L.A. Metro

by R J Nolan

  "Not a problem." Jess grinned. A sparkle lit her eyes.

  God. Is she going to suggest we go naked? Kim wasn't sure her heart could take it. And she sure as hell wouldn't be able to manage to keep her hands to herself.

  Jess started to speak, then seemed to change her mind about what she had been about to say.

  Kim didn't know whether she should be relieved or disappointed.

  "I have a spare suit." Jess ran her gaze down, then slowly back up Kim's body.

  Kim felt the look all the way to her core.

  "It should fit you." Jess turned toward the hall. "Come with me."

  I can only hope.

  Jess pulled the bathroom door shut. Coward. When Kim said she didn't have a suit, Jess had almost suggested they both skip them, but she had chickened out. Then, when it came time to change, she had retreated into the bathroom. Seeing Kim naked in her bedroom was not something she was ready for just yet. Not that she didn't want to see her naked. She longed to make love to Kim. Her dreams were filled with the memories of that all too brief encounter in front of Kim's fireplace.

  She started pulling off her clothes. What are you going to do when Kim wants to make love to you? And Jess knew that Kim would want to. In the past, Jess had been upfront with her lovers. She got her pleasure from touching them, not from them touching her. And both her exes had been willing to go along with that — at least for a while.

  But things were different with Kim. Jess was ashamed to admit to her that she needed to be in control. But that wasn't all of it. You want her to touch you. That was the real crux of the matter. The thought of Kim touching her intimately filled her with longing — and apprehension.

  Jess jerked her suit into place. Enough of this. It's too late to go back now. And you don't really want to anyway. That much was true. Kim already meant too much to Jess to not at least try. She just prayed she didn't disappoint her too deeply or worse yet, drive her away.

  She opened the bathroom door and took a single step into the room, then froze.

  Kim was standing next to the bed, dressed in a dark blue tank suit. It molded to her lush curves and full breasts like a second skin.

  "You are absolutely stunning." The sound of Jess's own voice startled her and she flushed. She had not meant to say the words out loud.

  A pleased smile graced Kim's face as she moved to stand near Jess. "Thank you." She appraised Jess's matching black suit. "So are you."

  As Kim's gaze moved down her body, Jess felt it like a caress. Flustered, she blurted out the first thing she could think of. "Water should be nice and hot." But not as hot as I am. She was thankful she managed to keep that second part to herself.

  Kim lifted darkened blue eyes and gazed at Jess. "Then we should jump in." Her eyes held a world of promise.

  Dreams do come true.

  Jess peeked at Kim through half-lidded eyes. She had urged Kim to try out the special lounge seat that was lined with jets. Kim's head was resting against the small pillow and her eyes were closed. In the muted lighting, Jess could only see a vague outline of her body under the water. But the sight of the tops of her breasts bobbing at the water line was enough to stir Jess's already simmering libido. She forced her gaze back to Kim's face. It was calm and smooth in repose.

  I'm glad she's calm. This is killing me. She slid off the seat. Sinking farther down into the hot water, Jess tried to relax. She braced her feet in the corner to keep her head above water. It was no use. After seeing Kim in her swimsuit, every time she closed her eyes, her mind kept insisting on going back to that night at Kim's. Her eyes drifted shut. Oh yeah...The feel of Kim's silky smooth skin. The taste of her nipples as they filled her mouth. The heat between Kim's thighs as her fingers —

  "Jess?"

  Jess yelped, startled out of her fantasy.

  Her feet slipped and she went under.

  She came back up sputtering.

  "Are you okay?" Kim slid over next to her in the water and lightly touched her back. "I didn't mean to startle you."

  Damn. Jess hoped like hell Kim mistook her flushed face for a reaction to being in the hot water. She slicked her hands over her wet hair, then tucked it behind her ears. "I'm okay. I must have been nodding off." Better her think that than what I was really doing.

  "You want to get out?"

  With Kim so close, Jess could not resist touching. She trailed her fingers through the droplets on Kim's upper arm. "I still owe you a back rub."

  Kim edged closer, and their thighs pressed together beneath the water.

  Their eyes met and held.

  "Where do you want me?" Kim's voice held a rich throaty tone that sent shivers through Jess's body.

  Underneath me. Jess bit her tongue to keep the words from tumbling out. She clenched her thighs together.

  Kim whimpered as if she had actually heard the words.

  It was too much for Jess. She surged forward, desperate to taste Kim's sweet lips. Her arms wrapped snugly around Kim's back.

  As she thrust her tongue into Kim's mouth, she pressed forward and, just for a moment, forgot where she was.

  That was all it took.

  She felt them both start to slide on the polished acrylic surface.

  Before she could catch her balance, they went under.

  Jess came up sputtering for the second time that night. Damn it. God. I've never been such a klutz with a woman. Then again she had never wanted any woman as she did Kim. Just relax before you kill her or yourself.

  Kim rose out of the water next to her and stood. Despite her dripping hair, she looked like a goddess.

  Shoving her hair back from her face, Jess said, "I'm sorry."

  Kim laughed and sat back down next to her. "Don't worry about it. It always seems so sexy in books when the characters make out in the hot tub." She wrung her hair out over her shoulder. "Guess that's creative writing for you."

  I dunked her and she still tries to make me feel better. Jess smiled. "Why don't we adjourn to someplace," she shook her wet head like a dog, "drier."

  "Hmm..." Kim ran her fingers lightly up and down Jess's arm. "Where did you have in mind?"

  The words were out before Jess could even think of stopping them. "My bed."

  After grabbing towels and quickly drying off, they didn't stop until they reached the side of Jess's bed.

  Jess thought she saw a bit of hesitancy mixed in with the arousal in Kim's eyes. How can you blame her after you flew off the couch when she kissed you. Jess pushed away the memory. She refused to let anything spoil this moment between them.

  She leaned forward and softly kissed Kim's neck. When Kim tilted her head, she smiled into the kiss. Trailing kisses down Kim's neck, she stopped to nip at her pulse point.

  "God, Jess. Kiss me." Kim pressed closer and put her hands on Jess's towel-covered hips.

  "I am."

  Kim pulled her neck away from Jess's mouth. "Kiss me. Please."

  Jess opened her stance and drew Kim against her body. She pressed her lips to Kim's and groaned when Kim opened to her.

  She wasn't sure how long they stood by the bed and kissed. As wonderful as it was, she wanted more. After denying for so long that she could have this type of relationship with Kim, now that she could, she wanted it all. Her hands roamed restlessly up and down Kim's back. She broke away from Kim's mouth and kissed her way up to her ear. "I need to touch you. Please let me touch you?"

  Kim took Jess's face between her palms. Her passion-dark eyes bore into Jess's. "Make love to me."

  Her heart soared at the trust in Kim's gaze. Jess reached for the towel wrapped around Kim and gently tugged it loose. It dropped to the floor, already forgotten.

  Jess reached for the strap of Kim's suit, then hesitated. "May I?"

  Kim nodded.

  Slowly peeling the suit down Kim's body as if she was unwrapping a precious gift, Jess admired every inch of bared skin. She paused often along the way to brush her fingers over a tantalizing soft spot or along a temptin
g curve.

  Kim's breath hitched with each feathery touch.

  The suit joined the towel and Kim stepped out of it.

  Jess softly ran her fingers down the midline of Kim's body. Kim arched into the touch. "You are exquisite," Jess said, her voice low and husky with arousal.

  A beautiful flush worked its way down Kim's chest to her rosy nipples.

  "Sit on the side of the bed for me?" Jess asked.

  Kim sat down and looked up at Jess.

  Jess pulled off her towel and let it fall to floor but kept on her suit. She dropped to her knees in front of Kim. "I've wanted this... wanted you, for months," Jess said. She could see the surprise in Kim's eyes and smiled. "It's true." Laying warm hands on Kim's thighs, she began to stroke the silky-smooth skin.

  Kim ran her fingers tenderly through Jess's hair. "I've wanted you too, Jess." She allowed Jess to spread her legs.

  Jess's heart tripped double time at the sight of the treasure laid bare before her. She moved between Kim's legs. Her hands slid up and cupped full breasts. She ran her thumbs back and forth over the already taut nipples. So beautiful.

  Kim leaned forward and pressed herself into Jess's hands, her pulse already skyrocketing.

  This is heaven. Jess lavished Kim's breasts with kisses before taking one of her nipples into her mouth and suckling.

  "God." Kim put her hand on the back of Jess's head. She tugged Jess's hand off her other breast and pressed it between her legs.

  Jess moaned at the slick heat that greeted her fingers. Stroking through the soaking wetness, she struggled to stave off her rising passions. Her own hips surged forward and pushed her hand more firmly against Kim.

  Kim gasped and her pelvis began to rock.

  Jess pulled back.

  "Why did you stop?" Kim whimpered and tried to guide Jess's hand back between her legs.

  She looked into Kim's wide pleading eyes. "I'll take care of you. I promise." Jess moved back a little more and urged Kim to spread her legs farther open.

  "Let me taste you?" Jess asked. Her own thighs clenched at the very thought. "Please."

  Kim's response was a throaty groan. Her hands gripped the comforter as if she was hanging on for dear life.

  Using her thumbs, Jess opened Kim and then dipped her head for her first taste. Perfect. Just perfect. Kim's hips bucked in her face. Never ceasing her explorations, she used her forearms to press down on Kim's thighs. Kim was close. Jess could feel it in the pulsing of her clit against her tongue. She closed her lips around Kim's clit and gently sucked.

  Kim let out an inarticulate cry and dropped backward onto the bed. Her climax struck a moment later. Her back arched bowstring tight for just a moment, then she slumped.

  Jess continued to lick her gently until Kim's body went completely limp and the tension left her thighs. Her own arousal was beating an insistent pulse between her legs, but she refused to give in to it.

  A soft warm smile graced Kim's flushed face when she finally lifted her head. She held out her hand to Jess. "Join me?"

  Jess nodded. She stood and started to take Kim's hand, then hesitated. Go the rest of the way. Don't be a coward and ruin things now.

  Kim's expression fell and she sat up.

  This is Kim. You can do this. Jess smiled, trying to ease Kim's mind. Taking a deep breath, she reached for the straps of her suit. Hyperaware of Kim's gaze on her, she quickly pulled the suit off.

  She joined Kim on the bed, and together they scooted into the middle. Jess lay on her back and opened her arms. Kim snuggled against her side and let out a long sigh.

  Despite the renewed throb between her thighs at the feel of Kim's nude body pressed to hers, Jess was filled with a contentment she could not remember ever experiencing before.

  After several minutes of contented bliss, Kim roused herself. Jess's hand stroking slowly up and down her back was lulling her to sleep.

  Wouldn't do to fall asleep. Very déclassé. Especially after Jess got down on her knees and fairly worshiped you. It had been a unique experience. Never had a lover been so solicitous and careful with her. The look in Jess's eyes and her soft, tender touches had made Kim feel wanted down to her very soul.

  Lifting up, Kim gazed down at Jess's beautiful face. Jess's eyes slowly opened. She smiled into silvery-blue eyes. Unable to resist, she leaned in and kissed Jess's soft lips.

  Jess hummed into the kiss and opened to Kim.

  Kim shifted closer as she pressed her tongue into Jess's mouth. The taste of herself on Jess's lips sent her arousal soaring. She put her hand on Jess's bare belly and started to slide her hand up.

  Jess stiffened.

  Damn. You know you can't treat her like your other lovers. Kim pulled back, breaking the kiss. She remained on her side but moved far enough away to break all body contact between them. "Sorry."

  "No." Jess turned on her side and drew her knees up. She draped one arm across her breasts. "You didn't do anything wrong. I'm sorry. I... I want you to touch me... but..." Jess glanced away. "I don't know if I can let you," she whispered.

  Oh Jess. Seeing Jess, normally so confident, looking so unsure and vulnerable broke Kim's heart. How can I fix this? She wanted their first time together to be as special for Jess as Jess had made it for her.

  That was when inspiration struck. Jess had given her the clue she needed when she made love to her. I can give her this. "It's okay, Jess."

  Jess's gaze remained fixed on the comforter. "No. It isn't —"

  Kim put her finger on Jess's lips. "Yes, it is." She stroked Jess's cheek. "Please look at me." It took a moment, but Jess finally looked up. Kim gazed deep into her eyes, willing Jess to believe her. "I understand. Whatever you need. It's okay. Trust me." She sat up and positioned herself so that she was on her knees near Jess, but not touching her.

  "Sit up against the headboard for me. Please." She could read the confusion on Jess's face, but she did as Kim asked. "If you'll let me, I'd like to try something. If you get the least bit uncomfortable, I'll stop. Okay?"

  Blowing out a breath, Jess nodded hesitantly.

  Not a ringing endorsement, but she didn't say no. Kim moved closer until she was kneeling next to Jess. She sat back on her heels. Her thigh lightly touched Jess's hip. "Can I kiss you?"

  This time the nod was not at all tentative. Jess smiled.

  Keeping her hands on her own thighs, Kim leaned in and softly kissed Jess. She took her time, making sure just their lips touched at first. Then she trailed kisses down her neck and over her collarbone, never going lower than the upper swell of Jess's breasts.

  It wasn't long before Jess started to respond. She captured Kim's lips in a deep kiss.

  So far, so good. Kim could see the rapid beat at Jess's pulse point. "Feel good?"

  "Yes. More," Jess said, in a breathy voice.

  Kim picked up one of Jess's hands and put it over the top of hers. She gently placed her hand on one of Jess's breasts. Scooting closer, she said, "Show me what you like, how to touch you."

  Jess groaned. She applied pressure to Kim's hand, guiding it. She pressed Kim's palm firmly to her breast and used it to knead the pliant globe. Then she used Kim's fingers to roll her nipple.

  That's it. Show me. Kim smiled into Jess's eyes when her breath hitched. Kim brought up her other hand and began to caress the opposite breast the same way.

  Soon Jess's eyes closed and her head went back. She removed her hand, leaving Kim's in place.

  Kim placed kisses across Jess's breasts before going lower to take one of her taut nipples into her mouth. When her mouth made contact with Jess's nipple, Jess moaned loudly. Her hand came up to cup the back of Kim's head, pressing her into her breast.

  She continued to pleasure Jess's breasts until she felt Jess's hips begin to rock. Her own arousal was rising again, but she concentrated on Jess. She eased away from her breasts.

  A desperate groan escaped Jess's lips. "Don't stop." She tried to urge Kim back to her breast.

  "I'
m not stopping. I promise." That's it. Don't think about anything but how good you feel.

  Kim waited until Jess opened her eyes before going any further. She wanted to make sure Jess was seeing her. I don't want anything to ruin this. Holding out her hand to Jess, she was ecstatic when Jess eagerly took her hand. She linked their fingers together and slowly guided their entwined hands down Jess's abdomen. She bent forward and delicately licked Jess's ear. "Spread your legs for me, Jess."

  Jess moaned, long and low. There was no hesitation. Her legs spread open.

  Arousal skittered down Kim's spine. "Show me, Jess. Make me touch you," she said.

  Jess's hips bucked as she guided Kim's fingers to stroke through her heat, working herself closer to release. She threw her head back, her eyes tightly clenched as she panted for breath.

  Kim felt Jess start to tremble. She picked up the motion Jess had started, sliding her fingers faster over her throbbing clit. Kim could feel the increased tremors. She knew Jess was close.

  "Come for me, Jess," Kim whispered, close to her ear.

  "Oh my God, Kim!" Jess climaxed, her whole body going rigid. Her back arched off the bed.

  When Jess finally went limp, Kim slid up next to her. She was dismayed to see tears trickling out from between Jess's tightly closed eyelids.

  "Jess, what's wrong? Oh, sweetheart, did I hurt you?" Please, tell me I didn't. She placed soft kisses on Jess's face.

  Slowly Jess opened her eyes and looked at Kim.

  "Did I hurt you?" Kim asked again. Jess looked more dazed than hurt. She took a chance and stroked Jess's belly in small comforting circles.

  Jess covered Kim's hand and squeezed it. "No, you didn't hurt me. That was… that was… amazing." Jess still had a slightly glazed look in her eyes. "No one has ever done that for me before." She shook her head as if she could not quite believe what had happened.

  Huh? "No one has ever brought you to climax?" Kim asked, still not quite sure she understood correctly. That can't be true. Can it?

  "No. Never. Not by touching me. And when someone tried..." Jess blushed. "I could never come."

  Oh my God. Kim thought her heart would burst with the strength of her feelings. "Oh, Jess, thank you, sweetheart."