First Kiss
(A/N: Can I just start by saying how incredibly sorry I am? I am so sorry. I know it's been like... months since I updated. And I do have a good reason for that. My laptop, full of all of my plot ideas etc, was broken and I had to start everything over! It took so long but I am finally back on track. ALSO, I'm a junior in high school and I was trying to balance everything together which took a while. Nevertheless, I am back on track, I have all of my new plots written out, so expect a lot of updates soon! I hope you enjoy this, this is the chapter I was really iffy on. I was debating on publishing this chapter or just redoing everything. I decided to go with my first instinct. Enjoy!)
"These potatoes are amazing," Kid Flash said, his mouth full of the roasted potatoes. Jinx looked down, ears slightly pink. After their long embrace, the pair sat down at the table to eat the meal.
"Really? You don't think I put too much garlic in them?" Jinx asked, cutting a bite out of the pot roast.
"It's perfect," Kid Flash assured her. "I lovegarlic," He took another hearty bite and grinned at Jinx. "I had no idea you could cook this well,"
Jinx shrugged. "I had to learn. I've lived with 5 other guys. A girl gets tired of takeout," She took another bite of the pot roast.
"I'm so happy you're eating!" Kid Flash remarked. This was definitely the most he'd ever seen her eat. The girl had already cleared a plate and was going on for seconds. Jinx laughed, a happy, clear noise.
"Yeah, I'm getting used to it more and more," Jinx cheerfully said, taking in another forkful of pot roast.
"You never ate back in the Hive Five, did you?" It was more of a statement then a question.
"Um, not really. I was never... hungry," Jinx said, thinking back. It was weird how she had to actually think back to remember as if it happened long ago when in reality, she had only left last week.
"So, where were you today?" Kid Flash asked, changing the subject,"I looked everywhere for you. And when I say everywhere, I mean EVERYWHERE,"
Jinx paused, chewing on her pot roast slowly. "I... I was actually with Jason," She said, swallowing and watching Kid Flash's reaction carefully. He stiffened a little, and gritted his teeth.
"Oh," He said, looking down at the food. Jinx hesitantly took his hand.
"No, it's not like that, Wally, I swear," She said, a little quietly. "He was giving me advice about you. He was the one who told me to go back,"
Kid Flash looked up again, surprise and relief reflected in his eyes. Jinx hesitated but then went on anyway.
"He really is just a friend," She continued, looking at the boy straight in the eye. "I would never leave you for him,"
Wally leaned back a little. "Yeah, I know that," He mumbled, a little sheepishly, "But sometimes I forget, you know?" Jinx smiled.
"You look really nice," Wally added, smiling at Jinx. "You look beautiful," Jinx looked away. She had never gotten used to compliments in her life, as rare as they came.
"Thanks," She muttered. Wally cleared his throat.
"Anyway, is there anything you want to do tonight? It's still young," Kid Flash leaned forward, his eyes twinkling. Jinx shrugged again. Going out was still a new thing for her. Every time Kid Flash said "going out", she immediately thought of banks to rob, which was obviously not on the agenda for a superhero.
"Then, do you mind if I take you somewhere special? You made such a wonderful dinner, I just want to return the favor," Kid Flash asked, standing up. Jinx pushed her plate away.
"Yeah, I don't mind," She began smoothing out the wrinkles on her dress. Kid Flash held up a finger.
"Give me a second," He said and zoomed out of the room and came back. Except now, he was in a suit and had used one of the roses Jinx had given him as a boutonnière.
"I'll look like a chum standing next to someone as stunning as you," He winked at her.
"Still a chum, but much better looking," Jinx teased. Kid Flash held out a hand to her. Jinx took a deep breath and slowly put her hand in his.
Again, they were zooming away, going so fast that Jinx couldn't keep her eyes open. She shut them tightly, and held on. When she opened her eyes again, she found herself looking at a beautiful city of lights. She looked around, looking for a familiar landmark and saw the Eiffel Tower. Her mouth dropped.
"Paris," She whispered. "I'm in Paris," She spun around, drinking in the atmosphere. "Wally," She said, eyes wide, "It's beautiful,"
Kid Flash smiled back, "I know, let me show you around," He took her hand and began leading her down the cobblestone road. They passed shops, and cafes and went into the parisian bookstore. They both tossed a coin in a fountain and Kid Flash bought Jinx a chocolate crepe. They finally went into a random outside cafe and sat down to take a breather.
"I used to always scoff at people who were crazy about Paris, but now I understand," Jinx said, looking up at bright twinkling streetlights. "Paris is breathtaking,"
"Yeah, breathtaking," Kid Flash said. But he wasn't looking around. He was looking at Jinx when he said that. A small band in the outside cafe began playing a sweet melody to entertain the rest of the people in the cafe. Jinx perked her head when she heard the sudden music. Kid Flash stood up.
"Jinx, will you dance with me?" He asked, holding his hand out to her. Jinx turned red.
"O-oh, I don't dance," She said quickly. Kid Flash still held out his hand. "Everyone dances," He said, simply. Jinx shook her head. "Not me," She sighed.
"Jinx," Kid Flash said, almost pleading. "Please, humor me,"
Jinx looked up to Kid Flash, who was looking straight into her eyes, a slight smile playing at his lips. She felt her heart give in and she finally allowed him to pull her out to the middle of the cafe. He gently had his hand in hers and the other hand on the small of her back. She shakily had her hand on his chest as she looked down on her feet, hoping she wouldn't step on his feet. She winced as she stepped on his feet instantaneously. She pulled away, embarrassed.
"Jinx, relax. Just flow with the music," Kid Flash said, stroking her hair. Jinx looked up into his eyes again. Again, every time she looked into his eyes, she always saw the same unwavering look. A look she had never been given before but always longed for. It was a look she had seen in movies and read about in books. A gentle, kind, caring look. A look that pierced her heart and went to her soul. It was a look that shattered the walls she had so carefully placed up.
Jinx took a deep breath to steady herself and slowly took his hand again. This time, she closed her eyes to listen to the music. It was a dainty, sweet melody, and it made her feel calm. Smoothly, they began to glide across the dance floor. She rested her head on his chest and heard his heartbeat, which was tapping rhythmically and consistently. She could hear sighs from the people sitting down in the cafe as they reminisced about young love. She closed her eyes. She wished that time would stop, and his arms would be around her forever. She wished that they could dance like this forever.
But, of course, the music eventually stopped. As everyone clapped, Jinx lifted her head up and saw Kid Flash leaning towards her.
"Jinx?" He asked, his voice a little shaky. He gently pushed a strand a hair out of her face.
"I might kiss you," He whispered. She tilted her head slightly and began closing her eyes.
"I might kiss you back," She whispered. He leaned a little bit and she leaned forward. Their lips met as the band began starting another song. But while couples were dancing, they were still kissing. That magical kiss in Paris.
(A/N: Hope you guys liked it! Tell me if you didn't so I can improve. I'm usually not good at writing extreme fluff, like this. I feel like... this was the most out of character I've ever written them. I don't know. Like I said, this was an iffy chapter. Please, please, please tell me what you think! It really inspires me to keep writing. And I love reading reviews. :3 I'm sorry again for the belated update! I promise, I will update sooner. I solemnly swear.)
