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 Post subject: Re: Meant To Be - Ch 13 Updated 12/01/2013
PostPosted: Fri Dec 06, 2013 5:23 am 
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Well the girls are so sweet and progressing nicely. I still don't like the secrecy and particularly as it relates to their work relationship. Yes, we believe that Tara is a good person and not manipulative but the entire idea of why we don't keep work relationships secret, particularly on different power levels is that people think they are being cool and one of them can be using that power to control the other. They need to be honest to avoid the appearance of otherwise.

I'm glad that Buffy asked Donnie some questions of why Boston. She's on the right path. Why Boston? Why a marathon less than 2 months after starting running. Most good running coaches won't even consider training someone for the marathon (let alone Boston) unless they have 9-12 months of good running base to work from. Otherwise, they are just asking to have an injury. I hope she suggests to him that he build base, run a few 5ks, a few 10ks, a couple of half-marathons and aim for Boston in Spring, 2015. We'll see how she does with that.

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 Post subject: Re: Meant To Be - Ch 13 Updated 12/01/2013
PostPosted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 7:54 am 
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Phantasyland: Dibs again – AWESOME!!

I'm glad I could give you a smile on a cold Monday. Hopefully this will give you a good smile on a hopefully NOT as cold Sunday. I know that the evil weatherman here keeps using that nasty “SNOW” word for the weather today.

Enjoy the fun of this update!! :bounce


JustSkipIt: I appreciate the feedback. I hope that I adequately addressed some of your concerns in this update! :sigh

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating:  PG-13 - NC-17
Author:  Branny72
Feedback:  Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 14


Willow quickly showered and cleaned the bathroom. She wanted everything to be perfect for when Tara arrived. She made sure that she had a variety of beverages cooling in the fridge, she had some snacks out, and she had already ordered dinner online to be delivered after Tara arrived. Looking at herself in the mirror Willow couldn't help but smile at the idea Tara being in her apartment.

“Why am I so nervous? It isn't like this is our first date,” thought Willow as she sat on the couch her right leg happily bouncing. “Though, this is the first time she will be seeing my place...my room...oh the things we could do to one another in...”

– knock knock –

Willow jumped at the sound of the knock. She quickly got up and opened the door to see Tara standing there in a beat up TDM Enterprise faded t-shirt and baggy blue jeans.

“Hi,” said Willow opening the door wider for Tara to enter.

“Hey,” said Tara as she entered and Willow closed the door.

Turning to face Tara Willow couldn't help but smile.

“Why are you smiling?” said Tara a bit self-conscious.

“I am still in awe that someone as amazing and gorgeous as you is interested in someone like me. You look amazing tonight,” said Willow as she made her way closer and wrapped her arms around Tara's waist and pulled her closer.

“How could I not be interested in you,” smiled Tara wrapping her arms around Willow's shoulder and pulling her closer.

They stood there looking into one another's eyes for a long time before they slowly leaned closer to one another and their lips touched. This kiss was different, it was more intense and they both felt it. Their lips moved together, tongues moved in a sensually choreographed dance. Both girls moaned into the kiss and the feelings that were coursing through their bodies.

When they finally broke from the kiss, they were both breathless and the mood had shifted far away from the nerves that Willow had been feeling.

“Wow,” whispered Tara trying to catch her breath.

Willow nodded her agreement, afraid to speak, but keeping her eyes locked to Tara's. They walked over to the couch and sat down next to one another. Willow never broke eye contact with Tara. She was lost in the blue pools. Tara was mesmerized noticing the darker green shade of Willow's eyes.

“Would I be wrong to ask to try that kiss again now that I don't have to worry about falling down?” asked Willow. Her lips were already making their way towards Tara's.

“You can have one of those whenever you want,” said Tara just before leaning forward and capturing Willow's lips.

The kiss was again very intense and sensual. Willow leaned backwards to lay on the couch as Tara moved with her and lay with her body partially on top of Willow's. They both could feel their temperatures rising. They broke their kiss, but the need to feel the others lips again was overwhelming and overtook them drawing their lips together again. After several more minutes they broke again, both panting.

“I...wow...mmmm...” panted Willow.

“Amazing,” panted Tara.

They both knew that they weren't ready to take this to the next level just yet, but they were getting close to crossing the line of no turning back. Tara regretfully sat up and Willow sat up next to her.

“So, um, would you like something to drink?” asked Willow. “We've got soda, juice, wine, the hard stuff?”

“Soda would be good,” said Tara. “A cold shower would be better or some ice to put down my pants to cool a certain area down,” thought Tara.

“Okay. I put the games we have on the table. It is your choice on which to play first,” said Willow as she headed into the kitchen to get their sodas.

While Willow was gone Tara looked through the games and tried to calm her emotions down. Nobody had ever caused that type of intense reaction for her. She read the titles and pulled out Kinect Sports. She knew that this was Faith's favorite game to play and would definitely be one they ended up playing the following night when they got together with Buffy and Faith.

Willow returned and Tara handed her the game. Willow put the game in the console and together Willow and Tara moved the coffee table to the side of the room so they had space to play.

“Faith loves this game,” said Tara.

“So does Buffy,” replied Willow.

“We're in trouble tomorrow aren't we?” asked Tara.

“Yes,” said Willow as she signed into the Xbox.

“You're avatar is so cute Sweetie. It looks just like you. Who are the other avatars?”

“Buffy, Connor, Angel, Dawn, and soon you. Um, if you want to create one on here that is,” said Willow.

“Only if you help me.”

They sat down and created Tara's avatar. Willow was surprised at how they were able to get the likeness to match.

“Great, so, what sport do you want to play? Bowling is the one I suck least at,” said Willow.

“Then bowling it is.”

“Are you sure?”

“Of course. I'm not much of an athlete either Will. We'll start with something easy,” smiled Tara.

They played the first game and Tara won by three pins. The second game, Willow won by three pins.

“Best 2 out of 3?” asked Willow.

“What do I get if I win?” asked Tara playfully.

“I think the better question is what do I get if I win,” said Willow giggling.

“What do you want?”

“You, your body,” thought Willow. “Oh the ideas that I have, but I will settle with some time to make out.”

“That is a good enough reason to throw the game,” laughed Tara.

“Oh and did I mention that it will also include bragging rights going into tomorrow night?”

“Yes Sweetie, you did forget to mention that.”

“Oops, my bad.”

“Somehow I doubt that,” Tara said coyly looking at Willow.

They played the last game and it came down to the final throw of the final frame. Willow was up by three. Tara needed to get 4 pins down to win. Tara lined up and threw the ball. They both watched as it made its way down the lane, with each turn their heartbeat increased. When the ball hit the pins Tara watched as 2 pins fell and a third and fourth pin wobbled but didn't go down.

Willow smiled as she watched Tara realize that she had lost. “Is it really considered losing if I am going to get to make out with her? Nope, not at all,” thought Tara.

Willow exited out of the game and turned on Slacker Radio and some romantic mood music and pulled Tara towards the couch.

“Time to pay up,” grinned Willow.

Tara pushed Willow down and then covered Willow's body with her own and they started kissing again. This time wasn't as intense, but still every emotion filled.

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Willow's phone started to beep interrupting them. Tara grudgingly moved off the redhead so she could reach her phone.

“Who is it?” asked Tara.

“Nobody, I just set the alarm on my phone in case we were um, preoccupied so that we didn't give Buffy a heart attack when she gets home.”

“Ah, good idea. How much time do we have before she gets home?”

“About 15 minutes, give or take a few,” said Willow.

“You cut that kind of close,” grinned Tara.

“I know. Once we tell her then it won't matter.”

“Have you thought about when you want to tell people?”

“Well, if we have to go to Seattle, I'd like to wait until after that. If we tell them before that is going to make work and going away awkward.”

“When you are ready Will, we'll tell them. I think you might want to go tame your hair a bit so we don't have to explain why it looks all frizzy and is standing out on it's own.”

Willow embarrassed quickly went into the bathroom and fixed her hair. When she came back into the living room she stopped and watched Tara tweaking her avatar.

“You know it is rude to stare right?” said Tara.

“It can't be when you are looking at something as beautiful and breath-taking as you,” said Willow as she made her way back over to sit next to Tara.

“Charmer,” said Tara bumping shoulders with Willow.

“So, would you like to play another game?” asked Willow, not ready for the night to be over yet.

“I'd love too! What about Mortal Kombat vs DC United?”

“Perfect,” said Willow putting the game in and grabbing the second controller.

As the game loaded they kissed softly knowing that once Buffy got home they wouldn't be able to.

“How are we going to keeps our lips and hands to ourselves tomorrow night?” asked Tara.

“I was trying not to think about that,” said Willow.

They chose their characters. Tara chose Raiden and Willow chose to be Batman.

“Ready to lose Rosenberg,” taunted Tara.

“No, I believe that you are going down,” Willow taunted back.

Tara started to practice to get the feel of her character and his special moves when Willow leaned over and gently kissed and nipped at the pressure point causing Tara's eyes to close.

“Oh goddess,” whispered Tara before quickly pulling Willow up to her mouth and kissing her deeply.

They heard Buffy's keys in the door and separated and started the game.

“Hey Buff,” said Willow as the blonde entered the apartment.

“Hey Will, Tara,” said Buffy noticing that they were sitting rather close together.

“Hi Buffy! Did you have a good night at work?” asked Tara pausing the game.

“It wasn't bad. We had someone come in to tour the gym and sign up, though I have no clue why.”

“What do you mean?” asked Willow.

“Well, after seeing the facilities at TDM, I have no clue why someone who worked there would want to downgrade to and pay at my gym.”

“Who was it?” asked Tara.

“Anya,” said Buffy as she sat down in the chair next to the couch.

“Oh, that explains it,” said Tara receiving questioning looks from both Willow and Buffy. “I'll explain tomorrow night. It is more fun when Faith is here.”

“This should be good,” said Buffy. “Well I need to shower so I will let you two get back to your game.”

“It's okay Buffy. I really should be getting home. I have an early meeting with my Dad and if I come in tired I not only get the dirty look from the boss, I get the fatherly lecture as well.”

“Alright that is a definite disadvantage to working with parents,” laughed Buffy. “It was good to see you again Tara and I am looking forward to hanging out with you and Faith tomorrow night.”

“It was good to see you too Buffy,” Tara said with a genuine smile.

Buffy headed towards the bathroom and they heard the shower start.

“I had a great time tonight,” Willow said waggling her eyebrows.

“Vixen. So did I,” said Tara as they stood and she pulled Willow close to her and softly kissed her lips.

“Mmmmm, I never get tired of how your lips feel on mine,” whispered Willow.

“I hope you never tire of it,” said Tara.

“Did you want me to walk you home? Or to the door, er outside door?”

“Nope, I'll be fine.”

Willow hugged the blonde close and then kissed her softly and they said goodnight and Tara headed to her place and Willow went into her room and got ready for bed.

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Tara opened the door and peered in.

“Tara, great come in,” said her Dad as he walked over and hugged her.

“Good morning Daddy,” she said hugging him back.

“How are you doing this morning?”

“I'm doing really good.”

“You seem to be very happy working with Willow,” stated Mr. Maclay as he and Tara sat down at the small table in his office.

“I am. She is really smart, hard-working, and funny,” smiled Tara.

“I'm glad you like working with her, because you two are going to Seattle on Sunday and then touring to promote the campaign when it is done.”

“W-we're what?”

“Yeah, I had a long talk with the management in Seattle last night and we agreed it is time to have a re-org done. I am still sending Faith on Thursday but it will be to prepare for the re-org, but the bulk will take place when you and Willow are there.”

“Wow, I thought for certain that they would put aside their differences and work it out,” said Tara.

“I had hoped they would as well,” smiled her Father. “Are you going to be okay going to Seattle?”

“Yeah, it isn't something I will enjoy, but I definitely understand the need.”

“I know, but you have such a great relationship with the people in that office.”

“I know,” said Tara.

“As for sending you and Willow out on the campaign tour – you are the two doing the work I believe you should reap the rewards from it as well.”

“How big of a tour are we doing this year?”

“It will be smaller than previous years. I was thinking maybe 15 stops.”

“Wow, awesome.”

“Who knows, maybe with all the time you two will get to spend together, maybe you can form something more than a friendship.”

“Yeah, but since we are working on a project together don't you think that if we start dating that is going to look bad or look as though she is getting special treatment?”

“Would she be?”

“Of course not,” said Tara.

“Listen Tara. Your private life is exactly that, YOUR private life. I know that when you walk in the door that you are and will always be a professional. We have other couples working within the company, I am certain that they act professional and so will you.”

“Thanks Daddy,” said Tara. She wanted to tell him about her and Willow, but now wasn't the right time.

“So, now that we have that out-of-the-way, let's get down to what you are going to be doing in Seattle,” said Mr. Maclay.

They worked for several hours to create a strategy and plan for handling the tasks that needed to be taken care of. Once done Tara had a headache and decided to go home for the afternoon to rest and mull through her feelings towards what she was going to have to do and the real possibility of having to fire someone or multiple people. That was one part about being in a management position that she truly hated.

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“Hey Willow,” said Buffy as her roommate entered the apartment after work.

“Hey Buffy,” said Willow her voice tired.

“Rough day?”

“Yeah, between working on the websites for the campaign and getting some internal programs tweaked. I skipped lunch today to make sure that I got it all done.”

“Well, then you will be happy to know that I had the full day off and I spent it cleaning and getting stuff ready for tonight.”

“That is fantastic Buffy. Thank you! I'm going to go change and then I'll be back to help.”

“Just come back and keep me company. There really isn't anything else to do. Angel will be delivering the food around 7.”

“Fantastic. I'll be back in a few minutes,” said Willow as she went into her room to change. She decided that since tonight was going to be the four of them playing Xbox she would get comfortable and wear sweats and a t-shirt. As she was changing she heard her phone giggle which told her she had a text from Tara. Willow quickly grabbed her phone and read the message.

“Hey Sweetie. I'm looking forward to tonight. I'm sorry I didn't get to see you today. I came home with a headache after my meeting with my Dad. What should I wear tonight? Anything special?”

“Oh the ideas Ms. Maclay that you just put in my head,” mumbled Willow as she replied to Tara's text.

“I hope you are feeling better Baby. We can reschedule if you aren't. As for what to wear...that is a very loaded question Ms. Maclay. ;-) I'm wearing sweats and a t-shirt tonight. I miss you!”

Willow sent her message and finished getting changed and then her phone went off again and she read:

“Yeah, I realized after I sent that text it sounded better in my head. I am feeling fine. There are a couple of things that I need to talk to you tonight about though. I know that work should stay at work, but it rarely does. I'm going to wear sweats too then.”

Willow chuckled when she read the reply and quickly sent Tara another message:

“I don't mind if we have to talk about work a bit. If you and Faith want to come over earlier please do. Buffy said that Angel is delivering dinner around 7.”

Willow now changed went out to join Buffy in the living room. Just as she sat down her phone went off again and Buffy gave her a weird look for the giggle tone.

“I like the idea of coming over earlier. Faith should be here soon so we could probably be there by 6 if that is okay with you.”

Willow smiled as she finished the message and quickly replied. “See you at 6 gorgeous!”

“Change of plan Buff. Tara and Faith will be here around 6 instead of 6:30.”

“That's cool. I'm sure you love the idea,” teased Buffy.

“I am very happy. I think once you get to know Tara better you will really like her.”

“I already like her. She makes you smile and that is what is important to me.”

“You are incorrigible you know that?” laughed Willow.

“I try,” said Buffy proudly.

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“Yo T,” said Faith as she used her key to get into Tara's apartment.

“Hey Faith,” said Tara.

“Feeling better?”

“Yeah, it was just a stress headache. I talked to Willow and she said that if we want we can come over around 6 if we wanted.”

“And since you think she is cute we are going to head over there aren't we?” said Faith waggling her eyebrows.

“Hell yes,” smiled Tara.

They talked for a bit about work and what was going on in Seattle and then they headed over to Willow and Buffy's.

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Tara knocked on the door and Buffy answered.

“Hello,” said Buffy opening the door and allowing Faith and Tara to enter. “Find a spot in the living room, Willow will be out in a minute.”

“Thanks Buffy,” both Faith and Tara said.

The three went into the living room. Buffy and Faith sat in the recliners and left the couch for Willow and Tara. Willow came out and asked what everyone wanted to drink. After gathering the beverages she joined Tara on the couch.

“So, B, how was your day?” asked Faith.

“It was great, I had the full day off,” said Buffy. “How was yours?”

“Not bad. I spent most of it prepping for my trip to Seattle,” said Faith as Tara groaned.

“You okay?” asked Willow.

“Yeah, Seattle is just a sore spot right now. I'm not looking forward to possibly firing people.”

“Do you think you will really have to fire people?” asked Buffy.

“I'm hoping not, but if Faith doesn't convince them I may have to.”

“Well, at least you have time T. I'll get them in line,” said Faith.

“Actually I don't,” said Tara as she looked between Faith and Willow. “Dad told me today that he is going to send Willow and I to Seattle on Sunday so that we can start fresh on Monday with the overhaul.”

“Huh?” said Willow.

“Yeah, that is what I wanted to talk to you about quickly tonight. Dad said that he had a long talk with their management last night and they made it clear that we are going to have to do a re-org and you and I are going to be sent to take care of a bulk of it. You will be updating the security and the system software and I get to see who will be on-board to work and who I will need to fire.”

“No wonder you had a headache and had to go home today,” said Willow.

“Yeah, I needed to do some thinking. These are the people that I worked with before coming to Sunnydale. I know a lot of them well and their families.”

“Tara, I'm HR, I will do the firing if it needs to be done,” said Faith.

“I know, but I still need to figure out who it is going to be.”

“They will listen to you. These people adore you. I am certain that they are going to respond to you being there,” said Faith hoping her words would help Tara relax.

“So, we're heading to Seattle on Sunday huh?” asked Willow trying to hide her overwhelming joy.

“Yep. Have you ever been there?” asked Tara.

“No, I've heard it is nice though.”

“T, you should take her on a whale watching tour,” suggested Faith.

“Have fun with that Will. You wouldn't catch me alive or dead on one of those.”

“Why not?” asked Faith.

“Hello, you are a bath toy for the whale,” said Buffy as the others just laughed.

“You are too funny Buffy,” said Faith.

“Oh, Tara said she had a funny story to tell us or it was more fun to tell with you here,” said Buffy.

“Oh yes. Anya joined Buffy's gym last night,” Tara told Faith and a huge smile crept across her face.

“That is hilarious,” said Faith.

“Now tell us,” whined Willow.

“Okay, well Anya believes that the gym level at TDM is haunted or possessed by bunnies.”

Willow and Buffy started to laugh. “Excuse me?” said Willow.

“When we started construction on the building and the gym area Anya and I came out to check on the progress and when we were out there we spotted a couple of bunny nests with little bitty baby bunnies,” started Tara using her hands to show how small the baby bunnies were. “Well, Anya has a petrifying fear of bunnies and has been convinced it was a sign that the gym was going to be possessed by evil beings.”

“You're serious aren't you?” asked Willow in-between laughs.

“Unfortunately I am,” Tara said.

“Wow,” laughed Buffy.

“That is also partly why that is the Bunny level of the building,” added Faith.

The group enjoyed a laugh at Anya's expense. Until they were interrupted by a knock at the door. Buffy made her way to the door and opened it to see Angel standing there holding two bags of food.

“Wow, you deliver too?” teased Buffy.

“Shush or you get no food,” said Angel as he entered the apartment and said hi to the others.

“Thanks Angel,” said Willow as she walked over and gave him a hug.

“My pleasure. Plus it gave me a chance to get out of the restaurant today.”

Willow paid Angel and the group sat around the table and ate. Once they finished eating they moved back to the living room and prepared to play video games.

“So, what do we want to play,” asked Faith.

“Tara and I say we bowl,” said Willow.

“Is that what you practiced last night?” asked Buffy.

“No, that was what we found we sucked least at,” said Tara.

“Bowling it is,” said Faith.

They started bowling and laughing at one another.

“Come on Willow, do I need to put the bumpers on?” teased Buffy.

“Bite me Summers',” responded Willow.

“You'd like that too much,” retorted Buffy. “Your turn Tara.”

Tara got up for her turn and virtually tossed the ball behind her.

“Seriously Tara?” laughed Faith.

“Hush you,” said Tara.

“You and Willow are too much fun to play against,” said Buffy holding her aching side while laughing.

Everyone was having fun. They went from bowling to table tennis which Willow and Tara were no better at. They then switched to Kinect Adventures and the videos that the game took made them all laugh harder. At one point all four of them were crying they were laughing so hard.

“I need a break,” said Faith plopping down in her chair. The others followed suit and they decided to take a break, cool down, and talk. Willow put on some music and they all got comfortable.

“I received a call from your brother yesterday Tara,” started Buffy.

“Really?”

“Yeah, he wants me to help him train for the Boston Marathon.”

“He told us about it on Sunday. Do you think he'll be ready in time?”

“Well, it is the end of June now, and the race isn't until April. I think we have time to prep. Was he ever a runner?”

“Yeah, Donnie was a cross-country star in High School.”

“That will help. He should have some muscle memory going for him. I won't know how quickly we can progress until Monday when we go out for our first run.”

“Donnie will push himself,” said Faith.

“Well, I'll keep an eye out for that.”

“Oh, should we tell Willow and Tara why you were at TDM yesterday?” Faith asked Buffy.

“Sure,” answered Buffy.

“Buffy is going to start offering some self-defense classes at TDM one night a week. I got the company to pay so it will be free to any employee who wants to take it.”

“That is great Buffy,” said Willow.

“What is the catch?” asked Tara her eyes narrowing at Faith.

“Dammit T,” said Faith.

“Faith,” warned Tara.

“Fine, you and Willow need to take this course. For us,” said Faith pointing to herself and Buffy.

Willow and Tara looked at one another and then agreed that they would take the class.

After the group talked for a while Faith and Buffy decided that they were going to make a run to Angel's and get dessert.

As soon as Faith and Buffy were gone Tara leaned over and kissed Willow soundly.

“I wasn't sure that I was going to get to do that at all tonight,” said Tara.

“I didn't either,” said Willow leaning in to another kiss.

After a few minutes of kissing they composed themselves and Tara told Willow about their trip to Seattle. The company had a two bedroom apartment that they kept there that they would be staying in. Since there were two bedrooms there was no pressure.

Buffy and Faith returned, the group ate dessert and they decided to call it a night. They agreed that they would do this again when everyone was back from Seattle. Faith and Tara left and Buffy and Willow started the cleaned up.

“Tonight was fun,” said Buffy as they loaded the dishwasher.

“It was,” agreed Willow.

“Tara is awesome Will. I can see why you like spending time with her.”

“I do enjoy it. You and Faith seem to get along pretty well too.”

“She is a lot of fun. I think we are going to have a very fun summer with them,” said Buffy.

“Me too,” smiled Willow.

They finished cleaning and they said their good nights.

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“You and Buffy seemed to hit it off,” Tara said as she and Faith walked back to her apartment.

“Yeah, she is a blast. You and Willow seem to be getting closer.”

“Well, we spend most of the day working together, we've had time to talk and get to know one another,” laughed Tara.

“Good point,” said Faith as they reached the front door of Tara's building. Faith said goodbye and headed to her car and Tara went upstairs to her place to get ready for bed.

Once in bed Tara decided to text Willow. “Hi Sweetie, I had a great time tonight!”

Willow replied, “Hi Baby! I had a great time too. I'm looking forward to us and some alone time in Seattle.”

Tara smiled. “I can't wait either,” texted Tara.

Willow replied, “I wish I weren't so tired so we could talk more, but I will see you in the morning. I'll bring coffee. Sweet dreams!”

Tara read the message and she felt like she was going to burst with happiness. “Sweet dreams Sweetie! I will see you tomorrow.”

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The rest of the week passed in a blur. Willow spent a lot of time and long hours working with Donnie and Jesse about what she was going to have to do in Seattle for the overhaul. She had to learn the various programs, figure out security protocols since the ones they had for the other companies were compromised. Donnie and Jesse had locked down the entire TDM network not allowing any external connections nor did they allow files to be copied to any local or removable drives.

For Tara the week was spent going through employee files and various other files to assess who was doing what and how they might be able to spin what they were doing for a positive and who she was going to have to get on her side right away in order for this to go smoothly.

Willow met Tara at her apartment Sunday morning and they were picked up by Donald Maclay and taken to the airport. Once they were at the airport and checked in, the tension of the week seemed to slip away and they were finally able to enjoy their time together. They knew that Faith was picking them up from the airport and taking them to the apartment, but after that it was going to be just them. They were both nervous and excited to see what the night and time alone together would bring.

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 Post subject: Re: Meant To Be - Ch 14 Updated 12/08/2013
PostPosted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 10:42 pm 
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DIBSety dibs, again? Ha! :D
I'm definitely looking forward to their alone time in Seattle!

Have I told you that I love this story? It's so positive! What a way to start a week!
Thank you, Branny72! :)

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Cool sweet update. They should have fun on the trip to Seattle. I am glad that Tara's dad trusts her. At the same time, most organizations prohibit romantic relationship from people who are direct reports. Hmm. They are so sweet. I am glad that Buffy knows what she is doing and hopefully she can limit Donnie so he stays healthy.

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Phantasyland: Dibs again – AWESOME!! :D

Seattle will span at least 2 or 3 chapters starting with this one. I am still playing with ideas in my head so I don't know fully how many chapters they will be there for. :glasses

I am very happy to hear that you are loving the story! Feedback like that keeps me going and is why I try hard to get an update out to you weekly. So, thank you very much for reading and giving me your feedback! :flower :flower

JustSkipIt: I have never been to Seattle, but from what I hear it is fun – so I'm hoping to make it fun for them. :sighagain

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating:  PG-13 – NC-17 this chapter
Author:  Branny72
Feedback:  Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 15

"Now boarding flight 1972 from Sunnydale to Seattle," came from over the terminal loud speaker.

Willow nervously picked up her bag and followed Tara onto the plane. Once they were seated Tara noticed that Willow's leg was bouncing. It was something that she had never seen happen with the redhead before.

"Sweetie, is everything okay?" Tara asked putting a hand on Willow's bouncing leg.

"Huh? Oh sorry. I just get sort of nervous on planes. It isn't that I'm scared of flying or anything it is just that well I haven't done it a lot and therefore I get nervous and well here is the babble that you love so much. I wish I could stop the knee from bouncing. I am trying, sorry if it bothers you. I guess I should have warned you about this, but I was hoping that I wouldn't be so nervous since I am here with the most beautiful woman on the planet," babbled Willow.

Tara picked up Willow's hand and brought it to her lips and kissed it.

"Sweetie, there is nothing to be nervous about. I'm right here," Tara said sweetly in a calming tone.  Willow smiled and relaxed a bit. "You can hold my hand the whole flight if it helps. I would offer to kiss you the whole way, but there are too many people."

"I'm sorry I honestly didn't think I would be so nervous."

"Shhh, I understand," Tara said sweetly.

They held hands throughout the flight and Tara tried to keep Willow's mind occupied by telling her about some of the places she'd like to take her while they were in Seattle.

"Well, there is the Space Needle and Pike's Market of course, but there are also a ton of other things to do. There are a couple of museums that I love, we can take a drive and see some of the sites that way,  I also booked us on a whale watching adventure. I hope you don't mind."

"As long as we're together and you don't let me be eaten by a whale I'm okay with anything," said Willow squeezing Tara's hand.

"Good. I enjoyed living in Seattle for the year I was there. I want you to enjoy our time together there."

"Is Seattle where you lived before coming to Sunnydale?"

"Yeah," said Tara smiling softly.

"Faith told Buffy that you chose the Sunnydale site. I keep meaning to ask you why," said Willow.

"Honestly, I was just drawn to it. We wanted a place in California so my Dad asked me to pick a place. I started looking through the different city names and when I saw the word Sunnydale I just knew it was where I we needed to set up an office."

"It was meant to be - we were meant to be," smiled Willow as the plan landed. She was lost in Tara's eyes and didn't even notice.

"I like that, we were meant to be," said Tara as she kissed Willow as the plane taxied to the terminal.

Tara pulled their bags out of the overhead compartment and once they were able to get into the aisle she followed Willow out of the plane and up to the terminal where Faith was waiting for them.

"Yo T," said Faith dressed in ripped blue jeans and a over stretched over worn t-shirt.

"Hey," said Tara waving to Faith and guiding Willow over to the brunette.

"Hi Faith," said Willow.

"Hey Red! How was the flight?"

"Not bad. I'm not big on flying..." blushed Willow.

"Hi Emily," said Tara her smile fading.

"Hi Tara," said the petite woman that had just walked up to the group.

"Em this is Willow she is in the IT department at TDM. Willow this is Emily," said Faith wrapping an arm around the woman's waist.

"Nice to meet you," said Willow shaking the woman's hand.

"Hi," said Emily.

"Did you guys check luggage?" asked Faith. Tara nodded. "Why don't you guys go get your luggage and we'll get the car and meet you outside and take you to the apartment."

"Thanks," smiled Tara.

Faith and Emily walked away and Tara led Willow over towards the baggage claim.

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"Is she ever going to forgive me?" asked Emily as she and Faith walked towards the doors.

"I'm sure she has, Tara is just really stressed right now," said Faith.

"Willow seems nice."

"Red is awesome. Tara has a crush on her, but for now they are just friends."

"They will be cute together."

"Yeah, they will," agreed Faith as she opened the door for Emily to get in and then went and got in the drivers side and went to meet Tara and Willow outside the baggage claim.

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"Tara," started Willow as they walked to the baggage claim.

"Yeah Sweetie," said Tara looking over to see a perplexed look on Willow's face.

"Two things actually. One, if we are going to be alone at the apartment, where is Faith staying? Second, what is up with you and Emily? You tensed the moment you saw her."

"Faith is staying with Emily. They are I guess dating. I don't know how to describe their relationship. I tensed because she isn't my favorite person."

"Faith seemed happy," said Willow.

"Emily cheated on Faith a couple of times. She hit on me a few times as well even after she knew that Faith and I were close and that I knew about their relationship."

"Ew," said Willow as she grabbed her bag off the carousel.

"Yeah, I don't trust her. Faith forgave her, but I can't seem to do that."

"Have they been together long?" asked Willow as they made their way to the door.

"About six months," said Tara as they exited the terminal and saw Faith standing at the car waiting for them.

Faith took Willow's bag and then told her she could get in. Tara followed Faith back to the trunk to put her bag in.

"T, can you cut Em some slack? She thinks you hate her," pleaded Faith.

"She cheated on you, she hit on me while dating you. You deserve better," Tara said under her breath.

"Not your choice Tara. We are really trying to make this work. Will you please give her a chance? For me?"

"Fine, but this is her last chance," said Tara.

"Thank you. By the way, she thinks you and Red will make a cute couple someday," grinned Faith.

"Ugh, let's go," said Tara playfully pushing her friend around the side of the car.

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Once they arrived at the apartment Faith and Emily helped Willow and Tara get their stuff upstairs. The apartment had two bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The furnishings were nice, modest. The living room had a sofa, loveseat, leather high back chair, and a 40" flat screen tv hanging above a fireplace. The kitchen was an open kitchen design with a breakfast bar to eat at with four stools. Tara took the master bedroom which was a good-sized room, and Willow took the second bedroom small but not much smaller than the master bedroom.

"I got you guys some groceries to start with," said Faith as the four sat down. "I wasn't sure all that you would want so I used my judgement."

"So we have beer, pizza, and ramen noodles?" teased Tara.

"Watch it blondie," laughed Faith. Sensing Emily's unease Faith told them they had plans and she would pick them up and drive them to the office the next morning.

Once they left Tara locked the door and walked over to the living room where Willow was standing. Willow took Tara's hand and pulled her closer and then kissed the blonde. The passion behind the kiss made Tara's stomach flutter. Willow guided Tara backwards into the master bedroom never breaking the kiss. When the back of Tara's legs hit the edge of the bed the blonde broke the kiss and lay down on the bed pulling Willow on top of her.

"Are you sure you are okay with this?" Tara asked Willow knowing that this was new for the redhead.

"I know that kissing you makes me insides hum, and the idea of waking up with you next to me I can't even describe how amazing it makes me feel."

"I feel the same way. We can just see where things lead and if we aren't ready or something doesn't feel right we'll stop."

"Deal," said Willow as she leaned down and captured Tara's lips with her own. They both let out a satisfying groan.

Willow and Tara lay on their sides, their bodies pulled close to the other, their lips moving together, their tongues moving in a perfectly choreographed dance. Tara's phone rang out from the nightstand. They both groaned as they parted and she reached over and grabbed the phone.

"It's my Dad," she said to Willow just before she hit the answer button. "Hi Daddy!"

"Hi Sweetheart. Did you two get settled in okay?" asked Donald.

"Yeah, Faith picked Willow and I up at the airport and brought us back to the apartment. We have just been settling in since then," Tara said winking at Willow and motioning for her to move closer and cuddle.

"Where is Faith staying?"

"She is staying with Emily," said Tara the dislike in her voice coming through.

"Tara, I know you don't like the girl, but for Faith's sake, please don't make waves. You never know when Faith may take to disliking someone who you care about. Would you want her to treat Willow poorly if you two got together?" asked Tara's Father. Tara saw Willow's eyes bulge and knew she had heard him.

"No Daddy, I wouldn't want that. I promise I will try to get passed my dislike for Emily," said Tara.

"That's my girl. Why don't you take everyone out for a nice dinner sometime this week. And when I say everyone I mean, you, Willow, Faith AND Emily."

"Yes, sir," said Tara in defeat.

"Well I'll let you go. Call me tomorrow night and let me know how things go."

"Okay, I love you," said Tara.

"I love you too."

After hanging up with her father Tara put the phone back on her nightstand and turned to face Willow again. The redhead still looked in shock.

"Um, your, um, er, you..." started Willow.

"The first day he met you he could tell that I had a crush on you. He doesn't know anything further, but he did say I had good taste," grinned Tara.

"You told your Dad you had a crush on me?"

"No, he guessed it."

"That is semantics Tara. I can't believe you didn't tell me," said Willow with a smile.

"I'm sorry. How about we go get something to eat and then we can cuddle and either watch a movie or talk," suggested Tara.

"Alright," said Willow as she got up off the bed and pulled Tara up next to her.

They went into the kitchen and looked at what Faith had bought for them. True to what Tara had said, there were a couple pizza's, some ramen noodles, beer, soda, and bottled water. Willow looked in the cupboard and found some peanut butter, honey, bread, and soup.

"PB&H?" asked Willow.

"Works for me," said Tara pulling down two plates and grabbing a knife.

They made their sandwiches and moved to the living room and curled up together on the couch and turned on the TV and watched Red and Red 2. Tara tried and failed to stifle a yawn.

"You know you yawning is one of the cutest things I have ever seen."

"Wait until you see me with bedhead and morning breath," laughed Tara.

"I can't wait," Willow said seductively.

They each changed and took care of their nightly routine and then Tara pulled the bed back and glanced at Willow to make certain that this was what the redhead wanted. Willow smiled sweetly and crawled into bed and patted the spot next to her.

"I'll apologize now, I am a bit of a restless sleeper," said Tara.

"I'll take my chances," Willow said before cuddling close to Tara.

"Good night sweetie," said Tara kissing Willow softly on the lips.

"Good night baby," replied Willow.

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The alarm went off and Tara found she was unable to move more than one arm. Thankfully it was the one near the alarm. During the night they had taken turns holding one another, but at the moment Willow was half draped on top of Tara.

“Willow,” whispered Tara

“Hmmm,” said the redhead into Tara's neck.

“It's morning, time to wake up.”

“Don't wanna,” pouted Willow.

“You are so damn cute when you pout,” said Tara placing her hand under Willow's chin and tilting her head up so she could kiss her.

Once their lips touched a surge of energy began to flow between them. Willow pressed up and covered Tara's body with her own. The kisses become deeper, and more passionate. Willow let her left leg press up into Tara's now very heated center. Tara moaned at the feel of pressure between her legs. Air was becoming an issue and they broke the kiss. Willow pressed her forehead to Tara's as they both tried to regain control of their breathing.

“Wow,” panted Willow.

“Uh huh,” agreed Tara. “We need to get up and get ready though.”

“I know, I was just saying a proper good morning,” grinned Willow as she rolled off the blonde and lay on her back staring at the ceiling.

“That wasn't all you were doing,” winked Tara. “I'm going to need a very cold shower now.”

“You aren't the only one,” mumbled Willow.

Both girls went and took cold showers, Tara in the master bathroom, Willow in the other. They got ready for work and were just kissing when they heard a knock at the door and Faith entered.

“Good morning,” said Faith as she sat down on one of the stools at the breakfast bar.

“Morning,” said Tara smiling at the brunette and drinking her coffee.

“Hey,” said Willow nursing a coffee as well.

“Not a morning person Red?”

“No,” said Willow and then she yawned.

“Alright, let's go,” said Faith as she got up and headed towards the door.

“You were nicely awake after the alarm went off,” Tara whispered in Willow's ear causing the redhead to shiver.

“Oh god,” squeaked Willow.

They each grabbed their briefcase and followed Faith out the door.

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The three walked into the eleventh floor offices and there was a hush from the people who were in the office lobby area. Tara smiled and waved to several, Faith said hello, and Willow just followed the other two. They made their way passed the reception desk and into the back offices and into a large conference room.

“Willow, you'll be doing your work out of the conference room across the hall,” said Faith. Willow nodded and headed over there and started to set up her laptop.

“T, are you ready for this?”

“No, but I have to be.”

“I'm all set up,” said Willow as she came back into the main conference room.

“Great,” said Tara smiling at the redhead and then turning to Faith. “Um, would you and Emily like to go out for dinner tomorrow night with us?”

“Why the change of heart?”

“Dad pointed out that I wouldn't want you treating someone I cared about the way I was treating Emily and that I may want to try to make peace.”

“So, you are doing it because your Dad said to?” snapped Faith causing Willow to back out of the room and go back to her conference room.

“No, I am doing it because he made me realize that I was being unfair to both you and Emily. I want to try to get to know her. She's important to you...”

“I get it T, really. Thank you. I'll ask her later,” said Faith. “Plus, it will give me a chance to continue to get to know Willow.”

“I think we scared her,” said Tara. “I'm going to go talk to her. Would you call Tony and ask him to come up?”

“Sure,” said Faith as Tara walked out of the conference room and over to Willow.

“Hi,” said Tara standing in the doorway.

“Hi.”

“You didn't have to leave,” said Tara.

“You two needed a friend moment. I was thinking that maybe we should tell Faith about us,” said Willow.

“I'd like that. It will make some things a lot easier. Like tomorrow night when we are out and I want to wrap my arms around you.”

“Did you want to tell her tonight or tomorrow before we go out?” asked Willow.

“I leave that decision up to you.”

“See if she wants to come by for dinner tonight. Tell her to bring Emily if she wants,” said Willow seeing a flicker of anger cross the blondes face. “You said you had to start moving passed what she did or you can think of it as doing it for me. I want to get to know people in your life so I can know you better and strengthen our relationship.”

“Hmmm, alright, I will do it for you, but you will owe me and I know how you are going to make it up to me,” said Tara waggling her eyebrows at Willow.

“Oh god,” squeaked Willow for the second time that morning.

Tara laughed as she heard Faith coming towards them.

“Tara, you get better looking every time I see you,” said an older man in his 50's before he hugged the blonde.

“Hi Tony! You don't look too bad yourself. I have someone for you to meet,” said Tara motioning for him to join her. Willow was now standing near the table that her laptop was on. “Tony this is Willow Rosenberg, she is going to be handing the IT portion of the overhaul, re-org, whatever it is we are going to call this.”

“Hi,” said Willow extending her hand.

“Hi,” said Tony shaking her hand. “I have actually heard about you and I can't wait to work with you on what needs to be done.”

“You've heard of me?” asked Willow.

“Oh yes. Donnie was bragging to some of us IT managers about how he snagged one of the best programmers he'd ever met.”

“Um, er,” stammered Willow.

“Way to break her before you even get started Tony,” laughed Tara. “I'll leave you two to get started. If you need anything Will, Faith and I will be in the big conference room.”

“Sounds good,” said Willow as Tara left and Tony closed the door and they got started resetting all the security passwords, writing new database securities, and reworking their external network access.

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“Well, they will be in there for a while,” said Faith as Tara came back into the conference room and sat down near the brunette.

“Not as long as you may think. Willow is really quick.”

“Well, that is good. I know that some of the stuff they have locked down is hindering some people from doing their job.”

“That isn't good. I know she'll get things running smooth quickly. Oh, um, Willow wanted me to ask what you and Emily are doing tonight. She was wondering if you two wanted to come by the apartment and have dinner with us.”

“Why is Willow wondering that?”

“She wants to get to know you and Emily.”

“We're going out tomorrow T.”

“Please, for me?”

“Fine, but you had better still have some of that beer in that I bought.”

“Willow doesn't drink beer. She did tell me this hilarious story about Buffy getting drunk when they were in college.”

“Okay. Well, we had better get to work or we aren't going to be getting out of here at all tonight.”

Faith and Tara brought the employees in one at a time and asked them what they saw as the cause for the downfall of the division and what they would do to resolve it if they were in charge. The employees trusted Tara so they were very honest and forthcoming with what they told them. After going through over half of the employees it was close to 5pm and everyone was getting ready to leave for the day so they decided to call it quits.

Tara knocked on the door where Willow and Tony had been working all day.

“Hey, are you two at a stopping point?” asked Tara.

“Yeah, we were just talking about that,” said Tony. “Oh, and when you talk to your brother, tell him he had reason to brag. This girl is amazing.”

“That I know, and you don't even know half of her talents,” thought Tara.

“I'm just me,” blushed Willow.

“I'm going to get going. I will see you tomorrow then Willow,” said Tony.

“I will see you tomorrow,” said Willow as Tony left.

“So, everything went well today?” asked Tara.

“Yeah, it really did. We got a lot of the stuff converted and I will be rewriting scripts tomorrow to enhance the security.”

“Great, let's get out of here.”

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Willow and Tara took a cab back to the apartment. While they were on their way Tara explained to Willow that Faith and Emily would be coming over around 6 and that she had told Faith that it was because Willow wanted to get to know her better. Once they were 'home' they changed into comfortable clothes. Willow wearing her faded semi-tight blue jeans and a faded UC Sunnydale t-shirt. Tara opted for blue jeans and a plain blue t-shirt. Once they changed and had set the living room up they cuddled and kissed until they heard Faith and Emily knock at the door.

“Hi guys, thanks for coming over,” said Tara as she answered the door and motioned for the two women to enter.

“Thanks for the invite. I will take a night of not having to cook anytime,” said Faith as they went into the living room where Willow was sitting.

“Yeah, like you cook,” said Emily. “Hello Willow.”

“Hi Faith, Emily,” Willow said with a warm smile.

Willow was seated on the end cushion of the sofa and Tara took a seat at the other end while Faith and Emily sat down on the loveseat.

“So, how was your day Willow?” asked Emily. “I can't imagine going in to an office like you are.”

“It was frightening at first, but after a while it was exciting.”

“You play with computers, how can that be frightening?” teased Faith.

“One wrong command or semi-colon placed wrong in a program and it can all go bye bye. I'm not talking just one or two things – one program can crash or erase an entire system,” answered Willow.

“Oh,” said Faith realizing how damaging that could be.

The group talked about the day and when dinner arrived they ate and joked around. Tara had seemed to relax and was trying to see what Faith saw in Emily.

“This is fun,” said Emily.

“I agree,” said Tara smiling.

“I'm going to go put this in the fridge. Does anyone want another drink?” asked Willow.

“Yes, please,” said Emily holding up her bottle of beer.

“Sure,” said Faith doing the same.

“I'll help,” said Tara grabbing the plates as Willow grabbed the left over pizza.

Tara put the dishes and the sink and Willow put the pizza in the fridge and grabbed two beers out for Faith and Emily. She closed the refrigerator door and turned around find Tara standing there, so close.

“I need a kiss,” said Tara looking deep into Willow's eyes as she backed the redhead to the counter and leaned in and captured her lips. Willow wrapped her arms around Tara's neck and pulled her deeper into the kiss. Tara's hands went to Willow's hips.

“Hey Ta...What the hell,” said Faith loudly as she came into the kitchen.

Willow pulled her arms back from around Tara's neck. Tara placed her hands on the edge of the counter on either side of Willow and dropped her head to Willow's shoulder.

“Faith,” started Tara as Emily was now standing behind her girlfriend.

“What the hell, Tara?”

Tara took Willow's hand and led them all back into the living room and they all sat back down.

“Willow and I are dating...Surprise,” said Tara trying to alleviate the tension.

“How long?”

“Um, well, remember that night that Willow and I went out and you called it a first date. The night that Oz creeped us out at the Bronze? Well that night,” said Tara holding tight to Willow's hand.

“So, the night that I said was your first date and you lied to me and told me it wasn't? That night?”

“Faith, I asked Tara if we could keep it between us for a while. Tara is the first woman I have been attracted to, she is the first woman that I have ever had these strong feelings for. I wanted to get used to it, and I liked the idea of having her to myself for a while.”

“So, does Buffy know? Who else knows?”

“You are the first to know,” said Tara.

“Wow, I'm shocked, I'm happy for you, and I'm pissed that you didn't tell me sooner,” said Faith.

“I'm sorry Faith,” said Willow.

“Does this change anything at work for you two?” asked Emily.

“Technically, Willow reports to Donnie and is just assisting me and my department with a project. So us working together while dating doesn't break any policies,” said Tara.

“Last week when I was giving Buffy a tour and we came into the conference room, what were you two doing? Red you looked guilty as hell, but I thought it was just nerves. Now I don't,” Faith said staring directly at Willow.

“I kissed her,” admitted Tara.

“Dammit T, I love you and I'm really happy for you two, but don't you EVER do that at work again. I'm the head of HR, and I will have to take action if anyone catches you two making out in one of the conference rooms. Please don't put me in that position,” said Faith her face showing the depth of her concern.

“We won't, I promise,” said Tara.

“So, is this why you wanted us to come over tonight?” asked Emily with a smirk on her face when she saw the guilty look cross Willow's face.

“Yes. I realized that us working this closely together, there would be no way we were going to be able to keep this hidden,” said Willow.

“So, you two planned to give me a heart attack instead?” laughed Faith.

“No, that was an added bonus,” teased Tara. “Honestly I didn't think you would follow us into the kitchen.”

“And I never will again,” laughed Faith.

“I'm happy for you both. You two make a really cute couple,” said Emily.

“Thank you,” Willow and Tara both said.

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After cleaning the kitchen and living room when Faith and Emily left, Willow and Tara went and got ready for bed.

“I think Faith took the news about us pretty well considering how she found out,” said Willow while laying on her side facing Tara and looking deep into Tara's eyes.

“Yeah, I knew she would be happy for us.”

“You did very well dealing with Emily tonight as well,” said Willow moving closer and pressing her body to Tara's.

“I'm really trying,” said Tara pulling Willow even closer and then crushed her lips to Willow's.

Willow rolled on to her back and pulled Tara on top of her. Tara kissed along Willow's jaw line and down her neck to her pulse point.

“Tara, oh...god...” groaned Willow. “That feels...so good.”

Tara continued nipping and sucking on Willow's neck while Willow worked her hands feeling up and down Tara's sides and back. With the need to feel more growing Willow started to move Tara's shirt up. The blonde pulled back and looked into Willow's eyes for any sign of hesitation, all she saw were darkening pools of green. Tara sat back on her heels and pulled her shirt off. She watched as Willow scanned her body, she could feel the heat from Willow's eyes.

Willow was in awe of the beauty before her. She cautiously moved a hand up and touched Tara's stomach. She slid the hand up further and brushed against the underside of Tara's breast. They both moaned at the touch. Willow watched Tara's nipples pucker as Willow touched her. Tara guided Willow's hand to her nipple. Willow rubbed across it with her palm. Tara arched pressing her chest into Willow's hand.

“Oh...Willow...” panted Tara.

Unable to resist any longer Willow sat up and wrapped her lips around the other nipple. She started to softly suck on it hearing Tara gasp. Tara reached down and encouraged Willow not to stop. Willow switched to lavish the other nipple.

“You...oh Sweetie...that feels....so...good,” panted Tara.

Willow pulled back from the attention she was giving Tara's breasts to look her in the eyes.

“I want to make you feel incredible,” said Willow.

“Oh Sweetie, you are trust me...” said Tara leaning down and capturing Willow's lips.

“You are so gorgeous,” said Willow running her hands over Tara's breasts as the blonde arched and pressed her breasts towards the redhead.

“I want to feel and see you,” said Tara.

Willow thought about what Tara said for a moment and then removed her shirt so that they were both naked from the waist up. Tara pushed Willow on to her back and then covered Willow with her body. They both felt all their nerves become hyper sensitive the moment their bodies touched skin to skin. Willow could feel Tara's erect nipples pressed against her breasts, their bodies fitting together as Tara kissed her.

“Your skin on mine feels so incredible,” said Tara as she nibbled on Willow's ear.

Willow could only nod her senses were overwhelmed with new and amazing feelings. Feelings she had never felt before.

“Are you still okay with this Sweetie?” asked Tara looking into Willow's eyes.

“I don't want to stop, but...”

“We don't have to go any further than this. I want you comfortable and enjoying everything.”

“Oh I am definitely enjoying this,” blushed Willow.

“Good,” said Tara and she ducked her head and started kissing along Willow's collar-bone and down to the valley between her breasts. She could hear Willow's breath catch and a soft moan escape her lips. Tara slowly kissed her way towards Willow's erect nipple. She traced it with her tongue feeling the redhead arch up for more contact. Tara smiled and the wrapped her lips around the nipple and began to softly suck on it, she cupped the other breast in her hand and rolled the nipple between her fingers.

“Oh...Tara,” moaned Willow as she moved her hands cup Tara's breasts rubbed the palms of her hand across the blondes nipples.

Tara gasped at the feeling surging through her body from Willow's touch. She moved her mouth to lavish the other nipple.

“Mmmmm, Willow that feels so good,” moaned Tara as she moved her lips from Willow's nipping back to the redheads mouth. She kissed Willow deeply, passionately, and conveyed through the kiss how much she truly cared about the redhead.

Willow brought her hands from Tara's breasts to her back an ran them slowly up and down while she lost herself in the kisses with the blonde. When air became an issue they pulled back and Willow turned them to lay on their side. Their bodies were still entwined together, they lay gazing into one another's eyes. Willow brushed a stray strand of hair out of Tara's eyes and leaned forward and placed a soft kiss on Tara's lips.

“I can't believe how lucky I am to have you in my life,” whispered Willow. The deep emotions she felt for Tara coming through in her words.

“I think we are both lucky Sweetie. I have never felt like this before and I don't want it ever to stop,” replied Tara before leaning and kissing Willow softly. “I want to hold you the rest of the night.”

“How about we hold each other...” said Willow as Tara rolled on her back and Willow snuggled close and draped her arm across the blondes bare chest.

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating:  PG-13 – this chapter
Author:  Branny72
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Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 16

Sun streamed in through a crack in the curtains hitting Willow and Tara's entwined bodies as they slept. Willow started to stir feeling Tara's bare torso beneath her. A smile crept across her face as she gingerly opened her eyes and saw the sleeping form of the blonde. Her heart started to beat faster remembering the previous nights activities and how they both ended up partial unclothed. Willow felt Tara start to stir, she started to move off the blonde, but Tara tightened her hold on the redhead.

"Good morning, beautiful," said Willow sensually.

"Mmmm, it definitely is a good morning," said Tara as she tilted her head and her lips brushed against Willow's lips.

They lay there kissing until the alarm went off causing them both to groan. Morning had rudely arrived.

"I could lay here feeling your body against mine all day," said Tara. She blushed when she realized what she had just said and implied.

"I could do the same with your body against mine and your amazing lips on mine," said Willow.

Knowing that Faith would be there to pick them up shortly and neither wanting to be picked on by her they got up, showered in their own bathroom and got ready for work. Tara was the first in the kitchen and she poured herself a cup of coffee and got a cup for Willow as well.

"Mmmm, I smell coffee," said Willow as she entered the kitchen and Tara handed her the cup of coffee she had made for her.

"Here you go Sweetheart," said Tara handing Willow her cup.

"Thank you," said Willow taking a sip of the coffee.

They finished their coffee and were cuddling together on the couch when Faith let herself in.

"Yo T," said Faith as she stopped and smiled.

"Morning Faith," said Tara looking over at the brunette.

"Aren't you two just too cute for words," teased Faith as she entered the living room.

"Be nice or I'll have Willow lock you out of the network," taunted Tara with a smug smile.

"Can you really do that Red?"

"Yup," grinned Willow.

"No fair using your girlfriends access and skills," said Faith.

"It would be wrong to use my girlfriends access. We are NOT discussing her skills,” Tara said grinning. “Now, using one of my co-workers access, that is another story," said Tara sticking her tongue out.

"Don't tease me with that tongue Tara - Willow might get jealous."

"You wish she were teasing you," said Willow nonchalantly.

"No, I'm glad she isn't teasing me. I know how big of a tease she can be...just wait Willow, you just wait," laughed Faith as Tara glared at her and then the three women headed out of the apartment and off to the office.

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The day passed similar to the previous day, busy and stress filled. At the end of the day Faith dropped Willow and Tara off at the apartment and told them that she and Emily would be back in an hour and the four of them could head out to dinner and then maybe go see some sites.

"What should I wear tonight?" called Willow from the second bedroom.

"That is a loaded question Willow," Tara called back from the master bedroom.

Willow quietly entered the master bedroom and walked up behind a bra clad Tara, she wrapped her arms around Tara and started to kiss the blonde's bare shoulder and run her hands along her stomach towards the underside of Tara's breasts. Tara dropped her head backwards, groaned, and leaned into Willow's gentle touch.

"It may be a loaded question, but mmmmm, we could always cancel because you feel so good in my arms," Willow whispered into Tara's ear and then she nibbled on her earlobe.

"Sweetie," squeaked Tara as she turned and captured Willow's lips while pressing her back to the wall.

They spent several minutes kissing before Tara finally pried herself out of the embrace and grabbed a sweatshirt out of her closet and suggested something similar for Willow. Willow laughed knowing that she had flustered herself just as much as Tara was flustered by what she had just done. She went back to her room and finished changing. Tara finished getting ready and made her way to the kitchen to get some ice water to cool herself down and regain control of her now raging hormones.

Willow joined Tara in the living room with her own glass of ice water. When Faith and Emily arrived they found the girls sitting close and talking about their day.

"Do you two need a little more time um, alone," laughed Faith pointing at the glasses of ice water.

"Shush," said Tara as Willow blushed a deep shade of red.

"Faith, be nice," cautioned Emily.

"I was, I didn't make one comment about what crunching ice or what the ice water was representing and I have said NOTHING about the guilt that Willow has because I have never seen anyone turn THAT shade of red," giggled Faith.

Everyone laughed and the tension of the moment was broken.

They went to a nearby bar and grille for dinner and then drove 25 minutes north to Redondo Beach to walk along the beach and boardwalk. Willow and Tara held hands as they walked and Willow listened to the stories told by the others about the time they all lived in Seattle and the other stories they shared. Willow told everyone stories of her and Buffy when they were growing up or in college when it felt similar. She was truly enjoying listening and learning as the others talked.

Faith found a spot towards the end of the pier for them to sit and her and Tara went to get drinks while Emily and Willow waited.

“You and Tara are really cute together,” said Emily breaking the awkward silence.

“Thanks,” said Willow. “You and Faith seem really happy. I didn't know that she was seeing anyone.”

“Well, she knew that Tara didn't approve of us, so she was keeping it a secret.”

“I would think that Tara would be pleased if her best friend were happy.”

“She would, but Tara hates me,” said Emily looking down at the weather-beaten wood.

“I don't think Tara hates you. I don't know what happened with you two, but I know her well enough to know that she doesn't hate.”

“Well, I cheated on Faith. It wasn't a planned vindictive thing, but I subconsciously think that I did it to hurt her and I often don't deserve her.”

“What happened? If it is too personal or if you don't want to talk about it we don't have to. I just was curious to know why...and I'm starting to babble and that only happens when I'm nervous...dear god please stop me...” babbled Willow.

“It's okay really,” said Emily placing a hand on Willow's to calm the redhead. “Maybe if I explain it to you, maybe we can figure out a way to get Tara not to hate me or to dislike me less.”

“Okay,” said Willow.

“Faith and I had dated about a month and I was jealous of her relationship and closeness to Tara. She would drop everything including me if Tara called. I accused her of having more than 'friendship' feelings for Tara. She told me that I was full of crap, but they just seemed too close. Tara called one night really upset just as Faith and I were arriving at a restaurant. Faith spent easily twenty minutes talking to Tara and trying to calm her down. She then told me that she needed to cancel our date. It was the last straw, it was the third time that week. I gave Faith an ultimatum right then and there. I told her it was me or Tara. Not one of my brighter moves. She asked me not to make her choose, but I was hurt and pissed. I told her that if she left I was still going out and she would have to deal with that reality. She told me that she had to go and she would call me later. She begged me not to go out or do something I would regret. She said that Tara was her sister, her family, and when family needs you, you go no questions asked. I'm an only child so that just didn't register with me. I didn't understand it. I had never even had a friend that would consider doing what Faith was doing. Well, as you can imagine I was pretty hurt that as I saw it she would just ditch me to go off to take care of Tara. I did the only thing I could think of, I got really drunk. It isn't an excuse, it was the cause. I know that I am at fault for going home with someone who wasn't my girlfriend. Faith had called me several times that night, but I didn't answer. The one time I did answer I could hear Tara in the background and it just enraged me again. I ended up going home with my ex who was known to use me and that night was no different. She used me to make her girlfriend jealous...as revenge.”

“That is horrible,” interrupted Willow.

“Yeah, so, not only did I make a bad decision on getting pissed at Faith, I got double burned for it. The next morning I knew I had screwed up. I confessed to Faith, and then she told me that Erin, Tara's ex had done something horrible and that was why Tara was so upset. That helped me feel even worse about things. I've known Erin since we were little. It was a bit odd that Tara ended up dating her and then when they moved here I met her and Faith. Erin is a vindictive bitch. I know she hurt Tara on purpose that night and she knew it would mess with me as well.”

“You two don't get along?” asked Willow.

“No. I have blown up at Erin a few times for what she did to Tara.”

“Why would you do that?”

“Because, Tara is a nice and sweet person. She didn't deserve the crap that Erin did to her. I wish I would have known them before so that I could have warned them about her. Though I cheated so I guess I'm not any better.”

“Actually, you are. You actually felt remorse for what you did and I am guessing that Erin doesn’t know what the word means let alone what it feels like.”

“I think you are right on that. Anyway, after I learned what Erin had done I felt worse. I told Faith she deserved better. We talked and then she came over and we talked some more. Faith finally explained and helped me understand her relationship with Tara and her family and well, I wish I were a part of any family like that.”

“I know what you mean. My parents were never around when I was growing up. My best friend Buffy, her family is more of a family to me. Hell my parents still aren't ever around. I tried to get a message to them to even tell them about graduation or my job at TDM. They are too busy to be bothered with me I guess.”

“That is too bad. I think it is their loss Willow. You have that same caring side that Tara has.”

“Thanks, but she has way more caring and sweetness in her than I ever will have.”

“You two are perfect for one another.”

“Thanks. I wish Tara knew or could have heard what you told me.”

“I did,” said Tara from behind Emily and Willow.

“Baby,” said Willow as she turned quickly.

“Tara,” said a surprised Emily.

“I am sorry Emily, I-I had no idea,” said Tara as she and Faith came around in front of Willow and Emily.

“It is okay Tara, I honestly deserved the treatment you gave me for what I did to Faith.”

“No, you didn't,” said Faith sternly.

“Faith is right, you didn't. I am sorry I was so rude and never gave you a chance to explain your reasons. I don't excuse what you did, but I understand better.” Tara leaned over and hugged Emily and then took Willow's hand and pulled her up and into an embrace. “Thank you.”

“I did nothing beautiful,” said Willow.

“We're going to take a quick walk. We'll meet you two back here in a bit okay?” asked Faith.

“Okay,” said Tara.

Willow took Tara's hand and led her to the railing at the end of the pier. Tara stood behind Willow and wrapped her arms around the redhead and they cuddled together and watched the sun set over the horizon. Tara kissed up and down Willow's neck. Willow tilted her head to a side to allow the blonde more access.

“Tonight was nice,” said Tara finally.

“Yeah, it was nice getting to know Emily too,” said Willow.

“I have a better understanding of her now.”

“How long were you two standing back there?”

“From the ultimatum. So I am guessing we heard most of what was said.”

“Yep,” agreed Willow turning in the blondes arms and kissing her soundly.

“Pier is closing,” called a male voice towards them. They broke their kiss and made their way towards the car and met Faith and Emily there.

It was late when Faith dropped them off and she told them she would see them in the morning. Willow and Tara were exhausted because they hadn't gotten a lot of sleep the night before. They changed and curled up in bed together and drifted to sleep quickly.

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Wednesday for Tara and Faith was a more relaxing day. They had completed their interviews of the staff the day before, and were now accessing what to do. Wednesday however was an exceptionally busy day for Willow. She had planned on making the bulk of the IP and routing changes for the network. This was proving a more difficult task than Willow had anticipated due to the way that parts of the network had been cobbled together. She told Tara that she was going to be there late so she could just head out and Willow would take a cab back.

Tara and Faith decided to go out for a drink before going back to the apartment.

"So, you and Willow...I have to say Tara I didn't think you would be able to keep that a secret as long as you did," said Faith as they grabbed a booth.

"It was important to Willow."

"What do you think Buffy is going to say?"

"You know her better than I do," said Tara.

"I think she will be as happy for you two as I am. You seem happy and that is truly what I have always wanted for you," said Faith as she smiled at the goofy grin that Tara had on her face when she thought about Willow.

The waitress came and took their order and brought them refills on their drink.

Tara grabbed her phone and messaged Willow to see if she was going to be done soon or not.

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"Hey Sweetie! How are things going?" asked Tara.

"Better, but the monkey that put this network together needs to be slapped with a banana peel," said Willow.

"LOL. That bad?" asked Tara.

"I have spent the past 3 hours renaming, rerouting, and re-purposing equipment to make this work."

"I'm not sure what all that means, but it sounds impressive. I think Jesse did the most recent network stuff. I can ask Donnie if you want. Are you getting close to being done?"

"Yes, or at least for tonight. All I see are IP's and subnets and I'd rather be seeing you," Willow smiled as she sent the message.

"I'd rather you be seeing me too. Faith and I are at the bar near the apartment, why don't you join us."

"Alright. I will be there in about a half hour."

"See you soon Sweetie."

"I can't wait Baby," said Willow.


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Willow finished up on the segment of the network she was on and packed her stuff up and headed out to get a cab to meet Faith and Tara. She was able to hail a cab right away and gave the apartment address figuring she could walk to the bar from there.

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"Okay, from that stupid grin on your face I'm guessing Red is almost done and going to meet us here?" laughed Faith.

"You bet!"

Their dinner came and they ate and then grabbed a table near the dartboards where they could still see the front door to keep an eye out for Willow. They started to play darts. This was something that both Faith and Tara had done for years so they were both pretty good and were impressing some of the local patrons. Faith had beaten two guys that claimed they had been undefeated.

Out of the corner of her eye Tara spotted the last person she ever wanted to see walking towards them. Then she saw coming from the other direction the person she most wanted to see. She was gauging who was going to get there first.

“Sweetie,” said Tara turning to greet Willow as both people got closer. She reached out, and took Willow's hand and pulled her into a deep and passionate kiss.

Faith saw the familiar unwelcome face still headed their way and glared at the woman. Her anger growing as the woman got closer.

“Hi,” whispered Willow as they broke their kiss and she pressed her forehead to Tara's.

“Hi,” smiled Tara. “I missed you.”

“I missed you too,” smiled Willow leaning in for another soft kiss.

“Gag me,” teased Faith.

“That can be arranged...” Willow teased as Tara wrapped her arms around the redheads waist.

“Tara, did you notice?”

“Yep, and I don't care,” said Tara pulling Willow even closer to her, their bodies flush together now.

“What's going on?” asked Willow.

“My ex Erin is attempting to make her way over here,” said Tara softly.

“Oh...”

“I'll go get rid of her,” said Faith as she stalked away before either girl could stop her.

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“Erin, she isn't in the mood to deal with you,” said Faith as she neared the onlooking woman.

“Hello Faith. What brings you back to Seattle?” said Erin.

“We aren't going there. Just leave Tara alone...she is trying to enjoy an evening with her girlfriend.”

“Girlfriend? My, my, I should meet this person. I am shocked that you would allow anyone to date your precious Tara.”

“Back off. I think you've caused Tara enough pain for a lifetime,” Faith said sternly.

“Fine, but, tell her I said 'hello' alright,” smirked Erin her eyes had never left Willow and Tara.

“I'll consider it if you just leave her alone,” said Faith.

“I'm leaving,” said Erin putting her hands up as she turned to leave.

Faith watched Erin leave the building before heading back over to Willow and Tara.

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“So, that is the infamous Erin huh?!” said Willow.

“Yeah, my ugly past and you are my amazing and beautiful present,” smiled Tara. “And hopefully my future for a very long time,” thought Tara.

“I'm good with that,” giggled Willow as she leaned over and nibbled on Tara's ear.

“Will,” giggled Tara sensually. “Stop that.”

“I can't help it you are adorable and it was a long day without you.”

“It was a very long day. What do you say I take you out on a date tomorrow night,” said Tara. “Just the two of us.”

“I have a better idea. What do you say we stay in and have a date tomorrow night?”

“I like how you think Rosenberg.”

“So, what do you think your ex wants?” asked Willow.

“To cause trouble between us most likely.”

“I'm not that insecure,” said Willow.

“Good,” said Tara as they watched Faith finish talking with Erin and head back over towards them.

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“Are you two done being all mushy?” asked Faith as she joined Willow and Tara again.

“Jealous?” asked Tara.

“Of which one of you?” laughed Faith. “I was more wishing Em didn't have to work tonight.”

“Well, at least you'll get to see her at some point tonight,” said Tara.

“Yeah, but it won't be until late.”

“Well late is better than not at all,” said Willow.

“True. And she was so cute this morning. She was so excited about the project she was working on this morning before I left to come get you two.”

“What is her project?” asked Tara.

“They are implementing a new incentive program for her companies sales force. She said that they will have some great trips and packages available for the sales staff. She also hinted that her team and their significant others may get to go to Hawaii if the project is successful.”

“That sounds neat,” said Willow.

“Yeah, it was her idea, so seeing it come to fruition is really important to her. And well exciting for me to see her succeed.”

“Do you two ever brainstorm or use one another's ideas?” asked Willow.

“Yeah, more than I care to admit actually. I know we shouldn't, but it is hard not to. She will ask my opinion and I'll think it is something that TDM can utilize so I tweak it and present it,” blushed Faith.

“That is horrible,” laughed Tara having already suspected that Faith and Emily did this.

“Like you have never borrowed an idea from someone?” asked Faith with her eyebrow raised.

“I-er-I-um I never said that...that I didn't,” blushed Tara.

“Baby, whatcha blushing Willow-Red for?” asked Willow in a sing-song voice.

“It is nothing. Let's get back to Faith and her stealing ideas from her girlfriend and passing them off as her own,” said Tara.

“Let's not,” said Faith and Willow nodded.

“Fine. I borrowed an idea from Faith and it came back and bit me in the ass,” said Tara.

“Details?” giggled Willow.

“We were Juniors in High School and our teacher was asking for ideas on fund-raising. Faith under her breath suggested a car wash so we could have a water fight. I giggled and the teacher called on me so I said the first thing that came to mind and used Faith's car wash idea. Well, there were more guys than girls in our class so this was very popular with them. Well, we voted and my um our idea won.”

“I'm not seeing the blush worthiness.”

“Oh, on the day of the car wash T forgot and wore white,” Faith chimed in.

“Yes, and the guys were running the hoses, so you can imagine how much fun they had getting me wet.”

“Oh poor baby,” said Willow laughing and leaning in to hug Tara close. “Oh goddess, wet, see through, Tara. YUMMY,” thought Willow.

“She was very popular at school for a while,” laughed Faith.

“Yeah, and I seem to recall you encouraged the guys with the hoses too,” Tara mock-glared at Faith.

“Hell yeah,” Faith proudly proclaimed. “You have a body, why not let some of us enjoy it. Not that I would do that now, but hell Tara, I was a horny teenager.”

They laughed and drank a couple more drinks before walking back to the apartment. Faith called a cab since she was feeling a bit tipsy and told Willow and Tara to pick her up in the morning. They agreed and went upstairs to the apartment.

“Tonight was fun,” said Willow as she and Tara got changed for bed.

“Yeah, tomorrow is going to be painful though,” said Tara pulling her shirt on.

“Why is that?”

“I drank a lot more than I had planned to drink. I am either going to wake up overly tired or with a heck of a hangover.”

“Well, take some meds now and drink a couple glasses of water. Buffy always said that helps.”

“What helps you Sweetie?”

“I've um, never had a hangover or anything like it. I'm not saying that I haven't drank to excess, I am just saying that I have never had a headache from drinking.

“Must be nice,” said Tara.

“It is,” teased Willow. “I wasn't popular on our floor of the dorm most Saturday and Sunday mornings, well afternoons.”

“I can imagine that. So a few ibuprofen and water?”

“Buffy always says take 3 ibuprofen and then drink one glass of water for each drink you had. It helps you get hydrated again and that will help fend off the headache.”

“I'm willing to try it,” said Tara. They sat in the kitchen while she drank several glasses of water and then they went and curled up in bed.

“Tara?”

“Yeah Will...”

“I, um, really like falling asleep and waking up with you either holding me or with you in my arms.”

“I like that too.”

“Good night, Baby,” said Willow.

“Good night, Sweetie,” said Tara as their bodies entwined together and they kissed softly before drifting off to sleep.

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 Post subject: Re: Meant To Be - Ch 16 Updated 12/22/2013
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Uh, oh, my favorite new story! An update! Yay!

Thank you, Branny! :bigkiss

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I am digging your story.

I have a feeling that Faith may need to open up a can of whoop-ass on Tara's ex.

Emily's explanation was understandable. But, it doesn't excuse her actions.

We all make mistakes. I just hope she is really on the up and up now.

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Well done. A good update and I like the way they are getting closer. The network really does sound like a nightmare. If she's really writing all those scripts and changing networks on the fly, I hope they aren't subject to audit because that's going to bring up a security finding. Actually quite a few findings. Nonetheless, it's a good summary.

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Phantasyland: I'm glad you are loving the story and I truly hope you enjoy the update! :sigh


Grimm: Thank you for reading and commenting!! You are right, we do all make mistakes, and you can't always excuse actions. As for Faith opening a can of whoop-ass on Tara's ex...I like that idea. :grin


JustSkipIt: Networks can be ugly, scary places! I'm glad you liked the update and progression. I hope you enjoy the update! :glasses

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating:  PG-13 – NC-17 this chapter
Author:  Branny72
Feedback:  Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 17


The alarm went off and Tara quickly slammed her hand down on the off button and let out a loud groan.

“Morning,” said Willow as she cuddled closer.

“Morning,” whispered Tara her head throbbing.

“I am guessing the ibuprofen didn't help fend off the hangover?”

“Not so much. It may have been the actual combination of drinks though,” said Tara gingerly trying to open her eyes. “Does it have to be so bright in here?”

“Poor baby,” said Willow as she kissed Tara's forehead and got up to get her some more water and ibuprofen. “Here Baby, take these and see if they help.”

“They may help with the headache, but they aren't going to solve my other issue,” said Tara.

“What is that?”

“I woke up with a gorgeous redhead by my side and now she is gone and I didn't get even get a kiss or anything,” pouted Tara.

“Well, let me see if I can help with that,” said Willow as she climbed on to the bed and straddled the blondes hips. Both of their hearts started to beat faster as Willow lowered herself down and softly, brushed her lips across Tara's lips.

Tara reached up and ran her fingers through the redheads hair and then down her back pulling her body down lower to lay her on top of Tara. Their lips met again in a more hungry kiss, one that if not contained was not going to help them get up and ready for work in time to pick up Faith.

“Mmmmm, baby,” moaned Willow into the kiss.

“You...make...the...hangover...oh Will,” said Tara in-between kisses and then arching upwards to press their bodies together more.

Willow felt their bodies rushing towards that point of no return line and she grudgingly pulled her body away from Tara's.

“We need to get ready for work,” panted the redhead.

“I was more enjoying what we were doing just a minute ago,” Tara said lustfully.

“I was too, but we have to pick Faith up this morning,” Willow reminded Tara who let out a loud groan.

“Fine, be responsible,” said Tara playfully.

They both took showers alone, very cold showers. They got dressed and met in the kitchen again. This time Willow was the first in and she made a cup of coffee for herself and one for Tara. When she set the coffee the night before she made sure that it was going to be strong.

“How are you feeling now?” asked Willow.

“Not as good as I felt with you kissing me, but definitely better than when I woke up.”

“Well, then aren't you glad you and I have a date tonight?” asked the redhead grinning.

“Oh, I am very glad that I get you to myself tonight. Do you think you will have to work late again?”

“No, I have a date tonight so I have no plans on working late,” Willow said offering the blonde a seductive smile.

“Good,” smiled Tara.

They got their stuff together and Willow decided to drive since Tara was still recovering from her hangover. They arrived at Emily's apartment and Faith staggered out wearing dark glasses followed by Emily carrying her briefcase.

“Hi Emily,” said Willow getting out of the car.

“Hey Willow, Tara,” she replied as she saw the blonde coming around the side of the car.

Tara mumbled a hello and then leaned her head on Willow's shoulder.

“I see she is feeling about as well as Faith is.”

“Yeah, hopefully her meds will kick in soon,” said Willow hearing Tara and Faith grunt as a greeting to one another.

“Didn't you drink last night?” asked Emily.

“I did, I just don't get hangovers,” said Willow as Tara wrapped her arms around her and buried her head in the crook of Willow's neck.

“I hate you Red. Tara you can no longer date her,” said Faith.

“Honey, be nice or I will tell Willow how to truly torment you when you are in this state.”

“That is mean.”

“Be nice and I won't tell her,” laughed Emily.

“I know how too,” said Tara into Willow's neck.

“Both of you be nice or I am going to barf on your shoes.”

“On that note, I think I should get these two to work,” laughed Willow.

“Good luck with these two.”

“Thanks,” said Willow. “Ready Baby?”

“Sure,” said Tara blindly waving towards Emily.

“Bye Tara. By Sweetheart,” said Emily as she kissed the side of Faith's head and helped her get in the car.

Willow drove them to work and Faith and Tara did their best to act as though nothing were wrong as they walked through the reception area. Willow came in after them and went right to her conference room and started working on the network again.

As the day passed Tara and Faith started to feel better. Tara stopped by to try to convince Willow to have lunch with them, but Willow told her that she had too much stuff to get done.

When it came time to call it a day Willow quickly shut down her computer and packed up her stuff. She was excited and nervous about their date.

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“So, Willow won't join us for lunch?” asked Faith as Tara returned from talking to the redhead.

“No, she said she has to much to get done and there is no way in hell she is staying late tonight,” replied Tara.

“Why is that?”

“We have a date,” said Tara blushing.

“A little girl on girl time?” teased Faith.

“Hopefully,” muttered Tara.

“Oh really?” teased Faith waggling her eyebrows. “Have you two slept together yet? As your best friend I deserve to know these things.”

“No, not yet. It will happen when it is meant to.”

“I think you and Willow are a good match. She handled Erin really well last night. I was impressed.”

“Yeah, which is good. I REALLY like her Faith,” said Tara softly.

“Is this the like that becomes love?”

“I think so. Everything feels so different with Willow. Different in a good way.”

“That is because she is the right person for you,” smiled Faith.

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Willow and Tara changed out of their work clothes once they arrived home. Tara was stretched out on the couch when Willow came out of her room.

“Hey gorgeous,” said Willow smiling at Tara.

“Come here and cuddle with me,” said Tara opening her arms.

Willow sauntered over and found herself being pulled down next to Tara. Their lips came together in a passion filled kiss. Their bodies melted into one. Tara moaned as Willow's tongue played with her own. Willow's hand was running down Tara's side under the waistline of the sweatpants she was wearing and grasped her ass. Willow pulled the blondes hips closer, her leg parting the blondes and pressing firmly against her now overly heated core. Willow felt a surge of emotion through her body stimulating every nerve. Tara felt her body burn with desire for the redhead. Willow trailed kisses along Tara's jawline and then down her neck as she sucked on the pulse point.

“Oh yes...Willow...that...mmmm...that feels so good,” panted Tara. Her hands made their way under Willow's shirt and were cupping her breasts, rubbing her palms on the now hard nipples.

“Oh Tara,” moaned Willow as she arched into Tara's hands.

Hearing Willow moaning her name turned Tara on even more causing Tara to grind her hips into the redheads leg. Willow brought their mouths together again, lips moving together, they were alternating sucking on the others bottom lip.

“Mmmm, bedroom?” asked Tara pulling back ever so slightly from the redheads lips.

“Yes...now,” panted Willow.

They walked into the bedroom, Tara sat down on the edge of the bed and pulled Willow between her legs, her head was at the same height as Willow's breasts. Tara captured with her teeth one of the redheads nipples though her shirt causing Willow to arch into her touch. Tara ran her hands underneath the edge of Willow's shirt and slowly started to lift it up, she pulled back and looked at up at the redhead who was staring down at her with lust and desire in her eyes. Willow pulled her shirt off as Tara unhooked the front clasp of Willow's bra freeing her breasts. Tara captured the nipple again with her teeth. She wrapped her lips around Willow's nipple and started to suck on it while bringing a hand up to tease the other nipple. Willow ran her fingers through the blondes hair and held her to her chest. She had never experienced anything as intense as she was feeling at that moment.

“Yes,” whispered Willow as Tara switched sides and teased the other nipple. Willow reached down and pulled at the blondes shirt. Tara removed her shirt and bra before moving both her and Willow to lay in the middle of the bed.

“Are you sure about this?” she asked.

“Oh yes. I want you,” said Willow pushing Tara on to her back and kissing her way down to the blondes breasts. She teased the nipples with her tongue. Licking and flicking the nipples before capturing them between her lips and sucking gently on them.

Tara was in heaven with what the redhead was doing to her. She used her hands to squeeze and play with the redheads breasts. Tara couldn't contain herself anymore and she flipped them over so she was on top and kissed the redhead soundly on the lips before making her way slowly down to Willow's stomach. She heard Willow's breath catch and she was about to stop when she felt Willow's hips rise. Tara cautiously lowered Willow's sweatpants below her knees and the redhead kicked them off from there. Tara could smell Willow's arousal and it turned her on even more. Tara looked at Willow and then removed her own sweatpants. Willow stared at Tara.

“You are the most beautiful woman in the world,” said Willow as she sat up captured Tara's lips with her own and wrapped her arms around the blonde holding her close. Willow ran her hand down and across Tara's underwear.

“That feels so good,” said Tara.

Willow slowly started to remove the blondes last item of clothing. Tara's breath caught as she felt herself being undressed. She moved her hands and removed Willow's underwear as well. Once they were both naked they began to hungrily allow their eyes to trail up and down the others body.

“You are so gorgeous,” said Tara as she laid Willow down and covered the redheads body with her own. They both moaned at the feeling of their naked bodies together. Tara kissed Willow roughly, thrusting her tongue into the redheads mouth. Their bodies began to move together. Arching and grinding.

Tara ran a hand down the redheads body and stopped at the copper curls. She pulled back and looked deep into Willow's eyes. Seeing only desire she moved her hand between Willow's legs keeping eye contact to take in Willow's first sensations. She felt the heat and wetness from Willow's desire. Tara touched Willows center, feeling the aroused nub. Her touch caused Willow to throw her head back into the pillows and let out a whimper.

“Oh...yes...” panted Willow.

Tara continued to play with Willow's center making her moan louder. Tara leaned over and kissed the redhead. As her tongue entered Willow's mouth she slowly inserted one finger inside the redhead. Willow gasped at the feeling of Tara inside her. She rocked her hips as Tara started to thrust in and out adding a second.

“Oh Tara,” panted Willow. “Don't stop...that...feels...so...amazing,” panted Willow as her hips began to move faster and Tara adjusted her hand so that she was able to use her thumb to apply pressure to Willow's clit.

“You feel so good,” said Tara as she continued thrusting inside Willow. She could feel Willow getting closer to the edge. The walls starting to flutter around her fingers. “You are so close aren't you?”

“Oh yes...so close...right there...right...oh yes,” said Willow she was so close. She had never felt like this with Oz. Willow never knew that her body could feel these sensations.

Tara felt Willow tighten around her fingers, she felt her go over the edge. Tara leaned down and gave Willow a searing kiss as she came. Tara helped Willow ride out the orgasm as long as she could. Just as Willow was coming down Tara felt herself entered with two fingers. She had been so focused on Willow that she hadn't felt the redheads hand sliding down between their bodies.

“Oh yes,” she exclaimed and felt Willow moving in and out. “Oh, don't stop...”

“You feel so good,” said Willow. She adjusted her hand the way she felt Tara and she was able to apply pressure to Tara's clit while she thrust inside her. “You are so wet...so hot.”

“Willow...mmmm...you make me that way,” panted Tara as she felt herself about to orgasm.

Willow felt the walls inside Tara spasm and then Tara called out her name as she went over the edge. Willow rode out the powerful orgasm inside the blonde. Once Tara came down from the orgasm she collapsed next to Willow panting and trying to get her breath.

“That...was amazing,” said Willow leaning over and kissing the blonde.

“I've never felt anything like that,” admitted Tara pulling back slightly from the kiss.

“Me either,” agreed Willow leaning forward and kissing the blonde soft and slow.

They lay there, bodies pressed together, kissing and whispering to one another. Both were exhausted and they eventually drifted off to sleep.

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Willow woke several hours later. She could feel Tara's naked body against hers, it ignited a fire inside her. She wanted and needed the blonde. She leaned forward and kissed Tara's neck causing her to start to stir.

“Mmmm, you keep that up and I am not responsible for my actions,” warned Tara in a sleepy tone.

“Maybe that is the idea,” said Willow as she started to run her hand down the front of Tara's body and then felt the blonde's hand following hers.

“Together,” Tara said seductively in Willow's ear.

“Please,” said Willow as they started teasing and thrusting until they came together calling out the others name.

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The alarm started to beep. Tara hit the snooze button and smiled as she recalled what had happened the previous evening and into the early morning.

“What has you so happy this morning,” said Willow as she curled up closer to Tara.

“Mmmm, you my sweet, you,” replied Tara kissing the top of Willow's head.

“Why can't it be the weekend and we can just stay in bed?”

“I don't know, but thankfully we are closer to the weekend, it's Friday.”

“But I don't want to get up,” said Willow in a pouting tone.

“My legs still aren't cooperating with what I want them to do. That is all your fault,” teased Tara.

“I will gladly take the blame for that. Although I believe that my legs are having the same issue,” laughed Willow.

“I accept full blame for that.”

The alarm went off again and they both groaned knowing that they had to get up. Slowly they made their way out of bed and into the shower together. They washed one another's hair and body, kissing often and getting distracted. They dried one another off.

“You have the most amazingly gorgeous body,” said Willow leaning close to the blonde.

“So do you,” said Tara closing the distance between her and the redhead and pressing their lips together.

They were just finishing getting dressed when they heard Faith enter the apartment.

“Hey guys,” called Faith when she saw neither girl in the kitchen or living room.

“We aren't going to live this down are we?” asked Willow.

“No, but I will go out first to try to minimize the teasing,” said Tara fearing what Faith was going to say.

“I'll make it up to you later,” Willow said winking at the blonde causing Tara to blush.

Tara left the bedroom closing the door behind herself to give Willow time to finish getting ready and compose herself.

“Morning,” smiled Tara as she entered the kitchen to get a cup of coffee.

“Uh huh...and how was your night?” asked Faith with a knowing grin spreading across her face.

“It was amazing,” said Tara blushing as she tried to hide her smile by taking a sip of her coffee.

“Riiiight. And how has your morning been?” teased Faith.

“Behave...” warned Tara.

“I will, but I just have one question...”

“Uh huh?”

“Was it all you dreamed it would be?”

“Exceeded even my wildest dreams,” smirked Tara as Willow came out of the bedroom.

Faith looked at the redhead and smirked.

“Morning Red,” Faith said in a sing-song voice.

“Morning,” said Willow making herself a cup of coffee.

“Tara was just telling me about your date last night.”

“FAITH,” exclaimed Tara as she saw Willow's eyes go wide.

“What? I can't have a little fun with this? It isn't like I am going to call Buffy and tell her that you two are going to be late to work because you were up having nookie all night...”

“Oh god...thank you for the visual of that playing out,” blanched Willow as Tara quickly put her coffee down and pulled Willow into an embrace glaring at the brunette.

Faith realizing that she had crossed the line and mouthed 'sorry' to Tara.

After a minute Tara released Willow and they got their stuff together and headed out. Willow was exceptionally quiet on the drive to work going directly to her conference room once they arrived.

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“What the hell is wrong with you?” snapped Tara as she closed the conference room door behind her and Faith.

“What? I'm sorry. I didn't realize she would be so sensitive.”

“And if you barely knew someone would you want them discussing your first time with a new person, let alone the first time with a woman?”

“Crap, I'm sorry T, I didn't think about that.”

“She hasn't told Buffy or anyone about us yet. Remember? You and Emily were the first people we told.”

“I'll go talk to her,” said Faith guilt filling her. “Do you want me to fly B up here this weekend and you guys can tell her? Would that help?”

“Give Willow some space. I don't know about flying Buffy up here...I do have us scheduled to go on a whale watching tour on Saturday. Just...I'll talk to Willow in a bit.”

“I'm sorry again. I wasn't thinking...”

“I know,” said Tara torn between the anger she felt for what Faith had done and the fear of how it may impact things between her and Willow.

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“Hello?”

“Em, it's me,” said Faith.

“Hey, what's wrong?”

“What makes you think something is wrong? Can't I call my girlfriend just to hear her sweet voice?” Faith said nervously.

“No, you can't when you sound like you are going to freak out or cry. Talk to me babe,” said Emily.

“I fucked up this morning big time. I think Tara is pissed at me and I know for certain Willow is.”

“What'd you do?”

“When I got to the apartment they weren't ready yet because they had been up late last night doing um adult things. I teased Tara a bit, but I also teased Willow and I took it a step too far. I told her it wasn't like I was going to call Buffy and tell her that they were going to be late because they were up having nookie all night.”

“You didn't?”

“I did,” Faith said sheepishly.

“Yeah babe, you fucked up! Give them time.”

“I feel bad. I told Tara I would fly Buffy up here so that Willow could tell her if it would help. She is going to talk to her.”

“That is a good idea, but don't do it unless Willow okay's it.”

“I won't,” said Faith.

“I love you babe,” said Emily.

“Love you too! Thanks for listening.”

“It will work out Faith. I know it will.”

“Thanks Em. I'll talk to you later.”

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“Hey,” said Tara opening the door where Willow was working.

“Hey,” said Willow softly.

“Faith feels really bad and is really sorry for crossing the line this morning.”

Willow let out a long breath and pinched the bridge of her nose. “I know she didn't mean anything bad by her teasing. I do Tara. I just...I haven't told Buffy yet...we are having this amazing relationship and I haven't shared it with or even clued in a little my best friend.”

“Faith offered to fly Buffy up here this weekend if you wanted to tell her...”

“Why would she do that?”

“Because she feels really bad for this morning and thought that it might help if you were able to tell your best friend. Would it?”

“I can't ask Faith to fly Buffy up here...”

“You aren't Sweetie. She is offering and I think we should take her up on it. I want you to tell your best friend. You allowed me that opportunity to share our relationship with my best friend, let me give you that opportunity too.”

“Okay. Thanks Baby!”

“I'd say let's kiss and make up, but something tells me that Faith wouldn't approve of that here,” giggled Tara.

“I think she made that very clear the other night,” laughed Willow.

“Okay. I will let you get back to work and I will have Faith call Buffy and fly her up here. We can all go whale watching on Saturday.”

“I'd love that. Thanks again Baby. I feel better.”

“Me too,” Tara said winking at the redhead and then closing the door behind her.

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“Hello?”

“Hey Buffy. It is Faith and Tara here,” said Faith through the speaker phone.

“Hey guys. Is Willow okay?” asked Buffy with concern.

“Yeah, but I think she misses you,” said Tara.

“Well, I miss having her around too. Are you guys getting stuff taken care of?”

“Yeah, but we are going to be here until some time next week. Which is why we are calling...”

“Alright?”

“We were wondering if you had plans this weekend or if we could fly you up here to spend some time with Willow?”

“I have no plans,” said Buffy.

“Great. I can make the flight arrangements and you can pick up the ticket at the airport. Can you leave any time tomorrow?”

“Yeah, I have the day off.”

“Awesome,” said Faith. “I'll email you the details. Red is going to be so happy to see you.”

“Great. I will see you guys tomorrow then,” said Buffy.

They hung up and Faith quickly went online and booked a round trip flight for Buffy and emailed her the details. They weren't going to tell Willow what they had arranged yet. Though she knew that Faith had offered, she didn't know if it was going to happen and when.

“Thanks Faith,” said Tara.

“I owe you and Red. I also can imagine how hard it is for her not sharing her new relationship with her best friend. It killed me keeping mine and Emily's a secret from you.”

“No more jokes about our sex life...at least not for a long while,” Tara said sternly.

“Got it. I learned my lesson this morning.”

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Willow was quiet the drive home. Faith had apologized and Willow told her she accepted it, but Tara could tell there was still something going on.

“Will, Sweetie,” said Tara once they were changed and she was getting ready to go make dinner.

“Huh?”

“What's going on?” asked Tara pulling the redhead into her arms.

“My mind has just been really active today. I'm sorry.”

“You have nothing to be sorry about. Talk to me. Tell me what is going on inside your head.”

“It is all jumbled though,” said Willow as they sat down on the couch.

“So, just let it fall out in whatever order and then we'll work together to make it make sense.”

“Okay,” said Willow as she turned to face Tara and took the blondes hands in her own. She looked at Tara and became very nervous.

“Will, I'm your safe place. You can tell me anything,” Tara said softly as she brought their hands up and kissed Willows knuckles on both hands.

“Last night was amazing. I have never felt such intense feeling for someone nor in the physical way either. I mean...oh my god...what you did to me last night. I was floating, I felt like I was in this nether realm watching us from above. Your lips, your hands, you are the most amazing woman I have ever known. I can't believe that you want to be with someone as dorky as me and yet I find myself not wanting to question it. I find myself falling in love with you and I can't stop it and I don't want to stop it...I just want to keep feeling this amazing. Okay maybe I am more than falling but it is soon and I don't want to scare you by telling you that I love you yet, but damn I can't stop this feeling and it is overwhelming and amazing and you are just so special and I don't want to stop working with you because seeing you daily keeps me going and I know that I am going to have to go back to my real job once this stuff is done and we are done with the campaign. I just can't describe what being near you makes me feel,” rapidly babbled Willow realizing what had come out in her babble.

“I felt the same sensations Willow. You touched me in ways I never knew I could be touched. And please, please, please don't stop falling in love with me because then I would have to stop falling in love with you and I don't ever want to stop that. I've never felt more complete than I have since you came into my life,” said Tara looking Willow in the eyes so she could tell she was serious.

Willow sat there stunned. Absorbing all of what Tara had just said.

“You are falling in love with me too?” asked Willow as a giddy grin crossed her face.

“Head over heals...” said Tara smiling at the redhead.

Willow took a deep steadying breath just before she leaned forward and pressed her lips to Tara's and they became lost in one another for the rest of the night.

“I told her I love her and she didn't run...she said she is falling in love with me too. I need to call Buffy...shit, I need to tell Buffy,” thought Willow.

“I'm in love with this woman and she feels the same for me. Life could not get any better. Mama, I found what you meant when you said true happiness was out there,” thought Tara.


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Waking in her lovers arms Willow felt more relaxed and happier than she had ever felt in her life. She was in the arms of someone who she loved and truly loved her back. Yeah, they had said falling in love, but they both knew it was a technicality. Willow leaned over and softly kissed above Tara's heart. As she did she felt Tara's heart beat speed up and she felt her own do the same.

“Good morning,” said Tara feeling Willow kiss her chest area.

“Morning beautiful,” said Willow. “We should get up, and thank you for last night.”

“My pleasure, and it truly was,” said Tara blushing.

They got up and Tara received a call from Faith, she told her that she was going to pick Buffy up in a couple of hours so Tara made sure that they got ready for the day. Faith stopped by on her way to the airport carrying three large mocha's in a carrier.

“Peace offering,” said Faith handing one to the redhead and another to the blonde. “I'm truly sorry about yesterday.”

“You are forgiven,” said Willow. Nothing, not even the complete embarrassment of the previous day could mar how she was feeling at that moment.

“Thank you,” said Faith.

They drank their coffee and then Faith headed to pick Buffy up at the airport and surprise Willow.

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Oh Branny, you do excellent work with this story. :flower

I hope Buffy's ok with the recent development...

Can't hardly wait for the next update. I just seem to drop everything every time I see you've updated 'Meant to be'. :)

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Happy New Year!

What a lovely update. The sex was quite lovely to read. I'm glad that Willow wasn't all "is this right?" and "I've never done this" but let her instincts guide her and obviously did great. Did they never eat dinner? I'd be getting up out of bed after for some dinner but that's just me. Poor Faith. I'm glad that Buffy's coming to visit and I know she will be happy for her friend.

Yeah... that "I'm falling in love" with you bit is basically like saying "I love you but I'm not ready to say those words just yet". Tee hee.

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Phantasyland: Happy New Year!! I am very glad you are enjoying the story. Wow, dropping everything when you see my updates - :grin I love to hear that. I hope you enjoy this update... :glasses


JustSkipIt: Happy New Year! I am glad you liked the update. They did not eat dinner, but hopefully they had large lunches. :wink

I agree, anyone who says “I'm falling in love” means  "I love you but I'm not ready to say those words just yet". Though it is nice to hear! It is WAY better than - “I love you, but I'm not in love with you...” that one is harder to take.

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating:  PG-13 – NC-17 this chapter
Author:  Branny72
Feedback:  Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 18


Faith stood outside the crowded terminal waiting for Buffy to come off the plane. She knew that Willow had forgiven her for the previous day, but the guilt was still there. She also felt some guilt that Willow and Tara had told her and Emily before anyone else. Emily had told her that no matter what someone was going to be the first to know and someone the second to know and that she had no control over that.

“Faith,” called Buffy as she came into the terminal seeing the brunette lost in thought.

“Hey B! How was your flight?”

“Not too bad. I'm glad it was short.”

“Well, Willow knows that I was going to try to fly you in this weekend, but she has no clue when or if you were going to be arriving. I thought we could surprise her.”

“That sounds like a good fun to me.”

They made their way to the car and discussed what was going on with the gym and the preparations for the upcoming self-defense classes that Buffy was going to teach at TDM as they drove to meet Willow and Tara.

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“Hey Sweetie,” said Tara as she entered the living room where Willow was playing on her laptop.

“Hi Baby,” said Willow with a smile.

“What did you want to do today? Did you still want to go on the whale watching tour?”

“Yeah, I'd love to do that. It sounds like a lot of fun.”

Willow set her laptop aside and Tara sat down next to her and they started to plan their day and discuss some work since they were hoping to finish up early or mid week to get back to Sunnydale.

“So, how is the network stuff going?” asked Tara.

“I have a good portion of it done. I'm trying to decide what to work on next since most of what I have left will take a full day and I can't start and stop it. How are things going for you two?”

“Well we've identified the troublemakers and now we are trying to set up a performance plan. I don't want to have to fire anyone. These people, well, I've known a lot of them since Dad opened this office years ago.”

“I can't imagine how hard this is for you,” sympathized Willow kissing the blondes hand.

“It is one of the things I hate most about being in management.”

“I know you will do the right thing and make sure that both those involved and the companies needs are met. You are very fair Ms. Maclay.”

“You're just saying that because...”

“Don't finish that statement,” said Willow smiling and leaning in to kiss the blonde.

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“Tara was going to distract Willow this morning so she wouldn't know anything was up,” said Faith as they entered the apartment building.

“Why the big surprise?” asked Buffy.

“I'll explain later or Willow can,” said Faith as they turned the corner and knocked on the apartment door. Willow answered. “Hey guys! Look who I found wandering the streets of Seattle.”

Faith and Buffy entered the apartment while Willow stood there stunned to see her best friend.

“Buffy,” Willow said and hugged her best friend tightly.

“Hey Wills,” said Buffy seeing smiles on both Tara and Faith's face.

“What are you doing here?”

“I heard you were missing little me,” said Buffy.

“Faith, thank you,” said Willow as she broke her hug with her roommate and turned to face both Faith and Tara.

“I owed you,” smiled Faith winking in Willow's direction.

“Now, if you two will excuse us we have some plans to take care of for this afternoon and dinner tonight,” said Tara.

“You were in on this too? Is that why you were so curious about how things were going? To distract me?”

“Guilty,” said Tara giving Willow a lopsided smile. “Now you two enjoy some time together and instead of whale watching we'll hit the Burke Museum and then Chihuly Garden and Glass before dinner at the Space Needle?”

“Can we sit on the side?” asked Willow bouncing up and down.

“I will call and see if I can get us a table on the side,” laughed Tara.

“Awesome. Thank you both,” said Willow as Faith and Tara left.

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“I think that went over well,” said Faith.

“Yeah, now she gets to have the fun conversation with Buffy about us...”

“At least she is going to get a conversation, I had to walk in on you two,” laughed Faith. “Buffy will be happy for you both. She wants Willow to be happy and anyone can see that she is. Now Buffy is just going to know WHY she is so happy.”

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Willow put Buffy's bag in her room and then returned to the living room.

“I can't believe you're here,” said Willow.

“Faith and Tara said you were missing me. I kind of got the impression there is more going on and you needed to talk.”

“Ever the perceptive one, Buff.”

“So talk to me,” said Buffy as they grabbed some coffee from the kitchen and went and sat out on the secluded patio. “This place is amazing.”

“Yeah, Tara said that TDM keeps it for clients who they are wooing and for when management needs to come in to town.”

“So, where is Faith staying if you and Tara are staying here? You can't all be staying here together.”

“Faith's girlfriend lives here in Seattle. She has been staying with Emily.”

“Wait, Faith has a girlfriend?”

“Yeah, she is really nice. Tara wasn't too fond of her so Faith had kept it a secret that they were dating.”

“Wow, drama and you haven't even been here a full week,” laughed Buffy.

“Yeah,” agreed Willow fidgeting.

“What's bothering you Will?”

“I um, have something to tell you...damn this was easier Monday when I didn't have to say it.”

“Monday? Huh?”

“Buffy, TaraandIaredatingandhavebeensincethenightwhenOzcameback...” Willow blurted out.

“I'm sorry, repeat that slowly and clearly.”

“I said that Tara and I are dating and have been since the night when Oz came back,” said Willow and then she allowed it to process through Buffy's mind.

“Seriously?”

“Yeah. It was my decision to keep it quiet, but then with Faith picking us up daily and everything we told Faith and Emily Monday well kind of told her...after she walked in on us kissing...and it has been killing me not to tell you. And I couldn't tell you over the phone this was an in-person thing and that is why it seemed like I needed to talk because I did and I needed to tell you about Tara and I...”

“You and Tara?”

“Yeah.”

“And you are happy?”

“Happy doesn't begin to describe it. We just click so well, and then there is the way that I feel when she looks at me or kisses me. Oz never even sparked feelings like this when he and I were together. I am in love with her Buffy and she is in love with me too. We didn't plan it or anything, but we just, it just happened.”

“Wow, so, you are um in love?” asked Buffy as she started to play with her coffee mug.

“You're freaked aren't you?”

“No, Willow. I'm not freaked Willow. I'm just trying to process it all Willow.”

“Why do you keep saying my name like that?”

“Like what Willow? Oh. Sorry. Okay, I'm not freaked that you love Tara, she is pretty hot and sweet. I'm shocked that you have kept this from me. Or that you were able to – you suck at keeping secrets Will.”

“I'm sorry Buffy. I just wanted to have her to myself for a while before we became known as an US.”

“I get it,” smiled Buffy. “So gimme details...”

Willow spent the next bit explaining how they had gotten together, their first kiss, how when she and Faith came into the conference room at TDM they had almost busted them kissing and that Faith scolded Tara pretty good on Monday for that. She also told Buffy how Faith found out by walking in on her and Tara kissing in the kitchen.

“I'm happy for you Willow. So, has this gone beyond the kissing stage?” asked Buffy as they both blushed.

“Yeah um...that is part of why Faith flew you up here. Thursday night Tara and I had a date, well, we had planned to have a date, but we started kissing and then we well...”

“Oh, so that was the first time?”

“Yeah. Oh my god Buffy it was beyond amazing,” gushed Willow. “Friday morning we were running behind because we showered together and sort of got distracted. Well Faith teased us and crossed a line. Flying you up here is her making up for what she said.”

“What did she say?”

“She told me it wasn't like she was going to call you and tell you that Tara and I were going to be late for work because we were up all night having nookie. It made me upset because you are my best friend and I was having this amazing relationship, I am in love, and I hadn't told you a single thing about it,” Willow said looking at the ground.

“Willow,” started Buffy lifting her friends chin up so that they were looking one another in the eyes. “You have nothing to be guilty or upset about. I just want you to be happy. I have noticed that you are very happy when it comes to Tara. I thought it was just because you were spending time together, but now I see that it is because she has touched your heart.”

“I am happy Buffy...”

“I see that, you are sporting one goofy ass grin right now,” laughed Buffy.

“Well, now that you know...I feel tons better.”

“I'm glad you were finally ready to tell me. I will kick her ass if she hurts you though,” said Buffy smirking.

“I know,” laughed Willow.

“So, what else have you been up to here?” asked Buffy.

“Well, we went out a few times and had fun, but it hasn't been all good. We ran into Tara's ex Erin at the bar on Wednesday night.”

“The one that hurt her? Also, you went out to a bar? Who are you and what have you done with my best friend!”

“Yeah the one that hurt her. Faith dealt with her though. And yes, I had to work late and met Tara and Faith at the bar after I got done.”

“That's good that Faith took care of her. I can't wait to see you and Tara together,” said Buffy smiling.

“I'll text her and tell her it is safe to come back,” said Willow pulling out her phone and sending a message to Tara.

“So, does that mean that there is a spare room for me or am I on the couch?”

“You get the spare room. I've been sleeping in Tara's room since we got here,” admitted Willow blushing.

“Go Willow,” said Buffy as they heard the apartment door close. They grabbed their coffee cups and moved inside.

“Hi,” said Tara unsure of how things had gone.

“Hi Baby,” said Willow walking over and kissing Tara and wrapping an arm around her waist.

The three sat down in the living room. Willow and Tara cuddled on the sofa and Buffy sat in one of the chairs.

“So, Tara, you have stolen my best friends heart,” started Buffy.

“Yeah, and I'm keeping it,” replied Tara confidently.

“You better. I have never seen Willow so happy and I want her to stay that way,” said Buffy smiling at the two women.

“I will do everything in my power to keep her that way.”

“Where's Faith?” asked Willow.

“She went to get Emily so that we can go out to the museum and stuff before our 7 PM reservations at the SkyCity Restaurant at the top of the Space Needle.”

“You got us reservations?”

“Of course,” Tara said as she leaned over and kissed Willow softly. They had forgotten Buffy was sitting there.

Buffy coughed and then laughed as both Willow and Tara blushed several dark shades of red.

“Sorry,” they said as Buffy laughed harder.

“Don't be. If you two weren't so cute, then you would have a reason to be sorry.”

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“I want to go check out the Erna Gunther Ethnobotanical Garden,” said Emily as they grabbed a map of the museum.

“Um, what's that?” asked Faith.

“They have more than 100 species of plants from the Cascades.”

“You want to go look at a bunch of plants?”

“I allowed myself to be a bath toy for a whale just so you could go whale watching, you can drag your happy ass to see some plants for me,” said Emily.

“Yes dear,” answered Faith causing the others to giggle.

“Hey Buffy, they have an archaeology exhibit. Remember that Inca Mummy report we did in High School?” asked Willow.

“Don't remind me – I had nightmares for a month because of that creepy chick,” said Buffy.

“That sounds like a good story,” laughed Faith.

“We aren't going there unless Tara is going to let Willow sleep in my bed until the nightmares go away,” said Buffy.

“Nuh uh, she already has a place to sleep,” said Tara taking hold of Willow's hand causing the others to laugh.

“I gotta agree with her Buffy – nuh uh,” said Willow.

“New subject...lets check out the Paleontology stuff too,” said Tara. “I always liked looking at the fossils and imagining what it was like back when those animals roamed around.”

“That was cheesy Maclay,” laughed Faith.

“Shut it or I am going to convince Emily to leave you in with the plants,” taunted Tara.

“Do we need to separate you two?” asked Buffy.

“Maybe,” said Tara sticking her tongue out at Faith.

“Don't tease it isn't nice,” said Faith.

“In your dreams,” said Tara.

“Damn well better not be,” said Emily smiling.

“I second that,” said Willow.

“Oh brother,” said Buffy wondering what she was in for being the sole single and straight person in the bunch.

They wondered around the museum making sure to hit all areas that people wanted to see. They decided head over to the Woodland Park Zoo since they still had plenty of time before their reservations and the Chihuly was at the base of the Space Needle.

“This place is huge,” said Buffy looking at the map of the zoo as they entered from the North parking lot.

“Yeah, it definitely makes Sunnydale Zoo look pretty bad.”

“Whatever we don't see today we can come back and see tomorrow,” said Tara.

“Is this going to take away from your Sunnydale Zoo tour?” asked Willow.

“No Sweetie,” said Tara pulling Willow into her arms. “That tour was special because it was us, and it was when I got to know you and started to fall in love with you.”

“Gag me,” said Faith.

“That can still be arranged,” said Willow before kissing Tara.

“Faith, I know she looks all small and wimpy, but Willow does have some sneak attack skills, I don't know that I would recommend interrupting or making fun of kissie time,” said Buffy laughing at Faith.

“Listen to her,” Willow said as she broke out of her kiss with Tara.

“Babe, didn't you do enough to get yourself in trouble this week...do you really need to push it?” asked Emily.

“I guess n...you have got to be kidding me,” said Faith as everyone turned to see what she was looking at and there was Erin headed their way.

“Keep walking Erin,” said Emily as Erin got closer.

“Why must you be so rude Em? I just wanted to say hi to Tara and talk with her,” said Erin in a placating tone.

“This really isn't a good time,” said Faith putting herself between Erin and Tara.

“My Tara what your new friends must think of me with how these two are acting.”

“Not today, please Erin. We are trying to have a nice day out,” said Tara.

“Hi, I'm Erin. Tara's first real love,” said Erin extending her hand towards Willow and Buffy.

“Gathered that, move on,” said Buffy coldly as Willow pulled Tara closer to her.

“My what a rude bunch. Tara, I hope we can sit down and catch up sometime soon,” said Erin as she smiled and walked away from the group.

“Bitch,” said Faith under her breath.

“Willow, you know that I want nothing to do with her right?” asked Tara.

“Yeah, I know. I may be insecure on a lot of things, us, I'm not. I know how right it feels,” said Willow.

“I repeat, who are you and what have you done with my best friend,” said Buffy.

“I trust her Buffy. I trust what I feel inside for her and from her. I know that Erin isn't a threat.”

“Damn, Tara where have you been all her life?” laughed Buffy.

“That was so romantic,” said Emily. “Why don't you say romantic stuff like that?”

“Because you don't look at me like that,” said Faith pointing towards Tara who was lost in Willows eyes.

“How long do you think they will stay like that if we let them?” asked Buffy.

“I'm guessing hours,” said Emily.

“I'll get the hose, you get the snow cones,” said Buffy.

“Do it and I bring up the Inca again,” said Willow not taking her eyes off the blonde.

“Rude!”

“Let's go before the bitty decides to come back,” said Faith.

The group started to walk towards the Snowy Owl.

“It reminds me of Hedwig from Harry Potter,” said Willow as they got closer.

“Awww, too cute,” said Emily.

The group checked out the Bears, River Otter, Fox, Mountain Goat to which Willow did her best impression of the noise the goat makes, then the Sea Eagle and past the Elk to the Wolves.

“You are such a pretty puppy,” said Buffy to the wolf in a playful tone.

“Buffy, that is a wolf not a puppy,” said Tara.

“I know, but he looks like a pretty puppy.”

“Buffy, you are embarrassing me,” said Willow.

“Tough,” said Buffy sticking her tongue out.

“Lets keep moving children,” said Faith.

They spent a lot of time at the Wallaby exhibit. Tara told them about when her family went on vacation in Australia and she got to see the Wallaby in the wild.

“That is too cool T. Why didn't I know you went to Australia?” asked Faith.

“It was just before we moved to Boston and we met.”

“So, is there a continent that you haven't been on?” asked Emily.

“Antarctica,” laughed Tara. “My Dad liked to travel and take us with. Donnie and I were mostly home schooled so we could learn from anywhere.”

“That is too cool. I wish my Mom would have done that with Dawn and I. Although, the thought of being schooled at home with that brat – ew,” said Buffy doing a full body shiver.

“She isn't that bad Buffy,” said Willow.

“Yes, because you aren't her sister you can say that,” retorted Buffy.

They looked at the time and decided to stop there and finish the zoo the following day and go change and get ready for dinner before going to the Chihuly Garden and Glass.

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Buffy went to shower in her room, Willow and Tara decided to shower separately to avoid being picked on. Tara went first and then went to wait for the other two in the living room.

“Hey Baby,” said Willow coming out and walking into the living room.

“Hey Sweetie,” said Tara as Willow sat down next to her and kissed her.

“Mmmm,” said Willow running her hand through Tara's hair and pulling her closer.

“Hey Wi...nevermind,” said Buffy as she walked out of the bedroom to find Willow and Tara kissing on the couch.

Pulling back from the kiss Willow looked back toward Buffy. “What's up?”

“I was just going to ask if this looked okay for tonight or not,” said Buffy.

Willow and Tara looked over and they both nodded their agreement.

“You look great Buffy,” said Tara.

There was a knock at the door and Tara opened it to find Emily and Faith standing there.

“You ready to go?” asked Faith.

“Yep,” said Tara as they all headed out to the car and to the Chihuly.

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“Those exhibits were amazing,” said Willow as they headed out of the Chihuly Garden and Glass to make their reservation at the SkyCity Restaurant.

“I've lived here for years and haven't ever been in there before,” said Emily.

“What was your favorite Sweetie?” asked Tara.

“I'm torn between the Sealife Room and the Glass Forest. How about you?” asked Willow.

“Those are awesome, but I like the Persian Ceiling best,” said Tara.

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After dinner they went to look out of the Observation Deck. Tara came up behind Willow and wrapped her arms around her and Willow leaned into the embrace.

“Today has been amazing,” Tara said softly into Willow's ear.

“Yeah, it has been,” said Willow turning her head and kissing the side of Tara's head.

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“They're cute together,” Buffy said to Faith and Emily as they watched Tara and Willow on the Observation Deck.

“Yeah, and I have to say Tara seems really happy,” replied Faith.

“So does Willow. Which they both need and deserve,” said Buffy.

“How long are you two going to leave them alone?” asked Emily.

“Just a bit longer. I want to see if they notice if we're still around,” laughed Faith.

“My money is on no, but who knows.”

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“Do you think they left without us yet?” asked Willow still cuddled within Tara's embrace.

“Not yet, but they may in a bit. I just want to enjoy the us time while we have it.”

“You'll get no objections from me on that,” giggled Willow as Tara pulled her even closer.

They continued to look out over Seattle and enjoy the closeness the others were allowing them. After some time had passed Tara decided that they should join the others. Faith did fly Buffy all the way up there to see them and they were ignoring her.

“Hey,” said Tara as she and Willow made their way over to the group.

“Well, look who decided to come back and join the party,” teased Faith.

“You two looked very coupley over there,” smiled Buffy.

“That was the idea,” smiled Willow. “So, now what you like to do?”

“I'm beat,” said Emily.

“Yeah, I'm not used to getting up early on Saturday's and well, I didn't think the surprise would work if I were to have told Buffy to take a bus or cab to your place,” said Faith.

“Well, I'm good with going back to the apartment, getting comfortable, and watching a movie,” said Buffy.

“Works for us,” said Tara. “We are still on for the rest of the zoo tomorrow though right?”

“Hell yes,” said Faith and Emily together.

Faith and Emily dropped Buffy, Willow, and Tara off at the apartment. The three went up and decided on a movie to watch. Buffy went into the spare room to change while Willow and Tara went into the Master bedroom to change.

Tara had pulled her shirt off and was working to put on her pajama shirt when she felt Willow wrap her arms around her from behind and run her hands over Tara's bare stomach and up towards her breasts.

“Your skin is so soft,” said Willow as she placed soft feathering kisses on Tara's bare shoulder.

“That feels really good,” moaned Tara.

“I can't seem to keep my hands to myself when it comes to you,” smiled Willow as she released the blonde and helped her into her shirt and was rewarded with a kiss.

“I think we need to get moving or Buffy is going to think we are doing other things,” said Tara and Willow nodded in agreement.

They finished getting changed and reached the living room at the same time as Buffy. Willow excused herself to go get them all drinks.

“So, what movie are we going to watch tonight?” asked Buffy snuggling in to the overstuffed chair.

“Well, we have access to just about anything,” said Tara.

“How about 'The Words' with Bradley Cooper?” suggested Willow.

“I haven't seen it yet Sweetie. Is it good?”

“What is that one about Will?” asked Buffy.

“IMDB says, 'A writer at the peak of his literary success discovers the steep price he must pay for stealing another man's work.' I haven't seen it either, but I heard it was good.”

“Sounds great, lets watch that then,” Tara said as she used the blu-ray player to log into Netflix to stream the movie.

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They watched the movie and then called it a night. Buffy went and slept in her room, Willow and Tara went to theirs.

“Thank you for helping Faith get Buffy up here,” said Willow as they crawled into to bed.

“It was her idea Sweetie, I just scolded her for being an ass,” smiled Tara as she lay on her back and pulled the redhead into her arms.

“Tara, is it bad that I'm dreading going back to Sunnydale?” asked Willow after several minutes of silence.

“Why is that Sweetie?” asked Tara concern in her tone.

Willow propped herself up on her elbow and looked Tara directly in the eyes. “Because, I am going to miss being able to kiss you whenever I want at night, falling asleep in your arms, and waking in your arms.”

“I'm going to miss it too,” said Tara as she pulled Willow closer and kissed her soundly.

They lay there kissing for a long time before Willow decided she needed more.

“Will, Buffy is just down the hall,” panted Tara as Willow worked to remove their clothes.

“Then...we...need...to...be...quiet,” said Willow punctuating each word with several kisses.

“Oh god, yes,” said Tara as Willow worked her way down the blondes neck and now naked body.

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Morning arrived and Willow and Tara woke, their naked bodies entwined together.

“Good morning,” Tara said kissing Willow soft and sensually.

“Mmmm, good morning,” said Willow when they broke the kiss. “Last night was incredible.”

“Every night with you is incredible,” said Tara kissing the redhead again. “Is Buffy an early riser?”

“What time is it?” asked Willow.

“Um, 8:30,” said Tara.

“I'm guessing Buffy is already up, had her run, showered and is making or has made coffee,” smiled Willow.

“Then I guess we should get dressed and go find out.”

“Don't wanna,” pouted Willow.

“Sweetie, Faith and Emily will be here by 10 to get us to head back to the zoo. Hopefully this time it will be Erin free.”

“Why don't you shower and I'll put my PJ's on again and go see what Buffy is up to. Then when you are ready I'll come get ready.”

“Sounds good,” said Tara kissing Willow one last time before getting up and tossing the redhead her clothes as she teasingly walked to the bathroom to shower.

“Tease!”

“Yep, and damn proud of it,” smiled Tara before closing the door.

Willow put on her pajamas and headed out to see what her roommate was up to.

“Morning Buffy,” said Willow as she rounded the corner to the kitchen to see the blonde making coffee.

“Morning Wills,” smirked Buffy. “How are you doing this morning?”

“Great, how are you? Have you been up long?”

“I'm good. I got up at my usual time 5:30, I went for a really nice run. They have some great sites around here for runners. I got back and showered and got dressed. I was trying to wait, but I needed coffee. I hope it is okay that I...”

“Of course it is okay. Sorry we slept so late,” said Willow.

“It's okay Will. You two were up late,” smirked Buffy.

“You heard?” squeaked Willow.

“Just when I went to get a bottle of water.”

“Please don't let Tara know,” blushed Willow.

“You being that shade of red is going to clue her in more than I ever could.”

“Sorry...”

“Are you apologizing for blushing or for me hearing?” asked Buffy.

“You hearing.”

“Don't. It was 5 seconds and as long as you are happy, I'm happy for you,” said Buffy pulling her friend into a hug.

“Thanks Buffy,” said Willow pouring three cups of coffee and proceeding to make each one to the liking of the person that it was meant for. She passed Buffy her cup and just as she finished with Tara's she entered the kitchen.

“Morning,” said Tara.

“Good morning,” smiled Buffy.

“Mmmm, coffee,” said Tara kissing Willow softly as the redhead handed her the cup she had made.

“I'm going to go get ready,” said Willow seeing a smirk on Buffy's face as she left the room.

“Did you sleep well?” asked Tara.

“Yeah, and I had an amazing run. This city is awesome.”

“I loved living here when I was a kid and then for the year before coming to Sunnydale.”

“How'd you end up in Sunnydale?”

“Dad wanted a place in California so he told me to pick a place and I was just drawn to the town name.”

“Wow, lucky for Willow,” smiled Buffy.

“More lucky for me. She is so amazing,” said Tara as a dreamy school girl look overcame her face.

“Oh brother, you have it bad for her don't you,” laughed Buffy as Tara nodded and they moved to the living room.

Willow joined them shortly after and they drank coffee and talked about what exhibits they wanted to make sure to hit at the zoo.

“Ladies,” said Faith loudly letting herself and Emily into the apartment.

“Dammit Faith I told you to stop using the key like that,” said Tara.

“Yeah, I know but then I couldn't scare you and Red and that is fun for me,” laughed Faith.

“Alright, who is ready for the zoo,” asked Emily trying to shift the conversation.

“I am,” said Buffy trying to help her.

“Let's get going,” said Willow taking Tara's hand and leading her towards the door.

“Alright, zoo time it is!”

With that the group headed out of the apartment and off to the zoo.

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Woohoo! Dibsety-dibs again! :grin

So, Branny72, you say you've never been to Seattle?!?! Sounded like you'd be walkin'/drivin' us in your hometown. Pretty impressive! :clap

Keep up with the good work, Gurl!

-s, who loves this fic :bigkiss

ps. I quit smoking as a New Year's Resolution, and been having these funny dreams lately. Like last night, Tara offered me an espresso in a rainy bar... I'd like that! :)

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Hi Branny

Just found this and read the whole way through. AU's are my fave stories so I was thrilled when I started reading. It's a really nice change to see Tara with a loving and supportive family. Faith as head of HR? Brilliant choice! She's honest and doesn't accept bullshit. I love how Tara's father knew right away that she was crushing on Willow, goes to show how close a family they are. I loved the poo flinging monkey at the zoo - too funny!

Can't wait for more, I see more zoo adventures coming in the next so keep up the good work.

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Phantasyland: Congratulations on the quitting smoking!! Keep it up!! Tara offering you espresso in a rainy bar...I can think of worse dreams!! And no, I have never been to Seattle, or most of the places I write about. I just do A LOT of research. :sighagain
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kimmy_s: :bigwave Thank you for taking the time to read my story!! I thought with Faith's directness she would be good at HR. As for the monkeys and their poo flinging...who hasn't seen that at the zoo?! I hope you continue to enjoy how the story progresses. :sigh

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating:  PG-13 – NC-17
Author:  Branny72
Feedback:  Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 19

Traffic was heavier than anticipated it being on the way to the zoo. The group discussed what animals they each wanted to see and made sure that they all were going to keep track of the time so they could get Buffy to the airport before her flight.

“So, do you think you will be back this week?” Buffy asked Willow.

“Yeah, I think on Wednesday sometime I'll be done and coming home.”

“Are you and Faith coming home then too, Tara?”

“I think it will be Thursday or Friday before I leave,” answered Tara sadly.

“I'll be coming back next Sunday,” said Faith. Everyone saw Emily's face drop slightly at this statement.

“So T,” said Faith trying to change the subject. “When are you going to tell Donnie and your Dad about you and Willow?”

“We haven't really discussed as to when that was going to happen or how.”

“Oh, Will, did you tell Tara that Mom really wants her to come for dinner sometime so she can meet her?” asked Buffy excitedly.

“Yeah, I told her that night when we talked that I wanted her to meet your Mom. We both know she is more of a parent than my own parents are.”

“Whoa, wait. Tara, you are going to meet Willow's pseudo-Mom?” giggled Faith and Emily.

“Yeah, I told her I would and I'm excited about it.”

“You are?” asked a surprised Buffy.

“Well, yeah. I know how important your Mom is to Willow and I want to get to know all those who are important to her,” Tara said squeezing Willow's hand and then leaning over and kissing her quickly.

“Awww, you two are just too cute,” said Emily.

“We know,” laughed Willow trying to hide her blushing.

“Em, honey, if you keep telling them that they are going to keep kissing and then I am going to lose my breakfast,” said Faith teasingly.

“Deal with it,” smiled Emily.

“So Will, are you ready to meet Tara's family?” asked Buffy.

“Um, Buff, I work for them. I've already met them. Remember? Her brother, my boss?”

“You met them on a professional level, are you ready to meet them on a personal level?”

Willow thought about what Buffy had just said and the implications caused her to pale.

“Sweetie, they already adore you. Once they see how happy we are together, that is all that will matter,” said Tara noticing Willow's color change.

“Are you sure? What if they don't think I'm good enough? Or smart enough? What if they don't like that I work for the company? Oh god, I hadn't thought about any of this. What happens if you and I have a fight? What if I screw up at work on something and then I have to see them outside of work? Oh god...” babbled Willow rapidly.

“Sweetie,” Tara tried to interrupt the redheads babble.

“Tara, what happens then? I mean I love you and I don't want to lose you. You are so close to your family and if they don't like me...they...they will tell you to dump me and then I'll lose you and I don't want to lose y...” continued Willow before she was silenced by Tara pressing her lips to hers. The kiss started as a peck to stop the redhead's babble, but deepened some in order for Tara to calm Willow's nerves. After a few moments they broke apart. Everyone in the car tried to give them some space after Willow's meltdown.

“Willow, relax. My Dad and Brother already adore you. Us dating isn't going to change that. You make me happy, that is all that is going to matter to them.”

“But...” started Willow and she was silenced as Tara put a finger on her lips.

“You make me happy, even if they didn't like you, I love you and that is what matters. You are dating me, not my Brother or my Father. Got it?”

They stared into each others' eyes for a long moment before Faith parked the car at the Zoo.

“We'll...give you two a couple more minutes and meet you at the entrance,” said Faith handing Tara the keys as the others got out of the car.

“Baby, I'm sorry for freaking out. I just never thought about me meeting your family on that level. I just thought about how I wanted to share you with everyone in my life, but I never thought about you sharing me with people in your life.”

“Willow, it's okay, really. I get it,” said Tara before pulling Willow into a secure embrace. “We can talk about this stuff later. Lets go and enjoy some time with the others.”

“I'm sorry,” said Willow.

“You said you loved me,” said Tara with a goofy grin on her face.

“I did and I do, and you said it too, I love you,” said Willow leaning forward and capturing Tara's lips.

“I love you too,” said Tara into the kiss.

They kissed for a couple of minutes and then composed themselves and got out of the car, locked it, Tara took Willow's hand, smiled her special lopsided smile, and they headed towards the others.

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“Is that sort of freak out normal for Willow?” Faith asked Buffy.

“Unfortunately it is. I mean she doesn't freak out often, but she over thinks things really quick.”

“Yeah, that was quick,” laughed Emily as they approached the entrance.

“So, what are your thoughts on Willow and Tara?” asked Faith.

“Willow is happy. Tara doesn't strike me as the type to cheat or treat her poorly. I'm honestly happy for her. I do however want to get to know Tara better and well, you two as well. I need to make sure my best friend is making good choices. What do you two think of them?” asked Buffy.

“I think Willow seems like what Tara has been looking for and needing for years. I wish it would have been Willow that she would have met in college and not that bitch Erin,” said Faith.

“Honey, she isn't a part of our life anymore. Let it go,” said Emily as she put a hand on Faith's shoulder to try to get her to relax.

“I just hate that she hurt Tara and now we've run into her twice. It is like we can't get away from her.”

“What is her story anyway?” asked Buffy.

“She's a bitch?” offered Faith.

“I gathered that. How could she use someone like Tara? That is the part that I don't understand.”

“Erin always thought that she was a gift to the world, a goddess as she called herself in high school.”

“Seriously?” scoffed Buffy.

“Oh yes. Her family is good with investments so she never had to work or want for a single thing. Her Dad calls her 'his princess' and her Mom is that classic stereotypical socialite. The type that you see on TV. She wears the tacky furs and has the damn dog in her purse wearing a diamond tiara.”

“Really Babe?” asked Faith trying to hold in the laughter.

“Yep!”

“How did you get to know her?” asked Buffy.

“My parents were or are well off so we ended up in the same parental social circle. The big difference is that my family taught me right and wrong as well as ethics and values. Her's didn't.”

“So when she went to college she thought she was all high and mighty,” said Buffy.

“Yeah B, she did. She saw Tara, who everyone has to admit is hot. She saw it as a conquest and made Tara a project.”

“Well, why did she stay with her so long if she was just using her?”

“Because, Tara gave her stature and credibility. Tara's kind, compassionate, wicked smart, and she can charm the pants off almost anyone. I've seen it.”

“Tara charmed the pants off someone? Literally?”

“Yep and more than once,” laughed Faith as Willow and Tara walked up to the group.

“What is so funny?” asked Willow.

“Faith was just telling us about Tara in college,” giggled Buffy and Emily.

“Please no,” said Tara burying her head in the crook of Willow's neck.

“Sorry T, it slipped out,” blushed Faith.

“I don't believe you,” said Tara as Willow rubbed her back.

“What slipped?” asked Willow.

“Tara used to charm the pants off people. Literally,,” Buffy blurted out.

“Excuse me missy,” said Willow pulling away from Tara a bit laughing. “You have some explaining to do.”

“Not now, not here. Please?” pouted Tara.

“Alright. Now that I'm done freaking out and my girlfriend is bright red, let's go see some animals,” said Willow.

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“I say we start with the penguins,” said Willow as they entered the park.

“Could that be because they are right there,” said Buffy pointing to the penguin exhibit to their right as they entered the zoo.

“Shush,” said Willow sticking her tongue out.

“Don't tease me like that right now,” Tara whispered into Willow's ear causing the redhead to stumble.

“You okay there Will?” asked Buffy.

“Huh? Yeah, sorry, you know me. I'm clumsy.”

Tara stifled a laugh receiving a look from Willow that let her know the redhead would get her back.

“Hey look, a baby penguin,” said Emily pointing to the far side of the exhibit.

“Awwww, I want one,” said Buffy.

“Okay, but it lives in YOUR room,” laughed Willow.

They watched the penguins until the crowd started to grow and then they moved on to the Rainforest Loop. They stopped and watched the Lemurs.

“Hey Red, I think we found your relatives,” joked Faith noticing the Lemurs rusty color had highlights similar to Willows.

“At least they're cute,” smiled Willow.

“So are you,” said Tara wrapping her arms around Willow's waist from behind as Willow leaned into the embrace.

Buffy seeing this smiled at how comfortable Willow and Tara looked together.

“Hey look at the cute little guy in the tree,” called Willow racing ahead of the group to see the animal.

“Tree Kangaroo,” read Tara as she and the others caught up to. “It says they spend most of their time in the trees.”

“It is so cute,” giggled Willow.

“Alright, let's keep moving so that we can get through here before Buffy has to leave,” said Faith. “Also, we are NOT stopping next door. I draw the line at slithering things that can eat my arm or me in one bite.”

Everyone agreed with Faith and they moved on deciding to stop and have lunch at the Rainforest Pavilion.

“Welcome to World Taco, what can I get you?”

“I'll have the Crispy Fish Taco,” said Buffy.

“I'll have the Pork Al Pastor,” said Willow.

“I'll have the same,” said Emily.

“What type of salsa do you want?”

“I'll have black bean and corn salsa,” said Emily.

“I'll have the mango salsa,” said Willow.

“We'll get two of the Korean Tacos,” said Faith.

They got their meals and went and sat down at an open table.

“Oh my god! This is amazing,” said Buffy after taking a bite of her taco.

“What is on there Buff?” asked Willow.

“It is cod, cabbage, mango salsa, cilantro, lime. What's on yours?”

“Emily and I got the Pork Al Pastor. It has spice rubbed pork shoulder, lettuce, cheese, cilantro, I got the mango salsa and she got the black bean and corn salsa,” said Willow.

“We go Korean Tacos. They have chicken with ginger, garlic, korean BBQ, salsa rojas, Asian slaw, cilantro,” added Faith.

“That sounds awesome,” said Willow as Tara offered her a bite of her taco and Willow offered her a bite of her own.

“Mmmm,” they both said.

They finished eating and went to look at the Meerkats and Komodo Dragon.

“That doesn't look like a dragon,” said Buffy.

“What do you mean?” asked Tara.

“I've seen Eragon, Shrek, and all those other movies with dragons in them and they look nothing like that. This looks like a giant gecko. You remember the ones we chased that week we spent in Florida before college.”

“Buffy, that is because those other dragons are make believe dragons and this is a real one,” said Willow.

“Does it spit fire?”

“No,” said Faith giving Buffy that 'are you serious' look.

“Let's go next door and look at the Meerkats,” said Tara.

The group moved over and giggled and watched the Meerkat's popping up from the various holes in the ground.

“We better get going soon or we aren't going to get Buffy to the airport on-time,” said Faith.

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Faith pulled into the unloading area and everyone got out of the car.

“Thank you Faith for flying me up here,” said Buffy hugging the brunette.

“Hey, it was nothing. I owed Willow anyway.”

“It was great to meet you Emily,” said Buffy shaking hands with her.

“It was nice to meet you too. Maybe we can all go out to dinner sometime when I am visiting Faith.”

“I know the perfect spot,” said Buffy.

“Angels,” said Willow, Tara, and Faith in unison.

“Can I help that the eye candy there is amazing and so is the food,” smiled Buffy as Willow rolled her eyes.

Buffy moved to Tara and wrapped her in a giant hug. “Take care of her for me,” whispered Buffy.

“I promise,” said Tara.

“I don't doubt that you will. Thank you for making her so happy,” said Buffy.

“It is truly my pleasure,” said Tara as she pulled back from the embrace and wiggled her eyebrows.

“TMI Tara, TMI,” laughed Buffy as she moved to stand in front of her best friend.

“I love you Will,” said Buffy pulling the redhead into a hug.

“Love you too, Buffy. I'll be home sometime this week.”

“I can't wait. I miss you, and you need to explain to Tara that she is going to have to learn to share you.”

“Nuh uh,” said Tara as she pulled Willow out of the embrace and into her arms. “She is mine, mine, all mine.”

Buffy looked directly at Tara and pouted her most pathetic pout.

“Fine, I'll share just stop the pouting.”

“Yay,” bounced Buffy. “I have to get inside and checked in.”

“Thanks for coming up Buffy. And, thanks for being so understanding about Tara and I,” said Willow taking Tara's hand in her own.

“All I have ever wanted was for you to be happy.”

“I am,” said Willow.

Buffy picked up her bag, one arm hugged Willow again and then headed towards security.

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Willow was quiet as she and Tara cuddled in the backseat of the car while Faith drove them back to the apartment.

“You okay Sweetie?” Tara asked Willow softly.

“Huh? Yeah, sorry. I got lost in thought,” said Willow.

“I'll pick you two up tomorrow morning,” said Faith as she pulled up to the curb in front of the apartment.

“Sounds good. Thanks again for flying Buffy up here,” said Willow.

“It was fun. I'll see you tomorrow,” said Faith as Tara waved to them and they left.

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Tara plopped down on the couch and motioned for Willow to cuddle with her. Willow moved to the couch and positioned herself so she was laying between Tara's legs with her head on Tara's chest. Tara wrapped her arms around Willow holding her close.

“Can we stay like this for the rest of the day?” asked Tara.

“We could,” said Willow as she adjusted so she was leaning with her lips inches away from Tara. “Although I was hoping that would could find a way to be closer with less clothes.”

Willow leaned forward closing the distance and pressing her lips to Tara's causing the blonde to moan. Their lips and tongues moving together as Tara pulled Willow's body tighter to her own. Their hips started to rock as the kisses continued.

“Less clothes...oh...god...yes,” panted Tara.

Willow moved to kissing along Tara's jawline and down to her neck and started to suck on her pulse point. Tara tilted her head allowing Willow better access to her neck.

“You're skin tastes so good,” groaned Willow running her tongue up Tara's neck and around the edge of her ear and sucked on her earlobe.

“I...goddess that feels...good,” panted Tara.

Willow eased her hand under the edge of Tara's shirt and up her stomach to cup Tara's breast. Tara arched into Willow's hand. Willow could feel Tara's nipple harden in the palm of her hand and it stretched the lace of her bra.

“I love you,” whispered Willow before sucking on Tara's bottom lip as her fingers undid the front clasp of Tara's bra.

“I love you too,” whispered Tara.

The pants and whispers were interrupted when Tara's phone went off.

“With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open”


“Dad,” Tara said under her breath as she was reaching for the phone. Willow positioned herself at the other end of the couch. “Lay with me.”

“But,” started Willow as Tara went to answer the phone and patted the spot where Willow's head was when they first layed down on the couch.

“Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open”


“Hello Daddy,” answered Tara as Willow lay back down against her.

“Hi Sweetheart. How are things going there? Do you think you'll be back soon?”

“Things are going really well,” said Tara playing absently with Willow's hair. “I should be home Thursday or Friday.”

“What about Willow and Faith?” asked Donald.

“Faith won't be back until next Sunday. She is going to spend more time with Emily.”

“Did you take them out to eat like I asked?”

“Yes Daddy, I did,” said Tara rolling her eyes causing Willow to giggle.

“Thank you Sweetheart. How is Willow doing?”

“Willow is doing great,” smiled Tara as Willow looked up at her seductively causing Tara's breath to catch. “S-she should be home Wednesday.”

“I know Donnie will be excited to hear that. He has some other projects that he wants her to help on.”

“I'm sure Willow will love to help Donnie with his projects. How are things going there?”

“Well, I miss my little girl being around. I've been spoiled seeing you daily.”

“I miss you too Daddy,” blushed Tara.

“Other than missing you things are going well.”

“What do you say we have dinner you, me, Donnie, Faith, and Willow next Sunday? We can tell you all about things and what we did here.”

“I'd love that,” said Donald. “I'm sure you have better things to do with your Sunday than talk to your Father so I will let you go. I love you, honey.”

“Love you too, Daddy.”

Tara hung up the phone and looked down at Willow for the first time since she suggested a 'family' dinner.

“You want me to come to a family dinner,” squeaked Willow.

“Is that too soon? We don't have to tell them about us if you aren't ready,” said Tara afraid that she had overstepped Willow's comfort level.

“Baby, I want the world to know I love you,” said Willow hoping to calm Tara's nerves.

“You do?”

“Yes. I'm just nervous that they won't think I'm good enough for you.”

“You are more than good enough for me,” said Tara as she pulled Willow to her and kissed her soundly. “Now, take me to bed and show me how you love me.”

“Tara, your Dad just called while we were making out...it was more effective than a cold shower at taming the hormones,” said Willow.

“Really? Let me see if I can help with that,” Tara said seductively. Tara took Willow's hand and moved it down her stomach and into her pants and past her lace panties allowing Willow to feel how wet she was. “How is the mood now? Are you ready to go to the bedroom?”

“Goddess yes,” breathed Willow as they went into the bedroom and made love until it was early morning.

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The next couple of days were very busy for everyone. Tara and Faith had given out the performance plans and were meeting with each person to discuss what was and wasn't going to be acceptable. Willow was busy finishing the IP changes on the network and renaming the PC's in the office.

“So, you are headed home tomorrow night,” Faith said to Willow as they slid into the booth at the bar.

“Yeah, I just need to finish a couple of PC's and then I will be set,” said Willow.

“T, how are you handling this?” asked Faith noticing how quiet Tara was.

“I-I am not going to lie...I am going to miss falling asleep and waking up to this gorgeous face,” said Tara a hint of sadness in her voice.

“I'm going to miss you too, baby,” said Willow leaning over and kissing Tara softly.

“Oh, we're having a family dinner on Sunday. You are required to attend,” Tara told Faith.

“Family dinner? Does this include Willow?”

“Yeah, we're going to tell them then,” said Tara.

“I will definitely be there. Will, you need to relax. Donald and Donnie adore you, you make Tara happy. That is what is really important to them.”

“Yes, you aren't me,” said Erin as she walked up to the group.

“How the frilly fuck do we get rid of you?” asked Faith. “Are you stalking Tara?”

“Hey, this is a public place,” said Erin with a smug smirk.

“Erin, what do you want?” Tara asked exasperatedly.

“To talk to you.”

“I'm having dinner with my girlfriend and Faith. Maybe next time I am in Seattle.”

“Or never,” added Willow.

“Come on, just give me ten minutes,” said Erin.

“No Erin, I don't want to,” said Tara.

“Just leave Erin. Tara has moved on and you should as well,” added Faith.

“I've changed and want to make amends,” said Erin looking directly at Tara.

“Congratulations, but I have nothing to say to you and there is nothing that I want to hear from you,” said Tara as she pulled Willow's hand to her lips and kissed it.

“Just think about it,” said Erin and then she walked off.

“That woman just doesn't listen does she?” asked Willow. “I can understand her attraction to you Baby, but she needs to back off. I'm not large with the butch but...”

“I'll keep an eye on Tara when you leave Red,” said Faith.

“Thanks!”

Their dinner arrived and they ate and discussed what they should have for dinner on Sunday and how Tara should tell her Dad and Donnie about Willow. Agreeing that it would be bad form for either of them men to walk in on them kissing in the kitchen.

“I'm going to hit the restroom before we leave,” said Tara as Willow and Faith nodded at her.

“You'll really make sure that bitch stays away from Tara?” asked Willow.

“Even if Emily and I have to stay at the apartment we will.”

“Thanks Faith! Tara is very lucky to have you for a friend.”

“You are my friend too. You make her happier than I have ever seen her except when she was with her Mom. That says a lot.”

“Thanks. I am glad we're friends,” said Willow. “Do you think she fell in?”

“I'm not sure, she has been gone a while. Maybe you should go get your woman. I am going to see if the bitch is still around and offer up some threats.”

Willow got up and headed to the bathroom to find Tara.

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“Your new girlfriend is cute,” Erin said as she leaned against the bathroom door blocking Tara's exit.

“Erin, I'm not in the mood to deal with you. It has been a long week and I just want to go home, make love to my girlfriend, and get some sleep.”

“I want just a couple of minutes of your time. I think I deserve that,” said Erin.

“You think you deserve that? You used me, cheated on me, and ripped up my heart. You don't deserve any of my time.”

“I want to apologize and then I'm gone,” said Erin.

“Fine,” said Tara turning around and leaning with her back to the sink.

“I was too cocky and arrogant in college. I never should have treated you like I did,” started Erin as she walked away from the door and placed a hand on either side of Tara pinning her to the sink.

“Back up Erin,” Tara said sternly.

“Am I forgiven?”

“I appreciate the apology, but I will never forgive you,” said Tara.

“What about a kiss to make up,” said Erin leaning in to kiss Tara as the bathroom door opened.

“Hey Tara, are you...” started Willow as she looked at Tara leaning up against the sink and Erin inches from her face.

“Will...”

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Hi Branny

Great update. Loved the banter between them all. The declaration of love was so sweet, I was thinking "hang on, I didn't think they'd said that yet, maybe I got my stories mixed up". Then Tara said "you love me?" was cute.

Can't wait for the family dinner but grrr to Erin, hope Willow and Faith kick her butt :fit :rage :smash

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So, now we have a cliffhanger...

That Erin character is pretty scary, I've always flinched from her kind of people. And yet they always find me. :devil

I love the way you write, Branny, like I've said before. This is just one of those stories you wish would never end. Selfish, I know. That's just me. :)

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kimmy_s: I'm glad you enjoyed the update. They had said they were falling in love - but neither had admited until then that they were in love. Karma has a way of making a person pay...that is the hint for the update! :wink :sigh

Phantasyland: Cliffhangers are fun (for authors)!! People like Erin seem to find me too. :sighagain

I promise that the story isn't coming to an end soon...but I cannot sustain it forever. I'll just have to write others for you to enjoy.

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating: PG-13 – NC-17
Author: Branny72
Feedback: Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.[/b]
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Chapter 20


“I...um...” started Willow stunned at the sight and the smug look on Erin's face.

“Hey Red,” called Faith as she came up to the door and saw the sight Willow had walked in on. “What the fuck are you doing? Either of you?”

“I was just apologizing for how I was in college,” said Erin who still hadn't adjusted her position at all.

Tara wasn't saying a word, she was too busy looking at Willow.

“Yo blondie,” said Faith catching Tara's attention. “What the fuck are you doing? Shove her ass away or Red and I are leaving...”

Tara blinked a couple of times trying to make her eyes focus on both Willow and Faith instead of just Willow.

“I...I gotta go,” said Willow as she turned and ran out of the bar.

“Willow,” called Tara trying to extricate herself from where Erin had her pinned. “Get away from me.”

“Doesn't seem like your new girl trusts you all that much,” laughed Erin.

“She trusts her fine. Tara go find Willow, Erin and I are going to have a little chat,” said Faith.

“Whatever,” said Erin as she tried to walk away from Tara towards the door.

“Tara, move,” glared Faith as she stopped Erin from leaving. Tara exited the bathroom and scanned the bar hoping to see Willow.

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“What was that? Willow, get a grip on yourself. You know that Tara loves you and wouldn't cheat on you. Especially with that bitch,” thought Willow as she bolted out of the bar and down the street towards the apartment.

Willow subconsciously took herself to the front door of the apartment. Tara had given her a key just in case one of them had to work late. Willow let herself into the apartment and sat down on the couch to process what she had seen and what it meant.

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“Faith you have no right to keep me in here. I could have you arrested,” spat Erin.

“You could, but then I'd get you arrested for sexual assault,” said Faith.

“Tara would never press charges. She isn't like that. Tara is sweet and innocent,” scoffed Erin.

“She isn't the same Tara she used to be. Willow has given her a ton of confidence.”

“Yeah, I saw that when she almost let me kiss her and hesitated pushing me away.”

“I said she has confidence not that she was physical. Although if she doesn't catch up to Willow – that fact may change as well.”

“What? Are you going to beat me up?” taunted Erin.

“No, but I might,” said Emily standing in the doorway. “I have less to lose if I get arrested.”

“Em, how did you know?” asked a stunned Faith.

“I ran into Tara as she was leaving,” she said as she locked the bathroom door after she entered. “Now, what is your problem Erin? Why can't you seem to leave Tara alone?”

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Tara ran down the street towards the apartment praying to every deity she could that she would find Willow there. She also noted the burn in her legs and chest and that it may not be a bad idea to start using the gym located in the basement at work.

Tara ripped open the door to the building and ran up the stairs not wanting to wait for the elevator. She was grateful that as she ran down the corridor there was nobody there for her to run into. Tara slowed as she reached the apartment door and while trying to catch her breath she twisted the knob and opened the door and relief washed over her as she saw the redhead sitting on the couch her head in her hands.

“W-w-willow?” Tara said softly. The redhead didn't move. Tara moved to kneel in front of where Willow was sitting. She suddenly found herself pulled into a hug.

“T-tara,” cried Willow causing Tara's eyes to overflow with tears as well.

“Oh Sweetie. I'm right here,” Tara said soothing the redhead. “I love you.”

“I love you too. I'm sorry I ran. I saw you two like that and I know you would never cheat on me and that it had to be all her, but after Oz I just couldn't stay there and then I fou...” babbled Willow until Tara crushed their lips together.

Tara pushed her way between Willow's knees and pressed their bodies together. The need to feel one another was overwhelming. Tara could feel the heat emanating from Willow's center as she pressed their bodies closer. Willow ran her hands up the back of Tara's shirt and unhooked the blondes bra and then quickly unbuttoned her shirt and pushed them both off Tara.

“Oh god yes,” said Tara as Willow started to massage her breasts.

Tara unbuttoned Willow's pants and started to tug them down. Willow lifted her hips in order to allow Tara to remove them. Tara pulled both Willow's pants and underwear down at once. Willow was now naked from the waist down and Tara was naked from the waist up. Willow slid forward to the edge of the couch to reach down and unbutton and remove Tara's pants and underwear while lowered her mouth to suck on Tara's erect nipples.

“Mmmm,” moaned Willow.

“Shirt...off...n-now,” said Tara as Willow flicked her nipples with her tongue and ran her hands down the blondes back and grasped her naked butt. Willow sat up and removed her shirt. They were both naked, their eyes smoldering with wanton need.

“I need you inside me and to be inside you. I need to feel us as one,” said Willow her eyes locked on Tara's.

Tara without saying a word pushed Willow down on the couch and covered the redhead with her own body. Their hips rocked together finding a steady rhythm. They grasped hands and snaked them down and while looking deep into the others eyes they thrust two fingers inside. They both moaned at the warmth and wetness pulsing around their fingers.

“Oh god yes,” cried Tara.

“Oh yes,” cried Willow.

They thrust and rocked in rhythm bringing the other to new heights of ecstasy and desire.

“Just...like...t-that,” panted Willow.

“Harder,” cried Tara before crushing their lips together.

They moaned as they coaxed the other one closer to the edge of complete bliss. They both inserted a third finger causing them to rock harder.

“I...love...you,” panted Willow before she leaned up and sucked on the base of Tara's neck at the pulse point.

“Oh...fuck...I love...mmmm...you,” Tara said as she sped up their pace feeling herself getting even closer to release.

“I...yeeessss...want to taste...you,” Willow said causing Tara's breathing to catch.

“Mmmm, yes,” said Tara.

They slowed the pace and Tara turned around so that they could taste one another. Once Tara was positioned over Willow she felt the redhead pull her down and start to rapidly thrusting her tongue inside. Tara arched pushing herself more into Willow talented tongue.

“That feels...soooooo...good,” panted Tara before delving in-between Willow's legs to do the same.

They alternated between thrusting their tongue inside and sucking and flicking the swollen nub.

“Oh...Tara,” moaned Willow.

“Mmmm, yes,” moaned Tara. “So close.”

“Me too.”

Their rhythm became more frenzied as they drew closer to their release. They were now rocking frantically into the other.

“Tara,” cried out Willow as the orgasm overtook her.

“Willow,” called Tara as she let the orgasm take her.

They rode out the orgasms as long as they could until Tara could no longer hold herself above Willow and collapsed.

Tara turned around and kissed Willow gently several times.

“That...was...amazing,” panted Willow.

“I've never had it feel that intense before,” said Tara.

“Me either,” said Willow with a goofy smile on her face.

“What is that smile for?”

“I've never been so happy as I am with you.”

“You make me happy too Sweetie.”

“Hey Baby, grab that blanket on the back of the couch and cover us up.”

“Yes, ma'am,” said Tara as she covered them up.

They lay there together basking in the closeness and aftermath of their love-making for a long time. Both lost in thought.

“Willow, we need to talk about tonight,” said Tara breaking the silence.

“I know. I trust you Tara, it just reminded me too much of Oz.”

“I get that, but I need you to know that nothing did nor would have happened with Erin,” said Tara seeing the redhead nod. “She blocked the door while I was washing my hands and then told me she wanted to apologize and then she would be gone.”

“Tara, Baby,” said Willow cupping the blondes cheek with one hand. “I believe you and I know you. It is over with and I would say we are closer than before.”

“I love you Willow.”

“I love you Tara. Now kiss me senseless.”

“Mmmm, my pleasure,” said the blonde as she began kissing the redhead.

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“Why can't I leave Tara alone? What makes you so certain that this was my doing?” asked Erin.

“Well, because she is head over heels in love with Willow and I know she can't stand you,” said Faith.

“You have been showing up to often for it to be a coincidence,” added Emily.

“Listen I just came in to apologize for the ass I was in college and she came on to me.”

“That is bullshit and we both know it,” said Emily advancing towards Erin who had back herself up against the far wall.

“Tara loves Willow, not you, she'll never love you again.”

“Like I would want her back,” scoffed Erin. “Hopefully she has played the field so that she knows what she is doing or Willow can help her. Tara was always so skittish in bed. What a bore...”

“Em, can you step out while I pound this bitch,” said Faith balling up her fist.

“Babe, you have more to lose than I do if you hit her. I'll do it,” said Emily.

“Tara is Willow's first, and Willow is Tara's first after your skanky ass,” said Faith.

“Great, they are doomed to a pitiful and pathetic sex life,” laughed Erin. “The blonde leading the blind.”

With that Emily pulled back and slammed her fist into Erin's stomach causing the other woman to drop to her knees.

“Watch what you say about people I care about,” said Emily as Faith stood there in awe.

“Tara hates you,” Erin coughed out.

“Actually she doesn't,” said Faith smiling with pride.

Emily knelt down in front of Erin and looked her in the eyes and advised her that she was to stay away from Tara and Willow from now on and that if she was ever found speaking of or going near either the punch in the gut would be the least of her worries.

Faith and Emily left the bathroom and headed towards the apartment to check on Willow and Tara.

“I can't believe you hit her,” said Faith pulling her girlfriend closer.

“Bitch deserved it,” said Emily snuggling into Faiths embrace.

“Yeah, she did.”

They entered the apartment building and took the elevator to the second floor.

“Babe, you still think of Tara as a sister right?”

“Yeah, why?”

“I was curious. Stay here for a minute,” said Emily as she went ahead and as she got close to the door she could hear Willow and Tara inside.

“I...love...you,” panted Willow.

“Oh...fuck...I love...mmmm...you,” said Tara.


Emily walked back towards Faith with a smirk on her face.

“Are they in there?”

“Oh yeah.”

“Are they arguing?”

“Um, no. They are FAR from arguing.”

“What are they doing then?”

“Stuff that you wouldn't want to hear your sister doing,” said Emily cocking and eyebrow at the brunette.

“Oh, OOOOOHHHHHH,” blushed Faith.

“Damn, you blushed!”

“I did not. Let's go home and I'll make you blush.”

With that they left the apartment building and headed towards the car that was still at the bar and hoping not to see Erin.

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Faith arrived at the apartment in the morning, knocked and waited for someone to answer.

“Hey Faith,” said Tara opening the door and stepping back and motioning for her to enter.

“Hey T,” said Faith. “You about ready?”

“Yeah, Willow is just making sure she has everything since she will be going to the airport right after work today.”

“How are things after last night?”

“Fantastic,” said Tara with a dreamy-eyed look. “I am going to miss her though.”

“I know,” said Faith putting a hand on Tara's shoulder.

Willow came out of the bedroom and put her bag down by the door and walked into Tara's open arms.

“Morning Faith,” said Willow before kissing Tara soundly on the lips.

“Morning Red,” laughed Faith. “How are you doing today?”

“Mixed emotions. I am happy to be going home, but sad that Tara isn't going home as well.”

“What happened after we left last night or don’t I want to know?” asked Tara.

“Well, I can honestly say that you shouldn't be bothered by Erin again.”

“Why?” asked Tara a hint of concern in her voice.

“Well, after you left Emily showed up and we had a chat with Erin,” started Faith. “Erin started spouting off crap and Emily ended up punching her defending you.”

“She what?”

“Erin made a derogatory comment about you and Emily hit her for it.”

“Faith, you know how I feel about violence,” said Tara.

“I know, that was all that was done and honestly had Emily not done it I would have. After Emily hit Erin she told her to stay away from both of you and then we left.”

“Wow,” said Willow. “Tell Emily thank you from me.”

“Willow, I don't condone violence, even if it is to defend me,” said Tara.

“And I respect that Baby, but she defended you and I appreciate it. I am not saying it was okay for her to do that, but I'm not upset by what she did. I love you and I don't want anyone ever to hurt you or speak ill of you.”

“Yeah T. Willow loves you and doesn't want anyone talking ill of you and Erin was definitely doing that.”

“You are both stubborn,” Tara said frustratedly.

“You love us and you know it,” laughed Faith as Tara shook her head.

“I do,” said Tara as she pulled Willow closer and smiled at Faith.

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Willow completed her work around noon and she and Tara decided to go for a walk on their lunch. Tara took Willow's hand and their fingers entwined together.

“I'm going to miss waking up with you all cuddled up to me,” said Tara.

“I am going to miss it too. We'll have to plan several sleepovers when you get back to Sunnydale,” Willow said coyly.

“That sounds promising! Would you like to schedule one of those sleepovers for Saturday night? That way we can cuddle before getting ready to tell Dad and Donnie.”

“Are you sure they are going to be okay with us?” asked Willow.

Tara stopped walking and turned towards Willow smiling as she pulled Willow into her arms. “Sweetie, you make me happier than I have ever been. That alone is going to make them more than okay with us. You being brilliant, funny, caring, you love me. They will have no problems with us.”

“I'm sorry that I keep getting stuck on this issue. I just don't want anything to ruin the most amazing relationship in my life.”

“Sweetie, we've gone through more in the time we've been together than a lot of couple do in years. We've had to deal with both Oz and Erin, plus your coming out.”

“Doing the family thing should be a piece of cake then,” laughed Willow. “You know that Joyce is going to want to have dinner with us soon as well.”

“I'm okay with that. I know how important she is to you Will,” Tara said before quickly kissing Willow.

They started walking and holding hands again.

“So, what are your plans for the rest of the afternoon since you are done here?” Tara asked.

“I was going to call Jesse and see what he had for me or what Donnie was looking to have me work on.”

“That sounds boring Sweetie,” teased Tara.

“Not as boring as what you and Faith have been doing,” giggled Willow.

As they neared the building they dropped their hands both feeling a sense of loss.

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Willow called Jesse and he emailed her the information for the projects that Donnie wanted her to work on. She told him that she was flying back tonight and would be back in the office tomorrow morning. Jesse said he was happy to be getting his star programmer back.

Faith and Tara finished up with their work and the three of them headed to pick up Emily and then go to the airport. Willow and Tara sat in the back seat quiet and cuddled together. Cherishing the last bit of closeness they were going to have until Tara got home.

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“Alright Red, no wild parties because your woman isn't there to supervise you,” teased Faith.

“Yeah, I'm the one people need to worry about on that. I'm not the one that charmed pants off people. I still want to hear that story by the way.”

“I'll tell you sometime,” laughed Faith receiving a glare from Tara.

“It was nice to meet you,” said Emily as she hugged Willow.

“It was nice to meet you too and thanks for sticking up for Tara last night with Erin.”

“That was entirely my pleasure. I have waited for years to have a good reason to tell her off. Tara happened to give me that opportunity,” said Emily.

“While I don't condone violence, thank you,” said Tara as she hugged Emily. She was surprised at how far they had come in such a little time.

“Although, last night did reinforce the need for you two to take Buffy's self defense class.”

“How did last night do that?” asked Willow.

“The way that Erin had you pinned T; had you known some of the stuff that Buffy is going to be teaching, Willow wouldn't have walked in to that sight.”

“And then we wouldn't have had the hottest sex of my life either,” thought both Willow and Tara exchanging a knowing look.

“I don't want to know what that look means. Tara you are like a sister to me and there are some things that Sisters don't need to know,” laughed Faith.

“Hey, a little credit here for protecting your precious ears last night when we went to check on them,” said Emily.

“Y-you came to check on us?” asked Tara scared as to when they arrived.

“Yep, but you two were already occupied, and from the sounds of it...” started Emily before Faith put a hand over her mouth.

“Not another word,” warned Faith as both Willow and Tara turned several deep shades of red.

“With that we'll give you two some time to say goodbye. We'll watch your bags Willow.”

“Thanks,” said Willow as she and Tara went to find a secluded spot to be alone for a few minutes.

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“They are going to be so lost without the other,” said Emily after the two sullen women had walked off.

“I know, but it is only for a couple of days,” said Faith.

“And how are we going to be when you have to go back to Sunnydale?”

“The same as them,” admitted Faith.

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Willow and Tara found an out-of-the-way area and Tara wrapped her arms around Willow's shoulder as Willow wrapped her arms around Tara's waist.

“I know it is just a couple of days, but I am going to miss you so much,” said Tara as she pressed her lips into Willows hair.

“I'm going to miss you too,” Willow said into Tara's neck as she lay her head on the blondes shoulder.

They kissed softly, enjoying the softness of the others lips. After a few more kisses and another embrace they headed back to Faith and Emily before Willow had to board her flight.

After a last hug to each and a soft kiss to Tara Willow boarded the flight back to Sunnydale.

Tara, Emily, and Faith watched the flight take off and then Faith and Emily took Tara out for dinner to keep her mind off things.

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“Willow,” called Buffy and Willow got off the plan and into the small Sunnydale terminal.

“Hey Buffy,” said Willow trying to sound cheerier than she was.

“Send the woman a message,” said Buffy rolling her eyes and taking Willows bags.

“Thanks,” replied Willow pulling her phone out and sending a message to Tara to let her know she had safely made it to Sunnydale.

“You've got it bad don't you?”

“You have no idea how bad,” smiled Willow as her phone beeped notifying her that Tara had replied. She read the message and the smile on her face grew.

“Sexting already?” teased Buffy.

“No! I just like hearing that she loves me.”

“Come on, let's go home and you can tell me all about what went on after I left,” laughed Buffy as she directed Willow out of the terminal and to her car.

On the way home Willow and Buffy talked about training with Donnie in the mornings. Buffy started telling Willow about some of the prep work she was doing for the self-defense class as they arrived at the apartment. Once Willow got unpacked she grabbed a drink and her and Buffy sat on the couch.

“So, what happened after I left?”

“Well not a whole lot until last night.”

“What happened last night?” Buffy said concerned.

“Well, we were at the bar down the street from the apartment again and Erin was there.”

“That woman is like a cockroach.”

“She is! She bothered us at our table while we were waiting for our food and then Tara went to the restroom before we were going to leave and the bitch cornered her in there.”

“That can't be good.”

“I went to find Tara and walked into the bathroom to find Tara leaning up against the sink with Erin's face just inches away looking like the were about to or had just kissed.”

“Excuse me?!” exclaimed Buffy as she sat up and anger crossed her face. “Tara was kissing this chick?”

“No, I said it looked like it. I trust her Buffy, she wouldn't do that to me. It did however remind me of Oz so I bolted back to the apartment.”

“Are you okay?”

“Yeah. Tara showed up at the apartment not too long after I got there. And...” said Willow who quickly replayed what happened next in her head and blushed.

“And?”

“And we um, made sure we both knew where we stood.”

“I'm guessing there was no standing involved,” said Buffy winking at Willow who turned a few more shades of red.

“Um, no, and it wasn't possible for a while after either,” said Willow with a giant smirk.

“Maybe I need to look into changing teams here,” joked Buffy.

“Change if you want but Tara is still mine,” laughed Willow. “Today we found out that Emily actually slugged Erin after she badmouthed Tara.”

“Go Emily,” said Buffy.

“Um, Buff, there is something that I'm going to need your help with,” said Willow turning the conversation a bit more serious.

“What's up? You know I'm always here for you.”

“Tara wants to tell her Dad and Donnie about us at a dinner on Sunday.”

“Wow, are you okay with that?”

“I'm scared to death. Tara says I don't have to be, but what if they don't think I'm good enough,” said Willow.

“That is bullshit and you know it. I bet if you told Tara that she said the same thing.”

“Yeah, basically. You know that this is one of my biggest insecurities.”

“I know and you need to get over it. Now what do you need my help with?”

“Well, what to wear and to keep me from over thinking things.”

“Those I can do. If I hear you say you aren't good enough or something along those lines again I am going to talk to Tara about withholding something,” said Buffy looking sternly at the redhead.

“You wouldn't,” scoffed Willow and then she saw Buffy's eyebrow raise and she knew the blonde meant business.

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“Hey there Sweetie,” said Tara answering her phone.

“Hey gorgeous,” Willow said smiling. “How are you doing?”

“I'm doing okay. I miss you!”

“I miss you too.”

“How was the flight?”

“Crowded!”

“Well, at least you made it safe,” said Tara. “Where are you?”

“In bed...alone,” said Willow pouting.

“Me too,” said Tara.

They talked for an hour before they were both overcome with sleep.

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Thursday went by pretty quick for Willow as she was going through her emails and hearing about the stuff she missed from Xander.

Thursday for Tara went by somewhat quick, she had several conference calls that she had to take.

Willow and Tara didn't get a chance to talk that night because Tara was working late trying to finish up some last-minute details so she could definitely get out of there on-time Friday.

Friday morning was chaotic for Tara as she met with the entire office in Seattle to discuss where they were and where she would like to see them in the coming months. After the meeting she had to get ready to make her flight. She was hoping that she could get home in time to see Willow yet that night...that was provided her Dad and Brother didn't kidnap her.

Friday for Willow was taking forever. She kept watching the clock knowing that Tara was coming home.

“Hey Willow,” said Donnie as he stopped by the redhead's desk.

“Hi Donnie. How are you doing today?” asked Willow.

“I'm doing good. I'm excited that Tara is finally going to be back today. I know it is weird for us to get along as well as we do.”

“I think it is great that you two get along so well.”

“I wanted to tell you that I was really impressed with your work in Seattle and how quickly you were able to adapt to everything that needed to be done.”

“I was just doing what you pay me to do,” Willow said not thinking twice about the work that she had done.

“Tara said that the network was a mess.”

“I believe I told her that the monkey that put that together needed to be beat with a banana,” laughed Willow.

“Well, I’ll hold Jesse down and you beat him with the banana.”

“I’m guessing that wouldn’t be a great move for my career though. Maybe we’ll just keep the banana beating between us.”

“I think we can do that. I just wanted to stop by and thank you for the hard work you put in on the Seattle project. Now, I must go find my Dad so we can go pick up Tara.”

“Have a great weekend,” said Willow.

“I definitely will. I’ll see you Sunday I believe Dad said,” said Donnie.

“Yep, Sunday,” smiled Willow.

Donnie left and Willow looked down at her computer and stared blankly at it. She was over thinking meeting with Tara's Dad and Donnie on Sunday and telling them that she was in love with Tara. Her phone beeped just as she was about to go into panic mode.

“Hey Sexy! Dad and Donnie are picking me up, but if you don’t have plans do you want to come over around 8?”

Willow smiled and quickly replied to Tara that she would definitely be there at 8.

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Tara got off the plane and saw her dad and brother standing by the door waiting for her. She quickly moved over to them and dropped her bags and hugged the two men.

“We missed you Sweetheart,” said Donald.

“It just isn’t the same without you around Sis,” said Donnie.

“I missed you guys too.”

Donnie picked up his sisters bags and carried them to the car. They drove Tara home and the men decided to order dinner with her since she didn’t have much in the house since she had been gone.

“So, what is up for Sunday?” asked Donnie.

“I was thinking you guys could come over around 4:30 or 5 and we could grill out and talk about what went on in Seattle and then maybe take a walk on the beach.”

“I think that sounds like a lot of fun,” said her father. “So Faith will be back by then?”

“Yeah, she gets in at 2:45. Don’t forget Willow is going to be joining us as well. She handled things in Seattle really well.”

“I talked with her earlier today and told her how impressed I was with how she adapted to what needed to be done in Seattle. I think she is going to be our newest rockstar.”

“I agree,” said Tara.

After they ate Donnie and Donald could tell Tara was tired so they said there good nights and the left. Tara looked at the clock and realized it was almost 8 and Willow was going to be there soon. Tara was about to go take a shower when she heard a knock on the door.

“Willow,” she said breathlessly as she opened the door to see the redhead standing there grinning.

“I couldn’t wait. I saw your dad and brother leave.”

“Get in here,” said Tara pulled the redhead in and closing the door behind her.

Willow turned and pressed Tara up against the door and thrust her tongue in the blondes mouth and her thigh into Tara's center. Tara could only moan with pleasure.

“I missed you,” breathed Willow.

“I missed you too!”

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What an awesome, breathtaking update! :applause

You are so forgiven for the cliffhanger! In fact, if your cliffhangers wind up like this - you just keep'em coming! :flower

Oh, and I loved the comparison of Erin with a cockroach. I remember waking up to a cockroach runnin' across my face. :p

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Well that was solved quite easily with the hot monkey lovin'. Awesome idea of Emily to go listen without Faith and tell her to walk away. Will Emily move to Sunnydale soon? They seem quite in love now and it would be hard long distance. I hope the telling family goes well and can't imagine that it wouldn't.

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Phantasyland: I am glad I am forgiven on the cliffhanger. :sighagain

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JustSkipIt: Hot monkey lovin’ can solve some things - not everything, but some things. I haven’t decided if Emily is moving to Sunnydale or not. And the quote - it was intentional. :grin

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating: PG-13 – NC-17
Author: Branny72
Feedback: Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.[/b]
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Chapter 21


Willow woke early and felt Tara’s arms wrapped around her holding her close. She was amazed at how good it felt to be held by the blonde. She was never much of a cuddler with Oz, although had it felt like this she was certain she would have been. As she lay there she thought about the past day and a half.

Friday night she came over to see Tara. She had pushed the blonde up against the door and almost taken her right there. Tara had enough restraint to stop them at that moment. They moved to Tara’s bedroom and made love. Afterwards they cuddled and kissed while just enjoying time together. Later that night Willow went home. She hadn’t wanted to leave, but she knew that she would be spending Saturday night with Tara and she hadn’t told Buffy she was staying. Not that she felt she had to check in with her blonde roommate, but she would still worry about where Willow was.

Saturday Willow had spent the day with Buffy. They had gone shopping to get some new stuff for Willow to wear to her meeting of the Maclay family. Buffy had convinced Willow to get a couple pairs of pants. One was just a pair of jeans, the other was a pair of leather pants. Buffy had told her that Tara would appreciate them. They then went and got a new peasant blouse to go with the jeans and then a low cut, red shirt, and black leather coat.

“You wear this outfit and I bet Tara will be drooling within minutes,” laughed Buffy.

Once they got home Willow packed a bag and headed over to Tara’s. They had made dinner together. Tara thought it would be nice to have a candlelit dinner in. They made a nice side salad to go with the pepper seasoned porterhouse steaks, grilled onions, and broccoli. Tara poured them some wine. Willow read the label and saw it was a 2007 Les Lézardes Syrah that paired perfectly with their dinner. After dinner they cuddled on the couch watching a movie. Tara tried to keep her attention to the movie, but she loved feeling Willow in her arms so much that she kept getting distracted.

“You know if you keep staring at me you are going to miss the whole movie,” said Willow glancing up at the adoring look from the blonde.

“I may miss it, but you are so much nicer to look at,” smiled Tara as she leaned down and kissed the top of Willows head.

They had moved into the bathroom to take a candlelit bath together in Tara’s over-sized clawfoot tub. Tara brought the bottle of wine in with them for them to each relax with a glass. Willow savored the feel of Tara’s body pressed against her. Tara was sitting behind Willow, her arms and legs wrapped around the redhead. Willow felt Tara’s soft supple breasts pressed against her back. Tara’s lips on her neck, her shoulders, Willow turned her head and they kissed passionately. They enjoyed the intimacy of being together. Willow thought and wished that every day could feel this serene.


Willow was pulled from her daydream as she felt Tara moving slightly next to her.

“Good morning, Sweetie,” Tara said sleepily.

“Good morning, beautiful,” smiled Willow turning to face the blonde and placing a soft kiss on her lips.

“Mmmmmm. Have you been up long?”

“No, I was just enjoying laying here in your arms and I was daydreaming about the past couple days.”

“Is everything okay?”

“Better than okay. Everything is perfect,” smiled Willow reassuring the blonde.

“No butterflies left in your stomach after last night,” Tara grinned coyly.

“They are more like bats right now,” said Willow seeing a slight frow cross Tara’s face. “They are because I want everything to go well tonight and I don’t want to get nervous and turn into babble-girl. I know that you have said that it is all going to go well and I believe that, but that doesn’t mean the nerves listen completely.”

“Poor baby,” said Tara pulling the redhead closer and placing a soft kiss on the side of Willow’s head. “What can I do to help?”

“You are doing it. I just need for you to hold me.”

“I can handle this. I feel calmer holding you too.”

They lay there enjoying the closeness for another half hour before Tara told Willow that they needed to get up and get ready to go pick Faith up at the airport.

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Tara pulled up to the loading zone at the Sunnydale Airport just as Faith came out of the terminal.

“Hey T,” said Faith. There was a hint of sadness in her voice.

“Hey Faith,” said Tara as she hugged her best friend. Willow watched the interaction and realized how similar her relationship with Buffy was.

“Hi Willow,” said Faith.

“Hi Faith,” said Willow walking up next to Tara.

“Let’s get out of here and get your mind distracted,” said Tara picking up Faith’s bag and moving towards the car.

“Thanks Tara. So, what have I missed?” asked Faith.

“Nothing really. Dad and Donnie picked me up Friday, Willow came over for dinner and stayed last night, then tonight we are telling Dad and Donnie about us.”

“What is on the menu for tonight?”

“Caribbean Jerk Chicken, mixed veggies, and coconut rice,” said Tara.

“Don’t worry, Tara is cooking so it will be all safe to eat,” laughed Willow.

“Not big with cooking Red?”

“I make a mean grilled cheese,” said Willow.

They dropped Faith off at home so that she could rest and unpack. Tara and Willow then went to the store to get the ingredients and then went back to Tara’s to prep dinner.

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“Tara is there anything I can do to help? I may not be good at cooking, but I can help with the prep work,” asked Willow as she watched Tara prepping dinner.

“I think you are doing it by sitting there looking gorgeous,” Tara said with a wink.

“That was really cheesy T,” said Faith as she entered the kitchen.

“Shush Faith!”

“What? It was,” laughed Faith as sh sat down next to Willow.

“You seem like you are a bit cheerier than you were earlier,” said Tara.

“On the outside you bet, on the inside - I am a hot mess.”

“Well, I am glad you are here and joining us for dinner.”

“Yeah, like I am going to miss you telling your dad and brother that you are in love,” Faith scoffed.

“You really just want to be here to see if I start to babble. I know you,” teased Willow.

“That my friend is an added perk to being here.”

Tara finished making the marinade, she set some aside before putting the chicken in and closing the container. She finished chopping the veggies as they talked about how wonderful it was being in Seattle.

“Well, that is all set, why don’t we go into the living room and relax until Dad and Donnie get here,” said Tara.

They moved into the living room and Willow and Tara cuddled together as Faith sat in the nearby chair smirking.

“What?” asked Tara.

“I think you should stay just like that when your Dad and Donnie get here,” laughed Faith.

“Yes, I want to give my Dad a heart attack. I don’t think so.”

“He is going to be happy for you.”

“I don’t doubt that, but I don’t want him to find out...well the way you did,” giggled Tara receiving a mock glare from the brunette.

“Have you thought about when or what you are going to say?”

“Nope, but I will know when the time is right,” said Tara winking at Willow.

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“Faith, can you get the door,” called Tara from the kitchen where she and Willow were working on getting the last minute prep items for dinner completed.

“Sure T,” said Faith as she answered the door.

“Hey Faith,” said Donnie as he entered the apartment.

“Hi Faith, it is good to have you back,” said Donald as he entered.

“Hey, Tara and Willow are in the kitchen finishing the prep work for dinner.”

“Hi Daddy,” said Tara as she exited the kitchen quick and hugged her father.

“Hi Sweetie. Thank you for having us over.”

“Hi Willow,” said Donald as Willow came out of the kitchen.

“Hello,” smiled Willow.

“What do you want to drink?” asked Tara.

“I’ll have a beer,” said Donnie.

“I’ll have water,” said Donald.

Willow sat down in one of the chairs and Tara after getting the drinks sat down in the chair next to her.

“So, what was Seattle like?” asked Donald.

“Gorgeous as ever,” said Tara.

“Mostly,” said Faith softly.

“Mostly?” asked Donnie.

“Erin was there,” grumbled Faith.

“Oh,” said the two men together.

“She didn’t bother you did she Sweetie,” asked Donald a look of concern plastered on his face.

“She tried, but Willow, Faith, and Emily kept her at bay.”

“Thank you for that,” said Donald looking at Willow and then to Faith.

“Have you ever been to Seattle before Willow?”

“No sir, this was my first time,” said Willow feeling the bats in her stomach flutter.

“Willow, we aren’t at the office, please call me Donald or even Don.”

“Sorry sir, I don’t know why but I seem to be nervous and I know that Tara and Faith told me not to be I just seem to still be nervous and when I get nervous I babble and now I’m babbling and just shoot me please someone,” babbled Willow before Faith broke the babblefest by tossing a pillow at Willow and hitting her in the face. “Thank you.”

“Trust me Red, that was all my pleasure,” laughed Faith and the others.

“So, what did you guys do while you were there besides avoid the bitch,” said Donnie receiving a glare from his father. “What? She is.”

“Well, we went to the dinner and the beach, checked out the zoo, we went to the Space Needle for dinner,” started Tara.

“I love going there for dinner,” said her father.

“Buffy mentioned that you guys went there to eat. She said she’s scared of heights but the view was pretty great,” said Donnie.

“Really?” smirked Willow noticing how attentive Donnie had been to what Buffy was telling him.

“We, um, we talk while we run in the morning,” Donnie backpedaled before he realized that Willow was teasing him. “Watch it Rosenberg.”

Willow laughed and felt the tension of the day starting to fade.

“How was the apartment?” ask Donald.

“The apartment was great,” said Tara.

“It is an amazing place,” said Willow.

“I’m glad you guys liked it there. I hope the place wasn’t too small. I know how it is basically living with a stranger.”

“Um Dad, you remember that Willow and I hang out outside of work too right? We also have sent a while working very close together. She isn’t a stranger.”

“Oh, I know, but she is someone you haven’t lived with before.”

“True. Um, Will, can you help me start dinner quick?”

“Sure,” said Willow as she got up and followed Tara into the kitchen.

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“I don’t want to wait until after dinner,” Tara said as soon as they were alone in the kitchen.

“That is fine with me, Baby,” said Willow as she backed Tara up against the counter and kissed her softly.

“Hey T...Seriously? Again?” said Faith as she walked into the kitchen to see them kissing.

“Oh come one Faith. It isn’t as big of a surprise if you already know. DUH,” whispered Tara.

“I could have been your father or brother.”

“No, I would have heard you coming had you been either of them. Have you ever noticed that they don’t walk all that quietly?”

“No I have never noticed that. What the hell kind of statement is that,” said Faith and then she heard the sound of footsteps coming towards the kitchen. Willow moved to the island and started to prep the veggie packs and Tara pulled the chicken out of the refrigerator.

“Hey Tara,” said Donnie. “You got another beer?”

“Sure,” said Tara reaching into the refrigerator and grabbing her brother a beer.

“Thanks. So, did I interrupt girl talk?” asked Donnie grinning at the three women.

“Nope,” smiled Tara.

“Well, then why does Faith look like she has a secret that is going to kill her if she doesn’t tell it soon?” asked Donnie motioning towards Faith.

“It is more of if she tells the secret SHE will be killed,” warned Tara politely.

“Come on Faith, lets go talk,” said Donnie as he put his arm around Faith and led her out of the kitchen.

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“Tara seems happy. Happier than I have seen her in years,” said Donald as Faith and Donnie returned to the living room.

“Yeah, I think Sunnydale has been good for her,” said Donnie. “I know we’ve gone out and done more here than we did the entire time we were in Seattle before coming here.”

“What do you think Faith?” asked Donald.

“I think Sunnydale is just what Tara needed,” smiled Faith.

“What do you two think of Willow?” asked Donald.

“Red, she’s really cool.”

“She is great. She does amazing work and she has looked out for Tara so that wins her points with me,” said Donnie.

“You know that Tara…” started Donald as he heard Willow and Tara coming into the room.

“And what are you guys talking about?” asked Tara seeing the guilty looks on their faces.

“We were just talking about how happy you seem to be and how Sunnydale seems to be a good fit for you Sweetie.”

“You do seem pretty happy Sis.”

“I am happy. I can honestly say that I think this move may have changed my life for good.”

“How so honey?” asked her father leaning back on the couch.

“Well, when we first got here Donnie took me out to The Bronze and I saw this amazingly beautiful woman. I started to get past the brooding from what Erin had done to me.”

“I remember that - you saw her in several places but I never got a look at her.”

“No, you didn’t. Then I met WIllow, Buffy, and even little Dawnie and I have a nifty social group now.”

“That is awesome honey.”

“You would think that is enough to make me happy, then it gets kicked up another notch.”

“How so?” asked Donnie.

“Because I actually met the gorgeous woman from The Bronze…”

“You did? When? You never told me and we tell each other almost everything. I mean I don’t want details about your sex life. Sorry Dad, she is an adult,” said Donnie as his father groaned.

“Donnie relax, breathe...geez Will, I think you’ve rubbed off on my brother with the babbling.”

“I have rubbed nothing on your brother...okay, that sounded WAY better in my head,” laughed Willow.

“I’m sure it did,” said Donnie blushing a little.

“So, I want to hear more about this person from where was it, The Bronze,” said Tara’s father his interest peaked.

“Yeah, me too,” said Donnie.

“Well, let’s see...oh hell as fun as this was in my head, I can’t keep this torturous game up, it was Willow that I saw at The Bronze and around town. We’ve been dating for almost a month,” said Tara as she took Willow’s hand.

“Huh, wha, uh, huh?!” said Donnie trying to process what his sister said and why she was holding Willow’s hand..

“Repeat that please,” said Donald. “And slowly for the older folk.”

“Willow was the beautiful woman I saw at The Bronze and then several places around town. I didn’t know who she was until Donnie brought her to my office for us to start working on the campaign. We got to know each other and started dating.”

“And you have been hiding this for almost a month?” asked Donald.

“Yes,” said Tara looking downward.

“WHY?” asked her father dumbfounded that his daughter would hide something like this.

“That would be my fault sir, um Donald,” said Willow. “Tara is the first and only woman I have ever been attracted to, so this was new for me and we kept it quiet because I needed to come to terms with who I really am.”

“That makes sense. I’ll respect that answer. Faith, did you know about this?”

“I learned about it right after they got to Seattle,” smirked Faith. “I walked in on them kissing. They were nice to you guys and Buffy. YOU didn’t get the heart attack.”

Donnie was laughing at the thought of Faith walking in on Willow and Tara kissing. “I can just see your face,” said Donnie.

“Well, honey I am happy for you,” said Donald as he got up and hugged his daughter. “I knew you liked her back when we talked right after you started working on the campaign. Didn’t you tell me she was involved?”

“Yeah, that was when I thought she was dating her roommate Buffy,” said Tara sheepishly.

“Ewww,” said Willow doing a full body shiver. “Can we not mention me and dating Buffy in the same sentence ever again? Please?”

The room laughed as everyone got comfortable and Willow and Tara sat closer together.

“So, I would say ‘not to put you on the spot,’ but I mean to,” said Donald. “Is this something serious?”

“I’m in love Daddy,” blushed Tara and Willow followed.

“Whoa, you’re in love?” asked Donnie. “You used the ‘L’ word and everything?”

“We’re in love,” corrected Willow as she gazed into Tara’s eyes getting lost in the pools of blue.

“And they are the cutest thing you have ever seen, just make lots of noise before you enter a kitchen that they are in,” teased Faith.

“Why? Just because you walked in on them that one time?” asked Donald.

“I walked in on them a few minutes ago as well.”

“Tattle tail,” said Tara sticking her tongue out at Faith.

“Tara, don’t tease Willow by taunting Faith,” said Tara’s father much to the surprise of everyone in the room.

“Daddy!”

“What?” said Donald grinning.

“I can’t believe you said that Dad,” said Donnie.

While this was going on Faith was laughing in her chair and Willow was watching in mortification. Tara turned and saw the look on Willow’s face.

“I didn’t warn you about my family did I?” said Tara as she kissed the side of Willow’s head.

“Um, no,” whispered Willow.

“I am going to go check on dinner,” said Tara as she left the room.

“Willow, in honesty. I am glad that you and my daughter found one another. She has been so happy and now we know why.”

“You have an amazing daughter. I love her dearly,” said Willow with confidence.

“I can tell she feels the same way. So, tell me about your family,” said Donald.

“There isn’t a whole lot to tell. My parents are very career driven so I am an only child. I didn’t see a lot of them growing up, but Buffy’s mom essentially took me in. Joyce came to my school events, she took care of me when I was sick, she helped me when it came time to choose a college.”

Willow glanced up and saw Tara leaning against the wall watching the interaction between her father and Willow with a satisfied grin.

“Dinner will be ready in about 20 minutes,” said Tara as sat down and took Willow’s hand again.

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“Tara, dinner was amazing,” said her father.

“It really was,” agreed Donnie.

“Well, you know that I love cooking for my family,” said Tara smiling.

“I’ll clean up. You made such an amazing meal that you deserve to rest,” said Willow placing a kiss on the side of Tara’s head.

“I’ll help,” said Faith.

Tara, Donnie, and Donald went to relax in the living room while Willow and Faith cleared the table.

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“I’m glad you relaxed,” said Faith as she handed Willow a plate to rinse for the dishwasher.

“They make it easy,” said Willow.

“That they do!”

They finished washing the dishes and loading the dishwasher and then grabbing drinks went to join the others.

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“You seem happier than I have ever seen you,” said Donald.

“Dad’s right. I don’t know that I have ever seen you glow like this,” said Donnie.

“I’m in love with her,” Tara said simply.

“Honey, I have liked getting to know her tonight, I look forward to getting to know her better as time goes on.”

“You chose a great one this time Sis!”

Willow and Faith entered and everyone saw Tara’s face lit up and she held her hand out for Willow to sit next to her.

“Now, as happy as I am for you two, I expect you to be professional at work,” said Donald.

“I already covered that,” said Faith.

“Good.”

The group fell into a comfortable conversation about work until Willow’s phone rang.

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“Hey Buffy,” said Willow answering her phone.

“Hey Will,” said the voice on the other end. “I’m really sorry to interrupt.”

“It’s ok,” said Willow excusing herself and going into the kitchen. “What’s up?”

“I just wanted to let you know that Mom is in the hospital.”

“What? Buffy, what happened?”

“She was having another one of those headaches that she has been getting and she blacked out and had Dawn not been there to catch her she would have collapsed onto the living room floor.”

“When did this happen?”

“We just got to the hospital, I knew that if I waited to call you’d be mad,” said Buffy.

“Yes, I would have been. I’ll be there as soon as I can.”

“Will, just finish family night and when it is over come down. Mom is going to be in having tests and scans for the next couple of hours.”

“Alright. Text me where you are so I can meet you guys when I get there. If anything changes Buff, call me.”

“I will.”

Willow took a moment to steady herself before going back into the living room.

“Hey Sweetie. Is everything okay?” asked Tara as Willow sat down next to her. Tara could tell Willow was upset though she was trying to hide it.

“That was Buffy. Joyce is in the hospital,” said Willow trying to hold in the emotions.

“Oh no, what happened?” asked Faith.

“She has been having headaches, I convinced her to go to the doctor to get them checked out. I guess today she had a bad one and blacked out and poor Dawnie caught her as she went down.”

“Will, do you need to go to the hospital?” asked Tara.

“Buffy told me to come down afterwards,” said Willow.

“Willow, I am so sorry. I know from what you said earlier how much Joyce means to you. Let me know if you or Buffy or Joyce need anything. If you need specialists, we’ll get them,” said Donald putting his hand on the redheads shoulder and squeezing it.

“Will, take tomorrow off and if you need more time let me know,” said Donnie.

“I have stuff to get done,” said Willow.

“Family first,” said Donnie looking around the room. “We take care of one another and you making my sister as happy as she is makes you family.”

Tara stared at her father and brother grateful for their support and the support they were offering Willow.

“I say we call it a night so that T and Red can get down to the hospital,” said Faith offering both Tara and Willow a supportive smile.

“I agree,” said Donald.

Donnie stood and hugged Willow and thanked her again for making his sister so happy. Then he hugged Tara and told her how happy he was for her and he hoped that they would have many more family dinners together with Willow.

Donald hugged Tara and told her that he was happy she found someone to love who truly loved her back. He then hugged Willow and reiterated to her that he meant what he said on if they needed anything.

Faith hugged Tara and then Willow and told them to keep her updated on things.

After everyone was gone Tara pulled Willow into her arms and held her close.

“Your family is amazing,” Willow said as she rested her head on Tara’s shoulder.

“I know they are, but you are a part of that family now too.”

Tara leaned her head down and softly kissed Willow.

“Come on, let’s get down to the hospital to help support Buffy and Dawn.”

“I would say you don’t have to go, but baby I really need you there,” said Willow.

“I would be there no matter what Sweetie. I remember what it was like when my mom got sick. It was the most terrifying experience I’ve ever been through. I want to be there for Buffy, Dawn, and Joyce. They were there for you.”

“I love you,” said Willow hugging the blonde tightly.

“I love you too,” Tara said kissing the side of Willow’s head.

Tara grabbed her keys and they headed off to Sunnydale Hospital.

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It appears I missed the last update sorry!

Glad the Erin situation was sorted and that our girls had some hot and heavy make up sex afterwards. Feel sorry for Faith having to leave Emily behind. Things were just getting better for them, hanging with Tara and Willow, Tara understanding Emily a bit more and not hating her.

Family time was great. Love the teasing between Faith and Willow.

Joyce being sick isn't good Willow is going to need Tara now more than ever.

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Always the perfect way to start a weekend! :bigkiss

Our girls are ever so sweet, although now with Joyce's headaches, there's some seriously dark clouds looming in the sky. I hope against hope that this story doesn't have to go canon here of all places. :hmm

I love this story, and the way Willow now also has a family in the Maclays. :wtkiss

I could very well get used to having my weekends at least started out like this. Thank you! :flower

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kimmy_s: Yeah, it is going to be hard for Faith to leave Emily, but I think I have a plan to make things better for them. :wink

Tara is definitely going to need to show her support skills with Joyce being sick!!


Phantasyland: I am glad I was able to start your weekend off with a smile. :grin

Dark clouds in a happy story...oh wait those do happen. Enjoy the update and have a fantastic weekend.

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating: PG-13 – NC-17
Author: Branny72
Feedback: Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.
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Chapter 22


Buffy paced the waiting room as Dawn sat in the corner watching her sister. The doctor had told them that he was taking their mom back for some tests and that it would most likely be a couple hours before they were back. He had suggested that they go to the cafeteria to get something to eat or drink to help pass the time but Buffy couldn’t bring herself to leave the waiting room. She was certain that if she left that someone was going to come looking for them. She wouldn’t leave Dawn alone either.

“Buffy, pacing isn’t going to help make things go faster,” said Dawn.

“I can’t sit still. Mom is back there and they don’t know what is wrong with her and we have to stay out here,” said Buffy as she paced.

“Did Willow say when she was going to be coming over here?”

“She was at Tara’s and I told her to come by when she was done there,” said Buffy.

“I like Tara.”

“Me too,” smiled Buffy.

“You have been spending a lot of time with her brother. Is there something going on with you and Donnie?”

“No, I am helping him train. You know I don’t date clients and right now Donnie is a client and I should call and tell him that I’m not going to be going running tomorrow morning.”

Buffy moved to the edge of the room so she could still see Dawn but could also look down the hall to see if the doctors were coming.

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“Hey Buffy,” said Donnie as he answered the phone.

“Hey Donnie. I’m not going to be able to go running tomorrow.”

“I was just getting ready to text you to tell you that Willow told us about your mom and that once everything was okay we’d pick up and run or if you needed to get away we could go sometime. I’m really sorry to hear about your mom. If you need anything, just give me a call or tell Willow.”

“Thanks Donnie I really appreciate it,” said Buffy.

“No problem. Take care,” said Donnie as he hung up.

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“Tara, she is going to be alright isn’t she?” asked Willow as they drove to the hospital.

“I wish I could promise you that Sweetie, but I can promise that she will get whatever care she needs and every chance to get better,” said Tara reaching over and taking Willow’s hand and giving it a squeeze.

“Thank you for coming with me,” said Willow.

“Sweetie, I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.”

They drove the rest of the way in silence and parked in the ramp and walked over to the hospital entering in the ER.

“Tara? Willow?” called Xander as they entered from the double sliding doors..

“Xander, hi,” said Tara.

“What are you doing here? Is everything alright?” asked Willow concerned for the first real friend she had at work.

“Anya and I were out on a date at the beach and she twisted her ankle or at least I’m hoping that is all that happened. What brings you guys into the ER? Is everything okay?” asked Xander looking between the two women.

“My best friends mom is in here and Tara drove me because I am too much of a spaz to get here myself.”

“Tara,” exclaimed a heavily medicated Anya from the wheelchair that she was being brought out in. The nurse that was pushing the wheelchair cringed at how loud the woman had yelled.

Tara, Willow, and Xander raced over to where Anya was in hopes of keeping her from yelling across the room again.

“Hey Anya,” said Tara as they met up with her. “How is your ankle?”

“She has a hairline fracture, but she will be fine. She has to use crutches for the next couple of weeks and for the next 24 hours she should keep the foot elevated as much as possible. They have given her some pain medication for now and some for at home,” said the nurse handing Xander the prescription and paperwork.

“She seems pretty heavily medicated right now,” said Xander.

“Well, apparently your girlfriend has a very low tolerance for certain narcotics,” laughed the nurse as she turned and left them to talk.

“Tara, did Xander call and tell you that I was here? Did you and Willow come down here just to visit little ole me?” asked Anya in a sing-song tone.

“No, Willow’s roommates mother is in here and we were coming to visit.”

“Bu, Buff, Buffy right?” asked Anya as she nibbled at her tongue that had apparently started to go numb.

“Yeah,” said Willow.

“We saw her when we got here. Did you know that you two look cute together...has anyone ever told you that? Xander look, fishies,” babbled Anya. “Wheel me over to the fishies…”

“I think I’m going to get her home while she is still out of it. I’ll see you tomorrow,” said Xander as he wheeled Anya and her crutches towards the door.

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Willow and Tara made their way to the fifth floor and over to radiology waiting room.

“Willow,” said Dawn racing over and practically jumping into the redheads open arms. Tara who was standing behind Willow stopped the two from falling.

“Hey Dawnie,” said Willow hugging the brunette.

“Tara, hi,” said Buffy offering the blonde a weak and forced smile.

“Hi Buffy. Have there been any updates?” asked Tara her hand still on Willow’s lower back.

“No, nothing yet. I hope I didn’t ruin your party,” said Buffy. “I wasn’t going to call, but I knew if I were Willow I’d be pissed if she didn’t call.”

“No, you didn’t ruin anything. We stopped and got you and Dawn some drinks and food since I was pretty certain that you weren’t going to be leaving this waiting room.”

“Thank you Tara,” said Dawn as she finally let go of the redhead. “Not that I mind or anything, but why are you here? I know why Willow is here, but what made you come?”

“She is here because she’s Willow’s friend,” said Buffy.

“It’s okay, Buffy. Really,” said Willow as she took Dawn’s hand and led her over to the chairs so they could all sit down. “Dawn, Tara and I have been dating for almost a month…”

“You have been? That is so cool. I am so happy for you both,” bounced the teen.

“You aren’t freaked?” asked Willow.

“No, why would I be? You two look so cute together and Will, I haven’t seen you smile as much as you have since you met Tara.”

“That means a lot to me Dawn,” said Tara.

“Does everybody else know? How long have you known?”

“I just found out last weekend,” said Buffy.

“Not many people know. We just told my dad and brother tonight,” smiled Tara.

Dawn stood up and went over and hugged Tara much to the blondes surprise. “Welcome to the family!”

After Dawn sat back down Willow and Tara moved closer and Tara took Willow’s hand.

Dawn and Buffy each grabbed a sandwich and soda out of the bag that Tara had brought.

“Thanks again Tara,” said Buffy.

“I remember when my mom was sick I wouldn’t leave no matter how hard they tried to make me. I really do understand the not knowing and what you are both going through.”

“Your mom got sick?” asked Dawn.

“She had cancer. She fought really hard and I like to think almost beat it. The marathon that Donnie is training for is in support of the foundation that helped us so much.”

“I’m sorry that your mom passed. I think it is great that your brother is giving back that way,” said Dawn.

The doctor entered the room and saw the group sitting together.

“Doctor, how is my mother?” asked Buffy standing up quick.

“Um, do you want to talk privately?” asked the doctor.

“Everyone here is family, whatever you have to say to me you can say in front of them.”

“Well, we did a MRI, CT scan, and other neurodiagnostic tests to eliminate the possibility of other disorders. We have determined your mother had a Basilar Artery Migraine also known as Bickerstaff Syndrome.”

“What is a Basil Arty Migraine?” asked Buffy.

“When someone has a basilar artery migraine, there is a disturbance at the brainstem or base of the brain. Before the migraine headache begins, the person may experience an ''aura,'' a cluster of sensations such as dizziness, double vision, and lack of coordination. An aura usually occurs about 10 minutes to 45 minutes before the headache starts. Does your mom get frequent headaches?”

“She has been,” said Dawn. “She has an appointment this week to see a doctor about it.”

“Good, I’m glad that she is getting it looked at. I will make sure my notes and findings are sent to the doctor she is meeting with if you have their name.”

“It is with the neurologist Dr. Rachel Wright,” said Buffy.

“She is the best that we have on staff,” said the doctor. “I would like to keep your mom here at least overnight to make sure that the migraine has ended. If it hasn’t then we can administer some different medication to help.”

“Can we see her?” asked Dawn.

“She will be moved to her room shortly. She will be in room 545.”

“Thank you doctor,” said Buffy shaking the man’s hand.

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“Your mother is in her room and settled if you would like to go in and see her,” said a nurse.

“Great,” said Dawn jumping up.

“I’ll let you guys go in and I’ll wait for you here Willow,” said Tara. “This is a time for family.”

“Tara, you make Willow happy, that makes you family,” said Dawn.

“You heard the kid baby, you are family now let’s go see Joyce,” said Willow taking Tara’s hand and pulling her along.

They walked down the hall towards the room. Each one of them lost in thought.

“What if it would have been something more serious? We’ve never talked about what would happen or should happen,” thought Buffy.

“I wonder if they are going to have her attached to a bunch of wires. I don’t think I can handle it if she is attached to wires,” thought Dawn.

“Would it be rude to introduce Tara as my girlfriend to Joyce? To come out to her after all that she went through today?” Willow asked herself.

“I hate hospitals. Mom please give me strength. Willow, there is nothing I wouldn’t do for you,” thought Tara.


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Buffy peeked her head in to see if her mom was awake.

“Buffy,” said a tired Joyce from the bed.

“Are you up for some visitors?” asked Buffy.

“Yes, I am,” smiled Joyce as she saw Buffy, Dawn, and Willow enter. She was surprised by the blonde that followed Willow in.

“How are you feeling?” asked Dawn.

“Tired, but a lot better.”

“Does your head still hurt?” asked Willow.

“A little, but they say that it will get better soon. Who is this?” asked Joyce pointing towards Tara.

“Joyce this is Tara Maclay. Tara this is Joyce Summers.”

“It is nice to m-meet you,” stuttered Tara.

“It is nice to finally meet you too. The girls have all said such great things about you. I wish we could have me under better circumstances.”

“Willow has told me a lot about you as well. I hope you are feeling better.”

“I know that it is kind of weird me bringing Tara and all, but there is something that I need to tell you as well. I know that my timing sucks and that I probably should wait until you are feeling better, but I don’t want to hide this or lie to you either…”

“Willow, what is it? I know you are nervous about something. Talk to me,” said Joyce interrupting and placing a comforting hand on Willow’s.

“Tara is here because she drove and I wouldn’t have been good to come here alone even if Buffy and Dawn were already here. For the past month Tara and I…”

“You are dating. I could tell that the minute you walked in the door Willow. You are both glowing,” smiled Joyce. “Now is that what had you so nervous?”

“Yes ma’am,” said Willow looking down as Tara wrapped an arm around Willow’s waist and placed a soft kiss on the side of her head.

“I couldn’t be happier for you two. Tara, take special care of her, she is a one of a kind treasure,” Joyce said with pride.

“I know and I promise that I will take very good care of her,” Tara said smiling at the woman who was the center of these three women’s lives.

The four women didn’t stay long, but told Joyce they would be back in the morning to see her and then hopefully take her home.

“I’m going to stay at the house with Dawn tonight,” said Buffy.

“I figured as much,” said Willow.

“Sweetie, do you want me to stay with you? You are still so tense,” said Tara running her hands along Willow’s shoulders.

“I would love that,” said Willow as Buffy and Dawn made it look like they weren’t hearing what was going on.

“I’ll call you tomorrow and let you know what is going,” said Buffy.

“Willow and I have the day off tomorrow,” said Tara. “Whatever and whenever you need us, just call,” said Tara.

“Thanks Tara,” said Buffy as she hugged the blonde. “I guess there are perks to dating someone in management.”

“We’ll see you tomorrow,” said Willow as she hugged Buffy and Dawn and then moved into Tara’s arms as they headed towards the car to go get some stuff from Tara’s and then go to Willow’s place.

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“Buffy, you realize that I’m not a little kid and I can and have stayed at the house several times by myself,” said Dawn.

“Yep, I know that and I still think that I would like to be there with you. I can’t imagine what it was like for you to have mom pass out in front of you, but it had to be scary.”

“It was beyond scary,” agreed Dawn.

“So, even more reason for me to stay just in case you do want to talk,” smiled Buffy.

“Thanks Buffy.”

Buffy and Dawn made their way into the house and as Dawn entered the living room where the day had turned so wrong she froze and tears welled up in her eyes. Buffy saw this and wrapped her sister in a hug and led her upstairs and she let her sister cry on her shoulder until she fell asleep. After Dawn was asleep Buffy covered her with a blanket and then went to her room and got changed and into bed.

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Once they were ready and in bed Tara pulled Willow into her arms and held her close.

“You have no idea what it means to me that you went with tonight,” said Willow.

“There is no place I would rather have been. I love you Willow and I will always be there for you. I know how important the Summers’ women are to you,” said Tara before kissing the side of Willow’s head.

“I am not used to having someone other than them supporting me. I love you,” said Willow before kissing Tara gently on the lips.

“Well you have me now,” Tara smiled as she pulled Willow closer and kissing her deeply.

They lay there kissing and savoring the closeness for a long time. After a while they adjusted and Tara curled up behind Willow and held her close against her body. They drifted off to sleep.

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Morning arrived and Tara woke when she heard her cell phone buzzing on the nightstand. She grabbed it quick before it could wake up Willow. Tara saw it was a text message from her father asking how things had gone with Joyce. She replied to him stating that it wasn’t as bad as had been imagined and that Joyce was going to be okay. Donald replied for her to keep him updated and that he would talk to her later.

Tara set her phone back on the nightstand and curled her body up against Willow’s. Tara was enjoying the warmth and closeness while the redhead was still sleeping. After a while Tara started to kiss Willow’s neck to wake her up.

“Mmmmm, that is a great way to wake up,” said Willow her voice still full of sleep.

“Good morning, Sweetie,” Tara said into Willow’s neck.

“Have you been awake long?” asked Willow as she turned to face Tara.

Tara leaned forward and kissed Willow’s lips. “About 20 minutes. I was enjoying watching you sleep. You seemed so peaceful that I didn’t want to wake you. Then I felt this overwhelming needed to kiss you, so I did.”

“Well, you can wake me up with kisses every morning,” smiled Willow.

“So, do you want to get Joyce some flowers on the way to the hospital today?”

“That would be great. Can we get her a cute stuffed animal too?”

“It wouldn’t be from you if we didn’t,” laughed Tara kissing the tip of Willow’s nose.

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After stopping to get a floral arrangement and a stuffed animal Willow and Tara stopped at the Espresso Pump for a quick breakfast and then headed up to the hospital.

While they were at breakfast Buffy sent a text to Willow and said that she and Dawn were headed to the hospital and they would see them when they get there.

They found there way to Joyce’s room and the door was open so they just walked in.

“Good morning,” said Willow as Tara set the flowers down and Willow gave Joyce the stuffed animal they had gotten her.

“Good morning,” said Tara.

“Oh girls those are so lovely,” said Joyce as she adjusted in the bed. “You didn’t have to get me anything.”

“Yeah, way to make us look bad guys,” teased Dawn from the chair near the window overlooking the roof of another part of the hospital.

“How are you feeling today?” asked Tara.

“Better, thank you. I’m also feeling embarrassed that it was just a simple migraine.”

“Mom, it was more than a simple migraine and even if it weren’t there is no reason for you to be embarrassed,” said Buffy sitting at the end of the bed.

“Has the Doctor been in yet?” asked Willow as she felt Tara’s arm snake around her waist and she leaned into the embrace.

“No, they said he should be in shortly though,” said Joyce. “I just want to go home. Why is it that they say that they want you to rest in the hospital, but they just keep waking you up every 2 or 3 hours to take your vitals. I just want to rest in my own bed.”

“My dad felt the same way when he was in the hospital for his broken leg,” smiled Tara. “Donnie ‘borrowed’ a do not disturb sign from the hotel we were staying at to try to help my dad get some rest.”

“I can see Donnie doing that,” said Buffy.

“Did it work?” asked Joyce.

“Well, there was a new intern that questioned it a few times before one of the other nurses explained to her that the sign was not something issued by the hospital.”

“Baby, why were you staying at a hotel while your dad was in the hospital?” asked Willow.

“Oh, we were on vacation in Aspen and my dad and Donnie were trying to see who could take the most adventurous run. They were going down the same run, neck and neck and there was a tree. Donnie swerved and missed it, but Dad went to swerve, caught the edge of his ski and flew into the tree and broke his leg in 3 places. Mom and I saw Donnie get to the bottom and then we saw the rescue crew bringing Dad down behind a snowmobile.”

“That had to be scary,” said Joyce.

“Yes and no. We were scared until we knew he was going to be okay, then Mom was embarrassed because when they asked what he was doing he admitted that he was racing his son and that they had a bet and the loser had to wear a tutu the following day, all day while skiing.”

“There is an image I didn’t need of your father or your brother,” said Willow as the group laughed.

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The doctor came in and told them that Joyce could go home since she was feeling better and if they agreed that she would keep her appointment with the neurologist.

“I am sure that you girls have something more exciting to do than to hang out with us,” Joyce said to Willow and Tara.

“Nice try, but we’ll meet you all at the house. We are all going to take care of you and make sure you get the best care possible,” said Willow.

“Why don’t I call in lunch with Angel and then if you guys don’t mind picking it up we’ll take mom home and get her settled and then we can all have lunch together,” suggested Buffy.

“That sounds great,” said Willow.

Buffy called and ordered lunch while they finished the exit paperwork and Dawn went to the pharmacy to get the preventative and pain medication that the doctor was sending their mom home with.

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“Tara, you don’t mind going to hang out with Joyce and the others do you?” asked Willow as they pulled into Angel’s parking lot.

“Of course not. She is very important to you and I want to get to know her,” said Tara taking Willow’s hand and bringing it up to her lips and kissing it softly. “I love you.”

“I love you too,” said Willow leaning over and kissing Tara softly on the lips.

Willow went in and got the food from Angel who also had a card and some flowers for her to take to Joyce.

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“Hey Will. Where’d the flowers come from?” asked Buffy as she saw the flowers on the coffee table.

“Angel sent them and a get well card for your mom.”

“That was really nice of him.”

“He still cares about you all very much,” said Willow receiving a glare from her best friend.

“I know, but it just won’t work out for us.”

“So, what about Donnie then?” asked Willow waggling her eyebrows.

“I don’t date clients,” Buffy said and walked out of the room.

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“Is there anything I can get for you?” Tara asked Joyce.

“No, but I would like a minute to talk with you just us if that is okay with you,” said Joyce.

“Of course,” said Tara sitting down in the chair near where Joyce was sitting.

“I can see that you care for Willow a great deal. I can also see that she cares a lot for you as well. I just want to know that her heart is safe with you. She hasn’t had the easiest go of things. I don’t know how much she has told you about her parents,” started Joyce.

“I love her to be honest. I know that Willow’s parents aren’t around and that you were more of a mother to her than her own mother was/is.”

“I’m glad that she has told you about that. I am also very happy to hear that you love her. She is very special to me and I just don’t want to see her get hurt. I also know that she loves what she is doing at TDM and I don’t want to see her jeopardize her job there by you two being involved and should this not work out.”

“Work is work and what is going on in our personal lives doesn’t influence what is goes on at work. My brother and my father are so impressed with the job that Willow has done since she started with the company that they know that they would be fools to get rid of her if we should be sucked into an alternate universe and her and I break up. Outside of work, I know that my brother and father are still getting to know her but they care for her a great deal as well. She has a way of making you love her without even realizing that it is happening.”

“I’m glad that I am not the only one that has noticed that about her,” laughed Joyce. “I am sorry if I made you feel like you were being grilled or put on the spot, but I love that girl so much and I need to make sure as best I can that she is taken care of.”

“I understand that you don’t know me and don’t know what to expect, but I promise you that Willow being happy is one of my top priorities.”

“I can’t wait to get to know you. I see a spark in you that tells me that you are a true soul. I respect that in a person.”

“Hey Mom,” said Buffy entering the room.

“Yes,” said Joyce smiling at Tara before turning to look at Buffy.

“Angel sent you a card,” Buffy said handing her mother the card.

“He is such a nice boy. I just don’t understand why you two couldn’t make it work.”

“We’ve been through that already,” Buffy said rolling her eyes.

Willow joined them in the living room sitting very close to Tara as the blonde wrapped an arm around Willows shoulders and pulled her close. Joyce saw this and how happy they looked together and it caused her to smile.

After lunch and a movie Joyce was ready to go lay down and rest. Willow and Tara decided that they were going to give the Summers’ their space.

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“Joyce loves you a lot,” Tara said as they cuddled together on the couch at her apartment.

“She’s amazing isn’t she?” asked Willow as she adjusted to face Tara.

“She is and I can’t wait to get to know her and the Summers’ family.”

“I can’t wait either. I would say I’d like you to meet my family, but I don’t know that it will happen anytime soon. I mean I haven’t heard from them in about three months.”

“I’ll meet them at some point Will, until then we have Joyce, Buffy, and Dawn to act as your family.”

Willow leaned over and gently kissed Tara’s lips causing the blonde to groan deeply and pull the redhead even closer.

“I love the way you kiss me,” said Tara.

“Funny, I happen to love kissing you,” said Willow her tongue poking out between her teeth a little bit.

“Then let’s stop talking and have more kis…” started Tara before she was pushed onto her back and she felt Willow laying on top of her, their bodies pressed together and then the redheads lips were pressed to hers.

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First things first; I do love this story!

Nice details you put in, like about staying at a hospital. Yeah, rest! Lights flicking on and off, everybody and their mother checking your vitals and whatevers.

Also I loved the descriptions of the four girls' separate thoughts when going in to see Joyce.

Another Saturday morning lifesaver, thank you! :bow

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Title: Meant To Be
Disclaimer: I do not own any of these Characters, just borrowed them and wish I did own them.
Rating: PG-13 – NC-17
Author: Branny72
Feedback: Pretty please…it helps me improve and if I get stuck it gives me ideas on where you would like to see the story go!!

Summary: AU – Willow is graduating from college at UC Sunnydale and has accepted a job with a company that is new in town. One night, while out with some friends Willow sees an attractive blonde who turns her life upside down. (No Vamps, No Hellmouth, No Magic...)

Authors Notes: Thank you to Willara4ever for all your help with this story. I appreciate your reading it and helping me with the idea.[/b]
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Chapter 23

“So, you are really going to be gone all weekend right? Friday through Sunday night?” asked Willow sitting on the couch with her laptop open.

“Yeah, I am really going to be gone all weekend. Jeez Will, it feels like you are trying to get rid of me,” said Buffy coming out of her room and sitting down on the couch next to her roommate.

“I am!”

“I’m going to pretend to not take that personally.”

“Buffy, you know I didn’t mean it like that. I just meant that, well, Friday is mine and Tara’s one month anniversary and I want to do something romantic and sweet for her,” said Willow nervously.

“Oooohhhh, you need a little sexy time,” teased Buffy.

“Don’t cheapen my anniversary Summers!”

“I wasn’t cheapening it, I was just simply stating a fact.”

“Fine, there will most likely be some sexy time in there,” conceded Willow.

“So, what are you planning? Give me details!”

“Well, I was thinking about getting dinner. I love her so I’m not cooking for her,” smiled Willow.

“Hey, you cooked for me for my birthday...does that mean you don’t love me?” pouted Buffy.

“No goober. You wanted grilled cheese sandwiches for your birthday dinner. I can make those, but I don’t feel that they are romantic enough for dinner on Friday night.”

“Yeah, probably not. So, what else are you planning?”

“Well, a candlelit dinner, maybe some dancing here to some slow music, some kissing, I’ll give Tara the gift I’m getting her, and then just spend some time being close.”

“That sounds amazing Willow. What are you getting Tara?”

“I’m going to get her a necklace I saw her looking at when we were at the mall the other day.”

“Wow, jewelry for the first month huh?”

“Yeah, she’s worth it,” said Willow getting a dreamy glint in her eye.

“Can I ask you something serious Will?”

“Of course.”

“How serious are you two really? I mean this is still so new and I adore Tara, but aren’t you moving a little fast? Doing that cliché lesbian thing.”

“Cliché lesbian thing? What the hell is that?” asked Willow sounding a little annoyed.

“I’m waiting for the U-haul to be parked outside and for you to move out. That cliché lesbian thing.”

“Buffy, I love Tara. This isn’t that new romance love. I feel it deep in my heart and soul that we were meant to be together. I look at my future and I see Tara. I can’t picture a future where her and I aren’t growing old together.”

“I just want you to be sure, I don’t want you ever hurt again like you were by Oz,” said Buffy who put her hand up to stop Willow from interrupting. “Let me finish. I know that Tara is nothing like Oz and that this relationship is very different. I’m your best friend, you are like a sister to me and I just want to look out for you and make sure that you are making the right choices.”

“I appreciate your concern and I understand your concern, but this is the real deal Buffy, I can feel it.”

“Well, then I guess you had either show me or tell me about this necklace that you are going to be getting this special woman.”

“Well, let’s go shopping and you can give me your honest Buffy the Fashionista opinion.”

“Buffy The Fashionista...that has a good ring to it. I think we are going to have to keep that. Do I get a tiara to go with it?”

“No, you don’t. You may get a t-shirt if you prove yourself worthy, but that is it.”

“Fine, we’ll work on the accessorizing later,” laughed Buffy as Willow hit her in the face with a pillow.

“Have you invited Tara to the Friday night romance?”

“Crap, no. Let me call her quick.”

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“Faith, what am I going to get Willow for our anniversary Friday?” asked Tara as they wandered the mall.

“Well, how serious are you? I mean it has only been a month.”

“I think she could be the one, no, not could, I know she is the one. We were meant to be. I feel it deep inside every time she looks at me, smiles, says my name.”

“Are you sure it isn’t gas?” joked Faith.

“Yeah I’m sure, you are the assy gassy one here,” said Tara bumping shoulders with Faith.

“Well, you could get her something personalized. A briefcase or something.”

“No, that is not a personal, I love you gift.”

“Well, what are you thinking?”

“Is it too early for jewelry?”

“For you first month? Yeah it might be,” said Faith.

“Well, I could get her lingerie,” laughed Tara.

“Now, that would be funny to see Red’s face.”

“It would be HOT to see her in…”

“Alright, get your mind out of the gutter. I need to be able to look at her without imagining that.”

“Fine,” said Tara as she heard her phone ring.

Tara pulled her phone out of her purse and smiled when she saw it was Willow calling.

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“Hey Sexy,” Tara answered the phone.

“Hey Gorgeous,” said Willow.

“What are you up to?”

“Well, I was calling to see if you would like to go on a date with me on Friday night for our anniversary?”

“Hmmm, sit home alone or spend the evening celebrating one month with the sexiest woman alive...hmmm, I’d love to go on a date with you, Sweetie.”

“Great!”

“Where are we going or what are we going to do?” asked Tara excitedly.

“That is for me to know and you to find out Friday night,” laughed Willow.

“Then how will I know what to wear?”

“Just wear something comfortable. T-shirt and jeans or a skirt would be fine,” said Willow.

“Okay. I can’t wait!”

“I can’t either. Now I have to go finish planning. I love you!”

“I love you too!”


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“Well, looks like I have a date on Friday. Time to find something new to um wear,” said Tara turning to Faith.

“So, where are you going?” asked Faith.

“She didn’t say, she just said to wear something comfortable.”

“So what are you interested in getting to wear for your date with Willow?”

“Let’s go see what secret Victoria is keeping today,” smiled Tara as Faith rolled her eyes.

“I don’t want to know that about you and Red. Come on Tara,” whined Faith.

“Suck it up. This is your ‘best friend’ duty!”

“Fine, but nothing too skimpy, I need to still be able to look you in the eye at some point,” laughed Faith as they headed into Victoria’s Secret.

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“Well, now that I have my date set for Friday I need to go get that necklace,” said Willow.

“Have you thought about what you are going to wear?”

“Um, I was thinking the leather pants and the low-cut red shirt we got when we went shopping last time.”

“Yeah, she isn’t going to keep her hands off you. I bet you’ll be lucky to make it to dinner before she rips your clothes off. Do you have sexy underwear?”

“I do actually,” Willow said smugly.

“Way to go Willow. Um, do I want to know WHY you already have sexy underwear?”

“I bought them...you know, nevermind,” blushed Willow.

“Well then on a less awkward note, lets go shopping!”

Buffy and Willow set out for the mall to get Tara’s present.

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“Alright, now that I know way more about your underwear than I care to, what are you going to wear?”

“I was thinking those black jeans that I got when we were in Boston last summer, my silk button up, and that black vest you got me for Christmas.”

“All great choices that I think are going to make Red explode. Now we need to figure out what you are going to get her.”

“What if I get her a…” started Tara.

“What if you get her a what?”

“Hey Sweetie,” said Tara hugging and kissing Willow quick as Buffy joined them.

“Hi Baby,” smiled Willow trying to conceal the bag she had in her hand.

“Hi guys,” said Buffy taking the bags from Willow’s hand. “I’ll take my packages back now. Thanks for holding them for me.”

“So, what brings you guys to the mall?” asked Faith with a smirk.

“I needed a new outfit,” Buffy said quickly.

“What are you two doing here?” asked Willow taking Tara’s now free hand into her own.

“Just looking. I got a couple things for Emily,” said Faith trying to explain the bags she was now holding.

“Well, we should get back to shopping,” said Buffy trying tease the awkwardness of the situation.

“Yeah, we should get going too,” said Faith.

Tara hugged Willow and they exchanged ‘I love you’s’ and they each went their own way to finish their shopping.

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“That was awkward,” said Faith as they arrived back at Tara’s apartment.

“Yeah, I felt like a teenager caught by my parents breaking the rules,” laughed Tara as they sat down in the living room.

“Yeah, like you have EVER done anything that would resemble breaking the rules.”

“Um, do you remember the night in high school when we snuck out and used those fake id’s to get into that gay dance club? What was it call…”

“Oh yeah, ‘The Smitten Kitten’ right?”

“Yeah, that is the one,” blushed Tara.

“Really T, you are still blushing over that night?”

“Yeah,” said Tara as he eyes glazed over and she remembered that night.

“Come on Tara, we have to go tonight,” said Faith.

“You want me to sneak out of the house and go to a gay bar? Faith, my parents would kill me if they knew I did that.”

“No, they would ground you for sneaking out, they would kill me for taking you to a bar.”

“And you think this place is worth risking that?” said Tara as she opened her closet and started looking for something to wear.

“Yeah, I do. Come on, I have heard so many good things about ‘The Smitten Kitten’.”

“What kind of a name is that anyway?”

“Use your imagination,” giggled Faith as she stood and picked out Tara’s outfit for her.

Tara changed into the tight jeans and cutoff t-shirt that Faith had picked out for her, then she put on the leather bikers jacket Faith had brought for her to wear to give her more of an edge. After they were both ready they climbed out of Tara’s bedroom window and down the ladder Faith had placed along the side of the house earlier.

“Are you sure these ID’s are going to work?” Tara asked nervously.

“Positive, just don’t act all nervous and shit,” Faith said confidently.

They got to the bar and there was a line of people waiting to go in. Faith saw the bouncer waving to them.

“Come on,” she said taking Tara’s hand and pulling her along.

“Faith, good to see you again. Is this your girlfriend?” asked the bouncer.

“She wishes Ronnie. Tara this is Ronnie, Ronnie my best friend Tara.”

“Nice to meet you,” said Tara shaking the man’s hand.

“Go ahead and go in,” he said waving away their ID’s and letting them into the bar.

“How exactly do you know HIM?” asked Tara as they entered the bar and the dance music started to envelop them.

“I may have been here before…” Faith said sheepishly.

Tara laughed and told Faith she had already guessed that. They found a table and the waitress brought them each a soda. When they said they hadn’t ordered them she told them that it was on Ronnie. Faith mentally noted to thank Ronnie on their way out.

They danced a few time and just as they were discussing leaving the DJ announced that it was time for the monthly strip show. Tara was on her way back from the restroom when the show started. By the time she got to their table the man on the stage was down to his last garment.

“We really need to go,” said Tara.

“Yeah, we better go before he loses the last garment,” said Faith as a thong flew from the stage, over her head and landed on Tara’s drink as she was preparing to take one last sip before they left.

“Hey baby, that means either you go next or you get to choose who goes next,” called the DJ from the side of the stage as the spotlight was directed at Tara.

Tara was beyond embarrassed and Faith wasn’t helping by laughing hysterically. Tara took the thong and tossed it to one of the men in line who was waiting to go on stage. The guy ran over and hugged and thanked her and then she and Faith made their way to the door. Faith was still laughing as they exited.

“Ronnie, thank you for the drinks,” said Faith and Tara mumbled thank you as well, still trying to quell the embarrassment.


“I still think that was the single most embarrassing night of my life,” laughed Tara.

“Well, I’m going to head out and let you wrap Willow’s gift. I’ll see you at work tomorrow.”

“Thanks for going shopping with me today,” smiled Tara as she let her friend out and locked the door.

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Friday arrived and Willow got up early to make sure that she had everything in line for the anniversary celebration.

“You’re up early,” said Buffy as she came out of her room with her carry-on bag.

“I just want to make sure that everything is perfect for tonight.”

“Will, you’ve been planning this for days, it will be perfect and even if it isn’t, Tara loves you and you are going to be together. I thought you said that was the important part?”

“I know, but it’s our first anniversary celebration,” blushed Willow.

“Well, I have to head to the airport. Everything is going to be perfect,” said Buffy hugging her best friend.

“Thanks Buffy,” said Willow.

“Oh, and Happy Anniversary Will. Tell Tara I said happy anniversary to her as well.”

“I will. Let me know when your flight gets in.”

Buffy left and Willow set out the candles she had bought at the mall the other day. She made sure that there were an ample amount of candles in every area of the apartment since her only plan for the night was being close to Tara.

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Work passed excruciatingly slow for Willow and Tara. They had only seen one another in passing as they both had several meetings throughout the day. When Willow got home she quickly showered and changed into her outfit for the night and then lit the candles. Just as she was lighting the last candle there was a knock on the door. Willow answered to find Connor standing there.

“Hey Wills! Damn you look amazing! I have your order here and Buffy said to give you a bottle of champagne as well,” said Connor as he brought the stuff in and put it in the kitchen.

“Thanks so much Connor,” said Willow following him into the kitchen.

“So, you have a hot date tonight?”

“Yes, I do. I will tell you all about it another time.”

“Come on, just a hint?”

“No! Now get out of here,” laughed Willow as she shoved Connor out of the door and went back to put dinner in the oven to stay warm and finish lighting the candles.

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Tara stood outside Willow’s apartment gathering herself. She didn’t know why she was so nervous, but she was. She knocked on the door and heard Willow rushing to the door.

Willow opened the door and her mouth dropped when she saw Tara standing there. She couldn’t believe how sexy, and gorgeous the blonde looked standing there in tight fitting black jeans, a dark green silk button up shirt, with a black vest open.

Tara was equally stunned when she saw Willow in the black leather pants and the low-cut red shirt.

“Wow,” Willow said breathlessly as she motioned for Tara to enter. It took the blonde a couple seconds to respond.

“Wow, is an understatement on how amazing you look,” Tara said to Willow as she closed the door and Tara continued to rake her eyes over the redhead from top to bottom. Willow took Tara’s hand and led her to the living room. As they walked Tara’s eyes were drawn to Willow’s butt and the way that the leather pants accentuated the curves.

Willow turned when they reached the living room and smiled when she saw where Tara was looking.

“See something you like?” she smirked.

“No, I saw something I love,” said Tara pulling Willow into her arms and kissing her passionately. Her tongue seeking and being granted entrance into the redheads mouth as her hands reached down and grasped the redheads butt and she pulled their bodies closer. Once their bodies touched they both moaned in pleasure.

“Happy anniversary,” whispered Tara when they finally broke the kiss.

“Happy anniversary,” Willow said leaning in and giving the blonde a chaste kiss. “I love you!”

“I love you too,” replied Tara.

“Dinner is ready whenever...you...are ready...to eat,” said Willow as she tried to keep from rushing the blonde into her bedroom. This wasn’t helped by her feeling Tara’s hands on her butt, her hips, roaming up her sides and back.

“Are you dessert?” said Tara seductively.

“Oh baby,” said Willow pulling the blonde into another passionate kiss. As she pulled her lips away from the blondes she trailed kisses along Tara’s jawline and then down her neck stopping at Tara’s pulse point.

Tara tilted her head allowing the redhead better access. Willow kissed her way up Tara’s neck to her ear and whispered, “I want tonight to be perfect. Let’s have dinner.”

“Tonight is perfect because we’re together,” said Tara as they made their way to the table.

Willow pulled out Tara’s chair and poured them each some champagne and then went into the kitchen and retrieved the two plates that Angel had put together for them.

“Wow, this looks amazing,” said Tara as Willow placed the plate in front of her.

“I told you I couldn’t cook, but I had Angel make us a Chicken Marsala with garlic mashed potatoes and veggies.”

“It looks divine Sweetie,” said Tara taking a sip of the champagne. “The champagne is amazing.”

“That was a surprise from Buffy.”

They ate and discussed their day, when they were done Willow quickly cleared the dishes and they moved towards the living room. As they passed the stereo Willow turned on the music softly. They sat on the couch and kissed, softly, not deepening the kisses, but enjoying love that they felt coming from the other. Willow heard the music change and ‘I Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’ came on.

“Dance with me?” she asked standing and offering the blonde her hand.

“Always,” said Tara as she let herself be led away from the furniture.

Willow wrapped her arms around Tara’s waist and the blonde wrapped her arms around the redheads shoulders and they held the other as close as they could and swayed to the music. The song ended and they continued to hold one another through the next one both feeling how complete they were in the others arms.

They separated after the second song and moved back to the couch. Willow pulled out the gift she had gotten Tara. She was nervous, but she knew that it was something the blonde wanted and that it would be something she could display daily.

“Tara, this has been the most amazing and intense month of my life,” started Willow using the hand not holding the gift to cup Tara’s cheek and her thumb to trace the blondes cheek and lips. “I didn’t know I could love someone as much as I love you. I have never felt as loved as I have from you. You make me complete. I know it may see fast, but I wanted you to know how I feel. I love you.”

Tara smiled at the redhead and turned her head and kissed the palm that was cupping her cheek. “I love you too!”

Willow handed Tara the small rectangular present. Tara’s eyes traveled from the present to Willow’s eyes and back. She could see the love that the redhead had for her. She slowly pulled the tape off the ends and then the piece holding the back seam together. She looked up and saw a smirk on Willow’s face.

“What?” asked Tara.

“You are so cute the way you are trying NOT to rip the paper,” said Willow.

“It’s pretty paper,” said Tara sticking her tongue out at the redhead. Tara slowly opened the black velvet box and saw the necklace she had looked at earlier. She was shocked. “Willow, how?”

“I saw you looking at it the last time we were at the mall together.”

“Sweetie it’s gorgeous,” said Tara looking at the White Gold Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl with Diamond Accent Pendant Necklace Willow had gotten her.

“I got the right one didn’t I?” asked Willow getting nervous as the blonde was just staring at the necklace.

“Yes you did. Come here,” said Tara as she leaned forward and kissed the redhead. “I love it and I love you.”

“I got you something too,” said Tara pulling a similar looking rectangular present out of her purse and handing it to Willow.

“This looks strangely familiar.”

“It does,” smiled Tara as she watched Willow painstakingly pull the tape off the package. “You are doing this on purpose aren’t you?”

“You betcha,” smiled Willow as she opened the box and saw a White Gold Diamond Free-Form Pendant Necklace. “Tara, this is beautiful.”

“I guess we thought alike. I wanted you to be able to wear something from me at work and this gets closest to your heart. You said that you feel like I complete you. Sweetie, you definitely complete me as well.” Tara gently pulled Willow closer, their foreheads touching. “You are my everything. I don’t care that it has only been a month, I know what I feel and I am yours and you are mine. I love you Willow.”

Tara took the necklaces and put them on the coffee table her eyes never leaving Willows. Once their hands were free she brought her hands up and cupped the redheads face and pressed their lips together.

Willow groaned at the intensity of the kiss. The kiss filled her with love and desire. Willow brought her hand up and cupped Tara’s face and then ran her hand back through Tara’s hair and down to the blondes neck. She pulled Tara closer, their lips moving in synchronization, their breathing becoming ragged.

“Take me to bed,” Tara said pulling out of the kiss briefly.

Without saying a word Willow took Tara’s hand and led her into the candlelit bedroom. Tara noticed that Willow had a rose in a vase on the side of the bed. Willow led Tara towards the bed stopping next to and locking their eyes together. Willow slowly removed the vest that Tara was wearing, she then started to unbutton the blondes shirt, gently kissing the newly exposed skin. Willows eyes grew wide when she saw the lace bra that Tara was wearing. She could feel the heat inside her growing. Willow knelt down to get the last buttons of the shirt. She looked up to see Tara staring down at her with desire reflecting in her eyes. Willow carefully unbuttoned Tara’s pants, lowered the zipper and kissed Tara’s stomach and down to the top of the matching lace panties. Willow lowered Tara’s pants, the blonde stepping out of them. Willow then ran her hands up the back of the blonde’s legs causing Tara to shiver with desire. Willow stood and leaned forward and brushed her lips over the blondes. The touch was so soft that it almost felt as if they hadn’t touched. Willows hands were caressing Tara’s back, her butt, her sides.

“Oh Willow,” gasped the blonde as she felt Willow’s lips on her neck and moving towards her pulse point.

Tara allowed her hands to roam the redheads body while she enjoyed the affections from Willow. Tara couldn’t take much more, she needed to get the redhead naked and have her body covering Willows. Tara slowly removed Willow’s shirt revealing the red silk bra. Tara ran her hands over the redheads stomach and cupped her breasts feeling the nipples grow hard at her touch. Both women groaned at the rush of sensation exploded through their bodies. Willow felt her breath catch as Tara gently massaged her breasts teasing the nipples with her thumbs.

“Tara,” whispered Willow causing the blonde to smile.

Tara ran her hands down Willow’s stomach to the edge of her pants. Tara deftly unbuttoned and unzipped the pants, shoving them down less graceful than Willow had done. Tara’s hormones were on overload. She noticed that Willow’s bra and underwear matched as well. Willow stepped out of her pants and saw the dark blue in Tara’s eyes telling her how turned on the blonde was.

“You are so beautiful,” said Tara before leaning and capturing Willow’s lips. Without breaking their kiss they made their way onto their sides on the bed. Their hands roaming the others body.

Willow unhooked Tara’s bra as they broke their kiss. Tara managed to remove the garment as Willow pushed her onto her back. Willow leaning over Tara bent her head down and kissed each of the blonde’s erect nipples causing the blonde to arch into the redheads touch. Willow used one hand to massage one breast while kissed and lavished the other one with love. Willow changed and lavished the other breast with love.

“Willow,” moaned Tara arching into the redhead’s touch as one of her hands went to the back of Willow’s head pulling her tighter to her chest.

Willow felt the blonde nudging her and bringing her up so that they could kiss. While their tongues danced in their well choreographed dance Tara unhooked and removed Willow’s bra before her hands cupped the redheads breasts teasing the now erect nipples with the palms of her hand.

“Oh god...Tara...that feels so good,” groaned Willow arching into the touch and moving her left leg in-between the blondes legs.

Tara rocked her hips into the redheads thigh. Willow’s breath caught feeling how wet the blonde was. Willow pulled away from Tara and quickly divested the blonde of her panties and removed her own before settling on top of the blonde again now with them both naked.

“I love how you feel on top of me,” said Tara as she felt Willow’s thigh pressing against her again.

“I love feeling you against me,” said Willow as they began rocking their hips together.

Willow leaned down and captured Tara’s lips. The kiss becoming deeper, Willow felt her breasts pressing into Taras. Tara rocked harder into the redhead causing Willow to arch back in ecstasy. As Willow leaned back Tara captured one of her nipples in her mouth and sucked on it hard causing Willow to cry out.

“Tara...yes!”

Willow leaned forward again making it so the blonde could no longer kiss her breasts. Willow captured Tara lips and thrust her tongue in the blondes mouth.

“Oh…” gasped Tara pulling out of the kiss.

“Yes…” said Willow as their hips rocking together was becoming more erratic as they were nearing the edge.

“Now?” asked Tara as Willow nodded they both felt themselves climaxing.

Willow collapsed on top of Tara. They were both gasping for air.

“I...know...we’re still...new at this...but I think...we’re getting better,” panted Willow.

“Oh...yes,” replied Tara.

“I...love you,” said Willow as her breathing was starting to recover.

“I l-love you too,” replied Tara kissing the redhead.

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TBC…

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Yeah.......Buffy might wanna start advertising for a new roommate because it's coming...lol

Sweet Anniversary dinner and the sexy time was awesome.

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Yeah.......Buffy might wanna start advertising for a new roommate because it's coming...lol

Sweet Anniversary dinner and the sexy time was awesome.

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