Ch:4
Bo
"Owww what happened? Am I dead? Please tell me I at least died in a cool way!" Kenzi whines as she makes her way to the kitchen. "Morning Kenz, coffee?" I slide the mug over to her, which she accepts gracefully. "Some night huh Bo Bo! Man I think I found us a new click to hang out with cause Tam Tam and Hotpants are wild ones! I can feel it in my bones" Kenzi exclaims.
"Hotpants?" I giggle. "Yes, you know who I am talking about! You know I don't swing that way, but have you seen her ass? I mean come on!" Kenzi is looking at me incredulously.
Like I'm blind? Of course I've see Lauren's ass. And her toned arms. And that smile. I can still feel her hand on my hip and her strong, muscular form pressed into me. How her breath felt on my neck when she led me through the bar the following night. I shiver at the thought.
"Umm Bo?" Oh shit, how long have I been reminiscing?! "Sorry Kenz, the booze must be leaving my system still, but yup seen Lauren in pants, mhmm" I busy myself with my coffee.
I don't know what is happening to me. I'm with Dyson. I've never even been attracted to women. But Lauren is one hell of a woman. I smile just thinking about right it felt holder her hand just talking outside of Kimmys.
"Bullshit, what's going on babe? You seem out of it" Kenzi tentatively asks her best friend. "how did your dinner with Dyson go btw? I'm surprised he didn't join you last night at the bar." Kenzi has always pushed for Dyson and I. 'It's fate' she always tells me, but it's been more forced lately. I'm more of a possession to him than an equal.
Relationships aren't always smooth, I get that but me having to force a conversation isn't right. Something is not right. I finally find my voice, "Dinner never happened. He was too busy texting his buddies rather than listen to me. We've just been out of sync lately. And I've been having these strange feelings that I'm not sure what do do with". There, I said it, that wasn't so bad. Kenzi is just staring at me now, uh oh.
She takes a step closer to me, "strange feelings? I know me and Dy are tight but it's me and you Bo. Come on," she takes me back to bed and criss crosses her legs and I mirror her, "what's going on".
Shes so sincere now and I give her a sad smile, "you know that feeling when you see a pair of new boots in a window?" She smiles widely and nods," and you don't have money to spare but you go inside to try them on anyway? And when you try them on they're like heaven? Ugh is this making any sense?" I'm rambling but she just says,"I'm good continue" so I do. " you have to make the decision about the boots... Do I want the boots or do I need the boots? And if I don't get the boots will I miss them if they're gone?" I take a deep breath to tell her about my feelings about Lauren, but she interrupts me. "Ok I'm thinking that you guys are just busy and you need some 'bonding time', you know some bow chicka bow wow" she emphasizes with her hands. This is a mistake telling Kenzi, I love her but she won't understand. "Yeah maybe you're right" I say simply and head towards the shower to begin my day and hopefully sort out my feelings about a certain blonde.
Lauren
After last night and after I nearly confessed my undying love to Bo after a night of drinks, I decided to go for a run with Tamsin. We've been running side by side for the last hour and I'm fucking exhausted. I know Tamsin hurting too when she finally tugs me to stop. "I'm never drinking again! Ahhh!" Tamsin exclaims. "Why are we running so early after a party night anyways? I thought last night was fun" she tells me. "I did have fun" it was after I walked Bo to her door that it went downhill, I finish to myself.
"If you had fun, then why did you drag my ass out of bed? You never run unless you're upset, so spill, Lewis" she proclaims with a pointed finger.
"Nothing" I say calmly with a shrug of my shoulders but she doesn't budge. She knows me all too well. "It's Bo" I say with sad eyes. I feel so many emotions just thinking about Bo. I feel the tears start to form but I blink them away. Tamsins face softens, " Bo? Like Kenzi's Bo? Brunette? Chocolate eyes? Big perky brea-".
"Yes, that's her, my neighbor" I cut her off.
"She's dating Dyson, she's also straight, Lo." I shakes my head and laugh a sad laugh,"I know, I can't help it. I've never felt like this before. It's not like I'm new to dating either, it's just...her."
I know what Tamsin is thinking, hell Im thinking it too. There can't be anything between us. I'm not a home wrecker. "You know I see Dyson at work sometimes right? He's cocky and arrogant. He seems friendly enough but he seems very possessive of his belongings. He is also sneaky though. He acts like he's single, are you sure they are together together and not just friends with benefits?" She tries but I know exactly what they are. "I know what they are but I still can't help how I feel". We make it back to my place and we notice Bo hovering in front of my door.
Tamsin elbows my side and whispers,"I'm just going to head out, it looks as though you have company. But Lo, be careful here. I don't want to see you get hurt." We share a quick fist bump and part ways. I get closer to Bo and she finally looks and me. I melt as we make eye contact. She really s breathtaking. And I'm well, sweaty from my run. Shit. "Good morning Bo."I greet her, but she makes no attempt at it back. She's just looking at me, gosh I probably am grossing her out. "Umm sorry" I begin to get her attention "I just went for a run, I can get cleaned up.
Bo
My God. Look at Lauren Lewis. She's wearing dark red Nike Pro Capri workout pants and a white tank top. Her hair up in a messy pony tail. Sweat, she's sweating head to toe and I can't help but take it in. She looks so damn sexy. I notice a drop of sweat on her neck that makes its way down in between the valley of her breasts. How I envy that drop of moisture. Her white top is a bit see through, and I can see the definition of her taught stomach.
"Hi" I say hoarsely to her. I don't even recognize my own voice at this point. My mouth is so dry. Lauren Lewis is a tall glass of water, and dammit, I'm thirsty. I feel like a teenager who has seen boobs for the first time. But I can't help it, especially when I start to feel the moisture pool between my thighs.
"Bo? Are you alright? You look flushed..." Lauren's hands are on my face and arms and all I can do it nod. Her hands are so delicate but strong at the same time. She has those long fingers of hers on my wrist now with her eyes on her watch. Finally she takes hold of my hand and we are walking into her place.
She places me on the couch and I chance a peek down her top when she leans over. It was just a glimpse but so much more than I expected. She leaves me there and I finally snap out of my haze and trail behind her silently to her kitchen. As she opens the fridge my eyes are glued to her ass. Hotpants indeed, I think to myself.
She turns around quickly with two water bottles and stops on a dime when she realizes I followed her. Her eyes are wide now, no doubt seeing I was ogling her. Finally snapping out of my lustful haze, I reach out for the water bottle. My fingers graze hers. Electric. Tingles. Warmth. I hear her breath hitch and I pull my eyes from our hands to her face.
"Lauren" I look at her and swipe a piece of hair that escaped her ponytail and put it behind her ear. Her eyes grow darker now, matching mine. She steps closer to me still holding on to the bottle connecting us. We're sharing the same breath now. She's intoxicating, everything about her is pulling me in. We haven't even known each other for one solid day, but she feels... She feels like home.
We just stay there, facing each other, not daring to move a muscle. She's just looking at me with the same intensity I am am at her.
All of a sudden Kenzi bursts through Lauren's door with a paper in hand. "I thought you guys would be in here. Did Bo tell you the news?!" She says excitedly. "What are you guys doing? You look guilty."
We string apart realizing how close we actually were. "Bo looked a little flushed outside so I was just getting her a water. Fluids are the best, especially after a night of drinking. Electrolytes are more so, here let me get you a Gatorade" Lauren rambles on. I don't blame her, I'm just as flustered. I can't help but watch her bend in the fridge again. Fuck, she drives me insane. Workout Lauren is yummy.
I feel Kenzi behind me, no doubt watching me but I'm still staring at Lauren. "Hmm, umm Bo?" She looks at me knowingly. Disappointed eyes are trained on me.
"Not now Kenz" I plead. Lauren returns with a blue Gatorade and offers it to me. She tries to avoid my touch but I can't help it. I just need to feel her skin on mine, even if it is just a graze of our hands. I smile widely at the blush the covers her face. She coughs trying to change the topic,"so what did you need to tell me" she's looking at Kenzi now.
The young goth mulls it over. "The police masquerade is here, and we got our invitations!" She squealed with delight. "And don't worry Lauren, Tamsin and most of the detectives are going too so you won't have be stuck with me, Bo, and Dyson."
Dyson. Shit, I'm such an awful girlfriend! Here I am going out of my way to get to get a peek of Lauren while I'm avoiding Dyson at all costs. I need to talk to him. Be honest with him. Sigh.
"Dyson" Lauren mutters. "Umm yeah I'll see if I'm available, I actually start at the hospital soon, mainly lab work, so I'll see if I have time. I can get a little caught up in my science." Guilt. I've pushed Lauren and now I have put her in an awkward position.
"Nonsense Hotpants! Yes it's in a couple of weeks but, this is one classy event, and I'll most likely need a wingman. And I heard there's going to be plenty of people so you could get lucky too" she smirks like she's joking but we all know she's not.
Lauren looks uncomfortable but she only nods. I can't help but feel jealous of the thought of someone with Lauren. Touching Lauren. Kissing Lauren. I want to be doing all of these things. I'm not entirely sure what to do mainly because I've been strictly into the male variety but everything comes easy to me when she is involved.
"It's settled then, Lauren we shall set up a date to go dress shopping! Cause mama Kenz needs some new attire!" She nods eagerly. "Sounds good, I've never been to a masquerade before, so you can help me too" Lauren agrees.
"Ok it's settled we'll go soon then" I chime into the conversation. I can't wait to find a few jaw dropping dresses to show off for Lauren.
I'm distracted from my daydream from a slap on my ass from Kenzi, "sorry Bo it's just me and Lo Lo here, Dyson wants to go dress shopping with you" I'm about to whine but she just holds up her hands, "bring it up with him". I huff and cross my arms.
I hear giggling and turn shocked to see its Lauren. I look at her bewildered and she only laughs harder. "Oh stop pouting, you'll get wrinkles" she says as she smooths with the pad of her thumb the crinkle on my forehead. Even with everything going on she can still be so sweet to me. I smile my goofy smile and she immediately snatches her hand away.
"Okaaay" Kenzi exaggerates, "well let's roll out Bo, Dyson asked us to meet him at the coffee so he can see you before he goes out again tonight". I feel my anger boil over from that statement.
"Are you kidding me?!" I yell, startling the two in the room. I can't take this anymore. I deserve better. I feel so lonely in this relationship. I'm more of a buddy at this point. Bring him coffee to spend time so he can see me?! But he can go out again tonight, forget about dates, birthdays, and my graduation. Nope I'm tired. Even if nothing happens between Lauren and I, I have to find someone who actually cares.
Lauren
I'm startled from Bos outburst. She's furious. But I can see the tears forming in her eyes. This amazing woman deserves to be happy. I know she's struggling with multiple things like her relationship and with her cooking. I'm sure she's also lonely, the moment we had last night and right now tells me this. I'm not sure if she wants my friendship or more but for now I can be her friend. There's no rush for us, I can wait. She's worth the wait.
I look over at Kenzi and she looks unsure of what to do. So I do the only thing I can think of at this point. I grab her arm and pull her into a hug. She seems surprised but finally lets go of all the repressed feelings. I hold her tight, rubbing light circles on her back and am whispering reassuring words. Her face is in the crook of my neck, nuzzling the skin there.
We stand there holding each other for a few minutes until her breathing evens out. She's just lightly running her nose the length of my neck cause goosebumps on my entire body. She has such an effect on me, but I bury those feelings, now was not the time. She's not making things easy for me when her hands find the bare skin on my back. Running her nails across it.
Kenzi catches my eyes, silently asking a million questions but I have no answers. I just close my eyes and enjoy the feeling of us together.
Bo finally pulls away. She squeezes my arms with both hands. We make eye contact and my heart stops. Even after balling her eyes out, she is the most magnificent creature I've ever laid eyes on. She leans up and kisses a lingering kiss to my cheek close to my mouth but not quite there and issues a small "thank you" and pulls out of my reach out the door, leaving me and Kenzi stunned silent.
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