Penalty Love

I Adore You

ALEXIS'S POV

My aunt's voice over the phone sounded calmer and weaker than ever. Her words came out like whispers but it was enough to hear. To be frank, my mom wasn't okay. Hearing about the accident made me want to break down again but every time I started to tear up, Leah pulled me closer to her chest. It calmed me down enough to get through all the information my aunt was dropping on me. She explained that my mom was to undergo a surgery tomorrow or she could lose her right leg. Right now, she was stable but no one could see her. They'd determine what to do next after the surgery is complete. The crash was also caused by a child running out into the road, my mom swerved and collided with another car. It was a lot to take in and I suggested that I went and stayed there until she was okay but Aunt May protested. She said that I should take it easy and stay here for work. She'd call me everyday and update me on the best time to come see her. I didn't want it to be this way but for once I had to think logically. My emotions had already caused me to have cuts on my arms and face so I wasn't planning on that happening again. We ended the call after my aunt reassured me that everything would be fine. At least she tried to, I just couldn't shake the feeling that I was cursed. Dropping the phone onto my lap I actually started to realize that I was supposed to be on a date tonight. I turned slightly so that I was now facing the girl that was sitting beside me. She gave me a weary smile and I could see that she was tired. My heart was racing at the speed of light but I had no time to think of that when she was right here with me. I embraced her into a hug which she quickly reciprocated.

"Are you hungry?" She asked, looking down at me. I nodded and she helped me get up from the bed. After some back and forth, I convinced her I was okay and stayed behind to change. After I was done I found something for her to change into.

I made my way into the kitchen while she prepared the food. I placed the clothes on a small end table and she thanked me before signaling towards the dining table. It was laced with candles and fine silverware which I recognized and realized that Mrs. Freeman helped with. I smiled thinking about all the effort she put in but couldn't help but feel bad about all the plans she had to cancel. I took a seat at the table while I waited for her to change. My mind drifted to the wine glass that broke and my arm that was bandaged. I would probably still be there if Leah had just left.

Leah came back soon and placed the dishes on the table. There were quite a few options which shocked me.

"Wow, all this for one night?" I asked, catching her attention. "You're quite the chef aren't you?"

Leah laughed and it made my heart skip a beat. "Yeah, well I wanted to give you options. So I just made a little of everything."

We continued talking and Leah tried to take my mind off what happened. It was hard though as every time I moved a pain shot through my hand. Due to that it was hard eating. Nevertheless, we finished the food and Leah took them into the kitchen with little help from me. Mostly because she wanted me to relax in case I was still weak. Afterwards she poured some wine for the both of us and we chatted for a while until the drinks started to take effect on us both. When we were done she took the glasses and then told me to join her in the living room.

My eyes followed her as she went towards a radio in the corner of the room. She changed stations until she found one which was playing an old love song. Turning to me, she smiled and held out her hand for me to take.

"Dance with me?" She asked and I didn't hesitate. In a quick movement, we were moving along to the song with Leah leading. We stayed like that for a while, just rocking to the song and enjoying the moment.

As the song ended I found myself locking eyes with her and no matter how I tried I couldn't look away. Slowly, her hands traveled to my lower waist as she pulled me in closer. A smug smile crept up her face as my face began to turn red. Seeing that, I couldn't help but to roll my eyes and push her away a bit. She wasted no time and pulled me back against her, holding me in place. This time her hands were under my shirt and touching my skin slightly. Goosebumps covered my body almost instantly and it sent shivers all over me. She noticed this and placed her hands fully on waist. Her hands were cold, yet she gave me a warm feeling.

Placing my hands around her neck, I felt a sudden rush of energy and confidence.

"You're getting really close to me." I said as I leaned in, leaving only inches between our lips. "I bet you want to kiss me."

She gave me an amused look and started to close whatever little space was left between us. Stopping right as our foreheads touched. She was dragging this out to torture even though she wanted it as well. With every second I was losing it more and more as I could feel her breath on my skin.

"You'd like that wouldn't you?" She asked while smiling.

I had an urge to push her away and play her own game but I was dying on the inside. So as a response, I closed any gap that was left finally and our lips connected. It didn't take long for her to reciprocate it as it happened almost immediately. It lasted for a couple seconds before we parted, staying very close to each other as we caught our breath. Leah let out a small laugh which was even more heavenly now that she was so close.

We stared at each other for a little longer before Leah closed the gap again. This time it was a bit softer and lighter. The kiss then turned were small pecks, which each her smile grew bigger. The moment was surreal and I felt like I was on cloud nine. For a minute I forgot I had any troubles whatsoever. I felt safe in her arms, like nothing could hurt me, she'd never let that happen. I came back from my thoughts when I felt her finally losing her grip on my waist. She was still very close to me as my hands around her neck were keeping her in place.

"Do you know how much I adore you?" She asked in a breath.

"I think I can imagine." I answered before placing a kiss on her cheek. She picked me up bridal style and took me towards the couch area which had a movie ready to play. She saw my surprised face and let out a chuckle.

"Do you have any more surprises up your sleeve?" I asked as she walked towards the kitchen. She opened the fridge and took out a tub of ice cream I had bought a few days ago. Waving it and two spoons in the air she made her way back to me and took a seat beside me. We were very close - like very very close - her hands were around my waist and all I could do was put my head on her shoulder. Her reaction proved that she was waiting for me to do it. She then un-paused the movie and Harry Potter started to play. I soon learned that she was a massive fan of the franchise. We laid there for about three movies until my eyes started to get heavy. At this point she laid on the couch while I laid on her lower abdomen area. She was so into the movie that I didn't want to bother her, I also didn't mind falling asleep here. Before drifting off I couldn't help but think about my mom. I had thought about her many times during the night but Leah always took my mind off it. I remembered what she said about finding my person and for a moment I wondered if it was Leah. Yet that was hard to swallow as I spent three years with the last person, I didn't know what the universe had in store for me now. 

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IDK..i lowkey hate writing romance