Speaking In Tongues

[amidalashari]

Title: Speaking In Tongues
Fandom: The West Wing
Pairing(s): Josh/Donna
Word Count: 145
Rating: R

Summary: They've invented a whole new language.

Notes: Spoilers up to episode 4:3 - College Kids.


They've invented a whole new language, the two of them; words that say everything but what they really mean, a touch on the arm, a head tilt, a smile -

It isn't the smallest language in the world, but it's close.

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"I need a memo," he says, and ducks his head -

(You look good.)

"All right, but I need you back in the office by nine."

(I don't want you seeing other people.)

"You should ask Joey out," she says, and smiles -

(You should date me instead.)

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Or -

"Hey."

(His mouth on hers, the small of her back jammed against the kitchen counter,)

"How are you doing?"

(his hands firm on her waist. Later, his grip on her arms as she arches up to meet him -)

"Good."

(We can't do this again.)

Later, his hands in his pockets, dimples -

(One day ...)

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English isn't her first language.