"Good morning!"The familiar voice of the man who entered the dining room that morning immediately made my heart beat faster. A mix of tenderness and unresolved longing was what that voice gave to me. The one that held so many memories. "Marius!" I exclaimed, my voice tinged with both astonishment and a hint of yearning as my eyes fixed on the handsome figure approaching. His presence was commanding, his aura radiating a blend of confidence and charm that had always pulled me in. He leaned down, his lips grazing softly against my cheek, sending a shudder down my spine."Good thing I'm not late. I made it in time for your breakfast," he answered, his voice warm and friendly. I could hear the underlying tenderness in his tone, a whisper of what once was. Through the room, I caught sight of Lana directing the maid to set another plate for Marius, her usual efficiency masking any surprise she might have felt at his unexpected arrival."You didn't go to work?" I asked, incapable of
The next morning, Lena woke up delinquent than usual. Fortunately, she had no work commitments, so the late start wasn’t an issue.Her eyes fluttered open to a messy living room, the aftermath of the previous night’s passion evident in the disarray.As expected, clothes were strewn across the floor, mingling with the delicate lace of her underwear that the man had so fervently removed. The memory of his touch sent a delicious shiver coursing through her body, the echoes of their passionate encounter still lingering on her skin.Lena couldn’t help but smile, a slow, sensual curve of her lips as she recalled the raw intensity of their night together. Every detail replayed in her mind, each kiss, each caress, a tantalizing reminder of the fire they had ignited.She stretched lazily; the pleasure of the memory intertwined with the warmth of the morning sun sifting through the curtains. For a moment, she allowed herself to revel in the sensations, the delicious ache of desire rekindled
As I looked intently at the ring in my hand, I took a deep breath, it’s a refined band and shimmering gem showing memories that felt both far and achingly close. The view from last year repeats showing in my mind with stunning clarity. It was Marius down on one knee. His eyes were full of love and hope as he asked me to marry him. His words had been tender, filled with promises of a future together. I recalled how my heart had soared. How I had felt like the luckiest woman in the world at that moment.But that dream had deteriorated. Crushed by the sudden and unwanted intrusion of truths I wasn’t prepared to face. Each revelation had fragmented away at my confidence. My insecurities simmered to the surface like venom. I couldn't help but compare myself to another woman who had once held Marius’s heart.Lana, my sister-in-law, was the woman Marius had loved first. The knowledge of his feelings for her back then fed my jealousy and self-doubt. How could I compete with someone who had su
“He’s asleep now,” Manang Sela said as she approached me on the veranda, where I was savoring the cool evening breeze.I nodded with a gentle smile, then turned my gaze back to the distant horizon, lost in thought.“Here, I made you some chamomile tea. Drink it so you’ll sleep soundly later,” she said, handing me a clear mug filled with steaming tea, the fragrant aroma wafting up to me.“Thank you, Manang Sela,” I replied, accepting the mug and feeling the warmth seep into my hands. I took a tentative sip, letting the soothing liquid calm my frazzled nerves.I expected the old lady to leave me alone after that, to give me some space to reflect. But I was mistaken. She settled into the empty rocking chair beside mine, her presence a comforting constant in my life.“Aren’t the mosquitoes bothering you, Sam? Would you like me to turn on the light?” she asked after a few moments of companionable silence.Despite the surrounding darkness—illuminated only by the lights on the fence an
"GOOD morning."A sweet smile graced my lips as I stepped into the kitchen, finding Marius setting breakfast on the table. The sight warmed my heart, bringing a sense of comfort and happiness. The sun had barely risen, casting a gentle glow through the window, illuminating the cozy kitchen where Marius bustled about with practiced ease."Where’s Manang Sela?" I asked, curiosity getting the better of me, instead of returning his greeting. I knew she usually woke up early to take care of household chores.“She’s probably still asleep. Let her rest. This way, we can have some time alone together,” Marius replied, his eyes twinkling with a mix of mischief and tenderness as he walked over to guide me to a chair he had pulled out for me."True, it’s still early," I agreed, glancing at the wall clock. It was just a little before six in the morning, and it wasn’t surprising that Manang Sela was still asleep, exhausted from yesterday’s journey. The clock's gentle ticking was the only sound acc
The mall had just opened when we arrived. During those moments, I couldn't explain why it felt like the world belonged to Marius and me. It was as if it was just the two of us. And because Marius kept holding my hand while we browsed and picked out the perfect gift for Mang Tasyo.What we were doing seemed so simple. But maybe because of the feelings we had for each other, even the simplest things became special. It felt like a special occasion that needed to be celebrated.In the end, Marius and I decided to buy a beautiful handcrafted wooden clock as a gift for Mang Tasyo. Something that could reflect all the happy and timeless events in the old man's life. And while we were wrapping it at the mall's gift wrapping section, I couldn't deny the overwhelming satisfaction and excitement I felt for later.As we left the mall, the sky quickly darkened due to thick clouds, hinting at heavy rain. Our agenda then was to head straight to Mang Tasyo's house since that was our first stop on the
Marius looked puzzled as I grabbed his hand and pulled him to the backseat of the car instead. But since I didn't want to explain, I just kissed him right away. I didn't know what was happening to me in those moments. Or perhaps it's more accurate to say that I knew but couldn't explain it? I was just grateful that Marius didn't ask any questions when he looked at me. Instead, this time he leaned in for a passionate kiss.I could feel Marius' desire in those moments. It was as if he wanted to devour my entire being even though he was just kissing me. "Sam, I love you so much," he whispered to me as he undressed me.I only moaned in response to his words, especially when I felt his gentle bite on my earlobe. And just like before, it brought an indescribable pleasure and sensation that quickly spread throughout my body."Fuck!" I exclaimed as I felt Marius' fingers between my thighs. Not content with just that, he gently parted my legs. He began to pleasure me with his fingers as if exp
Along with my movements, a symphony of mixed groans and sighs escaped my lips, each sound seemingly driven by its own will. My eyes were closed, lost in the sheer ecstasy of every moment, every caress of Marius' warm hands gliding over my skin, sending shivers of pleasure coursing through my body.Every subtle shift, every deliberate movement I made, was met with Marius’ intoxicating sounds of pleasure. His lips, always so eager and attentive, traced a path of tender kisses across my body, igniting fires wherever they touched. It felt like his mouth had its language, one of adoration and unrestrained passion, painting invisible patterns on my flesh.It didn't take long for Marius to begin mirroring my rhythm, responding to my every move with equal fervor. The connection between us intensified, the level of desire within me skyrocketing. Each deep, deliberate thrust he made was accompanied by a moan that resonated like a symphony in my ears, a melody of raw, unfiltered passion. His han