Karolina finally felt herself exhale for the first time in a very long time. Her body melted against Emily's and she remembered why they fit perfectly together. This was exactly what they both needed after the drama of the last month and a half. It seemed like never ending drama most of the time.
"Mmm. This is nice," Karolina agreed in a low voice. She let her head rest against Emily's shoulder. She could smell Emily's cream rinse, something vaguely citrusy. She closed her eyes and breathed her in for a long moment but when she opened her eyes she saw Xavin standing there with that Dawn girl she was always hanging around. Xavin said they weren't together but then why else would they be at this party on Valentine's Day?
It was just more evidence that Karolina belonged with Emily. There was no confusion there. Emily was definitely a woman and never changed into anything else. Karolina appreciated that about her. Her complete and total humanity appealed to Karolina. Emily's world was so different but that had brought them together.
"We should make more time for dates. Definitely." Karolina straightened and pulled slightly away from Emily so she could look into her eyes. "I'm really glad we're moving on past everything. I know it's been beyond weird."