This is the longest story I've ever written yet and it's dedicated to my fans. In particular, I would like to thank all those who took the time to write either private or public comments for my previous stories and send me emails. I would also like thank all of you who voted for my stories. I still can't believe it that my previous one - "Love me, Please" - did so well. You have all made the creative juices flow once more and for that I thank you.
This is a romantic story about two females. It is a very long text and the sexy parts are there but they are not the main focal point of my story. If you are looking for a quick fix, please exit now, you have been warned. Also, another fair piece of warning: although all of this story is about a female on female relationship, there are two heterosexual scenes being described. If that is not your cup of tea, you can also exit now.
You will notice that at the start of each chapter I mention the name of a key character. Throughout that chapter this character will share his unspoken thoughts with us. This is accomplished via texts in italics.
I would like once more to express my gratitude and admiration for Literotica writer "SweetestThing" for taking the time to highlight erroneous approaches in my writing and to offer invaluable advice. Some of that advice actually managed to penetrate my thick skull and, I should only hope, helped create a better story this time. Harsh teachers offer the best lessons in life and that really shows that they care.
Finally, as always, this story is dedicated to my wife who never ceases to inspire deep feelings within my heart. Without her constant encouragement I would never have finished this.
Chapter 1
(Abigail)
"Can anyone tell me what our field of study is? What is it that we do within the realm of international relations?"
It was the start of yet another academic year. Abigail stood with her back to the wall, laser pointer in one hand, power point remote in the other. This was her second year as a lecturer and this was the first time that she would teach the introductory course in international relations theory. She wasn't really nervous; Abigail had that rare gift in public speaking where her speech would naturally flow from her mouth. It's just that a first time is always just that; a first time full of unknowns. And thus with the amphitheater filled with young students, Abi decided to turn the tables and ask the questions instead.
Silence filled the room. "Anyone? I mean, consider. A doctor studies medicine? We study international relations, what are we?"
"Masochists" came a voice from the upper benches and the class broke down in raucous laughter.
"I should hope not. We are the doctors of the world, people. We diagnose problems between the key actors of the global system and we try to interpret and solve them. Now, what is the token with which the actors barter in this system? Anyone? What is the currency being used?"
A ginger haired girl from the middle rows shyly raised her hand. "Yes miss...would you be so kind and give us your full name as well please?"
"Emma Sorensen. It is power."
"Very good Miss Sorensen! And could you give us a notion of what power means to you? What do you perceive as power?"
"I would say that power is what enables an entity to force or cajole another into actions that it finds desirable."
"Excellent! Full marks Miss Sorensen! People write this down, I couldn't have said it better myself."
As Abigail looked towards her once more, Emma blushed and lowered her head. Then, as Emma raised her eyes Abigail felt a jolt of electricity coursing through her spine. Inexplicably she was lost in those gray-green misty pools of beauty just like a deer gets caught in a car's headlight.
Ummm...Abigail...ABIGAIL!! You're staring at her! In front of a whole classroom! Oh but...she's...she's just so...so painfully beautiful! And why is my heart beating so fast? Why has my stomach twisted in knots? And um...hmmm...skin is starting to feel all hot!
In the end, the low-key rumble of whispering going on awoke her from her trance. Regaining her composure she pushed on with her presentation. Now however, her lecture felt like breaking trail in deep snow. For some reason she had to mentally push herself not to stare towards the gray-green eyed distraction that had completely caught her off-guard.
Thankfully, the bell came to everyone's relief and rescue. "Now remember people: we shall be examining excerpts from Thucydides' Peloponnesian War. I fully expect you to familiarize yourselves with his work. I am particularly interested in the Melian dialogues and I shall be asking you all at random next time. Your answers will be noted and may or may not count towards your final grade." The last sentence was greeted with audible groans and grumbles from her audience which made her inwardly smile; students were always going to be students no matter what. It hadn't been that long ago since she would have expressed exactly the same sentiments as this new crop.
Then her eye caught the redhead from the middle row as she was making her way towards the exit and without really thinking...
"Miss Sorensen...Could you please stay for a minute?"
The green-eyed beauty turned and looked questioningly towards her as if asking a silent "me?"
No,no,no,NO! This is a mistake Abigail! Why are you doing this? Why did you ask her to stay? You're just asking for trouble missy, that's what you're doing here. Well, now that she's coming towards you, I'd very much like to see how you're going to extricate yourself out of this mess.
"Yes you...may I have a word please?"
Emma exchanged a few quick words with her friend before making her way towards the center stage. As Abigail lifted her gaze from the lectern their eyes once more met, only this time the distance was much too close. Dangerously close, was the last conscious thought Abigail made before she lost herself once more.
Emma blushed but didn't avert her gaze. Abigail stared into those eyes unable to move a limb.
For Christ's sake Abigail! Get a friggin' grip...get a hold of yourself!
But when those green eyes gazed at her, Abigail was at a complete loss for words. She was strikingly beautiful this girl. Ginger colored wavy hair framed her alabaster face; a cute dusting of freckles served to heighten her cheekbones and nose. A healthy set of pink-red lips completed the dazzling ensemble.
A soft cough brought her back to reality. "You asked to see me ma'am."
"Oh...errr...yes...yes indeed...and please do leave that ma'am stuff aside...it makes me feel so old."
Emma flashed her a warm smile.
Just great! A fantastic smile on top of everything else. Oh and genius level intellect apparently. What is it that they say? The brain is the biggest sex organ of them all? Abigaaaaaaaail...get a griiiiippp...this is SO wrong! She's your student! This can't be happening! And YOU missy are in a committed relationship! Well...one that may be going down the toilet but still...
Abigail once again seemed lost in her thoughts. Emma's smile reappeared as she slightly coughed once more. "Are you alright Miss O'Donnell?"