Gail was laughing too. She couldn’t help it. It hurt and felt so good all at the same time. “I know… I know..” she sputtered

They laughed harder, practically falling over one another. And then they were kissing, like a wildfire, out of control all lips and hands and hips pressing up against the elevator walls, barely aware when it stopped and the doors opened with a chime into a thankfully empty hallway. Gail had forgotten that her body had the capacity for this much pleasure. It overwhelmed her. They tumbled out into the hall, still clinging to each other, Gail’s good hand grasping Holly’s blazer, Holly gripping Gail by the arm.

“Oh my God” Gail whispered leaning her forehead against Holly’s.

“Yeah, I know.” Said Holly in an equally hushed tone.

“Listen, “ She continued, “I can’t do this right now.” She closed her eyes and took a deep breath. “I need to pull it together, go downstairs and talk about genetic sampling and new innovations in collecting DNA evidence.”

“I was going to come” said Gail

“What?” Holly replied confused

“I was going to attend your lecture.” Gail stated simply

“But you hate all that forensic Bla bla bla..” Holly blinked

“I wanted to see you.” Gail admitted

“We could have lunch.” Holly smiled “ I understand they have a fantastic room service menu.”

“I would like that.” Gail smiled back. It wasn’t much, but it was something.