Hello. Thanks to everyone that has been reading so far, please do leave me any feedback or suggestions as to where you'd like me to take it. This chapter takes place during/after the events of episode 8.22. There wasn't much Nikki/Lorraine time, so thought I'd add to it a little.
Lorraine sat casually on Nikki's desk. Nikki was finding it hard to concentrate. She couldn't help but admire her long legs. They were perfect. She was perfect. She looked gorgeous. As always. But Lorraine was here to discuss business, so Nikki snapped herself out of it, and tried to focus on what she'd come here to talk about.
It had been over a week since they'd last spent any really time together. Partly due to how busy Lorraine had been with Waterloo Road related issues, but also because she didn't want to rush into anything with Nikki. She didn't have much experience with relationships. Especially not with another woman. But she knew she wanted this to work out, and for that she had to be patient.
Lorraine knew that it was perhaps unfair of her to ask Nikki to moderate the other teachers, but she was the best woman for the job. She trusted her completely, knowing she'd give honest feedback. Her passion for the school was obvious as she explained to Nikki what she wanted her to do.
"You know it's going to ruffle a few feathers", said Nikki after Lorraine had explained her plan.
"They need to be ruffled", Lorraine responded with a serious smile.
Nikki was most worried about Michael. He hadn't taught in a long time due to his role as head teacher, and wasn't especially pleased when Lorraine didn't give him an option to say no. So to have an observer his first day back in the classroom would probably not go down too well either.
"I am sure you'll make him feel at ease. You're good at that", Lorraine reassured, her voice getting deeper as she said it.
Nikki smiled. She wanted to stand up and kiss Lorraine, but she knew that that was probably not a great idea at school. If a pupil walked in it'd be around in no time at all. She'd always been a private person, not discussing her personal life in the staff room like others might. Although they'd not discussed it she thought Lorraine probably didn't want their relationship to be obvious at school. It might cause some problems with the other teachers if they thought Nikki was getting preferential treatment.
As Lorraine left the office Nikki started to mentally prepare herself for the day. She knew it'd be tough. But she could do it. She still wanted to prove that her appointment as deputy head was based on her abilities and not on their relationship.
The day had gone as she'd expected. Nobody really liked being judged on their ability to teach. But she had had a successful day, picking up on the details Lorraine had wanted her to. She would have a lot to tell her later.
Walking down the corridor at the end of the school day she caught up with Sonya, who was busy eyeing up Ndale, the new school handyman. It was obvious that Sonya fancied him, so Nikki had to mention it.
"I have to say, that's one hell of a physique" she said in a half serious manner.
"Yeh, he is quite fit, but she can keep him. He ain't my bag", Sonya responded, obviously jealous of Audrey
"Me neither" Nikki agreed, to no-one in particular, already thinking about Lorraine. Sonya had already wandered off.
Lorraine approached soon after, her blonde curls bouncing slightly as she walked. Lorraine had already decided that she wanted to ask Nikki over, she wanted more than anything to be alone with her again. Had been distracted all day with the memories of kissing her, of Nikki kissing her neck.
"So why don't you meet me back at mine, tell me the rest then?"
Nikki agreed, hoping that they'd not spend all night talking about business. But she was quite certain she could distract Lorraine from talk of work if she wanted to. With that thought she smiled, watching her walk away.
Nikki rang the doorbell and waited nervously on the porch. Lorraine answered the door in just a towel. Nikki was speechless. After a slightly awkward silence Lorraine spoke.
"Sorry I just took a quick shower. Do come in, I'll just put something on".
Nikki still didn't know what to say, or where to look. She went red. Lorraine grinned, she couldn't help but enjoy Nikki's embarrassment. Taking her by the hand Lorraine led Nikki into the kitchen where she offered her a drink. After two wine glasses had been poured Lorraine approached a nervous Nikki, planting a kiss delicately on her lips.
"Make yourself comfortable, I won't be a minute"
5 minutes later she returned in skinny jeans and a tight fitting t-shirt. Even in this casual attire Lorraine looked stunning. Her hair, still wet from the shower glistened in the light, and her face was a little red from the heat of it.
Sitting opposite Nikki at the table she picked up her wine glass and took a mouthful before starting to talk.
"So what first Miss Boston", she said, in a seductive manner, "Business or pleasure?"
Nikki grinned, not feeling quite so nervous as when she first arrived. If she had had any doubts about how Lorraine felt they were no longer existent.
"I guess we should get the business out of the way first Miss Donnegan" she responded playfully, "Because I have been thinking about you all day, and all I want to do is kiss you".
They spoke briefly about what Nikki had discovered that day, but they didn't stay professional for long. Neither woman could stay focussed.
"I have a suggestion", Lorraine said, deciding there was no way they were going to get any more work done tonight. "Let's move to a comfier setting. No more work talk."
Nikki didn't argue, they could discuss this at any time. It would give them an excuse to spend more time together at Waterloo Road.
It didn't take them long to get comfy on the sofa. Lorraine looked over to Nikki, trying to decide what to do next.
"I'm sorry I've been so busy all week Nikki", Lorraine murmured as she moved closer on the sofa.
"I understand Lorraine, it's just been one of those weeks, and I'm here now, so that's all that matters".
Nikki made the first move. As she leant in for a kiss Lorraine smiled, she quite liked not being in control for a change. Lorraine responded to the kiss with passion, placing her hand on Nikki's neck and pulling her in closer. Even these simple kisses were unlike anything she'd experienced before.
She wasn't sure how to feel. As it all got a bit more heated she got nervous all over again. She knew Nikki was more experienced than her, to Lorraine this was all new. But it did feel so right being here with Nikki, so she decided to stop worrying so much and just enjoy herself. They were only kissing after all. But she did want more. Thinking about it made her, well, it made her want to undress Nikki right not. However, she controlled herself, wanting to wait a while before things went any further. Lorraine pulled away for a second.
"You okay?" Nikki smiled
"Yes. Fine. Sorry. I . . . well I'm just nervous Nikki. One minute I look at you and just want to take off your clothes, and the next I start to feel nervous about it. I don't even know where to begin".
Nikki kissed her again, this time slowly and reassuringly.
"Please don't worry about it. No pressure. I've had fun this evening. I love every minute I spend with you no matter what we're doing"
"What even in a staff meeting?" Lorraine chuckled.
"Yes even then", she grinned back.
"You really are great Nikki, you certainly know how to make someone feel at ease".
They beamed at each other. Lorraine settled her head on Nikki's chest and got comfortable.