This story has a part one, I recommend reading it first for full context. This story has a decent amount of plot, so if that's not your thing then move along.
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"Fuck that bitch," my best friend Tara says, taking a sip of her drink after hearing my recount of today's events. "That's what you get for messing around with a straight girl."
"Tara," Grace says in a warning tone. "Go easy on her. She's heartbroken." Grace is Tara's girlfriend. We met in our freshman year of college when we all lived in the same dorm building.
Grace shoots me a sympathetic look. "I'm sorry Lottie. You know she didn't mean anything by it."
Tara sits up straighter and continues to stare at me. She shakes her head slightly in disbelief.
"You know, Tara," I say, getting irritated. "I don't appreciate you being so rude to me. If you have something to say, then please say it. Otherwise, you need to stop judging me and just leave me alone."
Tara rolls her eyes. "Whatever," she says dismissively. "Forget about it. Let's change the subject."
"Good idea," Grace says. She leans back into the couch and crosses her legs. "We should go out tonight. To cheer you up maybe?"
"I don't think that's a good idea."
She glances over at Tara and they share a knowing glance before returning their attention to me.
"Lottie, you can't just sit in your room and mope," Grace scolds. "Come on. Please?"
"Alright," I agree reluctantly. "Where are we going tonight?"
"How about that new lesbian bar that opened, 'The Dime', right across the street from campus?"
We arrive at The Dime shortly after 10 pm. There aren't many people there yet. A few girls here and there.
We order drinks and take a seat near the stage. A female singer is belting out songs while playing an electric guitar. She has long brown hair and is wearing tight leather pants and a low-cut tank top. The woman comes up to the microphone and introduces herself as "Gia."
"She's pretty hot, huh?" Tara whispers in my ear.
I nod and smile weakly.
"You ok?"
I glance over at her. She's gazing at me with concern.
"Yeah, I'm fine," I assure her.
Tara pats my shoulder reassuringly.
"Have you had enough to drink?" she asks.
I shake my head. "No. Not yet."
"Ok, let's get another round," she suggests.
We continue to talk and listen to Gia sing through several more songs. When she finishes her last song, we decide to hit the dance floor.
We're dancing when my cell phone rings. I glance at the caller ID and see that it's Cassie. I decline the call and put it back in my pocket. After a couple of songs, I notice Gia staring. She catches my eye and smiles warmly at me. She waves to me, indicating that I should join her at her table.
I return her wave and make my way over to her table. I slide into the chair opposite her.
"Can I buy you a drink?" She asks.
"Sure," I reply.
I order a club soda with lime and Gia orders a vodka tonic.
We chat for a bit, getting to know each other.
"Are you two sisters?" Gia asks me, pointing at Tara.
I shake my head and laugh nervously. "No, we're not, just friends."
"Oh," she says surprised. "So... are you single then?"
"Uh-huh," I reply.
I look over at Tara and she gives me a wink.
"Is something wrong?" Gia asks, noticing my expression.
I shake my head and take a swig of my drink.
"No, not really."
"You seem distracted," she observes.
"I'm fine," I lie.
She leans forward conspiratorially and whispers in my ear. "I have a boyfriend," she
admits.
"Oh," I say noncommittally.
"Want to meet him?" she asks.
"No. I don't," I say, and stand up quickly.
I start to walk away but she reaches out and grabs my arm.
"Wait," she says, pulling me back. "Please, just stay here and have a drink."
I roll my eyes. "I'm not thirsty."
"No, really," she insists. "I promise you'll have fun. Come on. Don't leave without giving me a chance."
I sigh heavily. "Fine, whatever," I acquiesce.
I sit back down at the table and order another drink. Gia places her hand on mine. I pull away.
"I'm sorry," she apologizes. "I didn't mean to scare you off."
"It's okay," I say. "I guess I'm just a little nervous."
She grins. "Don't worry, I won't bite."
I try to smile back at her but I'm still uncomfortable.
"Babe!" she call when a tall man approaches our table. He's handsome. Tall and tan. He's wearing a pair of khaki shorts and a white T-shirt. His black hair is cut short.
"Hey," he says, leaning down to kiss her.
She giggles and wraps her arms around his neck.
"This is my boyfriend, Jack," Gia announces proudly.
"Hi," he says, giving me an awkward side hug.
"Jack, this is Lottie," Gia says, introducing us.
"Nice to meet you," he says.
I smile politely in response.
"I was thinking of asking Lottie to come home with us tonight," Gia says.
I look at her in surprise. "What?"
"Relax," she says. "He's a great guy. Really nice. He just wants to watch"
I frown as I take another sip of my drink.
"What's wrong?" she asks.
I shake my head. "Nothing."
"Look, I know it sounds weird, but this is just a fantasy of mine. My Jack and I have always talked about doing it with a girl."
"I get it," I reply.
"So what do you think? He wouldn't even have to touch you."
I swallow hard. "I'm not sure."
"Come on," she pleads. "Just think about how hot it'd be. You and me together."
"This is crazy. I don't even know you."
"Trust me," she says. "You're going to have an amazing time."
She places her hand on my thigh. She leans closer to me and speaks softly into my ear. "Would you like to see more of me?"
My breathing becomes shallow as I feel myself growing excited. My heart starts to race. I feel flushed and aroused.