Chapter 21

Five days later, Alexa murmured goodbye to Austin. She’d taken to spending most nights at his place. Even though she was cleared to drive again, she was still easing back into her old life and routine, and both of them loved their extra time together, spending leisurely evenings at his place and heated nights in his bed.

Austin rolled over, his big body hovering over her own as she sleepily yawned. “I should let you rest,” he said, gently nuzzling her neck. His morning erection was hard between them, pressing against his boxers. They still hadn’t had sex yet since her surgery, but she’d almost convinced him. While he was worried about hurting her, Alexa’s doctor had given her the all clear.

She slid her hand between them, lightly gripping his cock. Even through the material, she could feel how hot and hard he was for her.

“Lex. It’s only been a few weeks.”

Her other arm wrapped around his shoulders, her fingers toying with the short-cropped hair at the nape of his neck. She gently squeezed his dick with her other hand, and Austin hissed. “I’m okay. It’s fine for us to have sex again.”

“Are you sure?” he asked, his eyes locking with hers. He’d gone still, holding himself above her, and she could tell it wasn’t without effort. Austin was throbbing for her, and she was just as eager to feel him deep inside.

“I’m sure. Make love to me.”

Austin didn’t hesitate any longer, his lips finding hers as one hand slid to cup her breast. She’d put on a camisole and skimpy sleep shorts last night, and suddenly her body was pulsing for him. Austin tugged down the material covering her breasts, and then he was feasting on her, sucking and kissing her nipples, kneading and caressing her creamy mounds.

Arousal dampened her folds, and Austin lightly bit down on one nipple, causing her to cry out. He kissed his way around one areola, practically making her shiver. Hot need coiled within her, spiraling down until she could feel each touch of her nipples right at her clit. She was breathing heavily, gasping, and pleading with him not to stop.

Austin shifted, shucking off his boxers, and stared down at her with a heated gaze. “You’re gorgeous, Lex. Absolutely gorgeous.” He stripped her bare as she eagerly helped, and then she was pulling him closer, her hands running over his hard muscles and masculine skin.

“Don’t make me wait any longer.”

“Wouldn’t dream of it.” He yanked open his nightstand, pulling out a box of condoms, and then sheathed himself. Austin settled between her thighs, one hand briefly caressing her swollen folds to make sure she was truly ready.

She felt spread open for him and desperate, almost wild with want. Alexa needed his hot, hard length inside her. Austin lined himself up and pinned her with a look. Alexa nodded, and then he was pushing in, her inner walls tight around him. They both groaned as he finally bottomed out, and Alexa gasped at the exquisite pressure, Austin’s thick erection filling her completely. Austin gripped both her wrists, pinning her hands above her head as his big body lay over her own. She felt helpless and desperate, wanting him to move but at his complete and utter mercy. This wasn’t just making love, Austin was claiming her, making her his own.

Austin finally began to move in and out, almost too gentle, but she gasped as the base of his erection bumped against her clit with each thrust. He was making sure not to hurt her, but she needed him more with every second that passed. “Faster. Please.”

He groaned but obliged, his engorged shaft bucking into her swollen walls. Alexa met his eyes, shocked by the tenderness she saw there. He kissed her, his tongue sliding into her mouth and lightly rubbing against her own just as his cock thrust in and out of her pussy. She was consumed by him, nearly drowning in pleasure. Austin was hitting the exact right spot, Alexa crying out with each thrust.

He shifted slightly, his hands tightening at her wrists, and as he bucked harder, she finally arched back and cried out, the pure pleasure overwhelming as she saw stars.

Austin buried his head in her neck as he thrust faster and came himself, her name on his lips. He was breathing heavily, covered in a fine sheen of sweat, as he kissed her bare shoulder and rolled them over, so she was stretched out atop him. His cock finally slid free, but they stayed that way for a few minutes, sated and content.

“I can’t believe that I have to go to work right now,” he finally said, his hand running over her back. “I’d much rather stay in bed with you.”

“I haven’t convinced you to go AWOL yet?” she teased.

“I’m already going to be late if I don’t hurry,” he said, his voice husky. He kissed her, his eyes dancing with amusement. “But it was worth every second.”

***

Alexa sat at the kitchen table that afternoon, editing photographs. She only did light touch-ups unless clients paid her for additional work, and she was pleased with how the photos had turned out. Clicking a button, she added her watermark to the digital pictures. She created a gallery and moved all the images into it, then sent an email to the family, letting them know their pictures were available for selection.

Her phone buzzed, and she answered the call, seeing her new potential client Melissa’s name on the screen.

“Good afternoon! This is Alexa with Sunset Photography,” she said as she answered the call.

“Hi, it’s Melissa! I got the contract you sent over. I wanted to finalize the dates with you if that’s alright before I sign it.”

“Absolutely. Let me know what you think about my suggestions.”

“You had mentioned the dates were tentative,” Melissa said. “We’re hoping we can schedule the session for next week. If we can pick a firm date, I’ll sign everything and send over the initial payment.”

“Let me just double check my calendar,” Alexa said, clicking open the digital one on her laptop. “We should look at the weather forecast as well. Normally, I’m flexible with rescheduling in the event of rain or a storm, but if I’m flying to another island, a delay could add to the overall cost.”

“I perfectly understand,” Melissa said. “My fiancé and I would compensate you for your time in the event something like that happened. He’s quite eager to move forward with this.”

“Oh really?” Alexa asked, scanning over the dates she already had booked on her calendar. “That’s great. Some men aren’t as interested in engagement photo sessions as others. Don’t worry, I’m used to working with all sorts of people though.”

“I’m sure you are. We were both impressed with your website.”

“Thank you. Looking at my schedule, we can arrange something for next Wednesday if that would be suitable. I always advise my clients that sunrise or sunset sessions are ideal. They don’t call it ‘the golden hour’ for nothing. The lighting is perfect then, and we should be able to get some stunning shots. The weather forecast looks perfect as well.”

“That sounds fantastic,” Melissa said. “We’d love to do a sunset photoshoot as soon as possible. Why don’t you put the final dates and times in, then send over the new contract. You can book a flight with the advanced payment, but we’d love to arrange your transportation from the airport.”

“Oh, would be great. I’ll give you my flight number so you know when I land. When are you arriving in Kauai?”

“I think we’ll plan on being there the day before. We might as well make a little getaway out of it, right? My fiancé had been traveling, as you already know, so we’re eager to enjoy a getaway before the wedding planning begins.”

“Perfect. I’ll send over the new contract shortly and then be in touch.”

“Wonderful! Thank you so much, Alexa. I can’t wait for the session, and my fiancé very much looks forward to meeting you.”

Alexa ended the call, pulling up the contract in a new window on her laptop. Melissa had mentioned several times how her fiancé couldn’t wait for the session, and Alexa wondered if that was actually true. Melissa sounded like an over-eager bride-to-be. Hopefully, the future groom would be okay with all the plans. This booking was already out of the ordinary for her, what with flying to a different island for a photography session.

She typed an email to Melissa and sent the link for the new contract, adding the dates to her calendar. Grabbing her phone, she sent a text to Callie. Her friend planned to join her, and they’d have a fun couple of days exploring after the engagement session was completed.