Outer Banks Imagines ~ JJ and Rafe

JJ ~ hot tub

POV: you and JJ have always had a flirtatious banter and today you both finally took the leap of courage. You're a kook turned pogue.

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Back at John B's house, the group was unwinding in the hot tub, laughter and music filling the air. You sat in the tub, sipping your beer while watching the other having fun. The air smelled faintly of beer and smoke as everyone relaxed.

The boys had started a beer-chugging contest, each one trying to outdo the other. John B was the first to finish, throwing his hands in the air triumphantly. "Whoo! Yeah! Whoo! Whoo!" he shouted, his voice cutting through the music.

The girls burst into laughter, their eyes rolling at the boys' antics.

Next up, John B and JJ had an impromptu dance-off, gyrating and flailing their arms to the beat as the group erupted into hysterics, their laughter louder than the music. The tension and chaos of the last few days felt miles away as they let loose.

"Yeah, yeah, yeah!" John B chanted, hyping up Pope for his turn.

Pope smirked and began freestyling:
"I never made good grades in school. When I get out, I act like a fool. They say I come in the party. And cause a commotion. I'm smooth, yeah, call me lotion!"

You couldn't help but burst out laughing, sharing a genuine moment of joy with Sarah, who was giggling beside you.

"What the heck was that?"

Suddenly, JJ pointed at you, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. "come here baby. I think it's time you give me a kiss. Just like the good lord intended."

You raised an eyebrow, your smile widening as you lean back, teasing him. "Sorry JJ but rules are rules. No Pogue-on-Pogue macking," you say, taking a swig of your beer.

JJ shrugged, his grin unfaltering. "Then can you be a Kook for just one second?"

You tilted your head, playing along. "One second, huh?" You glanced over at Sarah and Kiara, who both raised their eyebrows, clearly egging you on. 

Turning back to JJ, you smirked. "Are you sure you only want me for one second?" You ask, setting your beer down on the edge.

"Okay, maybe a minute," JJ replied, his voice full of playful bravado.

"Oh, now you want a minute," You chuckled, sliding across the hot tub to get closer to him. The rest of the group sat in stunned silence, eyes wide at what was unfolding before them.

"Just a little," JJ whispered, his eyes locking onto yours.

"Is this really happening right now?" Pope muttered, his voice barely audible.

"Oh my God," Sarah whispered, her smile spreading uncontrollably.

You moved in closer, sliding between his legs, your hands gently cradling JJ's jawline as you leaned in, pressing your lips to his, your mouths melding together in a kiss that was far more intense than anyone expected. JJ's arms wrapped around your waist, pulling you closer, and as the kiss deepened. 

The rest of the group sat frozen, eyes wide in disbelief before bursting into wolf whistles and cheers.

"It's about time, baby!" John B hooted, throwing his arms in the air in mock celebration.

You tilted your head back, laughing as you broke the kiss. JJ nuzzled his face into your neck, clearly not wanting the moment to end. With a playful grin, you pushed him away gently, splashing him with water. He laughed in response, trying to splash your back, but you quickly scooted away, returning to your spot beside Sarah.

Sarah shook your head, laughing. "That was crazy."

You just smirked, leaning back with a satisfied smile as you finished your beer. "What can I say? Gotta keep things interesting."