Meet the Coach

@ Jinx...
Micheal listened intently as she spoke, nodding and smiling. He wanted Kaylynn to know he was listening. He enjoyed hearing her telling him about this. She was relaxed and open when it came to her future and dancing. “California.” He rolled today over his tongue and laughed when she said something about New York. “That’s true.” When Kaylynn asked Micheal where he wanted to live he paused. Micheal never thought about it, he just didn’t want to be here. He smiled over at her. “California.” He told her, he hadn’t truly Th ought about it but if Kaylynn would be there at least he’d have one person he knew. When they reached the party he was excited, disappointed that he couldn’t drink because he was driving. But looking to just have a good time.” “Sounds good.” He said and squeezed her hand and the couple walked towards the fire. Micheal wanted to laugh when there was only one seat left. He wasn’t sure if he should sit and have Kaylynn on his lap, or if he should let her sit and stand besides her. He nodded and said hello to the kids surrounding them.
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Bailey looked up at Royce. “Not sure yet, still gotta but the dress.”
She said honestly. Bailey didn’t dress up often, she wasn’t sure what would look good so she had been putting off the dress buying. “Do you have any color preferences?” She asked and smiled at Royce again. “If you do, I’ll make sure to find something in that color or shade. I’m not too big on getting dressed up and fancy stuff. So I have no idea about any of that stuff.” She said sheepishly and blushing.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn smiled as he said California as well. She bit her lip thinking about it. Once they walked into the party she followed him and blushed seeing the one seat left on the edge of a bench. Micheal made acquaintance with the kids around the fire. She looked around and patted Micheal's arm. ""I'm gonna get some apple cider. Want some?" she asked him. She bit her lip knowing by leaving him she would probably come back to him sitting. Which meant she was choosing to sit in his lap. She blushed as she weaved through the crowd. She picked up a glass and filled it. She headed back after a while and saw Micheal sitting like she had guessed. Kaylynn moved over to him and slipped into his lap easily. She looked around the crowd and felt the blush reach her ears. She sipped her drink as she leaned her back into Micheal's chest. She leaned her head back against him as she listened to the story about someone and their last dirt bike adventure. She laughed softly at one of the events like everyone else. Smiling she could feel the ever present blush that she seemed to have lately with Micheal. She didn't know what it was but she was scared that she felt this could be more. If she let herself believe that he wasn't playing her then she had to figure out what this made them.

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Royce grinned looking at her. She sounded nervous about dressing up. "Well I think you would look great in silver but you would also look good in yellow and that might be more comfortable. Yellow is more like a summer dress than fancy feeling but you can still be fancy." he shrugged. He looked down at her. "I don't care what you wear I'm just glad you're going with me." he smiled. He didn't know what to say other than he liked having her around but even that felt too big for him to say. He rubbed his head and leaned down kissing her head. "I should head home." He said and reached out taking her hand squeezing it lightly.

@ Jinx...
Micheal smiled and nodded when Kaylynn asked if he wanted a drink. It would be jice to have something. He moved to the chair and sat, looking around and talking to everyone around him. He brought back his confident and cocky persona. It just felt right. He had an ever present grin on his face when he held this persona. When he looked over and saw Kaylynn came back the grin turned to a smile. He blushed slightly as she slid into his lap.Micheal wrapped one arm around Kaylynn, making sure she wouldn’t fall from his lap. The other rested on the arm of the chair. It was weird to him. He didn’t usually put on this persona around Kaylynn. He was more kind and relaxed with her, but around others he ddI have the persona. It was as if both side of him were competing for him. He nuzzled his face into her neck before kissing her cheek, a small smile and a faint blush on his cheeks. Micheal looked back out at the group and grinned, laughing, talking, telling his own stories. The host of the party came by and was talking to everyone. “You guys all know where all the drinks, the rooms, the supplies, everything we. Help yourselves.” He told them, grinning at the couples around them, nodding at Micheal. Micheal rolled his eyes and laughed at the other boy. His eyes moving around. He knew people expected things from him, but that wasn’t what he wanted. He just wanted to spend time with Kaylynn. His arm almost instinctively wrapped around her even more, protectively.
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Bailey listened to his suggestions and nodded. “I like that. I’ll keep that in mind when I head out and pick the dress.” She told him with a smile. Bailey was sad when he said he had to go, but understood. “Alright.” She said and took his plate from him. “I’ll walk you to your truck.” She said and did so. Bailey waved as she watched Royce pull down the driveway and when he was out of sight she went inside. Bailey places the plate in the sink before she moved into her own bedroom. She shut the door and sat on her bed and stared at the ceiling. Bailey punched her pillow and sighed. She didn’t want feelings involved in this. She didn’t want Royce to make her play this game, she wanted to make him play it.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn had brought back his drink. She blushed as his arm wrapped around her to hold her into place. She could see the way his grin turned to a smile for her. It was weird to see both sides of him at the same time. Kaylynn bit her lip to bite back a giggle as Micheal nuzzled her neck. She grinned as he kissed her cheek. She looked at him and smiled softly at him. Her hands cupped her drink and she was glad she held it so that she didn't hold his hand or pull him closer because it felt so right in his arms. She smiled as Micheal told his story and chuckled seeing everyone watching her with him. When the host came over her eyebrows pulled together. It seemed everyone expected something tonight and it wasn't going to happen. Even if it would it wouldn't be here. She felt Micheal pull her closer and she let out a breath leaning more into him and closing her eyes a moment. She had finished her drink and sett he cup down her hand moving over his on her waist still warm from the drink. She turned in his lap to whisper in his ear. "My shoulders are cold. Could I use your jacket?" she looked up at him with sweet eyes.

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Royce had stopped in to thank Mrs. Foster for dinner before he let Bailey walk him to his truck and kissed her cheek before he left. A he drove away he looked at her in the rear mirror. He drove home to the empty house and walked in. He moved through the dark halls to his bathroom. Showering and then dressing for bed he crawled in. He hugged his pillow and frowned. He couldn't stop thinking of her in a long yellow dress her hair all done up and boots. She would wear those fancy boots. He chuckled and shook his head. Those damn boots. He rubbed his head. He didn't know how to get her out of his head. Her father had been right in his subtext. They where to different it wouldn't work but damn did he want it to.

@ Jinx...
Michael was slowly allowing himself to be put at ease. Social interactions were easy for him when he could fake it. But he was always conscious of the fact that Kaylynn was here and that he had a different side of himself to show her who he was. He enjoyed how close they were at the moment. He finished his drink and set it besides them, feeling Kaylynn get closer to him. Micheal couldn’t help but smile when she did. He heard her words and nodded. “Of course.” He murmured, just enough so she could hear him. He wasn’t sure why but he enjoyed the intimacy of the couple being private. He allowed Kaylynn to adjust herself while he took his jacket off, then wrapped it around her. His arms easily moved around Kaylynn to pull her back to him, close. He grinned out at the crowd that had begun to come around the fire. Couples, individuals, all sorts of people laughing, drinking, talking, and just having a good time.
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Bailey had really enjoyed Royce being over, even if her dad had been sort of a jerk. She had listened in and almost knew he was right. Her and Royce were very different. This was the life she loved and she knew Royce wanted to make it big in some city somewhere. She didn’t like that she felt sad about them being different. Maybe Brett had been right, she was getting in over her head. She wanted to play the player, but right now it seemed like he was playing her again.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn smiled as he gave her his jacket. She slipped into it sighing as the warmth of him surrounded her. She burred her face in the collar a moment then looked up at him and giggled as he pulled her back to him. She snuggled into his neck and kissed his cheek. She relaxed back into him as more people gathered around the fire. She ran her hand down Micheal's arm and laced her fingers through hers at her waist. This was easy to be close to him. If there where no expectations, and he really wanted to make it work they could make it work, couldn't they? She bit her lip. Maybe this didn't have to be one of those things that just disappeared after high school. Maybe this could be longterm. After a while she was feeling kind of crowded and more and more people where watching them making assumptions and she needed a break from it. "Let's take a walk." she said softly and stood taking his hand.

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Royce looked in the mirror and straightened his tie. He went to his car and drove to Bailey's house. Once he was there he stood and knocked all dressed up in his suit and ready for Homecoming. He smiled as Mr. Foster opened the door. "Sir." he gave a nod. He walked in with him and they stood in the living room waiting for Bailey. He was nervous here with Bailey's father, half expecting some "hands off my daughter" speech. He held flowers in his hands, a little bit of daisies, babies breath and a sunflower to bring a little color. It had reminded him of her like summer and country land. He shifted nervously. "Why are girls always late?" he muttered to Beau.

@ Jinx...
Micheal swallowed as he looked around at everyone. He enjoyed parties but not when everyone was in one place. He was relieved when Kaylynn mentioned leaving. He smiled and nodded. “Sounds good to me.” He murmured back. Micheal stood and took her hand as he led her away from the group. He felt as though plenty of eyes were on them as they moved away from the group. Micheal relaxed more as they left, leaving his cocky persona behind. He smiled down at Kaylynn. “You aren’t the crowded party type, huh?” He teased. Micheal looked around and led Kaylynn inside the house, moving to what seemed to be the dining room. The music wasn’t too loud in this part of the house, but you could hear it in the background. He saw cups and bottles on the floor throughout the house and laughed slightly. “Funny how both parties we have been to together neither of us actually drink.” He commented.
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Bailey was finishing getting read in her parents room. Her mother helping touch up the makeup. Bailey heard Royce knock, yelling out. “Be right out!.” Beau looked Royce up and down, nodding to himself. He stood waiting with Royce, raising an eyebrow at his comment but not saying anything. Bailey came out in her dress. She looked at Royce and smiled big. Her hair was braided, pulled into an updo. Her makeup simple yet elegant. And as Royce had guessed, wearing a pair of cowboy boots. “You look handsome.” She said and moved over to him, thanking Royce for the flowers. She looked at her father, who now had a big smile on his face. He hugged bailey and she kissed his cheek. “You look so good sweetie.” He told her. Tiffany insisted on getting a couple photos before Bailey said they had to get going.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn chuckled as he teased her. "It appears that neither are you big guy." she pushed him lightly and grinned moving under his arm resting her head against him as they walked. She walked into the house with him. She walked into the kitchen and chuckled at his observation. "Well I am an athlete so I don't drink much to begin with." she said and smirked. "But really I don't think it's fair that you have to stay sober alone." she told him and smiled then blushed. "Besides I'm not sure I'm ready for you to see that side of me." she said remembering the last time she drank. She leaned against the counter looking up at him. "Micheal." she spoke his name softly. She waited until she go his full attention. "What is it you want from me?" she asked him softly wanting to know if he would tell her the truth or just what she wanted to hear.

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Royce smiled as she came down the stairs and he grinned. She looked like Bell from Beauty and the Beast. It seemed fitting. He grinned as she complimented him standing up taller. "You're one to talk gorgeous." he said and handed her the flowers. Royce smiled as Mrs. Foster insisted on photos. He posed for them with Bailey and then grinned as she insisted that they go. He nodded and lead her out to his car. He opened the door for her helping her in and making sure that her dress didn't get caught in the door. He came around and got in driving off to the dance. "You do look beautiful Bailey." he said looking at the road his cheeks tinted pink in the dark.

@ Jinx...
Micheal chuckled and nodded in agreement. He knew he probably shouldn’t be drinking heavily before playoffs. He loved how dedicated Kaylynn was to her craft, he admired it. When Kaylynn spoke his name he looked over and moved closer to Kaylynn. “Yea?” He murmured and raised an eyebrow. At her question he took a deep breath and sighed. He nodded to himself. I’m healed leaned on the counter across from Kaylynn. “Well, I’ll be honest with you.” He said and smiled faintly. “At first I wanted to see if I could corrupt you, another conquest.” He said and anxiously rubbed the back of his neck. “But then you somehow got inside.” He told her and pointed to his chest. “And now I really want something different. I don’t want sex. I don’t want some fling.” He said and swallowed hard. “I want to date you, and grow with you. We’re both seniors. We’re both leaving this place soon. And maybe we could go out to California together and build something together.” He said, looking at his feet. Micheal was nervous that Kaylynn wouldn’t believe him.
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Bailey climbed into Royce’s truck after they left. Thanking him for helping. She looked over when he said she was Beautiful, her cheeks blushing hard. She noticed the blush on his cheeks as well. Her hand moved to his leg and she laughed. “Thanks, hot shot.” She said teasingly. Bailey felt like this was an important moment in their relationship. This would decide what direction they went it. When the couple arrived at the dance Bailey got out of the truck with Royce’s help. She took his hand as they walked inside.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn watched him as he spoke. It was like something flooded inside of her. She felt like a bundle of nerves. She moved to him pressing her body to his and ran her hands up his chest looking up at him. "Your being really vulnerable with me." She said. She knew if she was going to hurt him it would be now. But she couldn't, she had never wanted to despite what others said about him. "I was never looking for a relationship. I have big plans and even bigger dreams and I was afraid a relationship would get on the way but..." She took an unsteady breath searching is eyes. "But here you are. And it scares the hell out of me because despite everything you mean something to me and I want that with you. I want something real and to grow together." She told him her stomach fluttering anxiously. She was shaking. "I want to talk about the future and plan it together." She said reaching up and cupping his cheek gently guiding his face closer. Her lips presses gently to his but with passion.

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Royce chuckled. "Yeah sure thing." He said relaxing now that she was back to teasing him. "I knew you would wear the boots." He chuckled. They arrived to the school and he got out helping Bailey out. They walked hand in hand into the school and he looked around at all the people grinning. "Want to dance?" He asked wondering if she ever danced or is she did to anything other than country. He smiled at her glad she was here with him. If nothing else they would have a great time hanging out. They already proved they liked to do that together.

@ Jinx...
Micheal was nervous. He wasn’t sure how Kaylynn would react or what was going to happen. He watched her as she moved closer to him, almost tensing up. When her body was against his he felt electricity run through his body. He grinned down at Kaylynn, his hands moving to her hips. He held her body against his as she spoke. He nodded as he listened. He could tell he was vulnerable, but he didn’t want to be. He hated vulnerability. He swallowed and nodded in agreement. When he felt her hands on his face and her lips against his. He kissed back with just as much intensity and passion. He allowed himself to melt into the kiss. Micheal lifted Kaylynn up, setting her on the counter, he moved her legs around his waist as he continued to kiss her.
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Baileys laughed and rolled her eyes. “Hey now, these boots are multi purpose. Work, dress, fun, everything.” She teased. As they walked inside bailey smiled. She did enjoy these dances but usually went alone. “Yes please.” She said and grinned, moving through the crowd and to a spot for them on the dance floor. She listened to the song before beginning to move her body against Royce’s to the rhythm. She was a decent dancer. Not great but decent.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn felt like her body was on fire as her mind swirled like crazy. She wanted more of him even as he picked her up and set her on the counter his hands on her body. She gasped into his mouth her hands in his hair. She knew they should slow down, there was no privacy here either and this would defiantly raise eyebrows. She couldn't bring herself to pull away. She was breathless and her head was swimming in the ecstasy of his touch, his kiss, and his words. She heard someone clear their throat. "Sorry for interuptin'." She said with a draw. Kaylynn pulled back blushing like mad to see Rachel looking pissed off hands on hips cheeks flushed. Kaylynn scooted back on the counter a little as she unknowingly looked at Micheal's ex. "It's alright." She patted Micheal's arm thankful when he moved. "I'm going to the bathroom." She said moving quickly.

Rachel walked over grabbing a cup and pouring vodka in it. "Your latest conquest is cute Micheal." She said and moved over to him taking a long drink. "It doesn't seem like you have long before you seal the deal." She smirked. "Maybe after your done we can go up to that old spot of ours and..." She walked her fingers up his chest. "Reconect." She said leaning in close.

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Royce laughed as she defended her shoes nodding with a stupid happy grin on his face. "Yes dear." He teased. They moved to the dance floor and he moved with her. He enjoyed the feeling of their bodies moving in unison to the music. There was something about it that was so hot. He kept his hands appropriate though he really didn't want to. He watched her his eyes captivated by her. Tonight he was letting her lead. As long as he got to stay close to her he was happy.

@ Jinx...
Micheal was enjoying the moment between them. He wasn’t being pushy or even leading. He was letting Kaylynn do that, with the exception of putting her on the counter. Micheal was lost in their kiss and didn’t even hear someone come by, let alone their words. He only realized they weren’t alone until Kaylynn pulled away, which led to a frown forming on his lips. Micheal moved to let her jump down as his eyes moved over to Rachel, narrowing slightly. Micheal gave Kaylynn’s hand a squeeze as she walked away and towards the bathroom.

Micheal turned to face Rachel, his arms crossing over his chest as he raised an eyebrow at her. “What I do is none of your business.” He stated plainly. Standing tall as if being big and intimidating would help him. “Oh shut up Rachel.” He said rolling his eyes, though he knew based on his reputation she was right. “I like Kaylynn, I plan to keep her around.” He said, frowning when Rachel got closer. Micheal took a step back and shook his head. “No thanks, now if you’ll excuse me I’m gonna go wait for Kaylynn.” He told her, just wanting out of the situation.
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Bailey danced alongside Royce for a bit before she turned to face him. “Hey I’m hot, wanna grab something to drink?” She asked as she took his hand and began to walk towards the refreshment table. Bailey saw some water bottles shoved into a bucket of ice and Grabbed one for her and royce, handing one to him. She broke hers open and sipped from it, wiping a bead of sweat from her forehead. “You aren’t too shabby.” She teased.

@ BadStreetBoys
Rachel grinned as he started to walk away. "She either has you whipped or she's making you work for it. Let me know if you change your mind sexy." she called as he left her.

Kaylynn finally fount the bathroom and after waiting a little was able to slip in. When she came out she saw Micheal. She grinned and pulled her hair to the side. "Hey." she said with a blush. She walked over to him and slipped her hand into his. "Let's take a walk outside and then we can see if people have left the fire yet." she said and looked up at him. He looked a little off. She wondered what it was. He had seemed pretty tense around that other girl. "So who was she?" Kaylynn asked as they walked outside. She could have not asked and see if he told her but he seemed like he wasn't going to let it go easy. She didn't think he was the type that forgave easily. She laced her fingers with his as she lead him back towards the trees on the property.

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Royce nodded as she mentioned a drink. He followed her through the crowd his hand in hers. Once they stopped at the drinks he thanked her as she handed one to him. He drank his water deeply and grinned as she complimented him. "Well thanks. You're good too. It surprised me honestly I wouldn't think this would be your kind of music." he said a little embarrassed he had be stereotyping her so much. Royce watched as Brett came up to them. Brett smiled. "Hey Bailey! You look amazing!" he said and leaned in to hug her.

@ Jinx...
Micheal scoffed and rolled his eyes. “If anyone is whipped here, it’s you.” He said and glanced over at Rachel again. “I got you to do whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted.” He countered with a sneer.

Micheal was relieved when he saw Kaylynn come out of the bathroom, giving her a gentle smile through the tension in his shoulders. Micheal interlaced his fingers with hers as he began walking with her. Micheal was trying to let go of the tension and the stress, but he wasn’t good at it. “Good idea.” He murmured, lifting her hand and kissing the back of it. Micheal laughed dryly at Kaylynn’s question. “Ex girlfriend. Nobody.” He told her and shrugged his shoulder. “Shes nobody. Probably drunk and horny.” He said and swallowed. Micheal grabbed the door and opened it for Kaylynn as he followed her outside. He took a deep breath of the fresh air and was able to release most of the tension he still held.
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Bailey raised an eyebrow at his compliment. “That’s kind of a backhanded compliment, Royce.” She commented before continuing to drink her water. She knew being a country girl came with stereotype, but most people didn’t actually talk about them with her. Bailey’s face broke out into a smile when she heard Brett. She moved and hugged him tightly. “Brett!” She said excitedly and smiled up at him. “Thank you, you aren’t looking too shabby yourself.” She teased and played with his tie for a moment. Bailey stepped back and looked at both boys in front of her, smiling at both of them.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn raised her brow at his words looking over at him seeing something she wasn't sure what it was. She grinned as he breathed better as they came outside. She nodded softly. "You don't have to think of it anymore. Thank you for telling me." she said knowing he hadn't had to tell her but telling her had been another way he was vulnerable with her. She stopped after a little while and turned to Micheal pulling him closer as she leaned against a tree. She smiled up at him. "This has been a really big night for us." she chuckled and rested her hands on his stomach looking up at him. She wanted to make all the tension in him go away. "On the plus side I have only dated a couple guys and one moved away. The other would be scared of you for the fact your a jock." she chuckled and shook her head. She never thought she would date a jock but Micheal was something special. He had worked his way into her just like she had done to him. She was glad it wasn't one sided. She ran her hands up his chest. "You know I really like this tie." she said grinning as she waited for him to ask why.

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Royce frowned as she called him out. "You're right I'm sorry. I'm..." he frowned more as Brett came over and hugged Bailey. He took a drink of his water schooling his expression to relaxed. He finished his water and smiled as Bailey looked him over. "What too many suits make you mute?" he teased. Royce had been wanting to explain what he was struggling to do but that he was working on his issues but that wasn't going to happen now. Brett grinned like a fool. "You think I could steal you for a dance and a couple photo's?" he asked hopeful. "The team wants to see if we can all squeeze into the photo booth." he smirked though that was only one picture. He wanted a few of just them.

@ Jinx...
Micheal nodded, relieved that Kaylynn believed him, allowing the rest of the tension to drift away. He liked how quiet it was in the area out back that they had gone to. In the distance you could see the fire and hear the kids, but this spot here was all their own. Micheal smirked as she pulled him, his hands easily making their way to her hips. He laughed at her comments about the exes. “Oh yeah? Am I the big bad wolf?” He teased. “Coach says I’m small and some scouts might not like that or be worried about that. I’m gonna start working out and bulking up.” He explained. “I’ve got the height, but not the bulk and the weight to be hit by huge dudes.” He said and laughed slightly, playfully flexing for Kaylynn. Micheal grinned as he felt her hands on his chest, raising an eyebrow at her last comment. “My tie? Why’s that?” He asked, his hands still holding onto her hips.
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Bailey hadn’t noticed Royce’s frown, just excited to see two of her favorite guys here. “Oh shush.” She teased and smiled. “I just think my two favorite guys both look very good tonight, admiring you both.” She teased, turning her attention back to Brett as he spoke. She looked over at Royce. “You don’t mind if I sneak off with Brett and the soccer team for a few minutes, do you?” She asked and smiled, kissing his cheek. “I’ll be right back I promise.” She told Royce and quickly glanced at the clock. “9:30 I’ll be right back here for you.” She said before she followed Brett towards the photo booth, laughing as all the guys began to try and squish into the booth.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn nodded. "He has some bad blood with jocks in the past so he wont bother you." she furrowed her brows as he told her what the coach said. She nodded as he said he was going to be weight lifting. She smiled then broke out into a laugh as he flexed. "They look impressive to me." she smirked. He asked why and she beamed looking up at him quiet for a moment long enough to make him really look at her then she tugged on his tie pulling him down and she caught his lips with hers. She whimpered a delighted hum as she kissed him deeply. She pressed close to him feeling the tree behind her as their lips moved together. She broke slightly her eyes still closed. "That's why." she whispered to him. Her hands rested on his sides and she was nervous yet really excited to see how this was going to work out for them. What worried her most was how other people where going to react. She was expecting ex girlfriends to be angry and a few name shames to come her way but she was hoping that would be it.

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Royce smirked as she talked about going with Brett. "Yeah sure." he said and tossed the water bottle into the trash. He watched her head off and how Bret's hand moved down her back as he lead her tot he photo booth and how the guys all squished in around her. He felt a twitch in his lip and he ran a hand through his hair moving to the bathroom to cool off. Once he came out he headed to the snacks taking advantage of the free time.

Brett squished into the center of the photo booth with Bailey as the guys all tried to cram in one way or another. They got a couple photos then the team pulled out and Brett got a few with just him and Bailey. He smirked as they got out and grabbed the pictures. "They are awesome." he grinned and handed the other to her.

@ Jinx...
Micheal grinned at Kaylynn, he liked that she was already impressed with him. He was surprised slightly as she pulled him down into a kiss, but he wasn’t upset. His lips quickly matched hers and he kissed her deeply. Micheal kept one hand on her hip, the other wrapped around her waist and pulled Kaylynn’s body tight to his. When she broke the kiss he couldn’t help but smirk. “I think I like it too.” He murmured and his lips met hers again, his free hand moving form her hip and then moving up and down her side. Micheal’s mind was on Kaylynn and this moment. He had never really dealt with the consequences of his serial dating. He didn’t have to. Most of the girls he dated and made his conquest were fine with the hookup culture. Others not so much. But for some reason they didn’t fault him, they faulted the other girl. All Micheal knew was that he liked Kaylynn and didn’t want to think about anyone else at the moment. Not Rachel, nor anyone else.
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Bailey laughed as the guys pulled her up and into the booth, grinning and smiled and waving as most left. Then taking a few photos with Brett. She grabbed his hand when they got out and squeezed it, thanking him for the extra set. “Look my dress has secret pockets.” She said and hid the photos away. “I think I should get back with Royce, come find me later though.” She told Brett with a big smile, patting him on the chest. Bailey moved through the crowd and found Royce at the snacks, reaching over she took one for herself. “Miss me hot shot?” She teased.

@ BadStreetBoys
Kaylynn smirked as he said he liked it too and she nodded about to say something when his lips caught hers again. She ran her hands up over his chest and around his neck pushing up on the balls of her feet to kiss him deeper her cheeks heated. She felt the world spinning like she had never known before. She was aware of every breath Micheal took and every movement of his body against hers. She pulled back after a while panting softly and leaned against the tree her hands moved down his arms to take his hands. "I need to stop." she said softly. "You're intoxicating." she blushed and closed her eyes a moment a soft smile on her lips. She looked back at him. "Give me just a moment then we can go back to the fire." she said and looked up through the dark trees at the sky grinning at the stars and the sliver of moon shinning overhead. They didn't have a lot longer to stay before she needed to head home but she wanted to enjoy every moment of it with Micheal. She looked back at him. She knew he was being a gentleman tonight and she was grateful for it. He was proving to her that his words where true. It wasn't about the sex between them.

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Brett chuckled as she put her photos in her pockets. "Of course they do." he smirked. He nodded as she talked about getting back to Royce. "Be careful with him Bay." he said and let her go though he wanted to pull her closer.

Royce looked up seeing Bailey and grinned. "Please I can replace you with fancy quiches." he teased and moved over to her. "So let me see them. How many fit into the booth?" he asked her as he moved next to her offering her a fancy quiche. Royce was glad she was back. He didn't like being alone and especially not in his own territory. Parties where easy for him to be a player at. He was confident in front of people, it was when he was one on one that he had issues.