The bass pounded in her chest as she navigated the crowd, her eyes fixed on the bar across from Jake's. She could feel his gaze on her, but she refused to look his way. Not now. Not when she felt this raw, this exposed.
She slid onto a barstool, her fingers drumming an impatient rhythm on the sticky surface. The bartender, a lanky guy with a sleeve of tattoos, raised an eyebrow at her.
"Two shots of tequila," Sophia said, her voice carrying a sharp edge. "And make it the good stuff, yeah?"
The bartender nodded, pouring the golden liquid into two small glasses. Sophia grabbed the first one, lifting it in a mock toast to no one in particular.
"Here's to feelings being overrated bullshit," she muttered, then knocked it back in one swift motion. The liquor burned its way dow
The crowd around them began to surge with excitement, and Sophia realised the DJ was starting the countdown to midnight. Jake's arms tightened around her waist as the chant began."Ten! Nine! Eight!"Sophia's heart raced, her eyes locked on Jake's. His usual easy-going grin had been replaced by something more intense, more hungry."Seven! Six! Five!""Jake," she whispered, barely audible over the noise. "What are we doing?""Four! Three!"He leaned in close, his lips brushing her ear. "Living in the moment, Soph.""Two! One!"The world exploded into a chaos of cheers and flying streamers. B
Jake's grip on her hand was firm as they burst out of the club into the cool night air. Sophia's laughter echoed off the buildings, her heart racing with anticipation."Eager much?" she teased, stumbling slightly in her heels as Jake set a brisk pace.He shot her a look that was pure heat. "You have no idea."The ten-minute walk to his flat flew by in a blur of stolen kisses and playful banter. Sophia's skin tingled everywhere Jake touched her, the promise of what was to come making her pulse quicken.As they reached his door, Jake fumbled with the keys, cursing under his breath. Sophia pressed herself against his back, her lips grazing his neck."Having trouble there, Surfer Boy?" she murmured.
Sophia's head spun as Oscar's tongue tangled with hers, tasting of whiskey and desire. His stubble rasped against her skin, a delicious contrast to the softness of his lips. She moaned into the kiss, her hands coming up to tangle in his dark hair."Fuck," Oscar growled against her mouth. "You taste even better than I imagined."Heat pooled low in Sophia's belly at his words. She nipped at his bottom lip, drawing a groan from him."Less talking, more action," she demanded breathlessly.Oscar chuckled, the sound sending vibrations through her body where they were pressed together. "So impatient," he murmured, trailing kisses along her jaw. "Don't worry, sweetheart. I plan to take my time with you."His lips found th
Sunlight stabbed through a gap in the curtains, piercing Sophia's eyelids like shards of glass. She groaned, trying to roll away from the offending brightness, only to find herself trapped in a tangle of limbs and sheets."Good morning, little one," Jake's voice rumbled from somewhere above her head, far too chipper for her pounding skull.Sophia cracked open one eye, immediately regretting it as the world swam into fuzzy focus. She was sprawled across Jake's chest, with Oscar's arm draped heavily over her waist. The events of last night came rushing back in a blur of heated skin and tangled bodies."How the fuck are you so cheerful?" she croaked, her throat raw. "I feel like I've been hit by a bus and my mouth tastes like the tequila died in it."Jake chuckled, th
The late afternoon sun slanted through Sophia's bedroom window, casting long shadows across her rumpled sheets. She groaned and rolled over, her head pounding. The events of last night crashed over her in waves - Jake's hands on her hips, Oscar's lips on her neck, their bodies moving in tandem."Fuck," she muttered, rubbing her temples. What had seemed like a brilliant idea in the heat of the moment now left a sour taste in her mouth. Or maybe that was just the tequila.Sophia fumbled for her phone on the nightstand, squinting at the screen. Three missed calls from Jake. She tossed it aside with a huff."Way to go, Soph. Real classy," she grumbled to herself. Her stomach churned, a toxic mix of hangover and regret.She dragged herself out of bed and stumbled to the bathr
The words hit Sophia like a slap. She opened her mouth to argue, but nothing came out. Instead, she felt a surge of panic rising in her chest. "I can't," she whispered. "I can't risk it. What if I tell him and he laughs? Or worse, what if he pities me?"Amy squeezed her hand. "What if he feels the same way and you're both too chickenshit to admit it?"Sophia's heart raced at the possibility. Could Jake want more too? The thought was both thrilling and terrifying.Sophia shook her head vigorously, auburn curls bouncing. "No, no, I can't do this. I just can't." Her voice cracked, betraying the storm of emotions raging inside her.Emily sighed, exasperated. "Soph, what's the worst that could happen?""He could reject me, Em!" So
Jake's living room was a mess of empty beer bottles and takeout containers. He slumped on the couch, head in his hands, elbows digging into his knees. His usually tousled hair was a disaster, like he'd been running his fingers through it non-stop."She regrets it, I know she does," Jake muttered, his voice rough. "This has fucked it all up."Oscar leaned against the kitchen counter, arms crossed. His eyes, sharper than Jake's unfocused gaze, tracked his brother's nervous movements. "You don't know that, lil bro," he said, his tone measured. "You need to talk to her, tell her she means more to you than just a quick fuck."Jake's head snapped up, eyes blazing. "Of course she means more! Fuck, Oscar, I'm not you."Oscar's eyebrow quirked. "The hell's that supposed to mean?"
Sophia glared at her reflection in the full-length mirror, tugging at the hem of her too-short dress. "This is ridiculous," she grumbled, yanking the fabric down futilely. "I look like I'm trying way too hard."Amy emerged from the bathroom, applying a final swipe of lipstick. "You look hot, stop fussing," she said, rolling her eyes. "Besides, the point isn't how you look. It's getting you out of this apartment and out of your own head.""I'm perfectly fine in my own head," Sophia retorted, kicking off her heels and flopping dramatically onto the bed. "It's cozy in there. No judgment, no regrets, no..." She trailed off, unable to say his name.Amy sighed, sitting next to her sister. "No Jake?" she prompted gently.Sophia groaned, burying her face in a pillow. "Don't say
Sophia shivered in anticipation, wondering if she could handle what was to come. But the challenge in Jake's voice sparked her competitive spirit. Bring it on, surfer boy, she thought.Jake's fingers traced lightly over Sophia's flushed skin. "How do you feel, little one?" he asked, his voice low and husky.Sophia's body hummed with lingering pleasure. Every nerve ending felt electrified, oversensitive. She took a shaky breath before responding."Wrung out, sir," she murmured. A smile tugged at her lips. "But so good."Her muscles ached deliciously, reminding her of everywhere Jake had touched, everywhere he'd been. The soreness between her legs made her squirm.Jake chuckled, the sound sending a fresh shiver down her s
Sophia's body tensed as Jake removed the clamps from her tender nipples. A sharp whimper escaped her gagged mouth as sensation flooded back, the rush of blood both painful and exquisite."That's it, little one," Jake murmured. "Let me hear you."His warm breath ghosted over her sensitive skin before his tongue flicked out, circling one aching peak. Sophia's back arched involuntarily, pressing herself closer as waves of pleasure radiated through her.Jake's lips closed around her nipple, sucking firmly. His teeth grazed the sensitive bud and Sophia cried out, the sound muffled by her makeshift gag.‘Fuck, that feels so good,’ she thought hazily. Her mind swam with competing sensations - the full
Jake's fingers deftly tightened the clamps on Sophia's nipples, sending a jolt of electricity through her body. She let out a muffled whimper around the panties stuffed in her mouth, her back arching involuntarily off the bed."That's it, little one," Jake murmured, his voice low and husky. "Let me hear those pretty sounds."He lowered his head, teasing her sensitive nipples with his lips and tongue. The dual sensations of the tight clamps and his warm mouth had Sophia writhing beneath him, desperate whines escaping past her makeshift gag.‘Fuck, this is torture,’ Sophia thought hazily, her mind clouded with pleasure and need. ‘Delicious, perfect torture.’Jake flicked h
With a sudden motion, Jake flipped Sophia onto her back. Her bound hands dug into the mattress beneath her, and she let out a deep moan as the plug shifted inside her."Fuck," Sophia gasped, her body trembling. The new position sent sparks of pleasure radiating through her.Jake's eyes gleamed with mischief. "We're just getting started, little one."Before Sophia could respond, she felt the sharp pinch of clamps closing around both nipples. Her hips bucked involuntarily as the intense sensations coursed through her."Jesus Christ," she hissed through clenched teeth. Every nerve ending felt electrified.Jake chuckled, his fingers trailing along her flushed skin. "Too much?"
A gasp escaped Sophia's lips as the cool slick of lube touched her sensitive skin. Her body tensed in anticipation, heart racing.Jake's deep voice rumbled behind her. "Relax, little one. You know you love this part.""Mmmph," Sophia mumbled into the pillow, hands flexing against the restraints. The silky blindfold heightened every sensation as Jake's fingers worked the lube around her ass.Sophia's mind raced. Fuck, she did love this. The vulnerability, the surrender of control. But she'd never admit that out loud.The blunt pressure of the plug made her breath catch. Jake teased it against her, barely breaching before withdrawing. In and out, a maddening rhythm."Bastard," Sophia hissed through clenched te
Sophia revelled in throwing him off balance. She knew exactly how to push his buttons in the best way. As she took him back into her mouth, she wondered how far she could tease him before he snapped. The thought sent a thrill through her core.Jake growled and fisted his hand in her hair. "You're playing with fire, little one."Sophia hummed in response, the vibrations making Jake's hips buck. She loved reducing this powerful man to putty in her hands. Or mouth, as it were.Her fingers continued their ministrations between her legs. She was close already from all his earlier teasing. But she wanted to see how much further she could push things.Jake's grip tightened in warning. "Last chance to behave."Sophia pulled off with
Jake's response was immediate and electrifying. His fingers slid beneath the lace of her underwear, pushing the vibrator deeper inside her with a swift, confident motion. Sophia's breath hitched, her nails digging into his shoulders."Fuck," she hissed, her hips bucking involuntarily.Jake's lips curved into a smirk against her neck. "That's the idea, little one."His fingers began to move, teasing circles around her clit with maddening precision. The dual sensations - the vibrator pulsing inside her and Jake's expert touch - had Sophia seeing stars."Jesus Christ, Jake," she panted, her head falling back against the wall with a soft thud.Jake chuckled, the sound sending shivers down her spine. "Not quite, but I'll tak
They strolled hand-in-hand along the cobblestone streets, the salty breeze tousling their hair. Sophia's red dress fluttered around her legs, drawing glances from passersby."You planned all this, didn't you?" Sophia mused, nudging Jake with her shoulder.He grinned, that surfer-boy charm in full effect. "Maybe. Or maybe I'm just that good at improvising."As they reached the seafront, Jake guided her to a secluded spot on the rocky shore. The waves crashed rhythmically against the cliffs, a soothing counterpoint to the lingering buzz of the vibrator inside her."You gonna turn that thing off anytime soon?" Sophia asked, half-joking, half-serious.Jake's hand slid to the small of her back. "Depends. You want me to?"Sophia bit her lip, considering. The constant low-level stimulation was maddening, but also... exciting. "Not yet," she decided, surprising herself.Jake's eyes darkened with desire. "That's my girl," he murmured, pulling her close for a deep, passionate kiss under the sta
Sophia squirmed in her seat, the sleek fabric of her dress sliding against her overheated skin. She wanted to hate him for putting her in this position, for making her feel so exposed and vulnerable in public. But God help her, a part of her was thrilled by it."You're evil," she managed to gasp, her eyes locked on his. "Pure evil."Jake's smirk widened as he reached for his wine glass. "And yet, you love every second of it, don't you?"Before Sophia could formulate a response, the waiter appeared with their desserts. She nearly jumped out of her skin, certain the man must be able to hear the buzzing emanating from between her thighs."Everything alright, miss?" the waiter asked, noticing her flustered state.Sophia nodded frantically, not trusting her voice. Jake, the bastard, just smiled politely and thanked him.As soon as the waiter was out of earshot, Sophia hissed, "I'm going to get you back for this, Jake Summers. Just you wait." Jake leaned back in his chair, eyeing her with