The evening sun set over the horizon, turning the sky a vivid mix of pinks and oranges. The setting rays forced themselves through the gaps in the curtains of Mary Louise's bedroom, falling upon her bed.
The candles were lit on her bedside table, illuminating the room. Nora was layed in Mary Louise's arms, stripped of clothing, their skin touching. Her legs were wrapped around Mary Lou's and her head rested against her chest. The only sound was their soft breathing and the beat of their hearts, they were at complete peace.
"Do you think there will ever be a time in our lives where I do not have to hide my love for you outside our home?" Nora whispered.
"I'm sure, one day. If somebody is willing enough to fight for it." Mary louise kissed Nora's forehead and wrapped her arms tighter around her body.
"God, I love you Mary Lou. I want to shout it through the whole bloody neighbourhood." Mary Louise smiled, the sound of music from the record player downstairs began to drift to their room. "I love you, do not start being reckless and getting yourself imprisoned. I'd have to kill all of the prison wardens otherwise." Mary Louise spoke softly. Nora gazed up at her with a menacing look to which Mary Louise chuckled.
"It's completely unfair," Nora started "Lily and Julian are allowed to dance down the streets in each others arms whilst we have to stay feet apart like some sort of criminal." A scowl crossed Nora's face and she squeezed her lover a little too firmly. Mary Louise's eyebrows raised. "Such circumstances can only be temporary, but for now." Mary Louise freed herself from the embrace and slipped from beneath the bedcovers, she stretched out a hand to Nora. "Dance with me." Nora's frown softened and she smirked, taking Mary Lou's hand in hers. She pulled herself from the bed and kissed Mary Louise softly.
Nora secured one arm around Mary Lou's waist and rested her head on her shoulder. As they swayed to the gentle beat of the music they pressed themselves against each other, feeling as one. Nora ran her finger down the bare skin of Mary Lou's back, breathing in the scent of her hair. Mary louise brushed her fingers through Nora's hair, occasionally switching to running her fingers down Nora's back, making every inch of her skin electrify. The lovers savoured their intimate moment, feeling purely euphoric. Happy.
