Tennessee Whiskey AU

CHAPTER SIX

"You're as smooth as..."

An hour into the party and I was trying really hard not to be disappointed. Jensen was a no-show. No call or text to say he was running late or had changed his mind. I guess it wasn't anything set in stone and it's not like there is anything going on between us, but I've got to admit I was a little bit butt sore. I was suffering from a serious knock to my confidence. It's been so long since I've done any flirting or anything like this. The last time I did anything resembling this since I was 17. I know it might not seem like a huge difference, but 6 years was a long time to be out of the game. Especially with how much I've changed mentally and physically since then, it feels more like 20 years to my body.

Thirty minutes later and still no sign, my mood and energy levels were definitely lagging. A guy from the table across from us chose that moment to walk up and ask me to dance. I mean he was brave because I'm sure the look on my face at that moment was enough to scare anyone off. I considered his offer for a moment before agreeing. Looks of shock flashed across my friend's faces as my usual go-to was to politely reject their offer whilst insisting Erin would  happily dance with them because she usually would. I figured this was a new me. Maybe flirting with Jensen these past few days had fixed that part of me that cringed every time a man touched me, I certainly didn't mind his touch. I could do this again. I could move on from the shit show of my past and be happy again.

The minute the guy's hand touched my lower back to guide me to the dance floor I realised my mistake. Mayday, mayday. Abort mission. I turned to look at Erin who was giving me a weak smile and two thumbs up. So not fucking helpful. I mean, could she not see the sheer look of panic painted across my face?

What I can only describe as shuffling across to the dance floor trying really hard not to fall over or throw up. Let's be honest both are a strong possibility at this present moment in time. The poor guy tried his best, pulling me closer as we swayed to "American Pie" by Don Mclean. I know what you're thinking not the usual song to slow dance to. This guy just keeps getting it so wrong. I was just feeling incredibly uncomfortable. 

Jensen's POV

I'm so pissed at Kerr for making us late. Josh and I had waiting for ages for him to get his arse into gear. He had somehow completely forgotten we had plans tonight. I was this close to just leaving the pair of them. I knew where I wanted to be tonight, and it didn't involve either of these pair of jackasses.

We finally arrived and the band was easy enough to spot. We make our way over and before anyone can even acknowledge we are there I ask the question that is causing me the most trouble. I swear if she's got fed up and left because she's fed up of waiting for me I will kill the pair of them.

"where's Scarlett?"

I asked no one in particular. I tried my hardest to sound calm, but it comes across more as a growl.

"Erm, that guy asked her to dance" Erin stuttered pointing to the dance floor with an anxious look on her face.

I turned and quickly found the most beautiful woman I have ever met in the arms of some douchebag. She wore an uncomfortable look on her face, she was clearly not having as good a time as he was.

"Nope, not happening" I responded as I dropped my coat on the bench seat and stalked towards her.

"Mind if I cut in?" I asked with a smile on my face.

"we're kind of busy here pal, I'm sure there are plenty of other women here you can harass." The jerk responded.

I'm sure people are trying to push me over the edge tonight. If I can just get my hands on her I know it will calm this restless feeling vibrating through my body.

"How about the lady answers, lets she who she would prefer to dance with shall we." I butted in with a cocky grin on my face.

"Yeah, thanks for the dance but, erm yeah sorry" she muttered shyly and moved out of his arms and into mine. I sighed finally finding comfort for the first time. I finally felt like I could breathe for the first time this evening. I don't know what spell this woman has weaved over me, but I feel like the king of the world right now with her in my arms, her body pressed close to mine and her head resting on my shoulder.

"Thank you" she sighed as the music changed to "Tennessee Whiskey".

"you're more than welcome" I whispered breathlessly in her ear, enjoying the shiver that ran through her body.

This is where I wanted to be tonight.