Alex poured Julie and me a glass of wine and grabbed beers for himself and Brett. Brett and Alex were sitting on the couch when Brett noticed one of the brochures for the winery we’d be visiting in Tuscany asked Alex about it. This opened a window of opportunity for me because I needed to talk to Julie. We excused ourselves, and I pulled Julie toward the sliding glass door leading to the balcony. I told the guys I wanted to see the view, and what a view it was. I could see Central Park, and the skyline was adorning it.
I closed the door behind us. Julie looked at me curiously. “What’s up? You look as if you’re going to burst.”
“I’m just so happy, Jules. I really am. I had no idea I could find this with Alex; I really think he could be the one! I just wanted to share that with you.” I thought my cheeks were going to explode from my wide smile.
She grabbed me and hugged me. I almost spilled my wine. “I’m so happy for you guys! It’s really soon though, are you sure?”
Way to burst my bubble of bliss! “Yes, I’m sure. I didn’t expect it at all. When this started, I had one intention and that was to write my book, but that doesn’t even matter anymore. I don’t see romance the same way anymore. All the sweet things Alex does are romantic: a kiss on my cheek, his smile, and the way he looks at me. He is romance; he is my romantic hero. I don’t need to write about a fictional one; I have a real one in him.”
Julie had a giddy look in her eyes. “Wow, you got it bad! Did you tell him about the book? He’d probably laugh about it.”
“No, and I am not going to. I don’t know if he’d laugh about it. He’s been let down before by someone who loved him. I can’t do it again.” I was thinking about his father. “I thought about it, but what good would it do, especially if writing is the furthest thing from my mind right now.”
Julie looked down and grabbed my arm, looking at the wrist with the bracelet on it. “Um . . . What’s this?”
“It’s gorgeous, right? Alex gave it to me tonight.”
“It’s beautiful, Aubrey.” She was examining it and turning my arm in all directions. “Let’s get back to our men. All this happy talk is making me want to get into Brett’s pants.” We both laughed and walked into the living room.
“There they are.” Brett stood and grabbed Julie and kissed her hard. “Ready, babe?”
Julie and Brett left. Alex swept me into his arms, carrying me. He carried me down a hallway leading to his bedroom. He walked in, put me down, and I looked around the room. It was gorgeous. He had a beautiful king-size bed made of dark wood that looked inviting.
“I’ve wanted to get you in here all night.” He kissed me, and our tongues were twisting with each other’s. I loved the way he tasted, and I could smell the orchids that I noticed in a vase on our way in and wondered if he bought them assuming I’d see them. He reached around my back and unzipped my gown; it fell to the floor and landed around my feet. I stepped back and out of my gown, standing in my royal blue corset and garter set. Since I was still wearing my high heels, I felt amazing. He stood back and looked at me. “Aubrey, you are breathtaking.”
“I want you, Alex. I want you so much. I’ve been fantasizing about getting you out of this tux. May I?”
He was moving his hands up and down my arms. He smiled and put his hands out to the side. “Be my guest.”
Biting my top lip, I dragged my tongue over it, my eyes never leaving his. I took his jacket off and tossed it, untied his bow tie, removed his cufflinks, and slowly unbuttoned his shirt, which not only frustrated him but me as well. I didn’t want to rush this. I opened his shirt, and the sight of his abs made my mouth water. Deciding to tease him a little more, I put my right hand on his chest, ran it down to his waist band, and back up to his broad shoulders. I brought my hand around to his chest and then his back, leaving a trail of kisses where my hand had just been. I closed my eyes and could feel every muscle. When I opened my eyes, I noticed a tattoo on his back near his left shoulder. It was an orchid with angel wings. Each wing had a name in it: Angela in one and Ellie in the other. I kissed his tattoo and he shivered. He must have realized what I had just seen. I couldn’t believe I hadn’t noticed it last night.
I continued my pleasure circle until I was standing in front of him. I glanced at him and went to my knees. “Aubrey . . .” His breath was ragged; I loved it.
“No talking, Alex.” I unbuckled his belt and unbuttoned his pants, pulling them down along with his boxers. He sprung free. I couldn’t help but smile. I gripped him and moved my hand up and down his length. I licked the tip and around the ridge of its crown. I was running my fingertips up and down, teasing, and I could feel him stiffen as I continued my exploration. I took him in my mouth, my tongue now where my hand was. I really wanted to do this for him and for me too.
Alex’s hands were now threaded through my hair, and he was holding me to him. He was moaning, which was giving me the encouragement to continue my ravishment. He tasted so good. I was moving quicker now, licking and sucking him as if he were going to disappear. I held his ass in my hands and what a fine ass it was! God, I loved this man with everything I had.
“Aubrey . . . If you don’t want me to . . . Mmmm . . . Oh . . . I’m going to . . . Aubrey . . .”
I moaned and sucked harder. My tongue was moving on its own up and down his vein. He gripped my hair and I felt him explode. His salty warmth slid down my throat and on my tongue; it was amazing. I sat back on my heels and just looked at him as if he could go again. He helped me up and put his arms around my waist. I glanced up, and the look on his face was one I had never seen before.
“That was . . . I don’t know what that was . . . fantastic, amazing, the best . . . Aubrey . . .” Alex exhaled, ran his fingers across my forehead, and brought his knuckles down my cheek.
“I am glad you enjoyed that.” I couldn’t help but sound prideful. “I’ll assume by your reaction that it was good for my first time doing that.” I glanced up at him and licked my lips.
“You’ve never done that before?”
I shook my head. “Nope, I never wanted to. I never wanted anyone the way I want you.”
Alex was smiling, and his eyes were full of lust and hunger. “I’m glad that I’m the one you want, and speaking of wanting, you are way over dressed. I love what you’re wearing, but I’d rather look at your naked body.” He kissed my shoulder. His hands went to my back and unfastened my corset. It fell away to the floor. His mouth went to my right breast while his hand was squeezing and pulling on my left nipple. I felt myself get hot between my legs. He alternated between each breast, and I didn’t even notice he was walking me toward the bed until my legs hit it, making me sit on the edge. Alex knelt down and removed my shoes one at a time. He unhooked my stockings and rolled them down, sending goose bumps up and down my legs. He picked up my foot and licked the instep and ran his tongue up my right leg. He pulled my thong down and tossed it next to my gown. “Lie back, Aubrey.”
My back was on the bed, and my ass was hanging half off of it. He put my right leg on his left shoulder. He brought his mouth closer to my center and blew lightly on me; I could feel my juices releasing just from that move. I moaned and he lifted my left leg, bringing it up on his other shoulder. His thumbs spread me open, and they were gently rubbing me. I was feeling totally exposed. No one had ever done this to me or made me feel as if they wanted to. Garrett was a wham-bam-thank-you-ma’am kind of guy. Alex most certainly wasn’t, so I was unsure what to expect. “You’re so amazing, Aubrey.”
“Mmm hmm” was all I could say. I knew I was ready. I could feel myself throbbing as if I were calling him into me.
He ran his tongue from the bottom of my slit to the top and around my clit. He started rubbing his thumbs on the outside of my entrance. He slid one in then pulled it out and replaced it with his tongue. My hand went into his hair. He was thrusting his tongue in and out while his thumb was rubbing me. My hips moved in unison with him, and the building pressure felt incredible.
; “Alex, I’m going to . . .” I didn’t have the words. I was literally panting. This felt better than any experience I’d ever had. I could feel my body respond to everything he did.
“Give it to me, Aubrey; I want to taste every bit of you.”
That did it. I exploded and yelled his name, and my legs vibrated on his shoulders. My eyes were closed and I saw spots. I opened my eyes, and Alex was moving us both onto the bed until our heads were on the pillows. He rolled toward me and kissed me. I could taste myself on his lips. I wasn’t sure if I liked the taste, but I did like that we were mixed together. He moved the comforter and sheets, until we were under them.
His hand was running through my hair, and he was staring at me. I wanted him so badly. I needed to make love to this man. “Make love to me.” My request was out there, waiting for him to comply.
He kissed me and said he needed to go grab a condom. I didn’t want him to. I wanted to feel him. “Alex, it’s okay. I’m on the pill, and I’ve only been with one other man, and we used protection.”
“I’ve always used protection, Aubrey. I’ve never considered being with someone without it . . . until now, until you.”
“Well then, I guess we’re all set.” I smiled and kissed him.
He rolled me on my back and looked at me as he entered me. I was so slick and he was so hard that we fused perfectly. He rocked back and forth. The feeling was amazing and something I’d never forget.
“Aubrey, you feel as if you were meant for me. I can feel every inch of you around me. You feel so perfect.”
He was thrusting faster, licking from my neck down to the swell of my breasts and back up my neck to my sensitive spot, making me flinch. He chuckled and caressed my breasts with his tongue. He teased, kissed, and licked every inch of me. I felt the buildup that was happening in my core and pulsed around him.
“Aubrey, I’m going to come. My God, Aubrey, are you ready?”
“Yes, Alex, now please.” We both came together, and with our bodies slammed together, we both cried out. My fingers grabbed his ass and moved up until my arms were tight around his neck. Our sweat was slick, and we were both breathing heavily. I let go and rested against the pillow. He lowered himself so he was on top of me and kissed me. He held my head between his hands.
In my head, I was thinking, “I love you, Alex.” I just couldn’t say it out loud.
I needed to get up. I was afraid of what I would say. “I’ll be right back.” I headed toward the bathroom.”
“Don’t take too long.” I looked back at him. His hands were clasped behind his head, and he looked as though he’d just conquered the world. I couldn’t help but be mesmerized by his chest, arms, and face. He definitely had the total package.
I got cleaned up and wiped the eyeliner and mascara off from underneath my eyes. As I looked in the mirror, I couldn’t believe all of this was happening to me. If I hadn’t wanted to write a romance novel and hadn’t confided in Julie, I never would have gone to the Speed Dating event and thus never would have met Alex. It’s so funny how things turn out. I went back into the bedroom, and Alex was still in the same position. I just laughed at the shit-eating grin on his face. He looked edible.
I climbed on the bed and cuddled up next to him. I propped my head on my hand and started making circles on his magnificent chest with my fingers. “What’s that look for?”
He took my hand and kissed my knuckles and then each finger one by one. “I was just thinking how lucky I am that you came into my life.” He looked at the bracelet on my arm and exhaled. His eyes became sad. “I wish you could have met my mom. She would be so happy that I found you.” His fingers were softly trailing up and down my arm.
“I would’ve loved to have known her too. Want to tell me about her?”
He kissed my bracelet and held my hand to his chest. “My mom was the best. I played lacrosse when I was younger, and I was very good. I was playing on the Junior Varsity team when I was in the seventh grade. She came to all my games, never missed one. She was everything to me. She was about five foot five, had dark hair and brown eyes, and had a beautiful smile. Everyone used to say we had the same smile.”
He looked up to the ceiling, as if he were looking into heaven, remembering her smile.
“She was wonderful and a very giving person. She helped watch the neighbor kids when their parents worked since my mom was home because my dad didn’t want her working. It was too bad because she was a talented interior designer, but my dad didn’t like the way it looked if my mom worked.” Alex shook his head.
“He should have been proud of my mom; I was. All my friends called her Mom and thought I was the luckiest kid around. My sister, Ellie, was five years older than I was. I always thought she was lucky because she spent more time with Mom. She even got to be with her when she died.” A tear ran down his cheek.
I rolled on top of him and kissed his tear away. “She sounds like she was wonderful, Alex. I think she was lucky to have a son like you, just as I’m lucky to have you.” I laid my head on his heart, and we held each other, the beat beneath my ear lulling me to sleep.
Chapter 14
I was home, making sure I had all my things packed for the trip. Alex, Julie, and Brett were expected to pick me up within the hour. I was so excited. I’d had a great weekend with Alex. We spent Sunday together going over what we needed for the trip, and Alex made sure to tell me that he was going to take me shopping while we were in Europe. I couldn’t imagine shopping in Italy and Paris. I hadn’t written in my journal in a couple of days, so I figured now would be a good time.
Entry 7—Alex—My Everything
Saturday night Alex took me to a fundraiser supporting Education against Drunk Drivers, and he gave a speech that I knew was difficult for him. I wish I could have held his hand while he spoke, but I am sure that would have turned some heads. Speaking of heads, boy did they turn! I knew Alex was a good catch, but I never thought he was considered the one to catch. To me, he was Alex, my Alex. He is my world now, and I would give up anything for him, just as I am giving up the notion of writing my romance novel about a man and the romantic things he does or doesn’t do. Alex is everything romantic: his smile, the way he looks at me, his touches, just everything. I think I would die if I didn’t have his touches. I fell fast for Alex, and his wanting me is extraordinary.
I met his dad, and I feel bad for the way they are with each other. I can tell they are both hurting in different ways, but some are the same too. They both lost what sounds like two wonderful women; Alex resents his dad for it and misses his mom and sister terribly. I am sure that his dad feels horrible too. It’s sad because they lost each other during this time, and it should have brought them together. Families are funny that way. Alex will be meeting my parents next week. That should be interesting.
Until I return!!
I closed my journal and tossed it in my drawer. My parents were beyond excited that I was coming to Paris and bringing friends with me. I hadn’t told my mom that Alex was my boyfriend because when I’d told her we were visiting, I wasn’t sure what we were to each other. I knew my mom, and if I’d told her I love Alex, I would have gotten the third degree and Alex would have gotten worse than that. I suppose when we got there she would find out, but maybe by seeing us together, she’d be more accepting of the idea instead of me just springing it on her.
I looked at the clock and figured Alex should be at my place soon. I knew Brett and Julie were already with him. I went through my carry-on bag for the hundredth time, verifying I had my ID, passport, cell-phone charger with a European adapter, and my parents’ info. I also had my laptop and some other things for work.
I was going crazy waiting in my apartment, so I decided to head down to the lobby to wait for them there. I took the elevator down, and as soon as the door opened, I saw Julie. “We’re going to Europe today!” She was yelling and jumping up and down.
All I could do was laugh. I love Julie; she’s the best. “How awesome is
this, Jules? We get to be together and with our men. If you’d told me a month ago that his would be happening, I wouldn’t have believed you. Where are the guys?”
“They’re in the car. They told me to come get you. I think they wanted me out of there because I was bouncing around the car like a lunatic. But, come on, we are going to Europe!” She grabbed both my hands in hers and started swinging me around in a circle as if we were kids.
“Okay, okay! Let’s get to the car so we can get to Europe.” I wheeled my bag and Julie took my carry-on.
We arrived at the airport, and Alex had purchased us first-class tickets. I was so surprised. I’d never flown first class before. The plane was great. The seats reclined all the way to look like a bed. It was as if we had our own room with a TV monitor, charging station, really nice pillows, and blankets. The seats were lined up one in front of the other. Alex was behind me rather than next to me. I was a little sad because I wanted to hold his hand during the flight and cuddle with him. But, who was I to complain? This was awesome.
We sat down and buckled up per our flight attendants’ instructions, Alex knocked on the back of my seat. I unbuckled and propped myself up so I could see him. He was so gorgeous. “As soon as that fasten seatbelt light is off, I’m coming up there. Be ready. This is an overnight flight.” He winked and I couldn’t help but smile. I was so happy.
I sat back down and clicked my seat belt. I was staring at the seatbelt light, willing it to turn off, and we weren’t even in the air yet. I grabbed the magazine that was provided and started glancing at the movies that were going to be shown on this flight. I had seen most of them, so I figured I’d just listen to music and read.
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