A/N: Thank you so much for the reviews! You guys are (in true Arizona style) Awesome! Hope you enjoy this chapter. Wanted to do something fun in addition to our girls' end of their date. Enjoy!
Rushing out the back gate Arizona felt alive. Her pulse was racing, lust and arousal swirling between her thighs. She had been waiting to be alone with Callie all day, and that time was finally here. Hand in hand, they quickly ascended from the back lawn via the side of the house and towards the street. Just before the pair reached the top of the driveway, the sound of a man clearing his throat stopped them dead in their tracks.
"And where do you think you are running off to Ms. Robbins?" the voice grumbled in the shadows of a large willow tree near the entrance of the front path. A smoky cherry flavor filled Arizona's nostrils which she knew could only come from Mayor Webber's cigar. It was his signature scent and brought so many memories flooding back to Arizona's mind every time the scent was present. She was thankful only a small lamp illuminated the pathway, allowed the embarrassment on her cheeks become easy to hide.
"We umm… we were just getting some fresh air" Arizona said fumbling over her words. She had never been good at hiding things, especially around people of authority, and especially around Richard. He was best friends with her grandmother ever since they were little. They were practically family. When Arizona's parents passed, he stepped right in to help look after both Arizona and Tim. He became a steady father figure in their lives, and for that, she was eternally grateful.
"Mmmhmmm" he mumbled, letting Arizona know full well that he didn't believe her. "I was afraid you were trying to sneak out of here without your annual performance."
Arizona once again felt her face turn red, flushed with embarrassment. She completely forgot about playing for the party. She certainly wasn't expecting to let Callie in on her secrete.
Sensing the hesitation from Arizona and the shocked expression on Callie's face, Richard put two and two together. "What she didn't tell you? Arizona here is one hell of a guitar player. She steals the show every year."
"Richard" Arizona hissed and immediately covered her face with her hands, dragging them down the entire length before tangling them in her hair. She was flustered. The lust between her legs had now faded and her pulse raced for a completely different reason now. She had never played in front of any of her past girlfriends or lovers. Not too many people outside of Beaufort knew about her secrete talent.
"You play?" Callie looked at Arizona, a wide smile stretching across her face.
"No, uh, not really. I am not that good. I've play at the festival in the past because one of the performers became ill and the town kept asking each year for me to do it again and again." Arizona shrugged her shoulders like it was no big deal. "I guess I didn't make their ears bleed too much for them to want me to play again" she nervously giggled.
Callie placed her hand on the small of Arizona's back as a sign of comfort and support. She had to admit, she was excited to hear Arizona play.
"Oh honey, you make beautiful music. Everyone would be disappointed if you didn't play this year" Richard hinted. He really wasn't asking, he was telling her. "Go on, get back in there and get set up."
Arizona dropped her head and pulled away from Callie. With a nod and forced smile towards Richard, she turned and quickly walked back down the driveway towards the party they had just left, leaving Callie to basically run to catch up with her.
"Arizona? Arizona. Wait. Arizona" she said louder, grabbing the blonde's arm forcing her to stop.
Standing there, her heart was beating out of her chest. She felt Callie wrap her arms around her from the back and place a single kiss on the scar on her temple.
"You don't have to Arizona" she whispered.
"It's not that. I mean, Richard is right. I do play every year for these people. I just…"
Pausing, she felt Callie kiss the top of her head, sending a sign of love and confidence through her veins.
"I'm sorry. I've just never played in front of anyone before."
Callie was confused. She just said she has played here for years. She took a few minutes to think about what she was saying and finally realized it was her that Arizona was uncomfortable to play in front of.
"Oh sweetie. Come here" she whispered turning Arizona around in her arms and pulling her into a deep embrace. "You are going to do great. I'll be your biggest fan" she smiled finding baby blues full of embarrassment. She gave pink lips a quick peck and looked deep into Arizona's eyes. "I love you."
"I love you too" she smiled and let out the breath she had been holding. She wasn't sure why she reacted the way she did. She trusted Callie and knew that Callie would be supportive no matter what, but the butterflies of playing in front of her sent her for a tailspin.
"Come on. I'm sure the crowd is anxiously waiting" Callie said with a giggle.
Twenty minutes later, Callie found herself standing on the same deck she was on earlier when she watched Nick dance with Arizona. She took a few minutes to survey her surroundings. The table of old biddies sitting with Grandma Bernie were still there, some women throwing daggers with their eyes at her every once in a while, the dance floor was full now with couples dance to the upbeat country music that Callie barely recognized, and the line at the bar was about a mile long. Before long, a loud squeal of the microphone and a "testing 1, 2, 3" loomed over the crowd. Mayor Webber was standing at attention and trying to quite the audience.
"Good evening, and welcome to Beaufort's 75th annual fall festival." A round of applause roared through the crowd, followed by Richard thanking different families and talking about upcoming events. After a few more rounds of applause, Callie snapped out of her daydream when he heard Richard mention Arizona's name.
"…Robbins has been a part of this festival celebration since she was in diapers. She is a staple to what the term 'good people' means to this town. A doctor, a friend, and a family member, let's give a warm welcome to Beaufort's own country star, Arizona Robbins."
A loud round of applause and whistling coming from the crowd proceeded Arizona from stepping on stage. Callie's pulse started to race at the site of her girl walking onto the stage, decked out in her cowgirl hat, leather boots, tight jeans, checkered shirt, and a guitar strapped around her shoulder. Callie wasn't sure it was possible for Arizona to be any sexier than she was in that moment, yet she has thought that in the past and was deemed wrong. She continued to surprise Callie.
A quick clearing of her throat and Arizona began to address the crowd. "Good evening Beaufort. I just wanted to echo Mayor Webber's kind words and thank each and every one of you for attending tonight. I feel so blessed to be a part of this wonderful community. Many of you have been my rock throughout most of my life and for that, I am eternally grateful. This year, I have also found someone special. She has encouraged me to be my best and not to settle for anything less than everything. She has helped me grow in more ways than I have ever thought possible. She loves me unconditionally and supports me every day. I want to send a special thank you to my special someone. Babe, this one is for you" she finishes sending a wink up to Callie.
"Fifteen minutes left to throw me together
For misses right now, not misses forever
Don't know why I even try when I know how it ends
Looking like another: "maybe we could be friends."
I've been leaving it up to fate
It's my life, so it's mine to make
I ain't settling for just getting by
I've had enough so-so for the rest of my life
Tired of shooting too low, so raise the bar high
Just enough ain't enough this time
I ain't settling for anything less than everything, yeah
With some good red wine and my brand new shoes
Gonna dance up a blue streak around my living room
Take a chance on love and try how it feels
With my heart wide open, now you know I will
Find what it means to be the girl
Change her mind and change her world
I ain't settling for just getting by
I've had enough so-so for the rest of my life
Tired of shooting too low, so raise the bar high
Just enough ain't enough this time
I ain't settling for anything less than everything
I ain't settling for just getting by
I've had enough so-so for the rest of my life
Tired of shooting too low, so raise the bar high
Just not giving up this time
I ain't settling for just getting by
I've had enough so-so for the rest of my life
Tired of shooting too low, so raise the bar high
I ain't settling, no, no, no, no, no, no
So raise the bar high"
(Settlin' – Sugarland)
Callie didn't even realize that tears were streaming down her cheeks as she watched Arizona play. Emotions were at an all time high and her heart was bursting with joy. This was it. Arizona was her soulmate. They hadn't know each other for very long, but they didn't need to in order for Callie to know that she wanted to spend the rest of her life with the beautiful blonde on stage.
Callie composed herself and continued to listen to Arizona play. She played fast songs, slow songs, each more beautiful than the next. She was mesmerized by the tune of Arizona's guitar. It wasn't until she felt a tap on the back of her shoulder that she tore her gaze away from her girlfriend.
"You must be her" the woman in front of her smirked, her tone full of disdain. She was holding a bottle of white wine with two glasses.
Callie was taken back by the woman's forwardness and obvious issue with her being Arizona's girlfriend. She watched as she filled both glasses full of wine, offering one to her. "Uh, I'm sorry, you are?" Callie quickly surveyed the woman up and down. She figured she was probably in her mid-thirties, thin, brown hair, fair complexion. She was pretty, but nothing compared no Arizona.
"She must really like you, I mean for you to be here to listen to her play."
Callie took a quick sip of her wine, and turned back to face the stage where Arizona was singing "Life is a Highway" and the crowd was swaying back and forth listening to her play.
"Oh come on, don't be like that. I am just trying to make friendly conversation" the woman said taking another sip of her wine. She place a hand gently on Callie's arm, causing her to flinch.
"I'm sorry. I don't know you. Who are you?" Callie asked once again, starting to feel uncomfortable.
"She didn't tell you about me?" The woman now had a mischievous smile plastered across her face.
Callie swallowed another sip of wine and smiled back. "I guess you weren't worth remembering. Thanks for the wine. Have a nice night" smirked and headed towards the stage, leaving a stunned brunette behind. Arizona was only supposed to play for an hour and it was almost time for her set to end. She made her way to the front of the stage and listened as she strummed her guitar finishing up the last notes of "Summertime" by Kenny Chesney.
She would be lying if she said the conversation with the mysterious woman didn't bother her, but she was not about to give her the satisfaction of ruining their night. She would talk to Arizona in the morning or sometime in the future about her but tonight, she wanted to be Arizona's groupie and take her home.
Before Arizona left the stage, she captured Callie's warm brown eyes and motioned for her to meet her towards the side entrance. In the middle of her set, she saw Callie talking to her ex-girlfriend and her heart immediately stopped. She continued playing her guitar and putting on the performance, but it was almost as if time stood still. She was sure that Callie would bolt after talking to her ex and when she saw Callie disappear from the deck, she was sure she would never see Callie again. But right before the end of her last song, she was met with those brown eyes she was longing to see front and center, cheering for her. A flash of relief fell over her, but she knew she would still have questions to answer.
Making her way off stage, she was greeted by Callie with an outstretched hand of dandelions. "These are for you, cowgirl. You were amazing!" Arizona's cheeks became red once again, seeming to be the theme of the night, and gladly accepted the flowers and a passionate kiss from her girlfriend. The kiss was deep, almost as if Callie was claiming her, and Arizona was glad to accept it. The awkward moment that Arizona expected was nonexistent and she was so thankful.
Pulling away from the kiss, she felt Callie whisper into her ear "maybe one night I could get a private showing." Feeling her breath hitch, Arizona quickly shimmied out of the guitar, thanked everyone backstage for a great show, and pulled Callie back towards the back gate once again.
"Where are we going?"
"We are getting out of here once and for all" Arizona giggled and darted out of the party before anyone else was able to stop them.
Arizona couldn't contain herself, the sexual tension that pooled deep within her was threatening to fall with every step they took on the way to her house. Every tree, every stop sign, and every side of every building down the small streets of Beaufort became the perfect spot to pin Callie to. She even contemplated returning to the back ally that had the Latina screaming her name hours earlier, but she had other plans on how this night was supposed to end. Finally reaching her front door, she fumbled with her keys as Callie pinned her against it. Strong hands started at her hips and ran the length of her torso until they roughly cupped her plump breasts.
"You were so fucking sexy on that stage" Callie growled against Arizona's glistening neck. "I can't wait for the encore."
Arizona let out a deep moan, "Oh Fuck" she managed to squeak out, dropping her keys. Callie continued kneading her breast while nipping at her neck. "Cal…Callie." She was trying to form a full sentence but electricity pulsating through her veins made her lightheaded. She was quickly spun around, her back slamming against the door while plump red lips crashed into hers. She was slightly startled by their new position, but feeling Callie's leg press up against her center caused yet another welcoming wave of pleasure.
A sultry moan left her lips as the Latina pulled back to continue her assault on her collarbone. A shiver ran up her spine, both from the heat resonating between them and the slight chill from the fall air. "Callie…inside" was all she managed to squeak out. Callie swiftly picked up the keys and seamlessly placed them into the lock to open the door, never losing contact with the blonde. Stepping inside, she saw the low roar of the fireplace and a bed that was already made in front of it out of the corner of her eye.
"Mmmm I see someone was already prepared" she giggled pecking at pink lips as she back Arizona into the closed door, running her fingertips along the collar of Arizona's plaid shirt.
Arizona's eyes locked in with deep brown orbs staring back, a smile dancing across her face. This was their last stop of the night and she didn't want to come home and have to mess around with making a bed. "I'm always prepared" she giggled before pulling Callie into a deep, passionate kiss. Pulling back slightly, she kissed her way down her neck, finally nibbling on Callie's ear. "You're mine tonight" she husked, causing her girlfriend to shiver. She pushed them back away from the door and over towards the fireplace bed, her hands roaming the surface of Callie's perfect body the entire time. The stumbled over furniture and the dog before reaching their final destination.
Callie felt Arizona's hands everywhere and nowhere at the same time. Each graze of her fingertips left a trail of fire that could ignite an entire forest into flames. The sensation pooling between her thighs was equally hot. Arizona's hands made quick work of sliding off Callie's leather jacket and pulling her shirt over her head. She felt Callie pull at her own shirt, untucking it from her jeans and unbuttoning each button in a hurry. Letting Callie continue her work on her button down, she slowly trails wet kisses along the tops of plump breasts begging to be released from their confinements. Feeling her shirt fall off her shoulders in one quick motion, she took the final steps forward to melt her skin into the gorgeous brunette in front of her. It was almost as if their bodies were made for each other.
Callie's hands drifted down her sides, stopping to play with the hem of Arizona's jeans, tugging at her belt buckle. "Here, let me help you with that" she pants, removing her belt in one swift motion. It wasn't a normal buckle and she didn't want to waste time showing Callie how to take it off. Arizona mirrored Callie's motions and before they knew it, they were back flush against each other, hot skin melting into hot skin.
Callie felt a quick push down onto the bed, Arizona's thigh pressing firmly against her core while she hovered above her. Moans of pleasure fill the air. They pull back from their embrace for much needed oxygen. Staring down into deep chocolate eyes of her lover, Arizona whispers "you are so beautiful" before placing a chaste kiss against swollen lips. "Don't move" she threatened before removing herself from against the Latina's body, retreating from the living room. Callie heard some clanging around in what appeared to be the kitchen and before she knew it, Arizona was back placing a blindfold over her eyes.
"No peeking" she snickered tying the knot tight around the Latina's head. Feeling Callie's hands take hold of her hips, she quickly removed them and placed them above her head. "No touching either" she smirked, running her hands down tan arms and overtop of perky breasts.
Callie's senses were heightened with the inability to see. Normally she would be uncomfortable to be in this position, so vulnerable, but tonight, with Arizona, she was willing to give everything to her. She heard the sound of a canister shaking and quickly felt the coolness of what she figured to be whipped cream come in contact with her hard nipples. She also felt some other cool liquid run down the length of her torso, stopping right around her belly button. The coolness of both items mixed with the heat from her skin sent a euphoric pleasure straight to her already dripping wet center. She let out a long moan of pleasure when she felt Arizona's tongue dip in between her folds, sucking briefly on her clit, before consuming the liquid that started at her belly button and run up the length of her torso, stopping when she came in contact with her tongue. A mixture of chocolate sauce, her own juices, and Arizona invaded her taste buds.
"Oh my God, Arizona" she panted. She needed her. It was almost too much.
"Mmmm you taste so good Calliope."
Arizona was loving the effect she was having on Callie. The mixture of tastes could almost be the cause of her own orgasm. Dipping her tongue back between Callie's center, she took another swipe at her clit before running her tongue back up the length of Callie's torso, stopping to attack her left nipple, before claiming her mouth once again, and repeating the process a third time.
"Oh, Fuck, Arizona. I need you baby, please" Callie was desperate to feel Arizona inside her. She was so close to the edge and needed a release. She dropped her hands to wrap around Arizona's ass, but was stopped when she felt Arizona pull her hands back above her head.
"What did I say about no touching Calliope" Arizona played. "I'm not finished with you yet" she husked into her ear, sending Callie squirming beneath her.
"Please."
Arizona made good use of her tongue, tasting every inch of Callie's body. She loved the way her skin tasted and loved the trail of goosebumps her skin left behind each path she made. Hearing Callie's breath become more and more ragged with each path, Arizona dipped once again to Callie's dripping wet center, entering her swiftly with two fingers.
"Fuck, oh yes baby" Callie screamed with delight. She wasn't going to last long. She felt her arms begin to move on their own and grasp fistfuls of blonde hair. She needed something of Arizona to hold onto as her orgasm spilled all over Arizona.
Ragged breathing became more and more steady as Callie came down from her release. Arizona made her way back up the Latina's body, kissing every inch along the way, before once again, capturing waiting lips.
"That…" Callie was at a loss for words.
Arizona removed the blindfold, needing to see into those big brown eyes she loved so much. She placed a quick peck on her lips.
"I know" she said before laying her head in the crease of Callie's neck. She continued to run her fingers lightly overtop of Callie's breasts, skimming over each sensitive nipple.
Callie finally caught her breath and needed more. She needed to taste Arizona, make her experience everything she had just given her, every ounce of bliss. She quickly flipped them over so they were in reverse positions. She quickly tied the blindfold over Arizona's eyes and whispered "my turn" before starting their second round of lovemaking out of many more to come through the night.
A/N: Hope this chapter didn't disappoint! As always, your reviews mean the world to me! Thanks for reading!
Songs: Settlin - Sugarland; Life is a Highway - Rascal Flatts; Summertime - Kenny Chesney