You'll Never Know Until You Try It

Chapter 3. Getting To Know Each Other Better

Author: twin who likes to travel

Rating: PG-13

Summary: This is what happens on the girls' first date.

Disclaimer: I own nothing.

Reviews: I would like them. Constructive criticism is ok.

Author's notes: According to a few websites, "The After Party" episode was filmed 03/04/05. I'm not sure when high schools have their proms these days, so I'm just going along with the idea that they had theirs at the end of April. There is some celebrity bashing in this chapter. I was too lazy to check out online all of the pizza places in Detroit, MI, so I just went with the first big chain that came to mind that could be both dine in and delivery. And thanks to MaxximumRide666 for the help in picking out the musical tastes I thought the girls might have.


The movie theater

By the time they had arrived at the theater, Kerry was no longer blushing about what had gone on earlier.

"So what should we see tonight?" the girls asked at the same time, bringing a smile to their faces.

"I don't know. It depends on how long we want to wait and what kind of mood we're in," Nikki stated as she smiled at her date.

"Well, I'm not really in the mood for any romantic comedies, and I don't want to have to wait for too long."

"I agree. Hey, how about House of Wax? It's supposed to be some kind of attempt at horror/suspense. But with the chance of Paris Hilton getting killed in it, it might not totally suck," Nikki chuckled, "And it starts in ten minutes."

"I don't know," Kerry mumbled.

"Why not? Are you afraid of scary movies?"

"Not that much."

"Then let's see it. If it sucks, then you can make fun of it and pick the next movie we see together."

"The next movie we see together?" Kerry inquired nervously.

"Yeah, whether it's on a date or just hanging out as friends," Nikki explained to help Kerry relax.

"Ok, House of Wax it is," Kerry agreed.

"Two for House Of Wax, please," Nikki told the cashier with a smile.

After they got their tickets and walked closer to the snack counter, Nikki stopped and looked at Kerry.

"Do you want to get something to tide you over until we go out for pizza?" Nikki questioned the redhead

"I wouldn't mind a small soda. Are you going to get anything?" Kerry replied as she looked over all the candy available in front of her.

"No, I can wait until later. So…Coke or Sprite?"

"I'll take a Sprite."

"One small Sprite, please," Nikki requested as she handed over some money to the guy behind the counter.

"Here you go and enjoy the movie," he responded as he failed to not stare at her.

Nikki just smirked at him, handed Kerry the soda, and led her to their movie. When they got there, Nikki let Kerry pick where they'd sit. The younger girl chose an empty row, walked until they were in the middle, and they both sat down. Kerry was unaware that Nikki had stared at her butt on the way to her seat. So when she saw Nikki smiling, she was slightly confused.

"What's so funny?"

"Nothing yet."

"Then why are you smiling?"

"Because, I'm happy."

"Happy about what?"

"That we're here together…on a date," Nikki whispered into Kerry's left ear as more people began to enter the theater.

"Oh," Kerry whispered back, trying to remain unaffected by the sensation of Nikki's warm breath on her skin.

Nikki smiled at her before turning her eyes to the screen. They sat through the annoying commercials and occasionally commented on the trailers that seemed interesting. Each girl glanced at the other a few times during the first half of the movie when they were sure the other wasn't watching them. Halfway through the movie, Nikki did a quick check to see if anyone else was watching them. When she saw all eyes were on the screen, she slowly lifted her right hand and placed it gently on top of Kerry's left hand. She looked over at Kerry after hearing a soft gasp. They looked at each other, then at their hands, then back at each other. Nikki began to carefully pull her hand away when Kerry surprised her by taking her hand and giving it a reassuring squeeze.

Both girls went back to watching the movie as Kerry kept their hands together and laid them back down on the armrest between them. This time, the older girl made a sound. Kerry smiled as she heard a soft, happy sigh. After the sigh, both felt the grip get a little stronger. They didn't move or make a sound for the rest of the movie. However, thoughts of what the handholding could lead to would pop into their heads from time to time. They were forgotten as soon as possible. As the last of the ending credits appeared and the lights came back on, Kerry broke the grip and looked directly at her date. Nikki gave her an understanding smile as they stood up and left the theater, making Kerry smile back as well.

"So…Does Pizza Hut sound ok?" Nikki suggested as she started up the car.

"That's fine," Kerry said, "So what was your favorite part of the movie?"

"The end," Nikki answered before laughing.

"Why the end?"

"Because it was the end," the older girl declared before playfully rolling her eyes, "What was your favorite part?"

"Paris dying," Kerry announced between laughs.

"Yes, that was good, too, but not as good as you letting me hold your hand during the movie," Nikki mentioned before blushing and looking away.

"Look at me, Nikki," Kerry advised after about ten seconds and smiled when the other girl did as she was told, "I liked it too."

"R-Really?"

"Yes."

Kerry sat still as Nikki began to lean in to kiss her. When Nikki got even closer, Kerry felt herself start to lean into the possible kiss. She felt her body heat rise steadily as the girl moved closer and closer. When their lips almost touched, Nikki stopped.

"So…Uh…Pizza Hut, here we come?" Nikki babbled as they headed to the nearest one. That was a stupid thing to do. She was leaning in too.

Kerry could only hold back a groan at another kiss she actually wanted but didn't get this time.

Pizza Hut

Shortly after arriving, the girls found a seat and decided on a large pizza with cheese, green peppers, spinach, and garlic. Then they added a pitcher of Sprite to go along with that. Kerry was going through topics of discussion in her head while Nikki was fighting the urge to groan in frustration. Since they weren't side by side this time, she couldn't hold the other girl's hand.

"Well, what should we talk about first?" Nikki challenged.
"There's what we each like in music, movies, and books. We can also talk about art if you like it," Kerry said as both felt the tension easing up.

"Yeah, I like some art. I just have a tendency to forget the names of the different styles, so please don't make fun of me if I get it wrong."

"As long as you make an effort, I won't."

"Well, I like Van Gogh, Michelangelo, da Vinci, Monet, and others. I just don't understand how some artists can get feelings across by simply using shapes like triangles, squares, circles, etc."

"Ok, I understand that. So what's your favorite piece of art?"

"I would say Vincent Van Gogh's 'The Starry Night'. What?" the older girl quizzed as she caught the younger one rolling her eyes.

"That just sounds like a typical answer of some guy pretending to like art to score points with his date and make it easier to get the girl into his bed."

"Well, I do like it the most, even if it is a typical response in a situation like that."

"Then tell me if you remember when it was painted, and why you like it so much."

"It was painted in 1889, and because the scene is magical and peaceful at the same time, which makes it beautiful, like you."

"Good guess. But how can you say that when I'm just in jeans and a nice shirt? Meanwhile, your shirt is a little bit nicer than mine, and you're in a nice, but casual skirt."

"Yeah, the right guess, and because you can look good both casually and formally. So what about you?"

"That's my favorite, and for the same reason. You're beautiful too."

After their pizza and soda were brought to the table, the girls took turns between eating, drinking, and talking about various art. They learned they had the same tastes in art and wondered how much else they would have in common. Kerry wanted to believe Nikki was telling her the truth, but the negative side told her that the older girl was only telling her what she wanted to hear. She hoped that she was making it clear she wasn't thinking about this, but Nikki could tell. She pretended like she hadn't noticed though.

Then they moved onto music and movies. When Nikki had described her tastes Kerry couldn't hold back a laugh. Well, at least that was something they didn't have in common, which could be a good thing. It would be too much if they had everything in common.

"I like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Fall Out Boy, Scouting for Girls, and stuff like that. And the best band of all time…The Beatles."

Kerry wasn't sure to expect when Nikki had paused briefly, but hearing her say something other than the pop rock artists that mainly got by on the looks and not so much talent made her smile.

"Wow, I didn't expect for you to say that. About the Beatles I mean."

"Yeah, my parents got me into them."

"Well, then all hope for you as far as music goes isn't gone. But you used to listen to N'Sync and The Backstreet Boys, didn't you?"

Nikki blushed that she had at one time listened to them, "Yeah, b-but not anymore. What do you like?"

"I like Green Day, The Offspring, Pink, Rage Against the Machine, and a little Avril Lavigne. I also like some rap, like Eminem."

"Wow, that's a lot of artists. Uh, excuse me for a minute."

"Where are you going?"

"I need to use to the restroom. I'll be right back."

"Ok," Kerry said with a smirk as she realized the girl's short departure gave her a chance to check out Nikki's body.

She couldn't help but notice the skirt was very flattering to her butt and definitely worth the look. As she ate some more and watched out for her date, she wondered if Nikki had looked at hers as well when they were walking to their seats at the movie.

"I guess from that smile that you missed me?"

"Maybe. What are your favorite movies?"

"Well, since you heard what I listen to, maybe you could guess what I like watching as well," Nikki encouraged with a smirk.

After looking at the girl nervously smile at her, Kerry answered, "I'm guessing you're a big fan of comedies, with a lot of them being romantic comedies. You also like an occasional suspense/horror movie as long as it's not too scary and dramas no matter how sentimental they can get."

"You're right," Nikki revealed after blushing at the girl who seemed to know her pretty well, "I'm guessing you're a fan of documentaries, particular ones that expose the hypocrisy in this country. I see you liking suspense/horror under the same conditions, and that you secretly like some of those cheesy, romantic comedies and sappy dramas."

"Maybe," Kerry admitted as she tried to hide a blush.

"Let me guess, you cried at the end of Stepmom and during The Sixth Sense when Cole told his mom the secret he had been hiding."

"N-No, I…," Kerry muttered as she tried to deny it but gave up when it was clear Nikki wasn't buying it, "Ok, fine, I did. Are you happy now?"

"Yes, I am," Nikki announced after seeing Kerry rolling her eyes before trying to hide her face in embarrassment, "It's ok, so did I."

"Yeah. I bet I can guess your favorite or at least one of your favorite movies."

"Go ahead, I dare you."

"It's Pretty Woman, isn't it?" Kerry guessed and smiled when Nikki blushed and looked away.

"I'm guessing one of yours is The Breakfast Club because it shows how annoyed you feel about schools overrun with all of those cliques that you despise."

"Yeah, I can't wait to get out of here."

"I understand. I'm glad my time here is almost over."

"So …Uh…Where are you going to college?"

"Gee, that wasn't subtle at all," Nikki giggled.

"Well, how was I supposed to ask?" Kerry groaned.

"Maybe you could have asked what I plan on doing then take a guess from there."

"So what do you plan on doing?" the redhead asked with some sarcasm that other girl smirked at before answering.

"Ok, I'm kind of leaning towards fashion."

"So you want to become a model?"

"I don't need some arrogant photographer telling me I need to lose at least five to ten pounds and end up making me develop some kind of eating disorder or hooked on drugs. I'm happy the way I am, thank you very much. I meant being a designer. Maybe help design clothes that look good on women that don't want to look like Kate Moss or any other skin and bones models out there."

"Good," Kerry commented as she was happy to hear of another girl who was sick of the modeling industry judging what was considered fat and not fat.

"What do you want to do?"

"I was thinking maybe art or journalism."

"I can picture you doing something like that. I've seen some of the art you have done and enjoyed it whenever you've written for the school newspaper, not just the article about gays being alienated from things like proms. By any chance have you done any kind of art that I might not have seen yet? Like paintings and sketches?"

"Yeah, I have a few," the redhead declared as she thought about the sketch book that had gotten her into her trouble thanks to her dad's interference.

"Could I see it some time?"

"S-Sure."

"Cool. I might even being willing to pose for you if you ever want to sketch or paint a live model."

The older girl smirked as she saw the other girl stare at her before almost blushing. She knew exactly what the redhead was thinking and found it both amusing and interesting.

"R-Really?" Kerry stuttered.

"Yes," Nikki divulged her before leaning in and adding, "And it wouldn't matter what I was…or wasn't wearing, as long as it was done tastefully."

Nikki laughed lightly as she watched Kerry gaze at her again and a little louder when she heard the redhead gulp softly. They talked about books and found it was yet another thing they had in common. Once again, Kerry wondered if this was all a ploy by Nikki to get the girl to go all the way with her eventually.

As they were finishing up their food, they had talked about what was currently in the news and small things, like their favorite colors. Kerry really didn't have a favorite color. She liked a lot of different colors. Nikki confessed that she preferred bright colors.

"I guess I should be getting you back home, but do you mind if we go back to my house for a minute? I want to show you something."

"Al-Alright, as long as it won't take too long," Kerry relented and wanted to smack herself for how that could have been taken. I can't believe this. I think she's going to try something on the first date. Tell her no, and that you changed your mind. Relax, you're panicking over nothing. It's not nothing, Nikki does have a reputation. Maybe, but how believable can those rumors be? After all, they are just rumors.

"I promise it won't." Look at her; she's so cute when she gets nervous. She thinks you're going to make a move on her. But you won't because you can barely get up the nerve to kiss her on this date, even though you've already kissed her a handful of times already. You've chickened out once so far.

Around twenty minutes later, Nikki's bedroom

"So what did you want to show me?"

"I was getting the feeling that you were thinking that I was just saying what you wanted to hear in the hopes of getting somewhere with you."

"So you brought me here to prove me right?" Oh no. Get out of there fast. Do you see that look on her face? In less than a minute, she'll probably kiss you and try to push you down onto her bed. Who knows how much she will try? She won't try anything, she backed out of that first kiss, remember? You two weren't completely alone, but you are here. She's a predator, and you're her prey tonight.

"No, I wanted to prove you wrong. See for yourself. You really didn't get a good look the last time you were here."

Kerry searched around the room and saw a print of Van Gogh's "The Starry Night" along with a few other prints of paintings they had talked about during dinner. As she looked over to where the books and movies were, she discovered some of her favorite books.

The shelf with the movies did have a DVD copy of Pretty Woman on it. Nikki blushed as she moved closer to the redhead. Kerry had her back to her as she scanned over some of the remaining movies. When she turned around, Nikki was only about two feet away. It felt like it was closer to Kerry though.

"Nikki, wh-what are you d-doing?" She's going to try and kiss me again. Will she go through with it this time. Of course she will, you two are alone for who knows how long.

"I was ju-just…" KISS HER NOW! No stuttering, just do it. If she doesn't want it, she'll let you know.

"Yeah?" Kerry murmured softly as she noticed the bed was about two feet behind her.

With a good push, she could be on her back while on Nikki's queen size bed. Nikki started to move in closer to apparently kiss Kerry. Even though she was a little worried, she wasn't stopping Nikki in any way. Suddenly, Nikki stopped and stepped back.

"I was thinking that I should take you home now. I mean your curfew is almost up, right?" Idiot, she wouldn't have stopped the kiss. That's all you might have gotten, but at least it would have been something.

"Yeah, it is. Let's go." Wait…she stopped again? What's up with her? I thought you would be happy? You were worried about what you thought she was going to do. And now you're disappointed? Make up your mind already. I would have kissed her, but I don't think I could have done more.

Nikki twirled around, stuck out her right hand, and waited for Kerry to grab it. Kerry slowly took it and smiled when her date smiled back at her. Nikki led her out of the house and helped her into the car before taking the girl home.