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[talentedscavenger]

[ooc: Continue from here]

[After an awkward introduction on Tinder, Rey was pleasantly surprised to find out Diego was located not too far from where she lived. A weird coincidence, and she wasn't going to look into further. No need to let her mind go down that rabbit hole. She could hear Finn's voice in her mind, gently teasing her that, "Things happen for a reason, you know."

God, she was going out to meet someone willingly for the first time since Ben's death. A year of grieving, and therapy to help her get back on her feet. Sort of. Grief wasn't linear, and god she wished it was. It would have made things easier, to go through each step and check it off some sort of list. There were good days, and bad days. So far, the number of good days had out numbered the bad ones.

Giving herself another pep talk, she left her home and headed to the agree upon meeting location; a small coffee shop further in the city. Plenty of people coming and going.

The scent of coffee and hot chai wafted through the air as Rey entered. A quick scan and she found no sign of Diego. Guess she got there first. She pushed down feelings of nervousness in favor of grabbing a quick cup of drip coffee and finding a seat.

So that's where Diego would find her, head bowed reading something on her phone. A young woman wearing a blue cable knit sweater, jeans and black boots. Her shoulder length hair was down in soft waves--she had put in some effort into her appearance.]

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[talentedscavenger]

[Rey thought they should’ve ended things after lunch. Clearly, inviting Diego back to her place was a bigger mess than she could’ve predicted. From explaining about her past and the feelings of inadequacy to practically saying she wanted to make out..

They were on multiple rollercoasters of feelings and she was getting whiplash from it all.

Honestly, she was tempted to run and hide in her bathroom, but that wouldn’t do her any good. It wasn’t like she could erase those last few minutes from their minds. God, she wished she could though, if only to spare them both of her foolishness. ]

Y-yeah. [ Yup. Spend the night. Either together for the purpose of resting or “spicy sleep” as she heard her younger co-workers say.

Her gaze didn’t leave his face, trying to take into account every emotion that flickered across his face and if it meant the night was truly over. He squeezed her hand, and she squeezed it back.

He was concerned about that possible next step, if it meant they were exclusive or more than that. She understood the reasoning behind it. Neither of them were the type to just…lower their walls and let someone in. Be that open and vulnerable with another. ]

I’m not one to sleep around either. [That was the easiest one to tackle. ] Sex was kind of on the table, but I didn’t check to see if I had condoms. [Because, fuck she wasn’t going to chance getting pregnant.] So, it was just an idea…but one I was willing to explore.

[She paused, taking a breath to let her words sink in. ]

I’m not seeing anyone else, and I don’t want to. I like you—us. I want to see where this goes.

[bargain_batman]

[ It was strange how tense he felt, particularly after hearing what Rey said. She did seem to reciprocate his feelings about a relationship. They had already kissed and kissed passionately yet his cheeks were warm when she talked about sex being on the table. Diego chuckled which let out a breath that he had no idea he'd been holding. ]

Sounds like we're on the same page. At least, about seeing where things go between us.

[ He shook his head while it hung. He was clearly embarrassed but also amused. A crooked grin stuck to his lips. ]

Is this still dating or do I call you my girlfriend? I thought we were already at the 'just seeing each other' phase. Never thought that had to go hand in hand with sex.

[ A part of him considered explaining as Rey had that he wasn't inexperienced but not overly experienced either. Ultimately, Diego decided that they both might have over explained. His hand slipped out of hers to wrap his arms around her. He gave her a squeeze before pulling his head back while still in an embrace. With the tip of his nose, he nuzzled hers lightly when she looked up at him. It was a soft touch before closing in and giving her a kiss.

It wasn't as passionate as the one in the park but it wasn't a peck on the lips either. Diego was nervous about things going too fast and he didn't want Rey to think his thoughts would be stuck on just sex. ...Regardless of how much he thought about after this talk. ]

Dinner then dessert.

[ His voice was husky and there was mischief in his eyes that matched his lips. ]

[talentedscavenger]

Well... [Rey took in a deep breath, trying to clear her thoughts. They were more or less on the same page. It also looked like neither of them were ready for sex--but then again, maybe Rey was misreading his signs.] That I don't know. I mean--the dating thing, I've heard you should continue to keep dating your partner. But, as for being your girlfriend. [She felt her cheeks grow warm at that.] I'd like that...I'd like that a lot.

[No doubt her cheeks were covered in a pink hue now, but Rey didn't care. They were taking a step forward, making things "official" between the two of them. Diego was her boyfriend...and the thought of it sent shivers down her spine and make butterflies appear in her stomach.

She wanted to comment on the sex part, wanting to reassure him that they didn't have to do anything at this moment. They could take their time and spend it developing more of a connection before taking that step. A very intimate and sometimes intimidating step. Rey parted her lips, prepared him her thoughts but he drew her in closer and she found time had slowed down.

Diego's arms were wrapped around her body, making her feel safe and warm. He nuzzled her nose, prompting her to lift her head up and move in closer. Their lips met again for another kiss--one that Rey had been yearning since their first meeting. She parted her lips, tongue slipping out to brush against his lower lip. A soft, and sweet kiss that made her knees feel weak and could easily turn fiery and passionate.

When he began to pull back, Rey took her time in opening her eyes. Unconsciously, she bite down on the inside of her cheek to keep herself from chasing after his mouth.]

Right... [Dinner then dessert--which, from a food perspective made sense. However, when she opened her eyes to see that mischief in his eyes, it was hard to not have dessert right then.] We should get dinner ready. [The words were drawn out, with Rey doing her best to not lose her composure. What was Diego doing to her?

She hugged him tightly one last time before forcing herself to move away. She let out a breath and started to make the marinate for the meat. Right, talk. She should talk and not act like a lovestruck girl.]

Um...I do have cookies for dessert and wine that might go with this. Or sake. Whichever you prefer.