I met Sharlene through, what now is, the usual way - online dating. Does anyone even meet the old fashioned way anymore? A stolen glance in the street. The subtle exchanging of smiles in a cafe over a cappuccino. That moment when your eyes meet with theirs and your stomach turns over and erupts into a volley of butterflies filled with anticipation of what's to come. But enough musings longing for a world long gone.

We didn't chat long online, nor did we waste countless weeks with endless texting and phone calls. I asked Sharlene to meet for a drink and she said yes without hesitation. I actually prefer it this way. You can only get to know someone so much via text message, facebook and talking on the phone. We all have our online facades that protect our true selves from the public eye.

Anyway, back to that amazing whirlwind of a night. As usual, I was running late. Also getting turned around as to the location of the pub thanks to google maps lying to me. As I walked around trying to find the address, I frantically texted Sharlene to let her know I was lost, running late and not standing her up. She was a laid back person, patiently telling me to take my time and relax.

I walked into the pub and locking eyes with her for the first time. Sharlene's whole face lit up when she saw me. Score one for me. I guess my photos were accurate enough for her to recognise me straight away. I slid into the seat next to her and began the daunting small talk. How was your day? How's work? And so forth. There was so much noise in the pub, I couldn't hear what she was saying to me. A little frustrated I sat there and nodded, pretending to listen. When she asked me questions, I had to lean in very closely in order to hear her. I took advantage of situation and placed my hand on her thigh. She smiled an enigmatic smile and covered my hand with hers.

Her touch sent an electric charge through my whole body. Goosebumps coursed across my whole body. My heart began to race with anticipation for what the night held. As much as I try be expectation free, I did hope that I would at least get to taste her soft lips.

I leant in and began to ask her a question, which for some reason only got so far as the word, "So?" She took the initiative and brought her lips to mine. Our lips met softly, tentatively moving together, softly exploring each other. The kiss started to intensify and my hands found her long hair, using it to bring her even closer to me. I felt a sharp intake of breath from her as I did this and the kiss deepened. We forgot where we were for a moment, locked in a place where only the two of us existed. Eventually we parted for a moment to catch our breath.

"Well, that was unexpected." I smiled at her.

"I thought I'd take a chance." Sharlene replied, her voice slightly throaty. "Looks like I made the right choice."

Her words made me smile. "Indeed you did. Did you want to go outside for some fresh air?" I asked.

"Sure." She stood and offered me her hand. We both picked up our drinks and headed to the outdoor seating area.

We settled ourselves, chemistry charging the air between us. Sharlene looked at me, taking all of me in the dim light. I looked back at her, my heart racing, not quite believing what had happened.

"Why are your boobs sparkly?" She asked, laughing softly. They are? I looked down and so they were.

"Ah, well that was an accident," I replied sheepishly. "It's my body lotion. I didn't realise it would turn me into a twilight vampire."

"It's cute." Sharlene smiled. She reached around my shoulders and pulled her close to me again, bringing my lips back to hers. The kiss was more languid this time, like we had all the time in the world to get to know each other.

"Eh! What's going on here?" A mans voice asked belligerently, snapping us out of our private world.

"Building rocket ships." I snappily replied back to him. He looked taken back by my retort and hung his head.

"Sorry ladies." He said with contrition and faded back into the shadows. Sharlene and I exchanged a look, which turned into giggles at the absurdity of the situation.

"Come on Astryd, let's go for a walk. " Sharlene said, as she slid off the bench seat. I followed her willingly and we set off down the street holding hands.

We walked and talked, getting to know each other better, until we made it to the beach. The night was balmy, with a cool breeze coming off the ocean. The sky was clear and scattered with stars, the sea sparkling under their reflection. It was perfect. We strolled along the sea shore, enjoying the isolation and each other's company, listening to the waves crashing against the sand.

We came across a line of beach houses and decided to take a moment to sit on the steps and breath in the ocean.

I looked at Sharlene, reaching up to tuck a strand of her hair behind her ear.

"You're so amazing. I can't believe that I met you." I breathed, not knowing what to expect. The anticipation of not knowing what was going to happen made my tummy butterflies go into overdrive. A million different scenarios raced through my mind. This could play out in some many ways.

"No you're amazing." She replied, locking eyes with me. She held my gaze for a moment, her eyes searching mine for clues as to how to proceed.

I took the initiative, following her lead from before, and cupped her cheek in my palm bringing her lips to mine, sneaking an arm around her waist to pull her even closer to me. Her body moulded into mine, fusing against like it had been there before. Her arms tangled around me as we kissed. Our tongues meeting in an elegant dance, that slowly increased in tempo. Her hands began exploring my body as mine did hers, slowly at first, then became more frenzied. It was like we just couldn't feel enough of each other. Sharlene's tongue licked my neck, eliciting a throaty moan that bubbled past my lips and into her ears. Her hands cupped my breasts, licking my cleavage as she pulled my top up, desperate to feel my skin. My fingers flicked the button and zip of her jeans apart to dive underneath her panties to feel her hot wet excitement, fuelling my desire for her even further.

"Please don't stop Astryd..." She moaned into my ear.

"I don't plan to..." I breathily replied, pulling her jeans around her ankles and diving my face between her legs. I revelled in her sweet musk. She tasted like crushed flowers. Her moans encouraged me to continue, her hands pushing my head deeper into her. Her moans became louder and her thighs gripped the sides of my head tighter.

I drew back for a moment, only to kiss her lips, feeling her wetness against my thigh. Her hands ran across my body in a frenzy and before I knew it, she flipped me onto my back and was pulling up my skirt. Her talented lips found my sweet centre and I felt pleasure like never before. No other woman had ever known how to touch me like Sharlene did. It felt like her hands knew exactly what I wanted, her finger tips brushed against my nipples, making them hard in the cool air. My body writhed in pleasure as her mouth and tongue worked their incredible magic. My fingers reached out for her, wanting to feel her desire. She angled her body so I could reach and we climaxed together. She moaned into me as she climaxed, and my fingers reached deeper into her as I did.

It was amazing. It was like the world exploded around us in an eruption of fireworks.

She pulled up her jeans and sat next to me. I took her into my arms and stroked her hair gently. Sharlene looked up at me and smiled. I kissed her gently on the lips.

"That was amazing babe." She murmured softly.

"Yes," I breathed, lost for words. "More than amazing."

She leant her head on my shoulder, while my fingers played with her soft hair, replaying what had just happened in my minds eye.

We looked out to the ocean, urges sated for now. It was the unexpected perfect end to a wonderful evening.