*Grace*The moment I locked the door behind us, David's eyes bore into mine, their intensity seeming to pierce through my very soul."I want to make you feel good like you made me a few hours ago," I said confidently, my voice laced with desire and determination. My words hung in the charged atmosphere, and I watched as a hunger flickered in David's gaze, his eyes darkening with desire."Grace…" he started, but I silenced him with a finger to his lips, not wanting him to overthink the situation.Instead, I focused on the task at hand, my fingers deftly working to undo his belt buckle. I slowly unfastened it, my hands teasing him underneath his boxers with deliberate motions. The room seemed to hum with a charged energy, and as I stroked him, David let out a soft moan of appreciation. I could feel his cock growing harder under my fingers, and my body instantly responded, aching for more of him."I told you I wanted to help you take your mind off things," I added seductively.My co
*David*As I stepped out of the room, still feeling the lingering warmth from Grace's touch, I couldn't help but feel a bit calmer than before. Whenever I was with her, the world outside seemed to cease to exist. She had this talent to make me forget about my problems as soon as she entered my line of sight, and I was starting to find it hard not to get used to this feeling of needing her to comfort me and soothe my thoughts.When I met Grace again for the first time in years and saw the beautiful woman she had turned out to be, I thought the attraction I felt for her was purely sexual. But now that we seemed to be getting closer, I was starting to have different ideas about her. Though I hadn't been able to fully divulge the extent of my troubles to her, just having her near brought me a sense of reassurance and calm I hadn't felt in ages.My thoughts wandered back to the events that had transpired between us during these past few days–our teasing and sexual encounters... I never t
*Grace*The wedding festivities continued to swirl around me, but my enthusiasm waned as I tried to drown the memory of my encounter with Victoria in glass after glass of champagne. Fatigue settled into my bones, making me feel weary and drained. Not even alcohol was helping me forget things anymore.I glanced around, convinced neither Sarah nor the other guests would notice my absence.With a sigh, I quietly retreated to my room.The sanctuary of my room enveloped me like a warm embrace as I closed the door behind me. The tension from my conversation with Victoria still lingered as I unzipped my bridesmaid dress, letting it pool at my feet before stepping out of it and heading to the bathroom.I stepped into the shower, the hot water providing relief for my body, but my mind remained burdened with the implications of Victoria's scrutiny. As I lathered soap over my skin, I couldn't help but wonder what she knew or suspected about David and me. The thought alone made my blood freez
*Grace*The eerie silence of my room enveloped me as I awoke, the space next to me in bed empty and cold. I didn't see when David left the room, but the faint scent of his cologne still lingered in the air, reminding me of our passionate night together. As I lay there, my fingers brushing over the spot where he had been, I couldn't help but reminisce about our conversation last night.I wondered if things were any different, could we have been happy together?"Grace?" a familiar voice called out from beyond my bedroom door. "Are you awake?"I reluctantly forced my eyes open."Yes, Lisa," I replied, recognizing her voice. "I'll be down in a few minutes.""Okay, hun. We're all gathering for breakfast before Sarah leaves," she told me before her footsteps faded away.I sighed, knowing that my time here was drawing to a close. As I swung my legs over the edge of the bed, my footsteps seemed heavier than usual, burdened by the sense of impending departure. I dressed quickly, pulling
*David*I had done my best to avoid the others during the morning, slipping through the estate like a shadow until it was time to see Sarah off. The storm of emotions I was feeling was overwhelming and I was struggling to get a grip on myself.Today was the day of Sarah and Daniel's departure, which also meant everyone was returning to their own homes. So, I knew that once they were gone, my life would go back to what it was before I met Grace.And that idea sucked in my head, no matter how many times I tried to convince myself it was the best outcome."Goodbye, sweetheart," I murmured as I embraced my daughter, feeling her warmth seep into me, offering a momentary reprieve from the cold grip coiling around my heart. "Take care of yourself, and remember, I'm always here for you.""Thank you, Dad." Sarah's voice trembled with a mix of excitement and emotion. "I love you.""I love you too." I stepped back, offering her a reassuring smile before retreating back to my room. I wasn'
*Grace*The door to my modest apartment clicked shut behind me, the echo of its finality resonating in my chest. I stood there, still clutching my suitcase, feeling a profound sense of sadness and disconnection. The stark contrast between the humble confines of my home and the opulent estate I had just left behind served as a painful reminder of the differences that separated me from David.I dropped my suitcase to the floor and leaned against the door, unable to hold back the tears that threatened to escape. I could never fit into David's universe, particularly when compared to someone like Victoria. She was born in the same world as him. I wasn't.The cruel truth was that our worlds were galaxies apart.Realization hit me like a wrecking ball. My brief romance with David had come to an end. I wiped away the tears cascading down my cheeks. I missed him already, so much that it hurt. The longing for his touch, the warmth of his smile, and the taste of his lips was almost unbearable
*Grace*"Would you like to stay here tonight?" I asked nervously.His sharp blue eyes gazed into mine as he considered my invitation. I could see the desire mirrored within them, and it matched my own longing for his continued presence. I didn't want him to leave me alone tonight."Of course," he replied, his deep voice resonating with sincerity. "I'd love that."A wave of joy washed over me at his acceptance. I got up from the couch and picked up my pajamas from the floor and got dressed, feeling the weight of his gaze on me. Meanwhile, David disappeared into the bathroom to wash up—his tall, distinguished frame somehow fitting perfectly into my cozy apartment.I retrieved a bottle of wine from the fridge and turned on the TV, hoping to set a more intimate and comfortable mood for our evening together. As soon as he returned from the bathroom, I poured the wine into our glasses, and we clinked them together. I glanced at him and found a smile dancing on his lips."What?" I asked
*Grace*I wasn't expecting David to take me to his apartment so soon, but I felt relieved knowing he wouldn't take me somewhere that would make me uncomfortable or feeling out of place.We arrived at his opulent penthouse, and as soon as the elevator doors opened, I was swept away by the sheer grandeur. The open-concept living space offered breathtaking views of the city skyline, and every corner of the apartment seemed to be adorned with exquisite pieces of art.I found myself mesmerized by the amount of artwork that graced the walls. And even though I wasn't used to such luxury, there was an undeniable warmth and familiarity that made me feel surprisingly comfortable here."Welcome to my humble abode," David said with a grin, guiding me further inside."David, this place is absolutely incredible," I murmured, my eyes taking in everything that surrounded us. "How did you come to acquire all of this?""Years of searching and a deep appreciation for the finer things in life," he r