Two Lonely Hearts

Chapter 2

It might have been cold and pouring rain outside, but my heart had never felt warmer. The days dragged by as I waited for Saturday to arrive. At night, I would spend hours talking to Allie on the phone. During the day, I was working at the hospital whilst reliving the conversations.

Bernie picked up on the unexplained change in my behaviour with a knowing smile but no questions. Even Charlie and the interns couldn't dampen my spirits. They tried, but the abrupt shift in my life with Allie's introduction was like a shield that surrounded me wherever I went. Their insults bounced off it, not even penetrating my awareness. It was like I carried a small ember in my heart that no one could touch, it kept me warm and happy.

Despite my happiness, there was a growing nervousness around meeting Allie. Mostly it stemmed from fear of interacting with someone I'd never met before. Social situations had always been crippling for me, so the thought of meeting a new person was my perfect nightmare.

In the gaps between recalling our conversations, my worries spiralled out of control. What if she didn't like the way I looked? What if I made a fool out of myself? What if it was all a big joke? What if she laughed at me and walked away?

Each time I found myself on a downward spiral, I reassured myself by conjuring small bits of proof from my conversations with Allie. The way she never wanted to end the conversation, how she told me I was the best part of her day, the light, giggle-like laughter that made my heart flutter. They were genuine moments that couldn't be faked.

It got to Friday night and I was equal parts terrified and excited for Saturday. Nine o'clock came about and Allie's name popped up on my phone the moment the numbers changed. Smiling, I answered.

"Nick!" Allie said excitedly. "Only one more sleep!"

I laughed. "You sound like a child on the night before Christmas."

"Maybe that's because tomorrow is the best day of the year for me! Is it bad that I'm actually really nervous as well?"

"No! I've been nervous all week! I can't tell you how scared I am!"

There was a small hesitation. "Scared?"

"Well, not scared of you," I said quickly, backtracking. "More scared of what you'd think of me and worried if you didn't like me or something..." I trailed off, feeling a bit stupid. It sounded so immature when I said it out loud.

"That's exactly the same as me!" Allie said in a rush. "Y-you've become such a big part of my life that I worry if you'll take one look at me, turn around and walk back out of the library!"

"Well, that's never going to happen. But it's kind of reassuring that you're on the same page as me. OK, let's agree to do something as soon as we meet tomorrow, then things won't be awkward."

"Like a handshake or secret high-five?" Allie said with a giggle.

"If you want, but I was thinking more like a hug? I told you that I wanted to give you the biggest hug ever and I was hoping you'd let me." I waited nervously. It would be the first physical contact I'd had with a female for years.

"That sounds... perfect! I've sort of been hoping I might get that hug."

The longer we spoke, the more my excitement of meeting Allie overtook my fears. She was just as nervous as I was and, although I didn't want her to feel nervous, it did make me feel a lot better that I wasn't the only one.

I'd expected to speak to Allie all night, but when ten o'clock came around, she said, "I-uh-I have to go now. I want to get a good night's sleep before I see you tomorrow. One o'clock at the Fairhampton library, yeah?" Her voice was a little strained and worried.

It spiked a bit of worry in me but I said, "Yeah, I can't wait. I'll see you then."

Allie was quiet for a while and then said, "Goodnight, Nick."

We hung up and I was confused. The conversation had been so good and contained nothing but giddy excitement, but then when ten o'clock came around, it was like a switch flicked off. My eyes fell on my computer.

Allie hadn't been back online since we'd started our nightly conversations, telling me she'd much rather speak to me.

Frowning, I booted up my computer and went onto the cam site. I didn't log in but I searched for 'Raven's Room' and entered as an anonymous user. My heart fell as Allie appeared on the screen, wearing the usual cropped top. Her dark hair was pulled back into a ponytail and she'd applied more make-up than normal.

She looked unhappy and resigned, but it didn't stop the small amount of hurt and confusion I felt. She'd lied to me about going to sleep. I knew that I had no right to control what she did, but I would have happily kept her company if she had to go online... unless she didn't want me to see her online.

The conflicting emotions were pulling me apart. I had no right to get jealous of her, but I still found myself getting jealous. Allie and I were nothing but good friends, and she could do whatever she wanted. I wanted to log off. Watching her made me feel terrible. Had I really become a creepy stalker? She had her own life and I needed to let her live it... but I still couldn't log off.

I sat in turmoil and watched her. She looked small and sad, like a fallen angel. Several times, she took deep sighs and her bottom lip trembled. Each time, she frowned, shook her head and returned to watching the camera or her screen, waiting for an arrival.

I picked up my phone and quickly typed out a message.

I'm struggling to sleep, so I just thought I'd send you a message. You make my day every day and I'm happy I found you x

I pressed send and watched on the screen as Allie's phone vibrated. Frowning, she picked it up and read my message. The change on her face was like watching a beautiful sunrise. She broke into a wide grin and her dimples came to life. Her entire energy changed. I could feel her happiness through the screen. She sniffed and began quickly typing back a message. Several seconds later, my phone vibrated.

You're so amazing! I'd forgotten what it was like to be happy before I met you. You better deliver on that hug tomorrow, mister x

I was about to reply when some people came into her room. Her smile vanished and her hand shook as she put the phone back down. As with every other night that she'd been online, the names were all ridiculous names like

Daddycock

,

Slutmaster

, and

12inchwonder

.

The inevitable foul observations and demands were swift and soon filled the chatbox.

Mmm, you look like the perfect slut.

Look at that fucking whore! You know she'd love to get pounded by 12 inches!

Get on your hands and knees and spread that ass, bitch.

The messages kept coming and with them, my anger rose. Allie took it all with a smile that never reached her eyes. She looked seductively at the screen and said, "I'll spread my ass for Four hundred hearts."

Four hundred!? For that much, you're going to finger your ass while you do it!

Allie read the message and anger flashed across her face before she covered it. I saw in her eyes what the others did not: humiliation and sadness. "Four hundred?" she asked in a small voice.

I'll give you five hundred if you get your tits out as well.

Allie nodded. "OK."

Moments later, five hundred hearts filled the box.

So, I was once again trapped between lust for that perfect figure and disgust at myself for feeling that way. Allie stripped off her clothes, letting her heavy breasts fall down and bounce proudly at the camera. She tweaked her big nipples but they didn't harden.

What a fucking whore! Get on your hands and knees!

Allie adjusted the camera so that her head wasn't in frame and then lowered it to her chair she peeled off her tiny shorts and positioned herself on the chair with her ass facing the camera.

Her cheeks formed the perfect heart shape and the soft folds of her pussy spread as she reached back and pulled her cheeks apart.

Mmm, what a slut. Now finger your ass.

Allie looked like she had wetted a finger with saliva before she reached back and tried to insert it into her ass. It took several attempts and her body shook as she pushed it in. Once it was in, she moved it slowly in and out.

More hearts filled the chat box as other users tipped her.

Mmm, bet you'd like a big cock up there!

Fuck, I'd ram her until she screamed for me to stop!

She fingered her ass for five minutes before stopping and getting changed. Strangely, she kept her head out of the screen, when normally she would adjust the camera after. The reason why became apparent when the last of the people left her room.

She pulled the camera back down again and wiped her eyes dry. She checked her phone and I realised I still hadn't replied. I quickly grabbed my phone and typed out a message.

I'm giving you the biggest hug in the world and I have another surprise for you, remember? X

Her face lit up again as my message came through. She replied immediately.

Ooo, that makes me even more excited! I hope it's not too much though, I'm only bringing sandwiches, remember. X

I grinned stupidly at my phone and laughed when I noticed she was doing the same.

No, you're also bringing yourself. Trust me, that's better than any sandwich! X

Her reply was quick and made my cock throb.

Oh, so you're going to eat me, are you? ;)

I'd never done anything sexual over the phone, so I had no idea how to respond. I typed the first thing I could think of.

If I did, you'd be the best-tasting treat in the world. I'd peel your panties right off you! x

I watched my message go through and then something unexpected happened. Allie froze and her eyes widened. She quickly turned to her computer and it looked as though she was trying to work something out. Her mouth moved as she spoke to herself quietly, and then nodded. She typed out a message.

What type of panties do you imagine me wearing? x

I stared at the message for a few moments with no idea what was going on. It was a strange question but I thought maybe it was part of the dirty talk. What could I imagine her wearing? If I was honest with her, I had no idea of the different types of women's underwear, I only really knew thong and G-string, and even then I wasn't too sure of the difference.

I replied:

I think you would look amazing in everything and nothing, but a G-string would look hot on you. x

Allie received the text and grinned.

You might have a surprise waiting for you tomorrow too ;) Sweet dreams x

I texted Allie goodnight and then watched the screen. It was only eleven thirty, so she still had another hour and a half if she was sticking to her usual timeslot. I was still a bit confused that she hadn't been honest with me, but there was nothing I could do or say, so I watched.

The next few guys that came into her room wrote some dirty messages and requests but soon left. After twenty minutes of nothing,

Highlander72

entered the room and asked for her to play with her pussy. Allie looked puzzled momentarily and then said, "Three hundred hearts and I'll play with myself for you."

Three hundred hearts filled the box and then Allie adjusted the camera down to her pussy. She spread her legs and followed the guy's instructions to spread her lips, play with her clit, and moan his name. It took about sixty seconds for the guy to cum and then leave, after which Allie abruptly turned off her camera and logged out.

It was only midnight, so she should have had another hour online. I assumed she was getting an earlier night in preparation for meeting me. I waited five minutes and when she didn't come back online, I went to bed, more confused than ever.

*

If it had been better weather, I would have taken the train to Fairhampton to save money. But the rain was coming down in thick sheets so heavy that the world was obscured and hidden behind the downpour. I instead ordered a taxi and waited for it nervously, clutching my surprise for Allie beneath my jacket.

I'd chosen to wear my best jeans, a black T-shirt, and my trusty waterproof jacket. My hair was too messy to do anything with, but I'd shaved my face and checked myself out in the mirror all morning, trying and failing to work out if I looked good enough.

The taxi drive was a nervous one. Despite our conversations, I couldn't help the building anxiety at meeting someone new - in a new place as well. The fact that it was a library and not somewhere busier went a little way toward making me feel better, but it wasn't enough to stop me from bouncing my leg and fidgeting.

I arrived at the library a little early, so I paid the taxi driver and then ran inside under the cover of my jacket. Thankfully, it wasn't busy. It was an old library, all wooden stairs and handrails. It was located in what had once been a church, the walls were light grey stone and the ceiling was vaulted with thick beams.

The combination of it once being an old church and then a library filled the air with a unique tranquillity that lay over the polished oak floors like a blanket. I was greeted by a bookish-looking man with thinning hair and round spectacles perched at the end of a long nose.

"Can I help you, sir?" he asked in clipped, hushed tones.

"No, I-I was just coming to relax and read some books," I replied nervously, cringing at the social interaction.

He gave me a once-over and appeared satisfied that I wasn't a troublemaker. "Very well, if you need any assistance, I'll be here."

I nodded and walked past him with my head down. The library was split into different sections and levels. Rows of bookcases provided the walls between areas, creating a labyrinth of narrow book-filled corridors.

I had a walk around them and then decided to go to the second floor, where there were comfortable couches and beanbags where people could relax and enjoy their selected books. It was a little too open for my liking, so I went to a far quieter area on the third floor. It was a balcony of sorts that overlooked the library. The rear wall was lined with old, dusty books and shelves stuck out to create small, private sections where people could read.

I picked the section at the far end, where there were two sofas facing a central coffee table. I fired Allie a quick message letting her know where I was and then waited with growing nerves as the time ticked by. I took off my jacket and tried to get comfortable but no position seemed natural.

My heart jumped when my phone vibrated as a text from Allie came through.

Brilliant! I know that spot, I'll be up in a second! x

My heart started hammering in my chest and my breathing became fast and shallow. I closed my eyes and forced myself to take several deep breaths, trying to calm myself. When I opened them again, I saw her. The person I had known through a screen jumped into real life.

She was shorter than I expected, maybe just over five feet compared to my six. Apart from that, she was everything I ever imagined. Her cute dimples stood out, as did her marine-blue eyes. Her dark hair was tucked behind her ears and hung down her back. She was wearing casual jeans that hugged her toned legs and curves. She had a black coat that she quickly took off as she walked toward me, revealing a white T-shirt that did little to hide the bounce of her breasts with each step.

When she reached the sofas, she threw her jacket and bag onto one of them and then stared at me, as nervous as I was.

I was speechless. I didn't know what to do but something took over my body and I stood up.

I was smiling as I held out my arms and she mirrored me.

She stepped right into my chest and wrapped her arms around me. I felt her breasts press against me but it was an afterthought, something I didn't really think much about as I hugged her back. She turned her head and rested it against my chest. She smelled of roses and a faint smell of... something new. It was confusing but I didn't pay it much attention.

Reacting on instinct, I squeezed her slightly and pulled her tighter against me.

It felt perfect. I was certain she could hear how fast my heart was beating but I didn't particularly care. It was such an intense, intimate moment that nothing else mattered. I wasn't too sure how long we stayed like that but when we parted, Allie looked up at me and said, "Wow, that really was the biggest hug in the world!"

I grinned and reluctantly let go of her. "I'm glad it was OK."

I sat back down, unsure whether she would sit opposite or next to me. She deliberated for a moment and then jumped on the sofa with me. "It was more than OK!" she said. "That was the best hug I've ever had!"

I bowed my head. "I'm glad I can be of service! Any time you want more, I am more than happy to oblige."

Allie giggled. "Well, I might be asking for a lot more of them then! I can't tell you how scared I was walking up the stairs!" She sat facing me, with her back against the high arm of the sofa. "You're even better looking in real life, you know."

I blushed, feeling very uncomfortable with the praise. "Y-you too. I mean, I knew you were beautiful but..." I wasn't sure what else I could say. My mind had gone terribly blank.

Allie was just as nervous but took up the conversation and we slowly relaxed, realising that it was no different to all of the conversations we'd had over the previous six months. It might have been the first time meeting, but we were already as close as best friends.

"So, why'd you pick the library?" I asked. "It's actually the perfect place for me - quiet, away from people, no forced social interactions."

Allie smiled, but there was a little something in her eyes that told me whatever she said wasn't going to be the full truth. "I love coming here. It's where I come to escape... life. I like to read books and I sometimes use their computers to do a bit of research on courses I could do and maybe some jobs."

At the mention of her job, things got a little awkward. She dropped her eyes and fidgeted with her hands. I lifted her chin and said, "I think you're the most amazing person I've ever met, and it might sound sad, but you're my closest friend. I know you hate

Raven's Room

, but I have not for one second ever judged you or thought anything bad about you because of it."

Allie bit her lip. "Do you promise?" she asked quietly.

"I promise!" I said earnestly

She grimaced. "I hate it, I haven't been back on since we exchanged phone numbers, I'm going to stop and try to find another way to make money." I must have had a reaction to her lie because she stopped and frowned at me. "What was that?"

"N-nothing," I said, trying to arrange my face into what was hopefully a neutral look.

"You're lying to me! I can tell by your eyes," she said angrily. "Don't lie to me, Nick."

It was my turn to get a little angry. "OK, I promise I'll never lie to you but you have to do the same for me," I said it with a little heat.

Allie's eyes widened. "You watched me last night," she whispered.

I blushed. "I'm sorry, when you said you had to leave at ten you were acting really weird. I didn't want to check and when I did, I felt really guilty. Sorry, I shouldn't have checked up on you, I have no right."

She turned away from me, crossing her arms. I wasn't sure what to make of it, whether she was upset or angry or going to just get up and walk away.

I reached out to touch her shoulder. "Allie, I'm sorry-"

"Just give me a minute, Nick," she snapped, twisting her body away from me. As she did, her top rose, revealing her jeans, where a clothes label was attached at the top.

"Uh, Allie, you forgot to cut the label off your jeans. Do you want me-"