Im all out of Chardonnay, but I do have an absolutely brilliant Merlot here, said Helena following Tina into the kitchen. Of course, I could call for another bottle of white, if you prefer.

No, no, Im really not supposed to have more than a glass anyway, said Tina while leaning over the wet bar watching Helena open the bottle and pour herself a glass. She surreptitiously ran her eyes over Helenas body and was surprised at the level of attraction and desire she was feeling. She suddenly realized that she had not thought of Bette in hours, and then cursed herself for thinking of Bette.

Come out to the balcony with me, invited Helena. Perhaps we might be privy to a bit of fresh night air, although this polluted city seems to have a scarce supply.

Its not that bad Helena, said Tina, LA just takes a bit of getting used to. It really can be a lot of fun, and the people are very nice.

So Ive found, murmured Helena while taking Tinas wine glass, now filled with sparkling water, out of her hand and putting it with her own on the balcony ledge.

Helena held Tina at arms length for a moment, looking into her eyes. She slowly enveloped her in her arms and again brought their lips together. This time Helena did not want a lingering lip kiss, she wanted a full-blown open-mouthed passionate exchange with the gorgeous woman in her arms. Tina did not resist, but rather encouraged Helena by putting her arms around her shoulders and pulling her even closer. Tina ran her hands down Helenas back and rested them on her hips, pulling her body into her own, feeling the firm roundness of her abdomen sinking into Helena. Tinas tongue entered Helenas mouth and deliciously explored the brunette, gently biting and sucking her bottom lip, causing Helena to gasp in pleasure. Tinas hand was running through Helenas hair, holding her head tight and unable to move from Tinas grip. Helena, not expecting this behavior from her lovely new friend, let herself be brought to higher levels of arousal every minute of this exchange.