Romance: My First Time With The Tycoon
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With all of the marriage talk and her sister’s happiness she had begun to wonder if she would ever get married.
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It was the day of Leah’s wedding. Amanda made her way to town to try on the bridesmaid dresses which was custom made for her in the early hours of the morning.
“Oh Amanda you really look so beautiful in a such a lovely gown!”
“Thanks Leah, although I don’t feel it looks that great on me. Not half as good as you, at least but this it is your wedding and it would be rude for me to outshine you on your special day.” They both laughed and hugged.
“Are you happy sis?” Amanda asked in a serious tone. Leah's smile said it all.
“So happy, you can't even imagine. I hope someday you will find this amazing bliss too!”
Amanda again wondered if she ever would as others didn’t see her as marriage material.
“So when does the dancing start?” Amanda asked.
“Soon, I hope. Jake is taking care of some business. No matter how hard he tried, some business had to be taken care of today. He said it would not be long.”
Amanda liked that Jake was so practical. He made a good match for Leah that way.
Jake returned just in time for the celebration. There was delicious food, dancing and a good time was had by all. Amanda met their neighbors more formally and was unable to decide if any of them were involved with the troubles the Morgan land was having but decided not to focus on that on her sister’s wedding day. Only good times and good thoughts on this day, she thought to herself.
Chapter Three
Leah watched her husband enter their bedroom. The guests were gone and the night was theirs. Finally, I can have him all to myself, Leah thought. Although she had enjoyed the wedding ceremony and celebration very much, this was the part of wedding that she was looking forward to.
Amanda had teased her about being a virgin, however she felt at ease with Jake. She was eager to consummate their wedding once and for all.
Jake began to take off his jacket, smiling at her. His handsome face, the lamplight sparkling in his dark eyes and the strength in his body turned her on. They had shared many a kiss and she was looking forward to many more with him tonight. Leah was sitting on the bed and he walked over smiling, undoing his shirt. Leah began unlacing her petticoats.
“I have waited so long for this my love. From the first moment I saw you, I knew it was you I wanted.” her husband told her. Leah felt tears and desire coming over her.
“I am so glad Jake. My darling, for I too loved you the moment you rode up to save us. I am so glad you chose me; I know Amanda is better looking than me in many ways.”
“There was no chance my lovely. She is certainly a beautiful woman, but I was made for you as you are for me, and you are the most beautiful woman in the world. I am constantly amazed that you are mine.
. As he moved near her, his naked chest so muscled and alluring to her, she trembled slightly with her desire. She could smell his maleness and felt a need that she had never felt before and it was for him. All of him.
As her clothes fell to the floor they moved towards the bed and lay back on it. As she lay, he positioned himself above her on one arm, next to her and he reached forward and cupped her cheek, leaning in to kiss her lips. She eagerly received him. His hand moved down over her naked body, caressing trails of tingling desire. She moved to unbuckle his belt as he explored between her thighs, which she opened readily for him. His lips on her breasts were like a fire she did not want put out. His hand between her thighs made her so wet. This feels so right, she thought to herself.
She moaned uncontrollably and soon he was moaning right along with her as they kissed each other and explored each other’s bodies.
“Oh yes Jake, yes! Take me right now!” She gasped and his hardened cock entered her waiting center of pleasure and it filled her completely as he rose and came back down, over and over causing her to squeal and moan with complete abandon, feeling more pleasure than she could have ever believed was possible. They both came at the same time. She felt so complete and satisfied with pleasure in a way that felt completely unreal.
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Leah's life continued in what she considered a perfect way. She managed the house and all of its affairs and Jake handled the business of the land and. They were great partners in life and in bed. Leah was always amazed at the joy she felt when they spent time in their wonderful bed making love on a daily basis.
Traditionally when two people got married, the property and possessions technically came under the ownership of the husband. Leah had no problem with her share going to Jake because she knew he would do right by the land. She did not, however, want her sister to lose out on anything. Their father had left the land to both of them. Fortunately, Amanda did not have a problem with Jake being a part of the family in that way. Jake too was content with Amanda staying at their sheep farm and running things. He just would make suggestions from time to time and let her run it. It was a good agreement that worked for everyone, especially now, as Leah was two months pregnant and beginning to show.
Jake came back from the grazing land just as dinner was ready. He checked and made sure she was ok, as usual, and then they sat to dinner.
“So how did your day go Jake?”
He smiled and swallowed the bread he had been chewing on.
“Good my love. I saw Amanda today and she had a thought. Remember that time, just before our wedding, when she shot those two sheep killers outside the Morgan ranch?” Leah nodded. She had been very proud of her sister. It was an amazing shot.
“She said something bothered her about it and she thinks she knows what it was. The second man she shot, she saw him move afterward, but Rodney had said his neck appeared broke in the fall.”
“Yes, I remember that, she was very puzzled over it.” He nodded.
“Indeed and she said she believes from the way the neck looked broke, there was no way he could have moved. Men with severely broken necks do not move around afterward, yet she saw him move.”
“Ok dear, then either Amanda was mistaken or Rodney. Which made me think back.” Her husband said. “I remember the angle of the body when I went to the ranch. The break was severe enough to kill him, even if the bullet hadn't been. I’m convinced that if Amanda said she saw him move, she was right. There are many things your sister may not be the best at, but when it comes to an emergency like that, I have no doubt that would remember every detail.”
“So what do we do?” Leah asked.
“Amanda wants to set a trap for him because if someone killed that man before the bullet did, it was to prevent Amanda from getting information from him. I believe that Rodney is an inside man with whomever is after the Morgan Ranch. I feel we are definitively on the right track to finally catching the culprit. Amanda is going to wait before doing anything in the hopes she can find out who he works for.” She smiled at him happily and he returned it.
“She will be ok?” Leah asked.
“I think she’ll be fine. She’s a tough cookie as you know”.
Immediately, Leah began to feel a cramp and winced. They had been coming stronger today and she had not expected it. It passed slowly and everything felt better. It was not long though before she felt another one.
The cramps continued into the evening becoming stronger and stronger. She finally sent Jake out to get the Doc, but by the time he got back with him, she was bleeding.
It was only a few hours after that that the doctor informed her that she had lost the baby.
Chapter Four
Amanda awoke in a great mood. She had taken a solid step in finding out about Rodney. She had not wanted the man to know her suspicions because she needed him to find out who was trying to get her land.
Two days prior she ran into a childhood friend who was back in town to look for a job. They had lunch and she told him about what had been going on in her life and caught up on his. He had grown up a lot since they h
ad last saw each other as had she yet they realized that they were still just as good of friends as before when they were kids.
She offered him a job on the sheep ranch and he agreed to do it. Looking after Rodney to see what could be learned was part of the job. He understood the risks and did not have a problem with it.
After lunch she had gone home to find a way to let Rodney know she had a new hire for him and Rodney saved her the trouble. He waved as she rode up and came over as she dismounted and began taking the saddle off of her horse, Minny.
“Miss Amanda, may I have a word?”
“Of course Rodney, any time. What can I do for you?” She responded naturally. She swung the saddle up on the fence railing for a moment and pulled off the saddle blanket.
“I was wondering if we can afford another hand? The attacks have slowed down and we could use the extra help now that we are doing better.” Amanda was amazed and pleased with the opening.
“That is a great idea Rodney and you bring to mind a friend of mine who I have heard could use the work. He will fit right in. Thank you for bringing the subject up, I will have him out tomorrow!” Rodney had smiled his thanks looking less than enthusiastic about her choosing the new ranch hand, but he couldn't protest. Amanda was always particular about who worked on her land and Rodney knew it. So by the next day, Hernandez, her childhood friend had arrived on the ranch.
Everything was going smoothly until several hours after the sun was up a rider came in telling her she had to get to Blackrock as quickly as possible, it was an emergency. As soon as he spoke she knew something bad happened, just not what and the messenger was not telling. She went to saddle Minnie and Hernandez was already taking care of it. He strapped the bridle gear on and passed the reins over.
“Let me know if you need anything.” Was his kind request. Then she was riding hard across the plains, not wanting to waste time on the road and Minnie could handle it. She got there and she found out about her sister’s miscarriage. It felt like she had been kicked in the stomach. She walked in alone to her sister’s room and Jake excused himself looking like a beaten man. Leah gazed at her sadly and Amanda could see her lips lift slightly and then fall, trying to smile. As usual she as trying to make things easier for Amanda.
“Stop that.” She told Leah moving over to sit on the bed and take her hand.
“It is my turn to help you. You do not have to make me feel better.” She tugged her forward into a hug and she dissolved into a flood of tears and Amanda joined her. It had been since their father had died that they had cried together like this, Amanda thought, trying to sniff back tears. She encouraged Leah to let it out.
“It’s ok sis. You deserve the right to cry, let it flow, it will be good for you.” Amanda remembered actually feeling a little better after her sobbing breakdown over her father’s death. She did not know if the rules would be the same for the loss of a child, but it was worth a try, anything to help Leah. When they had cried themselves out, they sat, holding hands in silence for a long while. Amanda had no idea what to say and knew anything she did say would not help her grieving sister. So she sat in silence. It was not long before her exhausted sister slowly fell asleep. The first time since she had started feeling the pain. Amanda left her sleeping and went out to see Jake.
Jake was sitting at the dining table with a drink in front of him. It did not look like he had touched it. He just stared at it. He looked drained. His sparkling eyes no longer sparkled and his shoulders slumped. Dejection showed in every line of his usual robust shape.
“Leah is sleeping. You need to do some of that too Jake. It would be good if you are there for her when she wakes as well.” He nodded and looked back to the drink.
“How am I supposed to handle this? Our baby is gone and Leah.” He choked off his words. Amanda understood. Seeing the usually vibrant Leah like that was a shock and frightening to those that loved her.
“Just be there for each other. There is nothing else you can do that I know of. What did the Doc say?” he sighed.
“The same thing. He gave us something to help sleep, but Leah won't take it. She does not like how that sort of medicine feels.” Amanda nodded again. She knew Leah did not like most medicine for that reason.
“Well you and she will sleep when you need it. She is sleeping now and I think it will do you good to be there for her when she wakes. I can stay as long as you need me too.” Jake pushed the drink away and stood.
“That is ok. Thank you, but we live close enough if we need you we will send someone. I am sure Leah and I will need you, but for now you can go home.” Jake was the sort of guy who would always prefer to handle things on his own so she understood. She was that way as well.
“Ok but do not hesitate if you need me for anything. I mean anything.”
“Thank you Amanda, it is good to know you are available and we will let you know, I promise.” So she went home and had the drink he passed on. Several in fact and she learned that it doesn't really help.
Chapter Five
She was halfway through winter when Amanda was presented with a choice. She was sitting in her living room looking out at the snow covered fields. The sheep were being looked after by Hernandez and the smaller winter crew she kept. It was a difficult decision she had to make, the first time any decision involving her sister had been difficult.
Leah had had three miscarriages and the last one, a few weeks earlier, had almost killed her. The doctor had said the damage had been severe and she was no longer capable of conceiving. So Leah had asked her sister to do it for her and her husband. Amanda shook her head in confusion for the hundredth time it seemed. She would have to have sex with Jake multiple times to make sure it happened, and it was not unheard of, but it felt so strange. The very idea seemed alien to her and she did not know what to do. She tried to break the whole thing down to its basics, so she would be able to make the right decision.
Her sister had been completely crushed with the news. She kept saying one of her joys had been smashed and there was a hole that couldn't be filled. Jake only wanted the best for Leah so anything she wanted, he would do, although he seemed to find the idea strange as well. Amanda and Jake were friends but that was all it had ever been. In a way it was like having intercourse with a brother. Well, a brother-in-law.
Amanda sighed. Something else she had done a lot of recently.
What it came down to, she decided, is that her sister was broken and would this fix her? That was all that mattered and Amanda did not know if it would. Leah believed it would and Jake seemed pretty sure about that aspect anyway. So, Amanda told herself firmly, that is all that matters. The weight was gone so she went to tell her sister and brother in law what her decision was.
“This is a little odd.” Jake told her as he began un-buttoning his shirt. Amanda was wearing a dress, one of the few times he had seen her in one. This was the third night they were going to be together and Amanda had been nervous the first few times but now she was actually looking forward to it.
Jake was a great lover, even though didn't love her, as he made clear up front. She had agreed, this was for Leah alone. Amanda smiled for him and lay back on the bed. Her hair was loose and her bodice cinched in a way to highlight her larger chest and rounder curves. He did seem to like that.
He got into bed with her and began undoing her clothes, helping her. According to the doctor, Amanda was quite ready to conceive.
Amanda was coming to love his hands and as they brushed her body, undressing her as she shivered. As her skirt was undone she trembled slightly and as she felt his hand on her bare body she moaned softly, feeling herself become wet between her waiting thighs. He kissed her and as her desire grew so did her urgency so she held him tight panting as she ran her hands over his hard muscled back and then chest, tauntingly running her hands down thighs to what was between them.
He was squeezing her breasts and kissing her neck and that set her off in a long sultry moan she could not stop. He was an amaz
ing lover and she had never felt anything like it. She was going to miss this, she thought in her passion filled brain. She had a deeper desire to possess this feeling for ever as he rose above her and plunged into her eagerly awaiting. It was an explosion of feelings that roared through her from her toes to the top of her head as she moaned her desire and passion with each explosive wave of pleasure. When his movements slowed, she wished he would lay with her, if only for a while. Cuddle with her and relax.
But as usual he quickly got dressed and softly thanked her for her efforts leaving quietly. She had never known this feeling of passion before and it was a little over whelming. She had to remind herself it was temporary. A few more days and then they would wait and see if she could conceive.
The doctor had told them there was a chance that she would have the same problem Leah had. Oddly neither of them believed that, in fact, everyone thought she could do it. As it turned out they were all right.
Chapter Six
Amanda was miserable and it wasn't just from being pregnant. She was two months away from delivery. Her house dresses were now tight over her turgid frame. She knew she had been eating more than the doctor had said was good but she was also depressed because she thought she had fallen in love with her sister’s husband. She could not get those nights of passion that had started this life growing within her. He pretended he did not feel any differently toward her and she had not said anything. On top of all of that the sheep killings had picked up again and Hernandez was furious and swearing he was going to end it one way or another.