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50...60...70...I watched closely as the speedometer slowly rose. We were weaving in between cars and different lanes. Mom sat in the passenger seat with her hands in her lap. She hadn't spoken a word since we peeled out of the parking lot of the hotel. I wanted to talk to her and get her to open up, but I knew that she needed time. The instant she read the text from Dad her face was nothing but terror. She had no color left in it and she was visibly trembling.
I kept driving down the interstate. I had no clue where we were going. I suppose I was leaving it in the hands of fate. All I knew is that we had to find somewhere to go. Going to another hotel wasn't an option and going back home certainly wasn't an option. My eyes remained on the road as I made the occasional glance over at mom. I softly placed my hand on her thigh trying to calm her and reassure her that I was there. She immediately flinched and a nervous lump formed in my throat.
"Ummm...Mom, please talk to me and tell me what's going on inside that head. What are you thinking?"
From the corner of my eye I could see her glance in my direction and then a soft sigh escaped her lips. "I'm sorry, Honey, I'm just scared and nervous and don't know what to do."
There was a tremble in her voice and I could tell that she was on the verge of tears. Honestly, I was surprised that she hadn't already broken down.
"Sweetheart, there are just so many things going on inside my head right now that I can't think straight. I can't stop thinking about your father and I can't stop thinking about what we did last night."
That was when she really lost it and the tears began to flow as her face became red and splotchy. My mind couldn't stop thinking. It was spinning out of control. "Is she upset about what happened last night? Is she afraid of Dad? Worst of all, is she afraid of me?" My stomach began to churn and tumble at the thought of me being the cause of her tears. I was supposed to protect her and not make her cry.
I just kept driving trying not to show the turmoil inside me on my face. I knew that she needed me to be the strong one right now. I didn't know where I was going and I was just driving down the highway aimlessly.
"Look Mom, we need to think of something to do. We need somewhere to go. Where would you feel most comfortable?"
Mom opened the glove box and pulled out a napkin. She softly wiped her eyes and then her nose. I could tell that she was trying to speak, but the words wouldn't come. Eventually she was able to talk to me. "My sisters, we can go see my sister Emily. She'll take us in."
I didn't really know my aunt Emily. I had met her a few times growing up, but Dad never really approved of anyone on her side of the family. I never knew why and had always thought it best not to ask. I knew that Mom and aunt Emily were only a couple of years apart in age and that I had a cousin, but that's about it.
"Mom, do you even know where she lives," I asked curiously. I was confused and honestly kinda surprised.
Through the occasional sniffle Mom was able to respond. "Yes, Sweetie. Her and I have kept in touch over the years secretly. She never liked your Dad even a little bit and has been trying to get me away for years now. I'm sorry that I kept this a secret from you."
This sudden revelation had me in shock. I had no clue that Mom was keeping secrets from Dad. I couldn't believe that she hadn't told me, but at the same time I understood. I placed my hand on her thigh again. This time she didn't flinch. I gave it a light squeeze just letting her know that I was there. It was an unspoken communication that just told her that I would always be there for her.
The drive seemed forever. The fact that Mom barely spoke only made matters worse. The tension would continue to build with each passing awkward silence. Any time I tried talking with her I only received one or two word answers. I knew that she was upset and scared and I tried not to take it personally. I really wanted to discuss last night, but I knew that now wasn't the time. I didn't want to push her or pressure her or cause her any more stress.
In between thoughts of Dad all I could think about was Mom and our experience. I could still feel her warm and soft hand wrapped around my shaft. I could still hear her moans echoing in my head. The memory of the smell of her sex only turned me on. My pants were beginning to tent and my heart was racing. The more I thought about it the hornier I got. My palms were sweating and my grip on the steering wheel was causing my knuckles to turn white. About an hour later I turned slightly towards Mom.
"Look, Mom, we need to talk about last night. I know you have a lot on your mind, but so do I. We can't sweep this under the rug."
Mom nodded her head and softly stated that she knew, but that she didn't know how to approach the subject. It was apparent that the butterflies in her stomach were going crazy, but at least she wasn't crying anymore.