Title: Better Than Love
Pairing: MAJOR Chuck and Blair
Rating: T
Summary: Chuck and Blair both have reputations to uphold, but how long can they cope with hiding their feelings for one another, and when feelings are finally revealed will they be able to pull through and be together?
AU, but does involve dance and limo scene in first chapter, also shows more of a sensitive and romantic Chuck
Disclaimer: I don't own Gossip Girl or the characters, but I am saving up.
A/N: This is my first chapter of my first ever fanfiction so read and enjoy! Any reviews really welcome x

Chuck Bass was the quintessential bad boy of the Upper East side, womanising, drinking and gambling were just a few of his exploits; he was self assured, confident and could deal with any of the crap life handed him, "weak" was not a word in Chuck Bass's language. He was extremely good looking – and knew it; with sparking brown eyes, short cropped hair and an extremely distinguished handsome face, Chuck gained all the women's attention. But that was all they were to him, just objects, targets if you like, he found charming women like a sport, never had he wanted anything more from them, they were just a pleasant distraction from his routine life. He only cared about three things – money, the pleasure money brought him, and his best friend Nate Archibald. Nate had always been like a brother to him, they fought and argued and had contrasting personalities, but when it came down to it, they could both count on each other for support.

Little did Chuck know that his life was about to dramatically change, he wouldn't just care for Nate , he would soon come to care for one more person, and that person would be the most important thing to him for the rest of his life.

Blair Waldorf, the "Queen Bee" of her High School, portrayed the perfect image of innocence and purity and yet managed to remain remarkably shrewd and astute while doing so. She was born into an extremely rich family which meant she always had everything she wanted, she was constantly dressed head to toe in designer clothes and never left the house without a pair of Christian Louboutins on. She was a petite brunette with delicate yet stunning features and a boyfriend to match - the delectable Nate Archibald. From the outside they appeared to be the perfect couple, always turning up at balls and social gatherings together with implanted smiles to represent how they planned to spend the rest of their lives together. But Blair was troubled and secretly had doubts about the relationship and how Nate felt about her. She kept up the persistent facade of her "perfect life", but deep down she craved more, she craved the thrill and excitement of love and lust that Nate just couldn't provide.

It was a late Saturday night for the Upper East siders, and all around the city people were drinking and having fun in the many clubs and bars well into the early hours of the morning. However Blair was an exception; she had just had one of her notorious fights with boyfriend Nate, she couldn't even remember what it was about, but she knew he had said something to aggravate her. These arguments seemed to be happening a lot recently, the spark and happiness was fading in their relationship and the worst thing was, Blair didn't even feel bothered. She really wondered whether it was ever there in the first place.

She didn't want to waste her time with or thinking about Nate, so her first thought was to go and see her friend Serena; they had been best friends for years and had hours of fun and debauchery together, but were also there for support when needed so. But Blair suspected Serena would be with her newly appointed boyfriend Dan. She didn't mind Dan, even though he was from a completely different class and background from them, but she didn't fancy playing third wheel to the newly infatuated couple.

No, Blair didn't want to go and see Serena, nor talk about Nate, she just wanted to let loose, relax and have some fun, and where to go for that? Chuck Bass's new burlesque club Victrola of course. Yes, Blair decided she would go there and find Chuck, perhaps he could show her a good time.

The blaring music thumped into Blair's ears as she stepped into Victrola, she tried to skim the room but the flashing lights dazzled her for a moment, unsure of where to find Chuck she headed for the stage, presuming he would be leering over the half naked dancers. And sure enough, after making her way through the many sweaty clubbers, there in his own private booth sat Chuck Bass, he was sipping Champagne and sprawled out in a casual manner.

Chuck took his eyes away from his dancers and glanced over to see who wanted his attention. He was surprised to see Blair standing infront of him, he first noticed how incredibly hot she was looking (but then he always found Blair extremely attractive), then he was curious to why she was there looking for him in the first place.

"And to what do I owe this pleasure Waldorf?"

"Nate and I had an argument, so I just wanted to come out and have a good time"

"You know I could show you a good time" Chuck raised his eyebrow in a sarcastic manner

"Ew, Chuck he's your best friend, and my boyfriend, and what makes you think I'd look twice at you anyway?"

"The same reason you came to find me in the first place" he smirked knowing he was backing Blair down.

She couldn't be bothered to retort so instead reached for his glass of champagne and downed it in one, normally she would be more lady-like but tonight she wasn't in the mood. She glanced over at Chuck; he was intently watching the dancers on stage, a slight twinge of jealousy struck Blair as she desired the attention he was so freely giving them.

"You know I've got moves" Blair said suddenly

"Really?" Chuck leaned forward "Then why don't you get up there"

"I'm just saying, I have moves" laughed Blair

"Oh come on, you're ten times hotter than any of those girls" Chuck said honestly

"I know what you're doing Bass" It was then Blair had a moment of inspiration "You really don't think I'd go up there"

"I know you won't do it" Chuck smiled confidently

"Gaurd my drink" No-one was going to tell Blair what she could and couldn't do that night.

Chuck sat back and waited for her to turn around, he knew she wouldn't actually go up on stage and perform, Blair Waldorf didn't do things like this. But his eyes followed her intently anyway, curious for what she was about to do.

Knowing Chuck was watching her only urged Blair on more, she never did anything like this, but she was loving the thrill it was giving her. She climbed the steps and made her way to centre stage, there she turned to face the eager crowd. She took a deep breath in, she couldn't go back now, she wouldn't give Chuck the satisfaction. She smiled and reached up for her headband, took it off and then threw it to the floor, then, swaying with the music she began to unzip the side of her dress. Some of the men at the back of the club were cheering and giving her attention, but Blair ignored them as she only craved attention from one man in particular. Her dress slid to the ground revealing her silk negligee and fishnet tights, she didn't feel embarrassed at all, she was enjoying every second of it. She raised her hand gradually and swayed her hips more to the music hoping to gain Chucks attention.

And she did. Chuck rose in disbelief as he watched the extremely gorgeous girl in front of him; he was sure she wouldn't have done it, but this time Chuck didn't mind being wrong, in fact he loved being wrong. The way she was dancing and looking straight at him, as though no-one else was there in the club, and she was just dancing for him. He wanted her so much in that moment, he had never looked at Blair like that before, sure he had found her attractive, but tonight he saw a new found sense of freedom and confidence in Blair, which made her even more beautiful than she already was. Suddenly he felt like his place in the world had been altered, his perception of beauty heightened to a new level. A light had been sparked within, one that would never falter, only grow in strength and wonder.

"Who's that girl?" said one of his waitresses

"I have no idea" Chuck said honestly, not turning his gaze away from Blair for a second

Blair sat in the back of Chuck's black limo in disbelief, firstly at how she had gotten up on that stage tonight but then more importantly, how it had made her feel. She loved how independent and confident she was, like she wasn't a Waldorf but just some girl dancing and having fun, and she loved everyone watching her, wanting her, especially Chuck. She had never felt that way about Chuck before, he was always so smarmy and off-hand, but something had changed in him and the way he looked at her; he presented danger and excitement, and that was something Blair was interested in. She glanced over at him, longing to see whether she could catch a glimpse of what he was thinking or feeling, she decided to say something to get his attention.

"Thanks for lift home" she said.

Chuck ignored her comment, not because he wasn't interested, but because he was still spellbound by what he had seen that night, he had been replaying it in his head and was still in disbelief about the way Blair had acted and what feelings it had provoked in him.

"You were... amazing up there" Chuck's voice was deep and breathy and full of lust, he was trying his best to remain in control but with Blair sat next to him still in her negligee and the image of her dancing still in his mind, he quickly found his tough exterior melting away.

Blair was shocked by the look in his eyes, it was dark and sultry and seemed to exude directly into her, it was although he was trying to hypnotise her, and he virtually was. He stared so deeply into her eyes, Blair had never been looked at like that before, full of hunger and need. The power of his look made Blair shift closer to him, like magnets drawing her into the moment, she didn't know what she was doing anymore, she was losing control. But she felt so free at the same time and safe being close to Chuck, but she wasn't close enough, not nearly close enough.

She leaned in and their foreheads touched, the heat of each other's skin warming their own, both enjoying the intimacy they were sharing with each other. Chuck inhaled her scent deeply, it was sweet and delicate which not only was perfect for Blair but added to her already apparent beauty. He had been with many women before, but none had made him feel anything like what he was feeling now, he felt a connection and a need for Blair, he was silently begging for more.

Blair was finding the distance unbearable, she leaned closer so she could feel his breath against her cheek, and then suddenly it happened. She was kissing him with such passion she had never felt in her life, the touch of his warm plump lips sent what felt like electrical impulses around her body, the hairs on the back of her neck were standing on end. But then something was wrong, she felt him pull away from her, Blair opened her eyes desperately seeking a reason for why he had broken that magical moment.

"Are you sure?" he asked genuinely

If this was any other girl he wouldn't have given a damn, but with Blair it was different, he cared for Blair and wanted to protect her so put her feelings greater than his needs.

Blair was stunned at what he had just said, she thought he might have come out with some sarcastic comment, but he didn't, "Are you sure?" he was asking for Blair's permission which meant he cared for her, he respected her. At that moment she knew she was making the right choice, she was falling for Chuck and wanted to fall further. She wanted to share more intimacy with him than she had with anyone; she leaned in once more with more force and enthusiasm.

She felt like fireworks were being set alight inside her body, a burst of energy and lust previously unknown to her. The temperature in the limo must have tripled as Blair felt like her insides were melting, she had the strongest physical ache for Chuck, like she needed him to complete her. Blair was a virgin and had wanted to perfectly plan her first time, but this moment felt so right for her, Chuck was right for her.

And as the limo toured under the glittering stars and lights of New York City, Chuck and Blair's lust filled night had only just begun.

A/N So that's my first chapter, I am very pleased I have managed to actually get going with it. Don't know whether it's good or not, any kind of reviews welcome x