Official Man of the House

Chapter 28

Bull and Caitlyn are over for the routine dinner a few weeks later, but the night becomes a celebration.

Bull announces, "We are getting married in Vegas next month. Can you all join us?" Caitlyn beams at her man and then looks with imploring eyes at the Ericksons.

Adam quickly looks to his ladies before answering for them all. "We would be Honored Bull. Besides, I can't let my best friend get married alone. I was a nervous wreck, but we got lucky, and I met a wonderful man that calmed me down. I would love to be there for you, Bull."

Both Bull and Caitlyn are stunned at Adam's willingness to support them wholly. Bull is even more surprised that Adam would refer to him as his 'Best Friend.' Bull reaches out his huge paw to shake Adam's hand with a nod of thanks.

Alice pipes up, clearly emotional, "Have you made any arrangements for the ceremony?"

"Not yet," Caitlyn answers for them as Bull comes to grips with Adam's kindness.

Alice grins, "If you don't mind. Can I help you plan it? It was wonderful where these two and I suppose even I married them."

It was Caitlyn's turn to be stunned. She couldn't speak and just nodded, tears forming in her eyes to spill down her cheeks.

"Allie, get the laptop and show them the wedding chapel," Alice says to her daughter, who sprints away, grinning to comply. In moments, she is back, fires up the laptop, and pulls up the wedding venue they used.

As Allie and Alice show Bull and Caitlyn the website, Adam quietly gets up and retrieves wine and glasses to celebrate the news. He returns, setting everything in the center of the table. He pours the wine and hands one each to the ladies first, this time starting with Caitlyn, the bride-to-be.

When everyone has their glass, Adam proposes a toast, "To the happy couple. May you be as happy as possible and maybe even as happy as we are." Everyone chuckles and then takes a drink of the excellent wine.

Even Bull enjoys the wine. "Wow. This is pretty good. I don't usually drink this stuff as wine never had the punch I was looking for when I would drink. Thank you all for the ... for everything." The massive man blushes and tips his glass to the Ericksons. They clink glasses around the table and sip some more.

The couple gets excited as they look over the venue and see the marginal cost. Alice blows the couple away again when discussing the wedding and hotel costs. "With Adam's permission, we would like to pay for the wedding, everything. Ours was so fantastic. We would love for yours to be just as spectacular." Caitlyn simply bursts into tears, burying her face in Bull's shoulder.

"That is too much, Alice, really. We can manage." Bull responds for them.

Alice isn't having any debate. "Let me rephrase that. I will be paying for your wedding, Bull. Remember, the bride's family pays for the wedding. You two are as much a part of our family as anyone. I insist on paying, no more arguing, Okay?"

Bull sees how much it means to Alice to do this for them and to be called family after Adam said 'Best Friend' earlier. Even the tough Bull cannot handle it. He nods and begins crying, then hugs Caitlyn tightly. They hear her quietly saying, "Thank you, thank you, thank you."

After some time, the emotional level comes down, and the conversation turns to the wedding details. When the dress is brought up, Allie has an immediate idea and squeals in delight. "Mom, Kate should wear my dress. You know, something borrowed."

Again, Caitlyn looks stunned and asks, "Are you sure, Allie? That's a pretty big favor."

Allie grins and replies, "How else could I help my 'Big Sister' better than by loaning her my wedding dress? Unless you would rather have your own?" Caitlyn's eyes tear up again. As the topic turns to the dress, Adam sees they will be heading for the dress soon, and he motions to Bull.

Adam grabs a couple of beers from the fridge, and they go up to the roof. "You okay, Big guy?" Adam asks his massive friend.

Bull takes a big pull on his beer before replying with a huge sigh. "Yeah, Adam. It's great. It's just moving so fast I can't catch my breath. To think Caitlyn will be my wife soon scares me like nothing ever has."

Adam grins, knowing exactly how he feels, and tells him. "Bull, I didn't let on to Alice and Allie, but that guy I mentioned. He pulled me back from the ledge of doubt. I was so scared that I was going to both get caught marrying my sister and just getting married in general that I could hardly breathe. He told me the same thing I'm going to tell you. She already agreed to marry you. She loves you deeply. You know that, right?" Bull just nods, taking another smaller pull.

"So let that part of the worry leave your mind. All you need to do now is hang on and enjoy the ride. When the ceremony is over, the happiness and love that will fill you will make you feel like you will explode. I promise you. Then everything will look perfect, just like your wife will be. The love you will share will eclipse everything else."

Bull looks at Adam, simply stunned that this much younger man could explain all this to him, and it just blows him away. Then he realizes that all his worrying is gone just like that. He reaches out to Adam and pulls him in for a manly yet loving hug, saying, "Thank you, Adam. I feel a lot better."

When they pull apart, Adam is blushing. Bull offers his hand for a shake, and Adam gladly accepts. Bull again realizes the young man has become something more to him. He then realizes Adam is young enough to be his son and smiles.

Adam sees the smile and asks, "What?"

"I just realized with our age difference, you could be my son. It made me smile, that's all."

"I would have been honored to have you as my father, Bull. I can see the good man you are inside that huge shell, not just the scary exterior most people see. I'm thrilled we have met." Bull is stunned yet again at Adam's heartfelt statement and knows he means it.

Adam smiles to lighten the mood and says, "Let's call the girls and see if it's clear to come back. I don't want to hear the screeching if we come back and Caitlyn is in the wedding dress, and you see." Both men chuckle, knowing Adam would be right.

He calls Allie and asks, "Is it Okay for us to come back in, Allie-girl?" After a pause, he replies, "Okay, another ten then. Better yet, just send a text when it's clear, but could you bring us a couple more beers? We're on the roof. Thanks, Baby." Adam grins at Bull, "Well, 'Pop,' we continue to wait, but more suds is on the way."

Bull grins, "So it's 'Pop' now, huh? Are you trying to adopt me like Alice did, my lovely woman?"

"Yeah, Dad seems too formal, and you are way more fun than my sperm donor dad was. So 'Pop' it is. If you don't mind?"

"That's great, Adam, my son." Both men chuckle just as Allie appears with the beers.

She hears the men chuckling and asks, "What's so funny?"

"I just adopted Bull as our replacement dad, but we agreed on him being called 'Pop.'"

Allie hands them the beers and asks, "Ooo, Can I call you Daddy?"

Bull blushes a deep red before saying, "Umm, No. Please stick to 'Pop' or Bull, please, Allie."

Adam laughs, catching onto why Bull would prefer not to be her 'Daddy.' That's probably what Caitlyn calls him in private.

"Well, Okay, but I want a hug from my, I mean Our, new 'Pop.'" Then she hops up, wrapping herself around Bull in a tight, hard hug. He laughs and grabs her to hug her back before handing her to Adam.

Adam pulls Allie to him, her back to him, and kisses her neck, then her lips when she looks at him. "Go on now, Honey. Mom may still need you."

Allie grins with her mischievous smile and says, "Yes, Adam." She giggles and runs off.

Both men laugh, and Bull says, "You're a Lucky man, Adam. A very lucky man."

"Don't I know it, Bull, I mean Pop." Both men laugh again, and Bull shakes his head. Adam quips, "By the way. Alice is mine, Pop. I don't share."

Bull roars a colossal laugh again, replying, "Caitlyn is more than I need, Adam. Allie and Alice are both safe from me." The men grin and clink beers before taking long pulls from them.

After over 15 minutes, Adam receives the all-clear, and the guys with two empty bottles each head back inside. When they arrive, all three women are beaming. Allie and Alice both move to hug Adam tightly, as Caitlyn does to Bull. Both men sigh deeply, and the women do, too.

Adam shifts gears and asks, "So, who's up for takeout?"

Allie immediately asks, "Chinese?"

Adam and Alice just start laughing heartily. After a minute, Adam replies, "You want spring rolls and Crab Rangoon again, don't you?"

"You know I love those things, Adam. Pleeaassee?" Again, Alice and Adam laugh as Adam nods, 'Yes.' Allie squeals with delight, as usual. Adam asks, grinning at his loving sister/wife, "Are you guys good with Chinese? Our treat."

Bull replies, "Pepper Steak?"

Caitlyn says, "Yum, Spring rolls."

Everyone laughs. Adam grabs his phone and, before dialing, asks Bull, "We usually get it from 'Wu Changs.' Are they good for you guys?"

"Yup. The China Wall buffet is awesome if you're ever across town. Even I get filled up there."

Everyone laughs, and Adam replies, "And I'm sure they hate to see you coming and love it when you leave after they have taken a loss on the day's profits." They all start roaring in laughter, especially Bull.

"You know, they don't smile when I get there but do when I leave." The laughter gets even louder.

When everyone calms down to just chuckles, Adam asks, "Is Pepper Steak good for everyone?" Allie and Alice both nod, and Caitlyn does too. Adam grins and says to Caitlyn, "I'm glad you have good taste, too, 'Sis.'" Prompting more laughter. Adam looks around and counts, "Two for Bull, one for me and everyone else, so Six total and three orders of both Crab Rangoon and Spring rolls."

"Make that 4 Spring rolls, please, 'Bro.'" Caitlyn says grinning.

More laughing ensues. Eventually, Adam places the order for delivery and is told it will take an hour with such a big order. He gets the total and then pays with his debit card, checking his pocket for cash for the tip.

Bull puts a twenty in Adams' hand and says, "Tips on me, Son." Bull grins.

"Thanks, Pop," Adam replies, and both men and Allie chuckle.

When they all enter the Living room, Adam tells the other ladies the basics of their conversation. Not the part about reassuring Bull, though. Particularly the part where Adam adopts Bull as the new 'Pop' for the family. Alice grins.

Adam tells her teasingly, "No fooling around, Alice. He's about to be a married man, and you are a married woman, my woman. And soon enough, you will be the mother of my child." Adam pauses to sigh happily. "You two make me so happy. Sometimes, I have to pinch myself to be sure it's not a dream." He leans over and kisses both women lovingly. They look back at Bull and Caitlyn and see their amazement at how much love we share.

"God, I hope we can be half that happy, Baby." Caitlyn sighs.

"We already are sweetheart." Bull tells her, kissing her too.

Adam reaches out, flips on the TV, and finds a Rom-Com for them to watch and wait for the food. When it arrives, Adam gets the door, tips the driver exceedingly well, and thanks him. He takes all the food to the dining room table, and Allie and Alice begin doling out the portions. After everyone is served and drinks are gotten or refilled, Adam stands and proposes another toast. "To Our Growing Family. May we always love as much as today, if not even more." Everyone responds with 'Our Family'. Drinks are clinked, celebrating the simple toast, sips are taken, and everyone dives into the food.

An hour later, the table is devastated with empty food containers and surrounded by full bellies, even Bull. There isn't a spare Spring roll or Crab Rangoon to be seen.

After a quick combined clean-up, everyone returns to the living room to finish the movie. As usual, Adam and his ladies are on the couch with Bull and Caitlyn in his chair. Fifteen minutes later, everyone is asleep in their respective loving arms. Just before the end of the movie, a burst of raucous laughter startles everyone awake. They each look around and see they have all nodded off. Chuckles abound in the room.

Bull says, "Maybe we should head home. It looks like everyone is ready for bed."

Caitlyn takes a cue from Alice and Allie and replies, "Yes, Bull."

Everyone chuckles again as everyone slowly stands. Adam and Bull shake, and the ladies kiss each other on the cheeks.

"Goodnight Pop." Adam quips.

Bull looks back earnestly and replies, "Goodnight, Son. Night-night Allie Dear. G'night Alice."

Adam continues, "Night Sis."

Caitlyn tears up a little and says simply, "Good night, my beautiful new family." With that, she rushes out to keep from crying happy tears but doesn't make it as she is crying by the time she and Bull hit the stairs.

When the door closes, he locks it, and Adam pulls both his ladies into a hug. When he releases them, he asks, "I think I might have some energy for a little lovemaking. Is anyone interested?"

Alice replies, "I am always ready for my son and husband to make love to me and my daughter as well."

Allie smiles and simply says, "Ditto."

Leaving his arms around their shoulders, Adam walks them all to the master bedroom. They all get to the bed, and the girls tenderly strip Adam, and then he returns the favor to them both. Kissing as they climb into the bed, Adam then goes down on both ladies bringing them to gentle orgasms, then makes love to them both, Alice first, then Allie, at the end, giving his cumload to his wife in her tight pussy. They cuddle up after setting the alarm for the morning and slip into dreamland together.

Chapter 29

Waking a little early, the Ericksons shower together and prepare for the day. All three put in notice for time off for the wedding: Adam for both work and the dojo and Allie for School and work. All three are given pleasant wishes for the happy couple.

As the day approaches, Adam checks in with Bull. "You doing Okay, Bull? Nerves aren't getting the better of you?"

Bull grins, "Nope. Not making love to Caitlyn for the last week is, though." The men chuckle together. Alice and Allie have Caitlyn down for final wedding dress fittings. She is also ready and happy to start her official life with Bull as her husband. All the other little things to complete the day are gathered and placed in a silk bag for the day. When the time comes, they head to the airport in a big airport shuttle van. At check-in, they verify Bull got the seat with the most room available for his huge size in First Class. Of course, Allie, Alice, and Adam sit together as they would on the couch. They cuddle up like that, too, and soon drift off to sleep shortly after take-off.

When they arrive, a Town car limo picks them up like before. The stretch one, though, with Bull's size, it is definitely required. Unfortunately, this time, it's not driven by the friendly author. Alice had arranged for the men to share a room for the night. The women would share the same suite as during Adam and Allie's wedding event over two years ago. 'Wow, how time flies.' The Ericksons all think separately with smiles, fondly remembering their wedding festivities. They all meet for breakfast in the morning while keeping the happy couple apart.

Adam and Bull return to their room and catch a little Sportscenter before getting ready. Adam checks Bull's tux for the last time and asks, "You ready to take the plunge, Pop?" Adam smiles at the man he has adopted with affection.

"I just want Caitlyn to be mine legally as well as in my heart, Adam. I don't think I could live without her at this point."

"You won't have to Bull. Now, let's get down to the concierge desk and get our car. We don't want to ruin things at this late date and accidentally see your blushing bride before the ceremony. We would be killed and left in the desert like so many others." Adam grins, and Bull does too, the tension leaving the older man with his new 'Son' there to prop him up.

Adam remembers where the desk is and steps right to it. He is happily surprised to see the same person behind the desk. He smiles and asks, "I doubt you remember me, but I'm Adam..."

"Erickson." The Concierge finishes smiling. "Of course, I remember you, sir. You were so lucky to have Mr. Clive as your driver to and from your wedding. What two years ago now?"

Adam smiles and notes a ring on her finger. "Almost three. Wow." Adam smiles at the realization. "Now we are here to get my Best friend and adopted 'Pop' married to his lady love." Adam gestures to the enormous Bull.

She smiles at him and says, "Congratulations, sir, and good luck with your future together."

Bull blushes and says, "Thanks."

Adam pulls her attention back and asks, "So, how long have you been married? Congrats to you, too, by the way."

It's her turn to blush, and she replies, "Almost six months now. My husband will be your driver today, coincidently. He should be out front now. Have a lovely day, gentlemen." Adam and Bull smile and head out, and she turns to help someone else.

Adam walks outside with Bull on his heels and finds the driver with a sign, 'Erickson men.' Adam laughs, and Bull grins and shakes his head, saying, "That Alice of yours thinks of everything, doesn't she?"

"You have no idea, Bull, but that is one of many things that made me fall in love with her. Now, let's get in and get the show on the road." Adam looks at the driver and says, "Congrats on marrying Marilyn, sir. She was very helpful a couple of years ago when I got married."

The driver beams at the compliment to his wife and then replies, "It's Rodney, if you please, sir." He says this with a decidedly cockney accent.

"Thank you, Rodney. Now, please, Off to the chapel to marry off my Pop to his lady."

"Righty-ho, sirs," Rodney replies.

The drive is quiet and quick. Rodney steps from the car and opens the door. He gives the same instructions about calling the hotel, and he will pick them up in the stretch. Adam nods and slips him a twenty for now. Adam then walks Bull into the Chapel. He then finds the officiant and confirms their arrival. Then, they retire to the Groom's waiting room. After about 10 minutes, Alice pops in and looks the men over, giving them both their boutineers. Giving both a light peck on the cheek and a squeeze to Bull's arm in support, then sweeps out.

Adam just chuckles. "That's my Alice. She is a fresh breeze every time I see her. The same it will be if it isn't already for you and Caitlyn, my big friend." Bull just nods as the nerves start to ratchet up. Adam sees it and says again, "She already agreed to marry you, Bull. After all this, she won't back out, and I know you won't either. Just take a few deep breaths and relax. The beauty that is about to hit you will assure you of the love you share, and you will no longer doubt anything. Okay, Pop?"

"Thanks, Adam. I couldn't find a better 'Son' and friend if I tried."

Adam grins and says, "Nope, you couldn't, so stop trying." Bull laughs and is immediately calm, knowing Adam is right there for him and that he is about to marry the woman of his dreams. He sighs deeply, and a calm settles on his face.

Right then, the officiant comes for them and takes them to the same gazebo where Adam officially married Allie and 'married' Alice in a less official ceremony between the three of them. The men took their positions, and soon, the wedding song was playing. Allie came out in the lead in a beautiful summer Yellow cocktail dress. She was followed by Alice, escorting Caitlyn down the aisle like she did for Allie. Bull sucked in a massive breath at seeing Caitlyn in her wedding dress.

Adam leaned over and said, "Breath, Pop. If you pass out, I can't pick you up."