The hopeful smile that was on Tess’s face then turned into full on beam when Luke agreed to dance with her. He sounded just as eager as she felt to be able to get a little closer. And dancing was the perfect opportunity to do that. Thanks to the alcohol that helped to loosen them both up, anyway.<br/><br/>His fingertips touched the smooth space between her shoulder blades and led her to an empty section of the dance floor. Tess enjoyed the press of his fingers and the feel of his skin flush against hers. The music was pumping and making her bones rattle as they approached. There were some oscillating lights which stained the people in splashes of bright hues.<br/><br/>Once they reached a secluded enough spot, Tess turned to face Luke and started to rock her body side to side, slowly swaying to the beat of the song. Her hips rocked side to side as she moved slightly closer to him so that his hands could easily grip onto her, if he wanted.<br/><br/>Astrid and Annie were in the process of pouring drinks and getting cake when a huge, towering figure approached and asked what the cake was for. Astrid audibly sighed in annoyance and Annie kindly jumped into an explanation. “Our dearest friend just got a divorce. So, we took her out to celebrate.” Astrid glared at the guy, hoping to get him to leave. But fucking Annie didn’t shut her mouth. “Do you want a piece?”