Kiss 18 from Gateopened's max
@gateopened // mike waits, squatting in the corner where he’s told max to meet him in ten minutes. that was approximately nine minutes ago. to pass the time, and rack up points, mike shoots anyone who passes by him. they never seem to know where the laser comes from, which is good. this secluded area is supposed to be hidden, a secret for the two of them. after shooting a few more people, someone kneels next to him, startling him so much that he instinctively fires his laser gun at them. max groans, calling him a dick as she aims her gun at his vest and pulls the trigger. scoffing, mike shoots her again with full intent. this sets off an argument, bouncing back and forth between them for a good minute or so.
“ don’t think for a fucking second i won’t shoot you again! ” he whisper-shouts, careful not to alarm anyone lurking around them. with a deep breath, he decides fuck it and shoots her anyway. there’s no reason except maybe to prove a point, whatever that is. max just stares at him, unamused as he just begins cackling at her. “ sorry, i—you just look kinda cute when you’re angry. ” this comment makes her visibly angrier, her eyebrows knitting in frustration. max doesn’t say anything. in fact, it’s extremely quiet in their little hiding spot, aside from their heavy breathing and the sound of lasers going off in the background. the atmosphere feels tense and risky. the dark surroundings, the glowing neon graffiti, and the idea of someone finding them is all exceptionally… hot.
finally, breaking the silence between them, max grabs a fistful of his shirt and tugs him forward. mike doesn’t realize what she’s doing until her lips meet his, and he’s relieved that she’s just as excited by this as he is. dropping his gun to the side, he places his hands on her waist and holds her close. just as he’s leaning into it the kiss, she’s already pulling away. she looks a bit surprised with herself, but mike cocks his head slightly as he gives her an cocky smirk.
the countdown clock begins, giving them ten seconds to wrap up the game—and their secret rendezvous. suddenly, max returns the smug expression before pushing him back. quirking her eyebrows, she lifts her gun and shoots him one last time before the timer buzzes loudly and fluorescent lights turn on throughout the room. “ you little shit, ” he scoffs, giving her shoulder and small shove as he breathes out an airy chuckle. max seems too proud of herself, innocently batting her eyelashes at him before shrugging. taking a step toward her, a devious grin tugs at his lips. “ you’re gonna pay for that, ” he warns her, lifting a hand to playfully squeeze her nose.