Author's Note:

Oh my God, I had to write this ALL over again like twice thanks to FF's lovely Doc Manager deleting everything. But anyway, finally gotten around to an update (: Summer's coming soon and so I've gotten a little bit of extra time.

I'm so sorry about how long it's been. I hope you all are still sticking to this story!

All right, enjoy! Thank you to all the reviewers, btw. You all are absolute love.

| ~ | ~ | B l u e . E r s a t z | ~ | ~ |

12
"Butterfly"

-SuzieQuaKes-

"I'm your pole and all you're wearing is your shoes. You got soul, you know what to do to turn me on."

The next hour or so passed by in a blur. A blur of bright colors, tall buildings and basically everything to gaped and gasped at. The limousine moved slowly through downtown in the jammed traffic, not to say that I minded. In comparison to the small little town of Petalburg, downtown La Rousse seemed like something out of a movie. Flashing lights blinked from every direction, skyscrapers seemed like they loomed out into the sky for miles and miles without end and more importantly—the people. The people were the most interesting of all.

Different sizes, different shapes, different ethnics . . . They all amazed a girl from a small town like me. In Petalburg, pretty much everyone knew everyone. In a metropolitan city like La Rousse, it was a different case. Businessmen, teenagers, break dancers, models, children being led by frantic adults, oh it was just endless. I gasped and giggled at everything. But of course, with Drew Hayden by my side, it was never an easy thing to admire the sights. Of course he had to take advantage of every opportunity possible to poke fun at me. That jerk.

And despite it all, I knew that I wouldn't be enjoying this trip so much if I were with somebody else. Drew might be a complete and utter pain in the behind—but he was my favorite pain in the behind. Not that I would ever admit this to him. He needed no further encouragements to shoot his ego out further.

"Hey, look over there. That's the place."

Speaking of the devil, Drew's voice interjected into my thoughts and I looked over from the window. The green-haired man, who was holding a cup of plain scotch in his hands, was looking towards a grand-looking building. I shifted in my seat and lowered my head to see what it was.

The building was huge. Shaped into a circular dimension, it had millions and millions of pieces of mirrors reflecting off the surface. The sunlight that was falling over the building reflected back into sky. I also noticed the never-ending stream of people making their way in and out of the entrances that were guarded by two big burly men in matching suits. The area which surrounded it was gigantic, with cars of different models and colors parked.

I didn't have to ask what the place was—as the big block letters lighting up clearly indicated what it was to me.

CASINO VALENCIA.

Oh. So that was the casino that we were all going to rob. By the looks of it, Drew's uncle had really spiced the place up. Just looking from the outside, I could tell that it was a place that millions and millions of money were made every single day. Those guards that stood by the entrance were nothing, I found myself thinking. Who knew what kind of other security measures were inside.

"Drew, are you sure that this is a good idea?" I asked in hesitance, leaning back into the comfortable leather seats. "I mean, I don't know . . ."

Drew looked towards me, his green eyes striking into my own. They sparkled as he gave me a smirk. "What? Scared?"

I rolled my eyes in response. Couldn't you ever talk to this guy normally without getting a smart-ass remark in return? "Well, excuse me but I am scared of getting myself killed out here."

"Oh come on, May. It'll be fun."

My lips pulled tightly together, I gave him 'the Look'. Like honestly? Fun? How could he possibly be using such a word? I had pretty much calmed down about this entire affair after realizing that it was for the good of the public—but after seeing how big and grand this place was—I didn't know if I could go through with it. It was a crime, a real actual crime.

I guess my face amused him, as Drew laughed with a slight roll of his eyes. "Don't worry that little head off. Trust me, it'll be okay."

I couldn't say anything more, because the limousine had pulled up to a driveway in which in front of us, Vanya and Gary were getting out from theirs. I realized that it was a hotel, as a bellboy with a trolley was helping to pick up their luggage from the trunk of the car. Molly and Jonno were already following their bellboy inside of the hotel and the other two were nowhere in sight.

I looked towards Drew as the little man clad in a uniform had finished dropping off the luggage and the car drove off. "Are we seriously staying in this hotel?"

The guy smirked, before turning to look at me with that handsome face of his. "'Fraid so, darling."

I had nothing more to say as another bellboy opened the door of the limo and greeted me with a boyish smile. "Good afternoon, ma'am."

"Good afternoon." I murmured back in response as I stepped outside to the warm wind. It blew my hair back as I walked towards the entrance of the hotel. It was clearly one of the grandest hotels in La Rousse. Two gold revolving doors on each side with a huge glass door in the middle, being pulled to visitors by men in the same kind of gold and black interlaced uniforms. It was a huge building, about sixty, seventy stories, I estimated. The Plaza—it read on the glass doors. Well it was certainly a plaza indeed.

"Don't just stand there, idiot girl." Once again, my lovely Drew Hayden had interrupted my thoughts. He was beside me, holding out his arm to hold, another stupid smirk on his stupid face. Well, we had to pretend like we were a married couple anyway. Growing under my breath at him, I linked my arm with him in a huff and stalked inside of the lobby of the grand hotel.

"Oh. My. God."

I just had to exclaim as the door to the suite was opened and the bellboy dropped off our luggage. Well, Drew's luggage. Mine was pretty much in ruins in Petalburg. The surprises just didn't seem to stop today, I found myself thinking as I walked inside the room.

It was dimly light, the lights soft enough to create a sort-of magical glow around the atmosphere. The little 'living room' as it could've been called was filled with luxurious leather couches. The rug that covered the floor was spotless, adorned with a pretty pattern of red and orange.

I heard Drew mumbling some words to the bellboy as he gave a tip and dismissed him, but I ignored that as I walked further into the suite. There was a kitchenette to the side of the little pathway which led to the bedroom. I took a peek inside and smiled at the tiny refrigerator and stainless steel cooking utensils. All sorts of little treats and munchies were placed in a basket on the shiny marble-lined counters.

The bedroom was even better than what I had expected after seeing the suite. The huge bed looked so comfortable as layers of layers of bedspreads covered it. White lace fabric hung from the canopy, falling softly over the bed. There were petals scattered on the bed, rose petals. I smiled softly as I gently took one in my hands.

To the side of the room was a glass sliding window, which led out to a tiny balcony with two deck chairs set up. I sashayed over towards it, pulled the door open and stepped outside into the La Rousse air. In front of me was a magnificent view of downtown, the bright lights, the billboards . . . and the casino. Of course this room was picked for us. It had the best view of the casino.

"Hey."

I whipped back at the sound of a soft voice. Drew stood there, looking less arrogant and haughty than he normally looked. His green hair was swept the side, revealing more of his deep beautiful eyes. His hands were deep inside the pockets of his slacks. He didn't look at me though. His eyes were directed towards the La Rousse skyline.

"It's beautiful, isn't it?"

I smiled softly and turned back around to gaze at the view. The sky was slowing darkening into evening as the sun spilled orangey rays over the town. Long fingers of red and pink stretched across the horizon as I noticed the birds making their way back home. I placed both of my hands on the rail of the balcony and nodded. "It really is."

I heard the soft padding of Drew's footsteps and soon enough, I saw him place both of his hands on either side of where mine were placed. I blushed as I noticed that he was hovering over me, the scent of his cologne drifting up my nose. I heard the steady breaths that he took before he spoke again. "I always loved this town. My town—my home. I always loved to come to the casino with Dad and whined when I had to stay behind in the car because I was too young to go inside. It seems like things change way too fast . . ."

I glanced down at the ground, before turning around so that I was facing him. He was so close to me, and looked down at me with his bright emerald eyes. My heart—as if on cue, began to speed up three times fast. Drew's eyes were soft as he looked down at me and I couldn't help but stutter as I said, "I-I know."

The green-haired man reached out, a hint of a smile on his face as he whisked a strand of hair away from my face. "And it seems like some things never change. Like the color of your eyes."

My heart-rate sped up even faster if that was possible. I just couldn't describe these feelings that exploded in my heart. I had missed this . . . I'd missed this so much. I missed looking into his eyes. I missed how he whispered. I missed the way his lips carved into the most amazing smile. I missed it all.

Before I had a chance to notice, Drew's face was inching closer and closer to mine. His lips were just there . . . just so close and yet so despairingly far away. I noticed everything, I noticed the familiar bump on his nose, I noticed the sparkle in his eyes, I noticed how smooth his lips seemed. But before they could touch mine and melt into the most amazing kiss, he looked away, taking a step back. My heart hammered in its cage as I wrung my cold hands. Disappointment was surely oozing into me.

"I-I'm sorry. We shouldn't be doing this."

That was all he said, as he turned around and walked back into the suite. I turned around, gripping the metal rail tightly and breathed out. The thump of my heartbeats hadn't slowed down yet.

Oh, why didn't he just kiss me?

To Posy:

I wasn't exactly sure of your size but I estimated. Seeing that you dropped your suitcase, Drew told me to get you some clothes and other stuff you might need.

I'll see you at dinner,
Love always.

Molly.

"Aw, that's so sweet of her." I gushed as I unzipped a black suitcase that the bellboy had delivered (along with a white box that soon was discovered to be full of accessories and shoes) a couple of minutes after the incident at the balcony. Drew was at the desk, papers spread out in front of him. They were papers that outlined different routes into and out of the casino and all the hidden doors and traps. He had gone straight to work, and completely ignored my presence.

Pulling out a couple of designer blouses, skirts, dresses, I couldn't help but feel giddy like a little girl. I could get used to this life of fancy hotel suites, limousines and designer clothes. Drew had informed me that we were to have a dinner together at the hotel restaurant with the crew (quite awkwardly, might I add) and I had been fussing over what to wear to that and the rest of the other days. I couldn't exactly be wearing this old red sweater and grey skirt for all the two weeks. And not to mention, it was so . . . unglamorous.

"You better be getting ready, May." Drew murmured from his work desk. "We'll be heading out in a bit and you aren't going looking like crap like you do now."

I pressed my lips together and ignored his insult. "And what about you? Aren't you going to be getting up from that desk anytime soon?"

"Don't worry about me, you women take so much longer to get ready anyways."

I gave him a 'hmmph' in response to his extremely sexist (and true) statement and continued to rummage through the items which Molly had bought for me.

An hour later and I was still in the bathroom, working on myself. The dinner was in fifteen minutes and Drew was certainly giving me prompts and all sorts of shouts from outside—all of which I had ignored efficiently. I just wasn't done yet. I stared at myself from the full-length mirror in the bathroom and smiled. I had chosen a long red gown which I found had fitted me perfectly, hugging my curves. The halter top revealed my creamy neck and arms and my hair tumbled across the bright fabric in a chocolatey spill. My makeup had been done to perfection and my lips painted a cherry-red.

I looked satisfactory—to say the least. Well, I knew that I looked more than satisfactory. And Drew was surely going to melt at the sight of it and wonder why he didn't kiss me while he had the chance. I'd show that guy.

"Oh my God, May, would you finish up already? This is the reason why I asked you an hour earlier to get ready—thinking that you'd get yourself done in time. Don't spend time working on making your face look good, not like it ever would anywa—"

Drew's rant was cut off short as I opened the door of the bathroom and gave him the most seductive smile I could muster. His mouth opened and closed like a fish out of water and it was quite pleasant to see him as the speechless one. Well, well, well. How does it feel now, Mr. Hayden? Drew was dressed up nicely, I found myself thinking. His hair was carefully styled and the black suit he was wearing made him appear to be even leaner. A purple handkerchief darted out of the pocket of his suit.

He stood up from the bed, still looking dazzled at the sight of me. I smirked a little, taking a few steps forward in the heels. Placing a hand on my hip, I twirled in the gown. "Like what you see?"

"M-May, like wow, you cleaned up well for someone with a putrid face."

I couldn't help but laugh a little as he gave a compliment in the best way that he could. Suddenly something in his eyes changed as the bewilderment turned into a twinkle that was more . . . feisty.

His usual smirk slowly made his way to his face, as he took slow steps towards me. My confidence dropped a little as I took a step back. The glint inside his eyes surprised me.

Drew took more steps towards me as I stepped back and back until I was pressed against the cool wall of the suite. He smirked at me as he closed the little space in between us and whispered: "You should never taunt me like that, May."

I opened my mouth to speak, finding no words coming out. My heart was thumping, butterflies were flapping widely in my stomach. I was just expecting to dazzle him with how I looked and then get amused by his inability to remain so smug and arrogant. But now it seemed like the other way around—like he was the one that was mocking me.

Drew's hands caught my waist as he lifted me up and pinned me into the wall. I just couldn't speak . . . and at the same time, I couldn't help but get a little turned on by the way that he was so close to me, so pressed up against me. I smelt his cologne, as his hand brushed my thighs and hitched the skirt up. The feel of his cold fingers on my thighs made me close my eyes, a soft moan escaping my lips.

I didn't realize I made such a sound until I opened my eyes and saw Drew smirking at me. His head dipped into the curve of my neck, his lips grazing it softly, the warm breath against my skin driving me crazy. I had to end this . . . I found myself thinking. I could not let him take control of this.

"W-we're getting late for the dinner." I whispered, feeling slightly disappointed myself. I didn't want to end this. I was enjoying this way too much to end it. But I didn't want him to be the one in control.

Drew's head lifted from my neck as a slow smile spread onto his face. His emerald eyes twinkled with dark lust. "I think we can be a little late."

I stared up into his face again, and he looked down at me, his green eyes shining so brightly. I didn't even know what was happening, but what he said just made my heart beat and pump ten times as more blood. I found his face inching closer and closer to mine—just like how it was the last time—and my heart began to thrash in its cage. I swallowed hard as Drew's breath gently fell on my face and I closed my eyes.

Before I could even think anything, something warm crashed down on my lips. Drew's. They were so soft and firm, pressing up against mine and all thoughts left my head. It was Drew kissing me again. Drew kissing me like he had, so many times in the past. His lips—they fitted so perfectly with mine. Fitted like two pieces of a puzzle.

The kiss deepened as our desires increased and all I could focus on was to keep up with the intensifying pace in which Drew's lips were moving against mine. He parted them, let a little hint of his tongue slip inside and then pulled away like a tease. A little fluttery moan escaped my throat and even I surprised myself with it. I felt the smirk against his lips, as he darted his tongue across my lips and pushed its way into my mouth.

My hands were tangled up in his soft silky hair, and I felt his arms wrapped around my waist. One arm snaked under the skirt again, this time his hand reaching further up my thighs. The sudden warmth made chills sneak down my back. I felt his hands roam around my back, his fingertips tracing over my bare skin, leaving a trail of goose bumps behind.

He suddenly pulled his lips away from mine and started kissing my neck. I gasped, arching my back further, letting a little moan escape my lips. Drew groaned back in response as he placed butterfly kisses down my neck. A sharp nip made me shiver and moan as I realized that Drew had bitten down on the skin. His tongue darted out to lick the area softly, as if to make it better and I knew that I would probably be having a hickey. But that didn't matter at the moment.

Nothing mattered.

Author's Note:

Okay, so wow. Haha. I'm sorry, I just couldn't help myself :P

This chapter was more CS-y than the others and I hope that you guys enjoyed it. I pretty much rushed through it, wanting to get it out. It's like 1:30am right now, and I have school tomorrow but I desperately wanted to give you guys an update.

So! Please review :)

Thank you so much!

-Suzie x