Page 68 of Tender Temptation

“I’ve missed you.” She presses herself against me.

“I’ve missed you too, baby. More than you can imagine.” My words come out garbled, thick with emotion.

Ivy winds her arms tightly around my neck. I grip her waist as if letting go will mean losing her all over again. Our bodies press together, hearts pound in unison, the intensity of our connection is palpable and undeniable.

The gas fireplace casts a warm glow all over the living room as we move toward the couch and recline in front of the flames. Entwined on the cushions, we fit together perfectly. Our hands explore each other with a hunger that’s been building for three long years.

“I was such a fool,” I say between kisses, my heart aching with the need to make her understand. “I regretted pushing you away. I’ve never stopped loving you, Ivy.”

Ivy massages my temples with her thumbs. “I’ve never stopped loving you either, baby. Every day without you has been agony.”

We continue to kiss, gently caressing each other. The feel of her skin against mine, the taste of her lips—it’s all familiar and yet new. We’re both different people now. I’m bigger. Stronger. Working out has replaced drinking in my life. She’s leaner, more self-assured. Confident. Our lives have changed. Circumstances are different but my feelings for her haven’t changed..

Tonight is about reconnecting with the only woman I’ve ever loved.

Ivy moans against my mouth and climbs onto my lap, rolling her body against mine. Her fingers skim down the back of my neck, raising goosebumps. In one swift motion, I stand, lifting her effortlessly. As we have done many times before, Ivy wraps her legs around my waist and I carry her to our inevitable destination. Each step is filled with anticipation.

The bedroom is filled with only the warm glow of candlelight, which casts a romantic aura across her face. We reach the four-poster bed, where I lay Ivy down on top of the rose petals. She looks up at me with a mix of longing and love, and I lean down to kiss her again, savoring this moment we’ve both waited solong for.

My cock twitches in excitement when she reaches between us, unbuttons my shirt and slides it down my arms. Deliberately she traces her fingers along my pecs, around my nipples and finally down my stomach to my pants. She unbuckles my belt, but I grasp her wrist.

“You’re first, baby.” I reach under her and unzip her dress. “I need this off of you.”

“No problem.” Ivy rolls out from under me and shimmies out of her dress, revealing a lacy black thong and matching bra, which pushes her tits up perfectly.

I pull her back down on the bed and run my hands along her back to her ass while I press my face to the swell of her breasts. “You’re out of my league.”

She traces my eyebrow. “I’m not.”

“You are, but if memory serves, my superpower is making you come. You’ll never want to leave me after tonight.” I nip her bottom lip and kiss across her throat before fastening my lips to her neck.

Her body arches against mine and her breathy pants test my control. “Ohmygod, Cillian.”

“How the hell do I work this?” I fumble with the fancy clasp on her bra. It’s sexy as hell, but it’s going to look better on the floor.

“Here, let me help.” Ivy laughs and effortlessly pops it open, freeing her succulent tits.

I toss it behind me andcup them, licking and sucking her nipples until she’s a moaning mess. My fingers slide between her legs and I push her panties to the side, she’s slick with desire. Pressing my thumb to her clit, I circle it lightly—teasing her.

“Please,” she pants as she drags her nails over my back and her body cants up against mine. I push two fingers into her and immediately locate her bundle of nerves. I know her body so well, I want to make her fly apart and then take my time. Ivy’s fingers dig into my arms as she whimpers, “Yesssssss.”

“You feel incredible, baby. Tight. Wet for me.” I fasten my lips on her perky nipple and suck hard. My thumb continues to pet Ivy’s clit as I curl my fingers inside her and press and wiggle. Panting and moaning, she writhes against me as I fuck her with my fingers. Her legs splay open, revealing every beautiful fold of her creamy, responsive pussy. Her toes curl and her thighs shake as Ivy comes apart with a hoarse yell.

“Ahhhhhhh.” Ivy shudders, clamping around my fingers.

She watches, glassy eyed, as I withdraw them and suck and savor her juices. “Still my favorite taste. I hope you’re ready for more, because I’m gonna fuck you until morning.”

“I’m soooo ready,” she rasps, dragging her palm up and down my shaft, which threatens to burst through my slacks. “Before we, uh…will you…” Ivy wince-smiles and throws her forearm over her eyes.

“What baby?” I lie next to her, move her arm and kiss her so she can taste herself on my tongue. “What do you need?”

“I’m ready for…” She blinks at me then swallows and takes a slow breath. “Will you go down on me? I’ve missed your magic tongue.”

My heart beats ten times faster and swells in my chest every time Ivy asserts what she wants sexually. I dig it so fucking much. Groaning, I press my face to her throat. “Of course. Whatever you want. Tonight is all about you.”

“Aboutus.” She drapes her calf over my hip and slides her hand between her legs. With two fingers, she spreads her lips apart, flashing her pussy. My eyes flick back up her body to take in her wild turquoise eyes, raw lips, and the blush spreading over her cheeks and down her chest. Her nipples are puckered and distended. “I’m yours, Cillian. All of me. My body. My heart. My soul.Everything. Iloveyou.

The certainty in Ivy’s words makes my heart feel like it’s about to explode. Any doubt, fear, or insecurity I’ve ever had about our age difference, the pain of losing her or the years spent apart disappears. Everything snaps into place.

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