I didn't resist the deepening of Marius's kiss; it was too intoxicating to resist. The way he kissed was like an art, and even without words, I could feel that this was Marius's way of drawing me into his world. "Sam, I miss you so much," Marius whispered those words and the sentiment hung in the air. The way he said it, without explicitly admitting it, conveyed a depth of emotion that resonated with me. I understood the unspoken language of his longing. I parted my lips to respond, but Marius seized the opportunity to reclaim my mouth. This time, he was more daring, and it became increasingly challenging for me to hold back. Marius didn't offer me a chance to reciprocate; instead, he took control, leaving me willingly lost in the warmth of his embrace. I succumbed completely, attempting to match Marius's intensity, knowing full well that I couldn't compete. At that moment, I realized I couldn't measure up to him, but my longing to experience the magic of his kiss once more overshad
I quickly released a deep sigh as Marius managed to capture my lips swiftly. Simultaneously, he pushed me against the door. I closed my eyes firmly, savoring the delightful sensation of Marius's kiss, slowly losing myself in the moment. It felt as if the wings of a bird were delicately caressing my heart. Marius's kiss was far from gentle. In fact, it was fervent, as if it had no intention of running out of time. I tightly clung to Marius's neck. I felt that if I didn't do that, my knees would give in to the intense weakness I was experiencing. It seemed like Marius understood what I was going through at that moment, as he firmly held my waist, providing support. "Sam, are you sure about this?" he asked, momentarily breaking the kiss. I didn't answer him. Instead, I bridged the small gap between our lips once again, resuming our interrupted kiss. I knew Marius understood what I meant. I sensed that he, too, was eagerly desiring me. So, I wasn't surprised when he lifted the hem of
Exhausted, I fell asleep. This time, in the arms of Marius. What we did earlier didn't lead to the bedroom, to be honest. However, he laid me on his beautiful and large four-poster bed with a soft mattress and laid down beside me. Both of us were without a stitch of clothing. So when I turned away and noticed it was getting late, I got up quickly. One by one, I picked up my clothes scattered on the floor. I knew Marius was tired too. Not from the exertion of what we did before sleeping, but from driving. Bulacan isn't that far from Manila, but since Marius always keeps watch over me at the hospital, his sleep is never quite complete. I started to get dressed, and afterward, I glanced with a smile at the still peacefully sleeping man. He was incredibly handsome. Like a living Adonis, if you were to ask me. I might have said this many times before. But the truth is, even if my mind can't remember Marius, my heart knows him very well. And that's the only thing I hold on to. I careful
That evening was truly delightful. Though we were just three, we managed to fill the entire kitchen with laughter that echoed throughout the house. I helped Nana Lourdes clean up after our meal. Honestly, even though it was my first time meeting her and spending time together, I felt a genuine connection with Nana Lourdes. I had a strong sense that we would get along well. She shared a lot with me about Marius, but not about the women who had been a part of his life. I was more curious about that aspect and wanted to hear it from Nana Lourdes. "Doesn't Nana Lourdes stay here overnight?" I asked when Marius and I found ourselves sitting side by side on a long bench on the veranda of his room. The night sky was already dark, adorned with numerous stars and a round, luminous moon. Stargazing was delightful, especially with Marius. "No, she doesn't. She has her own house, not far from here," Marius answered, gently cradling my head and leaning it on his shoulder. "Does she have someon
I wasn't wrong in my assumption about Marius. It seemed like I didn't know how to do anything else but moan and bite my lower lip whenever I had the chance, as he let my mouth go. He continued playing with the edge of my chest, and I just freely accepted everything. "Sam, I don't know what you did, but I can't seem to move on from everything you showed me a while ago," he said, leaning down and kissing me again. I opened my eyes upon hearing that. Our gazes met, and that's when memories seemed to flood back as I looked deeply into what seemed like small flames competing in Marius's eyes. It felt like something indescribable had been etched into my memory as I gazed at those eyes. That made me feel even more overwhelmed and yearning. "Ohhhhhhh..." That's all I managed to say, unsure if Marius was getting impatient as he waited for my response. But since I just kept staring at him, he gently lowered his lips back to the edge of my chest, playing with it again before immersing it in hi
I didn't know what was in that word, but I immediately felt a challenge in Marius's tone. Honestly, I was a bit annoyed with him. Not in a bad way, though. I was irritated in a way that made it seem like he was asking if that was all I could do. So, the seemingly intensified challenge resonated even more in my heart. "Is this all you've got, Marius?" Instead of retaliating or easing my frustration, I threw it back at him. I posed a question that I knew he wouldn't let slide, and I was right. "Yeah? Is that what you think of me, sweetheart?" he retorted, his tone betraying an unexplainable irritation. I didn't anticipate what Marius would do next. Perhaps fueled by irritation, he abruptly lifted me without any warning. Then, he drew out his masculinity from within and stood up. "Marius!" I exclaimed in surprise as he suddenly grabbed my hand and pulled me up. "I don't want my capabilities questioned, Samantha Scott, especially coming from you. That's a significant insult to my manh
"Sam, you have no idea what you're doing to me, do you?" Marius asked me. In response, I shook my head consecutively, my vision blurring at that moment due to intense ecstasy. I felt like I couldn't take it anymore. So, once again, I pulled him close and kissed him passionately. I wasn't sure how Marius perceived my actions. As our lips fervently met, I precisely felt his fingers entering my core. I moaned, and yet, it was just the beginning. As Marius began his movements, I started to lose myself. I weakened, overcome by the pleasurable sensations coursing through me. I knew this was the start of experiencing the delightful punishment Marius could bring to me—a consequence I willingly embraced after what I said earlier. But if it would always be like this, if I would consistently lose myself in the indescribable pleasure he could provide, I would willingly succumb. This was the kind of punishment I could relish due to what I disclosed earlier. If this was his weakness that I neede
I had no idea how long Marius planned to indulge me in this delightful punishment. He continued his worship of my womanhood, and I remained defenseless, accepting everything he desired to do to me—the man my heart recognized as my dearest love. Marius's tongue showed no signs of resting. It moved in and out of my core, and I couldn't predict when it would cease. Unable to resist any longer, I moved, and one of my hands gently tangled in Marius's hair. The way he was exploring my womanhood was tender, with a unique touch that I couldn't quite describe but intensified the warmth I felt. Pleasurable. Erotic. Sensual. Those words were insufficient to describe what I truly felt during those moments. All I knew was that I was losing myself, and my strength was fading, even though, in reality, we hadn't reached the climax of our intimacy. When Marius paused in his tongue's exploration of my womanhood, he returned to the same fervent kissing he had done earlier. At this point, it seemed
Lena's heart pounded loudly, but she tried her best to ignore it and stay calm. "Hey," said the man beside her, now seated in front of the steering wheel. He took her hand, raised it to his lips, and kissed it. "Everything will be okay," he reassured her with a smile. A simple smile broke across Lena's lips. She then squeezed Calum's hand, which hadn't let go of hers. "Maybe I should just become your neighbor," Calum said with a soft laugh as he started his newly bought SUV. Lena turned to him, surprised by his statement. "Are you serious?" she asked. Calum glanced at her briefly before responding with a smile, "Do I look like I'm joking?" and winked at her. Lena's heart warmed at his gesture. She was happy Calum had come into her life, even though there was no official title to whatever it was between them. "Do you think they'll forgive me?" Lena asked. "I know Sam. We've been friends for a long time, so I know everything will be okay," Calum replied. Lena s
I bit my lower lip as Marius's tongue traced delicate patterns of desire along the contours of my most intimate place. The sensation was electrifying, sending shivers down my spine and awakening every nerve ending in my body. My hands, bound as per my earlier request, left me completely at his mercy, unable to do anything but surrender to the overwhelming pleasure coursing through me."This is so good, mmmnnn—Sam," Marius murmured between tantalizing kisses and gentle suckling, each touch adding to the mounting waves of ecstasy crashing over me.I gasped, feeling his skilled tongue work its magic on the tender flesh between my thighs. His movements were deliberate, teasingly slow yet purposeful, driving me to the brink of blissful release. My body quivered uncontrollably, reacting to his every caress.I struggled to maintain composure, attempting to rein in the overwhelming sensations coursing through me. Yet, deep down, I knew Marius wanted to hear me moan, to see me lose control und
I didn’t know if it was because of the wine I had drunk, but at that moment, not only was my body ablaze with heat, but my courage as well. Unable to resist any longer, I took Marius’s hand and placed it between my thighs, right on my most intimate part.In response, Marius released a series of heavy breaths, and his kisses suddenly became rougher. His lips, once gentle and exploratory, now moved with urgency, claiming mine with a hunger that sent shivers down my spine.I expected something like this, knowing what he was capable of. But despite knowing what Marius would likely do, he still managed to surprise me with his sudden changes in style, or the way he would catch me off guard. Every kiss, every touch felt new and exciting, setting my skin on fire.“You’re hot tonight, Sam,” he murmured as he began to shower my face with small kisses, moving down to my neck, each kiss like a brand on my heated skin.“Oh, Marius, I’m always hot when we’re in this situation, aren’t I?” I replied,
It was the first time since Marius and I had separated that we found ourselves sharing a passionate drink together. No wonder he wanted us to be in his room—he had already prepared two glasses and a special wine on a small candlelit table. The room was dimly lit, the soft glow of candles casting dancing shadows on the walls, creating an intimate and inviting atmosphere. The fragrance of roses and vanilla filled the air, adding to the romantic setting.Since leaving that house over a year ago, it was my first time stepping back into Marius's room. The familiar scent of his cologne mixed with the new, comforting aroma of the candles, making my heart flutter. That explained why I felt a bit uneasy."I wanted to have a sweet dance with you, that's why I brought you here," Marius said as he turned on the small stereo in his room. Moments later, a beautiful, melodious love song filled the air, the gentle notes wrapping around us like a warm embrace."Come here," he said, extending his hand t
I’m happy with everything that's happening in my life with Marius. Honestly, I couldn't ask for more because everything is going according to my wishes, my prayers, and my dreams. It felt like living in a perfect fairy tale where everything was just right.“That’s good to hear. Anyway, I’ve always dreamed of seeing you happy. You know that, right? I hope you’ll always be happy because I love you,” said Calum, his voice warm and sincere over the phone.A sweet smile automatically spread across my lips. I was on the veranda of my room, the cool evening breeze gently caressing my skin. The sun was setting, casting a golden glow over everything, and the scent of blooming flowers filled the air. Manang Sela was busy in the kitchen, preparing dinner, while MJ was wide awake in his crib, giggling and reaching for the colorful toys hanging above him.I looked out over the garden, where the vibrant colors of the flowers seemed to glow in the fading light. The sound of birds settling in for th
"Wow," was all Calum could say, his eyes wide with surprise and his voice barely above a whisper, the word hanging in the air between them.Lena nodded and gave a sweet, but wistful, smile. Deep inside, she felt the familiar ache of missing Marius gnawing at her heart. She knew it for sure now. In the past, her mind had been preoccupied with the singular intimate moment they had shared, a moment that had burned itself into her memory. But now, she realized that it was their deep and beautiful friendship she truly longed for, the connection that had been the bedrock of her happiness. That was the root of her frequent bouts of sadness. Perhaps it was too late for her to come to this realization. Honestly, she wouldn't have reached this epiphany if it weren't for what Calum did. If it weren't for this conversation."But he's gone," Lena confessed sadly, her voice tinged with melancholy as she turned to look at Calum. Her eyes, usually so vibrant, now seemed dull and distant, reflecting th
Calum let out an amused laugh before gently pinching Lena's cheek. “Of course, it's about you,” he said, sitting down beside her and putting his arm around her.With Calum's arm around her, Lena suddenly felt a wave of fatigue. She didn't know why she felt so tired, but if there was one thing she was sure of, it was the sudden happiness she felt right now."You know, all we need is a good and honest conversation to understand each other," Calum continued, his voice soft yet firm, like a comforting lullaby that reached into the deepest parts of her heart.Lena couldn't quite understand what Calum was getting at, but suddenly she saw her best friend in him—no one else but Marius. The thought brought fresh tears to her eyes, her vision blurring as memories of Marius flooded her mind."Hey! What's wrong now?" Calum asked, chuckling softly, his eyes crinkling at the corners.Lena couldn't understand why she wasn't annoyed, even though Calum was laughing in such a situation. Maybe if it wer
"Talk to me, Lena," he insisted, his tone pleading, eyes searching hers for any hint of relent.Lena sighed deeply, feeling the weight of his gaze, and turned to face him. Just as she expected, he had followed her all the way to her apartment. The hallway was quiet, the muted hum of city life barely seeping through the thick walls. Not wanting any neighbors to witness their confrontation, she decided to let him in, her fingers trembling slightly as she unlocked the door."What do you want to talk about, Celso?" she asked, her voice carrying an edge of weariness."About us. About the two of us, Lena. It doesn't seem right to just leave things as they are. I miss you so much, and I really want to experience all the things we used to do again," he said, his words filled with a desperate longing.Lena watched as Celso took a step closer, his eyes dark and intense. She was standing by the kitchen table, her hands gripping the back of a chair for support, while he was just a couple of steps
Lena’s brows furrowed quickly when she recognized the man standing at a distance, looking at her. She was on her way home from her shift. The sun had just risen. Because her company was based in another country, the time zone was different from the Philippines. “How have you been, Lena?” When Celso got closer to her, that was his immediate greeting, accompanied by a sweet smile. Lena stared intently at his face. “I’m fine. How about you? How are you? Why are you here? How did you know I work here?” she asked in rapid succession. “Your aunt told me,” he answered briefly. Lena’s brows knitted together again, and she felt a surge of deep concern in her heart. “Did something happen to my Aunt Lourdes?” she asked, unable to hide the mix of nerves and fear in her voice. Celso grinned. “No, nothing happened to her. But from what you just said, it looks like I now have an idea of how to lure you out of your hiding place,” he said to her. “What are you talking about?” Lena asked irritab