Chapter 13

"Shopping with you is like a whole new experience." Octavia raved as Lexa and herself walked out of the store, each with a bag of their own in their hands. "To bad Clarke couldn't make it."

As she predicted, Lexa knew all the best places to shop and everyone was eagerly waiting to assist them. They even suggested closing the store for so they can shop privately but Lexa assured them there was no need and they were perfectly fine then thanked them for their kind offer.

Octavia enjoys hanging out with Lexa without Clarke. She secretly wanted to getto know the other brunette to see if she was good for best friend. Though her opinion shouldn't matter as long as Clarke was happy. She knew they didn't need her approval but Lexa was passing in spades. If she wasn't straight and wasn't so gaga over Lincoln, she could see herself easily falling for the heiress.

"I think it has to do with her mother. Abby has been intentional keeping her busy to avoid hanging out with me." Lexa replied as they got into her car.

Lincoln wasn't accompany them on their outing because Lexa didn't think she needed a bodyguard when all they were doing was shopping and also with the probability of Octavia and Lincoln pay attention to each other, she didn't want to end up being the third wheel. Plus she was enjoying getting to know Clarke's best friend with just the two of them.

There were a few paparazzis around but not enough to really annoy her.

Yet.

"Abby is just protective. Clarke is all she has left after her husband died. Don't take it too personally." Octavia told her.

"Funny, she allowed Clarke to date that imbecile Finn." Lexa grumbled more to herself placing her arm on the edge of her window resting her head in her hand while she drove with one hand.

Octavia raised an amused eyebrow at the heiress.

"Have you ever tried to tell Clarke not to do something?" Octavia asked rhetorically.

Lexa lips curled into a smile of how stubborn the blonde could be.

"I wouldn't worry about Abby." Octavia said.

"I'm not worried. I'm annoyed that she tries to interfere in almost all our interaction. Like right now, Clarke could have join us." Lexa told her.

Lexa was aware how ridiculous it sounds that she can't go a couple hours away from the blonde before missing her. She has never been so captivated by someone that she wanted to spend almost all her free time with them.

Octavia smiled as she found it amusing and she dare say adorable that through out the few hours they been on their shopping trip, Clarke's name unconsciously pops out of Lexa's mouth every now and then. She doesn't think Lexa was aware of how often she talks about the blonde. If she wasn't convince already of how in love Lexa was with Clarke then she was now. She was genuinely happy for them.

"Hey, you don't know any cool places to get some motorcycle gear, do you? I'm looking for a new riding jacket." Octavia asked.

Lexa took her eyes off the road and turn her head to Octavia in shock.

"You ride?"

"Yeah. I've got a Yamaha YZF-R1M." Octavia told her proudly.

Lexa was impressed and kind of excited with this new information. Octavia and her seemed to have similar interest which makes hanging out with her more enjoyable. She was almost like the little sister she never wanted.

"What? Are you shocked that a girl like me can get messy? You are not the only one that likes adventure."

Lexa omits a small chuckle.

"Have you ever been downhill mountain biking?" Lexa asked as the thought popped into her head.

"No but I always wanted to." Octavia replied with excitement in her eyes.

"I was actually planning a trip to Canada in a week or so for the weekend. There's a place called Whistler with an amazing trail. You should come with me." Lexa told her.

"I. Would. Love. To." Octavia said excitingly enunciating every word. She tried to refrain herself from jumping in her seat and not embarrass herself in front Lexa.

"Good. I'll take care of all the arrangement."

While Lexa was out shopping with Octavia, Clarke took over Lexa's office as she wanted to separate herself from the other employees and work in silence for the rest of the day. There were a few extra offices that Anya made available for the Sky Airline employees but not enough at the moment. The majority had to share one of the conference rooms. Usually Clarke didn't mind it but her mother was grating her nerves today.

Luckily she had a few paper work to finish up before she could leave and maybe catch up with Lexa and Octavia.

"Hey."

Clarke looked up at the door and saw her mother, who knock a few times before letting herself inside.

"Hey mom." Clarke returned the greeting before looking back down continuing what she was working on.

"I came by just to grab those reports and run them by Kane." Abby said standing across from her.

She smiles inwardly at the sight of the serious expression on Clarke's face. She was pleased and very proud that her daughter had a natural aptitude for business.

Just like her father.

She thought Clarke was going to follow in her footsteps in medicine. Though she was very skilled in that field, she could tell that Clarke didn't share the same passion she had for the profession.

"Yeah. I have them. Give me one second." Clarke searched through the desk quickly to find those particular papers.

"So this is Lexa's office." Abby said looking around the room.

The overall style was very elegant with a couple of trophies and picture of her racing or sky diving. A few family photos . Mostly of her grandmother that just past. Her gaze falls to her daughter and noticed how comfortable Clarke was sitting in the brunette's chair. Also the fact that the very private brunette has that much trust in Clarke to allow in her office for most of the day. There was a familiarity that the two have with each other and she has been noticing little things, like this, here and there. They were very subtle but she noticed.

"Yeah." Clarke answered shortly.

Whenever her mother brought up Lexa, she always wanted to dive in deeper and point out the heiress' negative traits and spill her unfair opinions to her. So she knew to cut the conversation short to avoid any lectures about how horrible Lexa is.

Abby nodded not commenting on anything particular in the office. Clarke felt slightly uncomfortable having her mom in Lexa's office without the brunette herself there. Hopefully she can find these papers soon and send her on her way.

"So I was wondering as soon as we finish up here, if you want to get something to eat with me." Abby said.

"Can't. Sorry, I'm meeting Octavia and..."

"Lexa?" Abby finished sharply.

Clarke could hear the obviously displeasure in her voice.

"Don't start Mom." Clarke warned rolling her eyes.

"You been spending an awful amount of time with her, Clarke." Her mom points out ignoring her daughter's glare.

"What do you want me to say? I like hanging out with her." Clarke replied shrugging her shoulders. "You should be happy that we are getting along. It's good for our business."

"That's sound really similar to what Anya would say. Has she been putting ideas in your head?" Abby asked knowing Anya was very good with her words that she could convince anyone to do anything.

"And what ideas what that be?" Clarke retorted finally giving her mother her undivided attention.

"Look, Clarke I'm going to be honest with you. The reason we brought the idea of the merger to Anya is because your dad always had a good relationship with TonDC and he highly respected them. We had been in talks about this years before your father died but things didn't work out on TonDC end. It just wasn't the right time. I believe that this is the right time and this is going to be successful."

"I know all of this. Where is this going exactly?" Clarke patience was wearing thin.

"During our first meeting Anya was only interested in the merger when your name was mention. She was trying to set you up with Lexa in an attempt to, or in a faithful leap, that you would somehow tame her wild and unpredictable daughter."

"And you agreed?" Clarke raised her eyebrows at her mother. She already knew all of this since Anya has already apologies for her action but she didn't tell her mother this.

"No!" Abby shakes her head adamantly. "Of course not. I only played along because I knew that you were smarter than all those girls that fawn over Lexa. That you knew better than to be use like one of her playthings."

Clarke shakes her head at the absurdity that was coming out of her mother's mouth.

"You don't know Lexa. So please stop before you embarrass yourself." Clarke told her with a stern voice.

"Clarke. You don't know Lexa..." Abby argued. "I mean it's just disgusting the way she lives her life... I don't want you to get hurt..."

Tuning her mother out, Clarke turned to her laptop and quickly typed her keys before waiting a moment to find what she was searching for. When she was satisfied, she turned the screen towards her mother and cuts off her rant.

"This is Octavia and Lexa out today. You and I both know that there is absolutely nothing going on between the two of them. They're just hanging out together and knowing that Lexa prefers the company of women, every media outlet are making up bullshit so they can sell their magazine. Look..." Clarke pointed to the headline. "Staring lovingly into each other's eyes. Is there a new romance in Lexa Wood's life?"

"They do look close... I wouldn't put it pass Lexa to try her charm on..." Abby commented looking at the screen.

"Oh my god!" Clarke groan loudly interrupted her looking at her with disbelief in her eyes wanting to slam her head on Lexa's desk.

She slammed her Macbook shut with obvious frustration that she was still not able to get through her mother. There was no convincing her. "Octavia is seeing Lincoln. Even is you think that low of Lexa, you surely can't think that way of Octavia."

"Well..." Abby cocks her head to the side ready to make her argument.

"No, mom. Octavia is not even into women. And it doesn't matter if she was, my point that I was trying to make is that you can't believe everything you hear." Clarke roared with agitation.

Abby was a little taken back by the blonde's fury.

"Clarke, why are you getting so upset over this. I'm going to ask you again, is there anything going on between you and Lexa." Abby asked fearing her answer.

Clarke inhaled deeply trying to calm herself for a moment before speaking to her mother.

"This is Lexa's office and I don't think she appreciated if you were in here with all the glares you been sending her way. So please leave." Clarke gritted through her teeth ignoring her mother's question once more. She lifted the papers her mother asked for and thrusted them towards her.

Clarke was sure that Lexa would be fine if she told her mother about their relationship but her mother was being such an annoyance that she was withholding this information until they were absolutely ready. Whatever was between them was between them and only them.

"I'm sorry, Clarke. I really didn't meant to upset you. I'll see you tomorrow." Abby told her gently before leaving the office.

The feeling of warm anticipation that was building up inside Clarke of catching up with Lexa dissipated after her talk with her mother who left her staring at her screen that she reopened while unwanted and disturbing thoughts were running through her head.

Was there something going on between Octavia and Lexa?

She blinked and looked at the photo on the screen once more.

They hadn't had sex or even kiss since they reconcile and knowing Lexa's history it didn't seem like the brunette went this long without intimacy. It was likely that she was getting frustrated. Sexually frustrated.

They did look like they were getting along way better than she ever imagined. Lexa had that charming smile on her face that Clarke thought she was the only one capable of bringing out of the brunette.

Don't be silly, Clarke told herself. This is stupid. Lexa would never do that to her nor Octavia would do that to her.

Clarke groaned and detested her mother for ruining her day.

"So you don't have the slightest clue what your going to do?" Octavia asked as they sat down at their table for some late lunch.

"I'm not sure if Clarke likes big grand gestures or just wants something simple and intimate for our first date." Lexa shrugged as if she wasn't stress out it but inside she was freaking the fuck out. She wanted it to be special but she was worrying doing too much or not enough or messing it up completely.

"You're over thinking this." Octavia told her opening up her menu. "Clarke is not high maintenance at all. Whatever you plan, I'm sure she'll be ecstatic about it."

"Well I was leaning more into the small simple idea but she has complain that since were are trying to keep our relationship away from the media, that we don't go out that much." Lexa said.

"Are you asking me for some relationship advice on how to woo Clarke Griffin?" Octavia lightly teased.

Lexa rolled her eyes. "I know how to woo Clarke. But this is our first official date. I want it to be special."

Octavia study the heiress subtly over her menu and could see a hint of distress on her face. She couldn't keep the grin off her face of how Clarke manage to get Lexa to worry over something like this.

"Let's hear what you got so far. I'll tell you whether or not Clarke would be wooed."

Earlier Octavia texted Clarke the restaurant that she and Lexa were currently dining at. She was running a little later than she would like but the girls assured her to take her time and that they didn't mind waiting for her. Clarke slips into the restaurant telling the hostess who she was meeting and was immediately directed to the table where Lexa and Octavia were waiting at.

Before she lets her presence known Clarke watches the two women from a distance with a frown and pure curiosity. Deep down she didn't believe that there was anything going on between the two but couldn't deny that what her mother said got to her. And they do seem to be get along fairly well in the short amount of time that they known each other.

She tries to shake these thoughts out of her before slowing making her way towards the two.

"When need to keep this hidden from Clarke." Lexa whispered hastily when Octavia quickly mention that the blonde was behind her.

Clarke was just in earshot when she heard what Lexa said to Octavia and frown when she saw her best friend vigorously nodding her head in agreement.

"Hey guys." Clarke greeted coming out more chipper than she wanted.

Lexa smiled turning in her seat waiting nothing more to greet the blonde with a kiss on the cheek or even a hug but realized that they were in public so she stayed seated.

"Hi, I miss you." Lexa replied smiling widely when Clarke was closer so only the blonde would hear her but quickly frowned in confusion when Clarke walked straight pass her without showing her any acknowledgment and sat across from her and next to Octavia.

"Hey Clarke." Octavia said. She also noticed this unusual action mirroring Lexa's confusion but did not comment on it.

"Sorry I was running late. What did I miss?" Clarke said settling in her seat.

Lexa cocked her head to the side to study the blonde for a moment feeling like something was off despite the facade that she was putting on. She pursed her lips from saying anything though.

"You have to see this new riding jacket I bought." Octavia said exciting.

While Octavia search through her bag, Lexa was still staring at Clarke trying to decipher her strange behavior as silence gave over them waiting for the other brunette. Clarke feels Lexa stare and couldn't help but meet her eyes. She swallowed when she knows that Lexa could easily read her like a book and it was making her uneasy. She quickly broke the stare.

"Look. Amazing right?" Octavia interrupted throwing her jacket on for Clarke.

"Totally." Clarke agreed putting on a smile to match Octavia.

"I so miss my bike." Octavia said removing her jacket and placing it back in the bag.

"Have you guys ordered yet?" Clarke turns her attention to the menu.

"We were waiting for you." Octavia informed her.

"Hmm..." Clarke murmured. "So what were you guys talking about earlier." Clarke asked nonchalantly.

"Ummm...Lexa is planning a trip to Canada in a few weeks to go downhill mountain biking. She asked me to join her." Octavia said was a steady voice trying not to reveal that they were talking about what Lexa should do for their first date.

Clarke narrowed her eyes which Lexa caught causing her to raise her eyebrows as she concluded two things by the blonde's look. One Octavia is a horrible liar and two there was something definitely bothering the blonde who still hasn't talk to her directly.

"Wow you guys are planning a trip together. Already." Clarke remarks flippantly. She sheer thought of them spending more time together makes her stomach flip in jealousy.

There it was, Lexa thought. She could see as clear as day. Jealousy. A hint of a smile appears on her face how of ridiculous this sounds in her head but it was the only logically thing she could think of that would cause Clarke to act like this. She spied those paparazzi's early and it didn't take long for them to post something about her online. Anytime she was hanging out with a woman the headline were very predictable and Lexa was almost certain she knows what was said. She has a feeling Clarke saw this but she thought that she had warned her a head of time about this.

For Clarke to act this way without talking to her and lose hope and trust in her hurt a little. But it was so preposterous that she couldn't take it seriously. In fact she thought it was hilarious.

She was going to play this out and show Clarke how ludicrous this was.

"Yes. I thought Octavia would love to join me on my small trip. We found out that we have similar interest. I think it would be a great bonding experience for us. Aside from the amazing bike trail there's a private villa. The spa treatment is to die for. Doesn't that sound nice, Octavia? Just the two of us?" Lexa laid down the charm playing the role to get a rise out of Clarke.

"Um...yes. The bike trail sound more fun then the spa thing. But I'm sure it will be most welcome after our bodies become sore from the ride." Octavia stumbles slightly but manages to answer as her eyes darting between the two sensing some tension.

"I don't see the need to even bring Lincoln." Lexa added for good measure.

"I hope you guys enjoy yourselves." Clarke said as calmly as she could trying not to clench her jaw. Her appetite quickly disappear as there was suddenly a gaping whole in her stomach at the thought of those two on a romantic trip.

An uncomfortable silence settles around the table again. Octavia looks completely uncomfortable.

"You know what, no! This is not okay." Clarke suddenly snaps throwing her menu down on the table.

"Octavia is my friend. My best friend." Clarke glared at Lexa before turning to Octavia. "And you..."

"Whoa...Whoa...What are you talking about Clarke?" Octavia jumped in trying to calm her down while Lexa sat back in her chair with an amuse smile on her face.

"Talked to your mother lately?" Lexa quipped crossing her arms across her chest. "Take a few moments to listen to what you are insinuating."

That's all it took for the blonde to snap out of her jealousy hazed that her mother cast on her. She feels her face rapidly starting to burn from embarrassment.

"I'm sorry. You're right. I allowed my mother to get inside my head. It's been a long day." Clarke apologized throwing her head down in shame.

"I would never Clarke." Lexa said with all seriousness.

"I know." Clarke replied nodding her head remorsefully.

"I would." Octavia chimed in.

Clarke head snapped up to glare at her friend who had a playful smile on her face.

"What? Lexa's hot." Octavia shrugged.

Lexa smiled knowing Octavia was just trying to lighten up the atmosphere.

"Now can you come and sit next to me? I've really missed you today." Lexa said looking softly into her eyes.

Clarke heart melt by the sincerity in her voice and stood up from her seat to oblige the brunette who was now sporting a happy face by their close proximity.

"We will talk about this bike trail later. I still think it's too soon for any strenuous activity on your leg." Clarke tells her as she brings the menu back to her attention.

"As you wish doctor. We can argue later. But right now I'm starving and we have yet to put our orders in." Lexa wave her hand to get the waitress attention.

Under the table Clarke gently squeezes the brunette's leg. Lexa catches her eye and lets her know with a look that she was forgiven. Clarke wanted nothing more to show Lexa how sorry she was but that would have to wait.

A couple days later, Lexa felt a fresh wave of excitement buzzing through her body as if this was her first date ever. She ultimately decide to go the simple route but they would be exploring the true beauty of the City of Light. Lexa arranged a boat ride in the evening in the Seine river where they can admire Paris in a more private and intimate way that would provide a wonderful experience for the blonde.

"You look beautiful." Lexa commented when she help the blonde get out of the car.

Clarke was wearing semi-casual outfit fitting for the occasion. She had on black tight long-legged bottoms with a white simple blouse covered by a black jacket. There were moments like this were the blonde completely took her breathe away.

Since it was an evening date, Lincoln had to accompany them for safety reason, much to Lexa's dismay. But she told him to keep a respectable distance from them. This was their first outing together and Lexa didn't want anything to ruin it. She has organized the date where it would be very hard for any unwanted peepers to get close to them and take any picture.

Once they got out of the car, they made their way straight towards the boat.

"Thank you. Where are we going exactly?" Clarke questioned as her eyes light up when she takes in her surroundings. There were walking towards the river. "Are we going on a boat ride?"

Lexa nodded intertwining their fingers leading the way.

"I know it's not that extravagant for our first date but at least we're not in the hotel. And you always said that you never had time to explore Paris. This was the only thing I could think of to explore the city without being bothered by anyone." Lexa explained looking at her with uncertainty in her eyes. She has been worried and stressed wanting everything to be perfect.

Clarke was silent for a moment, completely heart warmed and in awe by Lexa's sweet and thought-out planned for their first date. No one has ever courted her like this before.

"I love it." Clarke told her squeezing her hand. "This is really romantic."

Lexa inwardly sighed in relief when the look of genuine excitement really shining in the blonde's eyes.

Clarke felt like possibly the luckiest girl in the world right now. The leisurely boat ride was so perfect. After an hour or so strolling slowly in the water, Clarke was enjoying a glass of wine while taking in the beauty of the banks in the Seine river. The city was so exquisitely lively at night. They passed by the many well-known landmarks of Paris. Like Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower.

What topped it all off was Lexa had hired a violinist to follow them on another boat playing soothingly romantic tune and he was far enough that it was softly playing in the background. It was a picturesque setting.

It felt like everything was perfectly set up for them to have an enjoyable night together. The soft lights from the streets, the music, the soft sound of the water, the beautiful flowers that were waiting for her on the boat, everything was so enchanting that she felt like she was in a fairy-tale.

Even the pizza they had which seemed simple was so delicious and perfect fitting for the night.

Their conversation was light but deep at the same getting to know each other in another level. Talking about whatever came to mind. From anything interesting that happen that week or fond memories from their childhood. They also talked about what the hope for the future or dreams that they had.

"Lexa, you have top any date that I have in the past. I don't even have words describe how amazing tonight is." Clarke told her.

"You can't give me too much credit. I mean I do have Paris on my side." Lexa retorted playfully.

Clarke smiled and bumped their shoulder's before laying her head on it causing Lexa to wrap her arm around her shoulder, embracing the warmth and comfort. This was one of her favorite positions to be in with Lexa.

Despite Lexa down playing the evening, Clarke was still completely charmed and in awe knowing that deep down inside Lexa lies a reverence of chivalry and profound romantic gestures.

As she was thinking of how Lexa planned all this without her knowledge a sudden thought appears in her head.

"Oooohhh..." Clarke eyes widen feeling completely guilty about the other day with Octavia.

"What?" Lexa asked tilting her head questioningly.

"This is what you and Octavia were being so secretive about." Clarke said piecing it all together.

Lexa laughed as the blonde finally caught on. "Yeah."

"I was such an idiot." Clarke says still feeling bad for her mistake.

Lexa shrugged her shoulders. "I got to admit the jealousy thing is hot. I would never make you jealous intentionally but you look so sexy when you're mad."

"Shut up." Clarke mutters playfully before getting serious. "I trust you Lexa. I do. I was just having a bad day but once you called me on it, it was like my vision automatically cleared up."

"I know Clarke. You just had a moment. We're not perfect. What worries me is that you're mom was able to convince you, even for a slight second, that I was trying to sleep with Octavia." Lexa confessed.

"She just wouldn't stop. I don't know what she has against you but she needs to trust my judgement."

"I don't think it's necessary against me. I think it more has to do with her being overly protective of you. You are kind of special."

"So are you. I wish she can see how amazing you are with me instead reading what people who don't know you perceive you as."

"It's nothing I haven't dealt with before." Lexa shrugged nonchalantly as she was use to this.

"But you deserve happiness, Lexa." Clarke said.

Lexa pulls back slightly form their embrace to cup the blonde's face in her hand and stare longingly into her beautiful blue eyes. "I have it. Right here."

Clarke's eyes grew heavy as she unconsciously licks her lips and leans forward giving in to what she has wanted to do for long now. Just as Clarke was about to close the remaining gap between a loud snap and flash shattering their moment causing them to pull away from each other.

Clarke heard Lexa growled loudly.

"It's okay." Clarke rubbed her arms trying to soothe her so she wouldn't get upset.

Lexa shakes her head and wordlessly grabs her phone upset that the perfect night she plan was ruin. Okay not completely ruin but the one thing she didn't want to happen did and she was not happy at the moment.

"Hello?"

Clarke heard Lincoln answered on the other end. She was aware that Lincoln was walking around on the street somewhere keeping an on them. He did of good job of keeping himself hidden as she forgot all about him.

"Lincoln, there's at least one photographer to our right near the art gallery. Dispose of him before more start arriving." Lexa commanded in a control voice before hanging up the phone not wanting for a reply.

"It's fine, Lexa." Clarke tries to reassure her.

"I'm sorry, Clarke. I thought I plan this perfectly so nothing like this would occur." Lexa apologized running a hand through her hair in frustration.

"Lexa, it was perfect." Clarke told her interlocking her

"Do you want to leave?" Lexa asked concerned.

One of the reason why Lexa didn't want their relationship public yet was because of this. It's hard to suddenly have cameras around you and she didn't want Clarke to be dissuaded by them or cause her any distress. When they are ready, she wanted to slowly ease Clarke into the craziness making it as seamless as possible. Though she wanted to avoid putting Clarke in that situation, she knew it wasn't possible. It was just the unfortunate side of being with her. She just hoped that it didn't scare the blonde away.

"Of course not. I'm enjoying our date. Don't let them bother you."

"Are you sure?"

"Yes. Now can I have another glass of wine please?" Clarke smiled brightly at her.

When Lincoln picked them up from their boat ride to drive them back to the hotel, he reported backed to her about the photographer.

"Are you positive?" Lexa asked him looking with wary eyes.

Clarke was waiting patiently in the car while Lexa talked to Lincoln about this issue.

"Yes. He was just a normal photographer who was just taking a picture of an enchanting couple he saw in the river. He didn't know who you were." He said with certainty. "I had him sign an agreement that he won't be allowed to use any picture and post them publicly and he readily agreed not wanting to cause any problems."

"Just like that? It was that simple?" Lexa asked with a frown of uncertainty.

Lincoln nodded his head in confirmation. "I'm sure. That's why there was any others. He was just a tourist."

"Do you get a name or any contact information from him?" Lexa asked.

"Yes. Of course."

"Call him. Set up a meeting with him. I want to talk to him."

Lincoln frown thinking maybe Lexa didn't believe him or failed to do his job.

"Lexa, I assure you..."

"Make it happen, Lincoln." Lexa cut him off ending their conversation before joining Clarke inside the car.

"I love how courteous you have been all night but you don't have to walk me to my room." Clarke told her as they walked together inside the elevator.

"I want to make sure you got to your room safe."

Clarke rolled her eyes at the lame excuse. "Right. One of the most luxurious hotels in the world can be dangerous."

"Have you seen those action movies? Mission Impossible? Where they were in Dubai?"

"Wow. You went there." Clarke laughed in amusement leaning against the wall.

"I grew up in a hotel all my life. When I was a kid I use to run around and make believe that I was in all sorts of secret intelligence agency type situations."

"That's adorable. Did you imagine any of the guest where some type of evil drug lord or destroyer of the world?"

"You're mocking me."

Clarke laughed out loud of the adorable pout painted on the brunette's face.

"Come here." Clarke's hand reached out to grip Lexa's shirt pulling her closer trapping herself between the wall and the brunette.

"There was an Ice Queen that wanted to control over the world. She kidnapped and tortured..."

"Shut up and kiss already." Clarke whispered her heart hammering against her chest in anticipation, her hand gripping and pulling on Lexa's shirt. She couldn't wait any longer.

Lexa stopped and looked at her with adoring eyes, lifting her hand to gently brush away the bit of blonde locks in her face. She didn't know if the date was going to end with a kiss or not. She was only trying her best to be respectful of Clarke wishes and wait patiently for the blonde to move them to the next step. They couldn't just be friends as their hearts were already heavily invested in one another if they like it or not.

"You are so beautiful, Clarke." Lexa said before leaning in to reintroduce their lips again.

"Clarke!"

Clarke turn her head sharply at the sound of her mother's voice. Lexa and Clarke were so lost in each other that they didn't hear the elevator's door chime open revealing Abby looking at them with a shock expression on her face.

"Mom!"

They all stood awkward as silence descends them for what felt like forever. She should be embarrassed by being caught by her mother but all she could think of was how frustrated that another potential kiss from Lexa was interrupted for the second time tonight.

"Clarke, can you remove your hand from Lexa's butt and come to your room with me. I think we need to have a talk."

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