Previously~~~~~~~~~~~~
Bette watched Alice and Dana dance, a warm smile on her face. They are so cute, T.

Mmmhmmm., said Tina, her eyes still closed. She was watching something much more important. Behind her closed lids, she was watching their commitment ceremony, Bettes first pregnancy, the birth of their first child, their home life together, evenings wrapped in each others arms, soft candle light, decades of loving memories, and growing old together.

Bettes eyes drifted from Dana and Alice to Damon and his real girlfriend, Tracy Fields. Damon caught Bettes gaze and winked at her, his arms wrapped around his lady love, her blonde head resting on his strong shoulder. Bette winked in return and smiled. She had never been happier in her life. She had friends. She had Tinas love and warm embrace. She had acceptance and contentment. These werent things Bette was really accustomed to. She sighed and settled into Tinas arms.

I love you, T, said Bette, kissing Tinas hand.

I love you too., said Tina, slowly rocking them from side to side, her eyes still closed, her mind mapping out their bright future together.

And for one night, love had no boundaries and all was right in their small chaotic world. Everyone was accepted and loved and allowed to exist and love as they saw fit. For this one night, race didnt matter, gender didnt matter, baggage, heartache, and insecurities didnt matter. Under the soft glow of the multi-colored lights and the against the backdrop of the musics soft beat, a room full of ***** Alliance supporters exhaled in relief and were at peace for one night.

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The magic of the night was enough to keep Bette and Tina awake through the wee hours of the morning and into the beauty of a promising new day. After surviving the Dance Marathon and its festive closing ceremony, the loving couple had parted ways from their friends and stumbled back to their dorm room, collapsing onto Tinas bed. They were still fully clothed, shoes and all, comfortably resting in a spooning position with Tinas back pressed snuggly against Bettes *****. The exhausted pair had only been sleeping for an hour or so when the ringing of the dorm rooms phone dragged them from their dreamless slumber.

Tina made her way to the phone and answered sleepily, Hello?

Tina, hi sweetheart, its Mom.

Tina walked back to her bed and slid in next to Bette, facing her girlfriend, watching her closed eyelids.

Hi, Mom., said Tina. Bettes eyes slowly opened upon hearing this and she smiled into Tinas soft brown pools.

Oh, are you sleeping?, asked Tracy Kennard.

Yeah. I was just taking a nap.

I guess finals week really took a lot out of you. Well, at least youll be able to get some rest over break., said Tracy.

Yeah, thats true. Ill get plenty of rest., said Tina, smiling at Bette, wicked thoughts slipping into her mind.

Bette shook her head and mouthed, No rest.

Well, I wont keep you. I just wanted to see how your week went. Your flight leaves at 10 tomorrow morning, right?

Tina was smiling at Bettes antics as she replied, Yeah, around 10.

Bette slid her arm around Tinas waist and moved closer so their foreheads were touching. They lay there, staring into each others eyes as Tina listened to her mothers words.

Tina, I want you to be careful on your trip. Dont drink anything you dont get yourself. Dont leave your drink unattended and stay away from those Jello jigglers. And honey, stay away from any strange boys. I dont want you to end up on one of those Girls Gone Wild videos.

The blonde-haired beauty chuckled lightly, Dont worry, Mom. I dont think Ill be spending too much time with any strange boys. Bette and I will try and keep to ourselves.

Bette smiled at this and raised an eyebrow.

Thats good, sweetheart. You guys look out for each other., said Tracy.

We will.

Well, listen. Im gonna get off the phone and let you rest. Tell Bette I said hello and make sure you call me in the morning before you get on the plane., said Tracy.

I will., said Tina.

Great. Have a good night, Tina. I love you., said Tracy.

I love you too, Mom.

They ended their call and Tina turned off the cordless phone before dropping it to the floor and returning to Bettes embrace.

My mom said hi. She also told me to stay away from strange boys., said Tina with a smile.

Bette kissed her lovers soft lips. Well, I guess Ill just have to keep you all to myself.

I wouldnt have it any other way.

Im glad. Come here, babe., said Bette, her dark eyes filled with love and longing.

She buried her slim fingers in Tinas golden locks and pulled her girlfriend to her lips, kissing her deeply, running her tongue along her lovers lower lip. The sun-kissed blonde parted her lips and Bettes tongue slid sensually into Tinas mouth, gently teasing the soft flesh inside, sucking on her tongue.

Tina pulled them closer together so that they were resting breast to breast as they kissed each other passionately. At long last, a panting Bette pulled away from her lovers enchanting lips and smiled into soft amber eyes. A slender caramel hand traced along the smooth contour of a tanned cheek and whispered, I love you, Tina. I cant wait until tomorrow.

I cant either. I have an idea., said Tina.

What is it?

Lets pack now. Then we can get showered and lie down to rest., said Tina.

Bettes smile became wider and brighter. Together?

Tina shook her head slowly. No, not together. Were saving that for Cancun, remember?.

Bettes smile fell and she pouted. I know. But, it was worth a shot.

Bette?, asked Tina.

Yeah, babe?

Tina stared intently into Bettes eyes. When we lie down tonight, I want us to sleep in the nude. Im way too exhausted to make love, but I want to feel your skin on mine. I want to be as close to you as possible. Is that okay?

Baby, thats more than okay., said Bette, before kissing Tina one more time.

The lovers took turns showering and packing and it was a little after 9 when Bette, clad in a pair of black soccer shorts and a white tank, sauntered over to Tinas bed and sat down beside her girlfriend. The beautiful blonde was dressed similarly, having dressed after her shower.

You done, T?, asked Bette.

Tina nodded. Yep. Im done. I just gotta reset the clock.

Okay. Im gonna go turn out the overhead light. Be right back.

Bette?, said Tina, fiddling with her alarm.

Yeah, T?

Dont forget to leave those clothes on your side of the room. I dont want anything in-between you and me., said Tina, placing the clock beside her on the desk.

Okay, okay., said Bette, flipping the light switch. The room was suddenly enveloped in the soft light from Tinas desk lamp as Bette padded over to her side of the room and prepared to undress. She could feel Tinas eyes on her and looked over to meet her girlfriends gaze.

Bette Porter was suddenly shy. Are.are you gonna watch me undress?

Tina leaned back on the bed and raised an eyebrow at her girlfriend. Is that going to bother you?

A little.

Really? Ive seen every part of you. Dont worry., said Tina.

Yeah, yeah. Whatever you say. Okay, here goes., said Bette.

The next few moments happened in slow motion for Tina. Bette reached down and pulled her tank top off, a pair of amber eyes following the white fabric as it left Bettes body. Tinas vision was drawn to the beauty of her lovers firm, round ***** and she found herself chewing nervously on her lower lip, her breaths coming shorter and shorter as she envisioned the feel of her lovers taut nipple on her tongue. Bettes hands moved down, sliding the shorts from her frame, revealing a patch of dark curls. Tinas eyes memorized every curve, every twist, every dip, peak, and valley. She licked her lips as she studied muscle tone covered in smooth caramel flesh and watched as her lover walked across the room and came to stand before her.

Bette quickly turned out Tinas lamp. She loved Tina, but she was slightly embarrassed to be walking around in the buff.

Why did you do that?, asked Tina, her eyes adjusting to the darkness. There was still a thin strip of light flowing in from the campus lights, landing in a rectangle across the floor.

Im a little self-conscious, okay?, said Bette, moving to help Tina undress so they could get into bed.

What are you doing?, asked Tina, her pulse pounding loudly in her ears, an uncomfortable swelling between her legs.

Im getting you naked so we can go to sleep., said Bette, lifting Tinas tank over her head.

Bettes breath caught in her throat at the sight of her lovers erect nipples. Amber orbs meet dark brown eyes and both women struggled to swallow around the lumps in their throats. Raise up for me, T, Bette whispered, reaching out to hold her girlfriends hands.

She helped Tina out of her shorts and felt a tremor pass through her as she caught sight of her lovers dark brown curls.

Let.lets get some sleep., said Tina, her throat suddenly dry, her center throbbing.

Both women were struggling to maintain control over the intense arousal rushing through their bodies. Tina had already said she was too tired to make love and Bette didnt want to push her girlfriend into being intimate if she didnt feel up to it. Without realizing it, theyd stumbled into a game of who can hold out the longest.

They got into bed, lying on their sides, with Tina spooning Bette, her hardened pink nipples resting against her lovers back.

Tina inhaled deeply, her senses tickled by Bettes sweet Vanilla scent and soft, silky skin. Betteyou smell so good., she whispered.

Bettes eyes were tightly closed as she struggled to maintain her composure. Her ***** was pounding, she could feel her arousal grow with each passing second. Th..thanks, T., was all she could manage.

Tina buried her head in her lovers neck and closed her eyes, trying to force herself to go to sleep and ignore the urge to grind into Bette or slide her hands further north and caress the full ***** she longed for.

Bette could feel her wetness pooling at her core as images of kissing Tinas smooth skin and slipping into her lovers silken folds swirled around her fevered mind. This was driving her crazy. She couldnt take it anymore.

T?, she whispered, her breath halting, her chest heaving up and down.

Yeah?, asked Tina, her lips resting dangerously close to the soft flesh of her lovers neck.

II…need you, T., she whispered.

I know., said Tina, before kissing Bettes neck and slipping two fingers into her wet core from behind.

Bette inhaled sharply, not breathing for a moment, as the impact of Tinas thrusts touched her soul. When she could, the dark-haired beauty exhaled in a soft moan. Ohhhhhhhhhh.T.

Betteyou are so wet. God, you feel so good. Mmmmmmm., Tina whispered, before slipping her other hand around to massage Bettes ***** before moving down to tease her lovers *****.

Bettes hips were moving gently with her girlfriends thrusts. Tinababy.dont stop..right there, T.right there.Ohhhhhhhh, God.

Oh, babe. You dont know how good you feel. Youre so wet. Its so *****, Bette. So ***** *****., Tina whispered.

Its you T.its you, whispered Bette.

Tina pressed down hard on her girlfriends swollen nub before drawing circles in her folds with three fingers. I made you this wet?

Yesyesyes..you.all you, baby.all you.Ohhh….Thats it, T..Thats it, baby., Bette moaned.

Youre ready, arent you, babe? Let it go, Bette. ***** for me, baby. ***** for me. Its feels good, doesnt it?, Tina whispered.

Yes..yes.Im cumming, T., Bette whispered, as the wonderful fluttering began ripple out in waves through her core.

I know, baby. I can feel it. ***** for me, Bette.

Bette had reached the pinnacle of her excitement. She moaned very sexily and felt the ***** rip through her body and curl her toes. AhhhhhhhTina..Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!

Tina smiled as she felt the trembles move through her lovers body. She slowly withdrew her hands and licked her fingers. You taste so good, babe. You were so wet. That is such a turn on.

Bette was struggling to breathe. God..that was so good, T.

Good. Glad you liked it., said Tina.

I loved it. And I love you. Ive got to feel you, T., said Bette, turning around and kissing Tina passionately, tasting herself on her lovers lips. She slid her hand down through Tinas curls to find a fresh coating of liquid ***** on the blondes outer lips and inner thighs.

Bette pulled back from their kiss and looked into Tinas eyes. Tyou are dripping, baby., she whispered.

See what you do to me?, asked Tina.

Hold that thought. Lay on your back and open your legs for me, baby. Im gonna ease that ache I know you have.

Tina did as she was told and it wasnt long before she felt her lovers tongue along her right inner thigh. The strong pink muscle traced circles along the moistened flesh before sliding up and teasing Tinas *****, slipping into her wet folds and drawing moans from the blonde haired beauty. Bette slid two fingers into her girlfriends dripping core and moaned at the feel of her lovers velvety walls and wetness. Her thrusts were bringing Tina closer and closer to climax. Bette could feel her girlfriends walls contracting.

She slid back up Tinas body, continuing to thrust in and out of her lover as she moved. They were resting breast to breast, their nipples grazing each other as Bettes skillful fingers curled and teased her girlfriends inner walls.

Tinas eyes were tightly shut, her back arched, her skin flushed and glistening. The brilliant waves of pleasure began to wash over her and she moaned, Ohhhhhhh.Bette..Im cumming..Oh, God!

Bette continued to thrust as she leaned down and captured Tinas lips in her own, thrusting her tongue into her lovers mouth. They kissed each other deeply as Tinas body exploded from the inside out, Bettes body pressed against hers, a layer of sweat coating their heated flesh. Bette returned her attention to Tinas center, cleaning her up, licking away the taste of her lovers liquid *****.

When she was done, she held Tina in her arms and kissed her forehead. I love you, T.

Tina was still panting, her head resting against Bettes chest. I love you. That. was incredible.

I thought you were too tired to make love., said Bette.

My body.didnt understand that. It needed you., said Tina, between breaths.

I need you too. Ill always need you, Tina.

Always, Bette?

Always. Lets try and get some sleep, T. We have an early start tomorrow., said Bette, exhaustion already closing her heavy lids.

Okaysleep. Lets try sleep. Sweet dreams, baby.

Sweet dreams., Bette whispered.

TBC (To Be Continued)