Hey Everyone!

I want to apologize that it took me so long to update! Work has been crazy. I havent really had any time over the last couple weeks.

I do want to thank everyone for the faves and follows! I really appreciate it.

That being said, I know this chapter three was supposed to be the chapter where Felicity and Oliver met but as I was writing the chapter it started to get too long for my liking so I decided to split this into two parts.

I am working on Chapter 4 as we speak and it should be up by tomorrow night. I thank you for your patience.

This chapter covers Olivier and Felicity getting ready for the evening as well as the beginning of their evening at Verdant.

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hOliver opened the door to his loft and placed his bag on the kitchen counter. It was around four in the afternoon. He told Tommy he would meet him at the club around seven in order to help him out with any last minute things before Verdant opened, meaning he had a few hours to relax before he had to leave.

Oliver walked over to his liquor cabinet grabbed a glass and poured himself some whiskey. He walked out the glass doors and stood on the balcony looking out at the city. He couldn't wait to celebrate with his friends tonight. God knows he needed it. The academy was tough and he was looking forward to letting loose a little with the people he cared about the most.

After finishing his glass, Oliver went back inside and headed towards his home gym. He wanted to get a workout in before going out that night. Working out had become an escape for Oliver. It helped him relax and forget about his problems. Before he knew it the clock read five thirty and Oliver realized he needed to get ready.

Oliver took a quick shower and got dressed. As he was putting on his shoes he heard his doorbell ring.

"It's open!" He yelled.

"OLLIEEEE WHO IS READY TO PARTYYYYY!?" Thea yelled through the loft.

He came down the stairs and met his sister in the kitchen.

He took one look at her and automatically went into protective big brother mode.

Thea was wearing a sleeveless black velvet dress that came to her mid thigh and a deep V-neck front. She was also wearing heels that were so high she was almost as tall as him.

He cleared his throat. "Isn't that dress a little…uh..too much?"

Thea laughed. "Oh Ollie I appreciate the protectiveness, but that's not needed, I'm a big girl. No need to worry, Roy will be behind the bar tonight and just like you he wont let anyone get out of line. By the way, I'm loving the suit. Charcoal grey really works for you, maybe you will find a new lady tonight and we can finally rid ourselves of the thought of Laurel making a reappearance."

"Thanks you Speedy, but you know Laurel and I haven't really been on good terms in over a year."

"I know Ollie, but still, she always tries to find a way to weasel back in and it always happens when things are going good, like now, you have a bright future ahead of you and I don't want her to bring you down."

"I know, but trust me. I am over Laurel Lance. I want nothing to do with her romantically anymore. And maybe you are right, maybe I will meet a new lady tonight." He winked.

Just as Oliver finished his sentence, Thea's phone started to ring.

"Hello. Oh hey John. Yea, I'm at his apartment right now. Yep. We will be right down. K. See you in a few. Bye."

"I'm guessing John and Lyla are here."

"Yep! Now let's go and celebrate big brother and maybe find you a woman!"

Oliver just shook his head. He lead his sister out the door and locked it behind him.

They hopped into the backseat of John's jeep.

"Damn Thea, you look good." Lyla said from the front seat.

"Why thank you, my lady. You look pretty hot yourself." Thea fired back.

"Does this mean I have to tell Oliver how handsome he looks?" John said as he pulled away from Oliver's building and headed downtown towards Verdant.

Everyone laughed. "Why thank you Dig, I wore this suit just for you." Oliver joked.

As they drove, they continued to chatter away about the night ahead. Oliver noticed Thea was typing frantically away on her phone.

"What are you up to Speedy? What's with all the texting?" Oliver asked.

"Oh well I think our celebratory party just got a little larger." Thea answered.

"How so?" Lyla asked, sounding excited at the prospect.

"Well remember Roy's older step brother, Jay. He works over at Star Labs. Tommy owed Roy a favor so Roy got Jay and a bunch of his friends onto the guest list for tonight. Since they really aren't going to know anyone else and Roy will be working, he asked if Jay and his friends can join our group tonight. I know its yours and Digg's and Sara's night to celebrate, but would you mind Ollie?"

"Of course not Thea, the more the merrier." Oliver said, with John nodding in agreement.

"And when did Sara ever have a problem with more people to party with." Digg tossed in.

"Awesome! Thanks guys you are the best! I will let Roy know!" Thea exclaimed, just as they pulled up to the VIP parking area outside Verdant.

All four exited John's jeep and headed towards the entrance. It was just after seven and the club was officially opening at nine, meaning they all two hours to help Tommy put the finishing touches on the club before the floors were flooded with people.

Once inside the club, Thea quickly made her way to behind the main bar to greet Roy with a quick kiss.

"Hey beautiful." Roy said in reply.

Oliver made his way over to Roy.

"Roy, good to see you." He said as they shook hands.

"You too Oliver, congratulations on graduating by the way, I'm sorry I couldn't be there."

"Thanks Roy. I understand. Its not your fault your boss is a slave driver." Oliver joked.

"Speak of the devil and he shall appear." Tommy exclaimed from the top of the stairs that led up to his office.

Everyone greeted each other with hugs.

"Where is Sara?" Thea asked. "Oh and did she ask Nyssa to come with her tonight?"

"No idea." Lyla answered.

"Was someone asking about me?"

Everyone turned around to see Sara, dressed in a skin tight navy blue dress and silver heels. Her hair was down and curled to frame her face. Behind her stood a tall, gorgeous brunette with the bone structure anyone would envy.

"Guys, this is Nyssa, my date. Nyssa, this is Oliver, his sister Thea, Tommy, John and his wife Lyla. Oh and behind the bar is Thea's boyfriend Roy and the best bartender ever."

"Its nice to finally meet you! I've heard so much about you!" Thea yelled, with everyone else agreeing with the sentiment.

"Well I hate to break up this party, but do you guys mind helping me out with a couple little things." Tommy asked.

"Not at all buddy, what do you need." Oliver answered.

Tommy instructed everyone in small odd jobs here and there to ready the club for opening.

After everything was done, he and Oliver made there way to the bar.

"Thanks for doing this buddy, I appreciate it." Oliver said as he patted Tommy on the back.

"No need to thank me Oliver. I'm proud of you. You deserve this. And who knows maybe you'll find someone to kiss a midnight. I mean it is New Years Eve after all." He winked.

Oliver chuckled. "What is it with everyone trying to set me up tonight. You know I haven't had much luck recently."

"I know dude. I mean Laurel, McKenna, Helena and lets not forget Isabel. That's a horrible track record, but I have a good feeling about tonight. Trust me. My instincts are never wrong." Tommy said as he took another sip of his bourbon.

Oliver punched his arm. "Gee thanks, man. But if I do remember correctly, weren't you the one who said and I quote, "You better fuck that one, her legs go on for miles", in regards to Isabel."

"Okay, okay, okay. Alright I was wrong with Isabel. VERY WRONG. But tonight is different. I can feel it."

"I hope you are right buddy. I really do."

Before everyone knew it, it was 8:55.

"Alright everyone, only 5 minutes till we open. I may not see you much tonight but I want you all to have a great time. Especially you three, motioning to Oliver, Digg and Sara. You guys deserve it." Tommy bellowed.

Everyone cheered and with that the group made their way up to the VIP lounge as Tommy opened the club doors, the lights dimmed and the music began to play.

Felicity sighed as she looked in her closet for something to wear to Verdant tonight. She had been trying to figure out what to wear for the last half hour and nothing was popping out at her. She knew this was a bad idea.

The only good decision she has made so far was pouring a glass of wine as soon as she got home. So here she was glass in hand, frustrated and already trying to think of excuses to get out of going tonight when she heard movement from the living room.

Caitlin and Iris must have let themselves into her apartment with Caitlin's spare key.

"Licity!" She heard Caitlin yell.

"In the bedroom!" Felicity called back.

Iris and Caitlin made there way back to her bedroom with their bags and found Felicity sitting on her bed with a dejected look on her face.

"Okay what's wrong? Out with it." Iris said as she hung her dress on the back of Felicity's bedroom door.

"Guys this was a bad idea. I have nothing to wear. You know I have not been out "clubbing" in ages. My closet highly lacks attire in that department." Felicity sighed.

"I knew you were going to say that, which is why I brought you a present." Caitlin said with a wide grin.

Felicity eyed her suspiciously. "What did you do Snow?"

"Well since I love you so much and I knew you would agree to this weeks ago lets just say I bought you a little something when I was out shopping for my New Years Eve dress and I think you are going to love it."

"Ugh, Caitlin you didn't have to do that. I feel terrible."

"Don't Felicity, you deserve this and I cant wait to see what it looks like on you." Caitlin smiled.

"Well what are you waiting for. Show her already." Iris said from the bathroom. She was wasting no time beginning to get ready by plugging in her curling iron to use on the girl's hair.

"Okay, Licity. Close your eyes." Caitlin said as she began to take the dress she had in the garment bag she brought over.

"Seriously Caitlin is this really nesscescary. You can just show it to me. I'm not five year old."

"Humor me, okay Felicity. I want to see the look on your face and this is going to be the way I get it."

Felicity huffed. "Fine. My eyes are closed. Can't see a thing."

"Good." Caitlin answered. Felicity heard Caitlin getting the dress out of the bag and heard Iris come out of the bathroom, obviously wanting to see her reaction too.

"Okay. You can open them." Caitlin said.

Felicity opened her eyes and she was taken aback. The dress Caitlin was holding was stunning. The dress was completely covered in gold sequins. The front was long sleeved with a scoop neck and looked like it would come down to her mid thigh. The back was what really caught Felicity's attention. The dress was almost completely open. It looked like the material would pick up again right near her tailbone. She started to panic. There is no way she could pull this off. She hasn't worn anything this bold in a while.

"Well, what do you think?" Iris asked.

"Wow. Um I don't know what to say. Caitlin, its beautiful. But it would definitely look better on you. I cant pull this off. I bet Ronnie would love to see you in that. I'm sure he wouldn't be able to keep his hands off you. That dress would be off of you when you got home faster than I can finish this glass of wine."

Caitlin and Iris rolled their eyes as Felicity continued babbling.

"Felicity Meghan Smoak. You will stop this babbling nonsense in 3…2…1. Thank you. And you will be wearing this dress. I bought this dress for you in mind. And you are right this dress may be off of you that quickly tonight after we find you some arm candy to play with." Caitlin winked.

Felicity turned red at that thought. Man she really was rusty. Good lord help any guy who decided to talk to her tonight.

"Don't worry girl we got your back. We won't let any creepers come near you." Iris said.

"Okay, now that this is settled, lets pour some wine and get hot ladies!" Caitlin said.

Three bottles of wine and two hours later the girls were finally ready to go.

Caitlin and Iris both looked stunning. Caitlin was wearing a dark red dress with short cap sleeves, the dress was tight in the bodice and flared at the hips and black high heels adorned her feet. Her hair was done in a simple up do with smoky eye makeup and bright red lipstick. Iris chose to go the darker route. She was wearing a skin tight bandage dress that was dark purple in color, the dress showing an ample amount of cleavage and silver stilettos on her feet. Her hair was all curled and pulled into a low ponytail.

"Damn, we look fine." Caitlin said as she and Iris looked at each other after putting the final touches on their looks.

"Tell me something I don't already know girl." Iris answered.

They both looked at one another and yelled at the same time.

"Your turn Felicity!"

Felicity came out of the bathroom and stood in front of her friends.

"Well, what do you think?"

"Girl if you do not find some hottie tonight something is wrong with the whole male population in Star City. Girl you are Smoakin'. Pun intended." Caitlin said.

Iris nodded in agreement.

Felicity looked at herself in the mirror and she couldn't help but agree. The dress did come down to her mid thigh. She paired the dress with gold heels. The back of the dress was a the real showstopper. The open back came all the way down to the end of spine, leaving her back completely exposed, meaning no bra, but she was going out for New Years, so why not be a little adventurous.

She wore her hair down in soft curls with it pinned to one side. Caitlin convinced her to wear her contacts and she also did her makeup. Felicity was never a big makeup girl so she was glad Caitlin didn't go overboard. She did however add one more addition, her trademark bright pink lipstick completed the look and Felicity couldn't be happier.

Felicity looked at Caitlin and shook her head. "I hate to say this, but you are right. This dress is perfect. I owe you one Cait. Thank you."

"No need to thank me Lis."

"Now I just talked to the boys. They are almost ready to go. Should I call a cab?" Iris asked.

Caitlin and Felicity nodded in agreement.

Fifteen minutes later, the girls piled in the back of the cab and were headed towards Verdant.

"So how did you get us on the guest list, let alone the VIP guest list Snow?" asked Iris while taking a swig of the tequila from her flask as she passed it to Felicity.

Felicity nodded her head as she took a sip and handed in back to Iris.

"You guys have met Jay right. I work with him at Star Labs." Caitlin began.

"Oh yea Jay that really tall one right?" Iris clarified.

"That's the one. Well his younger step brother Roy is the head bartender at Verdant and is good friends with Tommy Meryln the owner. Roy owed Jay a favor so Jay was nice enough to hook us up."

"Caitlin if I didn't know better I would say Jay may have a little crush on you." Felicity chuckled.

"Funny you should mention that Lis because he was the one who asked if you would be joining us. " Caitlin countered.

Felicity paled at that comment. "I don't think so Caitlin, Jay doesn't really seem like my type. Id like to date someone who isn't in the scientific field, maybe into something more exciting."

"You go get what you want girl." Iris exclaimed.

"Really Felicity, Jay is really nice." Caitlin frowned.

"I know Caitlin, I met him, but we had the chemistry of a cardboard box. Thank you but no thank you." Felicity laughed.

"Okay, now that's over who else is going to be there that we know Caitlin since we got into the VIP section." Iris asked as they neared Verdant.

"Well from what Jay said, the VIP section is very exclusive tonight. Something about one of Tommy's friends celebrating a big event. So we get to party with the elite tonight people. Are we ready?" Caitlin asked as the cab pulled up to Verdant.

"As ready as I will ever be." Felicity sighed. Well here goes nothing she thought.

The girls made their way to the VIP line. Iris had gotten a text from Barry saying they were already inside at the main bar with Jay.

After waiting for a couple minutes, the girls made their way into Verdant. The checked their coats and began making their way to the main bar to find the guys. Even though the club had just opened it was already packed. As they walked, Felicity was taken aback by the gorgeous decorations. There were silver and gold streamers as well as fairy lights hanging from the ceiling. The place was gorgeous and she was actually glad her friends convinced her to come out.

Finally after several minutes of pushing and shoving, the girls made it to the bar and found their friends. Hugs and greetings were all exchanged. The exchange between Jay and Felicity was particularly awkward as it was evident Felicity did not want to be involved in the lengthy hug Jay had given her.

Felicity heard Barry chuckle and gave him the death stare as she tried to extract herself from Jay's hug.

"You look great Felicity." Jay said as his eyes raked over her, making her feel slightly uncomfortable.

"Thanks Jay, but if you'll excuse me I'm going to go say hello to Barry." Felicity said as she made a run for it. Hopefully Jay found someone else to attach to or it was going to be a long night.

As soon as Felicity made her way over to Barry she slapped him.

"Ouch. What was that for?" He asked.

"You know exactly what it was for. That was not funny or enjoyable and you know it."

"Okay, okay. I'm sorry. It wont happen again. By the way you look great. I'm glad you decided to come." Barry smiled at her.

"Thank Barry. You look handsome. I'm glad I decided to come too. Thank you for convincing me." Felicity said with a smile.

"Let's get the ladies a drink." Cisco said.

Iris whooped in celebration. "I knew there was a reason I liked you Ramon."

Felicity ordered a whiskey ginger. Not the typical girl drink but she enjoyed it all the same. After chatting a bit by the main bar, they were finally introduced to Jay's step brother Roy, who seemed nice enough. He directed them to the VIP section and told them all they had to do was stop a waitress who would bring them additional drinks. No need to wait in line at the bar.

After thanking Roy, the group made their way back to the VIP section and their group table. It looked like the other VIP group who had the table next to them was here, as there was empty glasses on the table but no one in sight. Felicity couldn't help but wonder who the other group was.

She was brought out of her thoughts by Ronnie challenging Cisco to a beer chugging contest. Felicity rolled her eyes and laughed. She couldn't believe she had never done this with her friends before. She was already having a good time and the night was just beginning.

The group chatted and had a few drinks before Caitlin announced that the girls would now be going dancing.

"Really Caitlin, you know I hate dancing in clubs." Felicity whined.

"Oh stop it. You are coming and that's that. We haven't had a girls dancing night in a while and what better time to make up for it than the present." Caitlin said, as she dragged Felicity to the dance floor as Iris laughed and followed behind them.

The girls began to dance and the Felicity got lost in the music, a little while later, the rest of the group joined their circle, with Ronnie and Cisco competing against each other to see who could do the most silliest dance move. Felicity looked around and made eye contact with Barry. She mouther "Thank you". He smiled back and nodded as the group continued to enjoy their night.

Well thats a wrap for Chapter 3.

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Until next time,

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