A storm, a kiss and a surrender

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Summary

A short story 2 lifelong friends caught out by the weather and their feelings for each other that they have been denying for years.

Genre
Romance
Author
Emma
Status
Complete
Chapters
1
Rating
n/a
Age Rating
18+

Chapter 1


I had spent a lovely afternoon with chris, my childhood friend. He was , and always had been, incredibly handsome, with blue eyes and blonde hair, that had darkened with age. I admired his ambition and drive, qualities that had defined him. Despite years of people mistaking us for a couple, we'd always laughed it off, content with the 'just good friends' label. He was my confidant, my sounding board, especially when relationships went awry. It struck me as odd that i hadn't seen him with anyone lately, given his undeniable charm.

A sudden storm and unspoken desire

I drive past my house, searching for a parking spot, eventually finding one. Chris noticing my thoughtful silence, asking where my thoughts were. I confess my musings about his love life. He chuckled, denying  any worry on my part, but then revealed he had his eyes on someone special, taking his time to ensure perfect timing. I smile back at him, happy for him and suggest a coffee before my kids arrive home. 

As we step out of the car, the sky unexpectedly darkens, the promised warmth of the summer day vanished, replaced by a sudden heavy downpour. My light, white t-shirt once airy, now clung to my skin, revealing my lacey bra beneath. A shiver ran down my spine, not entirely from the cold. I curse under my breath as the fabric tightened across my chest. The earthy scent of wet pavement filled the air. Instinctively, I reach for Chris's hand, his fingers cool against mine, urging him to hurry inside.

A touch that ignites

We get to the small, cramped, covered entry way to my house. Our bodies pressed against each other while i fumble with the keys, my wet hands slipping on the smooth metal, I felt a surge of mild frustration, quickly replaced by a subtle current of awareness as Chris's fingers brush against mine, taking the keys with a quiet competence. I hear the click of the lock, and the squeak of the hinges as the door slowly opens, and then the blessed relief of being indoors, the storm momentarily shut out. 'Wow! That was something!' I exclaimed while we both shake our heads to shake the rain out of our hair as rain drops fly everywhere. The impulse to help, to offer comfort, was immediate. 'I'll go get you a towel, be right back!'. I bound up the stairs, the sound of my own footsteps echoing in the sudden quiet of the house, a stark contrast to the drumming rain outside. One towel for Chris, another for myself, already running it through my hair, trying to tame the damp strands. Then my room, a sanctuary of warmth and dryness. Without a second  thought  I strip off my soaking wet tshirt, the cool air on my skin, a welcome relief after the oppressive cling of wet fabric. I toss the soggy shirt into my laundry basket, turning round, ready to find something dry. Thats when I see him. Chris is standing in my doorway, a silent unmoving presence. The soft light from the hallway framed him, casting a subtle glow around his perfect form. But its his eyes that hold me captive. Those beautiful, sensual eyes, usually warm and playful, were now alight with an intensity that stole my breath. They weren't just looking at me, they were devouring me, a silent conversation passing between us that bypassed words entirely. My heart, already racing from the dash through the rain, now hammered against my ribs, a frantic drumbeat of anticipation. The air in the room, suddenly thick and charged, felt like it was humming with an unspoken energy. Every nerve ending in my body seemed to awaken, tingling with  a heightened awareness of his presence, and one of my own exposed vulnerability. I couldn't move, couldn't speak, suspended in the space between the storm outside and the growing storm within.

He unfolding storm within

He walked towards me, a predators silent grace in his movements, and I was utterly captivated. My breath hitched as he reached behind me, his fingers brushing my neck, sending shivers down my spine, as he slowly, deliberately, pulled the band from my hair. My wet strands tumbled down, a cool cascade against my skin. Then, his hand moved to the nape of my neck, a gentle yet firm grip, pulling me to him. His lips met mine, not with the urgency i expected, but with a velvety softness, a tender exploration the belied the fire in his eyes. His other hand circled my back, pressing me flush against his still damp shirt, the cool, wet fabric a stark contrast to the rapidly rising heat of my skin. His tongue, emboldened, began its dance with mine and teasing at first, then growing more confident, more demanding. My heart, already a frantic drum against my ribs, accelerated with each deepening kiss, a wild rhythm mirroring the rising tide within me. A delicious dampness bloomed between my legs, a silent testament to the raw hunger he ignited. My hands almost of their own accord, reached up, fumbling for the hem of his wet shirt, a desperate need to strip away the barrier between us. But he stopped me, his grip on my wrists gentle but firm. Then,  he turned me around, a silent command in the movement. He swept my hair to the side, exposing the sensitive skin of my neck, and began peppering it with soft lingering kisses. One hand found its way to my throat, a feather-light touch that still made me gulp, while the other began a slow, deliberate exploration of my breasts, circling and teasing the peaks through the thin, clingy fabric of my bra.I tried again to reach for him, my fingers yearning to touch, to pull him closer, to feel his skin against mine, but he wouldn't allow it, his voice a husky whisper in my ear, "behave." The word was a tantalising challenge, a promise of control that only amplified my desire. His hand moved lower, a slow exquisite descent, until his fingers slipped under the waistband of my leggins, seeking, searching. He found the wet patch on my knickers, a direct hit to the core of my arousal. His fingers hooked under the lace, a soft tug, then a gentle, maddening stroke that made a strangled cry escape my lips. I tried once more to reach for him, a desperate attempt to break free of his delicious restraint, but again he stopped me. Then to my surprise, he pulled away slightly, just enough to shed his own soaking shirt. The sight of his bare chest, slick and muscled, took my breath away. He was a vision of raw power, and the sudden shift in focus only heightened my anticipation. He stepped back towards me, his eyes never leaving mine, and kissed me again, this time with a primal intensity that stole the air from my lungs and sent a tremor through my legs. My knees buckled, weak with a pleasure so potent it was almost pain, and he used my sudden instability to guide me, to push me gently backwards towards the bed, the soft mattress a silent invitation for the glorious surrender that was about to unfold.

A delicious restraint

I felt the soft undoing of my bra clasp, the straps gently slipping from my shoulders as his gaze remained locked on mine. I reach around him, my fingers tracing the line of his back, as he presses me down onto the bed. He catches my wrists, pulling my hands above my head. The cool satin of my dressing gown belt wrapped around my wrists, tying me to the bed, a delicious restraint that made me even wetter.

His lips claimed mine as his hand expertly kneaded one of my breasts, drawing a moan from my throat. He squeezed my nipple, a sharp exquisite pleasure that made me cry out before he switched to the other, peppering kisses along my neck. Parting my legs with his knee he settled between my legs, allowing me to feel the undeniable hardness of his own arousal. One hand glided down my side, making me squirm deliciously beneath him.

Extasy in every touch

Chris moves lower, taking my niple in his mouth, licking, sucking, and nibbling, making me moan and call out his name. He repeats the tantalising assault on my other breast before his hand moves down my body, slipping inside my leggins and knickers once again, drawing another cry from my lips. His fingers find their way inside before returning to my clit, stroking it slowly and gently. I cry out in pleasure as he kisses me again, the world narrowing to his touch, until I can't barely breathe.

He pulls away, just long enough to slowly slide my remaing clothes off of me making me blush with embarrassment. He hands swept their way up my thighs, parting my legs again, and starts rubbing my clit again with maddening softness. Just as the pressure builds to an undeniable crescendo, his fingers slipp inside me, and his lips and tongue find my clit. It doesn't take long before im screaming in extasy and completely drenched.

The climax

When I finally get a bit of my breath back and open my eyes chris is looking down at me leaning over me now completely naked, positioned between my legs. One hand reaches up to cup my face in his hand and then he crushes my lips with his devouring me. My breathing becomes erratic again. He pulls away, waits for me to open my eyes and says, 'I want you to look at me as I take you!' I look at him and nervously nod back at him. Without any warning he thrusts into me making me scream out in pleasure and shock. My whole body is on fire, my hands grab onto the headboard and hold on for dear life as he takes me on the ride of my life. I close my eyes as I feel the orgasm of all orgasms about to hit. He slows down and demands that I open my eyes. I reluctantly open my eyes as he then speeds up again. He starts to moan his pleasure mixing with mine. He thrusts with more urgency as our climaxes hit at the same time.  I feel his seed pumping in to me as I convulse around him. Breathless,  he collapses onto me, before releasing my wrists from their shackles.

The aftermath: A quiet breath

The world, moments ago a blur of sensation and desperate need, slowly sharpened into focus. Our ragged breathing mingled together, echoing in the quiet room. His weight, heavy and reassuring, presses me into the mattress, our bodies slick with sweat and the lingering heat of climax. I can feel the frantic beat of his heart against my chest, slowly softening to a more rhythmic thrum, mirroring my own. The satin belt now lose around my wrists were almost an afterthought, a playful remnant of the exquisite surrender.

As the last tremors faded, a profound sense of peace settles over me,  a calm born from the storm. I run my fingers tentatively over the damp skin of Chris's back m, feeling the ripple of muscle beneath my touch. The rain outside had lessened, a gentle patter now, a soft counterpoint to the quiet sounds of our breathing. The air in the room, once thick with anticipation, was now heavy with the sweet, musky scent of our shared passion

He stirred, a soft groan escaping his lips as he shifted, lifting his head slightly. His eyes, still clouded with desire, slowly find mine. There was a vulnerability there, a tenderness that made my own heart ache in the best possible way. A slow, lazy smile spread across his face, and he nuzzled into my neck, pressing a soft kiss to my collarbone.

"Wow," he murmured, his voice hosrse, a barely audible whisper against my skin. "That was.... unbelievable."

I let out a shaky laugh, a sound of pure contentment. "Yell me about it." My voice was still breathless, a little raw  but laced with a warmth that spread through every inch of my being.  I tightened my arms around him, pulling him even closer, if that was possible. "I thought I was going to explode."

He chuckled, the vibration rumbling through my chest. "Mission accomplished, then." He lifted his head again, his gaze lingering on my face. His thumb gently stroked my cheekbone, tracing the line of my jaw. "Your incedible.'

A flush spread through me, a blush born not of embarrassment, but of profound affection and a deep, undeniable connection. I met his gaze, no need for words, the intensity of the moment speaking volumes. The world outside, the rain, the dash for shelter - it all seemed a lifetime ago. Right now, there was only this room, this bed, and the comforting weight of his body entwined with mine.

"Stay," I whispered, the soft word a plea, a gentle command, a promise.

He simply tightened his embrace, burying his face in my hair, and I knew, without him saying a word, that he wouldn't be going anywhere.