Bea turned her head towards the sun and closed her eyes. This is so not happening! She felt the warm sunbeams on her face but the heat she felt inside is coming from a totally different source. It is not a shiny planet few million miles away but a cute blue eyed blonde sitting right next to her and that is exactly the problem! Allie is sitting next to her smiling and joking, gossiping with the girls while torturing her on purpose. Softly rubbing her thigh onto Bea's from time to time. Not enough to get noticed but just enough to drive the older woman crazy.
Bea snatched a handful of potato chips from the bag in the middle of the table and tried to focus simply on chewing. Wentworth gossip was not her thing but obviously, her whole crew was into it pretty much as they kept bringing up new and new stories. Bea had no idea how in hell they knew everything about Rachel's husband or Jenny's nephew. When in fact she had no idea who Rachel and Jenny were in the first place. Of course, she knew them after the girls discreetly showed her the small blonde and brunette from H4. Rarely knowing names the top dog knew her flock by faces and she was not interested in gossip. That is why she had Maxine. She knew who did what with whom or why and why not. It was very handy most of the time when handling issues.
Bea felt a bump into her leg again but this time it was more obvious. She turned to look at Allie who was smiling at her brightly her blue eyes shining in the sun.
- What do you say? – she asked but Bea had no idea what she meant. The past five minutes she was lost in her own head.
- About what?
- About making a party when Boomer's brew is ready. – Allie smiled and winked at her.
- Hmm, I'm not the biggest party animal as you all know. – Bea deadpanned making Liz and Maxine chuckle. – But I'm not opposed to it. I think women need letting out some steam.
- Yeah, maybe we could invite other crews too. – Boomer said her eyes shining with excitement. – Damn, I know that in H2 they have two bottles of fine scotch. We should definitely ask them to come!
- Alright, - Bea said looking at the clearly excited faces. – first of all, it won't be in H1. Find a place for it a safe one. Make sure Smiles or another benevolent screw is on duty. And no one can drink herself into oblivion. – she looked at Boomer who murmured few swear words. – No kidding Booms! Plus it can happen just if things are calm so you should try to do it quickly as shit can go wrong in any minute.
- Yeah, Bea is right, we have to be smart about it. – Liz agreed.
- Alright, I get the "be careful" and even "don't get too drunk" part but why can't we do it at H1? It will be hard to find another place. – Boomer whined.
- The no one comes close to H1 rule has no exceptions Booms. – Bea said. – If we let people in for any reason they will take it as an open invitation for next time. We want to keep H1 as safe as possible and that means no visitors or unexpected guests at any time.
- Yeah, we know. Anyone placing their foot in our hallway will get their head smashed into the wall and strangled. – Liz said jokingly. Everyone laughed while the top dog rolled her eyes. She is never going to live this down. Glancing at the young blonde next to her she saw a happy smirk ghosting over her face. Allie licked her lips. She had to turn away from the redhead and count to twenty in order to calm down. She knew that the smile on her face is growing into epic proportions. No one should blame her for it. Thinking about how jealous Bea got because of Jane made her mouth wide with a smile from ear to ear.
- What do you ladies want? – Bea asked as she stood up and looked around. Going away for a few minutes will do her good. Better to escape before the teasing gets worse.
- One more bag of these, please. – Maxine said while folding into a tiny square the empty potato chips bag.
- Peanuts. – Sonia said and the redhead nodded.
- Anything else? - she asked. Everyone just shook their heads and with that, the top dog walked away. Allie couldn't help it and she followed her with her eyes. The blue orbs were glued to the redhead's lean form. Tracing her curves with every step. Allie licked her lips and yelped instantly.
- You are drooling. – Maxine whispered apologetically. Allie rubbed her shin to the other soothingly.
- Thanks. – she looked at the tall brunette sitting across her. – Can't help it.
- I can see that and the whole yard too. – Maxine scolded her playfully. Allie nodded, she knew that but it is insanely hard not to look and if you look then you drool. Simple as that.
- Allie, you are in charge of music, alright? - Boomer asked her and Allie nodded. – Good, I will get the booze and Liz with Sonia will find a place. – Looking at Allie and the way she was looking into the confession stall's direction Boomer slapped her hand on the table as softly as she could still make a loud bang though. – Hey, blondie! Are you sure you can do that?
- Of course, what the hell?! – Allie looked at her startled.
- I'm just worried that your mind is preoccupied now if you know what I mean.
- No worries, I will manage it Booms. – The blonde replied her eyes already fixed again on the redhead. Bea was coming back with her hands full. Strutting across the yard and looking sexy as hell. She was sporting her white shirt and of course the teal sweatpants. Allie tried to avoid her gaze but couldn't. The only thing she could do was stopping herself from licking her lips again. The white shirt hugged the redhead's curves and Allie wanted nothing more than to hug her and snuggle her face into that soft white shirt. Intertwining her fingers and squeezing them tightly she placed her hands in front of herself. Looking at Maxine she bit down on her lips and braced herself for the top dog's arrival. Having a hard time keeping her eyes off the older woman she knew that keeping her hand for herself will be even harder. Her palm was literally aching and itching to touch Bea. She wanted badly to feel her warmth and strength. Allie wanted to slide her hand up over that strong back feeling that white shirt under her palm. Nuzzle her face into Bea's neck. "Geez!" – she growled internally. She couldn't wait for the evening count. They will have to go to dinner and then she can have Bea just for herself. The redhead came closer and stepped over the bench slowly sliding down and taking her previous seat. Allie closed her eyes when she felt their thighs brushing against each other and Bea's arm and shoulder bumping into her softly.
- Here it is, peanuts, potato chips, cookies – She placed them into the middle. – And this is for you. – She whispered handing Allie a chocolate bar. The top dog smiled at her and the young blonde almost leaned in to kiss her. "Fuck!" – she scolded herself. Not trusting her voice she just nodded and smiled back. She will thank her properly later. They were staring into each other eyes and smiling until Maxine said.
- Break it off before one of you gets on fire. You are really not good at being subtle.
- What she said! – Boomer added.
Bea was so happy she couldn't even get mad at them. Plus they were right. If she is serious about this keeping it low thing, they have to be more careful.
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Few minutes before the yard time finished Maxine and Bea left the group. They visited few women, just the casual checking in and making sure that everyone was "happy" and calm. Being a top dog Bea Smith learned that it is much easier to prevent trouble than fighting them. Thankfully it all went well. Nobody complained more than usual so they finished in thirty minutes and now they were walking back to H1.
Maxine went to get Boomer and going for a shower before dinner while Bea checked Allie's cell. The young blonde was not there. No one was in the common area so Bea walked to her cell deciding to just lie down and wait for the rest of her crew to come. She opened the door stepping inside just to see a blonde figure sprawled on her bed. Bea smiled and slowly walked closer and sat down. Allie was in peaceful slumber. Her face was relaxed and beautiful in the soft sunlight coming from the small window. Bea wanted to run her hand over her sides and back feeling the soft material of her white shirt under her hand but she didn't want to wake the blonde so she just sat there and watched her.
It took just ten minutes until Allie stirred and opened her eyes. Lifting them she looked at Bea sleepily.
- I'm sorry. – she mumbled.
- What for?
- For barging again here. You must be tired of finding me in your bed.
Bea slid her hand across the younger woman's hip and took her hand.
- You know that it is not true.
- I don't want you to feel cornered.
- I don't feel cornered.
- It is not exactly like you had a choice.
- What are you talking about?
- You had to bring me here and then you had to protect me and the others because I dragged you into this mess and then I just took over your cell too.
Leaning down Bea kissed her softly. Brushing her lips over Allie's she enjoyed the feeling for long seconds before gently sucking on her bottom lip. Nibbling it before releasing she smiled.
- First of all, - she pulled back squeezing the warm hand in hers. – I could have placed you literally anywhere. But I brought you here because I wanted you here. Second, of all, I like that you took over my cell. I like sharing it with you.
- I know that I have slept here plenty of times but this time it feels different. Before we were just friends and it is alright to fell asleep on your friend's bed. But now it feels like I moved in already.
Bea smiled and shifted slightly turning towards the young blonde.
- I know that it sounds crazy and to be honest I have hard times coming to terms with that too. But you know I have been thinking a lot about this and came to the conclusion that we can't compare this to the outside. This is a different world. – Slowly she moved her hand to cup Allie's cheek. - You can't compare how a blue whale lives with a polar bear. They have different needs and different points of view on life. Do you know what I mean?
Allie nodded and nuzzled into Bea's palm. The redhead smiled and softly rubbed the warm skin with her thumb. - The life we have here the circumstances it is all too different from the outside. I considered sleeping alone for a blessing and I was happy that I don't have to share my bed again with anyone. But then you came along and it changed. Last time when you slept in your cell I couldn't sleep it was a very unusual and bad feeling. I like having you around…
A sudden knock on the door interrupted them.
- Bea! – They heard Maxine calling. – Doctor Westfall told me to let you know that Franky wants from you to call her.
- Thank you! – Bea yelled back.
- Doctor Westfall? Franky? – Allie asked her eyebrows furrowed in confusion.
- They are dating. – Bea said quietly.
- What? Westfall is dating a former inmate?
- Yes, but that is a secret. Nobody knows just Maxine and me not even Liz and especially not Boomer.
- Alright, I get it. – Allie smiled and Bea leaned down to kiss her again.
- I will be back in few. – She said. - Wait for me.
- Of course, I would even if I could get out of here.
- I meant here. – she patted the bed and Allie smirked. She nodded pulling the pillow close and nuzzling into it. Bea smiled and not taking her eyes of the young woman she backed out of the cell.
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Bea almost ran down the hallways. She was in a hurry but had to be careful and not get caught by the guards. The last thing she needed is getting slotted for running. There was a big line at the phones so she cut the line and picked up the phone. Quickly dialing Franky's number she placed the phone to her ear. Usually, she never cut the line but today she was really in a hurry. Not because there were just a few minutes until the count but because she wanted to be back with Allie as soon as possible. It is so crazy that she loved sleeping alone and yet since Allie first time climbed into her bed she was not able sleeping without her. The nights she slept alone after experiencing how blissful and refreshing sleeping with the blonde was she couldn't sleep by herself. She was tossing and turning while her mind was thinking about the young woman.
- Red? – she suddenly heard a voice. – What the hell? Hello! Red, are you alright?
- Yeah, all good, just thinking. How are you?
- I'm good. – she heard from the other side. – What about you?
- All good here, peace for few days. What do you want?
Franky chuckled.
- Just wanted to hear your sexy voice.
- Fuck you, Doyle! What is it?
Another chuckle.
- What Red, do you have somewhere else to be?
Bea rolled her eyes, she actually had but she can't say that to the cheeky woman on the other side of the phone.
- I just wanted to talk as I can't come to visit you this time and it was due.
- That is alright, you don't have to call me for that. You just…
- Hey, listen! – Franky interrupted her. – Before you say something stupid. Those visits mean a lot to me and yes I will call you every time I can't make it.
Bea smiled and knowing there would be no point to fight it, she opted rather leave it.
- How are things with your other half?
- All good. – she heard Franky smiling. – But she is very strict with not telling me anything about what is going on inside hence I have to call you to make sure that you girls are alright.
- No worries, we are all good. You should rather focus on your girlfriend.
- Ah Red, she is getting enough of my attention. Trust me, she is happy and satisfied.
Bea felt as her heart started racing and she blushed. Good thing Franky couldn't see her. They were together just a few days with Allie but Bea slowly started feeling somewhere deep down her mind some annoying dark thing settled down and started to grow. She had no idea why she feels this way about Allie and damn sure she has no idea what it means from the physical point of view.
- Franky, how did you… - "Fuck," she thought. This was a bad idea. Bea bit down on her tongue.
- How did I what?
- Nothing, forget it.
- Oh, come on! What do you want?
- I said nothing, leave it.
- Red there must be something. Is it about that Proctor woman?
- No, it is not about that. Just forget it.
- Are you and the girls safe? Fuck, you made me worried! What is going on Red?
- God Franky, let it be! I shouldn't have said anything. It is not important.
- Alright, I will call Bridget and tell her to go and check on you.
- No for fuck sake! Everything is alright, stop fussing!
Bea got defensive and agitated and that was a clear sign. Franky had a hunch what could have caused this.
- How is Allie? – she asked calmly.
There was dead quiet from the other side. "Hmmm. Again it all ends with Allie." – Franky smirked.
- Red, what is going on?
Bea didn't answer she was silent for good twenty seconds before letting out a defeated sigh.
- I…we… shit, we are together. – she said with a low voice after looking around.
- No way! I knew there was something about her!
- There is. – This time Franky could clearly hear the smile in Bea's voice. – She is weird, cute, kind and soft.
- Soft? Red!
- No! Geezus, Franky! Not that way! I meant as we hug. – Bea looked around once more making sure no one was eavesdropping on her.
- Sure, if you say so. Do you hug a lot?
- Oh for fuck sake!
Franky laughed at the frustration in the other woman's voice.
- What did you want to ask?
And there was the silence again.
- I don't know. I really don't know.
- Do you want me to come in and give you some pointers? This is what you want? A Little lesson on lady love? I can change my schedule and...
- No way! Thanks! This is embarrassing enough. I don't want to talk about it with you.
- Alright, then go and talk with Gidge.
- No, it is all good. This topic is closed.
- Seriously ask Gidge, she is good at it.
- Hanging up!
- I meant at helping! But that too, she is extremely good at it. – Franky laughed. – And it is her job to help.
- See you soon Franky! Be good!
Bea hanged up not waiting for the protests or the further comments. The time was up anyway and plus she really wanted to go back to Allie. They will talk with Franky a lot and surely she will come to visit just so she can tease her face to face. Smiling Bea Smith turned around and with quick steps, she started walking back to H1 to her Allie Novak.