Desire and regret
Summary: It's the day after the night before. How are Sienna and Jackie feeling about their new years eve kisses?
Book/Pairing: Open heart, Ethan Ramsey x f!MC (Cecilia Gibson), Bryce x Sienna, Jackie x Gary (😂)
Category/Rating: Fluff/ Teen
Warnings: Mentions being drunk
Word Count: 2100
Disclaimer: Characters owned by Pixelberry
A/N: I hadn't planned on writing this fic, but felt that my New Years Eve fic needed a follow up. Read it here or if you don't fancy reading it, the general gist is that Sienna kissed Bryce at midnight and Jackie kissed Gary.
Apologies for the boring header picture, I'm not feeling 100% today and just couldn't be bothered 😆
New years day
Beep, beep, beep, beep.
Cecilia fumbled around trying to find her phone to switch off the alarm. The sound was most unwelcome, as a wave of tiredness washed over her.
After managing to silence the noise, she rolled over to find Ethan looking at her, bleary eyed.
"Morning," he mumbled with a smile.
"Morning," she replied leaning across to press a kiss to his lips.
"I thought you weren't starting work until midday today? It's only..." he glanced at his clock, "...8am."
"I know, but I need to go and get some fresh clothes before I start. I can't exactly rock up at the hospital in my clothes from last night. As much as I would fully enjoy flaunting the fact I had spent the night with you, I don't think it looks very professional," she replied with a smirk.
"Hmm, I suppose you have a point," he chuckled.
She thought about mentioning keeping some clothes at his apartment, but then reminded herself that such a suggestion could only be followed by a conversation about their future after the hospital closure, and that wasn't something she wanted to be thinking about right now. She didn't want anything to taint the memory of the night of passion they had just shared.
She sat up and slowly swung her legs out of the bed, before letting out a groan.
"You okay?" Ethan asked, placing his hand on her bare back. "Hangover?"
"No, I didn't drink that much last night. Other than the champagne, I only had a glass of wine." She turned to face him. "My aches and pains are from what happened once we got back here," she grinned.
"I would say I'm sorry, but I enjoyed it way too much to have any regrets," he said with a sly smile.
"Oh no, it was definitely worth it," she giggled before grimacing. "But put it this way, I'll be getting constant reminders of it all day."
"I'm sure you'll feel much better after a hot shower," he said, trying to comfort her.
"Yeah, probably. I just wish that was something you could be a part of, but I really should head home."
"Okay, I'll get ready quickly. I may as well head straight to the hospital after I've dropped you off."
***
30 minutes later, they pulled up outside Cecilia's apartment building.
"Thank you for last night, I really enjoyed it." There were so many things unsaid, but she pushed them to the back of her mind as she tried to enjoy her last moments alone with him, not knowing when the next chance would be.
"So did I, immensely." He pressed a soft lingering kiss to her lips, before they reluctantly parted.
"I'll see you later," she said with a hint of sadness as she started to get out of the car.
"I hope the others aren't suffering too much today," he said.
Her mood lifted slightly as she thought back to the kisses they had witnessed the night before. "Yes, it's going to be an interesting day," she smiled, before making her way towards the building.
***
She quietly opened the door to the apartment, knowing that her friends had also arranged to start their shifts later in the day. The silence she was met with told her that they were all still in bed.
She took the opportunity to make herself a coffee and enjoy the silence before the inevitably busy day ahead.
After about 10 minutes Sienna's door creaked open. Cecilia turned to say good morning to her, but instead came face to face with Bryce.
"Oh, hi Bryce," she said, trying to contain a smile.
"Cecilia, hi," he replied, looking uncharacteristically sheepish.
Sienna came out of her room after hearing her voice. "Cecilia. I didn't hear you come in..." a blush crept up her cheeks.
"I was trying to be quiet, I didn't want to disturb anyone," she smirked.
"This isn't what it looks like," Sienna defended.
Bryce looked at Sienna and she widened her eyes at him. "No, not at all," he added, turning back to face Cecilia.
"Oookay." She looked back and forth between the two of them, taking great pleasure in seeing how awkward they were both acting.
Bryce grabbed his jacket, "I'd better get out of here, my shift is starting soon and we all know they couldn't possibly cope without me. Bye Cecilia." Sienna walked him towards the door and he gave her a peck on the cheek before leaving.
Once the door was shut, Sienna turned slowly to face her friend.
"Not what it looks like you say?" Cecilia teased.
"Sorry, I wasn't expecting to see you. I didn't really want to talk about it in front of Bryce, you know how cocky he can be. I didn't sleep with him though, well...we didn't go all the way anyway."
"It's okay Sienna, we don't have to talk about it if you don't want to."
"No, it's fine. You're my best friend, who else am I going to talk about it to." She sat herself next to Cecilia on the couch. "I've never done anything like that before. I'd usually have at least a couple of dates with some one before doing anything, you know, sexual."
"It's not like Bryce is a stranger though is it. You've known him quite a long time now."
"I know, but I've never looked at him in that way before, the whole thing is a bit out of the blue."
"How are you feeling about it? Was this just a one off, or are you going to see where things go?"
"I honestly don't know. I'm not sure if I see Bryce as boyfriend material, he's a bit of a player isn't he. Although, he was really sweet last night. After we...did stuff, we talked for ages. I've never really spent time with him like that before. To be honest, I really enjoyed the whole night." She started to giggle.
"What's so funny?"
"He's, umm, really good with his hands."
"Yeah..." Cecilia chuckled, as she momentarily thought back to their housewarming party.
"Oh crap, I completely forgot you and he had a thing. Oh god, is this really awkward for you?"
"No, not at all. I enjoyed the time I spent with Bryce, but it didn't last long because I had feelings for Ethan."
Sienna nodded with relief.
"Look, I know you think he's a player and yeah, he is flirty and he's had casual relationships, but don't let that put you off him. During the time we spent together, he made me feel really special and as a friend he makes me feel really special, he's been there for me on so many occasions. He's a really sweet guy Si."
"Yeah, I know. I just need some time to think about it. Since Danny died I haven't really looked at anyone in that way...it just feels a bit strange. Bryce may not even want this to go any further anyway."
"Well, that would be his loss, you're a total babe," she giggled. "You deserve to be happy Sienna, whether that's with Bryce or someone else, or on your own."
"Thanks Cecilia," she said, wrapping her arms around her. "Did you have a good time with Ethan? I got so distracted that I didn't really see much of anyone else after midnight."
"Yeah, we had a really great night," she smiled. "Did you see Jackie at all last night?"
"Not much. I know she got a cab home around one. Bryce made sure she got in there okay, she was pretty wasted."
"Oh, that's good then." The lack of shock over Jackie's unexpected kiss with Gary obviously meant that Sienna hadn't seen it happening.
"Is she still in asleep?"
"Yeah, we might have to wake her up soon, and the others."
As if she had heard what they were saying, Jackie suddenly came bounding out of her bedroom, fully dressed.
"Oh hey Jackie."
"Morning. Can't stop, I'm off to work."
"Oh, okay. I was going to make some breakfast, are you sure you don't want anything before you leave?" Sienna asked.
"No, it's okay. I'm going to grab a coffee on the way in, busy day ahead. See ya." And she was gone.
"Well, that was weird," said Sienna, turning to Cecilia.
"Yeah...she seemed very chirpy for someone who had a lot to drink last night."
"Yeah, but she doesn't tend to get a lot of hangovers does she. I meant, she was acting a bit odd."
"Yeah, I suppose," she shrugged, before quickly trying to change the subject. "I'd better get in the shower. See you in a bit."
***
Later on that day - several hours into her shift - Cecilia was on her way to the cafeteria for a quick break. She was walking down a corridor when she spotted Gary walking in the opposite direction, carrying a big bunch of flowers. With a strong suspicion as to who they were meant for, she waited for him to pass her, before quietly turning around and following him.
A few moments later, she noticed Jackie standing at a nurses station. She glanced up and spotted Gary walking towards her, her eyes widened at the sight. After a quick look around to make sure no one was looking, she shoved Gary into an empty examination room.
Cecilia crept over to the door and stood as closely as possible, so she could listen through the slightly ajar door.
"What are you doing Gary?" Jackie demanded.
"Bringing you flowers."
"Why?"
"Because you're beautiful Jackie and I had a really great time with you last night."
"Eurgh, don't mention last night and it's Dr. Varma to you," she snapped.
"I was hoping to take you on a date Dr. Varma," he said, with hope in his voice.
"No, no, no. Never in million years. I was wasted last night and apparently made the most questionable decision of my life. Why would I ever go out with you. I can't even..." She threw her hands up in disgust, before storming towards the door.
Cecilia didn't have time to move out of the way before Jackie was standing before her.
"Were you listening to that?" she barked.
"Umm...yes."
Jackie sighed in despair.
"But, I already knew what happened last night. Ethan and I saw you kissing."
"Well, that's just great. Does anybody else know?"
"I don't think so. No one said anything at home this morning and I haven't heard anything being said here today."
"Well, that's one good thing I suppose."
"If you're so angry about it, why'd you do it?" Cecilia asked cautiously.
"I don't know. I was drunk, he was there. Maybe I had a moment of temporary insanity."
"You were a bit harsh just now though, don't you think?"
"Really?! He thinks I want to date him now."
"I know, but you could have let him down a bit more gently. You still have to work with him for the next few months. Look how sad he is Jackie."
They both looked through the gap in the door to where Gary was standing with his head hung forward, flowers dangling by his side.
Jackie let out a loud sigh. "I suppose." She made her way back into the room.
"Gary, look, I'm sorry for how I reacted just now. The flowers are lovely," she said reaching out to take them from his hand. "You just took me by surprise, that's all."
He looked up at her, hope creeping back onto his face.
"But," she said abruptly. "I can't date you. You're my intern and it wouldn't be appropriate. Sorry."
"That's okay, I get it. We can still be friends though?"
"Yeah, sure. Why not," she said apathetically.
Gary obviously didn't notice her tone, as he beamed at her.
"Much better," Cecilia remarked as Jackie joined her outside the room.
Jackie rolled her eyes, while biting back a smile.
A moment later, Gary followed behind. Jackie stopped him, before he walked away.
"Gary, just so you know. Mention last night to anyone and I will kill you," he nodded compliantly, a hint of fear in his eyes.
"Very nice," Cecilia commented as Gary walked away.
"And the same goes for you," she smirked.
"Hey, I wouldn't dream of it," she replied with a chuckle.
Jackie walked over to the nurses station and plonked the flowers onto the desk in front of a couple of nurses.
"These are for you. Happy New Year."
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