AN: here you are, the very next chapter! Hope you like it, and I'm sorry to say, this chapter is pretty much smut-free. I'll make it up to you later. ;)
Serena woke up and opened her eyes slowly. She turned her head to see Darien sleeping peacefully beside her. She snuggled deeper into his arms and breathed in his scent. 'He smells like roses,' she thought with a smile. 'And he looks so cute when he sleeps. I can't believe that last night actually happened. I've wanted to be with him for so long, but now it actually happened! I never knew that anyone could make me feel that...good. I think... I think I like him a lot more than I thought I did. I think...I think I love him.' Her eyes widened with that thought and she stared silently at his sleeping face.
Darien felt her gaze upon him and slowly opened his eyes. A small smile crossed his face as he leaned over and placed a peck on her lips.
"Good morning beautiful," he said. Serena blushed and stroked his hair gently.
"Good morning," she spoke in reply. "Did you sleep well?"
"I've never slept better in my life, actually," he said with a mischievous grin. "It must have something to do with sleeping beside an angel. You know what that means, right?" Serena shook her head no. "That means I just have to keep you here, so you can sleep with me every night." He rolled over on top of her and kissed her tenderly on the mouth. Serena giggled and placed her hands on his bare chest and smiled.
"Is that a promise?" she asked innocently. Darien chuckled and kissed her again. After a long make-out session, they decided it was time to get up. Serena smiled at the large t-shirt she wore.
"Do you think I could take a quick shower?" she asked. Darien nodded and led her into the bathroom. He gave her a towel and left the room. Serena turned on the water and stripped off the few articles of clothing she had on. She stepped into the shower and sighed happily as the warm water pounded onto her skin. She remembered the way Darien had touched her the night before and smiled. She washed up and got out, wrapping the fluffy white towel around her body. She walked back into his room and put on her underwear and her dress from last night. After drying her hair off a little with the towel, she came into the kitchen. Darien was standing at the stove, cooking breakfast. She walked up behind him and wrapped her arms around him.
"That smells wonderful," she purred. He smiled and turned over the pancakes.
"Thanks," he said. "Why don't you sit down at the table and I'll bring the food over." She nodded and sat down. A few moments later, the table was covered with food. He made bacon, sausage, pancakes, and scrambled eggs. Darien poured them two glasses of orange juice before he sat down.
"This is so good," Serena said between mouthfuls of food. "Can you make this every time I stay the night?" Darien chuckled softly.
"So you plan on making this a regular thing than?" he asked playfully, a small trace of hope lining his voice. Serena looked up at him and smiled.
"How can I stay away from such a handsome guy like you?" she said. "Besides, if I remember correctly, you said you were going to keep me here anyways." Darien laughed again, his heart feeling full and content. They finished their meal and Serena helped him do the dishes. Afterwards, they sat on the couch, watching TV. Serena snuggled into his arms and rested her head on his shoulder. He played with her soft, golden hair, completely oblivious to anything but the other person. Suddenly, Serena's cell phone went off and she jumped in surprise. She rushed over to her purse and pulled out the phone.
"Hello?" she asked.
"Serena, its Mina," came the voice on the other line. "I was wondering if I could come over a little later, about four-ish?"
"That's fine, what time is it now?" she asked.
"3 o'clock. I'll see you soon, bye girl!" and with that, Mina hung up. Serena sighed and turned to Darien.
"I have to go," she said, pouting slightly. Darien stood up and took her in his arms.
"I wish you didn't have to go," he said, placing a small kiss on her lips.
"Me too," she replied, meaning every word. "Mina's coming to my place soon and I need to change. Let me give you my number." Serena and Darien put each other's cell phone numbers in their phones.
"Do you want me to give you a ride home?" he asked. Serena nodded and they made their way downstairs and into the parking garage.
"This is your car?" Serena asked incredulously. They were standing before a cherry red Ferrari. Darien nodded and opened the door for her. "Wow," was all she could say as he climbed in on the other side. He started the engine and drove off. When they pulled into her driveway, Serena turned to him.
"Call me later," she said, placing a small kiss on his lips.
"I promise," he said, caressing her face gently. They kissed one more time before Serena forced herself out of the car. She watched as he pulled off and then ran inside. She made her way into her room and put on a pair of denim shorts and a white tank top. When she heard the doorbell ring, she rushed downstairs and pulled Mina inside. They walked into her room and Serena plopped onto her bed.
"That was odd," Mina said, one delicate eyebrow arched. "What with the rush?" Serena blushed and motioned for Mina to take a seat beside her.
"I have something to tell you," she said. "Me and Darien are together now."
How will Mina react? Look out for the next exciting chapter to find out!!!
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