Disclaimer: Lost Girl belongs to Showcase or SYFY and I am only playing in their universe.
A/N: You guys are the greatest bunch of reviewers. You have me a bit nervous to publish this chapter. Your comments were pretty funny, looks like we all had the same idea for Lauren's outfit. Hope you enjoy it. Let's go dancing….
As Trick's limo pulled up outside Carpe Noctem, Vex's night club and the location of the official La Shoshain celebration, he wondered for the hundredth time why he had agreed to this. His worries of no one showing up were unfounded. This was the hottest fae ticket in town. The line to get in was around the block. Trick looked across at his body guards for the evening. "You know the rules. There cannot be any trouble in the club tonight. Do not do anything to embarrass me or the light fae." Stella reached out patted his leg. Trick looked at his lovely date and then rolled his eyes. "What am I talking about embarrassment? I am sitting here looking like I'm going to a BDSM convention." Dyson and Hale had to fight not to laugh as Trick shifted slightly and grabbed to give his leather pants a tug.
"You should have never told Vex that you didn't own any appropriate leather." Dyson was openly laughing now.
"How was I to know he would send me an outfit? It would be an insult if I didn't accept his kind gesture." said an exasperated Ash. "Get out already and let's get this over with."
Hale was the first out of the car and Dyson followed. They were more for show than anything else but they were an intimidating looking pair. Kenzi had done herself proud picking their outfits, the sleek black leather pants sitting low on the hips to show the two of best sets of abs in the city. Trick and Stella were next out of the car, as Trick walked he clinked with the number of chains and metal studs that adorned his person.
"Sharp looking outfit Ash of the Light," Vex called as he waited at the door. To Trick's dismay Vex had on the exact same outfit. The Morrigan looked legitimately pleased that Trick was wearing his gift. "We are going to be the talk of the evening." Stella placed her hand on Trick's shoulder to keep him from saying very inappropriate things. Tamsin join Vex to welcome the first couple of the light. She looked both powerful and beautiful, her worn black leather jacket over a blood red silk top and low cut leather pants looked to be less of a costume and more of a go to outfit for a special evening. Her hair was down and she was the perfect match to Vex's goth black and silver.
Vex led the way, arm and arm, walking between Stella and Trick. He proudly pointed out the various parts of his club. Tamsin joined Hale and Dyson. The sexy valkyrie spoke in a low voice, "Okay so Trick told us just enough to keep tonight's little caper fae legal. We are looking to take this Wanderer down ourselves." She directed the men through the crowd as she continued, "Bo and her father are already here. He tried to place his group in the back but we had the VIP section moved up front, right off the dance floor as Trick requested. Its right below the head table area. We should have a good view of his table all night." She nodded to some of the fae they were passing, she flashed them a beautiful cold smile.
Tamsin refocused her attention on Hale and Dyson, "I didn't trust the Wanderer when I took the job to bring Bo to him. I sure as hell don't trust him now. When I moved through my lifecycle, my ties to him were broken. He has no hold over me. I will help you if I can, but I have to watch out for Vex tonight. Rumor has it the Wanderer is after the job of Morrigan and Vex is not the most politically savvy individual. I have to keep him from doing something to break any fae laws and getting himself killed. She faced the two men and gave them a hard look, with a harsh sound to her voice she said, "Vex and I both owe Bo. When the time comes for your little plan to roll we will do our part and then join in on the fight."
The group reached the head table and Tamsin release the men's arms. She kissed Hale on the cheek and turned to Dyson, as she leaned in she kissed him lightly on the lips and then whispered, "I don't know the whole plan for tonight but Bo is the key to this guy's power. Get her away from him if you can."
"Hey!" yelled Vex from the far end of the table, "No nibbling on the help Pumpkin." Tamsin rolled her eyes and then moved to Vex's side.
It was nothing for Lauren to reach the window that Kenzi had pointed out, even with Kenzi clinging to her back, arms tight around her neck. The second story room was one of the private rooms that Vex's customers used for interactions that required more privacy than a dance floor could provide. The goth had once shared with Kenzi how the window was always left open for quick getaways. Once they made it into the room beyond the window, Lauren shifted back to her human form and caught a look at herself in the mirror, "I should have dropped you on the way up for making me wear this outfit."
Kenzi gave the doctor a stern look, "I will have you know that this Catwoman outfit was custom designed by me. I had to call in some big favors for this. Boy were they surprised, most of them thought I was dead." Kenzi circled Lauren as if explaining a work of art, "Mixing various movie and television renditions of the famous feline, your costume is made with the Halle Berry style bra top with belts across the bare midriff to Anne Hathaway style pants, belt slung low with killer boots, and is topped off with Julie Newmar style ears and mask. The leather is soft and a dark brown not black." Lauren rolled her eyes and laughed. Kenzi grinned totally satisfied with her creation.
On a roll Kenzi continued, "I, on the other hand, am wearing a backless number with insanely tight leather pants and ridiculously cool thigh boots. I've got a druid's spell shielding my tattoo so others can look but not really see all my secrets. The whole outfit allows no one to discover my secret identity of Superdruid." Kenzi smirked and held a thick strap of black leather to her face, "All of this topped off with a matching leather mask with faux diamonds."
Lauren gave a golf clap of acknowledgement and thanked Kenzi for all her hard work but still looked doubtful, Kenzi sighed, "Doc, you have no idea how hot you look and this is a straight girl talking here." Kenzi grabbed Lauren's hand and directed her to the door. "Just try to be sexy okay. Go stir up that succubus Hotpants." She slapped Lauren's butt as she pushed her towards that hall.
Right as the women were almost out the door, Lauren turned and grabbed Kenzi's wrist. The taller woman pushed the little druid up against the door frame. Lauren let her eyes flash blue and said with a low growl to her voice, "You see," she ran a finger down the side of the Kenzi's face slowly. "I don't think you know how good you look either." Kenzi froze, eyes going wide. Lauren tilted her head and leaned in close, her lips just about brushing the lips of the other woman, "What cat got your tongue?" she purred again and then said, "Sexy enough for you?" Then Lauren couldn't stop her laughter. She let Kenzi go and moved down the hall.
"Oh that was so not funny Doc." sputtered Kenzi. "That was payback for the costume right, nothing else right?" Kenzi was flustered and red, "I….. that really was not funny." Lauren was still laughing as the girl ran to catch up.
The two women entered the main area of the club, masks secure. There were so many costumes, most sporting some type of mask, that no one gave them a second look. Moving to the bar, Kenzi and Lauren picked up drinks and then located Dyson and Hale. They were still at Trick's side in the balcony area that looked over the whole place. Kenzi grabbed Lauren's hand and moved them on to the dance floor. The music was an interesting mix of Vex's regular electronica. The set being played had great beats and a fast rhythm which made it easy for the women to blend and move through the crowd.
Lauren was pleased to find that getting in touch with her feline side had done wonders for her dancing skills, but she was still way behind Kenzi as the girl dazzled on the dance floor. It made it easy for Dyson and Hale to spot them. The two men adjusted their position on the balcony and Dyson nodded to the dance floor as Kenzi blew him a kiss. The wolf laughed as he casually pointed down and to the side. Right below Hales position was the VIP area. The Wanderer and his entourage were just off the dance floor.
It was most impressive how the wanderer presented himself. He had two sets of large mean looking redcap body guards. A striking witch and warlock couple sat close as his guests. Members of the dark fae were stopping by to pay their respects. Lauren frowned as she watched them hover around him like he was holding court. The man was still full of that confidence that turned her stomach. Vex had forced the Wanderer's hand in naming him as the evening's VIP. By his actions he had no fear of any problems keeping his daughter in check, even if it was the first time Bo had been in a situation this open.
The Wanderer and his compatriots were decked out in 60's style biker jackets and hats to match. As if an afterthought, the Wanderer's daughter was seated alone at a small side table. Beside the heavily costumed group Bo looked painfully out of place. She wore a black t-shirt and black leather pants with heavy boots, her hair was pulled back so tightly it looked painful. Her simple make-up set off her beautiful eyes. Her lips were lined with a muted red lipstick and served as the only hint of a care to her appearance. The Wanderer had dressed Bo as to not draw attention to his daughter. It didn't work. The woman could rock a gunny sack.
Kenzi and Lauren positioned themselves to the side of the dancers and then flowed with the crowd till they moved in front of the VIP area. With a nod from Lauren, Kenzi pulled her mask down for just a second and spun around to look directly into Bo's eyes. The girl smiled and gave her bestie a wink then moved back into the crowd. Bo visibly jumped at seeing her friend's face. She tensed looking like she might stand for a moment to follow after Kenzi. As if thinking better of it Bo stopped her movement. She began searching the crowd from her seat. It was almost like she was hiding her discovery from her father. Lauren knew that was exactly what she was doing. It didn't work, the Wanderer was on it. He motioned to the redcaps and one moved several steps closer to his daughter. He had not seen what had caught her interest, but it was obvious that he was watching her more closely than Lauren had thought.
Letting it go for a good ten minutes, Bo had seemed to stop her search as she relaxed back into her seat. Her friends knew better, Lauren and Kenzi made their way towards the front again. For a second time Kenzi dropped her mask and met her friend's eyes. This time Bo did not jump but instead she raised an eyebrow and cracked a smile. To which Kenzi gave a laughed and yelled, "Viva La Bo Bo," as she danced into the crowd again.
The redcap, hearing the yell, placed a hand on Bo's shoulder and she jerked away from it. A sure sign that whatever had caught the attention of the Wanderer's daughter had given her the energy to slip his control just little bit. Not being a true succubus, the Wanderer did not feel the energy of the party itself. A byproduct of her limited feeding opportunities, Bo had learned to pick up on any residual energy in her environment. The party atmosphere had been providing a small but steady energy flow to the chi starved fae. It didn't hurt that the shock of seeing Kenzi's face had also caused Bo's adrenaline to shoot up.
Lauren watched as The Wanderer stood with an unhappy look on his face. Trying to appear unconcerned he began moving towards his daughter. Lauren figured he was going to lower Bo's chi energy and whisper some type of command in her ear. Lauren almost ran forward to stop him. Her mind racing and thinking that someone had missed their cue. The plan was going to fail before it even got stated. That is when the music abruptly stopped and all lights focused on Vex. The huge bright beams were pointed directly at the head table, but at the same time illuminated the whole VIP area. The Wanderer froze like a deer caught in the headlights as the whole room turned in his direction.
"Hello my Lovelies." sounded Vex's voice, "May I wish you, on the behalf of myself and the Ash of the Light fae, the best La Shoshain ever." yelled Vex, putting his all into being the all-powerful dark fae leader. The crowd was now all facing the front and cheering madly. The Wanderer was forced to turn away from Bo and look to the Morrigan as not to appear to offend the dark fae leader. Vex was nothing if not the best fae club owner in the city, tonight's party had been incredible and the energy of the room was so high it almost crackled. Playing the good host, Vex swung his hand and motioned to the side, "Let's all give a little welcome our VIPs for the evening" he motioned to the area below and everyone clapped and gawked at the mysterious fae they had been hearing about. Talking directly to the Wanderer and his party Vex said, "In celebration of the day let have a dance. What do you say, let's see those VIP moves."
The Wanderer, feeling everyone's eyes upon him, did the predictable thing and held up a hand in polite refusal. His politician's grin firmly in place playing to the crowd. Vex pounced on the man's error with a cheeky grin, "No problem, I am sure your daughter would be more than happy to be your stand in. Bo sweetie how about a spin around the floor. Come on everyone cheer her on." The crowd gave a loud cheer and the music started softly in the background. People started to move with the returning rhythm wanting to get back to their party. The Wanderer frowned deeply, turning to face Bo he said in that lust laced hypnotic voice, "She does not want to dance."
Hale part in the plan kicked in. He had been watching for it and used his whistle to disrupt the sound waves of the man's voice. The sounds that touched Bo's ears were so refracted they didn't even register as words any more. Bo seemed distracted as if she was confused, "I could dance," she stammered softly visibly shaken at the chance to make her own decision.
Dyson leapt from the balcony and landed in front of the VIP area. He pulled Bo to the dance floor well away from the approaching redcap guards. The Wanderer stood and yelled, "You will not dance with him." Hale's siren abilities again broke the command but the statement had caught so many people's attention, they were staring at the man's reaction. The Wanderer straightened and tried desperately regain his composure. His politician's cool facade was cracking.
Dyson gave a shrug and smiled at Bo who was looking at him with wide eyes. This was the second familiar face she had seen tonight. Bowing his head to the man's request, Dyson stepped back and Lauren's masked figure moved up and took Bo's hand. The music started in earnest with heavy beats rolling through the crowd, the entire floor filled with celebrating fae closing around the women in a protective wall of moving bodies. The Wanderer and his people lost sight of their prize in a matter of seconds.
Moving deep on to the floor, there was little room to move but that did not matter. Lauren grabbed Bo and pulled her so close. Bo stiffened with the contact and Lauren could have sworn she felt Bo's breathing stop for several long moments. She had no way of knowing how long it had been since Bo had felt such contact with another living thing. The body to body connection was quite literally a lifesaving action for the starving succubus.
The music pulsed and both women moved with the rhythm. Lauren made sure to keep from making direct eye contact. She had no idea what Bo would do if she recognized her. The lack of eye contact did not stop Lauren from making contact just about everywhere else. Lauren knew how to turn Bo on, plain and simple. Sex had never been an issue. In fact it was almost too good sometimes. Lauren could tell Bo was tentative with her motions and she didn't respond as she normally would have. Bo's succubus nature had been so beat down, Lauren would have to press all of Bo's buttons to get her going and willing to feed.
They were dancing so close Lauren was able to lean in and press into Bo's oh so familiar frame. Pulling back never letting the contact last too long, she alternated the close contact with soft caresses. Letting her hands drift down Bo's arm and across or around her breasts. It was a teasing game, offering just a taste of what could be. Not only did it feel good but the predatory nature of the succubus would enjoy the building temptation. Bo did not move away but she did not add to the game and it worried Lauren. She would have to try something more.
Circling an arm around Bo's waist, Lauren pulled their bodies together and she held Bo tight. Nudging Bo's head to the side, Lauren placed hot, thick wet kisses down Bo's neck. At the same time she dropped her hands and pulled Bo's shirt up just enough to reveal soft skin. Lauren gently raked fingernail across Bo's stomach and lower back, she fought not to cry out as she felt Bo tremble and moan softly under her touch. Lauren caught a glimpse of Bo's skin and it was becoming flushed.
The movement of the dancing mob had shifted their position from the middle of the dance floor and the couple now found themselves against the far wall. Lauren lifted Bo slightly and then slid her thigh between Bo's legs making a more intimate contact with her old lover. Allowing Bo to grind slowly down her body to return to the floor, Lauren pulled away to lead the couple back to the dance floor. A harsh growl came from Bo's mouth. Grabbing Lauren's arms Bo crushed her close. To Lauren's great relief, the succubus was stirring now. Bo's eyes sparked with flecks of blue, Lauren rejoiced as she was pulled into a scorching embrace. Bo had a chance now and so did she.
The kiss was everything Lauren remembered and more. Heated, passionate and oh so luscious, the feel of Bo's lips was like heaven. To Lauren's surprise Bo stopped the kiss and began to push away before feeding. Lauren forced the issue and gripped Bo hard. She began to push her chi into Bo. The succubus was startled to say the least. Bo's body shuttered at the feel of the energy. For a minute she lost control and began to feed eagerly. Lauren fought not to get lost in the sensation because Bo could kill her as depleted as she was. But again Bo fought her need to feed and pushed away from Lauren.
Finally making eye contact, a look of anger, then sadness and then passion crossed Bo's face. In a savage move Bo grabbed Lauren by the hips and slammed their bodies together. "Thank you for the flowers." she growled, her voice a strange mix of succubus and human, she then kissed Lauren with such heat, Lauren's knees almost buckled. Bo pulled back, "Did you think I would not know you? Your scent is different but still undeniable you." Bo tilted her head into Lauren's neck and drew in a deep breath. It was intimate gesture and Lauren felt her body tense with growing want. Bo growled again, "Your touch." she held Lauren's hand, slowly drawing it to her mouth. One by one she kissed each fingertip then Lauren's palm with her full lips. "Your taste." Lauren sucked in her breath as Bo bowed her head and used her tongue to trace the edge of the leather top that held Lauren's breasts. The doctor swayed on her feet as Bo kissed and licked a line from her chest to right below her ear. "Lauren I would know you anywhere." said Bo in a husky whisper. There were tears in her eyes and the look was so intense that Lauren tried to pull away just long enough to catch her breath. Whether it was the chi or just the presence of her old lover, Bo was now fully aware of herself and the woman she held in her arms.
With steel in her voice Bo said between clinched teeth, "Don't you dare pull away from me. Walking away is not an option, do you understand me? Not… an… option." It was a growling statement full of pure want. The music matched the mood as the beats were throbbing. "Kiss me." Bo demand and Lauren could do nothing but oblige. The kiss they shared was almost violent at first then turned to an embrace of pure heat. Lauren finally broke away. Bo's eyes were brilliant blue. "Your aura is on fire, blue, green and yellow." she said sounding confused. As if watching the effect on Lauren, Bo began running her hands over the doctor's body. It was her turn to do the touching and the exploring of intimate places. Shuttering moans were escaping Lauren's lips as Bo's hands explored her body then circled around to grab her leather clad ass. They kissed deeply and the chi flowed.
"Daughter!" The voice echoed as the music was silenced. Bo's hands stopping and fell from Lauren's body. Moving quickly, Lauren tried to place herself between Bo and her father fearing the man had just regained control over the succubus. But Bo reached up and held her still, her eyes locked with Laurens. There were no words but the grip on Lauren's hips said that Bo would not be letting her go if she could help it.
"What!" snapped the blue eyed succubus. She was still weak but not at all sounding like a daughter who would curtsey to her father. She rounded on the man but kept a hand on Lauren's body. Silence filled the room, this was dangerously close to a deadly breach of etiquette. If Bo tried to kill him she was as good as dead.
"Bo help me!" screamed Kenzi from the door of the club. Swinging around fast all Bo could see was Kenzi being held over the shoulder of someone who was running out the door. Lauren remember to breathe as the next part of the plan began.
"Save her Bo. Kenzi needs you." said Lauren over her shoulder. Bo turned and gave her a piercing look, the pain of choosing between the woman standing before her and her best friend was too much. "Please go Bo. It's Kenzi, only you can save her." Lauren began stepping back into the crowd. Kenzi began yelling again and Bo cursed violently. With a last hard look at Lauren, "I will see you again soon." said Bo as she turned and ran for the door. She pulled several bystanders into the path of the advancing redcaps.
"Stop," the wanderer yelled, he was not even trying to hide the mesmer quality of his voice, but it was too late. Bo was out the door and well out of earshot. The Wanderer screamed in anger and ordered his people to follow her. Lauren let them pass and then trailed them towards the door. Hearing footsteps behind her she swung around ready to fight. Instead of enemies she found Dyson, Vex and Tamsin close behind her and very much on her side.