, low at the neck and down to her ankles except for one killer split straight up her right leg stopping mere inches from her hip bone. Gene briefly wondered how he could eat his dinner if he were sitting on his hands, for that would surely be the only way he could stop them from exploring that split. He quickly shook away the following images of her slowing feeding him as it only heightened his discomfort.

As she emerged Alex swallowed the nerves of the last few days and prayed for the reaction she needed. She was not disappointed. As Gene looked her up and down his face went from shocked to dumbfounded to unmistakably aroused, ending with that cocky smirk she loved so much. Perfect. Confidence restored she started towards the car making sure to add an extra wiggle to her step.

Settling into her seat Alex was amused to find that Gene still had not moved. Leaning over his seat she called out to him through the open door. " When you're ready Guv!".

Snapping out of his temporary black out Gene stepped back and got into the car with a swagger. "Let's get going then Bolly, I guess I'll soon find out how posh your knickers are cos if you walk the right way half of London will know."

"That's assuming I'm wearing any at all isn't it" Alex's smirk was unmistakable as Genes disappeared with a slight groan. "Best get going before you ruddy kill me then." With that Gene revved the engine and took off across London.

The journey was silent but for the occasional bark at other drivers and traffic lights, and Alex's sharp intake of breath that followed a couple of near misses.

When at the restaurant Gene parked up across the street and rushed around to open Alex's door. Both fully aware that this unusual display of chivalry was simply to ensure he got to watch her legs emerge from her dress as she emerged from the car. Both pleased with the show they walked arm in arm towards the restaurant.

Throughout the meal Gene was acutely aware that every other man in the room was wondering why she was with him. But as she focused her attention on him he felt himself relax and enjoy his time with her.

Two hours later they emerged fully sated by their meals and considerably more relaxed than when they went in. Two bottles of good wine, great food and each other had already made for a good evening, however they both were reluctant to end the night so soon. "Regents Park is at the end of this road, feel like a walk?"

Gene looked at her with a real smile, "why not! this is an evening of firsts after all."

"Firsts?"

"First time I've worn a bloody monkey suit, first time I've paid £50 for a bottle of plonk, first time I've seen that dress" Gene gave her an appreciative glance "and first time I've gone fer a walk in the park with a woman."

Alex laughed as they made for the the park. "No way, I'll bet Casanova Hunt has taken half the women in Manchester for a walk in the park."

Smiling still Genes response continued the flirty banter "Not me Bolls. My Ma always taught me that the girls who wanted to go fer a walk in the park were not the right kinda girl for me."

"So what are you trying to say about me then?"

"Hmmm I don't know, but I'm willing to risk it if the stories from my mates about what happens are true."

For another hour they wandered around the southern edge of the park leaning into each other and talking about their awkward teenage dating experiences. When they got back to the car Gene took the return journey at a more restrained pace and Alex deliberately crossed her legs giving Gene a view of her leg from toe to hip. While his hand resting on the gear stick itched with the need to touch her.

As the Quattro pulled up at Alex's door both were aware that any member of the team could come out of Luigi's at any moment and ruin their moment. "So, thank you Gene. Tonight has been...Perfect." She leant over and placed a delicate kiss low on his cheek close to the corner of his mouth. Gene blew out a long breath and continued to look into her eyes. "You don't half make it tough to be a gentleman Bolls."

"Who said I wanted a gentleman?"

With that they both leapt from the car and made their way as quickly and quietly up the stairs as they could. When they got the the landing outside of Alex's door Gene could wait no longer and pressed her backwards into the door her mouth with his own. After several minutes While still kissing feverishly Gene tore a hand from her body, took the key from her hand and unlocked the door walking Alex backwards until he was able to kick the door closed behind them.

AN: End of Chapter 1. Continue?