Hello there! I really hope this isn't too late but a valentine's day with Capt. Renault would definitely make my day! <3
It was Valentine's Day, but this was an unusual Valentine's Day. On any other Valentine's couples would be out dancing, drinking, seeing a movie, and most likely kissing. But today they all sat miserably at Rick's, drinking and trying to figure out a way to get to America. It felt like any other day, which was unfortunate because it was one of your favorites. You loved the idea of romance and while you had never really been in much of a relationship you loved the idea of a holiday dedicated solely to love, which the world was desperately in need of.
Once again you found yourself sitting alone in a corner of Rick's, listening to the music Sam played on his piano trying to enjoy yourself, but these days it became more and more difficult. You had your eye on a certain Captain. He came here every night usually to drink and gamble a little, but mostly to pick up a date. Which wasn't hard for him. He was equal parts handsome and charming... And also probably good in the bedroom you imagined. If only he would notice you...
"Hey, Y/N! Happy Valentine's Day!" Sam said, scooting over with his piano.
"Happy Valentine's Day, Sam." You said, trying your best to sound happy.
"You don't seem very happy. What's troubling you?" He asked, playing a little tune on the piano as you talked. You looked up and your eyes fell on Renault across the room, happily chatting up some girl at the bar. Sam looked over his shoulder to see what you were looking at.
"Oh, I see. You like Captain Renault, huh?" You nodded your head.
"Well, why don't you go talk to him?" Sam asked. You sighed.
"I can't. He wouldn't be interested in me. He's way out of my league." You told him.
"I don't think so. You're very pretty if you don't mind me saying so."
"Thanks Sam... At least you think so."
"I bet he would too." Sam said, trying to reassure you. You forced a small smile and took a sip of your drink.
"I think I'm going to head home, it's getting late. I'll see you tomorrow Sam." You said, getting up giving him a tap on the shoulder before heading out.
"Goodnight, Miss Y/N." It was a long walk to your apartment, a long walk to think about things... Think about Renault.
Sam usually tried to stay out of people's business, but he had to do something. He told Rick he was taking a quick break and found Renault sitting at the bar.
"Oh good evening Sam!" Renault said with a smile, surprised. It wasn't often Sam took breaks. "Who was the beautiful lady you were talking to?" He asked.
"That was Miss Y/N." He answered.
"She is. There's a man that she likes, but he doesn't know she exists." He explained.
Renault scoffed. "What a fool! If I knew who it was I'd make him regret it." Sam wanted to laugh, but refrained from it.
"A girl like that shouldn't be alone on Valentine's Day. I'll take it upon myself to keep her company. See you later Sam."
And with that he got up from the bar and left. Rick walked over and placed his hands on his hips. "Sam... What did you do?" He asked, an amused yet slightly stern look on his face.
"Helping two lost souls find each other."
"Renault isn't a lost soul." Rick said.
"Yes he is. He's just good at hiding it. Everybody in Casablanca is a lost soul."
The street was pretty much deserted at this time of night, except for a few stragglers from Rick's. You were so lost in your thoughts that you almost didn't hear a voice calling after you. You turned around and to your surprise Captain Renault was there.
"Ah, finally caught up with you." He said.
"Is there something wrong?" You ask.
"There is. A beautiful women such as yourself shouldn't be out walking alone in Casablanca. You might run into some unscrupulous characters." Renault said. "Would you mind if I join you?" He asked with his usual charming smile.
"Oh! Of course Captain Renault."
He held out his arm for you to take. You gladly accepted. You couldn't believe your luck... Or maybe it wasn't luck. You had a feeling it was because of some silly man that played the piano. In any case, you were grateful.
He walked you to your apartment. You didn't want to go home. You wanted to talk with him all night. You talked about anything and everything.
Finally you arrived at your apartment. Standing outside your door you said, "Well thank you Captain."
"Thank you... Louis." You said. He liked the way his name sounded when you uttered it.
"Will I see you again tomorrow?" He asked, hopeful he would.
"Yes. I go to Rick's every night." You answered.
"Then how come-" He stopped himself, a sudden realization coming over him. He was the fool that he and Sam were talking about. Maybe he was. But then that also meant that you had feelings for him. He stepped closer to you. You two mere were inches away from each other. You stared at his lips wanting to kiss them. You blushed and quickly looked down at your feet, hoping he hadn't noticed.
"Goodnight Y/N. I look forward to seeing you tomorrow night." Renault said, turning to leave. He wanted to stay with you, but not because he had some ulterior motive, but because he wanted to get to know you more.
Suddenly you pulled him back and placed a quick kiss on his lips. He stood there surprised for a moment. He underestimated his charms.
You were horrifed. Why did you do that? Embarrassed you quickly turned away. "Y/N?" He spoke softly.
"I'm sorry." You said, your face beet red. He slowly turned you around to face him.
"There's nothing to apologize for. I was thinking the same thing." He admitted. Then before you could say anything he kissed you again, pinning you against the door. You wrapped your arms around him and he ran his fingers through your long, silky hair. This felt right. He had kissed many woman before, but your kiss was different. He didn't want to stop and neither did you. You had waited so long for this. You opened the door behind you and pulled him inside. You could always get to know each other more later, but now all you could think about was making love to him. He tugged off your wrap and tossed it on a nearby chair. Carefully he leaned you down on the couch placing kisses along your neck and collar bone as you unbuttoned his jacket and shirt wanting as little to be between you and him as possible. You couldn't believe this was happening. This had to be a dream and if it was you were going to enjoy it...
The next night you went to Rick's, not alone, but as a couple. Rick was surprised, but happy for the both of you. At least there was some love left in Casablanca after all.
Hope you like it! Have a happy Valentine's Day! 😄💜
