"Porch" by Crimson Dragon (dcrimson@yahoo.com).

This author has written several very good stories recently. You can add this one to that list.

Michelle and Lara are professional women. Michelle is on the verge of becoming a partner in her law firm, but she sees life as devoid of the beauty and enthusiasm it should have. Lara has just broken up with her boyfriend. While comforting her friend, Michelle spontaneously expresses her love for her and scares her off. The main focus of the story is on the fear and other emotions that go through Michelle's mind as she tries to make sense out of this dangerous but beautiful new relationship. The scene in which they first consummate their love is extremely sexy and touching.