Thread: Where We Left Off (ClearSight and Javorcek)

The past week had been exhausting. It started out innocently enough, a busy schedule of work, hellish workouts, and barely enough time to squeeze in a good meal much less have nightly rendezvous, but it turned into so much more. Alessa found herself smitten, and trying way harder than she ever imagined to spend every spare second with Clarke. It had started normally, competition and sex being the driving factor behind all of their interactions, but it turned into something else during the week they spent together. It changed from booty calls to meals in and even a dinner date, from awkward teasing and reluctant admissions to comfortable nights spent in the same bed. Clarke even stood up for her. Danikas shitty ex crossed a line and Clarke protected her. Even though she prided herself on being self-reliant it was a welcomed gesture, one that made her smile like a fool when she thought about it. The entire week was non-stop activity, but Alessa didnt regret any of it. Sleep was overrated. The only problem was, after it was all said and done, she was freaking out. The week was to be followed directly by the ski resort, a trip she had been looking forward to and one that included the adorable tiny ones, Danika, and some real relaxation after a week of long hours. By all means she should have been thrilled, and she was, but her week with Clarke was the source of restlessness. For all of the fun and romance, which was an entirely new experience for the two of them, they never actually talked about any of it. Were they dating? Was it just a week of unbridled fun meant to be forgotten once it was over? Or, maybe she had read too deep into it all together. She didnt know, and while she remained cool and collected on the surface, Alessa had always been the type to overthink. She was found herself dreading the answer, not knowing what to expect. After all, how ridiculous would it be if things were serious? They were Well, they were rivals, enemies even. Would it even make sense for her and Clarke to be involved? Alessa sighed, looking uncharacteristically distracted as she sat in the lobby of the Mont Blanc Resort. Myra was getting them checked in and Alessa, well, she was staring out the window aimlessly, barely able to register what was going on around her. The usual energy and flair gone. She wasnt even wearing fancy clothing, just some jeans and a cute high-neck sweater, giving her less of her usual glamour but making her look absolutely adorable. If not for the numerous bags by her side it would be easy to forget she was so high-maintenance. Myra walked back to her side with two room keys in hand, holding one out for Alessa and waving it in front of her when she failed to respond. Are we waiting here for everyone to arrive? Myra was looking forward to seeing Danika so she was a tad impatient, catching Alessas attention and then immediately asking after everyone else. No, I think we were all going to meet up once everyone arrived, but Ill have to ask Danika or Clarke. Alessas voice trailed as she pulled out her phone and stared at her call log. It was mostly Clarke, well that and various work numbers. She hesitated as her finger hovered over the name, and after a moment of internal struggle she locked her phone and stood up. Lets get settled in first. Ill see if Danika and the kids made it once we do.