Warning: This is a slow burn novel that doesn't have much sex in it, especially at the beginning. Though there are temptations at the beginning, the actual sexual themes don't really get going until later on in the story. It's a bit different from one of my normal stories. If you are wanting really raunchy sexy, this probably isn't your story. This is much more of a love novel.
The first two chapters covered Daniel meeting Emma in the woods. She was living in a tent so he took her in on a rainy night when her items were destroyed. Now, they have become mutual friends, doing favors for each other. This is the continuation of their story.
I hope you enjoy!
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Chapter 3
When Daniel opened his eyes, he quickly searched for his phone to check the time. He slept peacefully, but was still recovering from the night he could hardly sleep in his car.
Fortunately, it was only a few minutes from when he normally woke up. Feeling it was dangerous to close his eyes any longer, he decided to get out of bed so he could get ready for work. However, that's when he suddenly remembered... he was on the floor because someone else was in his bed.
Oh, yeah... I slept so hard, I almost forgot that I offered to sleep on the floor... Wait, that means she's...
Daniel looked over and noticed Emma in his bed. She had fallen asleep, in the same position she was in, when he told her goodnight. She was on her side, only now, with the cover up to her shoulders.
He stared at her face for a moment, as she was wearing his shirt, sleeping peacefully in his bed. Daniel was almost speechless; Not because he didn't want to wake her up, but because he was lost in his own thoughts.
She looks so peaceful when she's sleeping... almost like an angel... I guess I've never stared at her long enough to realize... how pretty she is...
Growing red in the face, he quickly pulled himself away and walked to the bathroom. However, as he got ready for work, he struggled to get the image of Emma's face out of his mind.
That was pretty creepy of me... It's a good thing she didn't wake up. If she saw me staring at her like that, who knows what would have gone through her mind? Still... I always knew she was cute... but, I guess I haven't stared directly at her face long enough to tell how beau...
He quickly shook his head, trying to snap himself out of those thoughts.
No! I'm just trying to help her... It doesn't matter how attractive she is! I'm not some kind of dirtbag!
After Daniel finished collecting himself, he brushed his teeth and combed his hair. However, as he made his way out of the bathroom, he noticed a very tired-looking Emma standing on the other side of the door.
With one eye closed, the other barely open, and her hair in a big mess, Emma yawned before asking, "Are you leaving for work now?"
"In a few minutes," Daniel answered, admiring her face once again. However, as his eyes gazed down at the white T-shirt, he let her borrow, he suddenly noticed two points poking through. Turning away quickly, he shouted, "Actually, I'll be leaving now!"
"Oh, okay..." the unaware woman said with another cute yawn. "May I borrow one of your jackets again for work?"
"You can borrow my jackets anytime... like right now, for example..." he answered. Then, walking past her with his eyes straight up to the ceiling, he announced, "Got to go! See you later!"
Realizing how quickly her new roommate was about to leave, Emma turned around before shouting, "Hey, wait!"
"Yeah?" Daniel asked, trying not to stare directly at the young woman.
"I just wanted to say, once again, that I appreciate you letting me stay here," the young woman started, as she clasped her hands together, while swaying from side to side. "And... I actually had a lot of fun with you last night... you know, just chit chatting and stuff."
Daniel started to blush as he stared at the cute woman smiling back at him. The thought of her enjoying his company made him warm inside. Then, his cheeks became even redder, as he accidentally caught a glimpse of her chest again.
"I had fun with you too!" he said before turning back and opening the door. "Just let me know if you want me to pick you up again! Bye!"
"Okay, bye! Have a good day!"
Emma shrugged her shoulders before walking into the restroom.
I wonder why he was acting so weird
she pondered.
I hope it wasn't my breath. Maybe I should have brushed my teeth before speaking directly to him.
Or... what if it was my looks? I'm probably such a mess right now... And maybe I should borrow a jacket now. It's kind of cold in here....
Her eyes struggled to get adjusted to the light as she stepped inside the restroom. Then suddenly, as she looked at herself in the mirror, her eyes became big, as she noticed how obvious her nipples were poking through the white shirt.
Completely red in the face, she slapped herself on the forehead while leaning over the sink.
Ah crap...
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As the winds came in, the leaves that had already lost their color and fell from the trees as they rested on the ground. What had been a warm Autumn had already changed into a cold winter in a matter of days. But just like any other day, the sun rose and spread its rays on all the plants, roads, and buildings. And just as the sun awakened, so too did a young woman and a young man, to start another normal day, only now... together.
"It's been three days since I started living with Daniel."
"It's been three days since Emma started living with me."
"At first, I thought he was going to take advantage of me, but I'm starting to feel silly for even thinking he would do such a thing."
"At first, I thought I might be making a mistake by inviting her to stay with me, but she's been very grateful... and unusually pleasant."
"It's the first time I've lived with a guy, so there are definitely some adjustments..."
"It's the first time I've lived with a girl, and I don't know what I'm doing..."
"I have to remember to put a bra on as soon as I wake up. Either that or a jacket, which is his, by the way. He lets me borrow that too... And I'm actually starting to like the way his clothes fit on me... but not in a weird way!"
"At first, I offered to let her borrow my clothes, but now that she always asks. I think she looks kind of cute in them... but I'm not a creeper..."
"I clean his apartment every day, and I try to cook for him. He's actually not a bad cook himself. We even cooked dinner together last night. It was cute how he burnt his fingers on the pot... He's okay, though!"
"I told her she doesn't have to cook for me, but I guess it's nice having someone to cook with. Last night, I made the sauce while she made the noodles. I hope she didn't notice that I burned my fingers on the pot..."
"You know, I promised him I would stay out of his way. He seems like a busy guy, so I didn't want to feel like a burden, but... I keep finding myself doing things with him..."
"The other night, we played video games together. She was terrible, and so was I. I haven't turned that thing on in years. But it's so funny how she sticks her tongue out when she concentrates really hard..."
"Only a few days ago, I didn't look forward to getting off work, but now, getting his 'I'm here' text is one of my favorite parts of the day!"
"I never enjoyed staying after work, but now I get even more antsy when it's time to leave. I've been sort of doing a half-ass job, looking over my co-workers' portfolios."
She and he never knew what they had been missing. But now that they had each other, they were starting to understand that there was more to life. Still, in their minds, they were just two individuals, whose paths crossed for the time being.
"And as the days go by... I don't know how long he'll let me stay, but..."
