The Next Step
LGBTQ+ Romance; A sweet little story about making love "official" by Katie Kent
“So, we’re actually doing this?” My heart thumps in my chest.
Sophie reaches out and takes my hand in hers, entwining her fingers with mine. “Yes.” She plants a kiss firmly on my lips. I kiss her back, not wanting it to end.
She pulls away. “It’s the next step in our relationship, Bella. That’s as long as you’re ready?”
I twirl my hair around my finger, trying to calm the wave of anxiety coursing through me. “Yes. Let’s do it.” I hope I sound surer than I feel. Once we’ve done this, there’s no going back.
She gives me a smile that lights up her face, and it reassures me. One thing is for sure- I’m really into this girl. I’m ready for this.
She turns towards the computer, her fingers tapping on the keys. “Okay. It’s done.”
Taking a deep breath, my eyes focus on the words on the screen. ‘Sophie Anderson and Bella Reid are in a relationship.’
This piece makes me appreciate the beauty of flash fiction!