Wow! Thank you so much for all the positive comments about Chapter 13 and how some of you who have read all my stories thought it was my best chapter ever. It took a while to write, so it means the world to hear that you enjoyed reading it. Thanks a million.

I hope everyone had a great Christmas in what is proving to be a really challenging year. I'm super thankful that I was able to spend the day with my family, as I know so many others have not been so lucky.

Anyway, I hope everyone is staying safe and things start improving soon with the vaccination roll out.

Here is a short chapter to see us through to the new year.

Callie entered her room quietly and was relieved to see that Lisa was already asleep. She didn't think she'd be able to act normal after what had just happened. She quickly brushed her teeth and changed into her PJ's, before climbing into bed. She picked up her phone to send a message to Arizona but smiled when she saw the blonde had beaten her to it.

So...did you feel butterflies? A x

Callie felt the same feeling of butterflies in her stomach return as she read the text message and remembered the kiss.

Still have them! That was seriously hot...I'm not sure I'll be able to sleep tonight Dr Robbins X

Oh no...you must sleep Torres...you'll need your energy tomorrow... you know...for the game ;)

Callie loved flirting with the blonde and smiled as she tapped out a response.

Oh don't worry about me, I've loads of stamina

Is that right now? So can I expect to be screaming...when you score?

I hope you'll be screaming my name Dr Robbins...;) x

There was a longer pause before Arizona responded and Callie worried if she had gone to far with the last comment.

Wow! I'm glad you can't see me as I am seriously blushing right now. Get some sleep Torres. X

I love that I made you blush...you made me to feel all sorts of things tonight. I wish you hadn't stopped. X

Me too x

So I have to ask...that kiss...it means you've changed your mind...about us?

Yes Calliope...I've changed my mind, but we have to be super careful. X

I can do careful. In fact some people call me Callie Careful Torres! ;)

Ha! Well in that case I've nothing to worry about. Sleep well. We'll talk tomorrow. X

Pleasant dreams x

Callie couldn't stop smiling as she pictured the blonde on the floor below in bed and how her lips had felt on hers. The butterflies had felt so real as they had stood there alone in the lift, Callie remembered her heart was beating so fast she was worried Arizona would hear it, and then the blonde had turned around and taken charge. Callie closed her eyes as she imagined the lift not stopping on floor eight and the kiss lasting longer.

She couldn't wait to see Arizona again and promised herself that she would score in the game to make her proud.

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Whilst Callie had been lucky that her room mate had been asleep, Arizona hadn't been so lucky and Sam had spotted the glow on the blondes face the minute she had walked through the door. Arizona had tried to blame it on the Sauna, but her friend was right, she was a terrible liar.

"Something happened!" Sam said excitedly "with Torres" she added sitting up in bed

Arizona hesitated slightly before nodding slowly as a wide smile formed on her face "I kissed her...just now...in the lift" Arizona said turning to point at the door.

"And?" Sam asked needing more info from her friend

"And it was good"

"Good? Just good?" Her friend replied "that's not good!"

Arizona shook her head and gave a small chuckle "who am I kidding...it was great. Amazing. I didn't want to stop." Arizona plopped down on the end of her friends bed.

"Soooo she's a good kisser then?" Sam asked with a smile

"Great kisser, I mean have you seen those lips!" Arizona beamed back at her friend. "I mean it only lasted a few seconds"

"But that's enough to know right?" Sam said

"Absolutely! 100%." Arizona replied "but now I've had a small taste...I want more!" The blonde admitted

"Well that's good" Sam said smiling reassuringly at her friend "listen Ari, it's time you opened yourself up again. This.." Sam pointed her finger at her friend "...this is too hot to be single!"

"Stop it!" Arizona said getting up off her friends bed, reaching down to take off her trainers

"I mean it!" Sam pleaded "you know I think you've been ready for a while now..."

"I know you have, I mean what is it...five blind dates you've tried to set me up on now?" Arizona responded thinking back to the various women Sam had suggested were perfect for her.

"Tried being the operative word there!" Sam responded as every attempt had failed as Arizona had made excuses not to go.

Arizona turned to face her friend "you do know I really appreciated it...I just wasn't up for it"

"But you are now?" Sam asked

"Yeah...I think so...I mean I wouldn't have chosen someone so new to the whole girl thing, but I can't seem to stop these feelings for her." Arizona admitted as her friend listened "I tried...And I know the consequences for my job..." Arizona paused

"But?" Sam said encouraging her friend to continue

"But something is telling me she's worth it!" Arizona said cautiously

"Of course she's worth it Ari...she's bloody Callie Torres...she gorgeous and talented...if a little bit of a princess!"

"Hey come on...she apologised" Arizona complained sticking up for the American.

Sam chuckled "ahhh how cute you are defending your lady"

"She not MY LADY" Arizona said with a chuckle "I just like her OK?"

Sam looked at her friend "Of course it's OK. After what Al put you through, it's more than OK"

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Spurs comfortably won the game the next day. They shot out of the blocks and Callie was a constant threat. After three excellent saves from the goalie, the American finally got her goal from a free kick that gave the keeper no chance of saving.

Callie watched the ball fly into the top corner of the goal before turning and running down the pitch in celebration. She didn't get far before her team mates caught her and piled on top of her, patting her head and high fiving.

Arizona beamed with happiness as she watched the American own the game. A second goal quickly followed as Callie was fouled in the box and the referee pointed to the spot to indicate a penalty had been awarded.

Callie slotted home the penalty and as she jogged back to the centre spot she looked over in Arizona's direction.

"Goooo Callie" the blonde yelled loudly from the touch line, causing the brunette to look over in her direction before bursting into a big smile.

Arizona returned to her seat near Sam who shot her a look over her face mask.

"What?" The blonde replied innocently

"Gooooo Callie" Sam imitated her friend with a teasing glint in her eyes.

"Oh shut up you!" Arizona laughed "it was a great penalty!"

"Uh huh" the fellow physio replied before returning her focus to the game.

Callie knew she was probably going to be subbed at half time so wanted to make every minute count. Callie was playing like a woman on a mission, and five minutes before the end of the first half she scored her third, picking up the ball and the edge of the box and running past two defenders before delightfully chipping the goalie to complete her hatrick.

Spurs ended up winning the game 4-1 and the coach journey back to London was full of cheer as the players took turns picking songs to play as everyone sung along. It had been a great performance all round, but Callie had been outstanding.

Arizona deliberately kept her distance on the journey home as she allowed the American to celebrate with her team mates. As they neared the training ground Arizona texted the brunette

Hey hatrick Hero...need a ride home? X

That would be great. Thanks. X

Callie replied instantly and felt a throb between her legs at the mere thought of being alone again with the blonde Dr.

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Arizona pulled into Callie's drive and switched off the engine.

"Thanks so much for the lift" Callie said smiling at the blonde as she felt the butterflies in her stomach start up. She hoped Arizona would kiss her again.

"No problem." Arizona said smiling back at the brunette.

"Do you ummm wanna come in?" Callie asked nervously. The butterflies felt like they were moving up into her throat as she waited for a response.

"I do, but I'd better not" Arizona eventually responded.

"Why's that?" Callie asked sadly as she undid her seatbelt and turned to face the blonde

"Because I'm trying really hard to be sensible here and not rush things...as much as a part of me really wants to..."

"Well I think you should listen to the part of you that wants to come in..." Callie said as she leaned closer "...I think that part of you is way more fun than the boring, sensible part." Callie said with a cheeky smile

"Oh you do do you!" Arizona said smiling as she turned and looked at the brunette and felt a strong wave of desire flood through her as she took in the brunette's smile.

"Mmm hmmm. I really do" Callie replied with a raised eyebrow.

"Fuck! You're eyes are bloody amazing!"

Arizona admitted softly as she tried to get her breathing under control.

"I really want to kiss you right now!" Callie said in a low husky voice, the desire she felt running through her body changing the tone of her voice to one she didn't recognise.

"I've wanted to kiss you from the minute you got in the car!" Arizona replied as she allowed her eyes to dip down and look at Callie's full lips, before returning to those brown eyes.

"Then why didn't you!" Callie asked

"Because, this is very new to you, and I'm... well...it's been a while for me, and whilst I'm super attracted to you, I just wanna make sure that we aren't making a mistake." Arizona admitted

"And?" Callie asked as she lost herself further into the blue water of Arizona's eyes.

"And what?" The blonde replied slightly confused

"Are we making a mistake Arizona?" Callie whispered as she lent in even closer to the physio.

Arizona thought for a few seconds before answering

"No...No Callie...it doesn't feel like a mistake"

"Good because it feels SO right to me" as she placed her lips on Arizona's.

Arizona let out a small groan of pleasure as she felt the brunette's lips softly meet hers. A smile formed on the blondes lips as Callie's hand found the release button for Arizona's seatbelt, freeing the blonde so she could turn and face the American more easily.

The move turned Arizona on even more and she quickly intensified the kiss by using her tongue to open Callie's mouth wider. As the blonde pulled the Latina closer to her, her tongue delved deeper and deeper into Callie's welcoming mouth. Arizona let out another small groan as Callie's tongue battled with her own and she felt a hand reach round her head and pull them even closer.

Callie's heart was beating so fast and she was experiencing a wave of wetness between her legs as Arizona's tongue crashed against hers.

Without removing her lips, Arizona tried to turn to get in a better position accidentally leaning on the car horn which responded with a loud honk.

"Holy Shit!" Arizona said pulling her lips away from Callie's in shock at the noise.

Callie laughed as she flopped back into her seat "fuck...that scared the life out of me!"

Arizona started to laugh as well "no ones ever made me honk before!" She said in between laughs causing Callie to start laughing even harder.

It took a good five minutes for the two of them to calm themselves down. The mood in the car had changed from the wanton desire it had been a few minutes ago, and Callie knew Arizona's sensible side would be the one that spoke next. As much as she wanted to kiss Arizona, to touch her, she was also a little bit scared in case she messed it up.

"I ummm probably should be making a move" Arizona said looking at her watch.

"Of course." Callie replied. She was all of a sudden super nervous "would you ummm like to go out sometime?" She asked embarrassed at how much she sounded like a teenager

Arizona smiled "I would like that very much Calliope"

Callie closed her eyes as she felt Arizona's eyelashes close on her face as the blonde gently kissed her goodbye. As Callie opened her eyes she thought that it was the most perfect kiss ever.

Hope you liked this bit of Calzona fluff for Christmas?

The relationship is warming up nicely and things are heading in the right direction, but how will Jess feel about Callie getting together with Arizona, and will Alex cause any trouble down the line for our budding couple. Hmmmm I wonder ;)

Stay safe