Penny for your thoughts

It's unusually peaceful for a morning in New York City. Light streams through the windows, revealing a pair of lovers tangled in an embrace beneath white silken sheets. Their eyes are closed but the slow caress they give each other, suggests they are blissfully awake.

"Last night was magical," Leyla whispers.

"That's one word for it. We passed out-- 4 times."

Lauren grins as memories of last night flash in her head. A sudden urge prompts her to kiss Leyla.

"You planned all of that didn't you?" Lauren asked.

"I couldn't just sit still you know. I got really creative the past 3 years." The mischievous smile on Leyla's face says it all, but Lauren had other plans before they indulged themselves again.

"God, you're such a sex fiend! At least let me have breakfast with you first." 

Leyla raises her brow unamused by Lauren's protest. She inches close to take Lauren's lips until she's made her lover's breathing shallow.

"Alright, let's get cleaned up" Leyla's eyes subconsciously smoldered.

"I know that look! You know what? You go take a shower first."

"Okay, okay, but I'd like a treat later." Leyla jumps up and walks toward the shower, stark naked. She turns to take a glimpse making sure that Lauren's eyes are trained on her.

Before Leyla enters the bathroom, she noticed the towel hanging off the rack inside. She purposely tugs on the towel causing it to drop on the floor. She bends over to pick it up and gives her lover a little show before asking "Are you sure you don't want to join me?"

The answer to her question is the sound of footsteps growing closer behind her. Lauren grabs her exposed ass and wraps her other arm around her waist to knead her breasts from behind. Leyla can feel her breathing against her neck and ears. She didn't expect such roughness. It causes her a bit of a panic but she can't get enough of the thrill.

"You're really pushing my buttons, naughty girl." Lauren pinches her captive's nipple and slaps her ass at the same time. A startled yelp comes out of Leyla's mouth.

"Now, I'm gonna give you exactly what you deserve." Lauren continues, gliding her fingers on Leyla's slit. She sucks on her inciter's neck before she spins her around and pushes her into the shower.

For a few hours, you hear Lauren's commanding voice and Leyla's moans and pleads as she savors exactly what she asked for.

Leyla emerges from the bathroom, giddy with a wry smile. While Lauren takes a minute, Leyla borrows a t-shirt and jeans from Lauren's closet and then  lays down on the couch.

She closes her eyes for a moment to remember the time she's shared with Lauren and reflect on everything that happened last night.

Leyla

I know there were flaws and uncertainties with the plan, but I can't stop smiling.

I haven't felt this good-- this happy, in so long.

Now, I know we have to talk properly about all this and there's a lot to catch up on.

What does this all mean? Where are we heading? What do we want to know of the things that happened during our time apart? What changed over the past 3 years?

Even if these will all be tough conversations, I know we've gone through enough to survive anything. I never knew a love quite like this.

We've worked so hard in our own ways to give each other our hearts.

I won't give this up, and I know she won't either.

 As Leyla takes a few more minutes to mull around in her head. Lauren gives room for herself to think as she gets dressed.

Lauren

I was so wrong about what she wanted. I've been so stuck in my misery just like who I used to be. I always thought that part of me will stay because I know what I feel for Leyla is real.

I tainted our relationship and she saved it.

She brought me the peace I never gave myself.

I felt like I didn't deserve her after hurting her, even when it was clear she never held it against me.

I punished myself equal to what I thought I actually deserved. Little did I know, I was punishing her too.

There's a lot to apologize for, to express my thanks for, and to discuss.

I know she's forgiven me or never even thought of what I'm thinking or doing as a burden.

She's just that kind of person.

I'm lucky to have met her, been with her, and loved her.

And with this way that she's loved me, I can finally say goodbye to who I used to be.

This is the happiest I've ever been with her and myself.

I have my own direction. I feel stronger and wiser.

She never gave up on us, and this time, I never will; not in my mind nor my heart.

As Lauren rounds the corner to where Leyla is, her heart beats faster. She sees her beloved waiting patiently for her on the couch. Their eyes lock, and at that moment, their hearts and minds converge to a single thought.

I love you with everything I've got.