Chapter 2 - The First Date
Author's Note: First of all I want to apologize for how long it took me to get this chapter out. I've been away from the internet for a few personal reasons and one being a broken hand and the holidays. Thank you all who read the first chapter, and an even bigger thank you to those who reviewed and gave me feedback. This chapter and the next chapter are most likely going to be shorter but they will be entertaining(I hope). I hope you continue to read this story and let me know what you guys like.
Cat's POV(12 years ago):
It worked, I'm actually going on a date with Tori. If it wasn't for Jade I probably would have not even attempted asking her out. Jade told me that, "if I didn't grow a pair(whatever that means) and ask Vega out." That she would hurt Mr. Purple. No one hurts Mr. Purple so I said okay. It took a while to organize what I did today. That's mostly because I had cold feet about it twice this week. But Jade told me that she had spoken to Trina and made sure that Tori would be at school. So I guess I'll have to tell Tori that she needs to thank her sister and Jade, but for now it's just going to be about us.
Right now I'm sitting at home staring at my closet. You know it's hard looking for an outfit when I go to school. But it's even harder to pick out an outfit for Tori. I know I don't have to knock her off of her feet, but I want to impress her. Show her off the start that I'm serious about this relationship. I've chosen the one I think Tori will like the most, a pink and black checkered skirt and pink blouse to go with it. I'm praying that this isn't a huge disaster. I've done so much to make this happen and from what Trina told me, Tori has as well. But enough about me worrying about this date going horribly wrong. Tori is the girl for me and that's that.
As I head out I grab my handbag, my phone and my keys. Tori and I agreed to meet at Nozu which is only walking distance from my place. I wonder if Tori's having the jitters like me. Knowing her she's probably freaking the freak out as she would say. I think I'll work on calming myself down as I walk over to Nozu. I'm the one who asked her out so I can't show up being nervous as hell. I need to be confident.
Tori's POV(12 years ago):
"Tori calm down this is Cat. You know your best friend Cat. Yes it will be a bit different and possibly a bit awkward between you two, but don't sweat it. Treat it like a normal gathering just with a bit more intimacy and possibly a few kisses", Trina has been trying to calm me down all day. For the most part she's been... unsuccessful. I figured that as soon as Cat and I started dating she'd be back to the snobby older sister I know and love. But she's changed quite a bit in the last few weeks. She even did my hair. The old Trina would have said, "No way I'll break a nail." But this Trina did my hair makeup and my nails. Either she turned over a new leaf or Trina's got herself a new partner. She always is nice to me when she starts going out with someone new.
"I know but it's just muscle memory to be nervous about new relationships. You know my track record."
"Yeah I know your track record with men but this is your start with Cat", She did have a point. All of my failed relationships have been with men. Cat's a female she's a whole new territory for me to explore. It helps that I know almost everything that Cat likes we've been friends for almost two years. Sure there are probably a few things she likes that I don't know about, but I can learn about them as our relationship progresses.
"Okay you're right. I just hope I don't find a way to screw it up."
"Tori look at me", I look up at Trina. "You're not going to screw this up. That girl likes you, hell possibly she loves you. Don't you think Cat's freaking out too? She's been waiting for this almost as long as you have. From the moment she saw you she wanted to be yours. She has finally gotten her chance. So believe me there's not one thing you can do to screw this up."
"I'll take your word for it. But why are you so confident about this?"
"Let's just say a little birdie has been chirping in my ear about it", Trina is definitely confident about this. Who's been telling her this, and why would she be telling me? I look down at my phone.
"Damn, I have to get going Treen. Thanks for the pep talk. I'll text you on when I'm on my way back."
"You're walking to Nozu?"
"Yeah it's only a few blocks away", I say grabbing my house keys and my sweater.
Later that night: No POV:
Tori arrived first at Nozu, after taking her seat Cat arrived. Anyone there would think that it was Christmas morning for Cat. Her nerves long gone, she was wearing a smile that could stop a war. Tori nearly died at that moment. Everything about Cat seemed better. Her hair seemed more vibrant(if it was even possible), her skin was tanner, her eyes more fierce. She was perfection to Tori, and though Tori wasn't aware of it. Cat was studying her before she even walked to the booth. Making her game plan. Cat took note of Tori's appearance. From her wavy curls of brunette tresses to the skirt that displayed her long legs. Cat told herself she finally found the one for her. Finally taking her seat in the booth, Cat and Tori nervously greeted each other with a hug.
"You look great, like really great", Tori said breaking the ice.
"So do you. You're stunning", Cat replied her cheeks becoming brighter than her hair.
"How do we do this? We're best friends so it may be a bit awkward at first", Tori blushed at the idea of her and Cat.
"Tori if I didn't get a bit of awkwardness in the start I'd question your commitment to this relationship. So don't worry plus you're cute when you're flustered."
"Okay so now that that's out of the way, how 'bout we get some food."
"You're speaking my language now."
Cat and Tori ordered their food and small talked throughout their meal. When they finished Tori paid the check before Cat even noticed. On their way out Cat noticed a crane machine game filled with stuffed animals. Cat pointed out a purple giraffe similar to Mr. Purple. Tori went to work on getting the plush pet for Cat, finally achieving her goal on the third try.
"Here you go Cat", Tori said handing the giddy teenager her new plush toy.
"Thank you so much Tori", Cat leaned up towards Tori and gave her a kiss.
"Uh...You're welcome", Tori was barely able to reply.
"Close your mouth Tori you'll catch flies", Cat nonchalantly spoke.
"You ready to get out of here", not realizing what she accidentally implied.
"How dare you Tori. I'm not the type of girl to give it up on the first date", Cat turned away from Tori barely able to keep a stern face.
"No, no Cat that's not what I meant I just wanted to walk you home", Tori pleaded to Cat hoping no one in Nozu paid attention to what Cat had said.
" 'Kay 'kay", was all Cat said before she snatched Tori's hand and began walking through the exit.
The girls had made their way back to Cat's apartment.
"You're really something else Cat."
"I know but you love me for it."
"That I do", Tori said causing both girls to blush.
"So I guess I'll see you at school tomorrow."
"You can count on it."
"I think this is the part where we kiss", Cat said smirking.
"Yeah, I believe it is."
"Here goes", both girls thought as they leaned into each other's grasp. The strawberry flavor of Cat's lip gloss mixed with the scent of Tori's vanilla perfume caused the girls to go in their own world. Until someone broke the trance.
"See Cat told you that you could do it", Both girls separated immediately to see Jade standing there with her phone out.
"Did you just take a picture of us", Tori exclaimed. Cat too shocked to try and do anything but blush.
"Relax Vega it's not going to go viral or anything if that's what you're worried about."
"Then what are you going to do with it?"
"I'm saving it for a special occasion", Jade replied circling around the shocked teens.
"Special occasion?"
"That's all I'm saying. No more, no less. See you later Vega, Cat."
With that Jade walked over to her car and drove off. Tori turned her attention to Cat. The poor girl seemed to have lost all control of her voice.
"Are you all right Cat?"
"Yeah. So that was good right?"
"I don't know. Jade usually isn't that nice about things. Especially when I'm involved."
"No silly the kiss."
"Oh. Then yes it was amazing."
"Well I'll see you tomorrow Tori. I had fun. Thanks for getting me Mrs. Purple."
"You're welcome. I hope Mr. Purple approves. Good night Cat", Tori flashed Cat a smile and turned around to start on her way home.
"Tori, could I have just one more kiss", Cat shouted.
A/N: Thank you to whoever has waited around to read my next update. Updates will be twice a month until my hand fully heals. Next chapter will include a bit of smut possibly. Nothing's set in stone but you'll find out next chapter. Thanks again, and if you have the time please review. Also apologies to anyone who got the glitched version of this chapter.