Later that night after everyone had gone, James gave Bette an earring he’d found and Bette smiled again wondering if the blonde had left it behind on purpose. Bette got Tina’s number from the registration and left a voicemail saying they’d found her earring. Bette was excited when Tina returned her call and said she’d be by in the morning to pick it up.

Tina literally took Bette’s breath away when she arrived in snug jeans and a white button down. She looked like an angel.

Bette came around the table like a cheetah stalking its prey. The earring in the palm of her hand. Bette stood in front of Tina…a little too close but not close enough at the same time.

“I could’ve sworn I saw you put this back on.”

Tina laughed coyly.

When Tina reached for the earring, Bette closed her fingers around Tina’s hand and held it warmly but also securely. Tina looked into Bette’s eyes and couldn’t help licking her lips. Bette didn’t miss that. She paused a beat and slowly leaned in. Tina did not pull away or take a step back. Bette had hoped for this since the very moment she met Tina Kennard. She leaned in a little closer and hovered near her lips. Tina did not move, getting intoxicated off of Bette’s scent. Bette heard the slightest whimper letting her know Tina was ready. Bette looked up right before Tina closed her eyes to see the lust. Bette tenderly pressed her soft lips against Tina’s equally soft lips.

The moment their lips touched, it was like Bette’s soul busted open, tasting, feeling and seeing all the colors at once in their own sensual way like she’d been waiting her whole life for this moment. Bette decided Tina tasted more purple than anything with a hint of yellow.

Bette wanted to do more, go deeper, wrap her in her arms, lift her onto the desk, stand between her legs and let her hands explore Tina’s body. But it was way too soon. Bette didn’t want to scare Tina. She wanted to seduce her, make her feel things she’d never felt before, make her beg for what she wanted. The kiss was sweet and tender and perfect. Bette was surprised how Tina stole her breath like a siren. When her eyes fluttered open, Bette smiled at her longingly, unclasped her hand and allowed Tina to grab the earring. Tina swallowed thickly. This time Bette did not move. Waiting to see what Tina would do.