Shyness. Hesitation. That's what was running through her mind. No uncertainty, though. None of that. He had been so sweet, so gentle, so patient, that she knew this was right.
"Are you alright? You seem a little distracted."
"Y-yeah. Just got lost in thought, that's all."
"I understand." He ran a hand over her hair. "I could get you a drink if you want. Y'know, something to help you relax."
"I'd like that. Thanks..."
"Hey, no problem." A kiss, a feather-soft touch against her cheekbone. "I want you to do something for me while I'm gone, though."
"A-alright. What's that?"
"Breathe. Don't think. Don't do anything else. Just breathe. Can you do that for me?"
A nod and a smile. Not as shaky as before. Progress.
"Good. I'll be right back."
"Gotcha." Deep breath. Smile. Once he left she honored his request, pausing only to slip out of her jeans. It was easier to breathe when comfortable, after all.
He returned, wine in hand. Took one look at her. Smiled.
"Feeling better?"
"A bit." She took another deep breath, exhaled, and giggled.
"Glad to hear it." He handed her the glass, then sat down and got to work on unbuttoning his shirt. She watched, paying him as much attention as she paid the wine. Light, sweet, with no harsh aftertaste. His chest was equally appetizing. Toned muscle. Tanned skin. Not to mention the whirl of hair around his navel. She took another drink, then licked her lips.
"Nice chest."
"Thanks...and likewise." A wink made her giggle again. "It's nice to finally see what's under those little t-shirts. Now, c'mere." He gestured to his lap. "Sit with your back to me."
"Okay..."
He took the empty glass from her hand and set it on the nightstand. Then he wrapped his arms around her. One hand rested on her shoulder, while the other curled around waist and tummy. Skilled fingers worked tense muscles, eliciting a sweet little sigh in response.
"Baby?"
"Hm?"
"Your...ah...your bra. It's in the way. Mind if I slip it off?"
"No...Not at all. Go right ahead."
Well, she certainly sounded relaxed now. Good sign, he thought, as he slipped the delicate straps from her shoulders and worked at the hooks. He let the bra fall and immediately slipped his hands up over her chest. Full. Soft. Perky, with little nipples pressing against his palms. Damn. The more he saw, the more he wanted, no, needed to devour her whole. Well, there would be time for that tonight. First, though...
"Hold on." He shifted her to the bed then pulled his jeans off. She watched with renewed interest, exhaling a soft "wow!" as her eyes stroked over the front of his briefs.
"Don't be shy. It likes you."
"That's good..." Giggle. Unmistakable traces of blush colored her cheeks. It was undeniably endearing. He smiled as she moved back into his lap, resting her head against his. He kissed her cheek and was pleasantly surprised when she shifted so their mouths could touch. He pulled her closer. She ran a hand through his hair. Sighed.
"So good..."
"We haven't even really started yet."
"I know..nice warmup, though."
"It gets even better. Trust me, baby."
A nod. They shared a tender kiss while his hand wandered, slipping gently under her panties.
"...That's a nice surprise."
"Y..you mean that?" Lip bite. "I..I..I could shave if you want.."
"Don't. I mean it. It feels good. Soft. Natural." Pause for another tender kiss. "What I -do- want you to do is talk to me. Tell me how to touch you. How to make -you- feel good."