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Now I had a little trouble with this chapter, took me quite a while to actually complete, I kept having to go back and forth and change bits and delete bits and add bits. But I hope it's okay, so any feedback about this chapter would be appreciated.
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The leadership workshops were held at The University of Bristol. The college put on a minibus when it was revealed a number of people were interesting in attending. Taking her seat somewhere in the middle of the bus, Naomi looked around at the others interested in the workshops. She was surprised to find a good mix of males and females, but was not surprised when she discovered that one of them was James. He was a little late and was the last one to board the bus. He took the seat beside her as it was the only one spare; he smiled at her and she smiled back.
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"Heard you've not been so good,"
"Something like that," she replied, anxiously.
"You looking forward to this leadership thing?" Naomi nodded.
It didn't take long for the minibus to pull up outside the university just in time for the orientation session. Naomi followed James through the crowd of people in the foyer to the main room, where they found two seats not far from the stage. Then a young woman, not much older than them, walked up to the podium and began talking.
"Welcome to the University of Bristol, today you're all here because you've shown an interest in leadership; whether it's political, community based or environmental. Over the course of the day we hope to provide you with some of the skills you will need to set up groups in your schools and colleges to address some of the issues you have an interest in."
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It was raining when Naomi and James arrived back at college. They sheltered under the smoking hut for a while, hoping the rain would ease off before they attempted to leave the college grounds. Naomi lit up a cigarette and smoked it slowly, her body chilled by the icy water being carried on the wind. She turned to James who was staring at her, his eyes moving up and down her body with interest.
"What?" she asked, smiling back.
"Just admiring the view," he informed her, slipping off his coat and wrapping it around her shoulders.
"You don't need to," she chattered, thankful for the extra layer.
"Yes I do."
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They finally braved the rain when there was no sign of it stopping and the sun was beginning to set, sending the streets into partial darkness. He wrapped an arm around her shoulder and led her down the road away from the college. She liked the feel of his body next to hers creating a warmth that made her feel happy inside. The day had been enjoyable and the company just as good. As they arrived on the corner of her street, Naomi let him kiss her again. His lips were soft to touch and the feel of his arms holding her so close made her want to stay like that forever. She missed cuddling, she realised. The last time she had cuddled someone was Emily. They arrived at the lake side the weekend before college started back and they spent a couple of hours arm in arm, just talking. Naomi noted how different it was with someone taller than her, she couldn't decide if it was better or not. James kissed her again, pushing his tongue into her mouth and taking control. His hands travelled down the sides of her hips, he pulled her away from the roadside and against a fence at the end of her road. They were sheltered by some trees and Naomi noticed, sheltered from anyone glancing out of their window. She let him seduce her; let him kiss her neck, let him bite her earlobe and let his hands wander in places she knew she shouldn't. It wasn't that she didn't want to, but the moment he touched her, she felt guilty. There were things she'd done with Emily that she associated with her ex-girlfriend and the thought of him doing them to her made her anxious.
"Shall we go somewhere more comfortable?" he whispered, kissing her neck again as he pushed himself against Naomi, making his excitement obvious.
"No," she replied, before she even had time to think about her answer. She knew it was the right decision, but he frowned at her.
"I thought that's where we were leading, we had a good day."
"I know that, I enjoyed it too," she told him, pulling away from his grasp.
"Then what's the problem? Are you a virgin or something?"
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She didn't like being pressured into something. He wasn't being too full on, but the fact he was put out by the fact she wouldn't let him go all the way left her annoyed. She didn't tell him that though. Instead she shook her head.
"I'm not a virgin. It's not like that,"
"Then what is it like?" he asked, turning around, annoyed.
"I'm just not ready," she assured him. "Not on our first, not even date."
He rolled his eyes and moaned loudly. "Thanks a lot Naomi."
"If that's the way you feel about it, then go home Jay, I'm not just here for your sexual pleasure,"
He looked at her, stared into her deep blue eyes, a smile forming on his lips. She was confused. He seemed so mad that she wanted to wait, then changed his mood so quickly. But his smile was so addictive that she smiled back and kissed him again. Her body ached to be closer to him, her fingers ran through the strands of his hair. But then she pulled away again, still smiling.
"Soon, okay? Just not tonight." He nodded, kissed her forehead and walked away.
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Naomi lay in bed, her mind racing forwards with all the thoughts under the sun. She remembered the day she'd spent with him; attending workshops, kissing James, feeling happy. But then she remembered the few minutes here and there where she'd thought of Emily, then quickly brushed her aside. It wouldn't have been fair on Jay if she'd took the time to focus on all of her thoughts, it wouldn't have been fair on Emily either. But now that she was alone, each moment flooded back. First it was in the morning when she'd spotted Katie walking through the car park, then when they were sat in their workshop and a girl spoke whose voice was deep and sexy like Emily's. They were little things that reminded her instantly of the girl she still loved and they tripped her up at every hurdle.
"I'm doing the right thing," she whispered to the ceiling, but she knew she was just trying to convince herself.
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James was amazing she had doubts about that; they had so much in common and laughed together all too often. But she felt lost without Emily and confused by her feelings. She chose James because she was attracted to him and because she needed to see if there was something more to it. But the moment Emily found out the truth, Naomi's heart sank and she regretted ever thinking about leaving her. But now it was too late and she was stuck with her decision. She liked James, she was physically attracted to him, but deep down she knew that Emily would always be the one she loved.
AN: Thanks for reading and I hope you'll leave a comment! It really is the best thing you can do in return if you've enjoyed the story.
I am not 100% where this story is going to end up, so when you comment this chapter, please say if you want Naomily to end up back together, or if you don't. That way I can see where the majority are wanting the result, doesn't mean I will end the story there, but I really would like to know what you guys think.
Also, any ideas for a third part to the Naomily stories I have posted would be appreciated and may help me to figure out whether Naomily have a happy ending in this one or not.