David's arms still held me when I woke up. I couldn't tell if he was awake and I tried not to disturb him as I slid off the bed. I wondered what time it was and how long I had slept as I tiptoed into the bathroom to freshen up. When I came out David was still sleeping. I stopped in the doorway and looked at him. The feelings inside of me were still at war with each other. The rational side said this man would hurt me, and kept reminding me of all the times he had brutally raped me. The passionate side whispered about the desire he created in me. I had never experienced anything like the desire David could bring out of me. I wanted more. I realized I had so much to learn about myself. I realized too that I didn't want to learn it with anyone except David. What a strange thought, he was so cruel to me and he is the only one I want to explore the depths of my passion with. I carefully climbed on the bed and embraced him. Sleepily he turned and embraced me back.
"MMM Taylor." He said groggily as his arms went around me. I knew in his sleepy state that I was witnessing truth from him. Somehow I felt the same but was still afraid to open up completely with him. He opened his eyes and what I saw warmed my heart. I think I was falling for him.
"I was cold." I said playfully, quietly as I nudged closer to him. I wanted his arms around me. I wanted his kiss and his attention. I wondered if my desire was purely sexual or if there was something deeper. He caressed my cheek and smiled.
"I don't know what happened but I think I like it." He leaned forward and brushed his lips to mine. Gooseflesh rose instantly on my body as I trembled under his touch. Did he realize that I needed him to show me forbidden pleasures? My body yearned for his touch. I rested my head against his chest. He nuzzled his face in my hair.
"What's the next step?" I asked as I listened to his heartbeat. I decided that since I am stuck here I might as well find something to enjoy about it, and David could do that for me. His arms felt good around me, made me feel safe. Somehow I knew he would protect me.
"Where did that come from?" He replied as he kissed the top of my head. I felt a little embarrassed because how could I tell him that I desired him to teach me?
"Curious, I suppose. Conversation." I reasoned hoping it would convince him. "Do you think I could have some clothes?" I added.
"Sure. I'll get some shortly. I'm not in any rush to get up. I don't know what changed here but I want to enjoy it while it lasts." He whispered into my hair as he pulled me closer. His heart was pounding. Did I have the same effect on him that he had on me I wondered. I closed my eyes and felt the heat of his skin on my cheek. Could I do this, could I turn myself over to him without reserve? Flashes of the orgasms went through my mind and I decided I could.
"Do you think, maybe, well. I'd like to have a radio." I said as he raised his head. I turned my face so I could see his.
"I suppose. I think I should get your clothes and supper don't ya think?" He said without releasing his embrace. "One day you're going to have to explain this change to me."
"I'm not sure I understand it myself." I said as I got off the bed. I went to the couch and sat down pulling the throw blanket over me. He left and I sat there wondering if I could really do this or if I was lying to myself. I felt desire building inside of me as I waited for him to return. I blushed a bit when I realized that I wanted him so much. I wanted him to start tonight, not waste anymore time. I wanted the pleasure, the release. How would he react when I told him we didn't need the drug anymore? I knew he could show me without it and I wanted it that way. When he returned my heart skipped a beat. He brought in supper and my dress. I met him at the table without saying a word. I took the dress and went in the bathroom to put it on. He was waiting at the table with sandwiches when I came out.
"I fixed you a sandwich, hope you're hungry." He said as he passed me a plate. I set it in front of me as I sat down. He looked so handsome with a day's bread growth on his face.
"You need to shave." I commented as I took a bite of the sandwich. He touched his chin and laughed.
"I guess I do don't I?" He remarked. When he looked at me he seemed puzzled. I suppose it's understandable. I had made a complete turn around. I was experiencing emotions I hadn't felt since I was a teenager, with Chris. The pure abandonment I felt to simply forget the world and experience everything I could with David. We ate in silence but I noticed him staring at me in utter amazement. Would my change affect what he did to me? When I finished I fiddled with the radio until I found a classic rock station that played mostly 80's music. He embraced me from behind while I was tuning the station.
"You're sneaky." I said as he muzzled my neck. I wanted to turn around, put my arms around him and have him carry me to the bed, but I didn't.
"And you're confusing." He said as he kissed the side of my neck. I giggled because his stubble tickled me.
"Go shave, you're tickling me." I said as I pulled away from him playfully.
"Maybe I shouldn't. It sounds good to hear you laugh for a change." He said as he pulled me back to him, facing him. I felt my cheeks turn red as he pulled me tight to him. I also felt my warmness down there in anticipation of what lie ahead.
"David!" I smiled as I searched his face trying to figure out what was going on in his head. He kissed my cheek and went to shave without a word. I heard the razor as he whistled in the bathroom. I felt strange; almost happy if that was even possible. I knew in my heart that I was falling for David, and falling hard. Was it real or just a reaction to Phillip's betrayal? Did it really matter? I swayed to the music while my thoughts consumed me. The music had a hypnotic quality. I found myself dancing around the room to the beat. I had not noticed David come back into the room. He waited in the doorway, watching until the song ended and I came back to reality. I was embarrassed that he had seen that.
"Is this better?" He asked as he embraced me again and kissed my neck. The smoothness of his face felt good. I tilted my head so my neck was exposed to him. It still bore the angry black and blue bruises from the strangling Chris had done.