March 2026
Delphine woke up early, alone in her own apartment. She stretched out, knowing she needed to get up. She had an early meeting today and could not be late. She got up and sauntered into the kitchen to make coffee. She looked over at the clock, chuckling to herself as she saw it was only 6:15. She thought about Cosima and how she would never be seen at this hour of the day. She could hear her voice in her head...That's why I'm a professor, and all my classes are in the afternoon, Del.
As she prepared her breakfast, she thought about the brunette, and about the last few months. She'd never been so happy in her life. Cosima was something special, and she found her head floating in the clouds whenever she thought about her. She was always on her mind. She had been for years, but now, the connection they shared was deeper, stronger. It felt amazing.
They spent most nights together, but when Delphine needed to get up early, she didn't want to bother Cosima, so they would spend the time apart. Waking up without her always felt weird after spending so much time together. She found herself reaching over in the morning to feel the empty side of the bed before she even opened her eyes, always forgetting for a moment that Cosima wasn't there and pouting to herself.
She felt like a teenager again. She was almost 40, yet Cosima made her feel like this was her first love. In a way, it was.
She wanted to wish Cosima a good morning, but she knew if she called her now, the brunette would never let her forget it, so she scarfed down her breakfast and jumped in the shower.
When she got out, she found she had a text message.
Got up to pee. I know you're up. I miss you in my bed.
Delphine grinned and felt a warmth run through her body. She texted back.
I miss you too. Good morning, mon amour.
Delphine got dressed quickly as Cosima answered.
Skip work. Come cuddle with me. I'm cold.
She chuckled to herself as she responded.
I wish I could. I'll see you later.
She didn't receive a response and shook her head, knowing Cosima had fallen back to sleep already. She felt a lightness in her heart as she ran out the door.
April 2026
Cosima woke up, opening her eyes to blonde curls, Delphine lying on her stomach, her arms above her head under the pillow, facing away from her. She smiled as she moved in closer, throwing her arm and leg over her girlfriend, her hips shifting half on top of the taller woman's body.
"Mmm," Delphine hummed as Cosima gripped her tightly.
"Sorry," Cosima whispered, "Didn't mean to wake you up. I just wanted to hold you." She loved the idea of Delphine being the first thing she saw when she opened her eyes in the morning. It was the most wonderful feeling.
"It's ok," the blonde mumbled, her eyes still closed. "I'm surprised you woke up before me," she joked.
"Yeah, me too," Cosima chuckled, laying a gentle kiss to Delphine's bare back.
Delphine sighed and rolled over within Cosima's embrace, her hands moving to the brunette's hips and tugged her closer. "Morning," she breathed before pressing her lips to Cosima's in a short, sweet kiss.
Cosima smiled. "Hey, would you want to go have a picnic today? Go to the Golden Gate Bridge? Like we used to?" she asked, rubbing lovingly down Delphine's arm.
"You want to go back there?" Delphine replied.
"Well, I remember how much you used to love it. I think our first summer, we went there like 12 times," Cosima laughed. "And it's supposed to be really nice today. I thought we could relax together."
Delphine grinned, her sleepy eyes full of love for the woman in front of her. "That sounds wonderful."
They picked up food on the way and laid out a blanket when they got to the park, sitting down and looking out onto the bridge in front of them. It was a beautiful day, barely any clouds in the sky and the two women sat next to each other and ate.
Once they finished, Cosima laid back on the blanket, propping herself up with her elbows underneath her. She reached out for Delphine, who was sitting cross legged next to her, looking out at the bridge. "Hey, Del," she whispered.
"Hmm," Delphine hummed as she looked down toward the grinning brunette.
Cosima squeezed her side. "Whatcha thinking about?"
"Oh, just how peaceful it is here. I think this is the first place I realized that I belong here," she told her, "When we would come, you made me feel like I belonged."
Cosima sat up and wrapped her arms around Delphine's torso, leaning in to kiss her cheek. She brought her hand up to Delphine's chin and brought her face toward her. "Hey," she started, "I've been thinking."
"Uh oh," Delphine chuckled, placing her hand on Cosima's knee. "About?"
Cosima smirked, trying to hide her nerves. "Del, um, so like, when I woke up this morning, and I saw you, I got this feeling, like this really giddy feeling in my stomach, and I realized something," she explained, "I realized I want to wake up next to you every morning, not just some mornings. And like, I want to find your hair in everything...well I already do...but anyway...I want your stuff everywhere so even when you're not home I can be around it and know you'll come home soon, to our home, and I want my apartment to smell like you...well, our apartment...and um, I guess that was a really long way of me asking you—"
"Yes," Delphine interjected, giggling at Cosima's rambling.
"I didn't ask you anything yet!" Cosima laughed.
"Well, sometimes I can't wait for you to finish one of your long rants, and I just need to speak up," Delphine smiled, pulling at Cosima's sides. "But go ahead, ask me."
Cosima grinned. "Del, move in with me?" she asked, her eyes sparkling.
Delphine leaned in, brushing her lips against Cosima's, excitement running through her body. "Yes," she breathed before pressing her lips into the brunette's.
Cosima returned the kiss and couldn't help her lips from curling up into a smile. She pulled back. "Fuck, I love you so much," she stated.
Delphine giggled and shook her head. "You and your dirty mouth."
"You love my dirty mouth," Cosima teased, wiggling her eyebrows.
"So fucking cheeky," Delphine joked.
Cosima gasped, pretending to be offended. "You're stuck with me now...for real. Once you move in with me, that's it. I hope you're prepared."
"Oh, I am prepared, chérie," Delphine replied, "Prepared to wake you up to exercise with me every day at 6am, and make sure you are eating healthy...no more Eskimo Pies."
Cosima frowned. "Ok, maybe I should rethink this," she joked. "Unless your version of exercise and eating healthy is insinuating something else that I might like more," she winked.
Delphine laughed, pulling her into a hug, resting Cosima's head on her chest. "What am I going to do with you?"
"Love me?"
Delphine sighed. "Always."
June 2026
"You almost ready?"
Cosima leaned over the sink, applying her makeup. "Mhmm, one sec," she replied.
"We don't want to be late," Delphine told her.
Cosima put the cap back on her eyeliner and came out of the bathroom. "All set," she smiled, looking over her girlfriend. "Del, you look amazing," she told her, eyeing her curves in her tight black dress.
"You do too," Delphine echoed, moving in to squeeze gently at Cosima's hips under her form fitting red dress.
"Come on," Cosima said, "Scotty is waiting."
It was Scott's 40th birthday and his wife was throwing him a huge bash. They arrived at the venue, strolling inside to see plenty of tables and chairs along with a substantial dance floor and a DJ. The party was catered and they were immediately given glasses of wine by one of the waiters as they walked in.
"Holy shit, this is fancy," Cosima exclaimed.
Delphine leaned in to Cosima's ear. "Well, when you are one of the top scientists in your field and are responsible for many scientific breakthroughs, you tend to get paid quite well," she told her, chuckling.
They mingled, wishing Scott a happy birthday and saying hello to their other friends before sitting down as dinner was served. Sarah and Cal were there, along with Felix, who brought his new boyfriend, Colin. They chatted and enjoyed each other's company before the DJ turned up the music and most of their table got up to dance.
Cosima stood up, reaching her hand out to Delphine. "Dr. Cormier," she propositioned, "Come dance with me."
"No, no, Cosima," Delphine whined.
"Yes, yes, come on," Cosima told her, grabbing her hand and pulling her up.
Delphine allowed herself to be pulled up and dragged to the dance floor, Cosima pulling Delphine's arms around her waist as she threw her own arms up around the taller woman's neck.
Cosima leaned closer as they swayed together. "You are so gorgeous," she whispered, "I'm pretty sure everyone in this room is jealous of me for being able to dance with you."
Delphine chuckled and blushed, her hands pressing into Cosima's lower back. She looked down into Cosima's gaze, feeling butterflies in her stomach. She still felt like it was the first time Cosima had looked at her like that.
"Holy shit," Delphine heard someone say. She looked to her right, seeing Paul standing there, a tray in his hand, dressed in a catering outfit. Both women saw him as he came closer. "Delphine Cormier? And Cosima? Damn."
Delphine pulled back from Cosima for a moment, flashing her most polite smile. "Paul," she stated.
"Wow," he replied, looking her up and down.
Cosima did not like the way he was eyeing her and felt herself starting to get defensive. Delphine could feel the change in the brunette's body language and she squeezed her hand.
"You work here?" Delphine asked, trying her best to have a civilized conversation.
"Oh, my dad owns this catering company. I usually don't work as a waiter anymore. I'm management, you know, but I had to fill in at the last minute," he explained in a cocky way, "I'm going to own this company one day."
"Good for you," Delphine answered.
Paul nodded, looking between Delphine and Cosima. "Never would've pegged you for a lesbian, Delphine," he chuckled.
Delphine clenched her jaw. "Well, I'm not a lesbian. I'm bisexual, not that I really need to explain myself to you," she stated, firmly.
Paul leaned in, like they were old friends just shooting the shit, and nudged her arm with his elbow. "Oh, does that mean you'd do it with a guy and a girl at the same time? Is that what you guys are looking for? Because I'm totally in."
Cosima couldn't keep to herself anymore. She stepped forward, putting herself in between Paul and Delphine. "Alrighty Paul, I think you've established your ignorance perfectly well. You should probably be going now," she told him with a fake smile.
Paul looked offended, thinking what he said was just fine. "What? It's a perfectly valid question. She's bi, isn't she?"
Cosima's rage bubbled up and she took another step toward him, the size difference between them almost laughable, but she didn't care. "Ok, you really want to get into this now, don't you?" she spat, getting into his face. "This isn't about you and your dick. Bisexual women don't exist just so you can sleep with two women at once. And no, we don't want you to watch. No, we don't want you anywhere near us. We're perfectly satisfied in a way I'm sure no girl has ever been with you."
Paul's mouth fell open. "Jeez, you're a jerk!" he responded.
"I'm the jerk? Why don't you go back to your job before I report you to daddy?" Cosima fumed.
"Whatever," Paul muttered and walked away.
Cosima stared as she watched him, her mind coming back to reality as she turned around to look at Delphine.
Delphine's mouth was open as well, a stunned look on her face.
"Ugh, men like that infuriate me," she huffed before stepping close to Delphine and looking up at her. She took her hands in hers. "Sorry, was that too much?"
Delphine shook her head and smirked, leaning in toward Cosima's ear. "No, it was sexy. I like when you defend me like that. Can I take you home and show you my gratitude?"
Cosima felt a shiver run down her spine as she bit her lip. "Uh, yeah you can."
As soon as they walked into the apartment, Delphine closed the door and grabbed Cosima's hips, pushing her forcefully against the wall and pressing the length of her body against the smaller woman as she kissed her. Cosima felt a surge of desire run through her as she fervently returned the kiss, loving that Delphine was taking control.
Cosima tried to move her hands to Delphine's back but the blonde was faster and gripped Cosima's wrists, bringing her hands above her head against the wall, leaving her open and vulnerable. Cosima moaned as Delphine bit down on her neck before bringing her mouth to the brunette's ear.
"You look so fucking sexy in that dress," Delphine breathed, "I've wanted to fuck you all night."
"Holy shit," Cosima groaned, Delphine's boldness making her knees give out. Over the past few months, Delphine had become more and more daring, and Cosima especially loved when she talked dirty to her.
Cosima tried to move her hands, but Delphine had her in an iron grip. "Ah, ah," the blonde teased, "You're mine." She tried to press her thigh in between Cosima's legs but her dress was too tight to get where she wanted to.
Cosima moaned, pressing herself forward as Delphine chuckled. "I guess we're going to have to do something about this dress," she groaned. She pulled Cosima's hands away from the wall and led her to the bedroom.
Once they got to the room, Delphine unzipped Cosima's dress, undoing her own and slipping both off, leaving the two women in only their underwear.
Cosima stepped toward Delphine, trying to pull her close, but Delphine pushed her back onto the bed, climbing on top immediately and attacking her lips. She reached her hand down to graze over Cosima's underwear, feeling her wetness through the fabric.
Cosima gasped, shivers running through her as her hips bucked up involuntarily.
Delphine took her hand away and Cosima whimpered. She began kissing down her body roughly, sucking on her skin in all the places she knew Cosima loved. She moved lower, pulling Cosima's underwear off before coming back up to suck at her pulse point, her finger moving to run up through her wetness.
"Fuck, Delphine," Cosima panted, opening her legs wider.
"That's right. I'm going to eat you until you come in my mouth," Delphine whispered in her ear.
"Oh my god," Cosima moaned, as she felt her desire grow. "Jesus, Del."
Delphine moved lower, situating herself between Cosima's legs and pressing her mouth to her core, lightly at first, flicking and teasing, listening to the brunette's reactions.
Cosima felt the pleasure radiate as she threw her head back, letting out a series of moans and whimpers. She bent her knees, letting them fall open, as she tangled her hand in Delphine's curls, urging her on. Delphine's hot, wet mouth was making her feel incredible.
Delphine stuck to her motions, letting Cosima's hips dictate the intensity of the pressure as she enveloped Cosima's clit in her mouth. The moment she heard Cosima's breathing pick up, she inserted her finger, thrusting mercilessly as she knew the brunette was close.
"Ungg...ohhh," Cosima moaned loudly, her mind only focused on Delphine's skillful tongue and nimble fingers. "I'm close...oh god," she breathed.
Delphine kept up her rhythm until Cosima broke, grunting and panting, her hand digging into Delphine's head as her hips jolted into the blonde's face.
Cosima tugged at Delphine's head, jerking her hips away as her body got too sensitive and Delphine let out a small gasp at her hair being pulled.
"Oh, shit...fuck," Cosima panted, "Shit, sorry, did I hurt you?"
Delphine looked up at her. "No, no it's ok," she chuckled, as she pulled out, coming back up to Cosima's face. "I love making you come," she whispered before kissing her, Cosima tasting herself on Delphine's lips and moaning.
Cosima pulled back, catching her breath, her body in a blissful state. "Ok, if you talk to me like that when you fuck me," she breathed, "Well...fuck…" She wrapped her arms around Delphine and pressed close to her, unable to come up with any words to describe her feelings.
Delphine giggled and kissed her cheek before laying her head down on her shoulder. "Good?"
"Fuck yeah," Cosima answered.
"My goodness, you become such a potty mouth when my fingers are inside you," Delphine teased.
Cosima laughed. "Is this what I get when I stand up for you? Because if so, I'll definitely do it more often."
"Well, it didn't hurt," she smiled, "It was hot, you getting all defensive."
"I'm guessing you may need some attention then," Cosima smirked, moving her hand slowly down between them, her fingers grazing Delphine's stomach on the way down before she reached her destination. She found slick folds and moaned. "Fuuuuck, Del, you're so wet."
"I am aching for you," Delphine whispered.
Cosima didn't wait any longer. She got a surge of energy, flipping them over so she was on top, pulling off Delphine's panties and letting her fingers glide over the wet skin as the blonde groaned underneath her.
"Yes," Delphine panted, "Please."
"Tell me exactly what you want," Cosima whispered, nibbling on her earlobe.
"I want to feel you inside," Delphine pleaded, "I need you to fuck me."
Cosima knew her girlfriend was more than ready for her as she thrust a finger in, adding a second one after a moment, causing Delphine's hips to jolt up and a series of whimpers to come out of her mouth. Cosima laid her torso on top of the blonde's as she fucked her, giving her as much skin contact as possible. Delphine gripped at her back, digging her fingers in hard enough to leave a mark.
"Yes, yes," Delphine breathed, "Oh, yes."
Cosima gently grazed Delphine's straining clit with her thumb to gauge the blonde's reaction and when she groaned, she did it again.
She kept at it, sucking at Delphine's neck as she brought her body closer to its peak. She knew Delphine wouldn't last much longer as her breathing sped up, her pulse racing. "Come for me," she ordered, "Come."
Delphine had little control over her body as she came hard in Cosima's hand, groaning as her body reached its maximum pleasure. She shook in Cosima's arms, doing her best to hold onto her.
Her body finally fell limp and she smiled, chuckling to herself with her eyes closed.
Cosima wrapped her arm over Delphine's torso and buried her face in her neck. "I. Love. You." she whispered slowly, emphasizing each word.
"Mmm," Delphine replied, unable to move a single muscle in her feeling of ecstasy.
Cosima smiled into soft skin and closed her eyes. "Thanks for tonight, baby," she whispered, "I love being with you."
Delphine smiled and took a deep breath. "Me too," she spoke softly.
"God, you've exhausted me," Cosima chuckled.
"Sleep, my love," she whispered.
Cosima hummed, perfectly content to snuggle up to Delphine, the only person she ever wanted in this world. Her heart felt full and happy as she fell asleep.
January 2032
Cosima woke up to find the bed empty. She stretched and sauntered into the kitchen, seeing that Delphine had already made coffee. She noticed blonde curls outside the window on the front porch. She poured herself a cup of coffee and walked through the screen door to find her partner sitting, reading a book on their porch swing. Cosima grinned wide and sat next to her, placing her coffee on the table next to her.
"Morning, cutie," she smiled.
"Morning, chėrie," Delphine replied, leaning over to give her a kiss.
Cosima leaned back, enjoying the cool breeze. "We did it, Del."
"Hmm?" Delphine asked, putting her book in her lap.
"We have a house," Cosima grinned, her eyes gleaming.
They had moved in a few weeks ago, and were finally feeling like they had everything unpacked. It had been a lot of work, especially with both of them so busy at their jobs, but they got through it, and the payoff was worth it.
"It is so nice," Delphine cooed, moving closer to wrap her arm around Cosima's shoulders.
"Yeah, it is," Cosima whispered, leaning her head on Delphine's chest. She took a deep breath, feeling relaxed for the first time in a while, after being stressed out for so long.
Delphine planted a gentle kiss on Cosima's forehead. "You know, we've been together for six years now," she told her.
"Yeah, but it kind of feels like we've been together for like, 30 years, doesn't it?" Cosima joked.
Delphine giggled. "Ah yes, this relationship has taken its toll on me," she teased.
"You?" Cosima laughed, "What about me? I've been in love with you for 30 years!"
Delphine sighed. "So have I. It just took me a long time to admit it to myself," she said, a more solemn tone in her voice.
Cosima grabbed her hand and squeezed gently. "But you did. And damn, am I grateful," she chuckled.
Delphine took a deep breath. "Cosima," she started, "Did you ever think...would you ever want to get married?"
Cosima sat up, looking into Delphine's eyes intensely. "Wait, are you asking me to marry you?"
Delphine chuckled nervously. "I just wanted to bring it up. It's been on my mind."
"Oh, wow, I just thought...I don't know, I didn't think you'd want to get married again," Cosima stated.
"Cosima, I was so young the first time I got married," Delphine told her, "And I thought, maybe we could talk about it."
Cosima grinned, pulling Delphine closer and rubbing their noses together. "Del, I would love to marry you," she whispered.
"Yeah?" Delphine smiled.
"Yeah, you're my life," Cosima explained, "And I want you forever, and while we don't necessarily need a piece of paper that says it, I wouldn't mind."
Delphine gripped the sides of Cosima's head and pulled her in, pressing her lips to the brunette's. "I want that too," she breathed.
Cosima giggled, her love for the woman in front of her coursing through her. She couldn't believe how this woman made her feel, even after all these years.
"I was thinking...I mean, if you want something else, please tell me...but maybe, we could just go to the courthouse and get married, just me and you, something special for just the two of us," Delphine told her.
"That sounds absolutely perfect," Cosima replied, "I don't have any desire to have a big wedding or anything." She brought her knees up to her chest, nuzzling into Delphine's side as the blonde wrapped her arms completely around her.
"Ok," Delphine smiled, "Just the two of us."
Cosima let out a contented sigh. This was her happy place, lying in Delphine's arms, feeling the blonde's heart beat against her skin, listening to her slow breathing, rubbing gently at the back of her hand with her thumb. This was everything to her.
"I love you, Cosima," Delphine whispered, squeezing tightly.
Cosima closed her eyes to memorize the feeling.
"I love you, too, Del."