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Y/N Pov
“Excuse me sorry” I say trying to wave down the bartender squeezing myself in between the crowded bar.
“No problem.” the stranger says, whistling at the waiter to grab his attention.
“Thank you” I said, turning towards him. “Wait a second, you're Alec Bohm right? Third baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies.”
“Yes I am” Alec nods a bit surprised you recognized him.
I instantly felt awkward and nervous talking to him. “Oh I’m sorry you’re probably trying to be discreet aren’t you, I’ll just get my drink and get out of your hair, sorry” the bartender takes my order but i am interrupted by Alec.
“Put her drink on my tab” he says “it's okay. What's your name?”
“Y/N, it's nice to meet you.” I said shyly, suddenly feeling very nervous.
I receive my glass of wine but don't make a move to leave, unsure if I should stay or go.
“Have a drink with me?” Alec asks, almost sensing my hesitation.
“Are you sure? Aren’t you here with someone?” I ask looking around the bar searching for someone he might be here with, while awkwardly twirling my glass in my hands.
“Positive. And no I’m not here with anyone. Are you here with someone?” Alec asks me also, glancing around the room.
“Oh no.. I’m not here with anyone.” I say finally looking up at him. His eyes are brighter than they look like on the television. His golden curls, loose, falling around his face. The scruff on his face makes his chin look sharper. I can't help but stare.
“So you are here all by yourself?” Alec asks curiously.
“Yeah, I had a long day” I say as I blush Alec’s eyes on my face.
“Oh damn. What do you do?” Alec asks.
“I’m currently between jobs right now but I’m in school trying to get my degree.”
“Oh ok. What are you studying”
“I’m studying to get my masters in media” I say, answering his questions. “Why are you here all alone, Marsh didn't wanna hang out?” I tease taking a sip from my wine, feeling the effect of the alcohol role through my system.
“I’m here to blow off some steam after the game.“ Alec says, taking a sip of his drink.
“Didn’t wanna be the first one to say it but It was pretty bad” I trail off. Testing the waters of the dynamic we have created, hoping he doesn’t find my bluntness rude.
“Yeah that game was rough for sure”
“Sorry” I mumble grinning at Alec over the rim of my wine glass.
“No don’t be” He says smiling “It’s refreshing to hear someone be so open and honest with me, most aren’t. You don’t have to walk on eggshells around me I won’t bite”
I can’t help but laugh at his words, smiling up at him. Alec laughing along with me. I feel my heart skip a beat the moment he smiled at me
“You’ve got a pretty smile “ Alec says, in almost a whisper as if it wasn't something he meant to say out loud.
“oh ..I.. thank you” I smile, my face reddening. “Yours isn’t that bad either” I tease as I take a sip of my drink trying to calm myself down. I can’t help but notice how close Alec is to me and how his eyes keep darting around my face.
“Just not bad?” Alec gasps, faking offense. “Well that’s a real kick to a man’s ego” he says chuckling. Without realizing it, I moved a little closer to him. I could smell the strong scent of his cologne. My mind starting to wonder as I breathed it in. I feel Alec intense gaze on my face as I break the silence downing the rest of my drink and calling the bartender over for another round “
Alec's Pov
This girl is beautiful. From the second my eyes fell on her when she slid in next to me I haven't been able to tear my eyes away from her. Her smile lighting up the room around me. Anyone else would have been shocked or offended by her bluntness but I was amused. She wasn't like those other girls that only wanted to butter my ass up and were too afraid to tell me the truth. I took another sip of my drink trying to push the thought out of my head, I could feel the butterflies in my stomach and I felt like a damn kid again. ‘Good.. you’re gonna need it’ I think to myself as you call the bartender over. As the bartender starts to pour our drinks I get a better view of you from the side. Your short red dress hugging your body perfectly shows off each curve of your hips. ‘Damn.. not only was your face beautiful but you had a killer body to go with it.’ I could feel my eyes trailing up and down admiring your curves, my mind going crazy.
“Here for you” Y/N says, sliding a glass over to me.
“Thanks.” I say as I take a sip, still admiring you and as you raise the glass to your own lips. My mind was going crazy, my eyes still tracing up and down your body, taking in every inch of you.
“So what are your plans after school?” I ask, trying to distract my mind.
“I’m not sure yet I’ve always dreamed of doing sports media you know but I wouldn’t know where to start.”
“You’d be good for the job” I say as I take a sip. “And you said you were between jobs right? What were you doing before?” I ask curiously as I look you over, my eyes tracing over your body again. ‘This was gonna be a long night.’
“Well I had the same job in a kitchen since high school but I finally parted ways with them and I’m trying to find another job in media somewhere but so far no luck” She say taking another sip of her wine,
“Well if you don't find anything maybe I could help you out try and get you an internship with the Phillies”
“Oh my good you’d do that? But why?” she asks in disbelief.
“I like you. You are kind and just the type of person we like to have on our staff. Plus you look like a very.. hard worker” my eyes roam up and down your body again, noticing the curve of your hips.
“Is there a double meaning behind that sir.” she teases taking a slow sip from her wine glass.
I nearly spit out my drink at your response. ‘Damn.. is she flirting with me? Or was she just joking.. I couldn’t tell.’ I felt a wave of heat flood up to my face, my heart beating like crazy as I tried to remain calm.*
“Maybe..” I respond, trying to be coy, taking another long sip of my own drink. I was starting to lose control, and we had just met. Why did this girl have this effect on me?
Y/N Pov
I can’t help but grin at Alec’s reaction. Maybe it’s the wine talking or my sudden boost in confidence as I watch Alec’s eyes travel up and down my body. Tearing my eyes away from his face to look around the room. I noticed it had become more crowded in the bar.
“How about we get out of here, there's so many people and you probably don’t wanna get recognized.” I say
“You’re right “ Alec says as he glances down to his watch checking the time. “Is it wrong to say I don't want this night to end quite yet”
“Oh it's not over yet. We are just going somewhere else.” I say smirking at him. Watching as his face flashes with amusement and confusion.
“So where to?” He looks at me expectantly.
“There is a really small bar around the corner that a friend of mine owns. It's a hidden gem I promise. Nice and small, never super busy, and drinks are half price after midnight. Would you wanna head there? I promise no one will recognize you. Well except for my friend, the owner, she is a die hard Phillies fan. But I promise she won't tell anyone where you are at all. You'd be safe to go there whenever.”
“Sounds great. Lets go” Alec says as he stands paying his tab and leading me out of the bar.
Alec Pov
The idea of having somewhere to go and still spend time with you was too good to pass up. “Let’s go” I say as I pay the tab, and stand up to leave. I gesture out the door and wait for you to walk out first, my eyes lingering on your body for a few minutes before leaving.
“Thank you” she says, smiling up at me as I hold the door for her.
“Of course “ I say as I place my hand on the small of your back, leading her out the door. My head was a mess, I was trying to play it cool and keep my mind from wandering, but this wasn’t helping. ‘Why was my hand on your back?’ I ask myself, your skin was so soft, I just wanted to touch more, feel more of you. ‘This was bad, I needed to play it cool’ I feel her tense under my touch. I lift my hand slightly off of her, applying less pressure. I watch as she relaxes again. I rest my hand on her back again but this time she doesn't tense but rather leans into the touch. She glances over her shoulder to look up at me. Her eyes sparkling in the light from the sleeping city. The walk to the bar is silent but comfortable, neither of us feeling the need to talk. I knew I was pushing the line by touching you but I couldn’t help myself. The feeling of your body under my hand was enough to drive a man crazy on its own. I rub my thumb gently across the open skin of your back, feeling the weight of your back against my palm. As we walked to the bar in silence, I could feel the tension between us, the air thick with the words left unspoken. I was trying so hard not to look at her, for fear of losing my train of thoughts, but I couldn’t help but steal glances at her profile. We finally arrive at the bar and I follow her inside. I noticed the small venue, it wasn’t very busy and no one else was around.
A moment later, I see a petite blonde girl standing behind the bar, she looks up as we enter, her eyes immediately going to me. Her face lights up at the sight of me, looking me up and down with a shocked expression on her face.
“BOHM!” she gasped. “OH MY GOD Welcome please come in.”
“Hey Nikki I brought you a surprise” Y/N says smirking.
“Do I even want to know how you managed to fucking meet ALEC BOHM?” The blonde continues to beam in my direction, clearly excited to see me here.
“I can explain later” Y/n says smirking, sending her friend a wink.
I glance at you with a smile on my face, amused by the sudden attention I was receiving.
"Hi I'm Nikki" she says as she approaches me offering her hand.
I took her hand and shook it.
“Nice to meet you Nikki”
Nikki, snapping back into her owner role, leads us over to a table in the corner of the bar, handing me a beer and wine list as well as a menu.
As Nikki walks away from the table Y/n turns to me
“I probably should have warned you that she had a big fat crush on you. If you couldn't tell.”
I glance at you with amusement, “I couldn't tell at all” I say sarcastically.
“How do you know her?” I ask curiously.
“She's my best friend. We grew up together and spent all of school together. She had gone to the same college but dropped out when her dad passed and took over running the bar” she says smiling proudly. I listened intently as you explained your relationship with Nikki, I was impressed that she had taken over her family’s business at such a young age.
“That’s really impressive. But I am sorry to hear that” I say sincerely.
“It's okay she was pretty close to him but she is doing good. Being able to spend a lot of her time here makes her feel closer to him. The first time she ever watched a Phillies game was sitting at that bar during the world series when she was 6. She’s been attached to the Phillies and this bar ever since. It’s her happy place.”
I smile as you tell me the story of Nikki and her father. A new appreciation for Nikki.
“Thank you” I say as Nikki returns with our drinks.
I notice the way she looks at me, her eyes dragging over my body. I glance at you as she does it, her eyes lingering a little too long. I couldn’t help but feel slightly awkward and self-conscious.
Y/N Pov
"Okay Nikki control yourself he's my date right now" I tease as Nikki rolls her eyes.
"My apologies Alec" she says before leaning down to whisper in my ear. "You better screw him and tell me all about it or you are dead to me." I can't help but giggle at Nikki's demand. I glance up to see Alec's confused yet assumed look. I pray that he didn't hear that. I can't help but blush at Nikki's bold comment. After a moment of silence Alec speaks up, curiosity getting the best of him.
“I’m sure that was an interesting conversation you two just had,” he says, teasing me, as he looks between the two of us.
“Oh it was very interesting” I giggle as Nikki winks at me before returning to the bar greeting a few other regulars who had come in.
I watch how Alec’s eyes stare as I take a sip of my wine. His eyes linger on my lips as I lift the glass to my mouth. I can feel my whole body heating up.
Alec’s Pov
I couldn’t help but wonder what the hell you were whispering about to each other, watching as your friend leaned down and whispered something, the smile on your face and her smirk not helping to keep my mind from wandering. Every little move you made sent a wave of heat through me. ‘I needed to control myself, jeez I’m acting like a teenager,’ running a hand over my face to try and mask my emotions. I clear my throat, trying to distract myself, and look around the bar. The place was small but had a cozy feel to it. The dimly lit atmosphere was comfortable, and there was soft music playing in the background. I had never been to a bar this small before, I was used to fancier, more expensive places. But I had to admit, the atmosphere was nice. I look over at you, taking in the way you fit in here perfectly. You were so pretty, but the way you carried yourself felt so natural.
"If you had known about this place all along why had you ever come to the other?" I asks Y/N as I sip my drink
"Well as you can see this isn't the best place to meet people" She says looking around at the few regulars at the bar counter.
I chuckle at your response, taking another look around the small bar.
“I guess that’s true” I say, realizing there really were only a handful of people in here. "So you were looking to meet someone" I say slowly looking at her over the rim of my glass, nervous I might overstep. Y/N looks from her glass at me as if she's contemplating what she is going to say next. After a few seconds she smirks and says,
"What can I say a girl has needs" slowly taking a sip of her own drink.
I nearly choke on my drink at your comment, my eyes wide with amusement. My mind falling into the gutter. ‘HOLY SHIT this girl is gonna be the death of me.’
"Well now. I appreciate the honesty" I say, trying to keep my mind from going crazy. Hearing you admit that was driving me crazy. I couldn’t lie to myself, I wanted you. But the idea that maybe you felt the same was intoxicating.
Y/N Pov
"NOT that that's what I'm planning here..you know…." suddenly feeling shy and embarrassed by my blunt response.
"Hey it's okay" He says, taking another sip. "Honestly is always the best policy" enjoying the flustered look on my face.
"Now what was the real reason you were at a bar all by yourself? And don't tell me it's because of the game because I know you and marsh are roommates and could have easily drown your sorrows together in the comfort of your own home." I question. When Alec looks up at me I swear the world around us stopped. His eyes burned through mine.
"What can I say a man has needs" Alec grins, using my previous words against me.
"O-oh" I stutter, my face instantly reddening, turning to look away from him. I swear Alec must enjoy the way his words throw me off balance, by the way he chuckles, a grin spreading across his.
Alec Pov
Seeing the way your face blushed at my words was doing nothing to help control the feelings building inside me. I needed to push further, to tease you more, to see how you'd react, to see how far I could push until it goes too far. If only to keep myself sane.
"Cat got your tongue?" I ask, a smirk playing on my lips.
"I... Alec.." She stumbled over her words caught off guard. Seeing her falter at my words was enough to drive me crazy. The way her face flushed and she stammered as she attempted to speak was so cute. I lean forward, getting close enough to whisper in her ear.
"You know you're even hotter when you're flustered" I say slowly, my voice thick with amusement. I don’t even try to fight the desire that’s building inside me. I couldn’t hold back anymore, I needed to know what you’d do, I needed to see how far this could go as I continued pushing further. Your shyness was driving me wild, the flush of your face and the way you avoided looking at me was nearly my undoing.
"Did I make you speechless?" I say quietly, my eyes roaming your face, my gaze lingering on your lips. She blushed and looked away, trying to hide her embarrassment as her body heats up under my gaze.
"Alec" She mutters almost out of breathe
“Stop looking away” Alec says quietly, his voice strained with desire. She lifts her eyes to my own. She looks ethereal at this moment, her eyes glazed over. I nearly groan as your eyes meet mine, I could see the desire in your eyes as you look at me. The way you glanced at my lips was making me crazy, I wanted you, I needed you.
“You’re killing me” I say lowly, my voice rough with want. I could tell you were trying to hide your embarrassment but your body was betraying you, your breathing was hitched, your chest rising and falling ever so slightly faster.
Y/N Pov
I gasp softly at his words. I can't believe that I am having this kind of effect on him. I fidget with my wine glass in my hands before he softly grabs my one hand in his own. My hand is so small in his, soft and smooth compared to the rough and collapsed skin.
"I don't know what to say" I whisper watching as Alec's fingers dance across the top of my hand.
“You don’t need to say anything,” he replied quietly. “Just don’t look away from me again” I look up at him through my eyelashes, his voice low and rough with desire. He continues rubbing his thumb on the top of my hand, moving it to my wrist now, tracing circles across the skin. Alec slowly raises my plan to his lips staring into my eyes as he presses a soft kiss to the top of my hand.
"Such a gentleman" I tease as a smile breaks across his lips.
“You know I do try” he says, playing along as he continues to hold my hand. His thumb on the inside of my wrist feeling how fast my heart is racing.
Alec’s Pov
I can’t help it, knowing I’m the one that’s made your body react this way is intoxicating. I feel the booze finally kicking in, my own pulse rising and my body heating up on top of the effects Y/N has on me.
"Alec.. it's getting late" she whispers.
At your mumbled mention of the late time, I glance at my watch, realizing just how late it actually is.
“I guess you’re right” I say quietly, not wanting this night to end.
We both rise from the table waving a goodbye to Nikki and promising that I will come back sometime. Stepping into the cold night air outside the bar, neither of us make a move to leave. I stop for a moment standing in front of you, close enough to smell the sweet scent of your perfume on your skin.
"I can't help but want this night to continue." I say, probably looking like a sad puppy. The sound of the city filling the air as I look at you.
"I feel the same way" She says quietly, taking a step closer, our bodies mere inches apart. I feel a rush of heat flow through me as we make eye contact, the desire I felt for you nearly overwhelming. I can’t resist and move closer, slowly raising my hand up to cup the side of your face in my hand.
“Alec” she says her voice coming out in a low gasp, as he caresses her cheek.
I take in the sound of your gasp, your breath hitching, the sound nearly driving me crazy. I can’t help but continue to touch you, my fingers gently gliding across your skin, feeling how soft you are under my touch. My eyes don’t leave her, watching the way I make her react as my hand gently traces her jaw.
"Y/N… can I kiss you?" I whisper my eyes staring into hers waiting for her consent. I watch as she looks up at me, my eyes locked on hers. ‘I need you to say yes, I need to feel your lips on mine.’
“Please” I say, my voice strained with need. “Let me kiss you”
"Yes Alec, kiss me" She says leaning into my touch as our lips connect. Sparks flying through my body.
Y/N Pov
I feel my legs become weak but Alec catches me wrapping an arm around my waist holding me close to him as his hand moves from my cheek to the back of my neck as he deepens the kiss. I can't help but let little noises and moans escape my lips as Alec’s fingers twist in the hair at the base of my neck. My own arms going up to wrap around his neck twisting my hands in his long hair.
Alec’s Pov
I can’t help but grip the back of your neck, my fingers twisting in your hair, holding you tight against me as I deepen our kiss. I can feel your hands gripping my hair, and I have to restrain myself from groaning lowly against your lips.
"Alec" she gasps out as I break the kiss, allowing us to catch our breath. Hearing my name fall from your lips nearly made me lose any self-control I had remaining. Seeing you breathless and flushed made me want you even more.
"Come home with me" I ask, bringing my thumb to caress her lips wiping away the smudged lipstick.
Chapter two smut possible.