14. Rhea

14

RHEA

" I 'm not sure I can do this," I whisper, my voice trembling with a mix of desire and fear. The cool air of the cave brushes against my skin, making me acutely aware of my vulnerability. Valen's gaze is intense, his crimson eyes burning with a need that mirrors my own.

"You can," he replies, his voice a low rumble that sends shivers through me. "You've faced every challenge I've thrown at you. You've grown braver."

I swallow hard, my heart racing. "This is different," I whisper.

The heat of his body radiates against me. "Yes, it is. But I believe you want this too, Rhea," he whispers in a husky tone.

His words ignite something within me, a fierce desire that has been growing ever since I met him. I nod, my decision made. "Okay. I trust you," I whisper.

A low growl escapes his throat, a sound that is both terrifying and exhilarating. In one swift motion, he lifts me off the ground, carrying me to the makeshift bed in the corner of the cave.

He lays me down gently, his hands roaming over my body with an urgency that is palpable. His touch is both tender and demanding, igniting a raging fire within me that I never knew existed. I gasp as he rips my clothes off, exposing me to the cool air and his molten gaze.

"Valen," I breathe out.

"I've got you," he assures me, his voice a soothing balm against my nerves.

He explores my body with his hands and tongue, each touch sending waves of pleasure coursing through me. I'm overwhelmed by the sensations, the intensity of his desire. I can feel myself losing control, surrendering to the primal need that he has awakened in me.

Then, with an insatiable hunger that takes my breath away, he lays onto his back and orders me to sit on his face. I blush profusely, embarrassment flooding through me at the thought of being so exposed, so vulnerable. But there's also a thrill of excitement, a curiosity that I can't ignore.

"I... I don't know if I can," I admit.

"You can," he repeats, his voice firm yet gentle. "Just let go, Rhea. Trust me."

With a deep breath, I nod, positioning myself over his face. I can feel his hot breath against my most intimate parts, and I shiver in anticipation. He grips my hips firmly, guiding me down until I can feel his tongue against my flesh.

The sensation is overwhelming, and I instinctively try to pull away. But he holds me in place, his grip unyielding. "Relax," he murmurs against me, the vibration of his voice sending delicious tremors through my body.

I take another deep breath, forcing myself to release the tension that has taken hold of my body. As I do, I begin to move, tentatively at first, but then with growing confidence. I grind against his face, lost in the pleasure that he is so eagerly giving me.

I'm on fire, every nerve ending alive with sensation. I can feel the pressure building within me, a tight coil of pleasure that threatens to burst at any moment.

And then, with a suddenness that leaves me gasping, it does. I cry out loudly, my body convulsing as wave after wave of ecstasy crashes over me. Valen continues to lick and suckle me, drawing out my orgasm until I'm left limp and panting above him.

As the waves of pleasure begin to subside, I collapse onto the bed beside him, my body still trembling with the aftershocks of my release. Valen turns to me, his lips glistening with the evidence of my arousal. He smiles, a rare and genuine expression of happiness that lights up his entire face.

Feeling braver than ever now, I decide to return the favor to Valen. My heart pounds in my chest. But I take control anyway, which makes him even more aroused.

"Rhea," he breathes out, his voice a low growl that sends a thrill through me.

I silence him with a kiss, my lips claiming his with a newfound confidence. I can taste myself on his tongue, an intimate reminder of the pleasure he's just given me. I break the kiss, my lips trailing down his jaw, his neck, tasting the saltiness of his skin.

His body tenses with anticipation. I make my way down, my fingers tracing the contours of his muscular chest, his abdomen, feeling the coiled strength beneath his skin. I reach the waistband of his pants, my fingers deftly undoing the ties that hold them up.

I pull them down, revealing his hard, throbbing member. My breath catches in my throat at the sight of him, but I refuse to let my nerves get the better of me. I meet his gaze, holding it as I lower my head, my tongue darting out to taste him.

He inhales sharply, his entire body shuddering beneath me. I wrap my lips around him, taking him into my mouth as far as I can. I use my hand to stroke the base of his shaft, my tongue swirling around the tip, exploring every ridge and vein.

"Rhea…" he groans, his voice strained.

I smile around him, pleased with his reaction. I increase my pace, sucking and stroking him with a rhythm that has him panting and cursing under his breath. His fingers tangle in my hair, guiding me without forcing me.

I can feel him holding back, fighting against the rising tide of his orgasm. I want to push him over the edge, to make him lose control the way he did for me. I want to show him that I can be strong, that I can take care of him too.

"Rhea," he warns, his voice raspy with need. "I'm close."

Suddenly, he pulls me up from my knees. "Stand up," he commands, his voice a low growl that sends a shiver of anticipation down my spine.

I rise on unsteady legs, my heart pounding in my chest. I'm acutely aware of the dampness between my thighs, a testament to the desire that he ignites within me.

"Bend over the bed," he instructs, his crimson eyes gleaming with an intensity that takes my breath away.

I obey, the rough fabric of the blankets scratching against my palms as I lean forward. My body is a tangle of nerves and excitement, the anticipation of what's to come making my head spin.

Valen stands behind me, his hands roaming over my hips, my backside, igniting a trail of fire wherever he touches.

He positions himself at my entrance, the blunt head of his member pressing against me. I'm momentarily taken aback by the sheer size of him, a flicker of apprehension fluttering in my stomach. But then he's pushing inside me, stretching me, filling me in a way I've never experienced before.

The sensation is overwhelming, a mixture of pain and pleasure that leaves me gasping for air. "Valen," I whisper, my voice trembling with the intensity of the moment.

"Relax, Rhea," he murmurs, his hand coming around to stroke my clit in slow, deliberate circles. The added sensation sends me spiraling, the pleasure building within me with each thrust of his hips.

We find a rhythm as old as time itself. I'm lost in the sensation of him moving inside me, the feel of his fingers working magic on my most sensitive spot. I can feel my climax building, threatening to erupt at any second.

"Come for me, Rhea," Valen urges, his voice strained with the effort of holding back his own release.

And so I do, surrendering to the waves of pleasure that wash over me. I let out a loud moan as my body shudders with the force of my orgasm. Valen continues to pound into me, his own release imminent.

With a final, powerful thrust, he finds his release and lets out a guttural groan, spilling his seed deep inside me. The sensation of him coming undone within me is primal, a claiming that marks me as his in the most intimate way possible.

We collapse onto the bed in a tangle of limbs, our bodies slick with sweat and the evidence of our passion. Valen's arms wrap around me, holding me close as our breathing slowly returns to normal.

"Are you alright?" he asks, his voice laced with concern.

I nod, snuggling closer to his warmth. "I'm more than alright," I assure him, a smile playing on my lips.

He presses a kiss to the top of my head, his hand stroking my hair in a soothing rhythm. "Good. Because you're mine now, Rhea. And I'm never letting you go," he insists.

His words send a thrill through me, a sense of belonging and security that I've never felt before. With Valen, I've found not just a mentor and a lover, but a partner in the truest sense of the word.

As I drift off to sleep in Valen's arms, I can't help but feel a sense of peace. For the first time in my life, I'm exactly where I'm meant to be.