Emily woke the next morning to a text message from Paige. They were meeting at noon but having been unable to figure out a neutral location with enough privacy, Paige told Emily to leave it with her and she would come up with a suitable spot. Emily opened the text message to read where Paige had decided was appropriate to meet. Despite herself, her lips moved up into a grin when she read the message. She didn't know why it surprised her, or how neither of them had thought of it yesterday, but it was perfect.

Emily opened parked her car in the parking lot, the only other car there was Paige's. Emily spotted Paige sitting on the wall infront of her car, two coffee cups beside her. It all felt so familiar to Emily, it made her relax despite the impending awkward conversation they were about to have. Emily got out of her car and began to walk towards Paige.

"If you think we're going racing then you'll be sorely disappointed McCullers." Emily teased as Paige spotted her approaching.

"Don't worry Fields, we both know who'd win that race and I'd hate to leave you embarrassed." Paige teased back as they fell back into the old head games they used play back when they swam together as she handed Emily one of the cups of coffee.

Paige had texted her saying she got the keys for the natatorium off their high school swim coach, Coach Fulton. Emily of course had been in a pool in the past few years but it had been a long time since she swam lengths. She had to admit it was the perfect place for her and Paige to talk. This natatorium used to have such a calming effect, on both of them. The pool was a place they would turn to during hard times or when they needed to think. So when Paige texted the location it seemed particularly fitting. Emily was feeling nostalgic being back here with Paige.

"God it's been years since I was in this place." Emily said as she looked around in wonder, allowing the smell of chlorine fill her lungs. She closed her eyes and inhaled deeply. It was amazing the effect that the water still had on her, instantly feeling calm.

Paige stared at Emily as she stood there with her eyes closed, soaking in the familiar smell and surroundings. It was the calmest Paige had seen Emily since she returned to Rosewood.

"Well what you waiting for, superstar." Paige smirked as she began to tug off her sweat pants and t-shirt, her bathing suit on underneath. Superstar was a name she used call Emily back when they were on the swim team together and it earned her a grin from Emily. Emily stripped down to her one bathing suit and instantly dove into the pool, Paige quickly on her heels.

Paige and Emily fell into a rhythm, swimming alongside one another. They were so in sync with one another, each coming up for air at the same time, alternating arms in time with one another, they were very much in tune with each other.

After swimming a few lengths Paige pulled up at the end of the pool and dragged her lean and toned body out of the water. She sat on the edge of the pool as she watched Emily continue with a few more lengths. Emily was so gracious in the water that Paige could watch her all day.

Emily was aware that Paige had pulled up on the last length but Emily panicked as she suddenly remembered the reason they were here in the first place. She decided to continue on with a few more lengths in order to prepare herself. As she approached Paige again she pulled up and slowely rose from the water to sit alongside Paige. Neither girl spoke for a few moments. Both just sat kicking their feet lightly against the water, an awkward air beginning to form around them.

"Feel's kind of like old times doesn't it?" Paige said with a smile as she turned to look at Emily who was staring intensely at the glimmering water.

"So much happened here it's easy to get lost in it all, but in reality things are so different from what they were like back then." Emily said softly with a distant look in her eye.

"I think there something still there though Em. I hurt you and I deserve you being mad at me, I do. But don't you ever think that maybe this is our second chance?" Paige asked, a slight desperation present in her voice which made Emily unable to look at Paige's questioning eyes.

"I think Hanna forced us into this situation. I mean if she hadn't have arranged this whole set up Paige we probably never would have gotten back in contact." Emily replied, trying to keep her voice even, not wanting her emotions to get the better of her.

"I always wanted too. It's always been you Em. You can look at it whatever way you want but the way I see it, its fate. Sure Hanna might have helped it along but I think me and you have always been destined to be together." Paige said, her voice trembling. Emily could hear how sincere Paige's words are.

Emily finally looked up from the water to see Paige's brown eyes engulfing her. Emily could see Paige meant every word. She knew she was sorry for the past. Emily was always stubborn and she was holding this grudge for far too long. She couldn't face having Paige break her heart again, last time it killed her. She's been a different person since. But she can't deny how amazing they were together. Could they get back to that place?

Paige was studying Emily face, trying to read her expressions for any hint of what she was thinking. Nothing. She couldn't tell what was going on in that gorgeous brunette head of hers. Paige was preparing herself for a let down as it had been a few minutes since Emily had spoken.

Emily rose to her feet and held a hand down for Paige to pull her up. Paige looked at Emily in confusion, she still had not said a word. Paige stared at her hand but couldn't bring herself to take it as she feared it meant the end of this conversation and they still hadn't resolved anything.

"I'll take that as you wanting nothing to do with me then." Paige said in a deflated tone as she looked down at the water.

"I never said that now did I." Emily said lightly. "Come on, lets go back to mine and have some food, I'm starving after all those lengths"

Paige looked back at Emily, not really understanding what was going on. Emily could see Paige was confused.

"Okay Paige look, I do still feel something, I do. It's just going to take me some time to get used to the idea of a me and you again. I'm not saying no, I'm just saying maybe it would be good to spend a bit of time together again. A reminder of how things used to be." Emily said giving Paige a small smile as she still held out her hand for Paige.

Paige smiled up at Emily as she took her hand and she helped her too her feet. It wasn't a no, Paige still had work to do but Emily was worth the effort. Both girls headed to the dressing rooms to take quick showers and change back into their sweats. Emily left Paige to shower first. Once Emily had finished in the shower she returned to find Paige in her underwear as she towel dried her hair. Emily couldn't help but leave her eyes wander over Paige's lean and toned body. She was still in great shape. Emily's eye's lingered and suddenly Paige caught her glare, a knowing smile forming on her face as Emily looked away blushing. She could feel butterflies in the pit of her stomach. Yep, Paige McCullers still had this effect on her. She couldn't deny the attraction. Both girls finished getting dressed and decided on driving back to Emily's in their own cars. As Emily drove she could feel nerves building in her stomach. Her breathing was becoming uneven and she her mind was reeling. Seeing Paige stood semi naked in the locker rooms had awoken something within her. She took a few deep breaths trying to steady herself as she pulled up at her house, Paige right behind her.

Emily and Paige walked up the porch in silence Emily fumbled with the keys in the lock and eventually led the way inside the hall. Paige could tell something was off with Emily.

"Em, if you're having second thoughts about me being here…." Paige was cut off midsentence by Emily's lips crashing against her own. Paige was caught completely off guard and pulled away from a flustered Emily.

"I thought you said you needed time?" Paige asked in confusion.

"Oh screw that." Emily responded as she pounced on Paige's lips once more. Feeling no hesitation this time from Paige. Emily's arms wrapped around Paige's neck and her hands ran through her hair. Paige's hands wrapped around Emily's waist as she pulled their bodies together tightly. Their lips danced together, Emily parted her lips and grazed her tongue across Paige's lips, seeking entrance. Paige's lips parted allowing Emily's tongue to explore her mouth as both their tongues now began a battle with one another. Paige moaned as she felt Emily's hands move under her shirt and resting on Paige's hips. The kiss had grown heated and passionate with neither girl intending on breaking it. It was a kiss that was making up for all the lost time, both girls trying to devour as much of one another as possible. Paige felt Emily's pulling her towards the stairs, without breaking their lips apart they made their way up to Emily's room. They reached the door and Paige paused for a moment and pulled apart from Emily, staring deeply into her eyes as if searching for any sign of hesitation. She was met with none and Emily placed her hands on Paige's cheek and pulled her in for another searing kiss as she opened her bedroom door.

A/N

Would love to hear peoples reactions to this. Haven't had much of a response lately, should i continue with this story?

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