Meant to be. Book 1. (COMPLETED)

Chapter 23. Gateway.

Selena strolled through the airport, hand in hand with her girlfriend Eugenia. She couldn't help but feel relieved that nobody had bothered them.

As they walked, Selena's smile grew wider. She looked over at Eugenia was practically bouncing with excitement.

"I'm really excited," Eugenia exclaimed.

"I can't wait to spend quality time together," Selena replied, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

"I have a few surprises in store for you," Eugenia teased.

"You're full of them lately," Selena said, kissing her cheek and squeezing her hand.

"I know, babe. I realized this is our first official trip since we got back together," Eugenia explained.

"I can't wait to be lazy for a bit," Selena said, looking around and taking in their surroundings.

As they made their way through the airport, they were greeted by their driver, who held a sign with their names on it. She smiled.

"Right this way, ladies," He said, leading them to a luxurious limo.

"Thank you," Selena said as he loaded their bags into the trunk.

"You're welcome," He replied with a smile before starting the car.

As they settled into the plush seats of the limo, Eugenia couldn't help but admire Selena's beauty. She smiled widely.

"Babe, you are so fucking cute," She said, lifting Selena's hand to kiss her knuckles gently.

"Aww, baby," Selena blushed, unable to hide her smile.

"I love you so much," Eugenia whispered, resting her head against Selena's shoulder.

"I love you too, gorgeous," Selena replied, kissing the top of Eugenia's head softly.

"I'm so tired from the plane ride," Eugenia yawned, closing her eyes.

"Then take a nap. I'll wake you up when we get there," Selena promised.

"Okay, babe," Eugenia said, snuggling closer to Selena.

As the car came to a stop, Selena gently shook Eugenia's arm, making her open her eyes. She rubbed her eyes a bit.

"Come on," She said, helping her out of the car and grabbing their suitcases from the trunk.

"I can carry that," She insisted, determined to take the suitcase from her.

"I want to do this for you," She said, holding the suitcase tightly and intertwining their fingers.

"Suit yourself," She replied, walking confidently into the elegant hotel lobby with her.

They approached the front desk. She locked eyes with the receptionist.

"Room for two, please," Eugenia requested, as the receptionist checked the computer.

"Here it is, Room 132 on the fourth floor. That's where you'll be staying," He said, handing her a key card.

"Thank you," Selena said, flashing the receptionist a small smile that made her heart skip a beat.

They made their way to the elevator, and Selena pressed the button, eagerly waiting for the doors to open. As they stood there, she suddenly felt a strong pull, and her heart raced as she heard her name whispered into her ear.

"Selena..." She breathed, pulling her closer.

"Oh my god, babe! You scared the crap out of me!" Selena exclaimed, leaning into her embrace but still frowning.

"I'm really sorry about that," She apologized, planting a gentle kiss on Selena's cheek.

"It's okay," Selena reassured her.

"Yeah..." Eugenia murmured, spinning her around to capture her lips in a soft, passionate kiss.

"Have you seen the room?" Selena asked, breaking the kiss.

"No, I haven't. Maybe we should take the stairs?" Eugenia suggested.

"Let's go then," Selena agreed, leading the way up the stairs.

Eugenia entered the hotel room, closing the door behind them and placing the suitcases on the ground. She made her way to the bedroom, sat down on the bed with a contented sigh.

"I really needed that nap in the limo," She admitted, smiling warmly at Selena.

"I'm glad you're well-rested," She said, opening the mini fridge and grabbing a water bottle before sitting down on the bed next to her.

"I'm hungry," She said, smiling.

"I'll order room service then," She said, taking a sip and standing up to place the bottle on the table.

"Thanks. I'm going to take a shower while we wait," Selena said.

"Okay, I'll wait for the food," She said, calling room service.

Eugenia ordered room service for them and paid the worker when it was brought to their room. She placed the food on the table as Selena walked in with a towel around her waist and looked at her.

"That smells really good," She said, smiling wide.

"It really does. You look beautiful, baby," She replied, kissing her cheek.

"Thank you," Selena said, getting dressed.

"You're welcome," Eugenia said.

"Can you turn around?" Selena asked, looking at her.

"I've seen you naked before many times," She pointed out.

"Well then, I'm going to get dressed now," Selena said, dropping her towel and looking for her clothes.

"I'm going to the hall," She said, excusing herself and walking out of the room.

Eugenia knew she shouldn't be embarrassed to see her girlfriend naked and still felt weird about it. She shook herself off and walked inside the room.

"Are you okay, babe?" Selena asked, gently slipping into a shirt and jeans.

"I'm fine, Selena," She replied.

"You can talk to me," Selena insisted.

"It's nothing," She responded.

"I'm here for you if you want to talk about anything," Selena assured her.

"I know you are," Eugenia replied, wrapping her arm around Selena's shoulder.

"Do you want to eat something?" Selena asked, resting her head on the crook of Eugenia's neck.

"Of course," Eugenia replied.

Selena and Eugenia began to eat, engaging in a heartfelt conversation about the future of their relationship. They laid on the bed.

"Let's go to sleep, baby," Selena whispered, pulling her close.

"Good night," Eugenia said, holding her tight.

She closed her eyes, feeling safe and loved. She soon drifted off to sleep.

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