My Prison Pen Pal

Chapter 14

Warning, this chapter is a little smutty!

The day of my birthday, everything falls into place work-wise. A few nurses from the local hospital's emergency ward are transferring over for the week, which lets me get off early for my birthday. Earlier this week, I decided that it would actually be more work to host a party, so I decided I wanted to go out to a bar with the ladies and Braden. I think it was the right decision, I am tired after work today. When my shift is over, I hop into the car and head home.

As soon as I arrive at the apartment, I hop in the shower, scrubbing myself with my lavender vanilla body wash. I am applying some vanilla lotion in my towel when the doorbell rings. Michelle and Kiera are taking Rufus on a walk before we are gone for the night, so it is up to me to get the door. Quickly, I change into my satin robe, and pull open the apartment door. Standing behind it is gorgeous Braden. Dressed in a black henley top and dark jeans, he is looking absolutely seductive. Braden takes one look at my robe and smirks, stepping into the apartment.

"Happy birthday Lucy!"

I giggle and loop my arms around his broad shoulders, cuddling my wet hair into his chest.

"You're here early! I am not ready yet and Michelle and Kiera aren't home yet."

I say, pulling back from his arms to look up at him. Braden leans down to press a kiss on my cheek and murmurs in my ear,

"I know baby, I just wanted to see you before we go out on your special day. I also have a gift for you."

Braden caresses the tips of my wet hair with his fingers and I sigh.

"That sounds nice. I still have to get ready, but you could sit on my bed and we can talk while I primp?"

I invite. He smiles widely and kisses my forehead.

"I would love that. I've never seen your room before!"

Braden says as he holds my hand and follows me over to my bedroom.

"Well, welcome then! Sorry it's a little messy, I just got out of the shower when you knocked."

He looks around, taking in every detail.

"Lucy, your room is so nice. I love all your pictures on the walls. Is this you and Kiera in college?"

He asks, pointing to a framed photo of Kiera and I sitting on my nightstand. I nod. Braden looks at the other photo sitting on my nightstand as well.

"Are these your parents? I remember you saying you lost them."

"Yes, a few years ago in a car wreck. That photo is one of the last times we were together."

He runs his hands through my hair and pulls me into a comforting hug. We stay there for a few seconds, just taking in the feeling of each other. Something about Braden's hugs make me feel so protected and loved. I could stay in his embrace forever. Pulling back, Braden whispers to me,

"Lucy, if you ever need to talk or let your feelings out, know that I would love to be there for you."

I smile at him.

"Thank you. I really appreciate that."

Braden gives me one last kiss on the cheek and I pull away from him.

"Okay Mister! You are distracting me, I need to get ready."

Walking to my vanity, I plop down on the stool and pull out my moisturizer. I rub it all over my face and start my makeup. Behind me, I see Braden sitting on my bed and staring at me through the mirror. His sexy eyes are so tempting, I love the way he looks at me. I swallow. Braden's eyes scan down my body and settle on my breasts that peak out from the top of my soft silk robe. He lingers there for a few seconds, biting his lips, and sitting forward over his knees. That stance is so intense and sensual, I pause my makeup and turn to look at him. Breathless, I ask,