The host of this evening's event was speaking, but I couldn't focus on his words. All my attention had been stolen away by something else entirely.I keep looking around and notice that the atmosphere is buzzing with anticipation for the event. The crowd has been slowly growing, a mix of men and women of various ages. Waiters and waitresses are going about their tasks, passing around trays of finger food but it's almost as though no one notices them, as none of them reach out to take any. It's a bit disheartening to see it all go to waste like this, but I suppose they're all here for something else.I don't feel like I belong here, that thought playing on a loop in my head. Everyone else here has some kind of power and influence, and yet here I am just an insignificant person in the dirt. If it weren't for Aiden taking me under his wing tonight, I wouldn't even look remotely human. As much as I try to put on a brave face and act like nothing is wrong, deep down inside my heart sinks f
The atmosphere of the room had suddenly shifted following Aiden's proclamation. Every single person in the room was in an uproar, conversations filling the space with a loud cacophony of voices. His words seemed to echo throughout, reverberating off the walls and bringing realization to some and surprise to others. The impact of his statement was felt by all and they were now discussing it with gusto; debating its implications and attempting to decipher what these words meant for them individually as well as collectively.“He’s married? No wonder.”“It was a pity, I had been ready to accompany my daughter to him, yet here we were, instead presented with this.”“Do you think it’s an arranged marriage? Is the woman even in his level?”I looked around at the murmuring people, their faces contorted into expressions of shock and disbelief. My heart sank as I realized that some were clearly against Aiden's decision to get married. I could feel anxieties rising inside me, wondering what cou
Adam couldn't lift himself from his spot, and the silence was almost oppressive. I held my breath, expecting him to say something, but instead he just slowly turned his head and met my gaze with a stare that was so icy, it felt like it could freeze me in place. The tension lingered between us until finally he broke the silence.“I don’t want to be disrespectful to you or your marriage, that’s why I’m establishing boundaries between us. It's not because I don't care about you or the relationship we have. We can still be friends, but I just want to make sure we respect the boundaries of your marriage commitment.”I felt my lip quiver as I tried to come up with the right words to say in response to his. He seemed so angry, but I couldn't understand what might have prompted it. We stood there in silence, neither of us wanting to be the first one to speak when something else was clearly going on below the surface. My heart raced as a million cascading thoughts flooded my mind - none of th
It took Adam several moments before he finally stilled, releasing his grasp on my hand and giving me an intent look. His gaze seemed to penetrate mine, reading the thoughts that fluttered behind my eyes. I couldn't help but fidget beneath his scrutiny, feeling a warmth spill over my skin as I waited for him to speak. His lips parted slightly and he opened his mouth as if to say something, but then it quickly snapped shut again with a loud exhale of breath. “Are you okay? ” he asked, feeling my heart race in anticipation.I didn't know how to respond, so I inhaled sharply and gave a slight nod, but avoided any direct eye contact. The atmosphere was tense as we all sat in silence, until he unexpectedly started speaking again.“I apologize for my previous behavior,” he said gently, his voice full of remorse. “I didn’t intend for you to feel so uneasy about what happened. Things were just... very overwhelming and I reacted without thinking it through. It was wrong of me and I regret it
I could feel my hands tighten around Adam's as my heart abruptly began to beat faster upon hearing from a stranger that my husband was with another woman.It felt like a punch to the gut and I found myself struggling to take in deep breaths. The thought of him being unfaithful tore me apart.“Oh, where did you last saw him?”I could feel Adam's voice trembling as he spoke, his emotion palpable in the air. His gaze was intense and fixed on me, every word dripping with feelings that could not be contained. I could tell from the way his expression shifted that he wanted to say more but was struggling to find the right words.I was so distracted, my mind wandering off to a place where Aiden was with someone else that I found it hard to focus on what they were saying. My thoughts were spiraling out of control and all I could think about was him with the other person. It felt like a bitter pill to swallow and I could barely keep my composure as my heart raced faster and faster. Even though
Adam unscrewed the bottle of alcohol and tilted it, measuring out an appropriate amount into a glass before passing it to me.I swallowed the lump that was rapidly rising in my throat, uncertain if I should go through with it or not. I had been the one to request this, yet never once had I ever considered drinking something like this. Fear of the unknown and uncertainty circled around me as I held onto the glass before me hesitantly. Even though a part of me wanted to turn away from what was about to happen, something inside felt compelled to stay and see it through till the end.“I’m not forcing you, Leilani. It’s up to you.”Adam had chosen to take me to his unit, just one door down from ours. We found ourselves in his kitchen, perched atop the tall barstools which enabled us to make eye contact with ease. The atmosphere was thick with anticipation as he waited for me to do something.Suddenly memories of my mother drinking resurfaced from the depths of my mind. These memories were
My eyes widened, and I could feel my entire body shaking with shock from the experience of being exposed to what Leilani had revealed to me.She's pressing her lips to mine, sending shockwaves through my body. I can't believe she's actually kissing me; it feels like a dream. I close my eyes and savor the moment as her warmth sweeps over me. In that instant, my world stops spinning and all of my senses are heightened. Never before have I experienced such intense emotion - this feeling is almost too much to bear.I almost reached out to caress her waist, until realization hit me like an express train. She was clearly inebriated and I knew it would be wrong of me to take advantage of her while she was in such a vulnerable state. My sober self had always held a strict moral code, one which included respecting women regardless of the situation. I reminded myself that no matter how attractive or inviting she may be, this was not the time nor place to pursue any sort of physical relationship
I felt powerless and unable to stop myself, even though I was aware of the fact that my behavior was wrong.She stands before me, her body illuminated by the soft glow of the moonlight. Her lips are so inviting and her frame is so delicate that I can't help but want to wrap my arms around her and just hold her close. But I am determined to remain in control, my own weight too heavy on me if I were to give in to temptation. Every inch of my body aches for her warmth yet I refuse surrender. Her nearness drives my will power wild with desire.She let out a little whimper, causing a sudden twitch to ripple through my member. I cursed silently under my breath and cast a glance downward, only to find that it was already beginning to swell in anticipation. This can’t be happening now of all times, I thought. As much as I wanted her, between the two of us there were still lines that I had vowed not cross.I cease my affection and slowly draw back, my lips leaving her own. I take a moment to l