Kiss Me!-chapter 3

AN: Ok, so I hope this chapter isn't too terribly short. I wh=ish with all my heart that you guys like it, and please, please, please, please, please, please, PLEASE review me!!!! Thanks!

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"So," Mina said, "who's the lucky man?" Serena sat up, a small smile creeping onto her face.

"You might want to sit down for this one," Serena said with a laugh, motioning for Mina to take a seat beside her. As Mina took her seat, she cast a confused look towards Serena.

"Ok..." Mina said, her curiosity peaking, "tell me." Serena took in a deep breath to steady herself, and then she started.

"Well, you know how every Saturday night I go to the park to watch the sunset?" Serena asked, and after Mina nodded yes, she went on. "Last time, Darien was there. We got into an arguement, and I tried to storm off. But in the process, I tripped. Darien caught me, and for a moment, well, we were just kind of stuck staring at each other, with me still in his arms mind you. I slipped out, and I left him. When I was sitting by the lake waiting for the sunset, Darien came back. He sat down, and he *actually* apologized for the way he treats me! So we get to talking about how we kind of like our fights, and one thing led to another, and we ended up kissing each other senseless. We watched the sun go down together, and he walked me home. And this letter, its from Darien. He wants to meet with me tonight." Mina's jaw nearly dropped to the floor. She sat there, momentarily stunned by the words that had only seconds ago come from Serena's mouth. She and Darien...kissed? He wants to see her...tonight? She was completely confused. But the more she thought about it, the more it made sense. So they always faught because...because they liked each other but wouldn't say it. Mina giggled softly as she wondered why she hadn't seen it sooner.

"That's great, Serena," Mina said, giving Serena a warm hug. "I'm so happy for you."

"Thanks," Serena replied, a slight blush creeping onto her cheeks.

"What?" Mina asked, a beautifully shaped eyebrow raised.

"Ummm...what should I wear???" Serena asked, nervousness etched into her angelic voice. Mina laughed, and she rushed Serena into the bathroom.

"Just leave it to me," Mina said, undoing the golden meatballs. It seemed to Serena that Mina was assaulting her with every hair-styling utensil that the two of them collectively owned. Make-up brushes and mascara were hovering over her, every now and again making a very precise mark upon her face. She dragged Serena into the bedroom once more and threw open the closet door. She searched it over, and she finally pulled out the out fit.

"I'm gunna wear THAT?" Serena asked. Mina nodded her head, and Serena dressed herself. It was almost time.

****(A little while later)*****

Serena walked slowly down the stairs, being careful to not trip. Her small hand clutched the banister for dear life, and her breathing was rapid. Her stomach was a jar of butterflies dancing happily in the sunlight. As she reached the doors, she paused. Serena ran her hands over her clothes to make sure there were no wrinkles, and she opened the door. There stood Darien, an awestruck look upon his face from the moment he saw her. Her hair was a cascade of golden curls, and it shimmered like the stars above. Her big, cerulean eyes were lined with a smoky gray, and her eyelashes seemed to have grown considerably. Adorning her perfect body was a "little black dress" that showed her curves off rather tastfully. Her long, creamy legs ended with her tiny feet in a pair of black stillettos. Darien gazed in awe at the beautiful goddess before him, and his heart nearly stopped beating.

"Darien?" Serena asked softly, placing her hand on his shoulder. "Are you ok?"

"Yeah," he said, his voice soft and warm. "You look incredible. Just like an angel." Serena blushed a soft pink, and Darien took her arm.

"So where are we going?" Serena asked, allowing Darien to lead her down the sidewalk.

"To the park," he answered, his voice hinting ever so slightly that this was not going to be just any old visit to the park. Serena nodded, and as they turned the corner, she gasped. Before her stood a real, honest-to-God horse and carriage. It looked exactly like something a princess would ride in. Darien helped Serena climb inside, and he joined her. She flashed him the most brilliant smile he had ever seen, and he could have sworn that it lit up the whole city.

"This is so great, Darien," Serena said, placing a soft kiss on his cheek. Darien smiled at her, and he took her hand into his own.

"I thought you would like it," he whispered softly.

"Like it?" Serena asked. "I love it!" Darien chuckled, and the sound sent shivers of warmth down Serena's spine. He drew her closer to him, and their lips met in a slow, tender, Earth-shattering kiss. It was so gentle, it was almost as if they were scared they would break the other if it were any deeper. Darien's soft lips roamed over Serena's in a series of tantalizing brushes, and Serena's arms found their way around Darien's neck. The kissed deepened slightly, and Darien ran his tongue very slowly across her bottom lip, begging for her to accept it. She did, and their tongues stroked each other like blades of grass in the wind. Darien's arms wove themselves around Serena's lower back, as the kiss grew more intense in its passion. Unseen sparks flew from them into every direction, and it would have been fitting for a huge fireworks display to have gone off right at that moment. Darien placed a soft peck on her lips before leaning his forehead against hers. Their breathing was heavy for such a slowly paced kiss, but to them it seemed that they were floating. Serena snuggled up against Darien as they turned their eyes upon the stars. As the carriage drew nearer to the park, the faint smell of roses drifted to the young pair. Serena inhaled deeply, and she sighed happily. How could this night get any better?