Chapter 6

The day of the trip Minamo was up incredibly early, even though their flight didn't set off till late afternoon. In truth Minamo barely slept at all, her body a nervous bundle of excitement. She took this extra time to double and triple check her belongings.

Yukari turned up with her mother, who was giving the women a lift to the airport. Yukari, predictably wasn't too happy with being woken up on what she considered a day off. Minamo transferred her luggage to the beat up 'Yukarimobile' and with time in hand decided to double and triple check Yukari's belongings, just in case, luckily, through some miracle she had everything.

Back in Minamo's apartment Mrs. Tanizaki rustled up a late breakfast for the two women before they would set off. Over which Minamo found out the reason Yukari had packed everything, she had apparently gotten her Mother to do it. Part of Minamo was unimpressed but part of her was a little relieved as Mrs. Tanizaki was much more reliable than her daughter. Still somewhat nervous of missing items, over the course of the breakfast Minamo ask Yukari whether she had her passport and tickets several times and asked to see them every time.

Eventually getting tired of this Yukari just gave her things to Minamo to hold, which made both women happier. With breakfast completed Minamo made the rounds of her apartment making sure that she had turned everything off, this wasn't helped by Yukari who decided to try and sneakily turn things on. Minamo who was stressed at the time thought she might've been going a bit mad until she eyed Yukari, face puffed up and snorting as she attempted, unsuccessfully, not to laugh. After a shouting to and being restrained by her mother, Minamo managed to secure her apartment. Once done the three women headed to the car and set off to the airport.

Once checked in the wait for the flight was quite long and boring. Luckily Minamo had managed to placate Yukari with chocolate and other snacks for the wait, which left her to attempt to read a book, unfortunately, she instead ended up checking the departures board and her watch every fifteen minutes.

Even though Minamo knew that plane travel was pretty safe, especially compared to Yukari's driving, when it came to taking their seats she was a little scared. Yukari on the other hand was bouncing up and down like an excited child as the aircraft taxied to the runway. As the plane gathered speed for the take off Yukari acted like they were on some sort of rollercoaster, flailing her arms around and whooping as the plane made it into the air.

Yukari's excitement did not last however, once the plane made it through any turbulence she had grown bored and began flicking through the in-flight entertainment and complaining about its quality loudly. After the nervy start Minamo relaxed into her normal state of mild annoyance at Yukari, several times she had to apologise for Yukari's behavior to the surrounding passengers.

As the flight continued Yukari calmed down, succumbing to her own laziness. This gave Minamo time to think, mainly about the pair's trip. She tried to keep her mind on what they would do and where they would go but she couldn't, instead her thoughts turned to the main reason the two were here, the fact that they would consummate their relationship, or at least planned too. Even having known Yukari since childhood her heart still fluttered at the thought.

Minamo stole a glance at her friend. Yukari was slumped back in her chair snoring softly, even though Minamo had seen the sight a million times, it now gave her a warm, comforting feeling. Taking advantage of Yukari's state Minamo searched out for her friend's hand with her's. Feeling the soft warmth through her skin Minamo blushed slightly before relaxing into her own chair and closing her eyes.

Minamo didn't get too much sleep however, it seemed like Yukari was the same too, both women slept in fits and starts during the flight. Minamo attempted to busy herself with other activities but the in-flight entertainment was as boring as Yukari had described and she didn't feel in the mood to read the book she'd brought with her.

Eventually the couple made it to England and both felt exhausted, they made their way through arrivals, collecting their baggage, before taking a taxi straight to their hotel. Once booked into the hotel both women collapsed onto their bed and slept.

Minamo didn't know how long they had slept but she was awoken by the morning light seeping through the window of the room. Sitting up, Minamo surveyed the room. Yukari was sleeping beside her; both of the women were still in their clothes from the day before. The room while not the biggest was a decent size and modernly furnished, on the bedside table next to her was a little welcome pack, with suggestions on places to go and see. Next to the pack was where Minamo had left the key to their room.

The large double bed faced a cabinet with a decent looking Television on it; either side of the bed was a bedside table. To Minamo's left was a wardrobe and to her right the large window that had awoken her. To the left of the cabinet was a short corridor that contained two doors. The door on the left wall led out of the room into the floor's main corridor, on the opposite wall was the door that led to the bathroom, meaning Minamo couldn't see into the bathroom from the bed but could see as soon as anyone left it, if she leaned over enough. The wall facing Minamo at the end of the short corridor had a health and safety checklist on it, informing customers not to have open flames etc. in the room.

Minamo's clothes felt clingy and dirty so she clambered off the bed and searched through her luggage, which had been left resting against the cabinet, to find some new, clean clothes. Finding some, she looked back at Yukari who was still sleeping.

Better not try to wake her.

Minamo made her way to the bathroom to grab a shower.

I'll have to wake her sometime though. Maybe I'll grab us some breakfast, food normally pacifies her.

After her shower Minamo made her way down to the street outside the hotel, were she vaguely remembered seeing some sort of bakery nearby as they'd arrived the day before. After some time Minamo was able to find the store and with some effort and alot of gesturing was able to purchase some coffee and pastries. When Minamo returned to her room Yukari was just stirring and when she was presented with her freshly made breakfast she enveloped Minamo in a big bear hug to show her appreciation.

Minamo she still wasn't totally confident in her English skills, so Yukari had the job of navigator of their travels, a fact that worried Minamo greatly.

Sill, as they set off for the day, they had only gotten slightly lost on their way to their destination, the first of many museums that Minamo had insisted they visit.

Yukari did her best to complain loudly every time they entered a new location and although Minamo had to admit some of the where a little dry even for Minamo's tastes, she could tell that Yukari was enjoying some of the more interesting places, especially if the attraction had an interactive element, even if it was really meant to keep children's attention not an adult woman's.

One place that Yukari had picked was called 'Hamleys' appeared to be just a big toy shop. Inside Minamo was made to trail after Yukari, like an embarrassed parent, as she wondered around the various floors. Feeling Yukari's growing boredom with the museum heavy itinerary Minamo decided to call for a late lunch break and visit some of the more famous retail areas.

Towards the end of the day Yukari suggested that they visit a traditional English pub. Minamo doubted how 'traditional' any pub they'd find would be but guessed Yukari just wanted to have a drink anyway.

'Okay, just don't have too many, I don't want to lug a drunk Yukari around a foreign city' warned Minamo. Yukari having clearly only heard 'okay' was already making her way down the street, arms in the air shouting what Minamo thought was 'Drink Time!' in English, which drew the attention of several groups on the busy path.

It had been a quiet day in 'The Rusty Kraken' with only a few regulars populating their well-worn seats, so the bartender, Big Al, was more than a little surprised when two middle-aged Japanese women came through the door in a loud heat conversation. Quickly the short-haired one attempted to quite the louder more aggressive sounding one after she noticed the other patrons eyeing the new arrivals. The loud one simply waved off her friend, pointing to a table, obviously telling her to sit. After a sigh the short-haired woman turned and headed for the table and the loud one skipped over to the bar.

'A fine day my good man' said the woman playfully.

'Ah, you speak English' said Al, with a sigh of relief.

'Of course, in fact I'm an English teacher' the woman boasted.

'Oh good, good, so what can I get you?' asked Al politely. After pondering for a couple of seconds the woman seemed to point to two of the bar taps at random.

'A pint of that and this' she had selected a dark rick stout and a local ale, it wasn't what women normally ordered but Al just shrugged and began pouring the first pint, 'hey you know that woman I came in with?' the woman continued, leaning over the bar slightly. Al nodded.

'She's my girlfriend' her voice full of pride.

'Okay…' replied Al confused about why the woman would bring it up and a little surprised. The woman then seemed to finally take in her surroundings.

'Wait this isn't a gay bar' she half asked.

'Err, no…' said Al, not really sure how the woman would have thought so. Al finished of the second pint, sliding them over to the woman before typing up the order on the cash register.

'Em, sorry about that' apologized the woman, clearly embarrassed with herself.

'Its okay' said AL with a laugh, 'We'd probably get more customers if it was'

'Yeah' nodded the woman, 'So is there any gay bars round here?'

'Hmm, can't say I'd know I'm afraid' said Al, not recalling noticing anything in the immediate area, 'but just because you're gay doesn't mean you have to go to a gay bar. We try to be welcoming to all customers' cursing himself for sounding so trite.

'No, it's not about that' she said with a smile, 'Nyamo, err my friend, I just wanted to freak her out a little' adding a wink. This made Al laugh again, he was glad this rather odd couple had appeared, the exchange had brighten his otherwise tedious day. After the woman had paid and they had exchanged a 'thank you' and she went off to her girlfriend.

Minamo looked over as Yukari came back with two pints, walking slowly in an effort not to spill the liquid.

'What took you so long?'

'Just having a friendly chat' said Yukari with a shrug, as she sat down.

'Right…' said Minamo, eyeing her friend suspiciously, 'are you sure he wasn't complaining at you?'

'Me?'

'You know, when we came in arguing and causing a disturbance'

'Oh that, nah he never mentioned it'

'Oh okay, so what were you talking about?'

'Never mind that' said Yukari, trying to change the subject, 'which beer do you want?'

'Well, what are they?' asked Minamo, studying the two glasses in front of her.

'Em, a dark beer and a light beer' Yukari suggested vaguely. Minamo sighed knowing Yukari was describing the colour of the drinks more than the taste, she guessed she'd probably like the lighter one more so chose that one.

After a couple of drinks Minamo decided it was probably best they headed back to the hotel, both women were a little tipsy but sober enough to know what they were doing.

By the time the pair arrived back to the hotel they had sobered up but were no less jovial.

Once back in their room Yukari imminently flopped onto the bed while Minamo quickly rushed to the bathroom. Once she had relieved herself she returned to the bedroom to find Yukari had changed, or rather she had just changed into a slightly oversized shirt but left her legs bare. Minamo was surprised how excited this made her feel and blushed a little, luckily Yukari seemed to be more interested in the television she'd turned on.

Suddenly feeling her clothes probably needed changing too Minamo started to rifle through her luggage to find some combatable clothes. Once she had found something suitable she turned to head for the privacy of the bathroom when she was stop by a voice behind her.

'And where do you think you're going?'

'To change'

'You can change here, I don't mind' said Yukari innocently.

'Yukari, I not stripping for you' sighed Minamo.

'I'm not asking you too' said Yukari but she clearly seemed to be setting herself up for a show. Minamo sighed again but she was getting excited too, her heart was beating rapidly. Nervously she stood still for a couple of seconds, deciding what to do before pulling the summer dress she had been wearing over her head. As she did Minamo turned so her back was too Yukari, not wanting the other woman see how red her face was.

Standing in just her underwear Minamo fumbled with the t-shit she'd picked out, her heart was beating so loudly it was the only thing she could hear.

With a jolt she felt arms around her waist, she dropped the t-shirt in shock.

'I think that's probably enough clothes for now' whispered Yukari in Minamo's ear. Minamo tried to resist but was silenced by kisses on her neck. Gently she was guided to the bed and before she knew it Yukari was straddled on top of her, smothering her with kisses.

Minamo's mind was screaming but nothing that made any sense but one thought.

Is this the time? Are we going to do it?

She was answered when Yukari started tickling her.

'Stop! Stop! I give up' laughed Minamo as she squired under Yukari. The English Teacher sat back a little but still pinning Minamo under her, she ginned down at her friend, 'Geez Yukari, way to ruin the mood'

'Hehe, so you were enjoying it?' boasted Yukari.

'Oh course' struggled Minamo, with a blush. Minamo always hated inflating Yukari's ego.

'Well you'll be glad to know I haven't ruined anything' said Yukari slowly unbuttoning her shirt. Minamo licked her lips as she saw the skin beneath, glistening slightly with perspiration. Positioning herself so that she could sit up, Minamo sat with Yukari in her lap and legs wrapped around her. Minamo started kissing her neck as Yukari finished removing her shirt.

Minamo felt the heat of Yukari's body, so must warmer than usual and guessed she was probably much the same. She felt Yukari's hands on her cheek, gliding Minamo's lips back to hers. Both their hands were exploring each other's bodies.

Minamo sense of time blurred and she wasn't sure when it happened but both the women were naked. At this point Minamo had lost all senses but the moment and she was drowning in the pleasure of it.

Minamo awoke slowly, at first she just felt warm, then as her senses started to return she felt her arm draped across soft skin. Her legs were entangled in another's. She daren't open her eyes for the moment instead she gently glided her hand over the skins curves, finding excitement in the touch. A soft murmur came from the other body and finally Minamo opened her eyes. Relieved she saw that Yukari wasn't awake, so she rest back into her lover's arms.

Lover? Minamo thought to herself, we're lovers! Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god!

Minamo squealed slightly and turned bright red. She'd never felt this happy. Yukari stirred slightly, her eyes opened slowly as she turned to look at Minamo.

'Hey babe' she said softy; Minamo couldn't stop the smile that spread across her face and wrapped the other woman in a tight embrace. Minamo repositioned herself so that she was lying on top of Yukari and began to kiss her partner.

After a feverish few minutes Minamo felt tears streaming down her face, as she pulled back slightly she felt Yukari's hand cup her face. She looked down at Yukari who just smiled a warm smile as she wiped the tears from Minamo's face. Even as she did, Yukari herself began to tear up.

'You've started me off now, Nyamo'

Both women couldn't help be start laughing. After they had calmed down a little they returned to their embrace, tangling themselves together into one body. Neither woman wanted to leave the bed, for fear of spoiling the mood.

'We're gonna have to leave the bed at some point you know?' informed Minamo, regretfully.

'Don't wanna' pouted Yukari.

'Well, I kind of need the toilet' said Minamo, blushing a little with embarrassment.

'Ah…So do I, now you mention it' said Yukari, seemly having forgotten her body had functions.

With regret Minamo untangled herself from Yukari and climbed out of their bed. As she padded over to the bathroom she felt the cool air on her skin and remembered she was stark naked. While under the bed sheets she hadn't felt embarrassed but in the open she suddenly became conscious of her body. From behind her Minamo heard a satisfied snigger and she turned to see Yukari eyeing her with a smug smile.

'Yukari!' screamed Minamo, trying to cover her breasts.

''You missed a bit' laughed Yukari pointing to Minamo's lower area. Minamo shrieked as she ran into the bathroom with Yukari still laughing behind her. A minute or so past when Minamo heard a knock at the door.

'Come on Nyamo, I was only messing' cam Yukari's voice through the door, 'Besides why are you getting embarrassed now?'

Minamo had to admit that Yukari was right; there wasn't much logic behind getting embarrassed now.

'Look, you're beautiful Nyamo, you have no reason to be embarrassed' said Yukari awkwardly.

'Really?' asked Minamo brightening a little.

'Yeah of course, now can you open the door?'

Minamo went over to the door and opened it slowly to reveal a naked Yukari; she blushed as she eyed her friend.

'Okay now? We're both embarrassed. Now…' added Yukari beginning to hop impatiently, 'I really need to go'

'Oh sorry' mumbled Minamo slipping out of the entrance as Yukari rushed into the bathroom shutting the door behind her. With a sigh Minamo fell onto their bed.

God, why am I being such an idiot?

After a few minutes she heard the shower start and cough from behind her, obviously Yukari was trying to get her attention. Twisting her body slightly Minamo positioned herself to keep herself somewhat modest, remembering that she was on top of the sheets not under them. She leaned her head to see the corridor better and Yukari's head poking through the bathroom door. Yukari's arm appeared and she attempted to seductively beacon over Minamo.

Minamo simply shook her head and mouthed 'what?' confused as to what her friend was trying to do. Yukari persevered, this time sticking out a bare leg into view and caressing the doorframe. Finally Minamo was getting what Yukari was trying to do when suddenly Yukari wobbled her one supporting leg slipping. She fell on her butt with a thump, after the initial impact she quickly sprawled out onto the floor, only her top half, from her belly button up visible. Looking up at the ceiling all she could do was utter a weak 'Ow'.

Seconds later Minamo, who had been trying to keep it in, burst out laughing, holding her sides and rolling around the bed.

'It's not funny you know' informed Yukari, still staring at the ceiling. After she had calmed down a bit Minamo walked over to her friend, standing over her, her arms on her hips.

'It was' she smiled, looking down at her friend, 'and what exactly where you trying to do?'

'Get you to come over and have a sexy shower with me' mumbled Yukari, pouting a little.

'Well I guess you got me over here in a way' offered Minamo with a sigh, 'Come on and get up'

Minamo held out her hand and hefted Yukari off the floor when she took it.

'Least you're not as conscious now' said Yukari rubbing her butt gently.

'Yeah' Minamo had to admit Yukari had lightened her mood over being naked.

'So still want to take that shower with me?' asked Yukari, speaking softly and trying to regain some of her credibility. Minamo blushed as she felt the heat of Yukari's body press against hers and her heart began to pound loudly in her chest. Instead of saying anything Minamo decided to answer with a deep kiss. Not stopping the kiss Minamo let Yukari lead them into the bathroom and to a long, hot shower.

Eventually they returned to the bedroom, Minamo seating herself slowly onto the bed, her legs a little weak.

'Wow, that was the best and most tiring shower I've ever had'

'Well' began Yukari, puffing out her chest, 'I am the great Yukari'

'Yes you are' giggled Minamo, flopping onto the bed. She felt the bed shake and wobble as Yukari flung herself to her friend's side. Propping herself up with her elbow she began to caress Minamo, running her fingers over her subtly defined abs. Minamo hummed at the touch and Yukari leaned down and began kissing her neck.

'Yukari, we can't do this' said Minamo, 'We have places to go, to see'

'Do we have to?' asked Yukari between kisses, making her way to Minamo's breasts and her hand travelling lower.

'Yes, we can do this later' said Minamo, struggling with her own argument.

'Just give me ten minutes then'

'Okay ten minutes'

Several hours later Minamo and Yukari made it into the city and it was already mid afternoon. Still they managed to see a few places before they closed. Yukari then suggested that they should check out the nightlife, specifically she had found the names of a couple of very good restaurants on some online eating out guide and wanted to check them out. Realising that they hadn't really eaten anything all day Minamo gladly agreed.

When they reached the restaurant Minamo had to admit it looked pretty ordinary but the food turned out to be delicious and to Yukari's glee, generously portioned.

'So what now?' asked Minamo.

'Dessert?' asked Yukari.

'You know what I'm talking about, where do we go from here with the relationship thing?'

'Well, I don't know about you but I'm pretty happy where we are right know'

'Yes, and so am I but I'm talking more about telling the parents thing. We kind of just chose to ignore it last time it came up but I think we have to come out sometime'

'I guess you're right' said Yukari with a sigh, 'But we have to do it face to face, so why don't we try not to worry about it till we get back home and just enjoy the rest of the vacation'

Minamo suspected that Yukari was just trying to ignore it again but she had a point, so Minamo decided to try and forget the issue and enjoy the time they had left. Thinking back with a smile to last night and that morning Minamo had no doubts that the rest of the vacation would be very enjoyable indeed.

And she was right and although they spent increasingly less time sightseeing each day Minamo just about managed to see all the sights on her itinerary.

When it came time to leave the hotel Minamo felt a little twinge of sadness but was also glad to be going home. As the pair booked out of their room she noticed that the young receptionist was blushing a lot and avoiding eye contact.

A thought popped into her mind, Why is she so nervous? Wait, how thin are the walls here?

When Minamo brought up the issue with Yukari, that the hotel staff might've heard them, she just laughed it off.

'Probably but who cares if they did?'

While Yukari didn't seem to care, the thought preoccupied Minamo till they got to the airport where she decided it let it go; she had more important things to think about, like how she would come out to her mother.

When would be the best time? Should I bring Yukari along? I mean I should but those two don't get along at the best of times and no doubt Yukari would say something stupid.

Minamo had planned on discussing the issues with Yukari when on the plane but the woman had dozed off before Minamo had noticed.

Honestly how does she make me love her? But I do, she thought to herself as she looked at Yukari's sleeping face, I really do love you Yukari.

Minamo sneaked a kiss before taking Yukari's hand in her's, resting her head on her friend's shoulder and closing her eyes. The pair stayed this way through most of their flight, waking intermittently but not speaking much, each just enjoy the other's presence in comfortable silence.

As the step off the flight Yukari suddenly screamed 'Best vacation ever!', waving her arms in the air and drawing the attention of all those around her before taking Minamo's hand and skipping off to reclaim their baggage. Here Yukari's mood soured somewhat as she had to wait impatiently for their luggage, while Minamo remembered to called Mrs. Tanizaki to make sure she had remembered to come pick them up, she didn't get an answer so hoped that meant Mrs. Tanizaki was in the middle of driving there.

Luckily Minamo was right and after wandering the large car park they located the famed 'Yukarimobile'. During the drive back they all talked about the sights the couple had seen and Yukari inserted the odd innuendo, adding a wink in Minamo's direction much to her annoyance and Mrs. Tanizaki's confusion.

Eventually the women made it back to Minamo's apartment. Yukari grabbed a few clothes from one of the suitcases and told her mother that she would stay at Minamo's tonight, telling her to just dump the rest of her stuff in her bedroom, which she would sort out later. Minamo thanked and apologized to Mrs. Tanizaki for herself and Yukari while she unloaded her things from the car. Mrs. Tanizaki help the pair with their luggage and handed back Minamo her keys, which Minamo had left with her for safekeeping, before saying her goodbyes.

Inside the apartment was the same as she had left it. It felt a little weird to be back but good weird. As she moved her baggage out of the hallway into the main room, to be sorted later, she heard a voice coming from the bedroom.

'Nyamo, come to bed'

'I not really tired…' started Minamo before she trailed off as she saw an already half-naked Yukari at the bedroom doorway.

'You will be when we're finished' joked Yukari, a cheeky grin spreading across her face. Minamo's heart leapt and she bit her lip. She made her way across the room at haste, pulling the clothes from her body as she went. When the two women came together they exchanged kisses, undressing each other as they made their way to the bed.

Hours later Minamo laid in Yukari's arms as they watched television on the sofa. Both were practically naked, comfortable with each other now that they could relax this way. Besides it was still summer and after they're hot sessions they needed to cool down.

As Minamo dozed lazily in Yukari's arms she thought to herself.

Whatever happens, be it coming out to are parent or the school and anything else life decides to throw at us, as long as I have you to come back to I think we're gonna be okay.

As if sensing her lover's thoughts Yukari kissed Minamo on the forehead and squeezed her hand in her's.

'Love you, Nyamo' whispered Yukari.

'Love you too, babe' Minamo whispered back.

A/N Wow, finally done, sorry it took awhile. This'll be the last chapter as I think this is a nice place to finish it. If you wanted to know how them coming out would go then I'm a fan (even though its kinda terrible) of lesbians getting walked in on by a parent or similar character, so that'd probably happen :P Either way always gonna be a happy ending in the end, there's enough angsty lesbians, sorry rambling.

Anyway thanks to anyone and everyone that got this far, especially to anyone who reviews. Hope you dudes and dudettes had fun and enjoyed this little piece of fluff.