Hey guys, per request were on to the next chapter. Sorry for the short delay on this chapter. I had to roll my mind over some ideas on where I want to take the next step. This is slightly a filler chapter just pushing into the flirty banter that is about to happen. Once you read this chapter though give me some feed back on what you might want to see in the future. I don't mind working stuff into the story line. Also give me an opinion on Octavia and Raven... Yes or No? Thanks you once again everyone. I should have the next chapter out by later tonight if not tomorrow morning. =)
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Lexa stood tall with a stoic look on her face. She didn't want to show emotion she didn't want anyone walking in on her right now knowing she was a little hurt. She hadn't moved since the short conversation she had with Clarke. She wasn't even sure what to say or what to think of herself. She hadn't expected the first real meet to go down this way. Was she wrong, did she say something that offensive to have the blonde walk out. Her mind was twisting and turning over the events that just happened playing it back once again.
"Hi it's nice to meet you Clarke. I am Alexandra Voss" she knew she laughed at the blondes words and maybe it wasn't right too. Maybe the joke had gone to far. Maybe she messed up the best shot she had with Clarke by finally being honest. She wanted to hit something for letting her guard down with someone once again.
Turning to try and shake off what just happened she sat back down pushing the pencil behind her ear stretching her arms out over the table to lay her head down.
"I can't believe you. Is this what you do to every random girl you just happen to find attractive. Throw a name out there knowing your money can get you out of things."
The joke wasn't meant to look like a ruse. She really was interested in Clarke. It had been the first time in awhile someone had caught her eye. Pounding her head a little for probably ruining a moment once again with a joke. She knew she needed to be more serious at times. Maybe her father was right about her, she needed to grow up.
"I am sure I am not the first you have pulled this prank on. No wonder we had free drinks and a random car ride home. Do you flash that smirk at everyone or were you just trying to add an extra effort for me. You really have a sick sense of humor."
Playing Clarke's words over in her head she bumped the table again groaning mentaling cursing herself for being so stupid. A few more bumps to actually make her sit up rubbing her forehead feeling the pain.
"Damn you Lexa. Will there ever be a time you don't screw shit up with a girl actually worth your time" she spoke out loud to herself shoving the chair as she started to pace the room. "Could it be possible to get her back" she stopped leaning her hands on the station feeling the pencil slip from her ear watching it hit the table and roll. "Prove yourself Lexa" that is exactly what she needed to do talking to herself as if she was in a real conversation.
Stomping out of the office where she was just smacked in the face with the truth about the other Clarke or should she call her Miss Voss. Stunned is all she could think. She was just played as a simple pawn in this girls playbook. How many times has this happened. Could she be so dumb and blind or maybe the real effects of her hair color were finally shining through. Shoving out the front doors Clarke stopped on the stairs hearing her phone blast out Octavia's ringtone. Ughhh she wasn't in the mood for a lecture but it was her best friend and she had a mindful to spit out.
"Hello" Clarke threw out a little hostile.
"Woah. Hello to you too princess. What has your panties in a bunch this morning." Octavia gave a small laugh through the phone.
"You are never going to believe what just happened to me" Clarke spoke sitting down on the steps in front of Voss Inc.
"What did you get the sexy commander Clarke's number" Clarke could hear the humor behind her words.
"No I got smacked in the face that our sexy commander Clarke is actually Alexandra fucking Voss and I or maybe I should say we were just a huge joke to this girl and her money." ouch Clarke thought to herself laying it on a little thick to Octavia.
"No waayyy. So you are saying we partied with the heir of Voss and Taylor and we didn't even know it. Wait no you're saying the heir of Voss and Taylor wants to get in your pants Clarke." Oh My God. I can't believe this." she could hear Octavia pretty much jumping up and down on the other end of the phone.
"No Octavia. This isn't good news. This means I just raised the stupid flag playing along with this girl's ridiculous games. I was used. I sat over here thinking maybe I had a chance with this girl. You know the one with green eyes always shining with humor. That smirk I couldn't get enough of. The one that no matter what got said I couldn't help but laugh." Clarke let her head fall on her knees listening to what she had just said. She finally admitted she might have a thing for the girl, for Alexandra Voss.
"Well well well Clarke" she heard Octavia exaggerate her words. "Who knew you had a thing for the newly found and very sexy Alexandra Voss. I mean come on Clarke I am straight and I might even question my sexuality on that girl." Octavia made note of what she just said about her possibly liking a girl and so did Clarke.
"You are being no help O" Clarked grumbled into the phone.
"Be real about the situation Clarke. She likes you that is more then obvious. So why not play the game give her a little play back or havoc before you both lay it on each other. The sexual tension playing off the two of you says enough" she heard Octavia give her best serious tone she could.
"Play the game? What are you trying to say O" Clarke pleaded for help.
"Did you get your keys." randomly changing the topic Octavia asked.
"Damn no I forgot to ask. I was thrown off walking into a room thinking wow running into this girl is never going to stop to being smacked in the face with the fact that not only did she lie but she is a freaking billionaire. Do you think my keys were important at the second."
"No but I am sure that if your keys are still lost she will pay for the new locks and replacements" trying to lighten the subject a little preparing her new plan for Clarke.
"Really O. This is not about me exploiting this girl for money. That is the last thing I need or want."
"I know Clarke, which is why I am suggesting give her back a little taste of her own medicine. Let's teach Alexandra Voss who the real Clarke is."
Lifting her head off her knees. Clarke let Octavia's words roll around in her head. Play the game. Maybe Octavia is right. Why raise the white flag when you can just play the cards dealt to you. Clarke knew she was great at being a flirt and even better at having a poker face so why not have a little fun with a simple prank back on the commander causing her to laugh at little at the thought of this unfolding.
"Clarke you still there." She heard Octavia asking pulling her from her own thoughts.
"Yes O, I am here and yes let's have a little fun with Alexandra Voss." Clarke smiled thinking about it and knowing it meant she got to spend a little more time with the girl even if it wasn't smart.
"Oh my god you are serious This is going to be a blast I can't wait for it. Okay so first move Clarke you have to go back in there and confront her face to face and get your keys back. You know she has them it's why she made you come back. Now try and put a little sexy into it we both know you lack the seductive manner."
"Really O thanks a lot." Clarke laughed at her friend. "You don't know anything about me and how sexy I can be. I try not to seduce my best friends but I will make sure I apply myself into this and I will show you what sexy is later on." laughing Clarke started to hang up the phone. Hearing the protest before actually ending the call.
Standing back up fixing her shorts and tank top. Running her hands through her blonde hair pushing it back she thought of her plan. Okay okay how am I going to do this. Shoving her sunglasses back on her face she spoke to herself. Your eyes they are always complimented so let's lift the glasses when you face her. Show the true color to them. Swagger like Raven would say try and flaunt it. "What the hell does that even mean" Clarke said out loud not caring about anyone watching her. Let's just be me it has seemed to be working so far she marched back up the steps pushing the doors open once again to Voss Inc.
Hearing her phone beep she pulled it out. Costia just giving her the address to the art gallery tonight.
Cos: So how was your meeting with Clarke. I seen her heading into your office when I was leaving.
Lexa: So it was you that told her where to find me?
Cos: I just helped her out a little, so is she coming with you tonight to the show.
Lexa: NO your plan backfired and she bitched me out for lying and accused me of using my money to do so.
Cos: Wow that is not what I expected, after seeing her mention your name or well your other name at the time being. Well bring yourself to the show tonight and will talk more about it. Love you.
Lexa: Love you to Coss I will see you there at 7pm.
Cos: xoxoxo
Shoving her phone back in her pocket she started to pace again. Hopefully tonight she would distract herself and then think of a way to see Clarke again but this time not under a false name maybe the blonde would give her another chance.
"Commander" one of the construction men spoke up causing her to turn around.
"Yes Gustus" she spoke to the man.
"Are you going to be here at the bar tonight or should I bring in another bartender for the night" he looked curiously.
"Have another one come in for the night. I am attending the community art show with Coss on Steele street. Actually schedule one for the week I might end up being busy for longer then that." She gave out her instructions.
"Yes Lexa, or Miss Voss." he smiled at her knowing he slipped using her name. He had been around since she was a little kid almost like a better father figure then what she had.
"Are you okay?" he questioned.
She knew it was coming. She usually was stoned faced with emotion but this time she could feel it across her face.
"Yes Gustus. I am okay. Can you please just make sure there is car ready tonight." she asked turning around again.
"Yes anything you need commander." He smiled watching her tip her head knowing he got a small smile out of her. "Whoever she is just know it's her loss" he left not wanting to push her anymore.
Lexa thought about his words. Her loss hmmm probably not this time. It was her own loss thinking of Clarke and the way she smiled. She hoped she was reading the girl right on her feelings. She was going to find a way to prove herself.
Standing on the outside of the door she didn't mean to listening in on Alexandra's conversation with the man. She seemed more relaxed around him and he called her Lexa which she is assuming what most called her. It fit her better. The community art show tonight is where Lexa said she would be. Clarke knew of the place because she planned on going tonight as well. She was hoping to get a few pieces of her art in the show one day. Going meant getting her name out there and hopefully catching one of the gallery owners eyes. Thinking about the situation she decided to not confront Lexa again today about her keys but maybe throwing her off guard tonight at the art show was a better idea.
"Excuse me can I help you" she heard a man clear his voice behind her. Turning she seen the same man she just watched have a conversation with Lexa. She wondered how he got to be behind her when he was just in front of her.
"Umm yes sorry I was just here looking to see if my keys came up. I lost them two days ago." She watched the man step around a front counter pulling out a small case.
"This is all that has been found. Are your keys in here" he looked as if he was sizing her up.
"Oh yes these are it. Thank you so much." Clarke smiled grabbing her keys and turning on her foot to head as quickly as she could out the door hoping to not be seen again by Lexa.
Watching the blonde turn quickly he knew it was the one Lexa had been so fascinated with. He had seen them in conversation at the bar. The way they both smiled. Maybe not the commanderrs normal type but he could tell this one was strong and determined. He could see it in her eyes. Maybe a perfect match for Lexa he decided to speak one more time.
"There is more to her than meets the eye"
Hearing the man speak one more time she glanced over her shoulder but not seeing him or anyone for the fact she pushed through the doors. Hmmm she thought to herself maybe the man wasn't speaking to her or maybe she was just hearing things either way she had an event to prepare for and a plan to set into play.
Checking the time she seen it was 6pm. She knew she had an hour till the gallery opened up. Standing in the mirror she felt herself shake a little. Why is she so nervous when she has seen Lexa several times already. Maybe it's because she would be purposely running into her tonight for a different reason. Could she pull this off could she throw Lexa off her game. Looking in the mirror again she approved of her outfit. She was wearing a light blue dress that hugged her curves well. It complimented her eyes and complexion. It was tight but not an uncomfortable tight. She hated heels but she knew this was an event for them. She pulled her hair back and had it clipped up. Wrapping her finger around her necklace. She knew it didn't fully match but she refused to take it off. It meant too much to her.
Slam she heard her front door to her apartment swing open hard causing her to jump.
"What the hell O" you about scared me to death coming in here like that.
"Sorry Clarke I was just making a classy entrance as always. I see you got your keys how was the exchange." Octavia laughed.
"I didn't get them from her I figured tonight was a better option at seeing her again." Clarke spoke before turning around to see her friend.
Octavia was in a black dress with green accents. She looked stunning. Some how O was always able to wear a dress better than anyone she knew. Noticing she was holding a bottle of champagne had Clarke wondering."Umm so where are you headed tonight looking like that with a bottle in your hand," Clarke gestured to Octavia. Seeing her eyes light up with mystery.
"This ohhh this is a celebration for us. Were both going to toast to this amazing night and our plans to have some fun with the Alexandra Voss of Voss and Taylor." lifting the bottle.
"We?" Clarke said turning around and giving one more look over in the mirror of herself.
"Yes we. Did you think I was going to let you head off to this gallery without me. I am going to be your wing man Clarke. Give you points and tips on how to drive Miss Voss crazy." Octavia laughed pouring them both a glass of champagne.
"You two are asking for trouble." both girls jumped hearing Raven speak standing in the doorway.
"Are you serious Raven? You cannot tag along tonight or at least not wearing that. This isn't just for Lexa but this is for my art as well. I have to make a good impression on these people." Clarke lifted her hands seeing Raven dressed in black skinny jeans and a vested t shirt. It was her style and showed off her tattoos.
"This." Raven spinning around making sure both girls could see her. "This is what you call swagger both of you girls should get some." she laughed grabbing the glass of champagne from Octavia.
"Sorry Clarke I like you but this girl has a date tonight." Raven said downing the whole glass.
"You have a date tonight." Octavia spit out before she realized it. Giving Raven a good look over.
Clarke stood watching both girls look at each other. Was she seeing jealousy in Octavia's eyes or was it just curiosity. She knew she could see the confidence in Ravens. She made a mental note to ask Octavia when they were alone why she seemed so judgy
"Yes I have a date. So shocking O. You do know that you are not the only one able to get a phone number around here right? smiling Raven pour another glass.
"Nervous much?" Octavia asked watching Raven down another glass of champagne. "Who is she?" Octavia asked.
Turning around Clarke seen the daggers being thrown back and forth between her two friends debating on if she should call them both out right now. Laughing she wondered if they both even knew what they were doing at the moment. It was almost like they were marking their territory unknowingly actually she was positive they both didn't even see it.
"Hey tonight is about me." Clarke spoke up hoping to kill the tension between the two.
"Yes tonight is about you." Raven said lifting an eyebrow at Octavia before turning to Clarke.
"Knock em dead blondie, and don't forget try to be like me." Raven laughed when Clarke rolled her eyes.
"I have to go and don't expect me to come home tonight." Raven flashed her million dollar smile at both girls knowing they all had their own separate apartments so it wouldn't have mattered anyway
Watching Raven skip back out the door. Clarke grabbed her purse and everything else she needed. They all had spent enough time talking she didn't want to be late or right on time either.
"You ready let's go O" Clarke said seeing the brunette shake off her feelings.
"I don't know how I feel about this date" Octavia said putting emphasis on the word date while grabbing stuff.
"You know what? Forget that. Tonight is about you Clarke. Let's go charm the pants off the sexy commander." Seeing how fast the brunette changed her face made Clarke laugh. Octavia had always been able to drop the mood and pick up on another one. She still planned on questioning her at some point though. Her obvious show of jealousy or whatever played on her face a few minutes ago deserved a talk along with what happened to Lincoln.
"Yes let's go." She downed her glass of champagne and they both set off for her car.
"Let the games begin." she laughed at Octavia dancing her way down the stairs.