Chapter 7: Lucky

A/N: Thing are heating up between Jackson and April! Thank you guys for reading and reviewing, you're the best readers I could ask for. Hope you guys enjoy this chapter!

April's heart was beating hard and fast, pounding against her ribcage as she caressed her best friend's face in her palms with her lips pressed to his. Jackson's arms had snaked around her waist, pulling the fiery haired girl's body closer to his- something that was near impossible, as they were already crushed together. April could feel Jackson's firm muscles against her slender frame, her daydreams and fantasies finally materializing in the form of a searing kiss. The heavy thudding of the music blaring in the club seemed to vibrate through her bones and into his, passing a current through their bodies. It was as if she and Jackson were in another world, a world that belonged solely to them. April knew that the location wasn't the most romantic- they were standing on the street outside of the club; cigarette smoke filling the air- but it was everything that April could have ever dreamed of. Jackson swept his tongue lightly over her bottom lip before trapping it between his teeth and gently tugging. April moaned into his mouth, a deep, guttural sound that she would have been completely embarrassed of under normal circumstances. This, however, was most definitely not a normal circumstance. There was nothing normal about how Jackson slipped his tongue into April's waiting mouth, nothing normal about the way April's responded so fiercely. It was extraordinary, and April could feel herself melt into her best friend's broad shoulders, aching for more of his touch. They stood, wrapped in each other, for what simultaneously felt like both centuries and seconds, reveling in the feeling of their lips against each other's before they pulled away, exhausted and blissful. Jackson gazed down into April's hazel eyes, a small smile on his puffy and swollen lips. The redhead's eyes crinkled as a wide grin bloomed on her face.

"Pinch me," April whispered to the beautiful man in front of her.

Jackson smiled widely and leaned forward, placing a light kiss on her lips. He nodded as he pulled away. "Yep, definitely real." Jackson felt like he was floating, his entire body feeling lighter than it had been in years. He could've smacked himself for taking so long to realize how much April meant to him. She had been nothing more than his hot best friend for years, and Jackson wished he could go back and stop being such an idiot sooner. He didn't know exactly what his feelings for April were, but he knew they had been slowly simmering inside of him for years. Something about the tropical island seemed to knock him into his senses. Jackson slipped his hand into April's, grasping her delicate fingers tightly. He could've spent a lifetime standing with her silently, hands interlinked. Their moment of peace was interrupted, however, by Derek and Meredith stumbling out of the bar, the strong scent of tequila wafting along with them.

"Where were you guys?" Meredith giggled, her voice getting louder with each word she spoke. The dirty-blonde doctor swayed slightly, and would've fallen if it weren't for her husband's hands steadying her shoulders. She turned to April, narrowing her eyes. "Did you tell him?" Her nose scrunched up as she broke into a toothy smile.

"You're really drunk," April said matter-of-factly, blushing slightly when Jackson looked down at her in curiosity, mirth evident on his face.

"Tell me what?" Jackson smirked, raising his eyebrows. April shot him a withering look.

"That she l-i-i-i-kes you," Meredith slurred, nodding violently with each syllable. Jackson fought to conceal his laugh at the drunken state of his friend. He had never seen Meredith so drunk, and he had to admit that it was very entertaining.

"What?" He feigned surprise, biting his lip to hold back the chuckles trying to escape from his mouth. April sighed at her best friend, who turned to face her with a smile in his eyes. "April, is it true?" he asked incredulously.

April rolled her eyes and poked him in the side. "Yeah, yeah, don't let it get to your head, big shot."

Meredith squeaked happily as Callie, Arizona, Cristina and Owen tripped out of the club, laughing and shouting. After they had all joined up, the group of friends walked back to their rooms in the moonlight. April and Jackson walked together, smiles on their faces as they padded along the sidewalk. The sound of waves crashing on the shore echoed through the night. April leaned her head on the taller man's shoulder as he wrapped his arm around her tightly. The redhead stopped to pull off her heels, letting out a sigh of relief as her foot straightened out. As beautiful as the shoes were, they had been torturing her all night.

They strolled quietly at the back of the group, only letting go of each other once they'd entered the hotel area. They bid goodbye to their friends and retreated to their hotel room. Callie's mouth dropped as she turned to Arizona and pointed as Jackson slung his arm around April's waist, April nuzzling into his neck. Arizona's eyes grew wide as she released an excited scream.

"We did it!" Arizona screeched, pulling her wife into a hug.

"Victory sex?" Callie asked excitedly, fumbling with the key card and escorting her wife into their room

"Victory sex!" Arizona agreed enthusiastically, pulling her dress off as the door slammed shut.

April felt like her lips were magnetized to Jackson's. As soon as they had entered their room they had found their way together again, kissing passionately. Jackson's hands trailed up and down April's sides, grazing her hips and the sides of her breasts. It felt wonderful, and it was as if there was a void inside of April, desperate for more of Jackson's touch. Something inside of her needed more than just his kisses and his hands. Thinking about sex felt deliciously forbidden, and she couldn't ignore the thoughts creeping into her mind as Jackson pushed her against the wall, deepening the kiss. Still, something inside of the redhead was scared. She had started out waiting for somebody special. Unfortunately for April, that somebody special was taking their sweet time. After a while, her virginity just became a part of her. She had been doing well ignoring all of her urges and desires- that is, until Jackson started kissing her like that. April shuddered in pleasure as Jackson moved his lips to her neck, gently sucking and nipping at her milky skin. The redhead closed her eyes and moaned as Jackson's warm mouth found her pulse point and trailed down to the top of her collarbone. April inhaled sharply at the sensation. It felt so good, could it really be bad?

"Jackson, I'm a vi-" April breathed. Jackson kissed his way back up to her jaw before pulling away slightly, meeting his green eyes with her hazel ones

"I know," he murmured, his lips less than an inch from her own. "April, I'm happy to go at whatever pace you need." April shivered as she felt the warm air on her mouth as he spoke. "What would you say," he continued softly, "to a make out session and some sleep?" April smiled and nodded quickly in agreement. She couldn't express how thankful she was to have such a good friend. Jackson knew her better than anybody else, and his words were immensely calming.

"But Jackson?" April asked quietly, gazing up into the man's aquatic eyes.

"Mm?"

"Don't stop kissing my neck."

Jackson laughed breathily, pressing a light kiss under her jaw.

"Yes, ma'am," he smiled against her tender skin, and April let her head roll back against the wall, sighing happily.

After about an hour of what felt like pure bliss, April pulled away, giggling.

"I don't want to be a buzz kill or anything, but I think I'm about to fall asleep on my feet," she admitted. Jackson grinned.

"Me too. Bedtime?" he asked, looking adoringly at his best friend.

April nodded, a smile on her face. She excused herself to the bathroom to change into her pajamas and wash her face. April hummed happily as she pulled on a black tank top and a pair of short pajama shorts, and gathered her unruly red mane into a loose braid down her back. Little strands of hair floated around her face as she splashed cool water on her flushed skin. She was about to leave the bathroom when she noticed a dark spot marring her pale skin. Turning to see it better in the mirror, she had a clear view of the giant hickey rapidly appearing on her neck. April's eyes widened at the purple bruise. "Jackson!" she screeched, stomping out of the bathroom. Jackson looked up, surprised.

"You okay?" he asked concernedly. April raised her eyebrows and pointed to her neck. Seeing the dark purple spot forming on her otherwise unblemished skin, Jackson grinned proudly. His smile was infectious, and April couldn't help but smile with him. "I'll let you give me one, then we can be even," he suggested, beaming at the girl standing in front of him.

"You wish," April joked as she climbed up onto the huge bed. Jackson smiled and watched as April settled down next to him. The pretty girl wriggled and squirmed uncomfortably under his gaze. "What?" she asked, a small blush growing on her cheeks.

"Nothing," Jackson said softly, tucking himself under the covers as he turned to face the girl lying next to him. "I'm just wondering why I took so long."

April surveyed Jackson as she snuggled up under the blankets. "Yeah," she agreed. April knew exactly how he felt. "Better late than never," she supplied, shooting a small smile at him as she placed the palm of her hand on Jackson's chiseled chest, leaning in to kiss her best friend. Jackson's mouth parted slightly as she traced her tongue lightly across his pink lips. Pulling away, April buried her face into his neck and yawned.

"Night, Apes," Jackson said sleepily, eyes slowly sliding shut as he wrapped his arms protectively around the small girl.

"Goodnight, Jackson."

A/N: I'm not 100% pleased with how this turned out, but I hope you guys liked it! Expect some very steamy scenes in the next chapters to come ;) The rating will probably jump to M, so, you've been warned. As usual, PLEASE (!) REVIEW! I can't stress enough how important your reviews are to me. Thanks all so much for reading. Love you guys! xoxox