A/N: Hey guys! So, thank you guys for the awesome reception to my first Bellamione. I hope you guys enjoy this chapter. Don't forget to leave a review! See you all next update!
Bellatrix grinned. She'd been watching the girl all night from her booth in the VIP section. She was confused as to why her nephew never came over. He knew that anyone of the Malfoy or Black name would have access to all the amenities available at Crucio; no matter the location. It was Bella's club after all. Watching the young woman she was dancing with a few moments ago physically fight for sobriety, the older woman decided to head back to her table. All this standing was killing her mood, fast.
She'd seen when the girl, her nephew, and their ginger friend all took shots way too fast. Bella had chuckled when she noticed how the curly haired brunette seemed to have lost a bet with the other two friends. It was amusing seeing the trio together. They always seemed to attract trouble and mischief where ever they went. Once on the dance floor, Bella knew she wouldn't be satisfied with just watching her ex lover from afar much longer. Never one to pass up on an opportunity to crawl under the brunette's skin, Bella had decided to join her for a dance. Why did she wait until her nephew and the ginger left to approach, you may ask. Oh, that's simple. Hermione was Bellatrix's best kept secret and Bella, the girl's secret pleasure. They'd been skirting around their attraction for each other when Hermione first met the Black matriarch in her early twenties at a Malfoy Family dinner. Fortunately, if you ask Bellatrix, the tension between them reached its peak the night of Narcissa's New Years Eve Ball. Drunk and high off of each other, the women brought that new year in with an intense night in bed. From there, the women kept in contact in secret. Hermione feared that the relationship could possibly ruin her friendship with the Malfoy heir if her and Bella went public. Out of respect, although upset, Bellatrix had complied. She'd acquiesced many of Hermione's decisions during their relationship. The young lawyer never realised how much of Bellatrix's heart she had in her hands.
Signaling a waiter to bring her another bottle of Jack Daniels, Bellatrix sat down facing the dance floor. She noticed that the girl was no longer standing where she left her. 'Must have gone to check on the other two' Bella thought. Shame. Bella was looking forward to enjoying her week in Vegas and hoped for a great starter this weekend.
"I see your drinking habits haven't changed." Bellatrix smirked as she watched Hermione place the Jack that she ordered on the table while making herself comfortable across from her. Grabbing the bottle and her empty cup, the older woman poured a shot's worth into the glass and downed it. Seeing her quirked eyebrow, asking silently. Hermione said "I tried following and got lost. So, when I saw the waitress carrying a Jack Daniels over here, I took a guess and told her I'd deliver it myself." Bellatrix grunted noncommittally in response, relaxing as the liquor settled in her.
"Is there any particular reason you're here, Hermione?"
"You never answered my question." She said.
"You didn't answer mine." At this, a look of confusion crossed the brunette's face. Bellatrix had to stop herself from smiling. She always found the faces the younger woman would make when she was thinking to be adorable. Leaning forward, Bella decided to pour herself more whiskey. Taking a sip, she slid another glass towards the girl. "You need a drink."
Accepting the drink without any protest, maybe not even realising it. Bella internally smiled at how the girl still listens to her without a thought. Hermione hated Whiskey, but she'd always drink it with Bella. "Still didn't figure it out yet, kitten?" Bella grinned, watching as Hermione proceeded to struggle with swallowing after hearing her favorite pet name being used. Deciding not to push the girl too far too soon, Bella repeated the question. "I said, Is that how you greet all your ex lovers, pet?" She was on her third drink now. The liquor was warming up her insides. That was good, she needed to calm down. Her body had been tense since she laid eyes on the woman she gave her heart to at the beginning of the night. Bellatrix hadn't seen Hermione since the night they parted ways. She wouldn't tell anyone this, but she never wanted to end it. The separation nearly drove her mad having to cope without the young woman no longer with her. Her sisters had tried figuring out what was the problem but out of respect for Hermione's wishes she never told them just what was happening to her heart. Moving onto her fourth drink in such a short period, Bellatrix eyed the woman she loved as she sipped her glass of whiskey. She had to give the girl credit, the once easily flustered young woman seemed to no longer blush under Bella's intense stares. 'She must have truly moved on' Bella thought. Not wanting to fall deeper into this mood of hers, Bella decided to forgo the glass and drink straight from the bottle. She couldn't stay sober much longer while the younger woman was around.
Sighing, Hermione looked towards the woman she once called the love of her life. She was as stunning as ever. She didn't want to admit it but she missed her so much that it physically hurt on some days. Their split was for the best she had to tell herself often. Drinking all that was left of the glass, Hermione decided to ignore the question, not wanting to start a conversation they didn't need to have at the moment and sent a text to Draco telling him where she was.
"I didn't realise this was one of yours." The brunette spoke up after what felt like forever to Bellatrix, motioning vaguely around them.
"Yeah. I have a couple in California and New York as well. It was a recent business venture I started." nodding Hermione looked away from piercing black eyes. Checking her messages, she saw that Draco had taken Ginny back to the hotel for the night since she hadn't been feeling well. She asked if he needed help but the blonde boy told her to enjoy her night out and that the a car will pick her up when she's done for the night.
Bellatrix looked up when she noticed a hand stretch out for her. "Come dance with me. I promise I'll behave myself" said the brunette with a cheeky grin. "I don't think I'll be able to promise the same, pet." The two slightly intoxicated women escaped their awkwardness on the dance floor. Turning away from Bella, Hermione started dancing to the music. The DJ was playing what sounded like Caribbean music. Moving her hips to the rhythm, Hermione lost herself to the sounds and energy of the people around her. Bellatrix stood there in a daze as she watched the young vixen in front of her move. Grabbing her hips roughly, Bella decided to join Hermione in her fun and started grinding on her backside to the girl's movements. Both women were drunk off the proximity of each other. They'd decided to continue dancing, switching positions and pace for what felt like hours. Many of the patrons had stopped many times to watch them, some even made attempts to join.
"Hey, do you wanna get out of here?" Bellatrix asked. Both women had finally cooled down after such a heated dancing session neither wanted to speak about. The club was nearing closing time anyways, and despite knowing she'd see the brunette around this coming week, Bella didn't want to let her go for the night. Just for a night, Bellatrix wanted to pretend like things were alright in the world. Hermione on the other hand, hadn't been thinking much of anything since the older woman started grinding on her when they were dancing. The young lawyer didn't want to admit it to herself, but her body still responded sharply to Bellatrix's and she craved it in this very moment.
"Yes. I think I need some fresh air or I'll combust."
The cool Vegas night air was as refreshing as ever. It cleared all of Bellatrix's senses. Turning to look at her younger partner, she watched as Hermione stood near the edge of the street and inhaled deeply. It seems the brunette really was in need of fresh air. Now that her mind was a bit clearer, Bellatrix was able to appreciate Hermione's attire. The girl knew how to dress. Standing there in a black, front zip, off the shoulder cocktail dress and a simple pair of black Mary Jane pumps to match, Bellatrix felt the familiar spark of arousal in the pit of her stomach. She really wanted to taste the brunette. Deciding right now wouldn't be all too appropriate for such activities Bellatrix decided to start walking down the street. She wasn't sure where she was heading but she needed to occupy herself before she ended up fucking Hermione in an alleyway against her club. It wouldn't have been their first time in that position either.
"Isn't the night beautiful!" Hermione whispered. She didn't really know why she was suddenly so quiet around the older woman. The cool breeze on her skin may have sobered her up enough to realise the type of situation this night can become if she isn't careful. But a major part of her, the part that still yearns for this dark haired woman, wants to throw all caution to the wind and live a little. Turning to Bellatrix, a thought occurred to Hermione. Grabbing her partner's hand, the brunette flagged down a taxi. Without arguing, Bellatrix followed the girl in amusement. She trusted Hermione with her life after all. The driver was instructed to take them to the Stratosphere Tower. Hermione had the sudden urge to eat, something she refuses to attribute with Bellatrix. She ignores the voice in her head that mocked her about her sudden dislike of many foods after her split from the raven haired woman. To Hermione, her split from Bellatrix impacted her positively. Other's and the voices in her head would proudly disagree.
"You're hungry?" After hearing where the girl was taking them, Bellatrix assumed it was for the restaurant. She remembered how much Hermione loved going to restaurants. Her ex loved food, even ones she's never even heard of.
"Yeah. I haven't actually eaten much all day and all that drinking and dancing we did left me famished." Hermione flushed with embarrassment and chuckled.
Paying the driver, Bellatrix exited the car and raced to the other side to open the door for Hermione. "Oh, how chivalrous" she thanked with a grin. Bella chuckled. Upon entering the tower, both women headed straight to the top floor, where the restaurant, Top of the World, was located. Hermione had never been, but since they were here and she was hungry, why not. She loved experience many firsts with Bellatrix. Besides, Hermione was also hoping that for the night, they can pretend to be alright. After being seated the women requested red wine to drink as they overlooked their menus. Hermione was craving something sweet and couldn't decide on whether to forgo food altogether and just order a bunch of desert. Bellatrix wasn't particularly hungry and was planning to stick with her wine. Watching Hermione eat was always more inviting, anyways.
"So, how have you been? I heard from Cissy and Draco that you graduated top of your class from Law School." Hermione was shocked, to say the least. She didn't expect the older woman to inquire about her after their split. Considering her studies was one of the reasons why she had to end things, the thought of Bellatrix wanting to know how she did threw her off a little. "I didn't expect anything less. Always the know it all." Bella said this with a smirk to let the girl know she was only joking. "It's been what, four years? Since we've seen each other?" Eyes twinkling, Bellatrix decided to skip all pleasantries and go in for the killing question. " Been with anyone lately? Any new or old relationships?"
"Oh. I didn't know you cared." There was a banging noise from Bellatrix's side of the table. Hermione ignored it. The older woman was always known for her irrational outbursts.
"What are you talking about, pet? I never stopped caring. Not when you-" A hand up from Hermione stopped Bellatrix. Hermione really didn't want to ruin the mood. SIghing, she decided to respond to the woman's questions without having to rile her up. She wanted to enjoy the night, so she should make the effort to not deliberately piss her off.
"I've been well, thanks for asking. It was rough for sometime. I'm not gonna lie. But it all worked out in the end. I was able to graduate earlier than expected. Numerous firms wanted me with them but I decided to start my own." It was bold but Hermione knew she had it in her to run her own law firm. She's met way too many lawyers who were either corrupt or terrible at their jobs and she refused to surround herself with people like that. With her trust fund and some investments from the Malfoys and Weasleys, Hermione was able to start her own firm. It's been two years now and the company was thriving. She was known in her district as the best lawyer around. Hardly losing cases, many believe Hermione was preparing to become a judge later in her career. Sipping some of her wine she continued "As for other lovers. I don't believe that is any of your business, Ms. Black."
"I believe it is my business, pet. We might have went our separate ways but we both know who you belong to." Bellatrix all but growled at the young woman.
Hermione was about to respond when she was interrupted by the waiter placing her deserts onto the table. Squealing like a toddler in a toy store, Hermione temporarily forgot where she was and who she was with and started eating. Bellatrix laughed fully at the image in front of her. There sat the most beautiful woman she had ever laid eyes on, all curly hair, that was now a little frizzy, stunning black dress, digging into her cake as if she'd never see the food again. The girl really loved her sweets. Bella really missed her. Taking a few more sips of her wine, Bellatrix spotted a smudge of icing on the girl's cheek.
"Hermione." The girl in question looked up in time to see Bellatrix just a few inches from her face. Freezing in that position, Hermione's mind blanked, forgetting the food in front of her to focus solely on the black orbs piercing into her soul. Reaching out, Bellatrix gently swiped the icing off the girl's face with her finger. Sitting back, she decided to play with the frozen girl and gently sucked the icing off. With a pop, Bellatrix released the now glistening appendage and smiled at the girl. Gulping down the sudden rush of arousal and desire for the woman in front of her, Hermione sat back and grabbed her wine glass. She was suddenly, very thirsty.
"Do you remember the night we first met, Hermione?"
Hey! So next chapter is gonna be a flashback to the night Hermione and Bellatrix first met. We'll also get to see everyone else well. I do hope I'm writing these characters okay... granted there's not much happening at the moment but hopefully I do them all justice next chapter. Until then, I hope you all enjoyed. See you next week!