''ID please.'' The words Sophie always dreaded hearing on a night out. She was seventeen and wanting to have a good time with her friends, going to clubs, dancing, meeting new people. She was the youngest of the group and the only one to not yet have turned eighteen. This meant when they went out it was dependant on the mood of the bouncers how far the night took her.
The stern looking gentleman with a shaved head, broad shoulders and dressed nearly all in black stood in front of the club entrance waiting. She didn't have anything she could produce and it wasn't the first time this had happened. She was beginning to wish she'd taken Chesney up on his offer of getting her a fake ID, but hadn't been too sure what the quality would be like since she'd watched Superbad and she wasn't too keen on the idea of handing over a driving licence which claimed she was known by a single name. She only had another three months to wait and she'd be able to walk into a club without the worry of being thrown out, for being underage anyway.
She quickly began the same routine of searching through her bag, as if she was looking for her ID, and as always when this happened, she ended up looking back at the man in front of her preparing to lie.
''I must have forgotten to put it in my bag.''
''No ID, no entry.'' He replied as he looked back at her. He probably went through this same routine with dozens of people every night, most likely able to pick out potential under-agers like most people could pick out a daisy in the middle of a bunch of roses.
Sophie let out a small sigh, unsure of how many times she could be bothered to go through the same conversation nearly every time she went out, but then nine times out of ten, it did work, especially if she threw in a bit of flirting.
''But I come here all the time.''
''Then you should know the rules.''
''Sophie come on!'' Katy called over as she walked through the doors with the others.
''I'm with them.'' Sophie told the bouncer as she pointed in the direction of her friends.
''And they've got ID. Show me yours and you're in.''
''Oh come on, please just let me in. Look I'll bring my ID next time okay.''
''Step outta the queue please. Others are waiting to get in.'' Sophie let out another sigh, before glancing to her friends and shrugging her shoulders as a disappointed looking Katy got dragged into the club by the others. As she stepped to the side and watched as others started to walk into the club, she felt her phone vibrate and looked at the screen to see she had a message.
From Katy: Do u want me to come home with u? X
As much as she didn't want to be the only one not getting to go into the club, she definitely did not want to be reason that others couldn't.
To Katy: No way, I'm fine. Have a gud nite. I'll txt u later. X
She made her way towards the chip shop just down the road, deciding that she may as well take the opportunity to get some food before catching a taxi home. As she approached the doorway she purposely avoided making any eye contact with the group of lads outside the shop in hoodies and with skateboards, hoping that it would lessen the chances of them making comments towards her.
After she'd bought her food, she made her way back outside to look for a taxi, but as she stepped out through the door something collided forcefully with her side and knocked her to the ground, a body falling on top of her own as she landed ungracefully in her mini-dress and heels and dropping her food in the process.
''Ouch…'' she groaned as she raised her hand up to the side of her head and touched it lightly, only to hiss as it stung.
''I'm sorry, are you okay?'' The voice she heard was softly spoken, which surprised her since she assumed it had been one of the skaters that had run into her. She felt the weight lift off her as a body still hovered above her and she squinted her eyes to look at them from where they were hidden beneath the hood of their jacket. She was momentarily halted into silence as she looked into two of the bluest eyes she'd ever seen.
''I didn't see you.'' The stranger said as they pushed themselves up and held their hand out for her to take as they helped her up from the ground and she noticed how soft their hand was. They pushed the hood back off their head revealing long blonde hair which fell over their shoulders and the prettiest face Sophie could ever remember seeing. ''Your head… damn.'' The Blonde raised their hand up towards Sophie's forehead and hovered her fingers over the cut that was now there.
''I'm okay.'' Sophie eventually managed to whisper out, not sure if she'd actually said it out loud or just in her head as she blinked to break her stare.
''Yeah, but you're bleeding.''
''Don't worry about it, it doesn't really even hurt that much.'' She lifted her hand to her head to prove her point only to flinch at the contact.
''Looks like it.'' The Blonde smirked slightly at the failed attempt to lie.
''Okay, maybe it hurts a little.'' Sophie smiled back shyly. The moment her eyes locked on the Blonde's, she lost her usual confidence she had when speaking to people.
Sophie knew she was attracted to girls, but she'd never acted on it, wanting to fit in with her friends and not have a hard time at college. She'd dated a few lads in high school but it never gone further than kissing and a few instances of attempted wandering hands on the lads' part.
''Sorry bout your food.'' The Blonde said as she looked at the ground and Sophie followed her gaze to where a mound of chips and curry sauce had spread across the pavement. ''I'll buy you some new ones.''
''Nah, it's alright. I wasn't really that hungry to be honest.'' Sophie stood for a few moments longer, both girls looking at one another unsure of what to say next. ''Erm… well I guess I should probably grab a taxi.'' Sophie said as she nodded in the direction of the taxi rank that was just around the corner. Something inside her was making her not want to leave the Blonde, but it's not like she could just stand around all night on the street dressed as she was, and it wasn't even like she knew that the Blonde would want her company.
The Blonde was in the same mind frame though. She didn't know why, but the instant the pretty Brunette in front of her mentioned leaving, she felt a mini panic inside. She wanted to spend more time with her, or at least find out her name… and possibly get her number. She also knew she was attracted to girls, but she didn't hide it, all her friends knew, as did her family and she'd had a number of girlfriends in the past, none of them though had anywhere near such an immediate effect on her as the Brunette stood in front of her.
Sophie hesitated for a second longer before she gave a small smile and turned to leave. As quickly as she had turned, she felt a gentle hold on her hand.
''Wait.'' She was tugged back in the Blonde's direction. ''Don't go yet.'' The Blonde said hoping she didn't sound desperate as she looked down at their connected hands and slowly took hers away. ''I mean… would you like to stay out for a bit… with me?'' A smile spread across Sophie's face at the request as she watched the suddenly nervous looking Blonde in front of her, and she nodded in response getting a smile in return.
''I look a mess now though.'' Sophie said, referring to her grazed head and elbow.
''You look beautiful.'' The Blonde said as Sophie automatically felt a blush rise on her face and she smiled shyly as she bit her bottom lip. ''What's your name?''
''Sophie.'' The Blonde smiled and held her hand out in front of her.
''I'm Sian.'' Sophie giggled as she took Sian's hand in her own and shook it lightly, getting a grin of the Blonde as they parted.
Sian pressed her foot against the edge of her skateboard making it flip up so she could catch it. ''Um… could I take your somewhere?'' Sophie smiled and nodded again.
''What about your friends?'' They both turned and looked at the group of lads talking amongst themselves outside the shop and eating chips, throwing the odd one at each other.
''I think they'll be okay without us.'' the Blonde laughed. ''Come on.'' she said nodding her head sideways, before she started walking and Sophie caught up quickly to walk beside her.
After a good fifteen minutes of walking, they reached what Sophie recognised as a skate park. ''Erm… I can't skate.'' she said as she looked at the Blonde who looked back at her with a grin.
''I didn't bring you here to skate, but I'm sure it would have been fun to watch you try in that dress.'' Sophie raised her eyebrows at the smirking Blonde, but a second later she felt butterflies in her stomach as Sian took her hand in her own. ''Come on.'' The Blonde said as she led the Sophie through the gate towards the concrete ramps.
Sian gestured for Sophie to sit down and noticed how the Brunette shivered slightly as she settled herself on the cold ground. She took of her hoody and wrapped it around Sophie's shoulders. ''Here, put this on.'' she told her before she sat down next to her.
''But then you'll get cold.''
''I'm fine.'' Sian smiled as Sophie slipped her arms into the sleeves and wrapped the hoody around herself.
''Thanks.'' Sophie smiled and watched as Sian lay back against the concrete. ''So, if you didn't bring me here to skate, what we here for then?'' Sophie asked looking down at the Blonde who raised her gaze to Sophie and gave a cheeky smirk. Sophie raised her eyebrows for a second, wondering how to take the Blonde's response, before Sian broke into a small laugh.
''We're here for this.'' Sian stated as she looked back up to the sky and Sophie looked up allowing her eyes to follow Sian's gaze, only to be met by a blanket of bright shining stars.
''Wow, this is amazing.'' Sophie breathed out as she settled herself back on the ground next to the Blonde.
They lay on the ground looking up at the night sky as they chatted away getting to know each other, neither one caring that they were in the middle of a darkened skate park in the middle of the night with someone they'd only met a few hours earlier.
''It really is beautiful.'' Sophie said as she let her eyes wonder over the tiny lights filling the sky.
''Yeah, it really is.'' Sian whispered as Sophie turned her head to see the Blonde looking at her. Sophie felt a blush rise on her face as she realised that Sian was talking about her and she saw the Blonde glance down to her lips before back to her eyes again, almost in question. After a few moments, it seemed clear that Sophie wasn't going to slap her and Sian took the opportunity to close the gap between them, as she attached her lips to the Brunette's and raised her hand to cup her cheek softly.
It only last a few seconds before Sian pulled away again slowly. ''Is this ok?'' she whispered, and watched as the Brunette flickered her eyes open. Sophie, not wanting to ruin the moment by saying something stupid, or even sure that she could speak, simply gave a small smile and nod, to show that she wasn't going to run away. Sian smiled back and leaned in again pressing their lips together as she turned on her side and shuffled her body a little closer. Sophie's mind went blank the moment the Blonde's lips had met hers again, and the only thing she could concentrate on was the butterflies swarming her stomach and the way Sian's lips moved against her own.
Feeling Sian part her lips slightly, Sophie copied her actions and a moment later felt the Blonde guiding her tongue into her mouth. Of course she'd kissed people before, but the moment Sian's tongue met her own, a jolt of excitement shot through the Brunette's body and she moved her hand to Sian's waist, gripping her tank top in her fingertips as she pulled her closer into her own body so she was hovering above her.
Sophie felt the warm body which was protecting hers from the night chill move back slightly, but not wanting to lose contact just yet, she wrapped her arms around Sian's back and pulled her down against her more so that their bodies were pressed flush together. As their lips started to move quicker, the Blonde smiled into the kiss and shifted her position again to get more comfortable, but in the process accidently moved her hip against Sophie's centre, making the Brunette suddenly pull out of the kiss, her breathing fast against the Blonde's lips. Sian looked down at her, studying her flushed cheeks which she thought made the Brunette just look cuter.
''You okay?'' Sian asked, not realising straight away what had caused the slightly younger girl to become a little flustered.
Sophie opened her mouth to say something, but then closed it without a word, before she tried again. ''Erm… well you…'' Sophie hesitated for a second, but looked down between their bodies, indicating where Sian's body rested on her own.
''Oh… sorry.'' Sian whispered with a small apologetic smile, as she suddenly realised what she'd done and went to raise her body slightly.
''I don't mind.'' she heard whispered, and wasn't quite sure if she'd heard right, but as she looked into the Brunette's eyes, she saw a slight glint. ''It was nice, I just…'' Sophie's voice trailed off as she let out a shaky breath. She wanted to be there with Sian, she wanted to be kissing her and at the moment it happened, she wanted Sian's body pressed intimately against hers. But she'd never been in this situation with another girl before and that made her nervous, knowing that she wasn't quite sure what she was meant to do. Sensing what was wrong and realising that whilst the Brunette had been the one to pull out of the kiss, she still had a tight grip on her tank top holding her close, a small smirk spread across the Blonde's face as she looked down at the blushing Brunette. She leaned in again and placed her lips on Sophie's, kissing her slowly and softly as she felt the Brunette respond once more. Sian moved her body and gently rocked her hip against Sophie again, causing the younger girl to let out a small whimper into her mouth, the vibrations of which only made the Blonde want more of her.
Sian was a lot more confident with being with girls. She'd realised from an early age that she wasn't interested in dating lads, and had never really had any issues when it came to chatting up anyone she fancied. Her friends knew her as being a bit of a player perhaps, but being in college studying music and media, as well as being part of a local dance crew, and well known on the skating circuit around the city, meant she had a lot of friends and a lot more admirers. It never took long for a girl to fall for her charm, and she'd had a lot of opportunities over the past couple of years to become pretty experienced in that area.
Sian continued to kiss the Brunette who lay beneath her, whilst allowing her tongue to slowly familiarise itself with the other mouth it was currently occupying. She kept her left arm leaning on the ground at the side of Sophie's head and dared to rest her right hand on her stomach, as she stroked over the smooth material that covered her body, her fingertips gliding up and over her ribs.
Parting from the kiss, Sian looked into Sophie's eyes as they opened slowly showing how much of a darker blue they'd become. ''You're really pretty.'' she whispered as she moved her hand to the Brunette's face and swept a piece of her hair off her forehead. Sophie leaned up and captured the Blonde's lips again, immediately seeking out her tongue with her own, as Sian happily responded by trailing her hand back down her body, going further than before until she reached the hem of her dress. As she felt the soft skin underneath, her mind was in overdrive at the thought of being able to have the gorgeous girl beneath her. She slowly dipped her fingers underneath the material of the dress and smiled into the kiss as Sophie bent her knee, raising her leg up to Sian's side giving her more access. Her heart was pounding in her chest, so hard that she was sure that Sophie would have been able to hear it.
She moved her hand up the inside of Sophie's thigh and brushed her fingertips over her underwear causing the Brunette to moan again and lift her body slightly at the touch. However, Sian suddenly realised in that moment that she didn't want to be doing this. She didn't want it to be a quick one-time thing with Sophie and then have that be it. She didn't want it to be in the middle of the night out in a public skate park, when they'd only met a couple of hours earlier. It didn't seem special enough. There was just something about the Brunette, about this particular girl over all the others that made Sian want things to be different this time.
''Wait…'' she mumbled as she stopped the kiss and leaned back as she removed her hand from beneath Sophie's dress and rested it once again on her waist. Sophie's breathing was heavy against Sian's lips as she looked at her, her eyes questioning why she'd stopped. Sophie had never moved this fast with someone before, but the moment she had set eyes on the Blonde she was instantly attracted to her, and the moment Sian had kissed her she hadn't wanted her to stop, and the moment the Blonde's hand had ventured under her dress, she'd decided she wasn't going to fight the feeling she had erupting inside her…. pure want.
''I don't want to do this.'' The look on Sophie's face as the words left the Blonde's mouth made Sian realise that she needed to continue quickly. ''I mean I do… but I don't…'' She let out a sigh, trying to work out what she was trying to say. ''Not right now anyway…''
''Oh, okay.'' Sophie pushed herself up pulling Sian's hoodie back around herself as Sian sat back and watched her.
''It's just, I really like you and… I just don't want you to end up hating me.'' Sophie snapped her head in Sian's direction.
''Why would I hate you?'' she asked as she frowned.
''Well this isn't exactly, I dunno… romantic, is it…'' The Brunette's face softened and a small smile appeared on her lips as she looked back at the nervous looking Blonde.
''You're cute.'' Sophie said as she watched the Blonde scrunch her nose up at her statement.
''Well… would you maybe want to go out with me some time?'' She hated how nervous she felt and knew she sounded as she asked, she was never like this when talking to girls, but she wanted so badly for Sophie to say yes so she could spend more time with her. She looked down at her own hands, fidgeting with the ring she always wore on the middle finger of her left hand, waiting for a response.
A hand moved on top of both of hers and she looked up and saw the beautiful blue eyes in front of her. ''I'd love to go out with you sometime.'' Sophie smiled as she entwined her fingers with Sian's. The Blonde's face lit up with a wide smile that seemed to make her eyes shine even brighter and Sophie's couldn't help but giggle at how happy her answer had made her.
''Yeah?'' Sophie bit her bottom lip with a large grin on her face as she nodded at the now extremely happy looking Blonde. Sian leaned in closer as she glanced down to Sophie's lips again before back to her eyes seeing them close slowly as she closed the gap and placed a kiss on the Brunette's soft, warm lips. A slight shiver ran through Sophie, and Sian pulled back as she licked her lips.
''It's really late. Come on, I'll walk you home.'' Sian pushed herself up off the ground and held her hand out for Sophie.
''It's ok, I can just grab a taxi.'' Sophie said as she stood and brushed herself down.
''Soph… I wana, ok?'' The use of the nickname made Sophie's stomach flip as she looked at the Blonde.
''Okay.'' She smiled as Sian bent down and picked up her skateboard before she linked her other hand with Sophie's and they made their way out of the park.
They walked to Sophie's house, which during their conversation Sophie discovered was only a fifteen minute walk from where Sian lived. As they approached Sophie's house, Sophie slowed down and stopped just outside the gate, making the Blonde also stop.
''This is me.'' she smiled, as she turned to face Sian, their hands still linked. Sian returned the smile.
''Okay.'' She smiled. ''Well, tonight was… fun.'' she smirked making Sophie blush.
''Yeah, it was.''
''You know…'' Sian started as she placed her skateboard on the low wall and tugged Sophie a little closer to her. ''You should probably give me your number.''
''Oh yeah?'' Sophie smiled, feeling her stomach flip.
''Yeah.'' Sian let go of Sophie's hand and wrapped her arms around the Brunette's waist, hearing her breath hitch slightly as she pulled her even closer, making her smirk again. ''I mean how am I supposed to take you out and show you a good time otherwise?'' Sophie felt a slight shiver run through her as the Blonde's breath hit her lips, now that she was so close. They kept eye contact for a few moments before Sophie opened her mouth to say something, but stopped as she got a better idea and leaned in, planting her lips on Sian's.
Sian smiled into the kiss and Sophie didn't hesitate in wrapping her arms around the older girl's neck holding her close. She parted the kiss for a moment before leaning in again almost immediately and capturing Sian's plump, soft bottom lip between her own, feeling the Blonde's grip on her waist tighten slightly.
They continued to kiss for a few moments longer before Sophie decided to take the lead this time, and ran her tongue between Sian's lips, who instantly greeted it with her own. Sian allowed her hands to slide up Sophie's sides underneath her hoodie and pulled her closer so that their bodies were pressed together, while she gently stroked her thumbs over the material of the dress. Sophie's hands tangled in the Blonde locks as she felt Sian's touch against her ribs and she could feel her heart pounding heavier again as the kiss grew more heated, just as it had earlier. However, it was Sian that once again pulled away, albeit reluctantly, as she rested her forehead against Sophie's.
''I think I could probably do that all day.'' she stated causing Sophie to giggle.
''Me too.'' Sophie replied as she looked back at the beautiful girl in front of her, who gave her a smile in return.
''So, is that a yes to me getting your number?'' Sian asked looking directly into Sophie's deep blue eyes.
''Yes.'' Sophie smiled as Sian beamed back at her and went to lean in again before something caught her eye and she glanced behind Sophie to see the curtain moving in what she assumed was the living room window.
''I think we're being watched.'' she whispered as Sophie glanced behind herself to see the curtain being fixed back into place.
''Probably my sister Rosie, she can be a right nosey mare sometimes.'' Sophie said making Sian laugh.
''When can I see you again?'' The Blonde asked as Sophie turned back to her.
''You got your phone?'' Sian stepped back and slipped her hand into her jeans pocket, taking out her mobile before handing it to Sophie. After Sophie input her number, she handed it back to Sian who made sure it was saved before she pushed it back into her pocket. ''Give me a call tomorrow?''
''Definitely.'' Sian smiled and leaned in again, placing a quick kiss on Sophie's lips. ''Speak to you tomorrow.'' She moved to leave, but was stopped by Sophie's voice again.
''Wait, what about your hoodie?'' Sian turned back around to see Sophie slipping the garment off her shoulders, and she quickly stopped her and fixed it back on.
''You keep it. I'll get it back from you when I take you out.'' she grinned.
''But you'll get cold.''
''I'll be fine.'' Sian smiled as she zipped it up, reinforcing her decision for Sophie to keep it on.
''Okay.'' Sophie smiled in return. Just as Sian was about to turn to leave again, Sophie placed her hand on her arm making her turn again. ''Sian.''
''Yessss?'' she dragged out playfully.
''I erm… I just…''
''What is it?'' Sian asked as she stepped closer to the Brunette again.
''I just wanted you to know that… well I don't nearly do… what we nearly did… with everyone.'' she stated blushing.
Sian smiled as she raised her hand up and pushed back a lock of brunette hair from her face and cupped her cheek. ''Good to know.'' She smiled as she leaned in and pressed her lips to Sophie's, placing another soft sweet kiss that the younger girl happily accepted. ''I'll call you tomorrow.'' she said as she pulled away.
''Okay.'' Sophie returned a smile. ''Night Sian.'' She bit her bottom lip trying to conceal the massive grin that wanted to break free as she turned towards her house.
''Night Soph.'' Sian watched Sophie walked through the gate and up the path to her house. Wanting to make sure she was safe, she didn't leave until Sophie went inside.
As she turned to start walking home, she couldn't help the smile that seemed to be stuck on her face. Tonight, she had met an amazing, sweet and perhaps the most beautiful girl she could remember ever having seen in her life, and not only that, she had gotten her number.
She dropped her skateboard down on the ground in front of her and stepped on to it with one foot. Pushing off with the other, she sped it up before placing both feet on and skating down the street, her mind filled with thoughts of a certain Brunette she'd hopefully get to see again very soon.