Okay so I'm back like I promised! This is the continuing story to Coming Home. I hope you guys like it! A little warning before we start. This might be a little bit more risqué than the first installment. Not ridiculously so, but I might use more cuss words and might go into more detail. Hopefully this doesn't deter anyone! Well, read on! Review please
"Raph, stop."
Raph looks at Lexi before fidgeting with his collar and tie again.
"Easy fer you to say, yer in a dress."
Lexi laughs and looks at her floor length black evening gown. The high neckline drops low on her back showing off her shoulder blades. Her hair is in a nice French twist that's classic and elegant.
"I am quite comfy."
"We can tell babe."
Lexi smiles at Mikey before drinking her champagne. Raph grumbles one last time before going to stand next to his brothers. They were all dressed in tuxes each with their signature color on their bow ties and vests.
"By the way, you all look great."
Mikey smiles and pretends to brush dirt off his shoulders.
"Why thank you madame."
Lexi laughs and shakes her head. Leo smiles at her in silent acknowledgment while Donnie one arm hugs her.
"How long is this thing?"
Leo looks at Raph who couldn't look more uncomfortable.
"Only another hour I think. It's basically just a welcome party for Lana."
"A welcome party? Her name is on the outside of the building."
Lexi shrugs.
"Don't ask me. I just work in the lab."
Leo smiles and shakes his head at her. His eyes wander around the room he knew only because they had fought there a few months ago. The walls had been fixed and so had the floor. Lana really took care of everything.
"Ladies and gentleman."
They all turn and look at the woman at the microphone. She's a pretty middle aged woman with blond hair pinned back. Her dress is a simple white but shows off her body.
"It is my great pleasure to introduce our new CEO and owner of Winters Corporation, Ms. Lana Winters."
The room erupts in claps and Lana delicately walks down the stairs before smiling at the woman and shaking her hand thankfully. She turns to the audience and Leo's mouth almost falls open. Her dress is a one shoulder midnight blue dress that shines with every movement. It trails behind her on the floor and the large slit up the side shows off toned legs when she walks. Her hair is curled in such a way it cascades down her back and is accentuated by her large diamond earrings. Her makeup is simple and shows off her eyes.
"Thank you everyone for coming out tonight. On behalf of our company I would like to welcome you to the Winters Corporation. A few short months ago, if someone had told me I would be standing on this stage at a party with champagne and h'ordeuvres, I would have said that they were crazy, but now I couldn't see my life any other way. I know all of you are more interested in the food and drink so I will keep this short. Thank you for welcoming me. Thank you for accepting me, and thank you for continuing to work for me. Enjoy your night."
Lana smiles at the crowd as they clap for her. The woman comes back out and shakes her hand before helping her down the stairs.
"Lana!"
Lana looks around the room and smiles when she sees them. Leo watches her closely making Raph smile slightly. Soft music starts to play in the background and many couples begin to dance.
"Thanks so much for coming you guys! You all look great!"
"We are aware dudette."
Lana laughs making Leo smile. A few people come over to congratulate Lana and shake her hand.
"Ms. Winters this is your song."
"Hm?"
The older blonde woman smiles at Lana and nods.
"What we discussed earlier? Your dance?"
Lana's eyes go wide and she nods.
"Right, sorry Gwen."
"Who is your date?"
Lexi smiles and pushes Leo forward.
"He is."
Lana looks at Leo before nodding.
"He is."
Leo glances at the red head before offering his hand and leading her onto the dance floor. He spins her once before clasping her into his hold. Lana smiles at him as they move around the floor.
"…you look stunning."
"Thank you Leo."
Leo smiles at her and they lock gazes as he spins her around the floor.
The brothers watch them dance, and Lexi leans into Mikey who wraps an arm around her.
"…and why aren't they dating?"
"Because they're 'just friends'."
Lexi shakes her head.
"When do friends become more than friends?"
"When one of 'em falls in love."
They all look at Raph who glances at them before disappearing into the crowd.
"…and what happens when two people love the same person?"
"Someone gets their heart broken."
They all look at each other sadly before looking back out at Leo and Lana. Leo's arm is strong against her back and her hand is light on his shoulder.
"You're a very good dancer."
"April taught us well."
"Yes she did."
Leo looks up at her again and frowns. Before he can say anything Lana twists out of his arms and Gwen's voice can be heard over the speakers.
"Thank you all for coming out tonight! Have a safe trip home."
Lana drops her hand from his and smiles sadly.
"…I'll see you at home Leo."
Her hand slips from his and he watches her disappear into the crowd. Mikey comes over and slips an arm around his shoulders.
"Come on bro, let's get to Lana's and get some real food."
Leo smiles and nods before they all walk off together.
Raph walks down the street with his hands in his pockets while kicking at random stones and trash on the sidewalk.
"Stupid litterers…"
Raph rubs the back of his neck before continuing down the street. His phone vibrates in his pocket and he quickly pulls it out.
"Hello?"
"Hey bro, where'd you go? We couldn't find you so we're in a cab on our way to Lana's house."
"I just got some air. I'll meet ya at Lana's."
"Okay dude. Let us know if you need anything."
"See ya."
Raph hangs up the phone and puts it back in his pocket and starts walking. After a few blocks he rounds the corner and sees a few girls standing on the fire escape of a building.
"Girls let's go!"
Raph watches them as he walks by. They all walk back through the door as one walks out. This girl is thin but curvy in a muscular way. She leans on the balcony in a feathery costume. As she pulls out a pack of cigarettes she slips one out and puts it in her mouth. Raph tries not to stare but can't help it. She's beautiful. She has black hair and blue eyes.
"Fuck."
She looks up from the balcony towards the street, and Raph quickly looks away.
"Hey! You!"
Raph looks up and she smirks at him. She throws the ladder down from the fire escape and steps down in her high heels. She lands softly and runs over.
"Do you have a lighter?"
Raph stares at her for a few seconds. Her face is heavily made up but he recognizes it as a way to make her features pop on stage.
"A lighter?"
She raises a brow and nods. Raph slips a hand into his pocket and flips it open. She cups her hands around the flame and breathes in to light it.
"Thanks."
He nods and puts it back into his pocket. She takes a few puffs before letting the smoke escape from her nose and mouth.
"…what's your name?"
"Uh Raphael."
She nods in surprise.
"Interesting name."
"I'm an interesting guy."
She laughs and nods.
"That's what they all say."
Raph smirks and rolls his eyes. He looks down at her and can see her outfit up-close now. It's a classic burlesque outfit with white feathers on her rear, and on the front giving her a great hourglass shape. Her hair is down and curled beautifully.
"…you shouldn't just ask random people for a light. Not all of 'em will be as nice as me."
"I can take care of myself."
She smirks and pats her bicep muscle giving Raph a flash of toned muscle.
"Artemis! Let's go!"
She girl waves over her shoulder letting the guy yelling know she heard him. Raph looks at him before looking back down at her.
"Artemis?"
"You're not the only one with an interesting name Mr. Raphael."
Raph makes a face at her and she smirks. She looks him over for a second before standing up on her toes and kissing his cheek.
"Thanks for the light…"
She smirks at him and lets her eyes roam before running back up to the ladder and onto the landing.
"Come see the show sometime!"
"No!"
"See you soon Raphael."
She disappears behind the door and he stares at the building before looking at the name of the place.
"Ms. Amor's Burlesque Club…interesting."
Raph shakes his head with a smile before speeding over to Lana's.
Hope you guys seem interested. I'm excited to write this story and I hope you all keep reading!