What Happens In The Dark

CHAPTER 10

The days, weeks and months seem to go by quickly for Maya and Carina, who are firmly locked in a love bubble, they have found surprisingly inventive ways to make dating in secret work, from romantic meals in, to movie dates a little out of Seattle, day trips to other places...

All of it going so well the two of them could barely believe it, they haven't had any issues or problems, no close calls... They have both leaned on friends for support and cover when needed however, both Jack and Andy have been a great support for Maya, whilst Carina has her own friends she has used for support when needed.

Carina's divorce is in motion, both her and Felix in semi-regular contact about points raised by their respective lawyers. They have agreed how their assets will be split, both of them eventually agreeing they would sell the house and both look for a new place. So there really has been no drama or problems, and that should have set them both on high alert... But it didn't.

"Shall we go out somewhere tomorrow?" Carina distractedly whispers out to Maya who is lying against her on the sofa, a movie playing on the TV in front of them.

Maya turns to look at Carina. "What, like drive out to somewhere?"

Carina smiles, "well I was thinking maybe we could go to that new Thai place near the park..."

Maya just looks at her "I know we both really wanna go there, but do you think it's a good idea? I mean, what if someone sees?"

Carina drops a kiss on her cheek, "we have been fine so far... I mean it's not the sort of place anyone we know would frequent... Besides it's officially 3 months since you and I became just you and I. I want to celebrate that, celebrate us." Carina says kissing Maya softly who smiles into the kiss.

"Is that a yes?" Carina asks.

Maya smiles at her and nods "good, because I kinda booked the table weeks ago." Carina smirks.

"What? Really?" Maya asks, surprised.

Carina smiles "you do realise we can't just turn up to a popular restaurant and expect to get a table right?" She laughs.

Maya rolls her eyes "thank you, for that. I know how reservations work, smartass."

Carina laughs, dropping another kiss on Maya's cheek "I love you Maya."

Maya smiles, "I love you too babe. Now hush, I'm trying to watch the movie."

"Stupida" Carina laughs, snuggling back into Maya's side allowing her to watch her silly movie.

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"Wow, this place is beautiful" Carina says as they walk through the door towards the hostess.

"Good evening, reservation for DeLuca?" Carina says in such a strong and confident way it makes Maya's knees weak. She loves this side of her girlfriend, walking into a high class place like she owns it, like she belongs nowhere but there.

"Of course Ms. DeLuca, please follow me." The hostess says.

As they make their way to their table Maya can't help but watch the sway of Carina's hips, the tight dress and heels doing very, very inappropriate for public things to her thoughts.

"Bambina?" Carina says.

Maya snaps her eyes up to meet Carina's who was looking over her shoulder "hmm?"

Carina chuckles knowing exactly what had her girlfriend so distracted. "I said this place is beautiful, isn't it." She says as the hostess indicates their table and they take their seats.