Author's Note: This story is based off the hit soap One Life to Live, yet the "history" has been changed somewhat to suit the purposes of this story. Not all the parts of this story will contain erotic sex scenes as there is a plot. First and foremost, this story is a romance/drama, not a sex story.

Also, I'd like to note that I do not own ABC's One Life to Live or the characters and I will NOT be receiving any payment whatsoever for writing this story. It is intended for entertainment purposes only.

~~Kim and Stacy's Apartment~~

It took Stacy a minute to finally speak as she was in deep state of shock after having heard Kim's confession. "Kim, did I just hear you right?" questioned Stacy. "Did you just say you are in love with me?"

Looking into Stacy's beautiful blue eyes, Kim looked extremely apprehensive. She had no clue how Stacy was going to react to the news. Would this be the end of their wonderful, amazing friendship? If it was, Kim was going to be heartbroken.

Stacy plopped herself down in the nearest chair, looking completely dazed. An expression of worry upon her face, Kim went to her side. Kneeling down, she took Stacy's hand into hers. "Speak to me, Stace. Tell me you hate me. Tell me to get the fuck out. Anything! I just can't take the silence," Kim said frantically.

"I don't hate you, Kim. I could never hate you. You're my best friend... and I love you VERY much," Stacy said quietly.

"I just don't know what to say. I never expected this. How long have you... known?" asked Stacy as she searched Kim's eyes.

"I think I have always known; I just wasn't ready to admit it to myself. You always had a guy on your mind... and I was always trying to help you get him. Whatever made you happy, Stacy; that's what I wanted..." Kim explained. "I was content then, just trying to do whatever you needed to find happiness..."

"But then you fell through the ice, and you almost died... and in that moment, I realized; there is no one I love like I love you. I'd do anything for you, Stacy! Anything!" Kim said passionately. "So, if you want me to shut up about this and never mention it again, just say the word. We will forget I ever said it."

Stacy shook her head. "No, I can't forget it, Kim."

Kim stood up quickly, pacing the floor. "I meant to tell you the moment you woke up from your coma, but I chickened out. My God, I've been going crazy, Stacy! I want you so much!"

"Why didn't you tell me?"

"Because I was afraid. Afraid I'd lose you and your friendship. Whatever happens, I don't wanna lose you, Stace."

"You'll never lose me, Kim. I just need some time to think about this..." Stacy said softly. "Never in a million years did I think-."

"Don't tell me you never thought about it..."

"Well, we have made out before, on stage, at the strip bar."

Kim grinned a little. "Yeah, that was so hot. You seemed really into it, Stace. We just never talked about it afterwards. I never told you how much I wanted you... how much I wanted 'us.'"

Rising to her feet, Stacy began to slowly approach Kim. "How much DO you want it, Kim?" she asked quietly.

"So much," Kim responded as Stacy was now only about a foot away. "More than anything..."

Looking into each other's eyes, something passed between them. Heat, desire, and something momentous. Their lips almost touched, but then suddenly they were interrupted by someone's knock upon the door.

"Ohhh no... not now!" Kim grumbled when the persistant knocking continued.

"I think that's Oliver and Kyle," Stacy said as now the moment between them had been completely ruined.

Stacy walked to the door and pulled it open. She was right. Oliver and Kyle stood at the door, looking so happy and holding hands. "Hey," said Oliver. "We're here to pick up Sierra Rose."

"Sure, come in," Stacy said. "I'll go get her. Be right back."

Stacy disappeared into the spare bedroom to get her daughter, leaving Kim alone with Oliver and Kyle. "Something wrong?" Kyle asked Kim, noticing her odd expression.

"Everything's just fine," Kim responded, avoiding his eyes which led him to believe that something was in fact bothering her.

Kyle looked concerned as he approached Kim and placed his arm around her. "Hey, Kim, if there's something troubling you.. you can talk to me," he assured her.

"Thanks, Kyle," said Kim nervously, because she had no clue how to broach this subject with anyone. She had to find out how Stacy felt first. So much was riding on Stacy's answer.

Stacy came out, a sleeping Sierra Rose in her arms. She gently handed the little girl to Oliver who lovingly accepted the precious bundle. He smiled down at his sweet little girl. "Thanks for keeping her tonight, Stacy. It really means a lot to Kyle and me," Oliver said.

"Anytime," responded Stacy as she walked Oliver and Kyle over to the door. "Good night."

"See ya," Stacy said as she quietly closed the door behind them.

Turning back around, Stacy gave her full attention to Kim. "Let's talk-," Stacy began, but Kim interrupted her.

"Just forget it, okay, Stace? Forget I ever said it. Forget I even FELT it," Kim said, her voice rising as it was tinged with sadness and anger. "I never got what I wanted in my life. Not even once! But the thing I wanted most of all was you."

"I was stupid to think you'd ever want me, too." And with those tragic words, Kim began to walk away.

But she didn't get too far as Stacy came up behind her, placing her hands on Kim's shoulders to swiftly twist her around. "You're wrong, Kim," spoke Stacy as she gazed deeply into Kim's dark eyes. "I want to give this a chance. I want to give US a chance."

"What are you saying?" Kim asked softly, afraid to hope.

"I want to be with you, Kim," answered Stacy. "But I am afraid..."

"Afraid? Why?"

"Because you mean so much to me... and I don't want either one of us to get hurt."

"I'd never hurt you, Stacy. I promise," said Kim as she drew Stacy into her arms.

"But I might hurt you," Stacy said softly with sorrow.

"It's worth the risk to me. Just give us a chance," Kim implored. This was all she wanted. Stacy- she only wanted Stacy.

Moments passed, and Kim held her breath, waiting, while Stacy just stood there, so silent.

"Stacy?" Kim prompted.