Selena sat on her kitchen table with a half empty bottle of wine, she could feel herself slipping into a state of dejection and was doing the only thing she knew would make her feel better, which was get mindlessly drunk. She craved human contact tonight and her usual port of call would be to pick up a random guy; however, she chose to remain home instead and try to remain strong for Billy.

'Good choice' Gail said, entering the kitchen through the back door.

Selena laughed, then handed her glass to her nemesis. 'Here I was craving some human contact and you show up'

'Either of us could do worse' Gail teased sarcastically and downed the glass of wine that was handed to her.

Selena jumped off the table to locate another glass, then rejoined Gail who was now sat in her original place. She had expected to remain alone; however, this visit was a pleasant surprise, although she would never admit it out loud.

'I once told you that I wouldn't let you be alone, do you remember that?' Gail asked, refilling both of there glasses with the remainder of the wine.

Selena smiled cattily, 'You mean after you goaded me in a drunken state to jump off a railing into the Trinity River? Yes, I think I do remember that'

Gail laughed and shook her head. 'It could've been worse and it taught you to keep off what's mine' she said, not denying the accusation.

Selena nodded in agreement, she could not judge Gail's actions when she had sent her to a homicidal Caleb to dispose of her unborn child. She supposed they were both caught up with an unnatural obsession with Lucas Buck and that kind of emotion can lead a girl to behave in an inappropriate way. 'Although I like reminiscing on our good times Gail, I'd like to know what this unexpected visit is about?' she asked curiously.

Gail sighed and took a large sip of her drink, she had been driving around for an hour after dropping the children at the boarding house trying to clear her head over what Lucas had told her; however, she had subconsciously ended up close to Selena's place. The woman was worried about her partner and no one was keeping her informed about anything, if that was Gail she would be going stir crazy. 'Look, there's no easy way to say this...Billy has pleaded guilty to the charges'

Selena stared at her nemesis in shock, she felt as though the woman had struck out and slapped her across the face. 'He can't have, Lucas must have...'

'Lucas hasn't done anything...' Gail interrupted, '...If he had we could've had something to work with, but it appears this was Billy's choice'

Selena jumped off the table and began pacing the kitchen, she could feel anger rising within her and she felt like she wanted to scream. How could he be so stupid? Lucas had been gunning for him since he arrived in Trinity and he had a rock solid case against him now that he had confessed his apparent guilt.

Gail watched Selena pace and let out a long sigh. Her senses were strongly attuned to other peoples these days and the unease she felt radiating off Selena was making her uncomfortable.

'This is my fault...if I hadn't stopped him from leaving this town when he had the chance, none of this would have happened. I paraded him in front of Lucas like a toy and now he's finally got him' Selena said and could feel herself becoming upset.

Gail jumped down from the table and approached Selena, she took hold of her arm gently to stop her pacing and pulled her close so their bodies were almost touching. 'Billy made his own decision to stay and you can't blame yourself for this, no-one could have seen this plea coming' she reassured her, sensing her upset.

Selena allowed herself to be comforted and took a deep breath to calm her nerves. 'So what are we to do now?' she asked, hoping for any ray of hope from the woman she had so often despised.

Gail did not feel comfortable being this close to Selena; however, they both shared worry for Billy and he would want her to ensure Selena was alright. She was furious at this whole situation, even more so now that she could not fully blame Lucas for how this was playing out and she felt the darkness inside her wanting to break free to vent her frustration. 'Drink I guess, dull the pain for a while and I'll review the options tomorrow when I can think clearly'

'This is not down to you to resolve Gail' Selena said, subconsciously stroking Gail's arm then taking her hand. She was not used to this treatment and was grateful for her company at this present moment.

Gail could sense Selena looking for a connection and took a step back to create some distance, she did not want to be her friend and she certainly did not want to get close to her boyfriends ex girlfriend. When she spotted the wounded look on Selena's face, she stepped closer to her and held up the glass of wine to her lips. 'Have you got anyone you can call on tonight?'

Selena laughed and shook her head. 'Not unless I go trolling Jimmy's bar and I doubt you'd approve of that' she said sarcastically, then took a large sip of her drink.

Gail shook her head and glanced at the time, it was 9:00pm and she was actually planning on visiting Lucas tonight after his revelation; however, she supposed it would do not harm staying here with Selena and allowing him to stew for a little longer. 'You're not going out Selena, crack open another bottle and we'll settle in for the night'

Selena smiled mischievously and went to her fridge to get another bottle of wine. She knew Lucas would not be impressed that the lovely Miss Emory was here with her rather than being with him and she was happy that he would also be without a partner tonight.

Lucas had been sat on his porch with a bottle of red wine and two glasses since 8:00pm, waiting for his loves arrival. He had been convinced that a visit from her was inevitable tonight and became agitated when she did not show up.

Lucas got in his car and began to drive on instinct, when he saw the her car parked outside Selena's place and cursed under his breath in irritation. He got out of his car and quietly approached the property, he had told Gail previously that she needed to stop taking on other peoples problems and could not believe she had come to Selena.

Lucas headed to the bedroom window when he noticed the light was on. He stared in shock when he caught sight of Gail laying on the bed wearing only a vest and her panties, seemingly allowing Selena to kiss her. He took a long intake of breath and could feel his manhood harden instantly, he had made suggestions previously that these two should get together with him; however, he had never actually believed the women would be caught dead with each other.

Gail lay on the bed in a very drunken state, they had moved their party to the bedroom and she had borrowed a vest from Selena to allow her to discard her uncomfortable office wear after the long day she had endured. When she had gotten comfortable and placed her glass of wine down on the beside table, Selena unexpectedly placed her lips on hers and began to kiss her. Gail had sensed the woman's loneliness all night and allowed the kiss to continue for a moment, then sensed that they were being watched and pulled free of the embrace.

Selena regarded Gail confused, this was an innocent enough act and was only a little drunken fun. She had been enjoying the intimacy and was taken aback when Gail abruptly pushed her off her. 'Did I overstep?' she asked, not wanting her unlikely companion to leave her alone.

Gail sighed and shook her head, she knew instantly who was watching them and felt her usual urges begin to rise within her. She had no desire to explore a sexual relationship with this woman; however, she sensed his arousal through the window and her darkness was beginning to stir within her. 'You wanna play a game?' she whispered suggestively, ensuring she could not be heard from outside.

Selena looked at Gail suspiciously, something about her had changed and last time she thought she was getting close to her she ended up in the River. 'I don't know whether I appreciate your type of games Gail'

Gail laughed and feigned a hurt look. 'Oh come on, I know you think about what we get up to...You're curious as I appear so different from him and you can't fathom why he would choose to follow me around like a love sick puppy'

'It is a mystery, I won't lie' Selena shrugged.

'Alright, so let's play and see who caves first...You might just get some clarity and I promise it won't go bad for you' Gail said in a low voice and smiled when Selena nodded in acceptance.

Gail allowed her darkness to come to the surface and turned around so she was facing the bedroom window, then removed her vest to reveal the scars on her back from where Lucas had drew blood her throughout their sexual encounters. She stood tall in just her blue lacy bra and panties, then allowed Selena to stroke the scars on her back.

'Jesus, I think he only bit down on me hard enough to leave a mark once' Selena confessed while running her fingers over the four marks gently.

Gail laughed as the strokes on her back tickled. 'I've told you before, you have no idea who I really am and what I'm capable of...' she said pulling down her panties slightly to reveal her toned behind, '...There's more'

Selena let her hand trail down to Gail's firm cheeks and spotted the nail imprints where the grip on her had clearly been so tight that the nails pierced her skin. 'And you accept him hurting you this way?' she asked curiously.

Gail smiled, then turned around and pushed her onto the bed. She straddled Selena for a moment, then leaned forward and kissed her lips softly.

'Hurtin' is such a judgmental term...Miss Emory here likes it rough and I don't recall her ever complainin'' Lucas said appearing in the bedroom. He had watched as Gail allowed his ex to stroke her back and behind tenderly, then could not resist his urges any longer.

'The more force the better' Gail shrugged, giving Selena a wink and got off the bed to approach her lover.

Lucas inhaled deeply at the mischief in her eyes and gave her a look of warning. 'You've really been a bad girl this time Darlin''

Gail smiled then licked her lips seductively as she looked him up and down, her desire for him was unwavering and she needed him inside of her. 'I can't be held responsible for having to find another release, when my current partner is being so unreasonable' she said as she pushed her darkness back down.

Lucas glanced at Selena who was watching them intently, he could sense her arousal; however, he was more concerned with Gail and the desire that was radiating off her. 'We've been over this Darlin', it's my job to...' he started, then stopped when Gail raised her finger to his lips.

'This broken record is getting boring' she teased, then bit her bottom lip when he took her finger into his mouth and began sucking it.

Lucas nipped at the tip of her finger, then led her to the bed and threw her down next to Selena. He unbuttoned his shirt to reveal his toned chest, then removed his pants and climbed on the bed between them. 'If you're gettin' bored love, I can think of a thing or two we could do to spice up the relationship'

Although Gail was happy to try anything once in their sexual encounters, something within her was possessive of him and could not entertain him being with anyone else. She had chosen to tease him through the window for a reason and had promised Selena this would not come back on her; therefore, she could not punish the woman next to her for drooling at the thought of having her lover again. 'I decide what we do love...' she said propping herself up on her elbows and smiling at his acknowledgment of her using his pet term. '...but first we talk business'

Lucas was focused only on Gail and felt himself become frustrated at the thought of her bringing up business. He was pent up and wanted her now so he moved between her legs, pushed her down and restrained her hands above her head effortlessly. 'This is no time to talk business Darlin', with the way you're goin' I'm gonna punish you right here with our present company to bear witness'

Gail allowed him to restrain her and kept her full focus on him, she would not allow herself to be distracted by Selena as she felt a way in with him and would take advantage of him being off guard due to their present company. 'I wanna see Billy...say yes and I'll let you do whatever you want to me right here' she said softly and nipped at his lips playfully.

Lucas regarded her irritably, he had not expected her to be here like this and he could not push down his desire for her. He considered her request and shrugged, 'I decide what we do? It's a deal Darlin'' he said and pushed her legs further apart with his knees.

Gail had not expected him to give in so easily and felt worry flow through her. 'You decide what you do with me, no-one else Lucas' she corrected the terms.

Lucas laughed and shook his head, he would not be caught in a trap seeming like he wanted to have relations with another woman. Besides, just the thought of Selena being present throughout all of this excited him. 'You think I want anyone else? No, I'm gonna take my time with you and only you...' he said staring deeply into her eyes, '...I'll even go one better and allow Miss Coombs to see her love one more time before the sentencing goes down'

Gail glanced at Selena and could see the woman was too engrossed in their current position to care about Billy at this present time, so she rolled her eyes and turned her attention back to Lucas. 'Well it's settled then, what are you waiting for Master Buck?' she whispered seductively, then let out a soft moan when Lucas ripped off her panties and began playing between her legs with his free hand.

Lucas smiled triumphantly as he watched her begin to unravel at his touch, it had been a while since his love had given herself to him and their current surroundings made this act all the more arousing. He pushed two fingers inside of her and moved them in the desired fashion until she could not control herself any longer and called out his name.

Gail pulled her hands free, then ran them through his caramel blonde hair and pulled him to her for a passionate kiss. She momentarily forgot about Selena's presence and allowed him to enter her unchallenged, then let out a loud moan when he began to push in and out of her slowly.

Lucas ran his hands over her bra and squeezed her breasts tight, then and continued to thrust in and out of her slowly. It was taking all of his effort to force himself to keep up the slow movements; however, he wanted to prove a point and allowing Selena to see them making love would haunt her once the realization set in, as she could never have that with him.

Gail hated this tenderness, she could feel a warmness in the pit of her stomach and tried to push down her longing for him, she had made the deal and she could not try to make him quicken his movements. She felt the barrier she had worked so hard to create around her heart begin to melt and she cursed herself for giving him free reign here.

Lucas began to suck and nip at Gail's neck. The intense pleasure that was surging through him with every thrust was exquisite, he was enjoying this act too much and felt himself begin to soften. Before he allowed weakness to show, he instinctively reached for Selena's hand and moved it between her legs. He smiled at her sharp intake of breath, then turned his attention back to his love.

Gail had witnessed Lucas' attention waiver, then became aware of their present company again. She was horrified that she had allowed Selena to watch them, then her darkness broke through allowing her to feel excitement and she clawed at Lucas' back in acceptance of the act.

Lucas sensed her end was near and knew she wanted him to speed up, so he gave in to her unspoken request and began to thrust in and out of her roughly. He called her name as he felt her nails pierce his skin and draw blood, the build up to their finish was so intense that he had to nuzzle his head into her neck and bite down hard when his climax came. He tasted her blood in his mouth and licked her wound instinctively, this would be another scar he was proud as they indicated she was his.

Gail panted with him heavy on her chest, then inhaled deeply when he lifted up slightly to allow some air into her lungs. When his lips came down on hers she kissed him passionately and closed her ears to the sound of Selena's release.

Lucas smiled down at her devilishly, then searched the room for something to clean her up with and dragged her off the bed in the direction of the kitchen.

'Wait...' Gail protested, '...I said I wouldn't leave her alone'

Selena sat up on the bed, not believing that she had allowed them to perform the act on her bed while she watched. 'I'll be fine, just go' she said in a haze.

Gail picked up her clothes and began to dress, as Lucas began to pull her out of the bedroom she turned back towards Selena. 'Don't forget, you've got a free pass to visit Billy tomorrow'

Lucas laughed and turned towards both women. 'I don't believe anyone is thinkin' about Billy-boy at this present time Darlin', you just ponder over what you've witnessed Miss Coombs while I take my love to have some proper fun' he teased, then headed out of the house with Gail.

-To be continued-