“I’m undressing you.”
Concern marked his face when he realized what I was up to. “But are you sure you’re up for this? It’s only been—”
“Yes, Jared. I’m sure.”
“But—”
“I want you to make love to me. I want you to make love to me long and slow. Make me forget about Gary and what he did—make us both forget,” I pleaded, removing his shirt from his shoulders. As soon as it dropped to the floor, I lowered my hands to his waistband and began working on the buttons of his jeans. “Can you do that for me?”
“Baby, I’ll give you anything you need. You know that.”
There was an edge to his voice, raw and deep with need, and I knew without a doubt he wanted this just as much as I did. “I just need you. Just you. That’s all I’ve ever needed.”
His eyes were filled with hungry anticipation as he watched me slowly lower his pants to the floor. I carefully eased his boxers down below his waist and gave him a gentle push, letting him know that I wanted him on the bed. Doing as I’d asked, he sat down and watched me ease my t-shirt over my head. After I threw it to the side, I untied the drawstring of my sweatpants and let them pool at my feet.
“You are so fucking incredible.” I could feel the tension radiating from him as his eyes drifted across my body. “You’re mine. All mine.”
“And you are mine.”
I slowly lowered myself between his legs and took him in my hand and stroked him before I brushed my tongue down the length of his long, smooth shaft. A deep hiss filled the room as I took him in my mouth. I continued to move my hand along Jared’s length, feeling it grow harder and harder with every twist of my wrist, nipping and sucking every inch of him as his moans filled the room. His hands fisted the back of my hair as he guided me, showing me the rhythm that he wanted. My knees trembled with excitement when I felt the muscles in his legs tighten, and I knew he was about to come.
I was ready to take in all of him when, in one swift motion, I was lifted to my feet and turned to face away from him. Jared slipped his arm around my waist and pulled my back against his chest. My eyes drifted down to his hand, watching as he slowly lowered it towards my abdomen, caressing me with his touch as he made his way between my legs, raking the tips of his fingers across my clit. He trailed his tongue up the curve of my neck as he whispered, “I love your mouth, babe, but now, it’s my turn.”
I felt his breath against my neck, and I braced myself, waiting for him to take what he wanted, but he was in no rush. His mind was set on taking his time. He teased me for a moment longer, then lowered me down onto the bed. I watched with anticipation as he hooked his fingers into the waistband of my panties and slowly lowered them down my legs. Once they were gone, he lowered himself down on the bed. I arched my back as he slipped his hands behind me, unhooking my bra and tossing it to the foot of the bed. He slowly began kissing every inch of my body, licking and sucking, taking his time to torture me with his mouth. I was losing my sense of control when he finally leaned over to the side of the bed and grabbed a condom from his jeans. Once he slipped it on, he settled himself between my legs. He deliberately brushed his cock back and forth over my clit, teasing me until I couldn’t take it anymore.
“Please, Jared!” I shouted.
That was all it took. With one quick, hard thrust, he was buried deep inside me. His moves were slow but forceful as he eased himself in and out of me. I appreciated that he was trying to give me what I asked for, but I needed more. I was wrong when I told him I needed it long and slow. I really wanted him to make me lose all control. I dug my nails into his ass, urging him to move faster. A deep moan vibrated through my chest as his hands reached up into my hair, demanding my mouth. His rhythm increased, but it wasn’t enough.
“More!” I cried.
Jared put his hands under my ass, lifting me so he could drive deeper inside, giving me all he had. My body clenched around him as my climax finally took hold. He continued to pound against my flesh, taking me completely over the edge. I cried out his name as he finally found his own release and collapsed on top of me. Our bodies were dripping with sweat, limp from exertion. I trembled under him, reeling from the intense orgasm he’d just given me. Jared lifted himself up on his elbows and looked down at me with absolute wonder in his eyes. “You okay?”
“I’m more than okay.”
He studied me for a moment longer, then rolled to his side. After tossing the condom into the trash, he lay down on the bed next to me like he’d done many times before, pulling me over to him as I rested my head on his shoulder. He brushed the back of his hand lightly across my cheek and whispered, “I love you, babe.”
“I love you too.” I’d known for a while that he loved me. I could see it in his eyes whenever he looked at me. I could feel it in his touch, but actually hearing him finally say the words warmed my heart. I inched a little closer as I whispered back, “So very much.”
“You know, that whole deal with Gary, and him taking you like he did really fucked with my head. I just couldn’t stand the thought of something happening to you.”
“I know, Jared, but I’m fine. You made sure of that.” I looked up at him. “You’ve been looking after me ever since that first day I walked into your office, and you’ve never stopped. That’s one of the many reasons why I think it’s time for us to move in together.”
A smile swept across his face as he asked, “Is that right?”
“Well, you’re here every night, so we’re practically living together now. We’d just be moving over to your place.”
"I don’t know. Moving in together is a big step. I don’t know if we’re ready.” He was teasing me, using my own words against myself.
“Okay, that’s fine. We can wait.” I gave him a little pat on the chest as I said, “You just let me know when you’re ready.”
“Are you kidding?” He wrapped his arms around me, pulling me even closer. “I was ready weeks ago.”
“So, you want to do this? You want to move in together?”
“Absolutely.” A smile slipped across his lips as he said, “We’ll pack up your stuff tomorrow and take it over to my place. Hell, for that matter, we could do it right now.”
“Tomorrow is fine.” I nestled back into the crook of his arms and said, “If we get going early enough, we can be done before we head over to Hawk and Delilah’s place for the game.”
“You sure you’re up for that?”
“Yes, I’m definitely up for it. Besides, with everything that’s been going on, we missed the last big game night, and from what I’ve heard, they had a great time.”
“Okay, if you really want to, then we’ll go.”
“Great.” I had to bite back my laughter as I teased him. “And who knows... maybe Tennessee will actually win this time.”
“Don’t start with me, woman.”
He dug his fingers into my ribs, tickling me, causing me to thrash from side to side as I laughed uncontrollably. I finally shouted, “I give! I give! I won’t say another word about Tennessee football!”
“I’m gonna hold you to that.” He released his hold on me, then tossed back the covers and grabbed his boxer briefs. As he slipped them on, he announced, “I’m going to finish making us something to eat.”