A Simm's Time
Hey everyone thanks for all of the reviews and wonderful comments.
Im glad Reid was liked as a best friend, I always figured if he wasn't interested in the girl like that he'd be hotly evil about it.
So just a heads up I wrote my character (Kals) to seem imperfect and weird, so the shallow moments are there on purpose. I figured no one should be fluffy all the time.
I don't own the Covenant or any of the music lyrics used.
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Please Don't Stop the Music
I so wasn't impressed with my best friend right now. What the hell was he playing at? Everyone already thought we were fooling around (which we're NOT!)
What was he thinking!!
He stared directly at me, his lips curving upwards. Stupid little rat even had that evil glint in his eye you always read about. He wasn't going to win this, he would not win this.
Putting my hands on my hips I just glared. "Thanks but I think I'll pass." Moving to the other side of the table I glared. "Hey Ty,"
Still glaring at Reid, always glaring at Reid. "Mind if I sit with you?"
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The words left my mouth before my brain registered what they meant. Sinking through the floor right now held an almost godly appeal. Though I guess I could settle with hitting my head against the wall since the floor had decided not to do as I wished.
I had so just put him and myself on the spot. If he said no Reid would never let me live it down, not to mention the impending heart break. Of course if he said yes I wasn't sure how well my self restraint would hold. Adverting my glare from Reid I snuck a look at the guy beside me.
Sure enough he looked just as startled, which I guess could be taken as good or bad. Strangely though he looked at Reid first shooting him look before nodding at me. Which was just plain weird because why would guys need to make eye contact about seating arrangements, but of course when I sent Reid a silent "What the hell?"look his grin from before only grew. Maybe I was thinking to much, paranoid delusions about best friends plotting against you seemed kind of delusional.
Sort of.
Pushing his chair back Tyler stared straight ahead his eyes locked with Reid's, his body tense.
Sitting down I could have groaned. His chest was firm, as in I was sitting against muscles, really really nice muscles.
La..lalalala...this has no effect over me...la.lalalalala ...nothing...nothing...muscles...dammit!
Now this was definitely something to watch, Reid thought wickedly. Kal's face was a combination of pure ecstasy and embarrassment and Ty wasn't doing much better. He sat as straight as possible, his hands clenched into the table. Lowering his gaze he stared determinedly at the floor.
He could have watched their awkwardness all night...if not for the hot little number that had just passed their table. Eyes wondering his gaze followed the figure to the pool tables, where she leant, her already short skirt riding higher.
Stretching his legs he stood. "Well ladies," Looking at the whole table, making sure Caleb knew he was included in his grouping. "This has been fun but pool just so happens to be calling my name."
"You were just playing pool." Caleb pointed out, ignoring the barb.
Trying to move as little as possible in Ty's lap I cranked my head towards the pool area.
"Ahh..I see, pool also just so happens to be wearing a red mini."
All of the guys turned and looked, which included the one I was sitting on. Shaking his head Caleb rolled his eyes, "Use protection."
Now it was Reid's turn to roll his eyes, "Yes mommy I'll be good. See ya later Red." Blowing a kiss he headed for the pool table
Used to him ditching me for short skirts I only waved. At least one of us was confident with their flirting techniques. Sure enough I watched long enough to see him lean forward to say something to the girl which resulted in her stepping closer and put her hand on his arm.
Pogue held back a laugh, "Poor girl never stood a chance."
Turning back to the table I replied dryly, "It just wouldn't be a Friday night if an out of town girl didn't fall for one of Reid's lines."
The next 20 minutes or so were just spent talking about school and what not. I wish I could say I had joined in the conversation but the most I had managed to do was concentrate on how Tyler smelled behind me. Seriously there just something about him that made me lose it. Hehehehhe dirty mental image at that. Daydreaming was fun when you were currently sitting on the lap of one of the top swimmers in the area.
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Now that don't kill me
Can only make me stronger
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"Ahhh!" Sarah squealed grabbing Caleb's arm. "I love this song." Standing up she started to dance holding onto his arm and pulling him to the dance floor.
Smiling Kate shot Pogue a look before silently heading for the dance floor, Pogue following immediately.
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I need you to hurry up now
'Cause I can't wait much longer
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Suddenly extremely awkward about sitting in Tyler's lap I went to stand up. "Lovely friends we have, all ditching us."
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I know I got to be right now
'Cause I can't get much wronger
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He said nothing watching my face quietly. Suddenly his arm shot out grabbing my thigh, stopping my escape.
It burned, I could feel every slope of his hand against my leg, his skin rough against my smooth skin. Thank god Reid had bullied me into wearing shorts. At that very second I would have done anything Tyler asked.
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Man, I been waitin' all night now,
That's how long I've been on ya.
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Silently we sat there in a crowded bar his hand still on me. I almost jerked at the hesitant squeeze of his hand before he tentatively ran it down my leg. Thank god I had shaved, again Reid's doing. I was starting to see a disturbing pattern about my best friend's influence on me, thankfully my brain wasn't really allowing me to dwell on it.
As if suddenly realizing his hand was moving he backed off, letting his arm drop to his side. Disappointment flooded me, my body suddenly seemed cold, I felt empty.
Sighing almost dejectedly Tyler looked angrily at the table. Running a hand through his hair roughly he refused to look at me.
Taking this as a bad sign I stood up, staying beside him,"Hey Ty what's wrong?" Oh no was he mad at me? Could I get in trouble for liking it when he held me close?
"Nothing Kal," Shaking his head he glanced up before returning to stare a hole into the floor.
"Nothing."
Nibbling my lip I said nothing. This wasn't like him at all. Tyler was the one person I could rely on to be the same no matter what. When Reid did something stupid it would be him to bail him out or defend him against Caleb. When my first and only boyfriend broke up with me after only a week in grade nine it had been him to show up and rub my back as I cried. He was my constant and right now he seemed more unsure then ever before.
"Ty?" I asked quietly.
His fists tightened in response to my voice. Looking up he stared at me, his eyes roaming over my face. As suddenly as the storm had come it passed, his features losing their seriousness. The lost look in his eyes faded replaced with his usual light and something more.
He smiled devilishly. "Wanna dance?" His voice deeper then usual. The look he had on his face left no room to say no.
Grinning like a fool and feeling lighter then air, I clasped his arm in mine dragging him towards the dance floor. Pushing through we stopped in the middle of the floor, making our own space.
The song was just ending and the next was slower.
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And I'd give up forever to touch you
Cause I know that you feel me somehow
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Smiling I stepped closer to him winding my arms around his neck. After a second of hesitation he moved even closer his arms latching around my waist.
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You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be
And I don't want to go home right now
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We were the only people in the room at that moment that mattered. I leant my head against his chest, the sound of his heart faint through the sound of the music.
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And all I can taste is this moment
And all I can breathe is your life
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Resting his chin on my head, his body cocooned mine. Almost instinctively I snuggled closer. My eyes shut in content.
The rest of the song passed in what seemed like seconds. The last words filtered through overhead before dying off quietly. Quietly Tyler took a step back, his arms dropping away from my body.
Through the speakers the next song started, this one faster.
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I ain't got no money
I ain't got no car to take you on a date
I can't even buy you flowers
But together we be the perfect soulmates
Talk to me girl
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The people around us started to move once again, the beat of the music capturing the crowd. Grabbing his arm before he could disappear I smiled at his look of confusion.
I had to yell over the music for him to understand. "One more song."
Shaking his head he smiled shyly. Bending he stopped beside me ear. "I can't dance to this."
Now it was my turn to smile. Reverting to the shy boy he was looking for a way to escape from what was happening. I'd never get another chance like this, there was no way I was backing off. Besides this was my comfort zone, no matter how much of a klutz I usually was it disappeared when I danced.
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Oh Baby, it's alright now, you ain't gotta flaunt for me
If we go and touch, you can still touch my love, it's free
We can work without the perks just you and me
Thug it out 'til we get it right
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Twisting my hips to the beat I held onto his arm, my body moving on its own. Grinning I winked once before moving closer, my body moving against his with every switch of direction.
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Baby if you strip, you can get a tip
'Cause I like you just the way you are
(I'm about to strip and I want it quick
Can you handle me the way I are?)
I don't need the cheese or the car keys
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He tugged his body out of my grasp, I was sure he was going to run. Surprising me his arms came around my hips bringing me closer.
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Boy I like you just the way you are
Let me see ya strip, you can get a tip
'Cause I like, I like, I like...
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He had lied about not being able to dance.
My arms wound around his neck, our bodies fitting together perfectly. Stepping in between my legs he moved me against him, the song forgotten. His breath brushed against my neck in a way that brought chills. Confidently our bodies met again and again, this wasn't about dancing anymore.
This was my favorite side of Tyler. The strong, passionate and oh so sure Tyler. He moved one way and I moved matching him. Here there was no Covenant or naughty best friends, it was just me and him. Guiding my hips we grinded together, the air between us hot and threatening to erupt.
Slowly though, the sounds of Nicky's filtered through. The song had already finished and another slow song was already playing. Slowing my mind started to function again and with it came the reality that
1) Friends probably didn't dance like that
2) At this moment I really didn't care
And
3) I was screwed.
"Hey." He said softly, his hands still wrapped around me.
"Hey." I replied a little unsure of what happened now. Sure we'd danced before and I'd always teased him but this was the first time he'd actually responded.
Success was some what daunting.
Tugging my arm he pointed through the crowd towards the door. "Looks like Pogue and Kate are leaving."
Sure enough there they were by the door, huddled together and whispering. If he wanted to ignore what had just happened for now I wouldn't fight it. Shrugging I started towards them, my hand in his. Pulling him along I growled as some idiot bumped into me sending me sideways.
"Careful." He warned lightly, his mood calmer.
Moving forward he took the lead careful to keep me close and protected. Rolling my eyes I said nothing, I was used to this. No matter where we were it seemed like someone was always saving me from the crowds. Stupid shortness issue, oh well at least we could act normal around each other after that.
"Hey man," Pogue greeted nodding towards Tyler.
Nodding back he finally let go of my hand, something Kate seemed to pick up on quickly. Our eyes met for only a second but I knew this was all going o blow up in my face. Turning she ran her hand up Pogue's arm.
"Hey baby," Did she have to make her voice sound so breathless? Why couldn't I do that? "I have to use the washroom before we leave."
So you know how normally when the girl says this they usually subtly signal the other girl to follow them? Yeah this wasn't really one of those times, instead I got this evil little smile before she physically dragged me towards the washrooms. I'd like to say I put my foot down and managed to escape the upcoming awkward conversation. But sadly I did stop walking which resulted in me literally being dragged across the floor. I did however manage to look over my shoulder, a look of distress clearly evident on my face. Of course both of the guys had this stupid grin on their faces. Apparently watching the smaller girl fight to escape girlie time was funny.
Kate pushed open the door to the bathroom and dragged me in before finally letting go of my arm.
"Oh My GOD!" She squealed.
I think my eye twitched. Ok I could do this, I mean what did girls usually want to talk about after emitting a horrifying noise.
Boys
"That dance looked pretty incredible out there." She started, her smile pure evil.
"Errr..." Was I supposed to agree or just deny.
She hit my arm. "Hey!" Rubbing my shoulder and glaring slightly "What was that for?"
"You were dancing with Tyler." She pointed out.
"Okay," No point denying that. "So why'd you hit me again?"
She looked ready to hit me again. Strange considering I always figured Kate to be all anti-violence. I mean who would actually fight their own battles when your boyfriend (who wore wife beaters!) was ripped and willing to defend.
"You were dancing with Tyler, as in Reid's best friend."
...I don't get it, though I admit I was slightly insulted. I was his best friend to!
"And I mean really dancing, wow I didn't think you guys could get any closer."
My cheeks flamed, another not so great thing about redheads.
"It was hot." She finally finished.
It was, I couldn't help but agree. I knew what I was going to be dreaming about from here on out.
"Kaille!" Heeheee, oops what was she saying?
"He's Reid's best friend."
"And Reid's my best friend."
"How could you do that to both of them?"
"What?"
What!
Grabbing her arms I shook her as hard as I could. That always sounds more dramatic then it really is, especially when the other person has atleast 6 inches on you.
"Kate!"
Silence, phew deep cleansing breath.
"You gotta listen," I had her full attention. "Reid and I are friends, only friends."
"But.."
"I know it sometimes seems like more but it isn't we're just having fun." On second thoughts, "Just friendly non physical fun."
She was quiet for a moment thinking over what I said. Breaking out in a smile she grabbed my hands and started laughing. Which lead to me believing she was an alien.
"This is perfect, you guys are so cute together. I knew it!"
"What!"
Rolling her eyes she waved her hands totally ignoring my out burst. "You and Tyler of course."
That shut me up.
"You should have seen the way you two were dancing. And the way he was staring at you, Wow."
I think my heart skipped a beat at that. "How was he looking at me?" Please, please, pretty please.
"It was intense, I don't think he blinked the whole time you two were dancing." Her voice got quieter. "He watched you as if he wold never get enough of you. Every move you made he saw and responded to as if it was all he would ever get."
Wow, I swallowed quickly it like she was describing my favorite dream. If it were true, if what she was saying was true then maybe there was a chance for us after all. I wasn't sure if I could trust this new feeling or not, I cared to much already to ruin what we had by wanting more. Above anything he mattered and if I had this all wrong he could get hurt.
"Who else saw us dancing?"
"No one, I was headed to the bar with Pogue when I saw you two through the crowds of people. It was like only for a second before you were hidden again."
The relief I felt was huge. "Kate you have to promise me you won't tell anyone."
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Ooooh almost a cliffie.
So there's chapter 2, pls let me know what you think. I need to know how to handle the next chapter.
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