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2021-05-25 18:21:28Merryn Fawkner eyed her daughter across the breakfast table. Their reunion had been emotional when she saw her daughter for the first time in 9 years this morning. Some would think it strange that it had been so long, and it was. Piper had never wanted to come back and visit and Merryn and George had never left Cornwall.
Piper's return was so sudden that her suspicions had been peaked. But as usual, her daughter pretended that everything was fine. But she knew better - Piper was hiding something. All she could do was hope that when Piper was ready she would open up. A problem shared and all that.
"Have you made any plans today?". Merryn asked.
"I thought about going for a walk and maybe to the beach. That's the one thing I missed most about living in London. There was nowhere to escape to and it was always loud and busy." Piper replied.
"That's why dad and I would never come and visit. The thought of being exposed to the hustle and bustle of a big city left us with a feeling of dread. I can't tell you how happy we are that you decided to come home. We've missed out on so many special occasions and it's time to make up for it". Merryn replied ruefully.
Piper couldn't even argue about why her parents never came to visit her as she hadn't made the effort herself. And there wasn't one good reason why. Her upbringing had been amazing and so had her childhood. She'd just got caught up in her new life, career, and Dale. Looking back she realised how selfish she was. There was no excuse for the distance she'd created with her parents. They deserved so much better than that.
"Mum, I know it may be a little too late, but I'm sorry for never making time for you and dad. I got selfishly caught up in my own life and just assumed you were both ok with that. I promise to make up for it".
Merryn teared up " I know you are darling. But what's done is done and we can't change it. We just need to make up for it. We all know how short life is and it can be gone in a heartbeat".
Somehow Piper knew that her Mum was referring to Miles - the sadness in her eyes obvious...
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Piper was suddenly winded at the piercing green eyes staring back at her - Seb Clemens as she lived and breathed. Standing in front of her oozing a quiet sex appeal just like his brother Will.He was so muscular and looked to be hard in all the right places. As she scanned him, he chose that moment to lick his lips. Oh god, she thought, what luscious lips he had. But, she shouldn't be looking at him like that, he was her friend.What should she say to him? Should she hug him? No, best not as he didn't look happy to see her. It was agony as they stood there in silence, so Piper decided to bite the bullet and speak first."Hi Seb, how are you?".It felt like forever until he replied "I'm well, thanks, Piper. When did you get back?".Even his tone was cold, or was she misreading him? Seb had always been hard to read as kids and even more so as a teenager. But she could swear she felt nothing but disdain emanating from him.Seb stood roote
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That wasn't how Seb thought his first meeting with Piper would go at all. He'd been so rude! God only knew how Piper was feeling now. Seb considered going back in and setting the record straight, only, he wasn't sure he wanted to. He'd felt so angry at her when they were face to face, but for what he wasn't sure? The anger had just appeared out of nowhere and had dissipated as soon as he'd left the pub. "You're such an idiot!" Seb scolded himself as he headed towards his trusted boat Pip. He knew he could be difficult and moody at times, but generally, he tried to keep a lid on it. Showing any kind of emotion was a weakness in his eyes, at least that's what being in the Army had taught him. His parents were constantly comparing him to Will, and always questioning why he couldn't be more like his brother who was outgoing, gregarious, and flirtatious. Or, in Seb's own words - a male slut! To their parents, Will was the golden goose o
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Piper could feel someone touching her all over her body, fingers roaming, stroking, and teasing her. Her skin was alive and on fire at the hands caressing her - more, she wanted more!Her heart quickened, licking her lips she groaned in pleasure. It had been a long time since she'd been touched like that.She writhed on the bed in pure pleasure, a moan escaping her lips, sweat pouring out of her entire body and dripping everywhere.She clenched her thighs together to try to help the ache between her legs but it made no difference. She needed whoever it was inside of her now! But it was dark, so she couldn't see who the mysterious man was.The moonlight reflected through her bedroom window, exposing a profile. She could make out chin-length wavy hair and reached out to touch it.As she ran her fingers through it, something felt very familiar. His scent too - she would know that smell anywhere! He smelt of dove soap with a hint of spice.
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Seb and Will sat drinking a pint outside The Ship Inn, overlooking the harbour. It was such a lovely day and tourists were flocking everywhere spending their cash which was helping to line the pockets of all the local businesses. "How's business brother?" Will asked Seb. As always, Seb took his time to reply " Booming which will help me get through the winter if it carries on". "Good to hear! Will paused "Listen, Piper's back in town and I'm not sure if you know? Anyway, I went to see her and she is looking HOT!". Seb could see the glint in his brother's eyes and knew exactly where this was going "Let me guess, you're already thinking of trying to get into her pants? Did it ever occur to you that she might not be interested? And, she's our childhood friend Will!". Will laughed out loud "Who said I was trying to sleep with her? You have me all wrong brother. I was simply stating that she looked good that's all. When you see her you'll kno
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The look on Seb's face said it all - he was completely dumbfounded. Piper felt so bad! She didn't mean to blurt that out! What was she thinking? No doubt he thought she was a hussy now! If he was rude and standoffish before this then he was going to be even worse now. "I don't understand?" Seb now looked confused, "What do you mean you kissed? How on earth did that happen? And when exactly?". "Last week after we saw you at the pub. Will walked me home and one thing just led to another. I'm not actually sure how it happened, but I know too much drink was involved". Piper exhaled guiltily. "Oh, you mean after your date in Helston?". Seb asked sarcastically. "What?" Piper asked shocked, "It wasn't a date! Will asked if I wanted to go for drinks in Helston so I said yes. And anyway, it was you who was on a date that night!". Now Seb looked really confused as he started shaking his head "Whoa, I don't think I was. Where the hell did you get that fr
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