Jane

It was Friday and since the beginning of the week I was with Ellen and Roman. At first I think she found my return strange, but I tried to lose it and said that I was tired of being so far away and that I had gotten a job at a security company in New York. I spent most of the day with the staff on the task force and in the late afternoon I returned to Ellen's. I still hadn't told Roman what I was really doing, I was waiting for an opportune moment. I was walk on eggshellswith Ellen, as I needed to gain her trust without compromising and without compromising the work of the entire team.

- Guys, are we all going to my house today after we're done? - Kurt proposed. - Each one brings some drinks and we socialize.

Everyone replied that they agreed and I stayed on mine. I didn't want to go. I didn't think it was appropriate. And I still didn't feel part of the team, I don't know, sometimes I noticed them looking at me differently, maybe because I was Ellen's daughter. And then there was Nas, I often caught her looking at Kurt, I was sure there was something there because those looks were not common. On the other hand, I also caught him looking at me from time to time, which made me shiver because of the depth he brought in his eyes. Sometimes I remembered the two of us together and felt very sad for the way it ended and also for never having told him about the baby.

- Rem ... I'm sorry, Jane. - I was drinking coffee when I heard Kurt calling me. - I'm not used to it yet.

- Okay. No problem. - I tried to force a smile.

- You'll go today? - I realized how awkward he looked when he asked me. - In my home.

- Oh no. I don't think it will work. - I lied. - I can't spend a lot of time outside unless Ellen suspects.

- Can't you find an excuse? I mean, if you want to go. - He was a little disappointed in my answer.

- I think I better not go.

- Jane, if it is for everything that happened ... I want to apologize for everything that happened and I also want us to be friends. - He ran his hand through his hair, certainly feeling a little uncomfortable for telling me all this.

- Okay. - I let out a breath. - We can be friends.

- So you will go?

- I don't know yet. But thanks for the invitation.

Natasha

I took a taxi with Patty and we arrived at Kurt's house together. Rich and Edgar had already arrived, Nas texted him that she won't be going, and Mayfair had already warned him earlier that he couldn't go too. Now only Jane was missing. Patty and I talked to her in the locker room before leaving and she said she didn't know if she would come. I think she still wasn't feeling comfortable, but we insisted a lot and she said she would think.

Edgar was sitting on a stool in front of the counter with a bottle of beer and I couldn't help looking at him. He wore tight dark pants and a navy blue sweater. We greeted each other and he kissed me on the cheek.

- Hello! - He gave me a mischievous smile and I winced when I smelled his perfume and aftershave.

Patty and I grab our beers and sit on the couch. The conversation flowed and Rich made a point of letting out some bad jokes. My eyes met Edgar's all the time, we looked mesmerized at each other.

Remi arrived and was a little shy, so Patty and I took care of getting some beers to make her relax. Just so I can disconnect from Edgar a little.

- Jane, you need to have a few with us from time to time. - Patty was already a little high, because she was drinking nonstop since the time we arrived. - And also bring your brother.

- Okay, but I don't want to get drunk. And, my brother, I still don't think it's time to bring him. - Jane argued.

- Nobody is talking about getting drunk, just lessen the tension a little. - I explained. - And about Roman, we'll talk about that later, won't we, Patty?

- And that handsome guy over there doesn't stop looking at you. - Patty told Jane referring to Kurt.

- Patty! - I noticed how red Jane was. - He's really looking at you, because men can't get away, but you don't have to look if you don't want to.

- Just as Edgar keeps looking at you too. - Jane teased me.

- Oh don't start! Patty is filling me up.

- You broke up? - Jane asked me.

- Yes, it's been a while. It's complicated. - I justified it and left in the excuse of getting another beer.

Rich proposed a card game and we all agree. We stayed a little late playing and I felt the drink taking effect.

- Guys, I think I'll be going. - I got up getting my things.

- Tasha, can I take you... - Edgar came to me.

- I'm not sure I should accept it since you drank a little. - I said smiling.

- Ah, I stopped a while ago and I'm not drunk. - He justified.

- Okay, but maybe you wanted to stay a little longer.

- No, I already want to go too.

Patty didn't want to come with us, she would share a taxi with Rich later. We left them there and left.

Kurt

Remi was beautiful. I miss the time we were together. Now everything seemed so different, so much time passed and I didn't even know how to talk to her. Patty and Rich were saying goodbye and she too got up to go. I got up to go with them to the door. The two friends were already coming down the stairs and I took Jane lightly by the hand. She stopped and turned to me.

- How will you leaving? - I asked her.

- I'll take a taxi. I can't go straight, I have to try to avoid being caught.

- Sorry if I put you at risk.

- No, I came because I wanted to.

- Don't you want to talk a little, have another beer?

- I really need to go. - She looked at our hands and only then I realized I was still holding her. - But first I want to ask you something.

- Yes, what is it?

- What's your deal with Nas? - His look was challenging.

- There's nothing much. - I answered. I didn't except for a couple of times that we went out, but I didn't feel any commitment to her.

- It's none of my business either. I'm leaving now.

- See you later then. - I said goodbye. - Remi. - I called her back.

- Yes? - She stopped and I went to her.

- I... I just. - I said feeling her getting closer to me. She was very close and gave me a kiss on the mouth, it was a peck and I was without reaction.

- Bye Kurt. - This time she left and left me speechless. What woman was that and what was she doing to me? I don't know how she was able to mess with my feelings that way.

Edgar

Natasha was silent during the journey. I looked at her and saw a small smile on her face.

- What's it? - I asked.

- Do you know where I live? - She looked at me with a malicious smile.

- And who said I'm taking you home? - I smiled back.

- Hã? You forgot to ask if I want to go somewhere with you. - She teased.

I pulled the car over to the curb and got very close to her so that I could feel the warmth of her breath. - Natasha, can I take you somewhere nice? - I spoke very quietly and my voice came out hoarse.

I realized that she was serious and her gaze was deep. - Okay. - She agreed and I smiled victoriously. I turned away from her and started the car again.

I parked the car and opened the door for her to get out. I don't know what she was expecting, but we arrived at a pub with a small club attached. I took her by the hand and we went into the pub. I ordered drinks for us and sat in a bistro. It was impossible to talk to the music, so we just drank while we were flirting. Her hair fell in waves over her shoulders, she wore a tight long-sleeved wine blouse, tight black pants and heels. She was beautiful even without much production, and I was enchanted by her beauty.

We finished the contents of our glasses and I got up and called her. - Let's dance a little.

The music was a little loud and we started to move to the beat. I felt my body light and tried to be very close to Natasha who was mesmerized by the music. There weren't many people in the club, I counted three couples and two groups of friends. We danced a lot and I was already thirsty.

- I'll get us some drinks. - I spoke close to her ear.

I went very quickly to the counter and when I was coming back I noticed two guys next to her. I stood watching her reaction and realized that she was winding them up. I approached and linked her around the waist.

- She is with me. - The two walked away a little disappointed.

- They were just being nice. - She tried to explain.

- Gentle people asking you to dance? - I handed her the drink and walked away a little.

- Won't you admit it? - She teased me after taking a drink.

- What? - I asked curious.

- That you was jealous. - She studied me behind the glass of drinks.

I grabbed her around the waist again and pulled her to me. - Yes, I was jealous. - I admitted.

I felt the warmth of her gaze and wanted to kiss her so badly, but she turned around and I kissed her on the cheek near her ear. I noticed that her cheeks were flushed. - Do you want to leave? - I asked.

- Yes, I want.

I took his hand and we headed out towards the car. The drive to my apartment was in record time. We went up the stairs quickly and I didn't let go of her hand. I closed the door behind us and pinned her body to mine against the wall. Her gaze was warm and her lips inviting. I kissed her hard and she wrapped her arms around my neck. We went to bed leaving a trail of clothes on the way. We love each other intensely and get lost in each other's arms.

She was lying on my chest almost asleep and I was holding my sleep. Her hair spread over me tickled me.

- Promise me? - I asked touching her hair.

- What? - She asked in a whisper.

- That you doesn't leave before dawn.

She looked at me fondly and smiled sleepily. - I won't go.

I pulled her to me and kissed her sweetly. We curl up in each other and fall asleep.