Date: Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:49:18 -0500 From: Jennifer L Subject: Insight of Heart part 4 chapters 11 - epilogue Disclaimor: If you are under 18 or shouldn't be reading this for any reason, don't! Otherwise, enjoy! Feedback is apreciated at: lawson10@cox.net. This part as well as the third part contain violence, but as you will hopefully infer, I don't condone this behavior. Loose ends will be tied up in this part, so hold on to your seats! If you wish to redistribute or repost this story on any other site, for I can't imagine what reason, please ask me! Here goes! Chapter Eleven Yvonne gave her a quick hug and quickly let go. Are you ready?, Yvonne spoke distantly and looked at Charlotte uncertainly, giving Charlotte her arm so she could guide her. Sure!, answered Charlotte, taken aback. She was expecting her girl to kiss her but she just figured she'd save it for later and pushed the thought out of her head. They got in the car and Charlotte noticed that Yvonne was quiet the first 10 minutes of the 30 minute drive to the apartment. Are we going to your house first?, Charlotte asked making small talk. She was uncomfortable with Yvonne's sudden coolness and wondered what was up with her. She began to feel her old insecurity that she had been trying hard to stuff all day. Yes, we have to meet the girls there. I forgot to pick you up sooner., she replied, crisply. Oh, is that why you were kinda in a rush? I guess you could say that., she answered coolly. Charlotte got quiet, then, she knew something was up and, her stomach froze, and she was afraid to say anything else. They drove in silence for a few more minutes, Charlotte not being able to stand the silence. Yvonne then sighed and hit her hand on the wheel. Charlotte, I'm going to be honest about something with you! Ok, Charlotte replied dragging out the word, feeling nervous. I feel upset tonight with you, but I want us to have a good time, although I do need to talk to you about why I feel upset! Charlotte felt the knot in her stomach and had a feeling where this was going. What happened, honey!, she asked, putting her hand on Yvonne's shoulder, which she felt tense up under her hand and she then, took away. I have good friends who called me this afternoon, after I dropped you off at your place, and Heather and Ellen confirmed that last night you were dancing with another girl at Kats, and then you went in the bathroom with her. Charlotte's mouth dropped open and dried up, as she had no words, and her hands became clammy. Charlotte was in shock and disbelief and didn't expect last night's events to get back to Yvonne. She planned to tell her, but not for other people from the bar to do so. The reason I'm upset, she said, sighing and checking her words as she spoke, is because I told you, when we began talking about dating, that I'm ready to settle down and I'm ready to commit to someone, and I thought you agreed to that, or at least, that's what I heard from you. Now that's not what I see. I- I don't know what to say!, Charlotte stammered, feeling choked up. I am committed to you. What was going on with that girl last night? I'd like to hear your side of the story. I, I thought it would be ok to dance, she asked me for a dance. I told her my name. She said her name. She was attractive but overpowering and I didn't want her. I liked her at first, but then, I didn't want her. She was too strong. What do you mean, Charlotte, first she's attractive and then she wasn't? No, I mean! Her boobs were out of her dress and I was turned on and then she was dancing erotic and I didn't want her cause she was coming on too strong and I told her I didn't wanta dance and she pulled me into the bathroom and came on to me in the bathroom and I yelled at her to get off and I ran out of there! What were you doing dancing with her in the first place, Charlotte? I mean, why did you keep dancing with her, if she was such a turn-on? It sounds like you just wanta play around and explore and not be committed! How can she just drag you into the bathroom, anyway? You had to have some willingness! Then, it just seems you're very insecure about other women looking at me one minute and then you were questioning me this afternoon about Sandy and I like you're insecure about me leaving you because I was giving her attention last night. She's just my roommate, nothing more! I don't think I'm willing to put up with all this insecurity. Charlotte began to feel sick. Her hands were sweating, her mouth was dry and no words would come out. Her stomach was queezy and her heart was beating so fast, she felt it was going to jump out of her throat. Look, we're at my apartment, lets just try to have a good time tonight! They got out, and Yvonne guided Charlotte into the apartment, but Charlotte noticed that she didn't hold her hand and she felt sick and was shocked at their argument. They had never argued yet or disagreed or had any harsh words toward one another, and it hurt her that Yvonne didn't believe her, and Maybe she wasn't thinking clearly or standing up for herself well tonight. The other girls were laughing and giggling in the living room, happy about tonight, seeming unaware of what was happening between Yvonne and Charlotte. You girls ready to go?, Yvonne asked quickly as soon as they got inside. Yeah!, they all responded. Something is on her mind tonight, she's bossy!, Heather whispered to Ellen. She's pissed at Charlotte!, Ellen whispered to Heather. Sandy and Angie were in good spirits, holding hands and talking together. Angie had a big truck that could fit six so she Sandy and Charlotte sat in the front while the others sat in the back. Charlotte felt abandoned by her girlfriend while the others were happy. Yvonne laughed with everyone else. Charlotte stayed out of the conversation at first. So, where are we going tonight?, Yvonne piped up. Mikey's, that new lesbian bar!, Ellen replied. You can hold hands with me!, Ellen whispered in her ear. Stop! Charlotte might hear!, she whispered back in her ear. So might I!, Heather shot back at them. You two behave! I have a jealous streak!, she added. Charlotte felt hurt and jealous hearing this, even though she didn't hear what Yvonne and Ellen were saying to each other. Angie and Sandy were squeezing hands and eyeing each other in the front and confersing about fast dances they liked. I'll teach you some dances I like., Angie told her, I like a lot of old soul music. Oh, I think soul is beautiful., Sandy answered dreamily. You two are going to be such a sappy couple!, Ellen remarked. You're such a smart ass!, Charlotte shot back at Ellen, feeling her old flippant self. They finally got to the bar and all paid the cover charge and went in. Charlotte ordered a coke not knowing how any alcohol would effect her. The others ordered drinks. She asked both Ellen and Heather if they'd seen her dancing with another girl the other night and if they'd told Yvonne this. They said yes. She asked them if they thought she liked the girl. They said they just saw her dancing with the girl and they didn't know. She asked if they could talk to Yvonne for her and stand up for her, but they told her to convince her girl herself that she really loved her, if she wanted to be with her. They assured Charlotte that she was courageous. She chewed on that while she sat alone drinking her coke. I guess no one is going to feel sorry for me, she thought. She sat alone until she felt a hand on her. She was hurt that all her friends were Dancing with each other and Yvonne was talking with friends she spotted around the place and didn't seem comfortable with her. How could she? She chose to sit and wallow in self-pity. Hey, blind girl, you alone without your imaginary girlfriend again, tonight?, she heard a familiar, seductive voice. Oh, shit, Zo again, she thought. Before she knew it, she was being pulled roughly off the bar stool and being dragged to the bathroom. I want you!, the girl groaned, pushing her up against the wall and pulling up her dress. Out of self-pity, Charlotte wanting to let this girl take her right there but remembering Yvonne and wanting her lips and hands on her more, she wined, Stop! What's the matter, little, blind, bitch!, Gunna try and fight me tonight? Did your girlfriend dump you for that roommie she's screwing? Sounds like your defenses are a bit lower tonight! At that same moment, Charlotte heard the door open and heard a voice say, Oops, sorry!, Didn't realize!, and then, the door closed just as quickly, before she realized it. She knew it was Yvonne's voice and pushed with all her might. Get away from me, you bitch!!!, she screamed. I don't want you to touch me again!!! She kicked Zo's leg and found the door quickly. opening the door as fast as she could, she ran out to get lost in the crowd. You think you're gunna run from me!, she heard the girl coming after her. Yes!!!, she yelled back and continued racing, getting more lost in the crowd. People made way for her. Most were drunk and getting upset. Someone dragged her outside. She felt someone's hand roughly grab her by the wrist. By this point, she didn't care, as long as it wasn't that Zo person. Where are you trying to go lady!!!, a big butch yelled in her face, when she got her outside the club door into the night air. This had to be the worst night of Charlotte's life. I'm looking for Yvonne!, she cried timidly, beginning to shake and tear up. Who?, the girl yelled. Yvonne! Ok, I know her. She went in and got Yvonne, who saw Charlotte and the girl in the bathroom, but who didn't see Charlotte run out. In fact, none of the others who were still happily dancing saw her run through the back and get dragged out the back door. Charlotte, what have you been doing, Yvonne scolded and why are you crying back here, that girl told me you ran out the bathroom and ran through a bunch of people and she had to help you out here, that was dangerous, someone could have hurt you what's up? I- I!, she stammered. Charlotte, I think it would be better if you and I are just friends. You are not listening to me! you haven't been listening to me all night!, Charlotte wined and began crying harder through her wining. Its hard to listen to you when you're pouting and behaving insecure and feeling sorry for yourself. This is not the Charlotte I've been knowing. I guess I'm not good enough for you then! Charlotte, what in hell is the matter with you? I know you saw me in the bathroom with that girl, She tried to come on to me last night! Charlotte, you were with her! I saw you with her! my friends saw you with her! Ellen and Heather saw you with her and you were dancing with her last night! what am I supposed to believe? I fended her off and ran away because I'm in love with you!, Charlotte was still crying but now tried to take Yvonne's hand and she wouldn't let her. Charlotte, I'm sorry, I can't take your hand, I don't feel comfortable doing that right now, I don't feel comfortable dating you! I see you as very playful and insecure and I think you need to experiment and date different women and figure out what you want. Charlotte wiped her eyes, as she quit crying. You think I'm like Ellen, don't you? No, I think you're Charlotte with her own good and bad qualities. I care about you! I just don't think we're right for each other right now! I think there are better people for us out there. No there aren't! we're meant for each other!, Charlotte cried, her voice esculating. You don't seem ready for commitment yet. I think when you start exploring this side of your sexuality, its good to date different people., Yvonne stated calmly. What do you know about what's good for me!, Charlotte cried. I don't, but I just don't think we're good for each other right now. Why, cause you wanta be with Sandy? Oh Charlotte, that is so unfair, she snapped angrily and you know she and Angie love each other! Now I see how insecure you are, and did you just go in the bathroom with that girl you're attracted to just to play with me and get back at me? No, I fended her off cause I love you!, Charlotte yelled. What do you know about love, Charlotte?, Yvonne argued. More than you'll ever know!, Charlotte yelled back. Hey Charlotte, I'm a human being and I don't deserve to be yelled at, so is it ok if I bring you home? No!, Charlotte cried sitting on the curb, lowering her head in her hands. I'll take a taxi! Well, I'll call one for you and wait with you. Yvonne dialed the number for a cab on her cell phone and waited with her. She sat down next to Charlotte, quietly. They sat in silence, Charlotte fighting the tears that threatened to spill, and when they came, she cried in her hands. Yvonne patted her head lightly. Its ok, Charlotte, when you're ready to talk calmly, we can talk and maybe we can still be friends, I'm sure we can. You're a great person and I can set you up with a lot of great girls. I don't want to be set up with anyone but you, Charlotte screamed in her head!!! She felt sick inside and like her heart was being torn inside her chest for the first time in any of her relationships. She didn't think Yvonne needed her anymore and she wasn't going to let on that she needed her either. A minute later, the cab pulled up to the curb and Charlotte hearing where to go, Briskly shook off Yvonne's hand and walked quickly, chin held high to the cab and got in. Luckily, there was no one with her on the ride home and she cried silently in the back seat, wishing Yvonne was there to hold her and comfort her. When she got home, she threw her clothes off, got herself a beer and sigarette and sat up in her room next to her window and thought about the night's events. She felt the pain of her first breakup with a woman, she was all ready having deep feelings for. When she was finished, she lay in her bed naked remembering the past week, thinking over the nights she and Yvonne spent together both saving Sandy and lay asleep holding each other. Charlotte didn't know when she'd exactly fallen in love with her but she knew she loved Yvonne now and was committed to her even if Yvonne wanted out. She couldn't think of anyone else she wanted to be with and certainly not that aggressive Zo girl. She touched her body aking to feel Yvonne next to her, to feel her touch, her arms, her fingers, her caress, her hands, her thighs, her breasts, her lips, her soul, every part of her. She longed for her, not just as a friend, but also as a lover. She longed for her as one she could love now remembering the dream she had when Yvonne held her in the sleeping bag the night they were out in the woods. Charlotte feard that now she was really naked and alone as she had not felt that Thursday morning when the two of them lay together holding each other. Could they talk it through or was this Yvonne's final answer that they were going to be just friends? She didn't know if she could just be friends with Yvonne now that her feelings had grown this deep. Feeling afraid and alone she cried until she fell asleep. The next morning she didn't feel like waking up early. It had been a long week, anyway so she slept until noon. She finally got up and decided she'd take care of herself for a change. She cleaned her apartment like she hadn't in weeks and did her laundry and cooked herselfa good meal that she could enjoy. She didn't receive any phone calls, she guessed everyone thought she was with her supposed girl friend. Before she knew it, it was 6:00 in the evening, and she sat down to have a beer. It was her last one in the refrijorator, and she wondered about her plans for the night. She guessed she could go out with Joe and Katie, at least Katie was still her friend. She called Katie and sure enough, they were going out. It was just she and Joe going out to Kats tonight. Katie said Charlotte could come along and Joe agreed that was fine, as long as she didn't bring any girlfriends to kiss on. Charlotte explained that she and her girl were arguing right now, so she wasn't bringing anyone. They came and picked her up around 8:00 and the threesome went to Kats. Greg and Stacey were also there, and Greg saw her and they came up. Hey, Char, where is your girlfriend, aren't you dating someone? We're not getting along right now., she answered truthfully. I'm sorry to hear that!, Greg answered truthfully. Joe pulled up to Charlotte, you know Char, I was thinking, I acted like an ass to you last Sunday, and I was wrong, you can date who you want and Katie helped me realize that, we've talked a lot and I'd like to meet this girl, if you ever work out your disagreement! I hope we do!, she replied, her eyes filling with tears. Damn, you really love her, don't you?, he asked his face filling with sympathy. the others could see her sadness. Stacey could hear her sadness. Charlotte nodded her head. She didn't want to cry again. She had been crying when she hadn't been busy and keeping busy to keep from crying. Did you tell her you loved her?, Katie asked. Yes, when we were argueing!, Charlotte cried, through her sniffles. Katie gave her a sigarette, noticing she had started smoking. Well, tell her again, and tell her calmly this time, and fight for her with courage and calmly!, Stacey advised. Charlotte laughed, remembering her friend's temper the night she came out to her blind friends at the party. Thanks Stace!, she replied, cheerfully. I'm glad to se a smile!, Stacey remarked. I think we should all go have a good time!, Katie declaired. I'm for it!, Charlotte agreed. The four of them got up and all went dancing together. When Charlotte and Katie were dancing together, Katie mentioned, Oh look, some lesbian looking women walked in! Charlotte wondered if it was her friends and mentioned this to Katie. Lets go see! she called the rest of the group over. They walked up to the group Katie told Charlotte were lesbians and Charlotte heard Ellen's voice. Hey, Ellen, meet my friends, Katie my x, her boyfriend, Joe, my friends Stacey and Greg! These are my friends: Ellen, Angie, Sandy, Heather, and my girlfriend, Yvonne. They all introduced themselves to each other individually, and everyone got to talking. Yvonne gave Charlotte a quick hug and said hello to her, after she introduced her as her girlfriend. Charlotte was afraid she would be angry about the "girlfriend" slip, but Yvonne didn't let on. Charlotte was still apprehensive about being in Yvonne's presence, so she tried to mingle with her other friends. She spoke to Ellen and Heather, who knew that they were argueing and that she had left in a taxi, but they assured her that Yvonne didn't say a whole lot about the incident last night. They told Charlotte they hoped the two of them would work things out because what they have is too special to break up over what happened the other night. She also spoke to Angie and Sandy, who were in their own world and knew they had split up and were sorry, but didn't say much. Charlotte didn't know how, but she got lost wandering off by herself, looking for the bar to get another drink, as she usually did, because she knew where it was. When she was grabbed, again, she thought it was one of her friends. She asked who it was but got no answer. She tried to pull away but the hand gripped her tighter. Let me go, say your name, or I'll scream!!!, she yelled, feeling herself grow hot with anger. She wasn't one to get a hot temper but lately she felt it coming up. The person grabbing her, tied a rope around her hands and took away her cane and threw it down and this time, she knew she was in trouble. Help!!!, she yelled. People around her just laughed. Their probably drunk, probably thinking this is some S and M show, she thought synicly in her head! She had a sick feeling in her stomach, it was Zo. She was pulled roughly into the bathroom and locked in a stall this time. I got you now, blind bitch!, the girl sneared. I'm yelling, I want out!!!, she yelled back. Where's your girlfriend, she jeered, Still screwing that roommate, huh? What either my girlfriend or I do is none of your business!, she snapped, kicking at her leg with her feet and missing. Oh, I'm gunna have to tie those feet too! Too bad I took your little stick away, blind thing! I'm a person, not a thing! Your not enjoying me now, little, blind tramp, but you will when I get my fingers inside you! Never, Charlotte barked You make me wanta barf! That sassy attitude is gunna get you in trouble! See if you like this!, Charlotte hissed. She screamed in the girls face as loud as she could scream and pushed her knee hard into her thighs. Charlotte bent her knee and pushed it as hard as she could into Zo's pelvic bone. Oh yeah, blind bitch! Take this!, Zo hissed and slapped Charlotte across the face, making her fall back against the tiled wall from the impact. The slap was so hard Charlotte wondered if the girl took steroids. It stung to where she felt tears begin to form in her eyes and trickle down her cheeks. Get away from me! My girlfriend and I are all ready apart because she saw us in the bathroom together last night! Oh, you poor thing!, she sneared, is that supposed to be my fault? No, I just don't want you!, she kicked her leg again. Keep that up!, she threatened, taking Charlotte's legs apart forcefully. Charlotte did her best to resist, but Zo became so forceful and slapped her again. This caused Charlotte to cry harder and she wasn't able to speak. Ok, blind tramp, I got you now, I'm tying one foot to the left side bar of the stall and another to the right side! you'll be all mine! You're girlfriend will never want you back, now! Never!, Charlotte cried out, as she felt one foot being tied and her other kicked out. As Zo was starting on the other foot, she screamed for help again, but Zo swung a piece of rope across her face, which stung worse than before. Charlotte yelled, Watch that rope, bitch, its gunna get you in trouble! Its gotten you in enough! Where are your friends? They haven't come to save you yet! Just then, voices were heard outside the door. I heard screaming in there., an unfimiliar voice spoke. Maybe she's in there. I have her cane, here. Someone said they saw a woman throw her cane down and put a rope or something on her arm!, Charlotte heard a voice that sounded like Yvonne's. I hope that's her, she thought as Zo was finishing the last of her tying. Now, blindy, I'm pulling off your dress! See if you can fight me now! Charlotte felt helpless and began to sob. She gathered up her inner courage and yelled, In here! Help! Suddenly, there was a bang on the door, "open up in there! It's Rhonda from security"! Charlotte are you in there? Aint no Charlotte in here!, Zo barked. Open up or I'm breaking this door down! Charlotte's friends are looking for her! They're concerned! I told you there ain't no fucking Charlotte in here!, she yelled. She roughly pulled down Charlotte's panties. Charlotte had calmed her sobbing, but began to wimper and feel herself shake. You want it, huh, bitch, don't you! You want me inside you! No!, Charlotte cried, beginning to sob again. Open the door! Shut up! You're pathetic! No one wants to be you're girlfriend! You're girlfriend probably left you, so stick with what you got, me! She moved on with the roommate, so get over it, bitch! All right, I'm coming in!, Rhonda shouted over the door and unlocked it from the outside. A couple of people walked in from what Charlotte could hear through her crying. Oh, Charlotte, are you here?, Rhonda called, sounding concerned. I'm Rhonda, I work here as a security guard and promote ladie's night on Thursday nights. Yvonne's with me! Yvonne!, Zo cried incredulously. Charlotte was still laying there, shaking and crying, wondering what Zo would do to her next. I don't believe it, Rhonda, Charlotte heard Yvonne say, it's Jill in there! I recognize her voice! What!, Rhonda exclaimed, incredulously, this girl came Thursday and danced with Charlotte Thursday night, who I didn't recognize. She couldn't have been Jill! What were they talking about, charlotte wondered? This girl said her name was Zo. Musta been some stage name after all! Charlotte was still crying and tied up. She had put up her best fight and could no longer fight Jill or Zo or whoever this perona was. Well, Rhonda put in, now that you mention it, Yvonne I do recognize the voice, but that couldn't have been Jill dancing with her the other night! She told the bar tenders that her name was Zo! Zo!, Yvonne snickered. She did like making up nick names! All right, Jill, Rhonda barked, I know you're in there, open up! Fuck no, I'm using the bathroom! Jill, you know I'm here!, expressed Yvonne, I'm looking for Charlotte. Is she there? Are you there, Charlotte?, she sounded concerned and Charlotte felt relieve to here Yvonne speaking to her. Yes!, she timidly cried, tearfully. Shut up, blind thing!, Jill retorted, slapping her. All right, please open up, Rhonda, I don't take that abuse on any one I love! Rhonda took out a screw driver and unscrewed the door from the hinges quickly and threw the door to the side. The sight both shocked and disgusted the two women. They saw Jill sitting on Charlotte's stomach and Charlotte wimpering and all tied up. Get off her!, Rhonda snarled. Fuck you!, Jill looked up at her, defiantly. Fine, you'll have to pick on someone your own size! I wish I'd have recognized you when you were messing with this girl Thursday night! She pulled jill roughly off of charlotte and easily flung her onto a bench across the bathroom floor and proceeded to handcuff her. Yvonne knelt in front of Charlotte, who was still tied up inside the bathroom. She helped her to sit up as much as she could and got her a tissue to help her dry her tears. How do you feel!, she asked running her fingers through her hair. I'm gunna be sick!, Charlotte complained. Yvonne helped her move her head to the side so she could throw up in the toilet. Rhonda was reading Jill her rights. When Rhonda was finished cuffing Jill she came and cut the ropes off of Charlotte's ankles and wrists. Yvonne got a paper towel and wiped Charlotte's face. She sat down next to Charlotte, who was feeling defeated from the past 24 hours and began to cry. She took her girlfriend in her lap and put her head on her shoulder. Glaring at Jill she said icily, So what do you think you're accomplishing by abusing my girlfriend? First, you abuse my roommate and best friend for three years! Now, you do this to my girlfriend! So, you're the imaginary girlfriend screwing the roommate?, she smirked. No, and how dare you insinuate that! I love Charlotte and she's done her best to fend you off and a damn good job, I might add. Here you are continuing to push your way into my life. I wonder what other lies you told Charlotte? She said her name was Zo and that she was 17., Charlotte mumbled into Yvonne's shoulder. Shut up, blind thing!, she jeered. Yvonne grew hot with rage, My friend here, is not a thing! She is a person and can see more than you'll ever see, Jill! The truth is, Jill, You aren't 17! You're about our age, early 20's, and you're whearing a wig and were whearing one Thursday so no one at ladie's night could recognize you and you probably danced with Charlotte so you could take advantage of her and she wouldn't recognize you like many other people would have! Truth is, you don't belong in hardly any bar, because everyone knows your reputation and if Rhonda or any security guard catches you including bartenders, you'll be sent to jail, so you are illegally here, which Charlotte has no idea of! You also physically, mentally, verbally and sexually tormented and abused my roommate, Sandra for three years and cheated on her so much, she has had trouble healing from you! You're name is also not Zo, its Jill and you're wearing a wigg so no one will notice you because your head is shaven! Charlotte was shocked and immobile hearing all this and could understand Yvonne's anger now. She could understand why Yvonne felt so passionate about saving Sandy and helping her readjust, and why Yvonne was so concerned about her safety when she either went some place in a cab or went home by herself and also, when she got lost tonight. Well Jill, Rhonda spoke up, I guess its off with your wigg!, she teased and taunted, taking off her wigg. They both saw her shaven head and Yvonne knew exactly who she was. Jill, I don't ever want you near anyone I care about again! I'm pressing charges! You ain't got no prooff!, she sneared. Get a lawyer!, Rhonda snapped. I'm pressing charges too., Charlotte commented. Fine, she snorted, you bitches belong together! Rhonda hauled Jill away. Come on, you, let's go find you some people your own size to pick on, in a place where you belong! When they left, Yvonne sat there with Charlotte for a second. Are you ok, sweety?, she asked Charlotte, smoothing out her hair on the back of her head. Charlotte began to cry again. I just need to talk! I'm still a bit shocked! That, Jill, discovery was not what you were expecting, was it? No, not at all! Could we go talk outside? Before you came in here, I thought we were breaking up! Yeah, sure! Yvonne helped Charlotte get up and steadied her as they walked arm in arm out the bathroom. They saw the rest of the gang. Joe saw them first and asked about Charlotte. Yvonne explained a bit of the situation to him and Charlotte explained that a girl was getting arrested for trying to harm her. He said he wished he could have kicked her ass. They explained they needed to talk. He understood so let them go. When they told Ellen they were going to talk outside, she gave them both a knowing smile. Yvonne whispered to her that the girl from the other night was Jill. Ellen became furious and whispered to Charlotte that she was sorry she didn't know. She told Charlotte, she knew that she had more courage than anyone she knew including her. Yvonne led Charlotte by the hand and they went to a nearby park bench to talk. She took charlotte in her arms as they sat side by side, "honey are you ok? I know that was a shock for you!" "I'm better! I'll be better! I just don't want to fight any more!," she was still shaking and crying. Yvonne held her for a minute. She caressed her back and shoulders, soothing her until her shaking and crying subsided for the time. She ran her hands through Charlotte's hair, playing with each strand, touched her cheeks with her fingers, wiped her remaining tears. Finally, they sat, holding Yvonne holding Charlotte's hands in hers. Are you ok!," Charlotte asked through her still remaining tears, That had to be a shock for you, realizing that was Sandra's x coming on to me. Yeah, I'm over the shock now that I told her what I needed to! I'm just worried about you! Did she hurt you? I know she played on your emotions and tied you up, but did she hurt you any worse? Charlotte sighed, Well, she was about to go all the way with me before you guys came up, but I put up a good fight, and she slapped me a few times. Yvonne took her face in her hands once more and noticed a couple of red marks, where Jill had slapped Charlotte. That bitch!, she cried. She kissed Charlotte's cheeks, where Jill had slapped her. Charlotte couldn't help but smile. Her memories of all the ways Yvonne had been good to her throughout the past nine days came flooding back. What are you smiling about?, she asked, grinning. I know you love me and all ready did, even the other night when she was claiming to be Zo and doing what she could to turn me on! I was wrong to be ungreatful and to handle her on my own and not to tell you what happened, that she was coming on to me Thursday night! I wanted you to be there for me last night, but I didn't allow you to be there for me, and I pushed you away! I told you that you don't know anything about love, and you have shown me nothing but love all week and ever since I've met you! I knew when I got in the cab last night and after I brushed you off and when I went home, I made a mistake and I had faught you off when I needed your support the most! How can I make it up to you? Can I? Sure you can, Charlotte! What happened Thursday night? Yvonne put her arms around Charlotte to let her know she was there and listening. She gently played with Charlotte's hair and touched her face as Charlotte began, "This girl asked me to dance and I thought I could, to be friendly. She put her arms around me. Her body was very thick and full. I was friendly and she was overpowering. I asked her some questions about herself. She answered in a flirtatious tone, lying about her name and her age as we know now. Once, she rubbed her thigh on my crotch and I backed up. Then, she asked if I was playing hard to get. I said, I have a girlfriend. Hold on, Charlotte!, Yvonne broke away from her for a second and looked at her. Is that when she started playing on you're insecurity about Sandy and I screwing each other and pulled you in the bathroom? Yes! She's a huge girl, I can see how she can drag you in there too, if your defenses are a bit down! How did you get out of the bathroom? I got angry in there and pushed her with all my might and she wasn't expecting it or something! You go, you little spitfire! I knew you had it in you! So, I'm just wondering, how could she have gotten you with a rope? I guess, she thought that was her only hope! What happened tonight? First, you were with us and then, you were gone? I was wandering looking for the bar, which I usually do and a hand grabbed me. I'm so used to it, so I thought it was one of you guys and I asked who it was and no one responded! Then,this person took my cane and threw it down somewhere and started tying my wrists together with a rope! Oh my god!, Yvonne gasped, thinking of Sandy. That was dangerous!, look at what just happened to Sandy! Yeah, Charlotte put in, and to think this is Sandy's x! Should we tell her?, she added. About Zo being Jill? Oh no, what she doesn't know won't hurt her! She's been through enough trauma this week! More shock will only hurt her! The doctor even says so! Charlotte, I'm gunna be very honest with you, sweety! I know you're brave and independent! I only want to help you and I'm really afraid for your safety, after what happened to you the past two, three nights and after what happened to Sandy! I'm afraid for you coming to bars by yourself and walking around bars by yourself and taking cabs home late at night by yourself! If you're going to do that, I suggest you learn more effective self-defense techniques or stay with us at all times! I also want you and I to communicate about what happens at least daily if possible, because that seems to work! It does seem to work better!, Charlotte agreed. I noticed earlier this week when we were building trust and talking about our feelings and what was going on with us, we got along!, Charlotte put in. Charlotte, I made the mistake of not talking to you Friday about what happened Thursday night and not asking you how it went, because I was preoccupied with helping Sandy. I was worried about her having another episode of anxiety and worried about her having either anxiety or panic attacks and having to have her hospitalized and things like that. Someone told me today, its not up to me to take care of Sandy like that and that its up to Sandy to take care of herself, and look at her, she's happy with Angie all ready and you're over here getting tied up by her x psycho lover! Charlotte laughed, I know its not that funny!, Charlotte remarked. I didn't ask you yesterday about how the night before went. I didn't listen last night when you were saying that you were defending yourself against Jill and that she was coming onto you. I accused you of playing around on me and accused you of being playful. I didn't want to listen. I was too wrapped up in my insecurity that you would leave me and play around on me and not be committed to me either. See, Charlotte, I'm insecure too! That's ok that you're insecure!, Charlotte soothed. We can both be insecure! Its just something we can both work on either together or apart! You don't have to be alone if you don't want to, Charlotte! I don't want to be! I'm glad I'm not and neither are you! Thank you for listening to me tonight, for finding me, for believing that I was fending myself from Jill because I love you! I do love you! I love you too, Charlotte! I know you said you didn't feel comfortable dating me last night. I was just wondering if you still felt that way? Are you kidding!, Yvonne cried, kissing her cheek. I think what we have is too special to be called dating. We belong together! Jill was right about that! That I can agree on! I don't wanta be alone right now!, Charlotte confessed. Neither do I! We're here together, sweety! Its been a rough night for both of us! Can we just sit for a minute?, Charlotte asked. Sure!, Yvonne answered warmly. Yvonne took her in her arms and gathered her in close while Charlotte placed her arms around her. They both sat there crying feeling the weight of the emotions of the past three days. They huddled together like that for a couple of minutes embracing, sharing one another's burdens. Remember the other night when we were sleeping in the hotel room together?, Charlotte asked a few minutes later. Yes!, Yvonne responded, breaking from the embrace, but keeping Charlotte's hands in hers. We were in the same bed and I said I was afraid and you told me, hush, and kissed me and said you weren't going to hurt me, remember? Yeah, I do! Well, I wasn't afraid of you hurting me! I was afraid of me hurting you! Charlotte, you could never hurt me! What do you mean?, She asked smiling. I was afraid of wanting more than you wanted, more than you were ready for. I was ready to make love to you and I was afraid you weren't ready. She smiled warmly, Charlotte, you always say what you want! Of course, I was ready, but I needed to hold off! We spoke about that the next night in the tent, remember? Yeah!, Charlotte laughed, nervously. I love the way you always say what you want! I just want you to know, I'm ready for that now if you are and if you're not, I'm willing to wait! Oh Charlotte, she said gathering her in her arms, I'm ready for you, Charlotte! I don't know why I didn't believe you when you said you were fending yourself from that gorilla! Who would want her anyway? She isn't your type! She's too aggressive! Sandra would never be my type either! She's too delicate! I'll always love her and care about her as a sister , but never be her lover! As for you, you're my girl, and we've got some loving to get to! Charlotte couldn't help but smile, You have loved me from the beginning! Well, my girl, are you almost ready to go home? Yes! May I kiss you first?, Charlotte asked, bravely. My, have you come a long way! Yes! She allowed Charlotte to find her lips. They kissed gently and then passionately. Their lips massaging. Their tongues dancing together, entwining. When they broke away, Charlotte asked, So, what did you think of my friends? Oh, they're wonderful! your x is nice and so is his girlfriend! He said he hopes you and I work things out and that was before Rhonda came up and I said I wonder where she is and so did Joe. So he came around, huh? Yeah! I was hoping he would, and your friend Katie is very cool and open-minded! I love Katie! Your friend Stacey is very shy, but very nice! I'd like to introduce her to some of our friends! She would like to know more gay people, just to get out more and meet different people! She might have a bi-curious side! I've asked her about that! Maybe she does! I like your friends! I think they like you too! Next, is my parents! Mine too! They laughed. A half hour later, they were at Yvonne's apartment together, cuddling on the couch. The ride was beautiful for both. They conversed about the journey of the past week, as they held hands. Now, they sat together. Yvonne broke from their embrace momentarily. Let me put on a pot of coffee for all of us;, she exclaimed, I have a feeling, we'll be up a long time again. Yes, another late night party for us., Charlotte put in, smiling. When they were settled again, on the coutch, with their arms around each other, Charlotte asked, So, I think we passed a big test; what do you think? Yvonne sighed, I think we passed a few tests all ready and have many more to come! For now, I'm content to enjoy and love you! Me too!, Charlotte agreed. The more you open up to me, the more I love you!, Yvonne proclaimed to her, as they were kissing and caressing each other. The more I know you, the more I love you and I want to love you more! Being with you, Yvonne is different from any other relationship I've been in, you're different and express with me something men couldn't and I can't explain it! We talk! We communicate! We have passion! I don't know how else to explain it, but I feel joyful and fulfilled with you! I'm glad, I feel understood and loved with you, Charlotte, and I think we make a spontaneous, carefree and romantic pair, with our share of problems! I have more to show you, though! What's that?, Charlotte asked. I'll be back! Just then, Yvonne jumped out of Charlotte's arms and off the coutch. She ran back to her room, as charlotte heard. Charlotte felt unsatisfied, as she had been accustomed to the two of them sitting there cuddling and talking for the last twenty minutes or so. Yvonne returned and flopped down on the seat next to her and asked, Like what you feel?, enfolding her in her arms once more. Charlotte felt only a bra and some panties that obviously weren't her size and instead were too small. She chuckled with her memory, Those aren't your size, are those the clothes you snatched from me, the other day in the hotel room when I stripped for you? Yup!, she answered, coily. Um, have you been naughty with my clothes, Yvonne? Nope, just saving them in my bag for you sweety! Oh, how sweet!, Charlotte exclaimed, as she kissed her lips and then kissed her chin and her neck and down to her collar bone, next, to the place between her breasts, then, the top of her breasts. She then took both of Yvonne's ripe young breasts and looked up at her and asked, May I? Yvonne kissed her, Go ahead, they're all yours!, Charlotte knew she could make love to her friend's breasts, which had been a fantasy of her. So, first, she kissed one, taking her time, giving Yvonne pleasure while enjoying her first taste of a woman's breast. Then, she spent time satisfying the other. She nibbled lightly on one erect nipple and sucked on the flesh around it and then worked on the other breast the same way, while Yvonne made soft moans and caressed the back of her head. She made sure she assured Charlotte that she loved what she was doing to her. Charlotte then worked her way down to Yvonne's belly kissing and nibbling her soft skin, making her moan and shutter. As she was pleasuring Yvonne, both girls heard the doorbell ring. Hurry! Quick!, Yvonne jerked under her, calling, Get, a blanket! Charlotte jumped up too, but was feeling both calm and disappointed at the same time that she had to quit so soon. Yvonne threw a cover over both of them. Yvonne held her tight and Charlotte held her back just as tight. They kissed passionately. Then, Yvonne called, Come in! Where did you learn those techniques, kitten?, she asked Charlotte. A lesbian novel I've been reading in Braille!, she grinned slyly. No kidding!, Yvonne slapped her gently on her thigh under the comforter, I'll get you for that, that was so erotic! They giggled like school girls and squeezed hands, and Charlotte felt for Yvonne's left breast and squeezed it lovingly, making her laugh. At the same time, the others were walking in the door, laughing. Well, I see Charlotte And Yvonne have made up, for sure!, Ellen chuckled. Yeah, look at em, all cuddled on that coutch and trying to hide it!, Heather teased. How'd you guys like the rest of the night? Charlotte asked cheerfully. Good!, they all chimed in. I have coffee in the kitchen if you guys want any, you're welcome to it!, Yvonne announced. Oh good, you lovebirds stay there, I'll get us all some!, Ellen announced. We got any food for our visitors?, Sandy asked. Oh yeah, lots!, Yvonne smirked, kissing Charlotte, its all in the pantry. When they were all seated in the living room with food and coffee, they all commented on how great Charlotte's friends were. Each of the girls had a complement for one of Charlotte's friends. They really liked Katie and were glad that Joe finally came around. We'll have to have them to our place some time!, Sandy offered. I'm glad you two made up!, Ellen commented to Charlotte and Yvonne. Yeah, we hate to see you fight!, Heather added. I am glad we passed this test of our relationship!, Charlotte responded, I definitely love this girl, and I'm glad I met you guys! Well, you're definitely one of us now!, Ellen grinned. sure are!, Angie added, smiling. You helped save me, and that took a lot of courage!, Sandy added with admiration showing in her eyes, I'm greatful and I know my roommate loves you and wouldn't compromise herself to risk your relationship, and you wouldn't compromise yourself for her either! Charlotte and Yvonne kissed again. They apreciated the support of their friends. They knew their friends would stand by them know matter what. How exactly are you two clothed or unclothed under that comforter?, Ellen asked. come on, let the secret out!, Heather chided. That's our business!, Yvonne scolded, playfully. Fine!, ellen wined. Ellen came and took off the comforter, and Charlotte and Yvonne were both shocked, because the others were laughing at Yvonne's half naked body. Whose bra and panties?, Sandy asked. Charlotte's!, Yvonne admitted. I took them from her when we were teasing each other! I thought we were naughty!, Heather remarked. I rubbed off on Yvonne a lot!, Ellen confessed. She's probably going to rubb off on Charlotte!, Sandy warned. I don't need any help, I'm warped enough myself!, Charlotte retorted, I'm pretty naughty! Yeah, we're two extra, naughty femmes!, Yvonne admitted, Now, I'd like my comforter back! Oh, me!, Charlotte asked mock-innocently, sitting on Yvonne's lap. I guess you'll do for the time being, kitten!, she replied, putting her arms around her stomach and putting her hands under Charlotte's shirt and squeezing her breasts. I'll teach you to flirt with me!, she hissed playfully in her ear. Um!, the other four laughed. They kissed with their tongues for the group to see. In case you guys didn't know before, we're lovers now for keeps!, Yvonne announced, with a grin. Wow!, the others clapped, smirking, as if they didn't know. You guys are so funny when you're not all serious and wrapped up in drama, but I guess I'm not so different., Charlotte remarked. Yup, you're definitely one of us!, Angie commented, Speaking of announcements, Sandy and I have a serious one! Oh, yeah!, Yvonne muttered from behind Charlotte's back. I spoke to Yvonne about this and asked her all ready!, Sandy spoke up, Angie and I have decided, that we want to move in together, so for now we are moving in to my apartment here, that I share with Yvonne so that she and I can share rent with Yvonne and so that I can still heal from my abduction surrounded by my friends and my sister and my lover, Angie. Great!, everyone exclaimed and clapped for her and Angie. We're proud of all of you. Did you guys have fun dancing tonight?, Charlotte asked Angie and Sandy. Never better!, they both answered. When will you move in together? We'd like to move in together soon, probably next week! I'll be seeing about counseling at the same time, and I'll be able to get a good deal on a new car. Good!, they all said. It was about three that morning when they were winding down their talking. Sandy's eyelids began to flutter and she looked at Angie, Well, I'm getting sleepy! Love, would you like to share my bed!, she asked, taking her hands in hers. Angie looked into her eyes, If you're not too tired, I'd like to love you tonight, baby! Sandy pulled her close and kissed her lips, gently with her sweet lips and tears flowed from her eyes. I love you, Angie, and I'd love nothing more than to make love to you! Lets go to my room! She led Angie by the hand to her bedroom and Angie was so nervous about making love to Sandy, she was almost stumbling on herself following her new lover, who walked gracefully in front of her. The other four cried, they thought it was so cute, seeing the pair go off to bed to make love together. Being that it was their first time, they had overcome so much to make it this far, it was heart-warming for the others to see Sandy and Angie finally together. They are so cute and sappy!, Ellen guffawed, tears rolling down her cheeks and soaking her t-shirt. "Stop! They are cute!", Heather scolded lightly and patted her shoulder. You two are cute too, in your own way!, Yvonne teased and threw a pillow at ellen. Stop! You're jealous! Hardly, I'm in love and know it! Charlotte was now laying her head on Yvonne's near-naked breasts and feeling Yvonne's hair hanging over her head and shoulders brushing against her cheek and feeling she was in heaven. Can Heather and I sleep on your balcony again, Ellen asked, we still like waking up to the sunrise, kinda reminds us of camping, we have been in love with camping, since we stayed out where Sandy was abducted? Charlotte felt Yvonne's chest gasp with that memory and felt her pain at it. Yeah, you can sleep there! I'm thinking about renovating that and turning it into a room and charging you rent to sleep there, or anyone else! No, don't do that!, Ellen argued, Then we can't enjoy sleeping outdoors! I think my landlord will fuss if you sleep there too much! How can you charge rent then? Black market! I guess I'm kinda evil sometimes! Yes you are! Heather and I are getting our sleeping bag from the truck and going on your balcony, if that's ok! Yeah, make yourself comfortable! Be careful sleeping out there! Thanks! You and Charlotte have a good night, whatever you decide to do! Oh yeah, we will!, Charlotte and Yvonne said at once, Yvonne looking down at Charlotte still resting on her chest and Charlotte looking up at her. They smiled knowingly at each other. You two are a great pair of lovebirds!, Ellen said seriously. I'm glad you found her, Yvonne! I'm glad you found Heather! Thanks, Ellen!, she responded, looking at her greatfully. For what? For being my friend, for helping me and Charlotte, for being our friend, for everything, have a great night with Heather! Anytime! You and Charlotte have something beautiful to make, so I'll see you birds in the morning! good night! good night! Ellen and Heather ran like schoolgirls outside. Ellen taking Heather's hand, ready to get on with their night as though it were their first night making love. Yvonne looked down at Charlotte resting on her chest and noticed her eyelids were fluttering. Charlotte was feeling so secure and rested on her lady's breasts that felt like pillows against her cheek, that she felt like sleeping right there. Yvonne was playing in her short, brown hair and picking through the short strands. Aa, no sleeping yet, sweety! We have something to attend to, first! Oh yeah!, Charlotte mumbled, her eyes and lips smiling, as she kissed the top of one of Yvonne's breasts. Where were we, when we were so interrupted?, Charlotte asked, slyly beginning to suck the breast she was kissing. I think, we were sitting here, Yvonne hinted playfully and I know you were bringing me to heaven! I think you were bringing me to heaven and have been, since I met you!, Charlotte replied, in a dreamy, husky voice. Shall I continue what I was doing? would that be ok with my sweet, caring, beautiful lady? Oh, yes, but, I have a suggestion!, she replied, coily, taking Charlotte's head and gently lifting it off of her and moving her to where they could face each other and kiss. How about we move this to my room! You're bedroom!, Charlotte wispered breathlessly . Yes, you seem to agree, sweety. Yeah, I'd love that. May I finish what I started there, cause I have a plan! "Sure!, I was loving what you were doing, and I want you to love me the way you feel comfortable. This is your first time and you're doing very well! Thanks!, Charlotte said, smiling shyly, I hoped you'd approve! Of course, dear, you're beyond approval! Yvonne took her hand and led her slowly to her room. When they got there they stood beside the bed and both girls embraced, arms encircling each other. Yvonne took Charlotte's face in her long, warm fingers and caressed it like a delicate flower. Charlotte ran her fingers through Yvonne's long strands of hair, cupped her small face in her hands, brushed her eye lashes with her finger tips, caressed her cheeks, grazed her nose, felt her small moist pink lips. Without needing to speak, Charlotte surrounded her lover with her arms and joined her lips to hers. This kiss was magical like the first one they'd shared on the love seat and even more so. Charlotte traced her finger down her new lover's body until she reached the top of her panties. She didn't want to go any further unless invited, so she stopped. Using her own hand, Yvonne guided Charlotte's hand to her moist center. What made you so wet?, Charlotte teased, kissing her lips and squeezing her breasts. Silly girl, you! She was holding Charlotte and kissing her in turn. I'd like for you to help me take all this off!, she teased, taking Charlotte's hands and guiding them to her bra and helping unsnap the clasps. Before tossing it aside, Yvonne held the bra under Charlotte's nose. Smells like the both of us, doesn't it? Do you like the fragrance of a woman? Yeah, I think it's very sential! Yvonne then tossed the bra to the floor and guided Charlotte's hands to her panties. She helped her pull the panties down her smooth thighs and slide them around her ankles and off onto the floor, and Charlotte felt with her hands along her soft thighs and wanted to be inside her right then, but knew she had to wait. She could smell the fragrance of her girls' sex from the panties when she tossed them on the ground, and could smell her wet center and it made her crazy. I think you're beautiful, I could take you right now!, Charlotte exclaimed, her breathing beginning to quicken. Hold up, Yvonne said, gently, putting a hand on her shoulder, I want you naked too, if that's fine, you have too much on! Yeah, I think so!, she grinned, slyly. Charlotte undressed slowly and seductively, shaking her clothes off and shaking her breasts and ass for effect, as her bra and panties came off. Yvonne laughed and took her in her arms, when she was finally naked. You cute little angel!, she exclaimed, kissing her lips. Now, where was I?, Charlotte continued, slyly. I need a picture of your gorgeous body, that I'm about to make love to right now. Ok sweety, go ahead, I'm all yours!, Yvonne replied, with a warm smile. Charlotte felt her long hair, her skin, her face; she ran her fingers along the soft skin of her lovely girlfriend, feeling her breasts, stomach, the hair below her belly, her sex and her warm vagina. When she got there, she fondled it a bit and made her girl begin to breathe heavily and moan and gather her in tighter. Charlotte decided to gently caress her thighs, legs, backside and feet. I've felt every inch of you and its all lovely!, charlotte exclaimed softly, kissing Yvonne's lips. Now I'm ready to make love to you! Yes, please, I don't think I can take all this waiting any more! I don't know if I can either!, Charlotte said softly, her breath quickening. She lay her friend on the bed and straddled her hips with her own and pressed her sex into hers and sucked and nibbled on her neck, then, went down to her breasts. Yvonne caressed her face and her breasts and thighs and fondled them. Then, Charlotte moved with her lips down to her stomach and kissed and sucked on it and dipped her middle finger inside her friend's warm receptive whole, finding it wet, and she stuck another finger in and moved her lips and tongue down to kiss Yvonne's soft thighs and then, her warm sex. Charlotte had never experienced a woman's sex so close to her face, and she found Yvonne's sex very arousing. Being that they were now friends, Charlotte felt safe with her and trusted her, as opposed to some stranger she might have met in a bar and had a one night stand with. As Charlotte was kissing her vagina, Yvonne was caressing her head and assuring her that she was loving it and about to come. Then, she pushed herself into Charlotte's face and liquid gushed into Charlotte's open, waiting mouth. Charlotte licked it up, feeling her clit ake with arousal. She thought she would hate the taste of another woman, but this girl was like dessert. She figured it was probably because she had feelings for her. Yvonne seemed even more beautiful after Charlotte just made her come and made love to her. Yvonne took her in her arms an Charlotte snuggled up to her. They held each other in the bed. I've never been in your bed yet!, Charlotte mentioned. Well, you've been initiated!, Yvonne teased. Talk about! Is this the only way a girl gets to sleep in your bed?, Charlotte teased back. No, I let my Mom sleep in it before, cause she has a bad back, and I didn't sleep with her, well, you know! You were great, Charlotte!, Yvonne exclaimed, nibbling her ear, You sure you never did this before? Not with a woman, and not with someone as patient and understanding and loving as you! Awe, you're too sweet, kitten! Now I wanta take care of you! Yeah, I'm pretty turned on by that ear nibbling! Yeah, you're aroused by what you feel and hear and taste and smell, aren't you? Pretty much, and by what is described to me and what I feel emotionally and mentally! Oh yeah, we can't forget the emotional aspect! Yvonne was running her hand along Charlotte's breasts and stomach, as she was kissing her cheeks and ears and nose and then, her lips, massaging her tongue with hers. Charlotte lay on the bed, enjoying the kissing and caressing, feeling electrified by Yvonne's hands on her and the way her long hair tickled her face. Do you want me to do anything?, Charlotte asked. Just enjoy what I'll do for you, you've done your work!, Yvonne answered seductively, kissing her lips and then, kissing her chin and neck, leaving warm wet spots along her skin. She sucked and nibbled on her breasts and then, decided to straddle her thighs grinding her still wet sex into Charlotte's dripping one. Yvonne sucked on her right breast and played with her clit with one of her fingers and penetrated her with one finger; then, took it out and said, want a taste!, coyly. sure!, She put the finger to Charlotte's lips and Charlotte liked the taste of herself on Yvonne's finger. She sucked on her finger until she dried it off. Now, sweety, I need to wet it again!, so she kissed her other breast and dipped her finger in once more. Finding Charlotte wet, she dipped in both. Very wet, Charlotte, did I do this to you? Oh, yeah, honey, take me! How do you wanta be taken? Um, like your doing? Oh, like this!, she teased, kissing her breast and pumping her fingers in and out of her, driving Charlotte mad. put your lips down on me!, Charlotte moaned between breaths. Oh, ok, like this!, she replied, moving down, keeping her fingers in Charlotte and placing her lips on the opening of her vagina. She began kissing her, massaging her womanhood with her lips, driving her crazy with desire but staying away from her greatest area of need. Charlotte began going mad, pushing down on her face, I need you to, I need you to su-su-ck, me!, she cried, gasping, suck me! Oh!, Yvonne fained innocence, using her hands to massage Charlotte's thighs and kissing her sex around the opening, finally taking her clit between her lips, sucking it. Charlotte was so overcome with exstacy. she went limp and felt her orgasm come. Then, her body fell back on the bed. She had been made love to by and made love to the woman of her dreams, and she didn't doubt they would do this again and she smiled peacefully. Yvonne traced kisses along her body, You are so good, Char and you taste so good!, She crawled up beside Charlotte and gathered her beside her and wrapped her in her arms. Both were on there sides facing each other and catching their breaths. Each, caressing each other's sex. Their lips and tongues were locked together, dancing. A couple of minutes later, Charlotte pressed her sex against Yvonne's. They rocked back and forth against each other again, fondling each other's breast and faces and thighs, until they came together. When they were spent, Charlotte lay there with her thigh between Yvonne's thighs, and Yvonne put one of her thighs between Charlotte's. I don't know what time it is, but I know I'm happy and tired and content to sleep right here, for a good while!, Charlotte sighed. Me too!, Yvonne replied, giving her another kiss on the mouth, that was gentle and loving. She pulled the thick comforter over she and Charlotte's naked bodies, snuggling in closer,kissing her chin softly and her breasts, as she ran her hand smoothly and gently along the side of Charlotte's face. Oh, just to let you know, I'll be here when you get up, in case there are any doubts and I'm not leaving!, Yvonne assured sleepily. somehow, I doubt that you'll leave me now!, Charlotte responded sincerely. "Oh and by the way, I'll be ready to move in when we wake up!, Charlotte added a minute later in a dreamy voice, with a wide grin. You always say what we're both thinking!, Yvonne added, grinning . I love you, Char!, she added, just as honestly. I'm glad you're a lesbian! Me too! Charlotte answered, that's definitely a part of who I am today! thanks for helping me experience this connection with you! You bet! I love you, and I'd do it over again, for you, Charlotte! You've brought so much into my life in such a short time, more than you'll ever know, more than I can express! Like what? Love, insight into inner beauty that I've never known, joy, strength! I thought I knew about these things before I met you, but you've blown me away! Even with your faults, you're an amazing lover and friend, and I'm glad to have you in my life! Thank you for being brave and coming to Kats and checking us out a week ago! I'd do it over again, for you! You bring happiness and joy and fun and love into my life! I enjoy spending time with you, and I connect with you! I love you more deeply than I've ever loved any man, I've been with! You help make me a better person and help me to be there for other people and just enrich my life in so many ways, that I never imagined possible! I never imagined a relationship like ours was possible until I spent the last week with you, saving Sandy and almost having our relationship sabotaged! Now, I'm glad we're stronger!, she said this last sentence more dreamily. Oh, I love you, my brown-eyed angel, Charlotte! That's what I think of you, like an angel! Charlotte laughed sleepily, "You're sweet and I'd have to say, look angelic yourself!, she kissed her lips gently, I love you too, my sweet blue-eyed, blond angel, Yvonne!", Charlotte whispered, smiling peacefully, as they drifted off to sleep in each other's arms. Epilogue A month later Yvonne and Charlotte do make their dream happen; they move into Charlotte's apartment. Charlotte is still saving money to buy a home for the two of them, though. The only difference is her lover is helping so that they can buy one together. Charlotte is also planning to go back to school soon to get her Ma in counseling. Their relationship is working although they have everyday problems they work through together. Angela and Sandra are living in Yvonne's former apartment together and paying rent as a couple. They also have their struggles but love one another enough to overcome the challenges ahead. A couple of weeks into the relationship, Charlotte finally came out to her parents. They were surprised at first because they only knew her to date men but soon accepted her new relationship choice when they met Yvonne and realized Charlotte was happy with this lady. They realized that she hadn't been this happy with her former boyfriends and this was all they'd wanted for her. Ellen and Heather are also living together at Ellen's and are camping out a lot. They are looking into buying an RV and living as nomads. That is a future dream as soon as they both save enough money. On the subject of James and is friends: A year later, his case goes to trial. All girls are witnesses in the case. The court room is packed and television crews film the whole trial. James and his friends' defense goes down in smoke. No one believes anything James or his friends have to say in their defense. In fact, the lawyer is so incompitent that the guys are made laughing stocks for the media to sensationalize for weeks to come. All of the girls are seen as heroines by the public and the media. People everywhere see the strength of each woman, especially Sandy, who has survived and flourished inspite of her abduction. James is given life in prison for his numerous embesslement, drug and abduction charges. Plus he has a number of asult and battery charges which land him a couple of extra life sentences without parole. His friends are all given one life sentence each, with parole in 15 years on the condition of good behavior, with charges of eccessery to abduct, drug charges and asult and battery charges. A few Months after James is sentenced, Jill goes to trial, as Charlotte and Yvonne have filed charges against her. Sandy does find out about what happend to Charlotte at Kats with her x girlfriend. Charlotte and Yvonne tell her that they are pressing charges against her x and finally feel it is the right time to come clean with her. She is disgusted and shocked, in the beginning. She has found some healing from her abuse and abduction by this time, though, so she isn't traumatized by this discovery. She only sees Charlotte's strength. Charlotte also discovers how strong Sandy is, at the same time. Sandy offers to be a witness in the case, thereby strengthening her character. This proves to be a trying time for the girls. It only proves that they are strong and growing stronger. Their friendships are deepened and their respect for one another's strengths grow. They all turn out to be leaders and winners in this time. In the end, Jill is convicted. She has to serve five years in a county detention, plus undergo drug and alcohol treatment, plus make comunity service hours, and pay for Sandy's counseling. Jill isn't happy, as we know from her previous behavior. Eventually, even she shows that one can change. Still rough around the edges, a few years later, she learns to make things right with the people she has hurt. She learns that its better to give than to take. She finally does right by Sandy and pays for her counseling. She also sends a letter of apology, admitting her wrongs to Charlotte and Yvonne. She doesn't become their friend, but the past is let go. All girls hang out as a group and go out for ladies night, every once and a while. now and again, a new prospect or two joins the group, who they help join the dating scene. They will now be happy with their relationships. Charlotte and Yvonne will discover new challenges and possibilities in their relationship but none like the hurdles in the first week they are together. However, the first nine days of their relationship help to build the foundation for the challenges they have to face ahead.