Drinking Buddies ch 3
"Yes," Tsunade replied, her voice catching in her throat. "But it doesn't have to be a long one, right? We can call, text, video chat... whatever it takes to keep the connection going." Rangiku stepped forward, wrapping her arms around Tsunade in a tight embrace. Tsunade returned the favor, feeling the warmth and strength of her friend's body against hers. They held each other for what felt like an eternity, their hearts beating in perfect harmony.Eventually, they pulled away, reluctant to break the connection. "Well," Rangiku said, smiling softly, "I guess this is goodbye for now. But it's not the end, okay? We'll see each other again soon." Tsunade nodded, wiping a stray tear from her cheek. "Yes, we will. And until then, we'll just have to make sure we keep those stars shining bright, won't we?" They shared one last look, their eyes filled with promise and hope. Then, with one final wave, they turned and walked out the door, their footsteps echoing in the silence of the night.
As they drove away from the beach house, Tsunade couldn't help but feel a sense of longing. She missed Rangiku already, and she knew the feeling was mutual. They'd created a bond over the course of that weekend that went beyond friendship, beyond lust. It was a connection that ran deep, one that would never fade away completely.Throughout the drive home, Tsunade found herself lost in thought, reliving their perfect weekend together. The memories played like a movie reel in her mind, each scene more vivid and intense than the last. She smiled to herself, feeling a warmth spread through her chest. She couldn't wait to see Rangiku again, to continue their journey together.