Openings and Gashes

Tab put her head against the door and sighed, her lips softly whispering Open the door before finally taking steps away. It has been hours that she has been banging her fist, screaming Jades name, and having neighbors curse at her for the noise. She looked down at her hands, scathed at the knuckles. She stopped herself and sat down on the steps She felt around for a piece of paper. Nothing. She jumps up and runs back to her car as the light bulb turns on.

Meanwhile Jade sat herself adjacent to the door, against the wall, and listened to each of Tabs cries. Every knock, would progressively grow louder, and then die down after a few. It came to the moment when she finally heard stillness in the air; she stood up again, and faced the door. Her hand trembled, her heart reached to turn the *****, but her mind reclaimed her anger and brought it back to her side. Her head whips from side to side, and then calms Her chest heaves in a gulp of air as she forces herself to open the door wide open. Nothing. Shes gone. She sticks her head out, checking if she really left”hm, seems like it. She mentally kicks herself. Her head falls down to her chest as she closes the door.

***

It was just a kiss. Right? Just a damn kiss. Ive kissed her. But it meant so much more. I never thought Id put myself in such a situation. I promised myself to not do this the situation was too complicated before is it any better now?

***

-Sheraton Hotel; 11 P.M.-

Shane walked down the hallway, a few steps in front of Carmen, showing them the way to their hotel room. She looks over her shoulder, seeing Carmen struggle keeping up, her lips press together in a smirk. Then she says calmly, Here, let me get that for youand let me find the card Shane courteously takes Carmens bag and rests it on her hip as she searches her pockets for the room card, ***** where did I put it.

Carmen looks her up and down, and her eyes set on her *****, noticing a minor bulge in her pocket. Its right here she stretched out her arm, slipping her hand into Shanes pocket.

It caught Shane off guard, causing her back to stiffen. Ohright. She chuckled softly when Carmen walked around and flashed it in front of her face. She smiled sincerely as she took the card from her, Good eye.

Carmen watched her slip the card in with ease, and push down the ***** so she could shove the door open. Shane stood against the door, letting Carmen come into the air-conditioned room. The breeze hit her, and sent chills down her spine. She observed their room starting at her left: red walls, table, two chairs, television, XBOX, small fridgetwo bedsbathroom consisting of a million towels, hotel soaps, the shower/bathtub, the closet and Shane”who was still standing there holding the door open with her luggage. Nice room

Yeahit is, she softly replied, her eyes fixed on Carmens in a heartbeat. Shane gave a low groan as she cleared her throat and stepped forward to let the door close. Yet, a lump in her throat formed again as their eyes locked (not sure what exactly she wanted”not sure what she wanted herself, but she damn well knew what she needed). She shook the feeling away in a nervous snort and held up Carmens luggage, Should I uhput this away for you, or do you need to get something out?

Ill deal with it. Carmen took her luggage from Shane, looking down at it for a while, before tossing it to the side. Shanes eyebrows rose as Carmen closed the distance between them in one slow stride. Her hand reached up to Shanes pulsing neck, her fingers grazed over her soft pallid skin. So theres two bedswhich ones yours?

Shane gulped, losing her stature to Carmens teasing fingertips, The one nearest the windowwhy?

No reason. Just wanted to know She smiles and then bites her lips”a usual Carmen characteristic”while she walks off into the bathroom, Im gonna take a shower.

O”okay, cool, she bit her bottom lip as well, and stared at the wall, pondering if she should followNo, cool it. She said shes gonna take a shower, doesnt mean to barge in and ***** her. Unless it was code for: hey Shane, ***** me now, Ill get the shower warm, and Ill be warm, and wet just for you She shook her thoughts her away, and laughed softly while she made her way to her bed and fell against it, Ahbeen a long nightsort of. She holds up her wrist and checks the time, Only 11damn. What. To. Do.

The shower turns on. She could hear every single water droplet spray down to the floor slowly, before it smoothed into a continuous flowwith the occasional splatter. *****. She reached for the remote while her other hand settled behind her head. Her body jolts as she feels the vibrations of her phone in her pocket. Only one could call at any random moment for any reason, but she knew that there was a reason for this one, Hey Tab. How did everything go with Jade?

Shaneshe wont open the door, and Ive been out there for like 2 hours banging I was searching through my car and found a book. Understanding Women: The Definitive Guide to Meeting, Dating and Dumping, if Necessary by Romy Miller”

Tab, you dont need dating books”

A woman wrote it, so it should be good”

You are a woman. Shane rolled her eyes as she sat herself up on the bed, Where are you?

Im just parked a few blocks down from her condo.

She scratched the back of her head, and then pointed her finger into the distance as she came up with an idea, Call her. Just talk to her. Let her know the facts.

I kissed Diane”no, she kissed me”***** *****, do you really think shes ready for me to talk”

I can guarantee that she needs closure. Better now, than a week later, or months, or never And plus, remember that shes your band mate as well.

*****, youre right she sighed while Shane heard her struggle with a few things like hearing a book thrown into the backseats, I hate it when youre right Okay, I will call her. Ill see you tomorrow or something. Later.

Later Shane spoke breathily, a quick conversation nonetheless crazy”a commonality between the two. Her hand fell down to the mattress with her phone and then wiped her face with her hands, breathing in slowly as the sounds of the shower inundated her thoughts.

***

Too young to fall
For a light I think I see
Can’t say for sure
The plants have died, my hair has grown
From the thought of you coming home

Trembling as she searched her phone for Jades home number, she turned down the volume of her music and bit her lip. Just calljust call hernownownow”okay, she prepped herself before putting the phone to her ear, taking in long wistful breaths. Pick uppick it up Jade

*Ringringring*

What do you want, Tab?

Tabs breath hitched at the immediate, unexpected answer. She sighed with relief, Jade, babelisten to me. She listened closely to see if she was still on the line. Okay?

Okay. Explain.

She gulped and tapped the steering wheel, I didnt kiss Diane. She kissed me I know Ive said that shes fucked up. A *****. Whatever. Yeah, I still believe in my thoughts okay? I want nothing to do with her.

—

Jade bit her finger as she listened to Tab, but felt the need to interrupt, Are you sure you have no attraction whatsoever to Diane?

What? she choked on her word.

You ***** heard what I said yet Jade relentlessly asked the question again, You dont think Diane is one gorgeous evil *****?

Jade, yeah so what she is gorgeous”but shes not you. Shes not the most beautiful person Ive ever seen”you are. And she definitely doesnt have the personality that I am attracted to. Shes like shes like a tootsie roll pop. Yeah nice candy coating. But I ***** hate tootsie rolls”

Please stop, she rolled her eyes and smirked, Youre not one to use metaphors. So dont.

So Tab lingered for a while, Are you still mad at me? Do you need time alonebecause I can do that, anything for you. Youre ayoure a Blow Pop. Thats what you are”

Tab are you drunk? she blurted. She couldnt help it, but there was no other explanation for such weird word usage from Tab.

No. Im just Im. *****. She mumbled more inaudible curses on the other end before cutting to the chase, Im just so into you that I I come up with weird things that its so It just doesnt make sense. I”II

Jades face lit up with a pink blush, Come home, Tab. And then tell me.

***

-Sheraton Hotel; Midnight-

Shane paced around the room”Carmen just finished her shower a few minutes ago. She went to the window and opened the curtain to find herself staring into the bright full moon. Goosebumps formed on her arms in result from standing in front of the air conditioner. She turned it down one notch as Carmen walked to her. Shane looked over her shoulder to see her wrapped in a soft white robe. She may have seen her body before, but she could never help herself from grinning madly at this natural beauty.

Feeling cold, Shane? she smirked and sat on the bed that Shane claimed.

The deep brown eyes followed as Shane slowly walked the few steps to stand parallel to the sitting Carmen, Just a little

Well, the showers warm. You can still jump in. Her head tilted to the side a little, her hair still freshly wet and dripping along her neck in slow beads of water.

Shane gulped at this slight seduction and laughed nervously, Nah Im okay Kind of too tired to shower at the moment, she sighed and climbed onto her bed, Ill just bury myself in the sheets”

And what are you gonna do?

Sleep. She flashed a quick smile to Carmen and rolled onto her side to turn off the bedside lamp, but she stalled when she felt Carmen crawl towards her.

Carmen slowly put her hand on Shanes hip, Its a little early for that

A smirk crept onto Shanes face as she rested her hands behind her head, Oh yeah?

Yeah she smiled as she ran her hand along Shanes shirt, bringing it up slightly to see her toned stomach.

Shanes eyes hovered down to see what Carmen was up to. Her sly smirk turned into a smile as Carmen leaned down to kiss her exposed stomach. Carmens lips slowly pressed to Shanes skin, allowing Shane to run her fingers through Carmens moist hair. Carmen took hold of Shanes hand and they entangled fingers. Shane gazed into Carmens honest eyes and spoke, I I want you to be mine

Carmen did not react with words; she just grinned and leaned down to her face, her hand grazing along Shanes cheek. Slowly their lips caught each other and fizzed together in a slow, melting kiss. Carmen pulled away, only to have Shane chase her lips right after to catch her in a more alluring kiss. Yet, Carmen took the reigns and pushed her back as she straddled Shane. Her hands moved down to untie her robe. She leisurely slipped out of it, unveiling herself to Shane.

Shane leaned up, holding Carmen at the curve of her hips and inhaled her beauty. Her eyes shifted to her face, she wanted to give her more than pleasure. She wanted to love her.

Her lips dove delicately to the base of her neck with her tongue accenting the pulse from her neck”only to feel it accelerate, and vibrate with Carmens low moans. She pulled away from her neck as Carmen took hold Shanes shirt to take it off. Swiftly, Shane wrapped her arms around her back, to roll her onto her back. There they lay: Carmen bare and Shane between her legs with her loose pajama bottoms. And an intense stare built between them. There was no rush. Shanes neck craned downward as she began to plant more small kisses along her chest, knowing Carmen enjoyed the slow-paced action that would lead to something wonderful.

Carmen cupped Shanes cheek to bring her back up to her mouth. Shane did not resist and devoured her mouth with battling tongues while bracing herself up with a hand on the bed. Her spine tingled as one of Carmens exploring hands ran along her back, and slid effortlessly into Shanes pajamas, to find out that she was not wearing anything else. This resulted in a slight smile as she kissed Shane, forcing articulate laps of her tongue to Shane in excitement. Suddenly, Shane noticed Carmen trying to push down her pajamas off her hips. So she leaned most of her upper body against Carmen as she took them off, feeling the heat radiate between them pump her blood pressure.

Leaning back down into another fervent kiss, Shane slipped her hand between their bodies and slowly grazed a few fingers against Carmens moist *****. Carmen gasped and pulled away from the kiss as the quick pleasure from one touch from Shane surged through her. Shane adored the way she Carmens head fell back with her neck stretched out, perfect for her to dive in and suck against her throbbing beat while she massaged her meticulously. Slowly sculpting Carmens pleasure was all the pleasure Shane yearned for herself. Carmens vocals became more audible, encouraging Shanes skills, and lubricating herself for penetration.

Shane nestled her head in the nape of Carmens neck as she slid her fingers into her. Carmen ran her fingers to Shanes hair and clutched on as Shanes fingers thrust and curled within her. Her jaw dropped open, taking in as much air to keep her from passing out in such overwhelming passion, and heat. The gasps of air sounded directly in Shanes ear, causing her to nibble on her jaw and then suck on her bottom lip with care while still pushing at the same momentum. Occasionally, Carmen would breathlessly call out Shanes name as her pleasure heightened to new levels of ecstasy.

A new sense of urgency was in the air: Shanes low grunts in response to Carmens vivid moans. Shanes fingers worked through Carmens clenched insides with rougher pushes making the hotel bed creak in rhythm.

***

-Jades Condo-

Tab embraced Jade in a tight hug once the door opened. It feels so good to have you back in my arms she sighed the words with relief as she stepped back and smiled.

Its only been a few hours Jade blushed and tugged her into her home so she could keep the breezy winds from coming in. I have something to show you She clasped her hand around Tabs and led her to the couch. As they sat, Jade began to speak, Remember when we used to write each other to keep in touch?

Yeah, she chuckled, But we stoppedI dont remember why”

She gripped her hand and looked into her eyes, Its because the last letter I received from you was your coming out letter

Oh yeah Tab forced a smile, and you never wrote back.

Not true. Jade cleared her throat and took a piece of paper that was lying on the coffee table. I did write back. I just didnt send it

Tab eyed her for a moment and then laughed, Is that it right there?

Wait. I have more to say.

Tab sat back and folded her arms, looking around the room in curiosity, Okay

I knew all about Diane. I knew about Shane. And I knew about Jamie she said softly, biting her lip. Tab looked at her in disbelief. Jade patted her lap a few times, There was one day where you were at this really crappy restaurantyou were distraught because Diane wouldnt let you back into the apartment.

Heh, yeah I remember that Tab relived the moment for a few seconds, and then looked up, Wait a minute. How do you know about that? That was in L.A.

I know. I was the one that bought you the coffee”but I told Bertha to say it was on the house. I overheard your telephone call, I didnt want to put myself before your priorities. I realized that I shouldnt have gone down there”

Jade, why didnt you just show yourself”

Tab, I was there to tell you that I love you.

She was taken aback. Her eyes lit up, Really?

Yeahmy reply that I never sent to you was edited so many times”I didnt know what to say. Then I realized that you were the first girl I lovedand the only one I loved. So I flew down just to see you You changed so much, she spoke flowingly. Tab squeezed Jades knee and kissed her passionately. Breathless, Jade asked, What was that for?

I was a crazy in those years youre my priority now, she leaned her forehead against hers, their eyes connected, I love you.

***

-Sheraton Hotel-

Shane gazed down at the snoozing Carmen, her body moving slightly in the dark as she breathed. The white hotel sheets barely hung on her hip. Shane quietly slipped out of bed and put on her pajamas as she searched for a shirt. She walked back around to Carmens side and kissed her cheek. She smiled at the gorgeous dozer and quietly mumbled three words.

Carmen stirred for a moment and awoke in a rambling daze, MmmShane? What are you doing up, we got a flight back home tomorrow

Shhh she smoothed her hand over her shoulder and arms, Im just gonna get some fresh airgo back to sleep.

In a few seconds, Carmens breathing slowed back to its normal pace. She put on a shirt and grabbed a gray zip-up hoodie.

—

She softly closed the door and walked down the hallway with her hands in her pockets. She turned for the elevator and waited for it to open. Her shoes tapped the carpeted floor a few times before there was a *ding* She looked up, and raised her eyebrow, You gotta be ***** kidding me. What the ***** are you doing here?

What, youre on this floor? Diane smirked and stalled the elevator door. Me too.

Shane rubbed her eyes and sighed, What do you want Diane?

Your help.

She shook her head and chuckled in skepticism, Yeah right.

Diane folded her arms in front of her chest, If you do what I say, I promise to leave Carmen, Tab, and Jade alone.

Shane looked off to the side; in the back of her mind was the sleeping beauty that she loves”and do anything for her to keep her safe from bullshit. How long is this going to take? I have a flight to catch”

Just come along. Details later. Now, come in before the doors close or the promise is void.

She took a moment to think. Suddenly she slipped through the closing doors and joined Diane in the elevator. Carmen means more than anything to me. If this is a ***** trick, I will ***** you up.

No tricks here, Shane.

***

-6:30 AM-

Carmen rolled over onto her other side and felt the cold sheets beside her, Shane? Her eyes slowly opened and a look of woe overtook Carmens physique. Shes gone She pulled the sheets over her bare body to her chest as she laid on her back. Her hand clutched her hair as she stared at the ceiling. She fetched for her cell and dialed Shanes number.

***

Dont answer it, Shane, Diane eyed her from the corner of her eyes as she drove.

I did what you told me to do alreadywhy cant I talk to her”

Because, you have to miss your flight back home, and itd be heartbreaking if you told her why”

What are you talking about, Im not missing my flight, and Im gonna pick up, she rolled her eyes and took out her phone.

Answer it and I will drive off the bridge. Im ***** serious. Diane looked to her, Now you can ***** let that ***** ring and see Carmen in a few months, or die and never see her again”and leave her with no explanation whatsoever.

***

Carmen bit her lip as the voice she heard on the other side was a recorded message from Shane, saying that she cant make it to the phone. She was left to leave a message, Shanejust calling to let you know that this is whatthe fifth time Ive tried to reach you? Is everything okay baby? Please call back. If you dont call back, Im gonna have to head for the airport right nowthe flights in an hour, and Im not even at the airport yetSo I guess Ill meet you there? Just please, tell me whats going on. I love you

She sent the message and tucked her phone away in her jeans as her taxi arrived.

***

Shane took the phone away from her ear after listening to Carmens voice message. Suddenly, Diane took the cell phone and gave a gun for Shane to hold instead. Shane sighed and looked at the gun, This isnt the end of it but I have to do this. For her. And for me.’



The End


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