'Its not that bad!' Ben said with a shrug as he took a sip of his coffee. 'She didn't see anything really.'

'She didn't have to! We might as well have had a sign on our heads that said hey we just had sex!'

Ben smirked and sipped his coffee, 'technically we didn't have sex….' He said unhelpfully.

Rey glared at him over her cappuccino which only served to make Ben laugh harder.

'Rey, there's really no reason for you to be embarrassed, we're both adults we didn't do anything wrong. I could go as far as to argue that everything you did was right on the money.'

Rey smiled into her foam. 'Okay, you're right. I'm going to move on now! I still can't believe you're here. How long do I get to keep you?'

'A few days, I have to prepare for an event at the end of the week. Some charity gala the university is insisting I attend.' Ben said rolling his eyes.

'Ooooh, sounds great!' Rey said enthusiastically.

'Well, I was going to ask… I mean if you wanted to….'

'Are you asking me to go with you?' Rey prompted.

'Erm, yes. Do you want to?'

'Yes! Oh my god! This is going to be amazing. I've never been to a fancy party before!'

'Its really not that great, but there will be food and a band but its black tie.' He said apologetically.

Rey's eyes widened, 'Not only have you invited me to a glittering party, you've given me a reason to shop, just when I thought I couldn't love you more...'

Ben smiled, 'I could help you pick out a dress if you want?'

'Really? You wouldn't find that too boring?'

'Staring at my hot girlfriend's body while she tries on different outfits? I think I'll live. I would like to put in a request for something tight though.'

'Duly noted perv.' Rey said with a wink.

Their food arrived and they ate happily discussing their plans for the rest of the week.

'Are you going to reprimand me if I suggest I skip a few classes?' Rey asked.

'I should, but maybe I can make an exception this once.' He said with a raise of his eyebrow.

'God, you have the stern teacher bit down. I don't know how your reviews where anything other than where can I get me one of those?'

'Ha! I think you're the exception rather than the rule when it comes to me Rey.'

'And I think you're just in denial about your own hotness Ben.' She said pointing a French fry at him.

'Yeah well, I'm only interested in you.'

Rey smiled at that and her heart skipped a beat.

Outside the restaurant Ben took out his phone,

'What do you want to do about the erm….sleeping arrangements? should I call you a taxi?' Ben asked.

Rey took out her own phone and called her mom, 'Mom I'm sleeping out tonight. I'll see you tomorrow. Maybe.' She hung up and took Bens' hand, 'Come on let's get a taxi to your hotel.'

When they arrived at the hotel, Rey let go of his hand and walked stiffly across the lobby. She didn't drop the act until they were safely in the lift.

'What was that about?' Ben asked.

'It was that same girl as last time on the desk! I'm just trying to make it clear that I'm not a prostitute.'

'You do realise that a prostitute would have probably done the exact same thing you just did?'

'Buggar.'

Ben snorted and put his arm around her shoulders, 'It doesn't matter what she thinks anyway.'

The lift reached Ben's floor and they got out. Rey followed Ben with her heart trying to beat a hole in his chest. lol Despite the fact that she felt a lot more comfortable with Ben now, she was still technically a virgin and she suspected that if the evening went as planned, it was the last time she would be. She thanked god that her 'cool' mom had insisted she go on the pill so she was ready for the day she decided to be 'sexually active.' Urgh. The term still made her shudder. Still, it was one less thing she had to worry about as Ben used his key card to unlock the door to his hotel.

'So, this is it, my temporary home.' Ben said with his hands stretched out to his sides. Rey entered the room and looked around.

'Its nice. I like what you've done with the place. The jacket strewn over the chair is a nice touch.'

'Thanks for noticing.' Ben said with amusement. He came up behind her and put his arms around her waist. Rey leaned back into him, she could feel something digging into her lower back. Is that? Oh god. Nerves got the better of her and she could hardly believe it when she heard the next words that came out of her mouth,

'Is that a gun in your pocket or are you just pleased to see me?'

Really Rey? She cringed.

'It's a gun.'

Rey turned around quickly, 'What the hell?'

Ben laughed, 'I'm joking! I'm joking! That's all me.'

'Oh.' Rey pressed her lips together. 'I know its silly, but I guess I'm a little nervous.'

Ben came towards her and pressed a kiss to her lips.

'Don't be. You know we won't do anything that you don't want to do, okay?'

'Okay.'

'And if you're not ready to go all the way yet? That's okay too.'

Rey nodded.

'Okay, do you want me to get you a drink?'

'Yes, vodka coke please.'

Ben poured her drink and helped himself to a beer out of the mini fridge.

They sat on the end of the bed, thighs touching as they sipped their drinks. Ben located the TV remote. 'Do you want to watch anything?'

Rey scrunched up her face, 'Yeah. Anything I'm not fussy.'

Ben pressed the button and the TV came to life, he flicked through the channels until he came across a film about a man and a woman who were desperate to be together but were kept apart by their plot driven circumstances.

'Urgh, another predictable romance.' Ben said with a roll of his eyes.

'Hey that's rude! You've only watched it for a few minutes! It could be the best movie you've ever seen!' Rey said gesturing to the screen.

'I doubt it, and anyway we both already know they will end up together.'

'Not necessarily.'

'Wanna bet?' Ben said quirking an eyebrow at her.

Rey smirked, 'What's the bet?'

Ben shrugged, 'Every time something predicable happens in this 'if you've seen one your seen them all' romantic comedy, you have to give me a piece of clothing.'

'That doesn't seem fair! What if I end up naked by the end and you're fully clothed!'

'I have no problem with that at all.' Ben said with a straight face.

Rey put her hands on her hips and cocked her head at him.

Ben sighed, 'Okay then… if they don't end up together, you win and you get all of my clothes, in one go.'

'Okay, deal!' Rey said with a gleam in her eye.

'Ahh ha!' Ben said looking at the screen.

'What?' Rey asked.

'Look! The leads best friend is Judy Greer! I demand my payment!' Ben said pumping the air with his fist.

'God damn it!' Rey said, then removed a shoe and looked smug.

Ben's smile dropped as his eyes watched her drop the show to the ground, 'Never mind the night is young.' He said narrowing his eyes at her.

Rey snorted and downed her drink, 'Bring it on.'

An hour later, Rey was missing both shoes and her socks and the mini bar was missing a considerable amount of alcohol.

'Okay to recap,' Ben said with a slight slur, 'We've had Judy show up, the lead had announced she never wants to see whatshisname again, there was a montage of their relationship and subsequent break up and now he is predictably chasing her as she flees forever, never to be seen again. Presumably because she is going to drive into a vortex from which she will never return.' Ben said putting the back of his hand to his forehead dramatically.

Rey snorted, 'I still have a chance….'

'No, you don't, your ass is mine!' He roared clutching his fist in the air.

Rey giggled she had decided about fifteen minutes ago that tipsy Ben was definitely her favourite version of Ben.

Suddenly he jumped off the bed,

'Look! Look! He's caught up with her! And he's presenting her with a heartfelt apology! That's got to get my something.' He said looking at her and holding his hands out to his sides.

Rey giggled, 'You are so competitive!' She said removing her trousers.

Ben watched her slip them off her legs and licked his lips, 'It's true, I don't like to lose.' He said glancing back up to her face. Their eyes met and Rey felt a rush of heat between her legs. She sat down quickly, crossing her legs.

'She might still refuse him you know…' She said.

'Pffft! You're clutching at straws now.' Ben said with a wave of his hand, settling back down on the bed.

The actor reached out his hand towards the heroine….and the movie abruptly finished.

Ben sprang off the bed, 'What the? What happened?'

Rey picked up the remove and pressed the information button, then broke into fits of giggles,

'This particular film is part of a trilogy….'

'Crap…'

'And this is movie number two in the trilogy….'

'Double crap…'

'So basically, there was no way in hell these two were going to get together until the finale. You had lost before you even begun!' Rey laughed.

She crossed her arms over her chest, 'Come on….fork them over.'

Ben sighed and started to removed his top. Rey put up a finger,

'Ahhhh, slower please I want to really enjoy my prize.' She said with a wink.

Ben shook his head, 'No one likes a sore winner Rey.'

'Oh, I'm not sore….not sore at all.' She said cocking her head as Ben slowly pulled his t-shirt up revealing his sculpted abs and pecs. She let out a sigh,

'Pants too.' She said with a lift of her eyebrow. Ben chewed his cheek. He came towards her and stood with his groin at her eye level, she peered up at him. He started to slowly unbutton his pants. Rey smirked,

'I'm all outta dollar bills, Solo.'

Ben pushed his jeans down to his ankles and put his hands on his hips.

'Erm, I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure you're not naked yet.' Rey said.

'Are you sure about this?' Ben asked, suddenly serious. 'I don't want you to do anything you're not comfortable with. We could stop now and just…cuddle.'

Rey pressed her lips together to keep from laughing at the situation, 'I'm sure.' She said reaching forward and pulling down his underwear. His cock sprang forward and she kneeled on the bed taking it in her hands.

'I'm ready for this.' She said as she ran her hands up and down his length.

Ben hissed in a breath, 'Take off your clothes.' He said intense eyes meeting hers. She slowly took off her t-shirt and unhooked her bra. Ben eyes swept over her. He pushed off his jeans and pants and crawled onto the bed, pushing her down onto her back. He pulled her panties down her legs slowly.

He moved back up the bed towards her, settling between her thighs, he kissed her throat, her chest, her breasts. Rey felt her skin tingle. She sighed.

Ben held himself over her, she pushed her thighs against his.

'Are you sure?' He asked once more.

'Yes.' She breathed and he kissed her again.

'Yes. Now Ben please.'

He slowly started to ease inside of her. Rey relaxed, she wanted this. She wanted to be able to share this with Ben, so she would be good for him. She would fight her nerves and relax. It felt strange at first as he stretched her, but Ben was so attentive, moving at an almost glacial place, gently kissing her and stroking her hair all the while making sure she was okay, that she wanted to continue. She felt…loved. Cherished. This was right. This was exactly how she always imagined her first time would be. Soon she was ready for him to pick up the pace.

'Deeper, please.' She begged him, locking her hands behind his neck.

Ben moved forward slowly until he was buried inside of her. Rey let out a shaky breath, it felt amazing. He felt amazing. She felt him everywhere. He surrounded her, consumed her thoughts.

'Rey.' Oh god baby.' He said as he moved within her.

Rey dug her nails into his shoulders, rising her hips to meet with his thrusts, she locked her ankles around his perfect ass, marvelling in the feel of him.

Ben grunted, and his movements became more disjointed. More instinctive, than controlled. When he met her eyes sweat had formed on his forehead.

'Can I?' Can I come inside you?' He looked pained and Rey realised he was holding back, waiting for her permission. They had never discussed birth control.

'Yes baby, its fine.' She soothed.

He let go then and Rey felt him fill her, she sucked in a sharp breath as Ben collapsed onto her, his head buried in the crook of her neck, his weight heavy on her chest.

'Rey.' He whispered. Rey hugged him to her as her body hummed. She felt different and yet the same, and closer to Ben than ever.

'Was that…was that good?' She asked.

'That was so good.' Ben told her, lifting himself up and lying down next to her. 'That you would give that to me...Rey, it means so much that you would want me to be the one...'

Rey reaches forward and kissed his nose. 'It was perfect. Can we do it again, as soon as I regain the use of my legs?'

Ben chuckled and kissed her gently, 'Like I'm going to say no to that? Hold on though baby, let's get you cleaned up.'

He kissed her nose and bounded off the bed into the ensuite. Rey heard him turn the shower on. Rey stumbled out of bed, 'I wasn't kidding about my legs!' She shouted as Ben came back into the room.

He laughed as she sat on the floor in a crumpled heap. A pout on her lips. She reached her hands up towards him and he came towards her picking her up with ease and carrying her to the shower where he deposited her and languidly cleaned her body and washed her hair. By the time he turned the water off. Rey's eyes were almost closing so he carried back to the bed.

'mmmm.' She exhaled, leaning in to kiss his neck.

'Can I keep you forever?' She asked sleepily.

He laughed softly, 'Just for a few days.'

Rey pouted.

'Come on. Bed.' He said laying her down and climbing in behind her.

'Shopping tomorrow and I think as you are coming to this thing as a favour to me, I will foot the bill.' He said.

Rey's eyes popped open and she turned to face him, 'Are you kidding me Solo? You're going to 'Pretty Woman' me? I may swoon.'

'I'm still making up for the Baz incident.' Ben said wrapping his arms around her waist and kissing her cheek.

'You're forgiven.' She said.

'You could get shoes and a bag too?'

'On second thoughts, I'm still mad. Livid actually, there may not be a way to put a price on my emotional trauma.'

Ben chuckled, 'I'm almost looking forward to the gala now I know you're going to be there.'

'I'm glad.' Rey smiled, as her eyes closed again.

'Sleep baby.' Ben said softly leaning forward to gently kiss her lips.

Rey smiled, 'Will you still love me in the morning?' She asked playfully before she drifted off to sleep. She didn't hear Ben respond with a soft,

'Always.'