Conjugations.

Street Art

Regina shuttered awake. Her head was pounding, and she was covered in sweat. She barely had her eyes open before she was in full sprint. She knew she was going to be sick. She entered the bathroom and dropped to her knees, as she violently released the contents of her stomach into the toilet. She wiped her mouth, and sat back on the floor. It had been a long time since she had partied that hard. She didn't even quite remember the full night. Gin and Tonic, she would never have again. She pulled herself up, and leaned against the sink. Filling the glass in front of her. She looked at herself, and scoffed. Her eyeliner, smudged across her temple. Her lipstick, across her cheek. Her hair was disheveled, at best, and she was still in her leather jacket, and purple Gucci dress. 
She took a long pull of water and opened the medicine cabinet to grab some Tylenol for her headache. She wondered if David had landed safely. He'd be in Austin for the next few says. She welcomed some time alone, and knew he was excited about the new project. On a Football Stadium, no less. She shook her head lovingly, as she grabbed her phone from the bedside table. A single message showing on the screen. "Landed. Miss you already. Love you, Babe." Regina bit her lip, and smiled. "Miss, and love you more. Goodnight, Charming." Regina laid the phone down and fell back in bed. She didn't even bother to change her clothes.
She slept until morning, and went about her usual routine. She didn't exactly feel well, but was determined to make it through the day. She arrived at her office, and began filing the paperwork for Maleficent's exhibition. She was lost in the task when she heard her intercom beep. "Miss. Mills. Maleficent James to see you." Regina didn't have a meeting with her today, but was nonetheless happy to see her, and curious to see what all she didn't recall from the night before. "Send her in, please."
"Regina. I haven't gone out like that in ages. While I had a wonderful time, and feel as though I've now known you for one hundred lifetimes, I must say, I am paying for it today." Regina laughed heartily. "My morning wasn't very pleasant either. What did we do last night?!" Regina motioned for Maleficent to sit down. Regina pushing the water pitcher and a glass forwards her. Maleficent accepted immediately. Their eyes locked, and Maleficent mused at her. "After the third bar it kind of gets fuzzy. I do recall you riding that bull though, and having to help you into the cab." Maleficent was laughing and shaking her head by the end. Even though she looked exhausted, she looked beautiful. She was always well dressed, but with a style all her own. Today she was in High buttoned trousers, and a Blondie T shirt. A Coral cardigan thrown over it, with matching fedora, and white pumps. Her hair was in a messy side braid, and she had minimal makeup on. Regina seemed to take in every detail. Maleficent noticed, but didn't say a word about the subject. "I'm sure you're wondering why I'm here. It actually is, and isn't, business related. Regina broke her gaze and looked up at the Woman before her. "Oh?" "I have to drive down to the old studio, and pick up a piece I've sold. It's about an hour from here, and I thought maybe you'd like to come along to have a look at my old space, and some old pieces for the show. Also, after last night, I'm sure a road trip would be fun." Regina smiled, "Of course. I would love to. It'll give me a little more insight as well. Perhaps we could grab dinner at one of your favorite spots there, preferably without alcohol." Regina scrunched her nose as she said this. Maleficent laughed, "Indeed. I can't even think of it today. Does this mean that we are old?" She looked at Regina wide eyes, and a face full of humor. Regina cackled. "I think I've been old since I left College." Maleficent quipped, "Oh. I'll bet that was a sight!" Regina shrugged, attempting to look innocent, "I had a good time." Maleficent didn't doubt that for a moment. "I'll pick you up at 4?" Regina holding the door to her office open, "Sounds great." She watched Maleficent walk away. Staring a little longer than she should've.
Maleficent pulled up in a cherry red, 67 Chevy Convertible. Regina shook her head with amusement. Of course this is her car. Nothing could fit her better. Regina smiled as she climbed inside. "This is appropriate." Maleficent smiled, "You like?" "It's very hip." Maleficent gave her a friendly wink as she switched on the radio, and Robert Johnson wafted through the speakers. Regina's heart beat a little faster.  She placed her hand over Maleficent's and exclaimed, "I love Robert Johnson. So few people know of him." Maleficent barely heard her words, as she felt a fire grow deep in her belly at the Brunette's touch. She swallowed hard, trying to hide her current state. "My Dad loved him." Regina smiled empathetically, sensing the sadness in her friend's voice . "May I ask what happened to him?" Maleficent tensed up a bit, looking over at Regina with icy blue eyes full of emotion. "He left when I was 7. No notice. We just came home, and he was gone. The only thing he left behind were his records. There was a note saying they were for me. To play then when I felt lonely, or afraid. I still have them to this day." Regina rubbed her thumb across Maleficent's hand, realizing she has never left it. "I'm sorry." Maleficent gave her a forced smile. Squeezing her hand, to let her know she was touched. "Thanks, Regina."
They spent the rest of the trip belting along to classics, as Maleficent would occasionally tell her story about places they saw along the way.  An hour later they were pulling into a an alley filled to the hilt with graffiti. Every color you could possibly dream up. Every emotion you had ever felt. Regina's mouth fell open. She was floored. "My God, Mal. It's stunning. Is this your work?" Maleficent smiled, watching the way Regina's eyes lit up when she saw the artwork covering the brick walls. Regina was no doubt a beautiful woman. Her aesthetic was pristine, but something about the Woman's presence was captivating. You could see that she truly felt everything around her. The way her eyes took in things, almost left Maleficent breathless. The way she bit her lip when she saw something that truly spoke to her. The way her nose scrunched up when she had the opposite feeling. Stunning. "Some of it. It has been completely covered over more times than I can count. I added a few things here and there. Ultimately though, it's what inspired me to work here."
Maleficent was opening the door to the studio as Regina stood behind her, taking in the magic around her. Maleficent noticed for the first time, just how many curves the Brunette's body held. She was taking Regina in,  as if she were the finest piece of art in the World. Regina turned around to face her before Maleficent could avert her gaze. Her eyes met with Regina's, and they shared a blush filled, knowing smile. "Are you going to show me inside, Dear?" Maleficent pulled the door open and gestured for the Woman to enter.