Chapter 34 - Holden

I cannot believe that Mayson is laid out on the bed before me. I feel like the luckiest man in the world at this moment. I am so in love with this woman. I have to take my time or her first time will be over before she can truly enjoy it. Maybe deep down I am just a caveman, but tonight I will be claiming her as my own and I dare anyone to try to break us apart.

I can tell she is nervous. Her breathing has picked up and the skin on her chest is flushed. Her eyes are closed so I know that she is starting to feel anxious. This is not the time for an anxiety attack. I lay down next to her and slowly run my hand up her arms. “Open your eyes, sweetheart. And look at me.” When she looked at me I could see a little fear in those emerald green eyes. “Don’t be scared, I will take care of you. It will be the best experience you ever had. I promise.” I could see her start to relax.

“I am not going to lie to you and tell you that it won’t hurt but I will be as gentle as I can. I don’t want t