Page 21 of Dominic Powers Duet Box Set
I give her a single nod to acknowledge her leap of faith. Slowly lowering my hand to hers, I let my fingers flow across her skin until our fingers lock. Our eyes stay glued to each other’s and our looks become more heated. The simplest touch ignites an inferno in me that can’t be quenched with anything but her—allof her. She’s craving an intimate touch to reassure her that she’s wanted, needed, and loved.
She will get so much more than that tonight. Sophia needs to feel like this will last and that it’s not a fleeting notion that will drift away on a whim. I’m here to stay and soon she will no longer doubt it. When she falls asleep tonight, she will be in my arms, fully sated, decidedly tired, and completely loved from the top of her head to the tips of her toes.
The bright San Diego sun warms us as we enjoy a bottle of wine and the delicious food. The patio dining area is beachfront and I notice that her eyes keep straying to the waves rolling onto the shore. She doesn’t ask, but I know that longing look on her face, and it’s killing her to not be near the water.
“So, Sophia, tell me why you love the water so much.”
She quickly hides her shocked look and responds, “I’ve always loved the water. It feels like home to me—it calms me, gives me a feeling of peace, and I could just sit for hours and watch the waves roll onto the shore.”
“Let’s take a walk on the beach then,” I say after signing the check for our meals.
“Really?” she asks excitedly.
“Of course. If you love it that much, I can’t deny you this simple pleasure.” We quickly make our way to the beach and kick our shoes off. Sophia hums in pleasure as her toes sink into the sand. I take her shoes and place them in a secure spot close to our cottage. Hand in hand, we walk to the shoreline and she immediately puts her feet in the water. She stands completely motionless, just allowing the waves to wash up over her feet before rolling back out again. She then closes her eyes, tilts her head back, and basks in the feel of the sun and the surf.My Angelis absolutely stunning.
Quickly fishing my cell phone out of my pocket, I snap a few pictures of her before she opens her eyes. She has a completely serene, carefree countenance about her and I have to capture it before she realizes I’m watching her intently. My phone is back in my pocket by the time she opens her eyes and she’s none the wiser. I’m met with her dazzling, full-face smile that I can’t help but return.
“Walk with me,” I request, offering my arm for her to hold and she quickly takes it. We being walking and immediately fall in step with one another, as if we were performing a routine we had practiced over countless hours. Walking along the shoreline, she shrieks when a rogue wave washes up farther than anticipated and splashes up her legs. Her skirt is short enough that the water didn’t reach it, but her legs are soaked and her laughter is infectious.
Before I know it, I’ve joined in her fit of laughter even though, at this point, it’s unclear of what we’re really laughing about. I just know it feels good to let go, really relax, and enjoy this with her. My impression is she hasn’t had the luxury of laughter in quite a long time. Another large wave comes rolling in and she jump-steps her way just out of its reach.
“You’re already wet. Why don’t you just jump in?” I tease her.
“You first, Dom,” she replies coyly.
Taking her hand, I say, “Come with me.” Her confusion registers on her face but she doesn’t question me. In some ways, I feel her trust in me growing. Seeing confusion rather than fear in her eyes confirms that even though she doesn’t know my intentions, she is comfortable enough with me to comply without being apprehensive. Small steps. One at a time, and soon enough, we will be at the point of our relationship where we need to be.
She wraps her little fingers around my hand and lightly squeezes. When I look over at her, she’s smiling from ear to ear and has a bounce in her step. “What are you so excited about, Sophia?”
“I’m so glad you brought me here. I’ve also been thinking—,” she starts before I cut her off.
“Uh oh,” I reply in jest and she lightly hits me on the arm as she laughs.
“I wasaboutto say that I’ve been thinking and I’m really happy that we’re redefining our relationship, but now I may have to take that back,” she pretends to pout and turns her head away to ignore me.
We’ve been walking while talking and we’re rounding a corner into a sandy alcove that’s secluded from the rest of the beach. No one is around and the best idea has just appeared in my mind. While she’s looking away, pretending to be insulted, I ease my phone and wallet out of my pockets and place them on a large boulder that juts out toward the water.
Scooping her up in my arms, I rush headlong into the ocean and dunk us both in the water. As we break the surface of the water, she sputters water and gasps with her eyes as wide open as her mouth. I can’t help but laugh at the shocked look on her face. She weighs nothing in the water’s buoyancy, and I quickly turn her so that she’s facing me with her legs wrapped around my waist. My arms fold around her and hold her close to me.
“Have you lost your mind?” she asks with a laugh when she finally overcomes her shock. “You arecrazy!”
“That I am, Sophia. I’m quickly becoming crazy over you. The past three weeks and working all these crazy hours with you have been wonderful andpure hellat the same time.”
“I know exactly what you mean,” she whispers.
The droplets of water are scattered over her face and I watch as one bead rolls down her cheek and onto her lips. Just as she flicks her tongue out to lick it away, I capture her mouth with mine and she easily surrenders to my unspoken demand. Slipping my tongue into her mouth, I slowly glide it across hers. Sophia tries to increase the speed but I maintain my pace and give her no other option. I feel when she acquiesces to me and the Dom in me is pleased with her.
In fact, I’m pleased enough with her submission that I reward her with what her body is craving. Increasing the pressure and the urgency, I devour her mouth, lightly nipping on her bottom lip, pulling it into my mouth and lightly sucking on it. It’s only a preview of what I plan to do to her but she understands my message. She moans softly and her body somehow melds into mine even more.
Moving along her jaw line, I kiss and lick her perfect skin. She tastes sweet and salty—her natural sweetness mixed with the salty ocean water is inebriating. When I reach the junction of her jaw and her ear, I gently pull her earlobe into my teeth and easily graze over it. “You taste so good,My Angel,” I whisper to her. Her skin prickles again and I love knowing I have that affect on her.
Tilting my head, I dive in, sucking her neck along the side, casually moving from just below her ear down to her clavicle before moving back up again. “My Angel, I think you’re wearing too many clothes,” I whisper seductively to her.
“Here?” she glances around somewhat nervously, but also a little excited at the possibility. One thing she must learn is that when it comes to sex and business, I am always Dom and I won’t tolerate non-compliance.
“Here, Sophia,” I reply, my tone now resolute and I level her with my domineering look.
Realizing her gaffe, she lowers her eyes and asks submissively, “What do you want me to take off first, Dom?”
“How about I help you,My Angel?” I offer and her small, sexy smile returns.
“I wouldlovefor you to do that, Dom.”
