Rehearsal and a New Take
As the lesson ended, Duru waited for Melis in the school's backyard, a feeling of indescribable excitement fluttering within her. Melis appeared, her worn guitar slung over her shoulder. Ekin and Baran were with her. The three of them walked together towards the damp garage in the back street of the school. In the dimly lit garage, illuminated by a single bare bulb, cables, amplifiers, and rebellious posters on the wall caught the eye. In the corner, Berk was waiting for them behind his drums.
Melis introduced Duru to Ekin, Baran, and Berk. Ekin gave a short nod in response to Duru's shy gaze, while Baran said "Welcome" with a sincere smile. Berk, twirling his drumsticks in the air, energetically shook her hand. When the rehearsal started, Duru watched Melis as if hypnotized. Melis's confidence in holding the guitar, her passion while playing the notes, and the raw energy she created with her voice thrilled Duru to her core. Ekin's guitar skillfully accompanying Melis's melodies, Baran's bass guitar adding depth to the songs, and Berk's drumbeats that she felt almost physically, transported Duru to a completely different world.
After the songs ended, Duru leaned towards Melis with admiration.
Duru: "Melis, listening to you... it's so beautiful."
Melis (with a wry smile at the corner of her mouth): "Listening? Watching isn't bad either, you know."
Duru (looking into her eyes): "I can do both. And I can do them very well."
Ekin and Baran chuckled between themselves, and Baran interjected:
Baran: "Looks like we have a new fan, Melis."
Melis shrugged slightly, "Maybe," she said, her gaze lingering on Duru for a brief moment longer.
Rising Tension by the Pool
Duru told Melis and the others about the party she would be having at her friend's villa with a pool and invited them. Melis and Baran accepted immediately, while Ekin was hesitant at first but couldn't resist Melis's insistence, "It won't be the same without you." Berk said he couldn't make it because he had an important date that evening.
Duru quickly wrote a message to her mother, saying she would be staying at a school friend's house. Melis asked Duru to send her location, saying they would pick her up in two hours in a flashy car driven by Aslı.
At the specified time, a luxurious car pulled up on Duru's street. Melis, Ekin, and Baran got out. Melis was wearing a backless, deep-cut black silk dress. The fabric of the dress shimmered in the light and perfectly hugged her body with every movement. Ekin, as always, created a cool vibe with his dark, stylish clothes, while Baran waited in a relaxed but attractive manner.
When they arrived at the villa, they were greeted by loud music and colorful lights rising from the garden. A large group of young people were around the pool, sipping their drinks, dancing, and chatting. Melis introduced Duru to her friends. Zeynep gave Melis a knowing look, while Defne sized up the unfamiliar girl next to Melis from head to toe. Okan warmly extended his hand to Duru, welcoming her.
As they started drinking, Duru tasted real alcohol for the first time. She wrinkled her nose at the first sip, making Melis and Baran laugh with amusement. Melis offered her a sweet cocktail.
Drunken Laughter and the Allure of the Water
As the hours passed, the atmosphere became even more lively. The music got louder, and the number of dancers increased. A few drunk youngsters jumped into the pool with their clothes on. Melis came to Duru's side with a glass in her hand, a mischievous glint in her eyes.
Melis: "Don't you think we need to cool off a bit, beautiful?" (Her voice was almost a whisper.)
Duru's heart raced. She couldn't resist the invitation in Melis's gaze. They held hands and walked towards the pool, jumping into the cool water together. When they surfaced, soaking wet, their laughter mingled.
After getting out of the pool, they let themselves go to the rhythm of the music in their wet clothes. During the chorus of a song, their eyes met. At that moment, the crowd and noise around them faded away. Melis slowly approached Duru and placed a long, passionate kiss on her lips. Duru responded with surprise. The kiss deepened, their breaths mingling. When they broke apart, both of their cheeks were flushed, and their lips were wet.
Late into the night, some of their friends left, tired. Melis, Duru, Ekin, Baran, Zeynep, and Okan remained at the villa. Melis and Duru, despite their tiredness, couldn't bear to be apart and went to the same room.
The Whisper of Skin and First Discovery
When they entered the room, the warm light of a dim lampshade illuminated the space. The electricity between them was almost palpable. Melis sat on the edge of the bed and looked at Duru meaningfully.
Melis (slightly drunk, whispering): "Duru... are you really sure? Maybe... you're drunk."
Duru (tremblingly taking Melis's hands, looking into her eyes with determination): "Melis... I want you. Only you."
Melis couldn't resist any longer at these words. She leaned in and kissed Duru's lips again. This kiss was much deeper, much more meaningful than the one by the pool. They clung to each other passionately. Slowly, they began to shed their wet clothes. As their skin touched, shivers and excitement ran through their bodies.
Melis left warm kisses starting from Duru's neck down to her shoulders. Duru trembled at Melis's touch. As Melis's fingers wandered across Duru's back, Duru ran her hands through Melis's hair. Mutual whispers, moans, and the sound of skin rubbing against skin filled the room. Melis broke away from Duru's lips and looked into her eyes. At that moment, both of them felt they were stepping into a new chapter of their lives.
Melis kissed Duru's lips again as she gently laid her down on the bed. Her touches were bolder, more exploratory. Duru reciprocated Melis's actions in the same way. Late into the night, the two young women lost themselves in each other's bodies, reaching the peaks of pleasure and passion.
The Sleepiness of Morning and a New Bond
When Duru woke up in the morning, she was lying naked in Melis's warm embrace. The events of the previous night slowly came back to her mind, and her cheeks flushed with embarrassment, but at the same time, she felt an indescribable happiness inside. Melis was also awake and had noticed Duru's mixed expression.
Melis (with a soft smile): "Good morning, beautiful."
Duru (hesitantly): "Good morning..."
Melis reached out and caressed Duru's bare shoulder. Duru shivered at Melis's touch.
Melis: "Is everything alright?"
Duru nodded and snuggled into Melis's chest. "Yes... it's just... it was incredible."
Melis held her tighter and kissed her hair.
Melis: "Everything will be incredible with you."