Chapter 38

The morning lightfilters through the curtains, casting a soft glow over the room. I blink awake, and my first conscious thought is the warmth of Ameline sleeping beside me. It's an image I've dreamed of countless times, but reality far surpasses any fantasy.

Having her in my bed, in my arms feels just right. Perfect. I don't know what's going to happen to her, to us. Our future is uncertain. I'm scared of what it could be, or the things we can lose. But I choose to love her even when there are so many uncertainties.

I choose her over everything and everyone.

I choose her voice—the music her heart creates when it beats.

I choose the magic that surrounds her.

I choose her sunshine and her beautiful chaos.

As the minutes tick by, I study her features—the way her eyelashes flutter slightly as she dreams, the soft curve of her lips, and the peaceful expression that adorns her face. This woman, with her strength and vulnerability, her laughter and tears, has become the center of my world.

Her body feels warm and soft against mine. I watch as she slowly wakes up, her eyes fluttering open. A sultry smile spreads across her face, and my heart melts. We've shared so much already, and it feels like we've been together for a lifetime. I can't help but feel a sense of longing and desire for her.

"Morning," she murmurs, her voice husky with sleep.

"Hey, you," I reply, my voice rough from want.

"How do you feel?" I ask, hoping she isn't too sore.

"A little achy, but it's a good kind of ache," she replies, her hand trailing up my chest. "Last night was . . . intense, perfect."

I can't help but feel a blush creeping up my cheeks at her words. "Yeah, it was," I agree, my eyes drifting down to her breasts, still bare from the night before. I can't help myself; I need to touch her.

"What are you thinking, Gabe?" she asks, her voice low and seductive.

"I'm thinking about how much I want you," I confess, my voice raw with emotion. "I need you."

I pull her closer, our bodies pressed tight together. I can feel the heat between us, and it's intoxicating. I can't get enough of her. As I start to kiss her, a sense of urgency builds within me. I need to taste her, to feel her all over again. My hands roam over her body, exploring every inch of her skin. She arches into my touch, moaning softly.

"Gabe," she breathes, her voice full of longing. "I'm thinking that this morning you look good enough to eat."

I laugh softly, my heart racing at her words. "Is that so?"

She nods, her gaze trailing down to my erection. "Mm-hmm."

I watch as she reaches out to touch my hard cock, her fingers grazing over the sensitive skin of my shaft. Her touch is like a feather, light and teasing.

"Gabe," she breathes, her voice filled with need.

I can't help but groan in response. She is driving me crazy. I want her, need to be inside her. But I let her take charge. When she touches my hard dick I almost come. "Fuck, don't tease me or this is over."

She grins and lowers her mouth to my length, her tongue flicking out to taste me. I gasp, my head thrown back. Her delicate hands begin to stroke it slowly, as if she's exploring it. Ameline then looks up at me, licking her lips before lapping the tip and then kissing it.

When her tongue moves from the base of my cock to the crown I jolt. This woman is owning me with her mouth. I'm having so much trouble controlling my reaction. I'm completely hers when she puts my dick in her mouth and begins to suck it all the way down her throat, devouring me like she can't get enough. Her warm, soft mouth engulfs my cock, and she swallows me whole. It feels like heaven. I close my eyes, pressing my head back against the pillow.

I'm so fucking ready to come.

"Ame," I groan, trying to warn her. "Not like this. I want to be inside you when I come."

Ameline grins.

"I promise to make it good if you stop." I wink at her.

She sighs. "Fine."

"I love you, baby," I whisper.

"Now, turn around," I command, my voice rough with desire.

She does as I ask, presenting her round, perfect ass to me. I can't help but admire the perfection of her body, the curves that drive me wild. I know what I want to do, and I'm not going to wait any longer.

I lick my lips, tasting the sweetness of her skin. I know I'm being selfish, but I can't help myself. I need her, and I'm going to have her.

"Gabe," she whispers, her voice filled with anticipation.

I take her in my mouth, biting down gently on her flesh. She cries out, her body shaking with pleasure. I love hearing her react to my touch, feeling her body tremble under my tongue.

I move my hands down to her pussy, teasing her with my fingers. She is already wet, and I can't resist tasting her. I lick my fingers, tasting the sweetness of her juices.

"Gabe," she groans, her voice low and husky. "Please."

I push two fingers inside her, feeling her tightness around me. She moans, her body arching into my touch. I love how responsive she is, how she moans as I touch her. As I move my fingers in and out of her, I feel her body start to tremble. She's getting close. I press my thumb against her clit, rubbing it gently. She cries out, her body shaking with pleasure.

"Gabe," she whimpers, her voice filled with need.

I pull my fingers out of her, reluctantly. She turns around, her eyes full of desire. I waste no time, taking her in my mouth once again. I suck on her clit, rubbing it gently with my tongue.

She cries out, her body shuddering under my touch. I feel her pussy clench around my tongue. I love hearing her moans of pleasure, feeling her body shake under my touch. As she comes down from her high, I pull back, admiring her flushed cheeks and the sheen of sweat on her skin. She looks beautiful, her hair wild around her face.

"That was . . . incredible," she whispers, her voice full of wonder.

"Yeah?" I kiss her deeply. "But I'm not done, baby."

I reach for the bedside table and grab a condom. As I roll it on, I can't help but look into her eyes. They are filled with a mix of desire and something else that I can't quite place. It makes my heart race, and I feel a rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins.

I position myself over her, my body hovering above hers. The anticipation is almost too much to bear. I take a deep breath and then slowly lower myself sliding into her. The sensation of being so deeply connected is overwhelming. I move slowly, savoring every moment.

She wraps her legs around me, her nails digging into my back. I can't help but let out a low growl as I feel her body respond to mine. It's as if we're two puzzle pieces fitting perfectly together. I feel the familiar tightening in my abdomen, I thrust and pull harder, reaching between her legs with my hand, teasing her clit and making her come at the same time my orgasm hits me. I take her hand, muffling the cries, drinking her moans as I thrust one more time deeper inside her.

Ameline pulses and squeezes around my cock.

I pull her into my arms, my chest heaving with the effort to catch my breath. She nestles her head against my chest, her soft hair tickling my skin. I can't help but smile, feeling a sense of contentment. Feeling her love.

"I love you," I whisper into her hair. She looks up at me, tears in her eyes. "I never thought I could feel like this. I'm so lucky to have you."

I pull her into a tight embrace, lost in the moment. Wanting an eternity with her, forever.

Always.