AN: There is an "intimate moment" between Riley and Lucas in this chapter. It's nothing crazy, but I just thought I should give a heads up! Enjoy :)
Monday night Football game
Riley POV
Time is running out and my heart is beating so fast, I almost want to close my eyes because the anticipation is killing me! Ten seconds left, Lucas has the ball and he's running, I hope he makes it, I think he is going to make it! His cleats cross the line and… TOUCHDOWN! He did it, he scored the winning touchdown! I jump up and start screaming, I am so proud of him.
" Riley, calm down! If people see, they are going to think we actually enjoy being here!" Maya says
" I do enjoy being here, I love watching Lucas play! He's so good!" I say still filled with excitement.
" Yeah, I know! When I said we, I really meant me." She says and I roll my eyes at her.
" Come on, let's go congratulate him!" I say as I grab Maya's hand and drag her down the bleachers before she has the chance to protest. Lucas sees me and waves me over. I jump into his arms and he spins me around before setting me on the ground. I am probably covered in his sweat but right now I don't care.
" Lucas, you were amazing out there!" I point out with excitement
" Thanks, Riles! I'm so glad you were able to make it." Lucas says
" I wouldn't miss it." I say and we exchange smiles
" What about you, Maya? What did you think?" Lucas asks Maya
" Not much, I'm just here because Riley promised to buy me a pretzel." Maya says smirking at Lucas
" Why doesn't that surprise me?" Lucas says while laughing
" Anyway, do you want to go with us to the bakery? I'll treat you to a victory cupcake?" I ask hopefully
" I'm sorry, Babe, I can't, I promised Matt and some of the other guys we would grab pizza after the game." Lucas says with a sad smile.
"Oh, don't even worry about it, have fun with the guys." I say and I honestly mean it.
" Alright, I'll text you when I get home." He promises
" Sounds good." I say with a smile. He smiles back at me and kisses my cheek before he joins Matt and Drew. As Maya and I walk away, Matt and I lock eyes. I am about to wave when he shoots me a dirty smirk.
"Whoa, what is that dude's problem? Is his jock strap bunching or something?" Maya asks making me laugh
" No, he's a friend of Lucas and he doesn't like me much." I say honestly knowing its true
"What the hell, why not?" Maya says working herself up
" Well at first, I thought it was because I don't come to practices, but now I think its because I'm dating Lucas and he is against any of the team members being "tied down"" I explain, adding air quotes
" Is he serious? Those are terrible reasons to not like someone. If he were really a good teammate, he would let them live their own lives! Not every guy wants to be a douche bag. I hate guys like that!" Maya says fuming
" I'm not going to let it bother me, I know how Lucas feels about me and I'm not going to let him intimidate me." I say
" That's the spirit, Riles! You are such a trailblazer. Plus if he messes with you, he will have to deal with me. Trust me, he wont like that." Maya says while linking her arm with mine. I smile and nod in agreement as we head towards the bakery.
Lunch
Lucas POV
Last night the guys and I had a blast! I wish that some of my friends on the team had girlfriends, so I could have brought Riley. Riley is amazing, they would see that if they spent time with her. I have been getting a lot of attention all day. So many people have come up to me and told me how great I played last night, most of them I don't know, and most of them are girls. Matt warned me that I would be getting a lot of attention from the "football groupies". I guess there is a group of girls that go to all the games in hopes of hooking up with a football player. Matt thinks it's awesome and that I should take advantage of the opportunity, but all I really want is for him to leave the subject alone. I have a girlfriend; I wish he would just deal with it and stay out of my damn business. If I were single it would be a different story, because the attention is flattering, but I love Riley and I can't see that changing anytime soon. Speaking of groupies, three girls I recognize I from last night sit across from me in the seats I am currently saving for my friends. I wonder how I can say go away in a nice way.
" Hey Lucas, we didn't realize you were in this lunch period." The red headed one says, while leaning towards me, most likely to emphasize her boobs that are practically popping out of her shirt.
" You know what they say, you learn something new everyday." I say hoping I don't sound as annoyed as I feel.
" You're so funny, Lucas!" The platinum blonde says and they all laugh.
" Oh, thanks, actually I usually save these spots for my friends." I point out
" Its not a problem, I'm sure they won't mind sitting somewhere else." The strawberry blonde points out oblivious to my obvious hint.
" Uhh, actually-" I start to say but am I cut of by Riley and Maya walking up the table.
" What's going on over here, Lucas?" Maya asks, using my real name, which she never does, this can't be good. Riley looks confused, I need to fix this before they think something is actually going on here, but of course I am cut off by the annoying persistent, strawberry blonde at the table.
" Aw, looks like there is only room for one of you, you better run along little girls." Says the strawberry blonde with a fake pout. At this point Maya is fuming and Riley is searching my face for answers.
"Aw, Lucas, looks like you have to pick between these two groupies." The blonde points out and they all laugh. This has gone on long enough and I know just what to do to get these rude girls to go away.
" You think we're the groupies?! I'll-" Maya starts to say but I cut her off.
"I'll handle this Maya, I know what to do. Maya, go ahead and take a seat." I say, the rude girls start to giggle, unaware that the best is yet to come.
"Aw, so harsh, but kind of sexy." The red head points out while winking in my direction.
"Riley can sit with me." I say. I reach for her hand and start to pull her on my lap, Riley smiles at me.
" Wait, what?" The blonde says clearly confused at the turn of events.
" Thanks girls! You gave me the perfect excuse for my gorgeous girlfriend to sit on my lap." I say and then I pull Riley in for a long, sweet kiss. While I'm kissing her I faintly hear some ews, grosses, and people getting up from the table.
"You know, normally I'd be completely grossed out by your adorableness but today I'm too proud to care! Did you see the looks on their faces? Priceless! Well played, cowboy!" Maya says beaming because of the events that just took place. At that moment, Farkle comes running to the table, out of breath.
" Farkle, we have to tell you about what just happened! These girls- " Maya starts to tell the story of what just happened when Farkle interrupts her.
" Not now Maya, I have to ask Lucas something before Smackle gets here!" Farkle practically screams at her
"Whats up, bro?" I ask
" Friday night, What's going on?" He asks me.
" I'm going to see the new Marvel movie with Riley." I explain
"Great! I need you to go out with me on Friday!" Farkle practically yells, confusing us all.
"Uhh, what?" I ask trying to make sense of the situation.
" Sorry, when I'm in a hurry, I forget words, I need a double date on Friday, its Smackle's and my first date and were both nervous, but if it's a double date I think It will ease the mood. You in?" Farkle asks and I know he is really counting on us saying yes.
"Absolutely dude, were here for you! As long as its okay with Riley?" I say glancing in Riley's direction.
"Of course, it sounds fun." She says
"Great, I'll let smackle know the plan!" Farkle says and he looks really happy.
"Wait a minute! Ranger Rick never lets me crash your dates! This isn't fair, why does Farkle get to?" Maya chimes in
"Well this is a double date, it's an exception!" I explain
" Exception, my ass!" Maya fires back
" Do you want to come on the double date with us?" Riley asks calmly
" Hell no, double dates are gross!" Maya exclaims
"Well that settles that then." I say ending the conversation just as Smackle joins us at our lunch table. Maya and Riley start talking about this weird show they like called red planet diaries. I have watched it with Riley before but she sensed it wasn't my thing, so now its Maya and Riley's constant excuse to have a girls night.
"Wait, are you talking about red planet diaries?" Smackle asks Riley and Maya
" Yes, do you watch it?" Maya asks in return
"Yes! I love that show, I know its weird, but alien drama is surprisingly addicting!" Smackle says
"Maya and I never miss an episode, were counting down the days until season three premieres!" Riley almost yells in excitement.
"Me too! Five days!" Smackle exclaims
" Light Bulb! Why don't you come over Saturday and we will have a red planet diaries marathon and a girls night, you can spend the night and everything, it will be so much fun, you in?" Riley asks beaming with excitement
" Yes, I'd really like that!" Smackle says while smiling at Riley
"Awesome, Maya?" Riley asks Maya if she is in
" How could I say no to you and red planet diaries, I'm in!" Maya says
"Perfect! We didn't have any plans that I'm overlooking right, Lucas?" Riley asks me
"No. nothing confirmed, but now I don't have an excuse to get out of this party Matt wants me to go to." I say
"Oh boo hoo, Sundance has to go to a party, I'm sure you are dying inside." Maya says mocking me. I shoot her a dirty look.
"I'm sure you'll have fun Lucas, maybe that will get your team off your back for not spending time with them." Riley says and I know it's her way of reassuring me that she's okay with me going to a party without her. Have I mentioned yet that I love this girl?
"Thanks, Riles. You're right!" I say. The bell rings and we all head to class, hoping the next two days will fly by so we can enjoy the weekend.
Friday afternoon
Friar house
Riley POV
Lucas and I are sitting on his bedroom floor doing homework. We figured we'd hang out before the movie with Farkle and Smackle. Lucas's mom walks in the room all dressed up ready to go and I wonder where she is going so dressed up, at 4:15 in the afternoon.
"Alright, Lucas I have to meet Cindy for that shopping trip I promised her and then, your father and I are going to grab dinner, we should be back before your movie ends! It was nice to see you, Riley, as always, you need to come over more often." Mrs. Friar explains her evening plans and leans over to kiss Lucas on the cheek as she heads towards the door.
"Thanks, Mrs. Friar. Have fun shopping!" I say and she smiles at me
"Wait, you trust us, alone?" Lucas asks
" I trust Riley." She says while shooting him a look
"Ouch, Mom! Have a good time, I'll see you later." Lucas says and Mrs. Friar walks out the door. Lucas gets up and walks to the window, he stays there until he sees his mom's car drive away. He walks back towards me and sits next to me, far closer than he had five minutes ago. I look up at him and he smirks at me. My heart starts to pound with excitement.
"So, we don't have to leave for the movie until 5:45, and our homework is practically done, how will we spend all this free time, I wonder?" He says as he leans in close to me. God, he is so good looking.
"Hmm, that's a puzzle, we could make out." I suggest, confidently.
"We've done that before." He points out
"So, you don't want to make out with me?" I ask dramatically
"I always want to make out with you." He says in a low voice and it makes me weak.
"Likewise" I simply say. He looks at me and I know there is more he wants to say.
" What I mean is that I love making out with you, but we have been together for a while now and maybe we can go beyond that. We could do more." Lucas's face is bright red; I have never seen him so nervous to ask me something. He is not making much sense, but I think I get what he means.
"What do you mean by more?" I ask out of curiosity
" I shouldn't have brought it up, I'm so sorry! If you aren't ready to go further that's fine with me, I can wait, I will wait. I'm sorry I said anything." Lucas says, clearly so flustered he didn't even answer my question. He is so adorable and I think this is the perfect moment to tell him how I feel about the whole "more" situation. I take Lucas's face in my hands.
"Lucas, relax. I want do more, too. I'm ready to do more." I say honestly. I am so nervous but so excited to explore more of our relationship. Lucas's face lights up.
"You are, like what?" He asks. I feel like we are never going to get through this conversation if someone doesn't just step up and say what needs to be said.
"I know this is an awkward conversation for us to have, but its necessary." I say, starting the much needed awkward conversation.
"I agree, we need to draw a line for ourselves and agree to not cross it, well I mean until we decide we are ready." He says and I know this is not an easy conversation for him to have but he's having it with me, which makes him wonderful.
"That a great plan." I say, agreeing with him, maybe we are getting somewhere.
"Okay, so?" He says, looking at me. What am I suppose to say? This is all so brand new, how do people have these conversations? Do people even have these conversations? Urgh, I don't know. Talk, Riley, talk!
"Yeah" I say, maybe were not getting anywhere
"So, where are we drawing the line?" He asks me. Whoa, he wants me to decide?!
"You want me to decide?" I ask, voicing my thoughts.
"Yeah, I'm nervous." He says blushing. He is so cute.
"So am I." I admit
"Okay, were both nervous, understandable. We need to set some boundaries, just say the first thing that comes to mind, it's just you and me here." He says and takes my hand. Just say what's on my mind, I can do that with him.
"Alright, clothes stay on." I say
"Okay, fair enough." He says and I am relieved that we are on the same page. This gives me the courage to say what I want.
"Except your shirt." I say. Lucas looks a little shocked; I can tell he wasn't expecting this out of me.
"Okay, not fair!" He says dramatically.
"What?! I like looking at you shirtless." I admit to him and I really, really mean it.
"Well, I like looking at you shirtless, too!" He says almost whining
" You've never seen me shirtless." I point out
"So? I know I would like it." He admits. He has a valid point there.
"Okay, fine. I'll compromise with you." I say
"Really?!" He says and he is way too excited.
"Yes, two buttons." I say, meaning I'll allow him to unbutton 2 buttons on my blouse.
"Four" he shots back at me. Really? He's trying to bargain with me? I guess I can admire that.
"Three, and that's my final offer." I state
"I'll take it!" He says clearly satisfied with is victory.
"Okay, great! I'm glad we had this talk." I state honestly, but unsure of what is going to happen next. My stomach starts to churn in anticipation.
"Me too!" So should I take my shirt off?" Lucas says snapping me back into reality; I wasn't expecting him to say that.
"Let's start with kissing and just see what happens." I suggest. I really don't think normal people talk about this stuff. I'm glad we are not normal.
"Works for-" Lucas starts to say but I cut him off with my lips. We stay in an upright position for several minutes before I decide to get a little adventurous. I lean forward, hoping he gets the hint and he does. He lies on his back, taking me with him. We continue to kiss blissfully for a while when I feel Lucas getting adventurous as well, I feel his hand slide down to my butt. He flips us over so he is laying on top of me now. He breaks the kiss. I almost whine until I see Lucas take his shirt off and before I can even blink, his lips are crashing against mine. The kiss is messy, sloppy, and beautiful. His hands are everywhere and so are our tongues. I run my hands over his defined chest. I love touching his skin. After what feels like hours, long amazing hours, he breaks the kiss. He kisses my forehead, then my cheek, my nose, and starts kissing down my face until he reaches my neck. His lips and tongue are all over my neck and it feels absolutely amazing, but I can't help but wonder out loud what he's doing.
"Are you giving me a hickey?" I ask and I immediately wonder why I did.
"Do you want me to stop?" He asks and I know he is concerned.
"No! I was just thinking out loud, please continue." I say, hoping he does.
"Out of curiosity, when should we stop?" He asks
"Umm, I don't know, we should set an alarm." I suggest
"Isn't that kind of weird?" He asks while laughing
"Hello, have you met me? I'm super weird!" I admit. Lucas reaches for his phone to set an alarm
"True, okay I set the alarm for 5:23." He states and puts his phone back down
"Isn't that kind of a weird time? I ask, mocking him
" What can I say? You've rubbed off on me." Lucas says with a wink
"Gross!" I barely manage to say before his lips connect with my neck again. He places open mouth kisses all over my neck. His lips keep traveling further and further down my neck. I feel his hands reach my shirt and he starts to unbutton the three buttons he was promised. His hands rest on top of my breasts. This is the furthest we have ever gotten and I'm so glad I'm reaching this step with him, someone I really love. He is making me crazy, I didn't know it was possible to feel this way? I don't want it to stop. Lucas's lips reach inside of my shirt and he kisses the top of my breasts. I run my hands up and down his back and I squeeze his butt, I can feel him smirking and then the damn alarm goes off.
"Five more minutes!" Lucas pleas and attempts to go back to kissing me, but I sit up knowing these blissful moments have to end…for now.
" If we start that now, we will never make the movie." I point out
" I like that plan." He says, smirking at me
"We made a promise to Farkle." I say
"Oh yeah, that." He says. He sighs and stands up. He helps me up before putting his shirt back on. I walk over to the mirror to straighten up. When I spot a huge hickey on the left side of my neck.
"Oh, god! That's huge!" I yell at Lucas. He walks over to me and wraps his arms around my waist, admiring his work.
"You're welcome." He says, teasing me
"Oh, yes. Thank you very much." I say, making him laugh
" Just cover it up with your hair." He suggests logically. I try to do what he suggests by putting my long brown hair into a side ponytail.
"Do I look decent?" I ask Lucas
"You always look beautiful." He responds. I'm so glad he feels that way, even though he shows it, its still nice to hear it every once and a while. I have never felt closer to him.
"What I mean is do I look like I just fooled around?" I ask, hoping for an honest answer.
"No, you look innocent as ever." He says with a smirk.
"Shut up!" I say and stick my tongue out at him. He laughs
"But, seriously, that was amazing." He says making me blush
"I thought so, too." I say and I really mean it. Maybe I'm not supposed to admit this, but I can't wait until we get to fool around again.
"Good." Lucas says and then he grabs my hand and we head out the door towards the subway hand and hand. We walk in comfortable silence for a few minutes before Lucas says what we are both thinking.
"So, can we do that again soon?" He asks and I can't help but notice that his cheeks are slightly pink.
"We better." I state bravely.
"I love you." Lucas says. Every time he says I love you, I feel a chill go down my spine.
" I love you, too Lucas. I'm so glad that all my firsts have been with you." I say
" I wouldn't have it any other way. I hope all of our firsts will be together, if you know what I mean. I mean when we are ready, of course." He says nervously
"I feel the same way, we do have a pact." I say, bringing up the pact we made last year during the sex education class.
"And honor it, we shall, my lady!" Lucas says dramatically and kisses my hand for extra effect. He always makes me smile. We reach the subway station, where Farkle and Smackle are waiting for us. They are holding hands and they just look so good together.
"Hey, guys!" Farkle says quickly, clearly excited.
"Hey Farkle, Hey Is!" I say and Lucas nods his head and waves with his free hand.
"This movie looks awesome." I faintly hear Farkle say as him and Lucas talk while we board the subway.
"So what have you guys been up to?" Iz asks me and I instantly smile thinking about the last few hours for the hundredth time in 15 minutes.
" Oh, you know, nothing really, we got some homework done, watched tv, the usual." I say nonchalantly
"Oh, gee, doesn't that sound exciting." Farkle says sarcastically
"That's us, super fun couple!" I say playing along. Lucas winks at me, little do they know, we really are.