A/N – Thank you all so much for the reviews and added my story I can't tell you how much it keeps my brain churning out more plot line for this story, it may be the first one I actually complete! Probably gonna heat things up between Buffy and Faith this chapter, specifically at the end, so there is your warning. Remember I'm just a poor chick who is having fun, don't sue I own nothing! Enjoy the chapter and please R&R!
Chapter 4 – Courting Buffy
As Buffy and Faith sat outside gazing up at the stars they chatted about life in general and what they had done in the last few years before they were interrupted by a young slayer's voice.
"Hey lovebirds, we are starving here…can you guys separate for a bit so we can decide on dinner plans?" Kennedy demanded
"Damn…I forgot about them" Faith teased
"We could easily get rid of her…." Buffy winked at Faith
"How do you plan to do that…" Kennedy whined
"Like this" Buffy stated before pulling Faith into another passionate kiss meant to disgust the younger girl and give the two women more time together and of course…it worked
"Jesus…Willow they are making out…I can't be subject to that…you try" Kennedy yelled out as she stomped like a child back inside.
Faith laughed against Buffy's mouth and pulled back, "Nicely done B".
"Well I try…" Buffy smirked again wrapping her arms around Faith and leaning into her some more. "…I guess we should actually go in I'm kinda hungry now that Kennedy mentioned it"
Faith just laughed and kissed Buffy's forehead before getting out of the chair and pulling Buffy up with her. They strolled back into the house hand in hand which grins covering their face from ear to ear. It was decided that they would use the new grill out back to cook up some burgers for the gang. Buffy was not only excited to eat but also to test out her new outdoor kitchen and gazebo bar of the back porch. She had designed the back yard so that off the kitchen a slider opened to a huge porch and deck that surrounded the pool. The gazebo and kitchen were off the deck to the right and a huge seating area also was included. Buffy knew Boston winters could be brutal so she wanted a backyard that could entertain the entire summer while it was here. Faith teased her that she would have to learn to cook now that she had designed this massive culinary dream but Buffy pouted saying "that or I can just get someone to cook for me" as she pinched Faith's cheeks.
Buffy also opened the bar and cracked open some beer for everyone, except Dawn who would have to wait a few more years before she could join her sister in libations. The group sat on the deck in the warm summer air enjoying the atmosphere and talking about their lives. The group socialized past midnight never once feeling tired or wanting to leave each other's company. Faith sat close to Buffy the entire time having a hand on the girl's leg or arm just to be in contact with her. Buffy's smile told Faith she wouldn't have it any other way. Meanwhile Xander and Dawn were whispering in the corner plotting their next move.
Shortly after 12:30 in the morning Buffy excused herself to the bathroom and Xander and Dawn decided that they needed to put their plan in motion. After speaking to Faith and causing the brunette to laugh and immediately join the plan, Xander moved towards the doorway that led to the house. Buffy upon returning found Faith and Dawn standing at the pool's edge looking across the property and obviously in discussion. "What you guys looking at?" she asked confused "ahhhhh…." And with that Xander snuck from behind Buffy picking her up and rushing her to the poolside.
"Time to christen this pool Buff" he laughed hysterically as he threw the blonde in
Buffy stunned for a moment came back to the surface with a look of utter shock on her face only to find her friends and sister rolling in fits of laughter on the deck. As mortified as she was she couldn't help but join them, "dammit you guys….ha ha…I should have known when I saw you two whispering…" she pointed at Xander and Dawn. She locked eyes with Faith who was now knelt down by the water's edge smiling wide at the scene that had unfolded before her. Buffy swam over to her, "well don't just stand there help me out of this pool missy…I can't believe you were in on this…you're supposed to protect me…"
"Don't worry B you're fine….I wouldn't have let them do it if I didn't think you were" she teased as she extended a hand to the soaking wet blonde below her. However as Buffy took her hand her eyes sparkled with deceit and she quickly jerked Faith down causing the brunette to lose her balance and topple into the pool right along side of her. Buffy laughed maniacally as Faith resurfaced with the same look of shock and soakyness she was experiencing.
"Hell ya Cannonball" Xander yelled as he jumped into the pool with Dawn following shortly after.
"Guys we shouldn't be swimming so late…" Willow began to protest as she looked to her girlfriend for support.
"Yea pool is bad guys…." Kennedy joked as she wrapped her arms behind Willow facing her towards the pool, "oh who am I kidding?" and she pushed the red headed Wiccan into the warm pool water before jumping in too. The group swam around the heated pool for a few minutes laughing at themselves and each other.
Faith pushed Buffy up against the pool's edge after a moment so they were both standing, "you are so in trouble for that…" she teased as she kissed Buffy's forehead.
"Whatever, you deserved it, plotting against me…you're supposed to be on my side" she winked before capturing Faith's lips. "Plus…can't say you're not enjoying it now babe"
"Very true B"
After the pool fun Xander and Dawn retired into the house to change clothes and then headed downstairs to the game room for some intense air hockey playing. Kennedy and Willow obviously turned on by the wetness and a chance to take a hot shower together retired to their bedroom where they stayed for the rest of the evening. Faith helped Buffy out of the pool finally and followed her upstairs to the master bedroom and bath. Buffy's bedroom was an Italian palace replica with warm tones and beautiful artwork on the walls. The room contained a large four post dark wood bed with red and cream linens. There was a small sitting area near a bay window that faced the east as well as a beautiful dark wood dressers and armoires. Faith felt an immediate rush of comfort and warmth as she entered the room and began looking at the artwork that adorned the walls. Buffy just watched Faith take in the room as she pulled out two sets of clothes and headed into the bathroom, "I'll just be a minute…here" she handed Faith some sweats and a tank top, "can't have you catching cold can we?"
"Thanks B…no I guess we can't" she kissed her softly taking the clothes from the blonde. As Buffy changed in the bathroom Faith did the same in the bedroom still memorized by the artwork, one in particular that hung near Buffy's bed. It was a painting of a beautiful archway, obviously in Italy somewhere, with two women centered in the picture. One a blonde, the other a slightly taller brunette they were holding hands and kissing as a beautiful sun set behind them. Faith couldn't help but stare deeper into the simple painting and feel a sense of familiarity. The colors and the women made a small tingle develop in her stomach as she took in the painting and its components.
"It's us…" Buffy interrupted her thoughts, "You and me…I painted it when I first moved to Italy…all I could see in my mind was you and this was a way to see you all the time outside of my crazy brain ." She walked up behind to Faith wrapping her arms around the waist of the brunette and kissed her shoulder as she held her tight. Faith smiled at the contact and moved her arms to cradle Buffy's around her midsection as they both stared at the painting.
"You paint B? God this is good…who knew?" Faith said as she flipped around to face the blonde again. "You did all these…." She scanned the room, "These are really beautiful, you've been holding out your talents on me" she teased.
"Nah actually never knew I could do it, just picked it up with all that art and culture over there…and yea I guess they are pretty good."
"Well I'll be dammed…beautiful and talented" Faith laughed as she kissed Buffy once again. This time the kiss went from gentle to passionate in 2.3 seconds flat. Buffy gave in as Faith pushed her against the post of the bed letter her hands settle on the hem of Faith's shirt. Faith moaned and pulled back not wanting to rush the moment. "No…no…taking it slow remember?" she protested.
Buffy was obviously turned on but knew her counterpart was right, "yea yea I know…no mind blowing hot sex…yet" she winked at Faith who blushed considerably.
"Hey don't pressure me, I don't want to disappoint you when the time comes" Faith stated in her true smart ass fashion.
"Not a chance in hell of that F…didn't you say mad skills?" Buffy teased. "I'm kidding I'm kidding" she added as Faith's brow furrowed.
"So what now?" Faith asked smirking at Buffy, "Sleep?"
"Sleep for sure…"
The two women climbed into the large bed engulfing themselves beneath the blankets and sheets. Faith lay facing Buffy her right arm tucked neatly under the pillow while her left hung over Buffy's stomach. Buffy lay the same way only reversed and nuzzled into Faith's neck breathing in the scent of the beautiful woman she had wanted to share a bed with for the last four years. The two drifted off to sleep quickly after their busy day and night. That night there were no nightmares, no wishful dreams, no outside prophecies…there was only comfort.
The next morning…
Buffy awoke shortly after 8 am to a comforting feeling unlike any other and opened her eyes to meet the open eyes of Faith staring back at her. She smiled and kissed Buffy's forehead coaxing her to wake up fully. Buffy looked down to see Faith had changed out of the sweats and back into her now dry jeans and tank top from the day before. Buffy frowned at Faith causing the brunette to chuckle. "Where are you going?" Buffy whined.
"I have to get home and change for my shift that starts in a few hours…come on don't look at me like that…" Faith caressed the blonde's check before pinching it softly, "It's just work…you can't get rid of me that easy…besides there is something I wanna show you tonight" Faith sat up in the bed smiling down at Buffy below her.
"Oh yea, a surprise, you know I like those" Buffy sat up now to meet Faith's eyes with excitement.
"Yes a surprise"
"What is it?"
"Kinda defeats the term surprise"
"Hint maybe?" Buffy protested
"Ummm…ok…well let's just say you're not the only one with hidden talents"
"That's a hard hint"
"Well then you will have to meet me at Bennett's Bar tonight at 10 pm to find out"
"You're not a dancing girl like coyote ugly style are you?"
"No"
"Damn"
"Ok gorgeous I have to go"
"Aw, you called me gorgeous"
"Well you are"
"So are you"
"I know…that's why we fit together so perfectly" Faith kissed Buffy as she retreated off the bed
"Wait one more thing" Buffy said as she pulled back to the bed
"What"
"This" and Buffy pulled Faith back so that she was on top of her and kissed her passionately seeking entrance with her tongue which of course Faith didn't deny. Buffy moaned as she held Faith tight. Faith's lips tasted so sweet to Buffy that she could have kissed them for hours…
"Ok..mmm…ok…that's it blondie…" Faith pulled back reluctantly, "trying to get me to stay huh?"
"That obvious?"
"Just a little…not that I'm complaining…but someone has to earn the bread around here"
"Ever thought about that statement…how does one earn bread or win bread for that matter"
"Not really, but apparently you have…"
"Shut it…." Buffy pouted
"God I hate when you do that…" Faith rolled her eyes and pressed her lips to the pouted ones below her. Who was Faith kidding she had waiting so long for this Buffy wouldn't have to try that hard to coax a few more smooches out of her. Finally after 10 more minutes of kissage the two separated and Faith headed back to her place. She had a special surprise in store for Buffy tonight and she wanted to be extra prepared before she started her shift.
Buffy entered the kitchen after a shower to find Dawn and Xander in a hot debate about the better type of wheat bread in the pantry. Buffy rolled her eyes and poured herself some coffee as she sat at the counter listening to their antics.
"So Buffster, you and Faith sleeping in a big bed last night…how did that go…any hanky panky so to speak" Xander teased
"If there was you would be the last to know"
"Gross…my sister getting some…yuck…"
"Whatever Dawn like I couldn't hear you yell Tony's name out a few time back in Italy"
"Wha….what….we were quiet…oh my god…."
"Thin walls my dear thin walls."
"Wow sounds like the sister bonding time just went from good to bad to ugly" Xander added in
"Ha very true Xan" Dawn stated trying to rid her face of redness from the bright blushing it was doing.
"Hey I didn't ask for it friends" Buffy simply stated, "but seriously Faith and I just slept nothing more well aside from some hot kissin" she smiled widely. Just then Willow emerged with that after sex glow about her, "Why don't you guys harass Wills, she obviously had her bell rang last night" and with that Buffy hoped off the stool and headed to the living room. She could feel a blushing Willow eyeing her as she left and heard Xander and Dawn laugh loudly before beginning the inquisition.
Buffy spent the day settling a few things out in her new home. Her shoulder had fully healed already and the gash was healing nicely as well, hopefully the scar wouldn't be too bad. She moved from room to room checking to see if all her items had made the trip safely and were put away properly. She had become quiet the house keeper in her time liking everything in its spot and tidy, thanks a lot mom.
Later that afternoon the group all traveled over to the local mall to pick up some new digs. Buffy was looking for something hot to wear that evening to the bar for Faith's surprise and decided on a amazing sleeveless dress, pink of course with reddish stripes that went to her mid thigh. She bought an incredible pair of shoes to match as well and something sexy for underneath. Hey just because they weren't having sex yet doesn't mean Buffy couldn't have some lingerie fun with Faith she thought to herself.
They also hit up the grocery store stocking up on more goodies for the rest of the week. With Faith, Buffy and Kennedy fixing to spend time in the house this week there would need to be a large quantity of things to snack on. The group returned to the house a little before 6 pm and made a quick pasta dinner before heading to their respective rooms to get ready for the night out. Dawn was excited because she would actually be able to get into the bar due to Faith's request with the manager, she would have to wear a tacky neon wrist band but who cares she was going to a bar. She decided on a skirt and tank top that she was sure would fit in with the older crowd. Willow wore a dress that complemented Kennedy's jeans and button down shirt nicely. Xander chose his patent khakis and dark t-shirt with a light blue button down over top. Everyone was eagerly awaiting Buffy downstairs towards 9; however the blonde was having issues with the finishing touches on her outfit. Her hair wouldn't set the way she wanted and she wanted to pick the right earrings of course. She took 20 extra minutes just flat ironing one section of hair that refused to cooperate before the gang downstairs threatened to leave without her.
They entered the bar about quarter to 10 to find Faith by the bar with a group of guys, she felt Buffy as soon as she walked through the doors and turned to the stunning woman before her. Faith's mouth went dry as the sexiest thing she had seen approached her. Apparently the gathering of guys with her felt the same way as they stood speechless as Buffy walked casually up to Faith pressing a soft kiss to her lips. Faith smiled turning back to the young men with a look of "yea that's right she's with me" all over her face.
"Guys I would like you to meet my…meet Buffy…B this is Billy. Connor and Mac"
"Hi I'm Buffy… Faith's girlfriend" she extended her hand to the three men and then winked at Faith hoping she caught the labeling.
"Nice to meet you" they exchanged pleasantries "Faith we're gonna go get set up k?" and then headed towards the back of the bar
"Girlfriend huh?"
"Too soon?"
"Not at all, its gonna make my surprise way better now" she kissed Buffy again "Ok I have a table set up for you come on" Buffy took in the sight of Faith's body leading her around. She had on her classic black leather pants and a red bandana pattern tank on. She was beyond beautiful to Buffy and of course she wasn't minding the view from behind at all. Faith led them to a table near a stage towards the back of the bar. There were a set of drums, two guitars, a bass and microphones. It wasn't hard to see that Faith would be serenading Buffy and the gang apparently with some cool band. "Ok…you guys can see me from here so I ordered you a round to start and enjoy the show"
"Wait you're singing on stage?" Buffy smirked towards Faith
"Told you I had hidden talents" Faith leaned kissed her again and headed up to the stage.
"Hi we're 'Risky Permission…welcome to Bennett's" Mac said as he took his place behind the front microphone. Faith picked up a guitar and stood to his right while Bill and Connor picked up the bass and sat behind the drums respectively. "We would like to welcome Faith's friends here tonight and we hope they and you enjoy the show"
Cheers from the crowd overtook the bar as the band started to play. Buffy hollered as Faith winked at her from stage as she strummed her guitar and added in the background vocals. The band played an amazing set with some covers from classic rock intermixed with some new covers as well and then of course their own stuff that sounded a lot like The Shins, Reliant K and Boys Like Girls to Buffy. After what was like an hour and a half the band announced their last performance would be a solo by Faith who pulled out a stool and acoustic guitar and sat facing the crowd in the middle of the stage. "Thanks Mac, ok this is a song is dedicated to my girl B…welcome home"
Faith began to strum lightly as she smiled at Buffy and winked at her before beginning to sing:
I've been beaten
down, I've been kicked around,
But she takes it all for me.
And
I lost my faith, in my darkest days,
But she makes me want to
believe.
They call her love, love, love, love, love. Well I had my ways,
they were all in vain, They call her love, love, love, love, love. And
when that world slows down, dear.
They call her love, love, love, love, love.
She is love, and
she is all I need.
She's all I need.
But she waited patiently.
It was all
the same, all my pride and shame,
And she put me on my
feet.
They
call her love, love, love, love, love.
They call her love, love,
love, love, love.
She is love, and she is all I need.
And when those stars burn out,
here.
Oh she'll be here, yes she'll be here,
She
is love, and she is all I need,
They call her
love, love, love, love, love.
They call her love, love, love,
love, love.
They call her love, love, love, love. love.
She is love, and she is all I
need,
She is love, and she is all I need.
When the song ended the crowd erupted in whistles and applause including Buffy who stifled back the tears in her eyes after hearing Faith sing the words to her. It was like no one else was around in the room as Faith just gazed at Buffy from the stage. Thank you Buffy mouthed to Faith as she clapped for her girlfriend and Faith winked back.
Faith jumped off the front of the stage to meet her Buffy's arms waiting to embrace her. The rest of the band headed to the bar patting Faith on the back as they walked past. Xander, Dawn, Willow and Kennedy shared their thoughts of surprise and awe with Faith as she smiled holding tightly to Buffy's waist as she received her compliments. The group then headed over to bar to grab a few more drinks and talk more. After another hour of so the group decided to call it a night even though Dawn was demanding she could go all night…thanks to Faith who had let her steal a few sips of the whiskey she was drinking. Buffy elbowed Faith seeing her little sister a bit intoxicated but laughed it off when Faith flashed those damn dimples. Faith drove Buffy and Dawn home in the jeep while the rest of the gang piled into Buffy's Landrover…also a gift from the council's unlimited funds. They made it home again well after 1:00am and Dawn was easily coaxed to her bed since the whisky was now not settling well. The rest of the group sat in the living room chatting about Faith's new lease on life and Buffy's job that would start in a couple weeks. Buffy and Faith sat on the couch as close as possible as the group just gossiped and joked like they had been together for years. When Xander's yawn silenced the crowd it was decided to be bed time for the adults. Faith cleaned up the wine glasses and beer bottles as Buffy got ready for bed upstairs. Faith started the dishwasher and ran outside to grab her backpack full of overnight clothes and a toothbrush, this time prepared for an overnight stay with B.
She climbed the stairs saying goodnight to Willow as she passed her in the hallway. She reached Buffy's bedroom and knocked lightly, "B you decent?" she asked as she walked in only to find a not so innocent scene in front of her. Buffy was laying on the bed on her side wearing a dark red panty and bra lace set that had Faith's jaw dropping for the minute go. "I take that as a no…" was all Faith could choke out as she dropped her bag on the floor backing the door closed staring at Buffy.
"Come here…" Buffy commanded using her finger to gesture to Faith.
"Buffy…wow…you look amazing…but I thought you said slow" Faith was glued to the spot by the door not able to lift her legs.
"That was before…this is now"
"What do you mean?"
"Faith, I want you… I don't care about waiting I mean we have waiting long enough. I know you and you know me, we always have, there is no reason to deny our physical needs" she smirked as she slid off the bed and stalked over to Faith who still could not move. "Besides you sang that song Faith…I know your intentions" she teased as she moved her hands on either side of the Faith against the door.
Faith closed her eyes as the corners of her mouth tilted up, "Are you trying to seduce me?"
"You bet your cute little ass I am"
"And if I was to refuse?"
"Not a chance in hell…mad skills are not monopolized by only you F" Buffy now was pulling Faith towards the bed, walking backwards so that her eyes never left the brunettes.
"Well…with an offer like that…" Buffy's mouth caught Faith's in mid sentence as she passionately kissed her before she could finish her statement. "Are you sure B?" Buffy moved from Faith's mouth to kiss along her jaw line, cheek and moved to her ear
"Faith…yes…make love to me" Buffy whispered to Faith.
Faith needed no words after that; she lifted the blonde onto the bed locking her lips in the process. She gently laid Buffy down making sure to cradle her head as they fell into the bed. There was no rush or roughness which surprised Buffy somewhat, it seems that Faith was her complete opposite self in the bedroom taking time slowly and sensually. Faith enjoyed the now lightly shaking body of Buffy as she let her hands travel from Buffy's face to her neck and then to her hips leaving goose bumps in the wake of her hands over Buffy's abdomen.
"You're wearing too many clothes" Buffy moaned out causing Faith to break their kiss and smile. She leaned back straddling Buffy on the bed and winked at her before removing her shirt exposing her chiseled abs and a simple black bra. Buffy smiled as she reached for Faith again this time placing her hands on the other girl's hips above her pants. Faith dipped her head to capture Buffy's neck at her pulse point as she sucked and kissed the girl having every intention of leaving a mark to remember the next day. As she worked on Buffy's neck, the blonde took the initiative to unclasp Faith's bra allowing it to fall off her arms as Faith leaned up and discarded it to the floor. Pulling Buffy to a seated position Faith did her girlfriend the same service and removed the red lace that separated her from Buffy's perfect breasts.
Faith sunk slightly running her tongue down Buffy's chest taking time to please both sides of the woman's breasts before she pushed her back to the bed. Faith unclasped her leather pants and pulled them off throwing them off the bed as she then proceeded to discover every inch of Buffy with her hands and tongue. She started with Buffy's neck and then worked her way down finding a comfortable spot between the blonde's thighs. As Faith touched and tasted Buffy she couldn't help think that this is exactly how it should be for the rest of their lives. Feeling Buffy's hips buck with the movement of her hands and tongue, Faith for the first time in her entire life couldn't imagine doing this with anyone else.
Buffy could barely contain herself as Faith pleased her over and over again, it was something she had never felt before. So much pleasure and happiness caused the climax to shake the earth or at least the house. Buffy returned to the favor to her lover over and over again showing no signs of being a "rookie" at this game. Faith couldn't remember a time where she had been so happy or complete as she moaned in ecstasy.
In the next room Dawn slept soundly as did the rest of the gang down the hall as Buffy for some reason had made sure to soundproof her bedroom…not knowing it would come in so handy.
TBC
A/N – Ok hope you liked this update, had to sex it up a bit! The song is Parachute's 'She Is Love' – check it out if you don't know it!
