A/N: Kyanna instigates a meeting with her cute yoga instructor. Quite a bit of fluff. (Includes Woman/Woman. Possible Kyanna/Beli. K+)
Kyanna had been suffering with a crush on her yoga instructor for months now. She was just so cute and soft-spoken, and Kyanna imagined that meshing well with her hyperactive, outgoing personality. The instructor's name was Beli, and she looked like and Indian goddess. Sometimes Kyanna thought about asking her out, but she was intimidated by Beli's beauty and conservative nature, thinking she wouldn't be interested in dating.
They had only talked a few times. It happened when Kyanna got there early, and they had a couple of minutes to talk before class started. It was really awkward, and Kyanna wanted to try talking to Beli in a different setting. She knew that if they could be alone, things would be easier. After class one morning, Kyanna asked if she could speak with Beli, who of course agreed.
"I was wondering if you offered private classes." Kyanna knew that she couldn't afford it, being a single mother, but this could be her only chance.
Beli was intrigued. "Are you wanting to have a more advanced session?" Kyanna nodded, thinking that was a good reason for private lessons. With a smile, Beli commented, "Well, you are one of my best students. I wouldn't mind that."
"Umm, how much extra would it be?" Kyanna didn't want to hear the answer, but she needed to know so she could start a budget in her head.
Shaking her head, Beli smiled. "It could just be something we do as friends. You don't have to pay me anything extra. I like to practice yoga on the beach in the afternoons. Maybe you can join me then?"
Kyanna was super relieved to hear that answer. "That sounds great."
"Good," Beli said with a smile. "Why don't you meet me at the beach this evening? We can practice some new poses and just enjoy the sunset. The sounds of the water make a very peaceful atmosphere."
With a pleasant sigh, Kyanna repeated, "Sounds great."
Kyanna didn't want to get sand on her yoga mat, so she brought a beach towel instead. It was blue with sunshine yellow sea turtles on it. At first, she wasn't sure what to wear. Would they be doing yoga in their swimsuits? She went ahead and wore her bikini, which looked more like a green sports bra and shorts. It wasn't far from what she usually wore to Beli's yoga classes.
She stopped when she spotted Beli not far from the surf, doing a vriksasanna pose, also known as the tree pose. Her long black hair flowed in the wind. She was wearing a yellow bikini with a long, knit, white pullover to cover herself. Beli also used a beach towel - purple with gold and red stripes. Kyanna slowly approached, checking to make sure her braids were still tight.
Beli turned to her and smiled, the sun making her tan skin glow. "Kyanna! I'm glad you could make it." She sat on the towel, patting the sand next to her. "Here, sit next to me. We'll start with some stretching.
Kyanna nodded nervously, laying out her towel next to Beli's. They started their stretches, and Kyanna could only watch the curves of Beli's body against the light of the sun. She was too beautiful sometimes. Often, she lost her balance, not being able to focus on her poses. Beli would just giggle and encourage her to try again, unaware that she was the reason Kyanna kept falling into the sand.
After about fifteen minutes, they stopped to relax and stretch, just like in their usual classes. Beli was just so beautiful, the sunset casting beautiful hues of orange onto her hair. Kyanna was absolutely crazy about her. Beli turned to say something, but paused when she noticed the younger woman had been staring at her. Kyanna turned away, embarrassed, and heard Beli giggle. "I'm really glad you asked to come along," she told Kyanna, who looked at her once more. "I like the company." Beli offered a soft smile, which caused the other girl to beam.
"I'm really enjoying myself," Kyanna admitted. "This is great."
With a laugh, Beli replied, "I know, just look at that view." She looked back out on the ocean, the water turning pink from the sunlight. Kyanna couldn't help but stare at her.
Their session continued until the end of the hour, and they decided it was time to go. It was getting close to dusk now, and the sun had almost completely disappeared. Kyanna was still a little distracted, watching Beli as they rolled up their beach towels. The Indian woman sighed happily, and with a giggle told Kyanna, "I really wanna get in the water. How about a swim?"
Kyanna let out a breath of relief. She wasn't ready to say goodbye yet. "I'd love to go for a dip," she admitted. Yoga always made her a little sweaty.
They walked to the edge of the water, making sure their towels weren't too far away. Beli poked a toe into the tide and shivered, laughing. Kyanna decided to go in first, giving the other woman a grin. "Come on, it's not so bad!"
Beli trusted her, and followed her into the water. She squealed, obviously disagreeing with Kyanna about the temperature of the water. Kyanna couldn't help but laugh. Beli was so adorable. She had never gotten a chance to observe Beli outside of class, so this was a treat.
After floating there for a little bit, Beli got a devilish look on her face, and splashed Kyanna. They both erupted into giggles, and practically shrieked during their entire splash fight. Kyanna finally surrendered, going back to where the water was shallow, and suddenly hissed in pain.
Beli's joy was replaced with concern. "What's wrong?"
Kyanna reached down where her feet were, pulling out a seashell. She laughed. "I guess I stepped on this."
She was a little surprised when the other woman cooed and came closer. "I love stuff like this. Nature is just so beautiful, don't you think?" Unable to think of what to say, Kyanna handed the seashell to Beli. "Oh, no, I didn't mean you had to give it to me," she said politely.
Kyanna shook her head, giving a reassuring smile. "Take it. A token of thanks for doing yoga with me today."
Beli just smiled, and took the shell in her hands, examining it carefully. Not long after that, they got out of the water and wrapped up in their beach towels. Beli screamed to find a little crab hiding under her towel, and Kyanna nearly fell on her butt with laughter. The crab hurried away; maybe it was scared by Beli, too. Beli giggled too, knowing it was silly.
They decided to walk together, wrapped in their towels and shivering a little. Thankfully, it was still pretty warm, but the light breeze chilled their wet skin. Kyanna so badly wanted to hold Beli to warm her up, but she didn't have the guts. They kept walking until they reached the apartment building where Beli lived.
Turning to Kyanna, Beli said, "Thanks so much for walking me home. Today was great."
Kyanna's heart was going crazy. "Yeah, it really was," she replied. "Maybe we can do it again sometime?" She was so nervous.
"I'd love to!" Beli had such a big smile, and Kyanna wondered if she had many friends. Then, she wondered if that was a mean thought to have. She just wasn't expecting Beli to like being around her so much. Maybe Beli liked her too? Kyanna got a slight chest pain.
She finally managed to say, "Great. I'll see you in class this weekend." Beli gave a little wave, then headed up the outdoor stairs to her apartment. Kyanna watched her, and waited until she was safe inside, before she groaned. Why hadn't she tried to flirt? At least Beli wanted to see her again; not like this was a date.
Kyanna felt a little bittersweet as she walked back to her house. She guessed that she could consider this a victory, but she'd feel better when she could admit to Beli how she really felt.
A/N: This oneshot may get a second part. I really think that this could be a cute couple, but when it comes to Beli, you've gotta move slow.