I break the kiss, my lips trailing a path of fiery kisses down the slender column of her throat. "You're mine, Rhea," I rasp, my teeth grazing the sensitive skin where her pulse flutters like a trapped butterfly. "Say it."
She whimpers, her fingers threading through my hair as she arches into my touch. "I'm yours, Valen," she breathes, her voice laced with a desperation that mirrors my own.
The beast within me roars in triumph, but I know I must tread carefully. I cannot take her quite yet. But I can pleasure her a little bit, show her the depths of the passion that simmers between us.
My hands roam over her body, exploring every curve, every dip and valley. I cup her breasts through the fabric of her shirt, my thumbs teasing her nipples into taut peaks. She moans, her body writhing against mine, seeking the friction that will send her over the edge.
"You see, Rhea," I murmur, my voice hoarse with desire, "I can make you feel things you've never even dreamed of."
She nods, her eyes glazed. "I understand, Valen," she whispers, her hand reaching up to caress my cheek.
I capture her hand in mine and press a tender kiss to her palm.
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 anddemanding, 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 grindagainst 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.