Lost in Lies

Feeling the Love

Scarlet woke up wrapped in a warm pair of arms. She smiled to herself, remembering their night together.

Previous night ...

After Clark had cleaned Scarlets cut, he carried her to the staff sofa. He
proceeded to gently place her down and wrap his jacket around her.

"I will grab you a coffee Scarlet, then I will take you home."

Clark did just that. Walking her back with his hand laced with hers. He did want to get her checked out at the hospital, but Scarlet refused.

"It is just a scratch." She said.

Clark had taken some time off work to get himself together. He had planned to look for a place and move the rest of his stuff from Clair's, but things changed. Clark wanted to spend some time getting to know the wonderful woman who has changed his life for the better.
When they arrived at Scarlet's place, she invited him in.
Clark looked around, admiring the décor. Scarlet certainly had talent in making simple things beautiful.

"Coffee or wine?" She asked him.

"Oh, um. Wine sounds good. Thankyou. I don't have work tomorrow, so a little drink
wont hurt." He replied, giving Scarlet a big smile, making her melt a little more.

"Make yourself at home. I won't be long."

Clark did what she asked and made himself comfortable on the sofa. Which was large and very soft. It was cream in colour with a soft suede feel. There was a dark brow faux
fur throw and gold cushions.
Scarlet joined him once she got the wine, and she also had some delicious looking cookies.

"Cookies and wine, very posh Scarlet." He said teasingly.

"I can always take them back?"

"Nooo. Give me the cookies." Clark said, leaning over to grab them.

After finally getting organised and snuggled up together, they decided to watch a film. Both of them wanted something funny to brighten their horrid day. Scarlet wasn't happy that she had to close the shop early.

While she had gotten the wine, Scarlet had messaged one of her workers to tidy the store ready for the morning. They were more than happy for the extra cash, which took a little pressure off.

They decided on a couple of films, as it was early. Each one forgotten as the conversation was flowing.

Realising how late it was getting, Clark ordered them food. The time went fast as they had so much in common.

It didn't take long for the food to arrive. Deciding that pizza was the best option. No pots to wash.

Scarlet was so happy then. Looking up at Clark, she realised that he was someone she could easily fall for. Then dread, he could also hurt her worse than anyone else. That
thought scared her.

"What's up, Scarlet? You look worried."

"Just a horrible thought. But I won't let it bother me. Fancy a horror now?"

"Definitely. I get an excuse to hold you then."

"You don't need an excuse for that."

Clark then pulled Scarlet onto his lap.

"I had better get you comfortable then." He told her as she giggled at his moves.

They searched for the perfect film. A zombi horror. Scarlet hated them, but she wanted to watch it while Clark had her in his arms.

Halfway through, Clark heard a gentle snore. Scarlet had fallen asleep on him. He chuckled at the funny noises coming from the tiny woman in his arms.
As gentle as possible, Clark got up, being careful not to wake the beauty. He used his foot to turn off the tv as he went past.

As he placed Scarlet on the bed, she grabbed his hand and pulled him down with her. Not that he minded. He decided to lay with her, fully clothed, wrapping his arms
around her and feeling content for the first time in a long time.
Clark knew that he was falling for Scarlet. What he had with Clair didn't compare to this. And he hadn't known Scarlet that long.

Present ...

Scarlet tried to get out from Clarks firm grip.But he held her tight.

"Clark, I need a wee. Please let me go. I need to get ready for work."

Clark mumbles in response.

"Call in sick. I need Scarlet time."

Laughing then, she decides to play dirty and tickles him. Clark wasn't expecting it and started giggling like a child. Making Scarlet aware that he was extremely ticklish.

"Stop! Please. I will let you up. Please stop." He begged.

When Scarlet stopped, Clark got his revenge. He started to tickle her. She was also very ticklish.
Luckily, she didn't need to go to the bathroom that bad.
After the tickle war, the pair were breathing heavy from laughter. Clark was lying over Scarlet, and they realised the intimate position that they were in.

Instead of getting up, Clark lifted Scarlet's face by her chin, looking at her with hungry eyes. He gently
look her mouth with his, starting a gentle caress. His kiss then deepened, taking Scarlets breathe away.

Scarlet put a stop to the kiss, as it was leading to something that they couldn't start yet.

"I am sorry, Clark, but I need to get ready. That kiss was leading to something we can not start this morning."

"Yea, it was. I am sorry that I got carried away."

"Don't apologise." She said, then kissed his nose to show she meant it.

"Clark that was amazing, I would have loved to have carried on, but I have a mess to fix this morning. Don't ever think that I do not want you. Nothing could be further from the
truth."

This made him smile. Getting himself up and pulling Scarlet up with him. She tried not to notice his excitement.

They were both dreading the mess that needed sorting. Hopefully, the sales assistant managed to make a dent.

When they had finished getting ready, Scarlet heading to see the damage. Clark went to his brothers for some clean clothes. He wanted to return and help with the aftermath.
Not wanting Scarlet to sort out his ex's mess alone.