Chapter 11

Destiny woke up the next morning, Shane was sleeping next to her. She saw Shannon in the chair asleep. She didn't see Jeff, Matt or Amy anywhere. "Coffee" she said to herself, "Gotta have coffee" She stood up and made her way to the kitchen. She found the coffee and started a pot. She leaned against the counter waiting for it to brew, thinking about how lucky she was to have met these people. They were all wonderful. She felt comfortable and safe with them. She glanced out the window and saw Jeff sitting on the steps of the deck. She poured a cup of coffee and went out to join him.

"Hey Skittle Man! Morning!" She said as she sat down next to him.

"Morning Destiny." He said quietly, giving her a small smile.

"Jeff, something wrong?" He sounded upset.

"No, I'm fine. Just enjoying the peace and quiet."

She started to get up. "I'll leave you alone..." Jeff put his hand on her arm.

"Don't go, I didn't mean it that way." He pulled her back down.

"It's just so nice out here I like to just sit and think." She didn't say anything. They both sat there quietly.

Amy stood in the kitchen, watching Jeff and Destiny out the window. Shane came into the kitchen.

"Hey Amy!" She turned to face him

"Morning Shane!"

"Do you know where Destiny is? I need to get going but I wanted to tell her bye first."

"Out on the deck with Jeff..." Amy searched his face for a reaction. She thought she saw a little twinge of pain cross his face.

He walked out on the deck.

"Hey guys!" They both turned to look at him.

"Morning." They said in unison

"I'm fixing to take off. I just wanted to tell you bye Destiny." She stood up and walked to him.

"Walk me to the car?" He asked her.

"Sure." They walked around the house and stopped at the car.

"Shane, I can't begin to thank you enough for being my friend. And for introducing me to your friends..."

"They are our friends now. They really like you Destiny. This group is usually pretty slow to warm up to people, mostly because of what we do, you never know why people want to be around you..."

"I guess it's easier with me since I am completely clueless."

"That won't last long! We'll have you addicted before you know it!" He laughed.

"I'm sure!"

"Anyway, I'm gonna go see my parents, and visit my house, pick up my car. I'll be back tonight."

"Have fun Just Shane. I'll be fine, thanks again." He hugged her, holding her close as he inhaled deeply. He loved the way she smelled. "I know you will." he whispered as Matt came bouncing out the door.

"Ready Sugar?"

"Yeah. See ya later Destiny." They both waved at her as she watched them drive off down the long driveway. She turned and went to find Amy.

She walked into the kitchen. Amy was sitting at the bar, a cup of coffee in front of her. "Morning Destiny!" Amy smiled at her

"Hi!" Destiny sat down across from her.

"Want to go into town with me? I have some shopping to do."

"Sure! Sounds great. Can I get a shower first?"

"Sure, come on let me show you your room!"

Destiny showered while Amy changed and they drove to town.

"So Destiny, what's next for you?"

"Well I need to start looking for a job, and a place to live. I have enough money to cover a couple of months, so I want to start looking right away."

"You know, I have a friend here who manages an apartment complex. It's pretty quiet, a lot of single people live there, and it's not too expensive. Why don't you let me give her a call..."?

"Sounds great! Thanks Amy."

They were looking around the store, Amy trying to find Christmas presents. "Well if it isn't Mrs. Hardy!" Amy rolled her eyes at Destiny before she turned to look at the woman who had spoken. Destiny looked at the blonde girl. Big boobs and bleached blonde hair...

"Mandy. Why don't you go crawl back in the sewer you came out of?" Destiny was on alert... Mandy? Could it be?

"I'm trying to be nice. You better get used to me being around..."

"Why?"

"Shane's home. That's why. I'll get him back, you wait and see."

"I don't think so Mandy. Even if he didn't already have another girlfriend, he wouldn't go near you! Shane may be a lot of things but stupid isn't one of them."

"He does not have a girlfriend! He was screwing some ring rat, but we know how long that lasts don't we?"

"If anyone would know about that it would be you."

"Go to hell Amy. I'm on my way to Shane's now. You'll see."

Destiny finally spoke up. "I thought I told you Shane doesn't want to talk to you?"

Mandy glared at Destiny. "Who in the hell are you?"

"Shane's girlfriend. I believe we spoke on the phone..." Destiny smiled sweetly.

"Not you!"

"I'm afraid so, for you anyway. By the way, I suggest you forget Shane's cell phone number in a hurry! Or else..." Destiny glared back at her. Mandy walked off in a huff.

Amy laughed. "Way to go Destiny! Shane will appreciate it!"

"Was she always that bitchy?"

"Yeah, pretty much. I have no idea what Shane saw in her!"

They were walking out when they caught sight of Mandy. She was talking to Shane who was standing next to his car, his back to them. "Fuck! Come on!" Amy said and grabbed Destiny's hand. They could hear Shane and Mandy as they approached.

"What difference does it make?" Shane said

"Come on Sugar... I know you love me..."

"Stop calling me Sugar. I hate it."

Destiny stepped up behind Shane and put her arms around his waist, kissing the back of his neck. Shane shivered. He knew who it was, he'd recognize that perfume anywhere. She was the only girl in the entire world who smelled like that.

"Hi baby." Destiny purred.

"Hey Destiny." He turned around and took her in his arms, playing along. Mandy had already told him Amy had said he had a new girlfriend... He looked into Destiny's eyes. She nodded almost imperceptibly. He leaned down and kissed her, his lips brushing against hers. He could feel the heat rise in him. Destiny wrapped her arms around his neck she licked his top lip, before parting his lips with her tongue. All of a sudden Shane didn't feel like he was 'playing along' anymore. He could feel her body pressed against him and he was sure she could feel his hardening cock against her hip.

He was right, she could. She reveled in the feel of Shane's tongue exploring her mouth, her hands running through his hair. She made a moaning noise in the back of her throat and Shane gripped her even tighter.

"Well that is certainly an impressive display..." Mandy said.

Shane came out of his reverie, "Look Mandy, it's over. I have someone else now, and even if I didn't I wouldn't want anything to do with you."

Destiny decided it was time to take things to another level. She stepped back out of Shane's arms and got in Mandy's face.

"Look you fucking bitch. Shane is mine. Don't even think about coming near him again. Don't talk to him, don't look at him, don't even think about him. Cause if I think you are even thinking about him... God help you, 'cause He'll be the only one who can." Destiny's voice was deadly quiet and Shane could see Mandy visibly pale. Mandy took a couple of steps back stuttering unintelligibly, before she turned and made a very hasty retreat

Amy laughed out loud. "That was great!"

Shane and Destiny looked at each other. She would have sworn Shane was blushing.

"Thanks Destiny..." Shane said.

"It's no problem Shane..."

There was an awkward silence before Amy said. "Let's go see Tina at the complex!"

"Ok, Amy."

Shane watched the girls walk away. He was still thinking about how good Destiny had felt in his arms. And the way she had kissed him back... Destiny was thinking about that kiss too. And about the last time he had kissed her...