A/N: Everyone it's been fucking crazy here in Las Vegas (my current place of residence). I work with a PR company and with Life is Beautiful, I Heart, the fundraiser's for the anniversary of the October 1st shooting at Route 91, and the politicians strolling through town, the last two weeks have been insane. However because nobody wanted to work the political events my co worker and I got to help set up most of them and guess fucking what…
We met Lana ya'll! I was surprised because I didn't even know she was suppose to be here (I don't follow any of the cast's IG's or fan accounts) so you can imagine my face when we were brought back stage to walk through the line up with Keegan, Michelle, Kelly and Lana. Mind you, I never thought I would meet her, ever. I don't have a desire to go to cons and I figured that would probably be the only way. Like, I like the show, but not enough to see them at cons and follow them on IG (*ducks head* and yells: don't shoot.) however I like it enough to write FF, so it's weird middle area I'm floating in, can anyone relate?
Guys, her jeans were painted on by the damn gods also I didn't realize how short she was. She was super relaxed, really funny, seemed to gel well with the other actors and her hugs are fucking legit. Despite this being a crazy 2 weeks my weekend ended with 2 amazing music festivals, meeting Lana and now I have 5 days off, plenty of time for me to update both stories twice this week. Enough rambling, on with the longest chapter I've ever written...
Over the course of a little over a month Regina and I fell into a steady routine, a routine that sadly consisted of us not seeing each other except in class. Volleyball has taken up 75% of my time, 20% goes to homework and the last 5% goes to me being grounded. The Red Rose High Varsity volleyball team has been kicking ass and taking names only losing one game during the season. Rachel still hasn't let me talk to her, however, instead completely avoiding my presence she gives me an awkward smile and a cordial 'hello', I guess this is what they call progress.
The cons with us winning so many games and working really hard has led to minimal time with my girlfriend who has also been deep in grading papers, tests, and reports. Unfortunately these events have started an ugly cycle of day dreaming during physics. Belle and Ethan are constantly trying to get my attention but all I can do is wonder whether or not Regina is wearing underwear and what was once a 96.7 is now a 68.5. To say my coach, girlfriend and parents are disappointed would be an understatement, hence why I'm grounded and not just at home but also with Regina.
From anything sex related that is and I thought it would be easy since we haven't seen each other but I should never underestimate that woman. She's been brutal with her outfits at school, the subtle winks, and the very unexpected touches. When Regina left for her birthday cruise the pictures were non stop; bathing suit after bathing suit after boob shot after more boob shots.
Between those unbearable pictures, I was able to dedicate some time to studying and catching up with my friends, that I was surprised mom agreed to.
Sighing, I looked at the clock on my nightstand, grumbling at the ungodly hour reminding me of the little time I had left to sleep. I flipped over to the right. Nope. To the left. No. On my stomach. Definitely not. My back with the covers over my head. Fuck no.
"Jesus, come on Emma." I hissed, flipping back over on my right side. Willing myself to sleep I shut my eyes and counted backwards from ten...seven fucking times. When that didn't work I tried music, praying Spotify had a playlist called 'Why The Fuck Aren't You Asleep?'.
They didn't.
As Alina Baraz played through my phone I found myself opening the text thread with Regina. Timid fingers wavered over the letters on the screen as I contemplated texting her. She'd probably be upset since it's so late or would she be upset that I didn't reach out to her when I couldn't sleep. I'm going with the latter. Tapping over the keyboard before I over thought it I sent the message and waited for a response. Alina's hypnotizing voice was cut off when my phone started vibrating wildly in my hand and as Regina's name lit up on the screen the moisture in my throat evaporated.
"He-" swallowing the small lump forming I tried again. "Hey."
"I think the question is why are you still up." her words drifted through the phone, already I feel the tension easing out of my body, well, every part except one.
"Can't sleep. I feel like I've tried everything just short of knocking myself out." the infectious laugh hugged my senses and I sighed, yes...this is definitely what I needed.
"Have you tried everything?"
Frowning at the emphasis of her words I sat up, pressing my back against the wall.
"Why did you say it like that?" silence on the other end before a throaty chuckle encompassed the line.
"Nothing, never mind. You should get off the phone with me and try to sleep, big day for you tomorrow or I guess it would be later today. What time is Ruby picking you up?" Regina's sudden change in subjects has me confused but I ignored it as I kicked the sheets off my legs, staring at an extremely hard member, a permanent state I'm use to.
"She'll be here at 6 and I think we arrive in San Diego around 9:30 or 10." After increasing the volume I used the wall and my shoulder to prop up my phone while my right hand trailed down the flushed skin. "Were you asleep?"
"That doesn't give you much time to rest, which is what you should be doing instead of talking to me." I dipped my hand down the inside of my thigh and dropped my head back, careful not to knock off my phone.
"Like I said, I can't. Were you asleep?" I repeated, knowing she heard me the first time.
Regina was quiet then a heavy sigh filled the line.
"I'm sorry I can't be there for you, you have no idea how much I don't want to do this teacher conference tomorrow." her tone had shifted from husky to remorse in a few seconds.
"Don't be sorry, I'll miss you yes but after today there's no more volleyball and because my grade will be better we'll have plenty of time, together."
A smoky chuckle fell from her lips and my body tremored at the sound, wishing she was here doing that in my ear.
"I was not asleep." Regina continued, finally responding to my question. "It seems my body still thinks it's in Hawaii and the cruise home was bumpy. Luckily it has worked out in my favor considering all the grading I had to do this evening." I took a deep breath in as my fingers grazed over my sack, thinking it was now okay to resume my plan since the brief moment seemed to pass.
I heard some shuffling around before she exhaled.
"Tell me about your trip." I said, stroking my palm up my shaft then circling the tip. I did care about her cruise but there's also a part of me that is being selfish, that wants her to keep talking so I can quietly get off to the sound of her voice and hopefully go to bed.
"-And the luau was amazing, the food though, that's what did me in."
"I'm sure, what else?"
My breath became shallow as my hand wrapped around my cock and glided down then up. Regina continued to talk about the various aspects of her trip while I jerked off to the sound of her voice. Knowing if we were together she would have in between her legs with my back pressed against her center. Fingers would trail through my hair, down my neck, probably dip under the shirt I would be wearing.
"-Then this gorgeous woman asked me to go back to her room and we-"
"Wait what?" cutting her off I grabbed the phone and shot up from my lounged out position. "What did you just say?"
"I said this gorgeous woman asked me to go back to her room." she snickered, raising the level of uncertainty brewing in the pit of my stomach. "I had to get your attention somehow."
"What do you-...oh...were you fucking joking?" I whispered not wanting to draw too much attention to my room.
"Oh relax, as you said I was only joking."
Rolling my eyes I resumed my position, huffing as I got comfortable.
"That wasn't funny. I was listening for your information. You went to two islands, the luau was great especially the food, your sister is a wild one..." and yea...that's pretty much it.
"You literally only recited the first three things I said."
I was ashamed, this momentarily puts me in the shitty girlfriend category. I should be focused on my girlfriend's birthday adventure, not worrying about my needs. Swinging the covers back over my naked body, berating myself, I laid flat on my back with the phone lying on the pillow close to my ear.
"I'm sorry Regina, you have my undivided attention now. Please continue."
"Mm no. Not until you tell me what's got you so distracted."
"It's not as important as what you were saying." I have to give myself a pat on the back for that one, I'm sure if I could see her she'd be giving me that 'smart ass' look. I heard the rustle of what sounded like sheets being adjusted when a throaty chuckle filled my quiet bedroom.
"I was going to tell you this in person but maybe now is a good time. I got chance to read through the coupon book."
Bringing the phone to my ear I slid up in my bed as a smile spread across my face.
"What did you think?"
"You kept it interesting."
"Is that a good thing?"
"Yes Emma, it definitely is."
My throat became tight and I had to swallow down that hot feeling whenever Regina dropped her voice. The dominate tone sent a bolt of electricity through my body straight to my core and I my cock twitched underneath the sheets.
"Regina are you…?" I couldn't finish the end of the sentence, because she can't be right?
"Yes." she answered.
"But you don't even kno-"
"I am. I figured you can't be the only one touching yourself."
Uhhhh…
"I, um, it-fuck." yea, what do I say to that? "...It wasn't...shit, I-"
"Because that is what you were doing, am I right Emma?"
My lips dried out so much they clung to my teeth and I gulped, feeling as if it bounced off the walls and the dark chuckle I heard let me know she was aware of my useless state.
"I'm sorry." I mumbled.
"Don't be, I take it as a compliment. In fact, I'm thinking of cashing in a coupon."
"Yea?" My breath was labored as my hand traveled down to my aching member.
"Mhm, there is one that says fifteen minutes of whatever I want you to do, can you guess what that is?" Regina's voice sound scratchy causing me to groan.
"You want me to touch myself." It was a statement because I'm learning that even though Regina is not ready for sex, she's been very creative in other ways.
"That's right, can you do that for me?" Regina let a soft moan at the end causing my cock to twitch in my grasp. Mid stride my hand froze, my heart pounded in my chest as anxiety crippled my movements. The awkward silence hung on the line between us. She didn't say a word but the change in her breathing pattern was an indicator her fingers were still at work. Loud stirring caught my attention and I found my voice.
"What are you doing?" I asked.
"I'm hot." she stated matter of fact and yes, I snorted because that is so unbelievably true.
"That you are."
Pause.
"Emma..."
"I'm nervous Regina." I admitted.
"It's okay to be nervous." she replied in a controlled voice. "It's just you and I, little one."
My stomach clenched at the pet name as a smile tugged on my lips.
"What about me grounded?" not sure why I'm postponing my inevitable release.
"For 1, this is my birthday gift and that should be all the explanation I need." Oh, brash Regina, I like it. "But if you really need another one the terms were you're not allowed to touch me and I was not going to touch you, I never said you couldn't cum. By the way, my hands are itching to get a hold of your body so I better see a higher grade when I calculate your average tomorrow."
Itching to get a hold of me, that sounds promising. Just the possibilities has my hand working my cock as I think about what Regina would do to me.
"Are you touching yourself?" she asked.
"Y-es." blissfully unaware of how silly I sounded, my strokes increased as did the rise and fall in my chest.
"You won't regret it. Do you believe me when I say that?"
"Yes."
"Do you want to stop?"
"No." I gasped.
The sound of her voice has already got me close to my peak, the smoky chortle damn near sent me over and I'm wondering if I'm going to finish before we even get started.
"So I'm giving you choice." Yea an impossible one. "I can explain what I want to do to you or what I want you to do to me." Or not.
"The second one." I answered with unwavering confidence.
"Really? I thought you would surely go for the first one." An unsteady breath fell from Regina's lips. Shrugging my shoulder, not that she could see, I slowed down the movements so I didn't embarrass myself.
"I want to know what goes on in that head when I'm not around." Hoping to come off flirty I dropped my voice at the end and was delighted to hear a groan.
"Fifteen minutes starts now."
Quickly I checked my duffle making sure I had all my gear and overnight clothes then raced down the stairs with it trailing behind me.
"You're up!" Mom said handing me a green drink. I took it with a skeptical frown and looked just behind to glare at her.
"What in the shit is this?" I shouldn't have come off so dry, I should just appreciate they are up to make me something at 5:45 in the morning, but it's too early for these shenanigans, what happened to the toast and my bacon? Mom narrowed her eyes at me then shoved the smoothie against at my chest.
"You look like shit." she spat back. Wincing at the clipped tone I cradled the smoothie eyeing the straw suspiciously. "I can clearly tell you didn't get much sleep last night if at all, this-" she pointed to the drink. "Will help you feel energized throughout the day."
"I can always sleep in the car." I replied as my body tensed hoping she wasn't referring to the muffled orgasm that ripped me apart last night. Glancing down at the faint teeth marks on my bicep a smile crossed my face. No, there is no way she heard me last night.
A heavy grasp was placed on my shoulders before a wet kiss hit my temple.
"Just drink the fucking smoothie." dad grumbled from above then stepped around to give mom a kiss.
I smiled at his wrinkled sweat pants and stretched out tank top. Foggy green eyes looked down to his wife and crooked smile pulled on his mouth. She looked at dad with admiration, returning his smile with a nose crinkle as she stroked his face with the palm of her hand. It amazed me how they could have a conversation without speaking.
Before I could make a comment on how cute this was the doorbell echoed in the house repeatedly.
"Ruby! The doorbell isn't broken, I'm coming!" I yelled then looked at my parents. They smiled, wrapping me in hug each taking turns kissing my head.
"We'll be there at 6:30 sharp." mom said. "Unless your friends drank a lot of liquids, then we might be making more pit stops than we want. You have the money we gave you?"
Smiling, I chuckled softly before untangling my arms from theirs.
"Yes I still have the money. Thank you, I love you guys."
"We love you too sweetie." dad replied, squeezing the top of my shoulder. After a quick kiss to both of them I rushed out the door to find an annoyingly wide awake Ruby.
"Let's go." Ruby said with a broad grin. Draping her arm around my shoulder she led me to the SUV, popping open the trunk once we got closer. I noticed three different bags and my lips pulled into thin tight line.
"I thought it was just going to be us." I questioned.
"Yea, sorry I kind of got pressured in to it." she offered apologetically. "You get the right side in the back."
Throwing my back pack in the trunk I walked to the passenger right and wondered who my companion would be. Opening the door I slid in, my stomach dropped. Well, fuck me right? Rachel stared back at me with what I imagine my face looks like in this particular moment: complete and udder shock.
"Emma can you close the door?" Ruby asked tugging the seat belt across her body. Without responding I shut the door and it seemed the temperature in the backseat raised a few degrees.
"Hey Duckling." T replied as she spun around in front of me. "Hope you don't mind us crashing your drive." Pretty sure it doesn't matter now. I smiled at her still unable to form any words from my lungs constricting tightly in my chest. Taking a chance I glanced at Rachel, when T got comfortable in her seat, and she pressed her legs together then huddled against the door. Ear buds were roughly pressed in as she huffed through her nose and thumbed through her phone.
I'm guessing she knew as little as I did about this particular car arrangement judging by the permanent scowl embedded in her face. Honestly, I don't blame her for not wanting to ride in the van with the other girls, if they are anything like Ruby and T this early in the morning then I would say 'fuck that' too. In fact, I did.
Ruby set the music low just for background noise as her and T talked quietly upfront. Fishing my headphones from my pocket, I connected them while finding the playlist I was looking for, going straight for 'Passing Me By'. As it played I took a screenshot of the song and sent it to Regina with a text that says:
and we're off
My phone vibrated in my hand instantly as her message popped up on my screen.
K. Have fun.
K?
What the fuck is K. Everyone knows 'K' means you're either annoyed, frustrated, or can't be bothered and Regina does not use single letters in texts like that. She would say 'ok' or 'okay'. So I'm confused. Clearly something is wrong.
Is everything alright?
Yup. G2g. Ttyl.
What the fuck?
She either took a class on up to date texting lingo or she's pissed and since I highly doubt Regina would waste her time doing the first thing it could only be the second option.
Regina please talk to me. I know something is up.
5 minutes passed… 10 minutes passed… 25 minutes passed…
Apparently our conversation was over.
The sky merged through it's usual pinks, purples, and blues as the sun crept higher in the sky. Salt and seawood wafted through the cracked windows, the smell of the ocean was a nice change. Leaning my head on the window I let my eyes flutter shut as glimpses of Regina flashed through my mind.
…
…
A hard shove jerked my body awake. Eyes flew open and I whipped my head around to find Rachel with pursed lips and a clenched jaw while she pointed at Ruby. Ripping the earbud out I directed my attention to my best friend, giving her a short nod.
"Bathroom break, you need to go?" she asked giving me a winning smile.
"I'm good." I replied, squinting at the bright rays of sunlight beaming through the clouds.
"Alright, we're only 45 minutes out but I could not hold it any longer." Ruby said. Her and T exited the car. I was waiting for Rachel to leave as well but instead she stayed huddled in her corner skimming through her phone.
Her body tensed when my eyes landed on her and a heavy sigh fell from her lips. I wish she would just fucking talk to me, I want to work this thing out. Rachel closed her eyes while dropping her back and reached up to pull out an earbud.
"Are you just going to stare at me the entire time their gone?" her blunt words struck me in a weird way.
"I-no, sorry." I looked out my window, not that there was much to see. Just a few young college boys laughing and joking while they smoked on their cigarettes.
"Just tell me what it is." Rachel pressed. "We have the biggest match of the year this evening and I don't want things to be awkward."
Well you've failed miserably then.
"It's fine, obviously I'm bothering you." I replied instead.
"Just tell me Emma!" she shouted and I jumped, surprised by the raised voice. Keeping my eyes on the group of guys parked next to us I bit my lip then nibbled, wondering how I should start this conversation.
"I'm sorry." I whispered. Apologies are a good way to start. I shifted my gaze just in time to look at the hard lines creased in her cheeks softening up. "I was a fucking idiot Rachel, I never meant to hurt you." Silence came and even though her body language was less uptight her eyes were still cold.
"I don't even care about you not liking me. It's the name and you running off that bothered me the most. Seriously, I mean Regina?"
Fuck, it's been so long since it happened that I forgot about that tiny detail. I wanted to tell her that it wasn't her name that I forgot, that my girlfriend was right behind her but I couldn't, so instead I settled for admitting that somehow it slipped my mind.
"I'm sorry." I replied again, knowing that it wouldn't do much. "I really don't have an excuse except things got crazy extremely fast."
Rachel let a cynical snort before rolling her eyes.
"Yea." she huffed as shoulders dropped and her eyes finally warmed up but she didn't say anything after that. We still floated in the between spot where I needed verbal that things are okay.
"So, are we good?" I was hesitant, Rachel is kind of scary when she's mad at you.
"Yes, we're good." she replied. The smile was short but enough to ease my nerves and I shined my crooked grin back at her. With a light chuckle she disconnected the other ear bud, staring down at her phone as she bit her lip. "Can I tell you something?" Really, I feel like I kind of owe her.
"Of course."
"Actually when it happened you were the first person I wanted to tell. You're the only girl I know who can keep her mouth shut."
I laughed at this getting her to join in with a few airy chuckles. Brown eyes darted up and glimpses of the old Rachel were coming to the forefront. The kind, funny, cute girl that seemed to overflow with positivity was back and suddenly this car ride didn't seem so bad anymore.
"I have a girlfriend."
"What!" an unrecognizable shriek rising from my throat as excitement flooded out of me. "Who is she? Or he? Do I know this person?" I rambled off the questions so fast my tongue almost got caught between my teeth.
"She doesn't go to school here." Scrolling through her phone she tapped on a picture, expanded it, then leaned across the middle seat. "Here, this is Ivy." A picture of the two of them crossing their eyes as their tongues were pushed out their mouths made me chuckle.
"She's very cute."
"Yes, she is. You should know though, she's not too fond of you at the moment." Rachel said.
To be honest I'm not all that surprised.
"Guess I'll have to work on that." I teased.
Soon after, Ruby and T came barreling out of the gas station with an arm full of snacks and grins spread across their face. After opening the car door they threw all the food over their shoulder, smirked at Rachel and I then got in.
"Don't you guys think we should save this stuff until after the game?" Rachel asked as she held up the Swedish Fish like they were a dirty pair of underwear.
"Some of it is." Ruby defended.
"And some of it is not." T countered as she snatched the gummies and tore into them without shame.
The rest of the car ride went by smooth. Rachel continued showing pictures of her and Ivy as she talked about where they met, what school she went to, things they are planning on doing over summer break, and we talked a little bit about me. I couldn't help but check my phone every so often to see if Regina had texted me back.
I was disappointed every time.
45 minutes went by quicker than I imagined when Ruby pulled up to the hotel. As we unpacked the car the rest of the team, with Coach Robin were pulling up behind us.
"Bitches we are going to slay tonight!" Sadie said, jumping out of the van and pulling me in a hug.
"Hey girl." I squeezed out through her tight grasp.
"What should we do for the day?" Aliey asked, swing her duffle over her shoulder.
Sadie let me go and I went through a round of hugs from everyone before finding my spot next to Coach.
"I want to go to those gardens everyone is always talking about." Kelsey replied
"I want to hit up Gaslamp." Ruby said through a mouth full of chips.
"We should definitely do that at night. We'll call it a congratulatory outing." T replied. "Any ideas Swan? You've been quiet."
Glancing at her I shrugged my shoulders, none of those sound fun to me. What can I say, I'm a home body.
"It doesn't matter. Honestly I'm okay hanging out at the beach and tossing the volleyball around."
"I second that." Rachel added.
"Third." Couch replied.
"I could definitely go for some beach time, even if it is February." Kelsey said as she pointed to her skin like she was pale. Girl please, I'm see through in comparison to you.
We all agreed that the beach was the way to go and after sending the arrival texts to the appropriate people in my phone we walked in to the hotel to check into our rooms and get ready for our fun day out.
10 minutes passed.
15 minutes passed.
20 minutes passed.
… I got text from everyone else, except Regina. I don't understand, what could've changed between the fantastic phone sex and me leaving this morning.
"Okay ladies, this is it." Coach Robin stood parallel to the line we made, gazing at us with pride. "I'm so proud of each and every one of you. You all have made this season one that I will never forget more importantly I will never forget you." he smiled and his eyes welled up. "Now, let's finish the season with a bang because this championship game is ours to take. You with me?"
"YES!" we shouted.
"I don't think I heard you, I said are you with me?!"
"YES!" this time at the top of our lungs.
"Let's do it then."
With cheers we ran out into the San Diego State University gym and the stands were packed. This place was fucking huge, at least three times the size of our gym. Lights from camera's flashed all around us as we got set up in our spots.
"You good Emma?" Shifting my gaze to Ruby I forced a smile and nodded.
"Yea, I'm good." Sort of. Still haven't heard from Regina which makes me nervous. The conference was allegedly done at 1:30, it's now 6:30. Texts were going unanswered and calls were getting ignored. I tried three times, first it rang twice before hitting the voicemail, second, it rang four times before sending me to voicemail, the third time it rang all the way until...yup, you guessed it, it went to voicemail.
Frustrated, I gave up and ignored the tempting whispers of my phone, pouring all of my attention into the fun my team was having at the beach. It worked for the most part, occasionally my mind would drift then I would have to remind myself that we're apparently not talking today.
"Well, well, well, if it isn't The Ugly Duckling." Ugh, this fuckwaffle. Paying zero attention to the cunt Number 23 I skimmed the crowd looking for my family. I found them buried in the middle of the right side of the stands waving frantically at me. I waved back noticing Killian, Belle, and Jefferson sitting next to my parents then Ruby's grandma, Belle's parents, Jefferson's mom and Killian's dad.
An arm draped over my shoulder, pulling me out of my daze and I looked up to find Ruby smiling down at me.
"Let's kick ass, keep your eyes out for those corner spots." she said dragging me over to the five other teammates, making a circle with our hands in the middle.
"Alright guys, this is our last game. Let's show them how we shut down the season." T said.
"We are going between Emma and the pipes for the kill." Ruby looked toward me and nodded. "How about we end this in two games."
"Deal." I replied.
After doing the cheer we took our positions on the court and it was pissing Number 23 off that I was not phased by her heckling. If I don't have time to think about why my girlfriend is dodging my messages I surely don't have time to entertain this twat.
The stands quieted down as the ball was passed to the Acalanes team member who had the first serve.
Spreading my stance with a slight bend in my knees I hinged at the hips and propped my hands on my knees getting ready for the serve. The ball went up in the air and as soon as she hit it the game was set in motion.
These girls were playing their hearts out tonight but not enough to take the first match, but we did. They came back stronger, winning the second match. Now we're in the 3rd and the score is 24-24.
The refferee passed me the ball and I almost dropped it with the sweat dripping from my palms. It hasn't been for lack of trying that game is this close, is just that both teams are playing their asses off so we are stuck at a tied game. It could be thing, I wouldn't want an easy win only now instead of winning by one point we have to win by two.
"Psst." glancing to my left Rachel was calling my attention from her spot on the court. "Jump it." she mouth. I shook my head no but she nodded back yes. "You can Emma."
My jump serve is okay, I've been working on it consistently for a few weeks however it's nowhere near ready for the game.
10 seconds left to serve…
"Come on Emma, we gotta get going!" yelled Coach.
Fuck. Shit. Fine.
Taking three giants steps away from the endline I took a deep breath in, drowning out the sounds of the screams.
"5 seconds!" he yelled from the sideline as I threw the ball in the air, walked through my steps, jumped up and hit it, sending it flying across the net. The serve was good, really good but not enough to stop Acalanes from bumping it up to their setter. She passed it to another girl on their right who gently tapped it over the net. Diving down Rachel saved the ball before it hit the floor as T sprinted over to get just under it. Holding up four fingers the team back away, shit, that's me. Why is she back row passing?
Doesn't matter, the ball is already coming to my way as it bounced perfectly off T's fingertips. Jumping in the air I slapped the volleyball, hurdling it over to the Acalanes team landing just inside the line on the far left corner. Three quarters of the stadium erupted in shouts and cheers as a circle of high fives went between us.
"Alright Emma, you do that again and we win, like officially." Ruby said as she cupped my cheeks, her blue eyes running wild with excitement.
"Right, no pressure."
"None at all." she winked then headed back to her spot.
Catching the volleyball, I set up behind the endline, once again taking three steps back because I figured, what the hell, this is the last game of my last year in high school. Let's fucking do it. After running through my routine the ball was tossed in the air and I smacked it across the net, they were ready like before bumping towards their hitter.
Shit. They aren't even going to set it and I see the hole right behind Ruby. I didn't hear the sound of the of the hand connecting with the ball as I sprinted then lunged to bump it back up. T wasn't close enough for the set so Ruby was there to pass it to Rachel and instead of going for the hard kill she gently tapped the ball over the net. Every single girl from Acalanes plunged to the ground but alas, the amazing sound of the volleyball hitting the gym floor solidified our win and the entire gym roared with cheers.
I looked at Ruby with a huge smile as she scooped me up, spinning us around in a circle.
"We fucking did it." she whispered.
"Yes we did."
When Ruby put me down she grabbed my face and planted a huge kiss on my lips before walking off to congratulate the rest of the team with me following behind her. There were hugs, tears, laughter. At some point I got placed on Rachel's shoulders, spotting Coach doing his best to keep himself together in this unbelievable moment we are sharing as one.
The Gaslamp District was a pretty cool area. After much discussion between the girls we decided on a burger joint that turned out to be really good.
I'd like to take Regina here.
Regina…
Regina who still has texted back, even after I told her we won the game. We have our own lives, I understand that, it's strange though. We've been texting everyday since November, and now minus the extremely short conversation we had this morning she's giving me radio silence. I took the last bite of my burger doing my best to join in on the conversation around the table. Everyone was here, the team, our parents, friends, Coach, and Coach's fiance Marian.
The chatter was disorganized, everyone was talking but nobody was listening and in a group with big personalities that's to be expected, I on the other hand am jumping from conversation to conversation in attempt to keep up with my group. Yet my insecurities are bubbling up like boiling water and there is nothing I can do to keep it at bay. I repeatedly tell myself it's okay, that we're okay but the negativity is there, lurking in the shadows.
"You've been quiet." at the sound of Killian's voice I jumped, shooting him daggers.
"Shit, don't fucking do that." I hissed, leaning over to nudge him with my shoulder when he chuckled.
"Sorry, you seem very distant tonight. Everything okay?"
My best friend gazed at me with love and concern in his open blue eyes.
I can see it, he's calling my bluff before I get a chance to vocalize the half ass excuse.
"Everything is okay." I replied and before he could push the subject I curled my fingers around the edge of the chair as I scooted out of the Killian and Jefferson sandwhich I was in. "I'm going to step outside for a moment." I grabbed my leather jacked, dodged out of the restaurant and to the fresh air. Sitting down on the bench near the entrance I ran a hand through my hair and sighed. There was no time to gather my thoughts before the door swung open and heavy footsteps followed.
"Dad I'm fine. Go back in and enjoy the dinner." I replied, staring at the ground not wanting to see the troubled look on his face.
"Hm, last time I checked I don't have a daughter."
Jerking my head up I cringed, feeling embarrassed that it was Coach beaming down with a smile crossing his face. He sat in the open spot on the bench, placing his elbows on his knees and clasping his hands together. I was waiting for the good 'ol 'cheer up buttercup' speech but it did not happen instead Coach kept his gaze forward. A few minutes later I copied his position and we sat like for what seemed like awhile before he finally spoke.
"She really wanted to be here tonight."
"Yea, I know." Taking a deep breath in I turned my head to face him, frowning at his neutral posture. "That's not what's bothering me, I-"
"Daddy!" squealed a familiar voice.
Coach Robin's face lit up like a fireworks as he stood with his arms wide open. Roland sprinted over to him then jumped with Coach catching him mid air and holding the little kid up while they spun around in a circle.
"Did you have fun at mommy's?" He asked when his son was safely on the ground.
"Lots." he replied walking over to me, wrapping his tiny arms around my neck, embracing me in a hug. "Hi Emma." Roland whispered.
"Hey kid." I replied, lettin him go then ruffled his hair once I stood up. He laced his fingers with mine and smiled innocently at me. "I have a surprise for you."
"A surprise, for me?" I questioned.
He didn't answer as he dragged me away from the restaurant and I noticed a vehicle a few cars up from our spot.
It was white.
It was Porsche.
Is that...
"Where are we going?" I asked putting up some resistance.
The little fucker just shrugged his shoulders but still we were headed to the white car. I had my answer when Regina was leaning in her oh so casual way against the passenger door. Our eyes met but there was something different in the brown orbs looking back at me.
"I got her, just like you asked." Roland proudly stated when we got close, or really when he got close. I kept a fair amount of distance between Regina and I. The frown that slipped over her mask said she noticed it but really what was she expecting? Hell I don't even know how I am suppose to react. I'm happy yes but I'm also confused, frustrated, and annoyed.
"Yes you did." Regina replied keeping her eyes on me. I snapped my gaze to the parking meter three cars down from hers. "We'll go get a big bag of salt water taffy's like I promised."
"Yessss!" Roland replied and I smirked feeling the kid like joy radiate off him. I have to hand it to him, he knows how to hustle.
"We'll do it tomorrow, now go in there in spend time with your father."
Roland waved at me, yelling 'bye' while sprinting off to find Coach.
And fuck, now it's her and I.
The clicking of her heels rang in my ear, swallowing the sound of cars driving by, the chatter of pedestrians, and my racing heart. The hair on my arm stood on end as she neared, my stomach tied into knot and while the aroma of her perfume slid under my nose I could feel my brain slowly turning to mush. Regina stood in my line of vision cutting off the staring competition with the meter. Maybe she thought that would work but not tonight, I just turned my head where she wasn't.
"Why are you doing that?" she asked and I scoffed. Part of me is saying 'yes you're over reacting' part of me is saying 'no you have right to know what that shit was today'. "I would like to talk to you, can you come with me to my car."
"No." aye, there's the stubborn foster kid I know.
"Emma." Regina sighed and stepped closer, her perfume relentlessly attacking my senses. "Please." she whispered seductively.
"You shouldn't be this close to me. If anyone walks out-"
"Then come with me before anyone does." she interjected like the solution was obvious.
Huffing loudly I crossed my arms over my chest.
"I can't, my parents-" I started.
"Already know." her nose brushed against the side of my face. "Stop with the excuses, get in the car."
Fuck!
"You're an ass for manipulating me like this."
She chuckled and damn, if that didn't go straight to my member.
"I would only do it in extreme cases." Regina said, her breath caressing the side of my face. Stay strong, stay strong, stay strong.
"And what extreme case constitutes using it now?" Fingers curled around my chin and my body jerked at the tingles fluttering through out. Softly my head was pulled and our gazes met, brown eyes darted down to my lips.
"Because you're frustrated with me, teetering on that fine line between annoyance and anger. You have every right to be, I was ignoring you Emma...let me tell you why."
Her honesty is brutal sometimes but that is Regina. Wouldn't expect anything else.
There was only one answer, we both knew it, but still I didn't want to give in that easily.
"Even though you've apparently been in contact with my parents let me check with them first, I think they mentioned doing something after dinner." They said no such thing but she made me wait so it's only fair. I dipped from under her intoxicating being and power walked inside the restaurant.
"There she is!" Jefferson stated.
I smiled, but kept my legs moving towards my parents. Crouching down behind their chairs they leaned their heads in as I whispered:
"So, Regina is outside..."
"Yes, we know and it's fine, we're finishing up anyway so you should get out of here before people notice you. two" mom replied.
"Really? You guys are okay with it even though I'm still technically grounded." Deep down is there small piece of me that wants to get out of this talk with Regina? Most definitely.
"Yes really." dad replied. "We're getting up no to walk out with you."
Standing from the hunched position I was in my parents moved their chairs back, grabbing their belongings as they said their goodbyes. Making my way around the table I gave a hug to everyone and making sure to quietly tell my main four what was going on when I got to them.
"Are you coming back to the hotel?" Ruby asked in a hushed tone.
"I honestly don't know but when I do I'll text you."
"Sounds good. Love you babe."
"Love you too."
After one last hurrah with the team I walked out with mom and dad, they continued to talk about how proud they were of me which boosted my confidence and eased the nerves.
The Porsche was idling softly and I could see Regina's silhouette through the back window.
"Now text us when you get there." mom said as she opened the passenger door. "Hey Regina." lips curving in a smile.
"Hello Mary Margaret." I turned to face dad while they carried on a conversation.
"Be safe out their tonight." he reached in his pocket and held out his hand.
"Dad!" I shrieked.
"Hey, like I said, I want you to be safe. You never know..." he handed me the three strips of condoms along with a cheesy grin. "I got you a variety of stuff because I didn't know what you're working with."
This man literally just handed me condoms, I fucking love him.
"Thanks dad." and though I would surely not be using these tonight it was a nice gesture. We embraced and soon mom jumped in for a group hug then… they sent me on me way.
I didn't say a word as Regina booked it out of the parking spot, she was tense as she drove. Deep in thought with a hand shoved in her curly hair, smoothly weaving in and out of traffic as she normally does.
"Where are we going?" I asked, unable to handle this awkward silence, which seems to be my worst enemy. A smirk crossed her face as she bit her lip then let it slide between her teeth.
"You're talking to me now?" Regina was oddly amused by this causing me to roll my eyes and look out the window.
"Never mind." I grumbled.
"We're going to a little beach house I own not far from here." because of course she would own another property in San Diego.
I had so many questions but refrained from asking any of them, my words only seemed to raise her confidence and I don't want her thinking she can flirt her way out of this one. So the loud silence continued it's terror until we pulled up a narrow driveway. I had to clench my teeth to stop my jaw from dropping to the seat. Little house my ass. This place looked gigantic compared to the ones beside it. We got out the car and she took the lead, swaying her hips way more than normal.
She knows what she's doing. She absolutely knows what's she's doing.
Adjusting the jeans, that suddenly felt tighter, I averted my gaze to the neighboring houses around me. The sound of waves crashing against the sand was something I found calming, assuming she's not here to break up with me I would have to ask if we can come back at a later date. Regina flipped on the light once we were inside, instinctively my eyes moved around the open layout. The feel is completely different from the loft, it's very beachy not at all sleek and contemporary like I'm use to seeing. To the left is the living room to the right is the kitchen, directly in front are stairs and the left is the dining room with floor to ceiling doors that led the outside.
Regina walked around me to close door before I heard the exhausted sigh fall from her lips as she stood beside me with our shoulders brushing.
"I'm going to change, do you want anything?"She ran a hand through her hair, folding it over to one side and held it in place behind her neck. Gah, she is just...too fucking beautiful.
"Sure." I replied.
"Sweats or shorts?"
"Sweats and a sweatshirt if you have one."
Flickers of a smile traced her mouth, intense eyes stared at with me such passion then swept over the leather coat, down to my shoes and back up. All the while my stomach is turning, hot flashes are coming in at heavy doses because I can see she's doing her best not pin me against the door.
And I want her to.
"I'll be back." Kicking off those painful looking heels she let her purse fell to the floor and jogged up the steps, disappearing from my view. I let out a breath while I leaned against the door. Jesus, that was hard.
Light footsteps pattered down the stairs a few minutes later and soon she was standing in front of me wearing her own version of what's comfortable. Yoga pants and a red Mickey Mouse sweatshirt, naturally.
"Here you go." Regina said, with a lop sided grin. "There's a bathroom around the corner."
"Thanks." I replied, taking the clothes and heading in the direction that she pointed to. I was anxious to get this started and when I was done texting my parents I changed briskly but still attempted to stay composed as I walked back out. Her clothes fit me in just the right way and the smell that is Regina wraps me up in it's warm arms.
After I set my clothes down near her purse I found Regina standing by the door the led to the back, sensing me somehow she whipped her head around. Gripping the knob she slid the door open, curling her pointer finger at me with her other hand. Automatically my legs moved towards her, my heart increasing in speed every step of the way. Stepping outside there was nothing but cool particles of sand sifting between my toes.
I don't think I've ever seen a more beach front property than this.
Pale light from the moon illuminated the two lounges chairs that faced the ocean only a half mile away. Too busy studying the back I wasn't prepared to feel Regina's fingers brush the inside of my bicep, trailing down to my forearm and lacing our fingers. Goosebumps rose in her absence, simultaneously, my hand felt like it was on fire from her warm palm. Regina tugged on my hand and led me to a lounge chair. We sat down at the same time with our fingers still intertwined, the tip of her thumb brushed along side mine. Burring my feet underneath the sand I let go, not wanting to but needing to, if I was going to pay attention to what she was about to say. Breathing hard Regina tucked her hands in the sleeves of her sweatshirt.
"I'm sorry about today." she finally said after realizing I was not going to start this conversation. My gaze stayed on the sand as I waited for her to continue. "I'm sure you noticed the texts this morning." I nodded my head watching her scoot over to close the little gap that separated us. Reaching up she tucked a few strands of hair behind my ear then brushed the back of her knuckles over my cheek. "The reason I was being short over text this morning..." she sighed, letting her hand fall from my face. "This is going to sound absolutely ridiculous-" Regina mumbled. "-The reason is that I was upset that I couldn't see you play and a little jealous of the people who could."
My ears perked up at her words. I'm always surprised when she gets jealous but there is an odd satisfying feeling when it happens.
"What's worse is that I was pissed off for being pissed off in the first place." Oh I know the feeling. "I cut the conversation short because I felt myself taking my frustrations out on you. Shortly after that my mom called and after the argument we had she told me her and my father were coming out next week and they want to meet you. I didn't give her a concrete answer, I wanted to talk to you first. The last thing is...I got a job offer today."
Now I'm looking at her. Dark and intense eyes stared back at me, eyebrows furrowed and full lips pursed thoughtfully. She's trying to read my mind and I did my best not to hide under her heavy gaze.
"I had applied for a college in Colorado before Red Rose but at the time they weren't hiring, now they are and a few members of the board members happened to be at the convention today. We got to talking and they offered me a position." Regina rushed out. "I was shocked, I said I needed time to think about it. Today was a lot and I was afraid of taking everything out on you but when I got home and calmed down I realized I had done the very thing I sought not to." Her expression grew dismal at my silence, again she tries to read me but can't. Why? Because I don't know how to process all this. "Please say something." Chocolate eyes begged, matching Regina's tone.
"I think you should take the job."
"I'm sorry?" Yea I know, I'm shocked too. That might've been the most mature sentence that has ever come out of my mouth.
"Besides-" I chuckled dryly then shrugged my shoulders. "We both figured this thing had an expiration date." Immediately followed by the dumbest thing I've ever said.
Regina's jaw potruded as she clenched down on her teeth and took a step away from me. I watched her face go from remorseful to the beginnings of sorrow taking over.
"No, actually I didn't." Ah, well aren't I the biggest asshole. She walked around me bumping her shoulder against mine as she jetted inside.
"Regina wait." I called out but it was cut off by the door slamming shut. Fuck, how did I end up being the one to chase after her. When I walked inside I found her, hands firmly planted on the marble island in the kitchen, chin was tucked to her chest and her shoulders rose and fell like she was trying to control herself from shouting at me. With hesistant steps I took my place behind her and rested a hand on her shoulder. Muscles adjusted beneath my fingertips and I shuddered. It's amazing watching and feeling her react to me. "Regina I didn't mean that I was expecting us to break up. I was just trying to be realistic."
Mid rise her shoulders stopped. Slowly she turned around and under her eyelashes held my gaze.
"The only reason I told you about the job was so you knew what was going on today, I don't plan on taking it." Before any protests could be heard Regina held up her finger, pressing it against my lips. "I'm not doing this for you, not entirely. I've been thinking about taking on trading full time, anyway. As long as I have a computer and Wi-Fi I could work anywhere plus there are less sleepless nights involved with this." Her fingers lingered on my lips before they trailed down the length of my neck. Gripping the sweatshirt she yanked me closer, pressing our bodies together.
"Isn't trading stressful?" I asked as my hard member slid against her thigh.
"It's stressful if you don't know what you're doing." bending down she kissed the middle of my forehead. "Oh little one, what do I have to do for you to realize that you are mine until you don't want to be, but even then, I'll still fight for you."
I chuckled, sliding my hands around the back of her neck.
"You can tell me when something is bothering you so I can try and help." And yea, I can't be mad at her for very long when she's doing this.
"Okay, I can do that." and finally, her white teeth are shining down as a devoted smile slipped across her face. That was all I needed to pull her in and kiss her hard, smirking when she gasped in surprise and relief. Possessive hands trailed down my ribs to my hips, clawing at them in attempt to bring us closer. Regina seemed to fold over me, her hair brushing against my face, her perfume bubbling around me while our bodies melted against each other.
This kiss reminded me of the one from our last fight. She was so demanding yet her lips were soft as they moved against mine. Again, this was statement.
I was hers, period, end of story.
In the midst of this passionate lip lock my fingers found the zipper to her Mickey Mouse sweatshirt and when I tugged she did nothing to stop me, except whimper when I brushed against her tan skin. She broke away first but my lips went to her neck, sucking over her pulse while I massaged her breasts and pinched her firm nipples between my fingers.
"Lay down." I mumbled against her skin and smiled once I felt Regina back away, lifting herself on the island then laid flat against the marble. Dark eyes stared at me as I curled my fingers around her sweats and pulled them down to hang around ankles. Her heady scent struck me and I faltered for a moment before situating myself with her legs propped on my shoulder.
"Ple-" but Regina was cut off by my tongue running flat against her clit. She made the most electric and powerful noises that it makes me want to never leave this spot, I want to hear it every day. But after a couple minutes of my tongue circling her clit then flicking she was writhing against my face, hands yanking on my hair and arching her back off the marble. Her cries of pleasures echoed in the empty house encouraging me to continue my strokes while her thighs slammed over my ears. Regina's body convulsed as she came and tried to push my head away when she seemed to come back down to Earth but I wasn't budging. All I wanted was for her to cum again and again and again.
"Emma stop." she pleaded however her hand was pulling me closer as her hips began to rock against my face. I didn't acknowledge the jolts of pain every time she tug on my hair, I actually enjoyed it, but even more I'm enjoying the feral look in her eyes as she watches me while effortlessly fucking my face. A fierce moan erupted from her chest when I slid three fingers inside her soaking heat. Regina's thrusts became sloppy, eyes glazing over as her orgasm neared like a looming hurricane until she froze, throwing her head back, mouth forming an 'o', then shook around me for the second time, drenching my fingers.
Slowly I untangled myself from her strong legs, giving her chance to catch her breath. She sat up, brown almost black eyes never wavered when she smirked coyly.
"Get over here." Regina whispered, kicking off her pants. I groaned at her naked body sitting on the island and brown locks sticking to her neck from the sweat. Two steps forward and I was in between her, fingers eagerly lifted the sweatshirt over my head before Regina forcefully pulled me down on top of her. Our lips met only this time it was slow, we took our time as our tongues met and I felt body shudder at the emotion behind it. I whined, feeling Regina break away from me but she didn't respond. Dark brown pools skimmed across my face like she was looking for something. "Emma?" Regina asked.
"Hmm?" I moaned as her hips began to roll against my cock.
"Where are those condoms your dad gave you?"
Um.
What?
"I saw him give you some back at the restaurant." Of course you did.
My hand trembled as I reached into my pocket and placed the stack beside us.
"I thought we were going to wait." To be honest I'm nervous. I wasn't expecting this to happen so soon.
"We were but..." she bit her lip and a faint blush appeared on her cheeks. "I want it. This isn't lust this is something so much more." My lungs constricted, catching a breath in my throat. "Do you remember what I told you over the phone."
I forced my nerves to cease but they didn't pay attention to commands and I gulped in response.
"If you're not ready then we don't have to Emma."
"No!" I replied quicker than I should have. "I want to. You just caught me off guard."
"And you're also having an internal meltdown." Regina added with a smile. "I can see it."
Shifting my gaze to the stove I nodded my head.
"Yes, I am." Warmth flooded through me as soft hands cupped my cheeks, turning my attention back to my girlfriend.
"If it's something you want we can take it slow."
Decisions decisions. I've been waiting for this moment since November and now here it is. What's it gonna be Swan?
"I, um, I-"
"Hey..." she said with an encouraging tone. "How about we wait. There's no rush." Regina said, tucking some hair behind my ear then twirling the ends around her fingers and although sex has been on my mind I find myself relieved that it's not tonight. "Let me at least return the favor." Gently she pushed against my chest. Getting the message I slipped off the counter and helped Regina off the edge. Quickly though she had me pressed against the island and dropped down to her knees.
Greedy fingers curled around the waistband of my sweats and yanked them to the floor. My cock sprung out proudly, the groan from below was a sign of approval and without missing a beat she swallowed my shaft.
"Fuck Regina." I cursed. The vibrations of her moan made my legs buckle. Tangling a hand in her brown locks I pushed myself into her mouth as she sucked over my length. My green eyes stayed on Regina's sucked in cheeks watching her lips move flush against my dick, coating it in her saliva. She's fucking amazing at this. Her delicate fingers worked my balls, as a result my grip tightened in her hair while my hips pumped erratically in her mouth.
Both of my hands slid behind Regina's head as I slammed my cock all the way in until her nose brushed against my lower stomach. She dragged her nails across the flesh of my ass, I was hoping that tomorrow I would find scratch marks.
"Regina I'm-" but it's too late, the orgasm rushed over my body, a guttural moan filled the silence in the beach house as my seed shot down her throat. But pay back is definitely a bitch because she didn't stop. "Regina..." I tried to push her head away from my sensitive member, she didn't, and now that I'm hard again I don't want her to. My legs shook from her swirling tongue around the my tip, it ran along the underside of my length and down to my balls, alternating between the two. I didn't trust myself to stay up and it seemed Regina felt the same and released one of her hands clenched around my butt cheeks. Fingers walked up my stomach until it reached my racing heart and with the palm of her hand she pushed me back, allowing my elbows to rest on the counter behind me.
A satisfied grin pulled on my lips when she made her way back up dick, taking it in her mouth again. I moaned, I cursed, I growled. The way her fingers dug into my chest mixed with those heavenly lips gliding around my cock was drawing up the warmth in my stomach. My back arched while I groaned and dropped my head behind my shoulders. Every muscle began to spasm as Regina sped up her movements causing my jaw to drop, my head to fall behind my shoulders, and my eyelids to slam shut.
I tried to warn her. Jumbled word filtered through clenched teeth and soon the heat exploded through my body.
Surprised but delighted Regina moaned, swallowing my cum willingly. I fell out of her mouth with a loud pop then slowly stood back up. Our naked bodies were only a meter apart. "You are really good at that." I replied breathlessly.
Regina grinned as her nose brushed against mine.
"Did you want to stay with me tonight?" she asked.
"Please." Velvety lips brushed over my cheek, a soft kiss was place on my temple before warm breath circled my ear.
"Race you to the bedroom." she teased.
"What?" did I hear that right? But she was already sprinting to the stairs, stopped when she got to the first step then looked over her shoulder. "Winner gets a massage."
Stepping out off my pants in a hurry I chased after Regina, enjoying the sound of her playful squeals bouncing off the walls in the beach house.
A/N: Sadly we only have 5-7 chapters left, with that said, expect more SQ sexy times and again thank you everyone for your awesome and encouraging words. Til then you bubbles of joy...