. Joanna had been looking forward to this meeting with Nicolas for weeks. She entered the CNRI building with a smile on her face and made her way up to the floor where Nicolas worked. When she saw him sitting at his desk, she could feel her heart rate increase. For some reason, she had always been drawn to Nicolas. Maybe it was his shyness that made her want to protect him or maybe it was his kind and gentle nature that made her want to get to know him better. "Hey, Nicolas," Joanna greeted him as she walked up to his desk. "Hi, Joanna," Nicolas replied, looking up from his computer screen. "It's good to see you again." Joanna smiled. "You too. So, how have you been? Are you enjoying your job here?" Nicolas nodded. "Yes, it's been great. I'm learning a lot and everyone has been really nice." "That's good to hear. And how do you like Starling City so far?" "It's... different," Nicolas admitted. "But I like it. There's a lot to see and do here." Joanna laughed. "Yeah, there's never a dull moment in Starling City. You'll get used to it." As they continued to chat, Joanna couldn't help but find herself staring at Nicolas. She couldn't deny the attraction she felt for him, but she didn't want to make things awkward between them either. Later that day, Joanna was meeting Laurel for lunch. As they sat down at a table in their favorite restaurant, Laurel immediately picked up on Joanna's mood. "What's got you all smiley today?" she asked, a smirk on her face. Joanna rolled her eyes. "Nothing. I just had a good meeting with Nicolas earlier." Laurel raised an eyebrow. "Nicolas? Who's Nicolas?" "He's a guy who works at the CNRI. I've known him for a few years now." Laurel leaned in closer. "Ooh, do I sense a crush?" Joanna blushed. "No, of course not. He's just a friend." Laurel chuckled. "Uh-huh, sure. I can see the way you look at him, Jo. You can't hide your feelings from me." Joanna sighed. "Fine, I like him. But I don't want to make things awkward between us. He's always been shy and I wouldn't want to scare him off." Laurel nodded in understanding. "I get it. But you know what might make things less awkward?" Joanna looked at her curiously. "What?" "A three-way relationship," Laurel replied, winking at her. Joanna's eyes widened. "What? No, Laurel. That's not funny." Laurel laughed. "I'm just teasing you, Jo. But hey, if you ever change your mind, I wouldn't mind sharing Nicolas with you." Joanna shook her head, but couldn't help but smile at Laurel's joke. Despite her attraction to Nicolas, she knew that a three-way relationship wasn't something she was interested in. But she appreciated Laurel's lightheartedness and knew that she could always count on her best friend to make her laugh.

That evening, Laurel and Joanna were hanging out at their apartment, drinking wine and catching up on their favorite TV shows. Laurel couldn't resist teasing Joanna again about her crush on Nicolas. "You know, Jo, I've been thinking about what I said earlier today," Laurel remarked, a playful glint in her eye. Joanna rolled her eyes. "Here we go again." "I'm serious!" Laurel insisted. "You and I could totally share Nicolas. It could be like a three-way relationship. Think about it." Joanna shook her head, but there was a hint of amusement in her expression. "I don't think that's a good idea, Laurel." "Why not? It's not like we haven't shared guys before," Laurel pointed out. Joanna groaned. "That's not something I'm proud of, Laurel. And besides, Nicolas is different. He's not like any guy we've ever been with." Laurel shrugged. "Alright, fair enough. But you can't deny that it's tempting, right?" Joanna chuckled. "I'll admit, it's a little tempting. But that doesn't mean I'm going to act on it." Laurel grinned. "Hey, never say never. Who knows what the future holds?" Joanna shook her head, unable to suppress a smile. Despite her reservations about a three-way relationship, she appreciated Laurel's humor and felt grateful to have her as a friend. She knew that no matter what, Laurel would always be there to make her laugh and support her through anything.

Joanna took another sip of her wine before turning to face Laurel once more. "Okay, I'll admit it. If a three-way relationship were to happen with Nicolas, I wouldn't mind sharing him with you." Laurel grinned. "I knew you couldn't resist my charm." Joanna laughed. "But on a serious note, Laurel, if this were to ever happen, it couldn't just be about our body needs. Nicolas is too intense to want just to share sexual moments." Laurel nodded in agreement. "I understand, Jo. But sometimes, you have to take a chance on something that feels right." Joanna sighed. "I know, but I don't want to risk ruining our friendship or making things awkward with Nicolas either." "I get it," Laurel replied. "But you never know what could happen unless you take a chance." Joanna smiled appreciatively at Laurel. "Thanks, Laurel. I appreciate your support. But for now, I think we should just enjoy our wine and our TV show without any more talk of three-way relationships." Laurel grinned. "Sounds good to me, Jo." The two of them settled back into their comfortable routine, enjoying each other's company well into the night. Though Joanna couldn't deny the attraction she felt for Nicolas, she also knew that a three-way relationship was not something she was ready for. But for now, she was content with enjoying the moment and being with her best friend.

Joanna and Laurel had invited Nicolas over for dinner at their apartment. They were all enjoying homemade pasta and garlic bread, laughing and chatting like old friends. After dinner, they settled in on the couch to watch a movie. As they watched, Joanna and Laurel shared a glance, both feeling a growing attraction towards Nicolas. Without a word, they leaned in towards him, kissing him gently on either side of his face. Nicolas blushed deeply, feeling a rush of excitement and anticipation at the unexpected display of affection. Joanna and Laurel sat back, their eyes burning with desire as they looked at Nicolas. They both wanted him, but they were unsure how to proceed. Nicolas, for his part, was clearly enjoying the attention, but he was also shy and unsure of what to do next. As the movie continued to play in the background, the three of them sat in silence. Joanna and Laurel could feel the tension building, and they both knew that they wanted something more. But for now, they were content to sit there and simply enjoy the moment, basking in the warmth of each other's presence.

Laurel could feel the tension building in the room, and she decided to take action. She leaned towards Nicolas, turning him gently to face her, and placed a soft, sensual kiss on his lips. Nicolas responded timidly, unsure of how to react, but he didn't pull away. As Laurel pulled back, Joanna leaned forward, her lips meeting Nicolas' in a passionate embrace. Nicolas could feel his heart racing as he kissed her back, overwhelmed by the intensity of the moment. The three of them sat there, lost in a sea of emotion and desire, unsure of what to do next. Finally, Joanna pulled back, her eyes locked on Nicolas'. "Nicolas," she whispered, her voice barely audible. "Do you want this?" Nicolas hesitated, unsure of how to answer. He was attracted to both Joanna and Laurel, but he didn't know how to choose between them. Finally, he spoke, his voice barely above a whisper. "I...I don't know. I'm not sure what I want." Joanna and Laurel both nodded, understanding his uncertainty. They didn't want to pressure him into anything, but they both wanted him desperately. "Take your time, Nicolas," Laurel said softly. "We're here for you whenever you're ready." Nicolas smiled softly, feeling a warmth spread through him as he sat there with these two beautiful women. He wasn't sure what the future held for them, but for now, he was content to simply enjoy the moment and savor the connections he was making.

Nicolas took a deep breath, the warmth of Joanna and Laurel's hands holding his own making him feel more secure. "I... I'm attracted to both of you," he whispered, not quite meeting their eyes. "But I don't want to ruin anything." Joanna and Laurel shared a look, understanding his concerns. "We understand, Nicolas," Joanna said soothingly. "We don't want anything to be ruined either. But we also can't ignore the chemistry between us." Laurel nodded in agreement. "We don't want to rush anything or make you feel uncomfortable, but we also want to explore this connection between us." Nicolas looked up at them, his eyes shining with intensity. "I want that too. But I just don't know how to make it work." Joanna squeezed his hand reassuringly. "We'll figure it out together, Nicolas. We'll communicate openly and make sure everyone is on the same page." Laurel smiled. "And if it doesn't work out, we'll still be friends. That's what's most important." Nicolas smiled back, feeling the weight lifted from his shoulders. He realized now that he could trust these two women, that he could be vulnerable with them and they would still be there for him. For the rest of the night, they sat there, savoring each other's company and exploring the possibilities that lay before them. The future was uncertain, but they were all excited to see where this connection would take them.

Over the course of the week, Joanna, Laurel, and Nicolas went on a series of intimate dinner dates together, deepening their connection and exploring their mutual attraction. Each date was a unique adventure, filled with laughter, good food, and heartfelt conversation. On the first date, they went to a romantic Italian restaurant, savoring mouthwatering pasta dishes and sipping on glasses of red wine. They talked about their backgrounds, their careers, and their hopes for the future, each of them sharing their innermost desires and dreams. On the second date, they decided to try something new and adventurous, heading to an Ethiopian restaurant where they ate with their hands and tried exotic dishes filled with spices and flavors they had never experienced before. As they explored the unfamiliar cuisine, they laughed and joked together, discovering new things about each other. Their third date was a cozy night in, spent cooking dinner at Joanna and Laurel's apartment and snuggled up on the couch watching a movie. As they sat there, bodies entwined, they took turns sharing their favorite romantic films, discussing what they liked about them and what they didn't. The intimacy of the moment made their attraction to each other even more intense, and they found themselves stealing kisses and caresses throughout the evening. As the week went on, their connection grew deeper, and they found themselves looking forward to each new date with excitement and anticipation. By the end of the week, they all knew that something special was happening between them, and they were eager to explore the possibility of sharing their lives together. They didn't know where this connection would lead, or what the future held, but they were ready to find out, one dinner date at a time.