Safe

Nicole woke up, hearing the soft snores from Maria.

'She's so cute when she's sleeping. Not much of a bitch either. I know I'm here to do my job, but man she's so attractive. Her tan, tone legs, flat belly. She has a beautiful face. I just wonder why she's so mean. She has looks, money, great career.'

"Could you stop looking at me like that?" Maria woke up to Nicole eyeing her body. She had to admit she hadn't felt that wanted in years.

"Sorry, I was...I was just thinking." Nicole was never one to get caught up on words. 'Thinking about you under me screaming my...'

"Joanna will be here soon. We should get ready."

Nicole watch Maria walk pass her, her ass swaying slightly. She followed her up the stairs, Maria went to her room and Nicole headed to the bathroom. She started the shower, getting in she felt relieved as the water cascaded over her body.

Maria was in her room. She heard Nicole get in the shower. 'Who knew her body looked like that. It's like it was photoshopped. Her skin is so tan and smooth. She's actually really pretty. She has that rugged look about her. Those eyes, they just pull you in. Like you're swimming in an ocean. I hate to admit that she's sexy. Oh! and the uniform, the fit and the look she brings to it...'

Maria felt a jolt in her groin. Her body started to heat and her hands roamed her body. Slowly over her breast, down her flat stomach to the waistband of her underwear. A tiny moan escaped her mouth. "Hey, Maria is everything ok in there?"

Maria looked over at her clock, twenty minutes had passed as she thought about Nicole's body. "Yes, I'll be out in a second."

'What the hell am I thinking. I cannot do this. I cannot feel this way about a woman. It's wrong.'

Maria put on her suit, holding the jacket in her hand. She took a deep breath, trying to control her breathing. She open the door slowly walking down the hall. She reached the bottom step and saw Joanna and Nicole waiting by the door. Nicole felt, heading to the car.

"Maria, Are you ok?" Joanna asked.

Maria shook her head, her mind roamed back to minutes before. A slight blush formed on her cheeks. As she and Joanna sat in the back seat, she felt Nicole's body heat on her.

"Maria, I'll be sitting in the front with the driver. The guys at the office have prepared the security needed." Nicole smiled at her.

Trying to keep the smile off her face she said ok. Nicole shut the door and took her seat. They headed to the office. Maria sighed and slumped in the seat.

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Nicole was waiting outside of the office, talking to Jesse. "Nic you look different."

"What? What are you talking about?"

"Come on, like you don't know." Jesse smirked.

"No, I don't know." sarcasm seeping from Nicole's voice.

"You had sex with her."

"J are you insane! She's my boss."

"So, that never stopped you before. Remember?"

"No, I'm not that person anymore. Now be quite! Here she comes."

Nicole watched as Maria's legs gleamed from the sun. Her hair was flowing with the light breeze.

"Oooo here comes Nic's girlfriend." Jesse teased.

"Get lost. And, she's not my girlfriend!"

Jesse smiled and ran to her post. Maria walked up to Nicole.

"Who's not your girlfriend?" she asked Nicole.

"Uhh, no one. My friend was just playing games. I know not to bring that around you." Nicole felt her cheeks heating.

"Oh. Well we can head back to the house. I'm really tired."

"Yes ma'am." Nicole opened the door for Maria letting her body settle. The ride to the house was quite. Not awkward but comfortable. As they pulled up Nicole got out, helping Maria to her feet.

"Is there anything you need?" Nicole asked.

"No."

"Well, tonight I'm going out but I have the best officer I know coming to watch you."

Maria was quickly overcome with worry. She wanted to know who is new guy was. "Where are you going? ....I'm sorry, you don't have to tell me. Who's this officer?"

"His name is Wilson. I taught him at the academy."

Maria shook her head, trying not to show the pout in her face. She walked in to the house, sitting down in front of the tv. Nicole went up to her room changing for her night out with Jesse.

Maria walked to the kitchen, taking out food to cook. She started on the salad when there was a know on the door. Her breath was caught in her throat and her body stiffened. Gripping the knife in her hand, she slowly made her way to the door. She was halfway there when Nicole came down the stairs.

"Maria," she called out,"What are you doing?"

Letting out a breath she hadn't known she held in, "Som...someone is at the door."

Nicole slowly placed her hand over Maria's. "Hey, it's ok. It's just Officer Wilson." She unwrapped Maria's clenched fingers and took the knife. She placed it on the table. "If you don't feel safe with him I can stay here. My job is to make sure you're safe."

'Why is she being so nice to me? I've said so many mean things and she's just nice. I guess it's her job, but...'

"Maria. I will stay here if you want me to." Nicole said, pulling Maria from her thoughts.

"No, I'll be fine."

Nicole shook her head and opened the door. She let Wilson in and gave him the information needed. She walked back to where Maria was standing. Nicole squatted meeting Maria's eyes. "If you need me call. I'll come back. Wilson is a good man."

Nicole stood up and headed out the door. Maria had a frown on her face seeing her leave. She couldn't understand why, but when Nicole left she felt cold. Even when she was mean to Nicole she noticed her beauty. She walked back to the kitchen not bothering to talk to Wilson. He wasn't Nicole.

*******

"J I don't feel right just leaving her. I know she's a bit much but, she looked like a sad puppy."

"Ok, Nic. We are out for a night of fun. You work too much anyway. Here drink this and dance!"

Jesse shoved Nicole a drink pushing her on the dance floor. Before she could protest, Jesse had waved over some girls. They trotted over, turning to grind on Nicole. One girl, however, caught her eye.

She was small with brown hair and green eyes. A small smile played across her face. She held up her hand waving Nicole over.

"Hey, I'm Nicole."

"I'm Arizona."

Nicole shook her hand, taking a seat beside her. The two of the began talking.

"So you're the bodyguard if Maria Valdez? That job must be hell." Arizona laughed.

Nicole tried hiding the frown on her face. "Actually, she's really sweet. Once you over look the whole homophobia thing."

"So, have you tried to, you know, get with her?"

"What?! No, she's so not my type. Plus she's married."

"Oh. So what's her husband like?"

Nicole looked at Arizona. She thought she recognized her. Not saying another word she got up from the table. She could hear Arizona calling her back. She walked over to Jesse who had some one night stand in her arms.

"I'm leaving."

"What? Nic I thought you and that girl hit it off."

"No, I just don't feel up to this. Maybe another time."

Nicole walked out of the bar. 'How could I be so naïve. Is the media that desperate?"

Nicole got on her bike, heading back to Maria's.

*********

Maria was watching tv. Wilson was walking around the house, checking for intruders. She could help but compare him to Nicole.

'Nicole didn't walk around like this. What is he even doing. If Nicole was here I wouldn't feel alone. She actually wanted to get to know me. Or at least I think she did. I wonder what she's doing now.'

A pang of jealously shot through Maria. All she could imagine were girls touching Nicole. Her face turned red in anger. 'No! Maria get yourself together. You do not feel jealous of this woman. You have John. You're straight.'

She repeated the line over and over again. After the tenth time, she heard a motorcycle pull up outside. She looked over to Wilson who walked to the door opening it slightly.

"Hey you're back early." He said.

"Yeah, I'm tired."

"If you need me to stay I can. You know, so you can sleep."

"It's ok. I'll be fine. Thanks again."

Maria couldn't see who it was. She saw Wilson leave out and she stood, about to follow him before she saw Nicole. She had a slight grin on her face. "You're back." She hope she didn't sound too excited.

"Uh, yeah. It wasn't as fun as I thought. Why are you up, it's late."

Nicole locked the door taking a seat next to Maria. "I wasn't tired. And tomorrow is my day off."

Nicole nodded. "So, what are you watching?"

"My favorite movie. Blood In Blood Out."

"Never seen it. Could I watch with you?"

"Sure."

Maria got up turning out the lights and taking her spot next to Nicole. She couldn't help but look at Nicole's body. She turned back to the movie pushing her thoughts aside.

She would not let this woman corrupt her.

*****

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-M