CHAPTER SIX

Scully's expression was unreadable but Hannah felt a twinge of hope as Scully took her hand in hers, " I really am flattered that you like me." She began, " and I'm sorry for hurting you last night. I was only telling you how I felt."

Hannah nodded wordlessly, not trusting her voice.

" Do you forgive me for last night?" Scully asked her.

" Yes…I forgive you Dana. I don't forgive myself for being such a fool about it. I should have thought it through."

Scully studied her friend. Now that she knew how Hannah felt, she was seeing Hannah in a new light. Hannah was really quite stunning with her wavy brown hair and deep hazel eyes. Her skin was a little pale but it could be from lack of sleep because there were dark circles under her eyes.

Her thoughts were startled when the phone rang.

" Aren't you going to get that?" Dana asked her.

" The machine can pick it up."

The phone kept ringing. Hannah sighed and went to answer it. A frown creased her features. She listened for a while before hanging up.

" Who was it?" Dana asked curiously.

" A telemarketer. I hate those calls. I just usually hang up in them." Hannah went back to Dana, " I think we both could use a drink. Do you want one?"

Scully nodded, forgetting about her earlier vow. Hannah poured them each a glass of wine and they sat down on the couch. Hannah took a sip, then a longer gulp. Already her body was starting to deflate and she felt a bit giddy. The wine had gone straight to her head.

Scully had kicked off her pumps and was settling back on the couch. Dana really was beautiful with the red hair, big blue eyes and petite body. She was smiling now and her smile was gorgeous-it lit up the whole room.

Hannah's heart melted-she wanted to kiss Dana-to show her how she really felt. The timing wasn't right.

They chatted for the next two hours before Scully declared it was time for her get going.

Hannah did not want this night to end. She felt closer to Dana now than ever. Dana hadn't drunk much and was fine to drive back home. Hannah showed her to the door.

" I'll see you tomorrow." Dana said and was about to leave when Hannah grabbed her hand. Dana felt herself being pulled towards Hannah. Then Hannah's lips met hers.

Oh My God, is this actually happening? Scully asked herself as she felt Hannah's lips on her own. Hannah's lips were soft, warm and tasted of wine. Hannah slipped her arms around Dana, her lips devouring Scully's. Scully could feel Hannah's heart beating rapidly against her chest.

Scully was enjoying this kiss…and it was then it hit her. Her heart sunk…she was attracted to Hannah. She had feelings for her friend all along. They had only needed a kiss to bring them out.

Hannah broke away then and gently traced the outline of Scully's jaw before her mouth settled onto Scully's once more.