Something a little different here. I love this song, and it seemed to fit... except for the chorus, haha.

Stella had wanted her since their first meeting. Simple as that.

"You'll be needing this."
A utility vest was dumped in front of Shannon, and she looked up and smiled.
"Thanks."

As Stella took Shannon's hand and lead her gently into the loft apartment, she could feel the older's hand shaking slightly. Smiling slightly, Stella made certain to lock the front door.

You can't run away forever
But there's nothing wrong with getting a good head start

Stella's thoughts flickered back to Shannon's rape, how her best friend had suffered. How she still bore the scars.

You want to shut out the night
You want to shut down the sun
You want to shut away the pieces of a broken heart

Shannon involuntarily shuddered, feeling Stella's grip tighten comfortingly.

They sat quietly on the couch, Stella only moving to switch on the sound system. When she sat back down, Shannon lay out, resting her head in Stella's lap.

Remember how we'd lay down together
We'd be listening to the radio so loud and so strong
Every golden nugget coming like a gift of the gods
Someone must have blessed us when he gave us those songs

"Stel..."

"What's up, Shan?"

Shannon had no idea why she said it.

"I love you."

Stella ran her hands through Shannon's hair. "I love you too, you know."

I treasure your love
I never want to lose it
You've been through the fires of hell
And I know you've got the ashes to prove it

Shannon sat up, and allowed Stella to capture her lips in a gentle kiss. The sparks flew.

"What's the story, have you lost your mojo! Stel, Stel, back me up!"
Shannon turned slightly towards Stella, an inviting look on her face.
"Yeah, back me up, Stella."

Their first kiss ran through Stella's mind, and memories of that night followed quickly. The pub, the jukebox being turned on, the dance with Shannon and then the rest of the team.

I treasure your love
I want to show you how to use it
You've been through a lot of pain in the dirt
And I know you've got the scars to prove it

Stella was jolted back into reality when Shannon pulled back. Moaning slightly at the loss of contact, she watched in awe as Shannon shyly pulled her shirt, then singlet off.

Scars littered the pale skin of her shoulder blades and back, and Stella instinctively reached out. Shannon flinched slightly, then relaxed, allowing her best friend to trace the raised, puckered skin.

Remember everything that I told you
Well, I'm telling you again that it's true

"You're the first person who's done this."

Stella enfolded Shannon into her arms, pressing a kiss to her temple. "Then I'll take it slow."

When you're alone and afraid
And you're completely amazed
To find there's nothing anybody can do

As their lips met again, Stella gently deepened the kiss, her heartbeat racing when Shannon allowed her.

Keep on believing
And you'll discover baby

Before she knew it, Shannon had unbuttoned the flannel top she wore, and was tugging at the hem of the singlet. Regretfully pulling away, Stella ripped off the item of clothing.

There's always something magic
There's always something new
And when you really, really need it the most
That's when rock and roll dreams come through

"I thought you were taking this slow?" A note of panic escaped into Shannon's voice, and Stella cupped her cheeks gently.

"I got ahead of myself. I'm sorry."

"Don't apologise." Shannon took the initiative, and deftly unclipped Stella's bra.

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Shannon writhed and cried out, as Stella gently rocked against her, bringing her to a shuddering climax.

The beat is yours forever
The beat is always true
And when you really, really need it the most
That's when rock and roll dreams come through...for you...

Stella leant her head against Shannon's chest, hearing her lover's heartbeat racing like the thundering of hooves, and smiled.

The song is "Rock & Roll Dreams Come Through" by Meat Loaf. Check it out :)