Ancient Flames (GP TVD-TO)

Chapter 2

Alexandra's mansion: Alexandra PoV

I'm roused from my sleep by fingers gently being drawn on my chest, and feeling the sun from my large windows warming my skin. Opening my eyes, I'm met with the sight of a dishevelled looking Jenna smiling gently at me. "I didn't know whether you wanted me out before you woke up, so I decided to stay. Hope that's alright" Looking at her, I can't help but reciprocate her smile. "It's absolutely fine Jen, I'm not the type of person to throw a lover out on their arse first thing in the morning. Are you in a rush, or do you have time for a shower and something to eat?" I can't help but chuckle at her genuine look of surprise, but then I can't blame her. Not many would offer their one-night stand a shower and breakfast. After a second's consideration, she gives me a shy smile with a nod. "If you really don't mind, that would be great. Although you'll have to carry me, no way I'm able to walk yet." Chuckling I pick her up in bride style, as I pad towards my ensuite bathroom. Looking around at the luxury, it's obvious that Jenna is surprised. "I knew you were loaded based on your car, but I really didn't expect this. To be honest, I was so caught up in the moment last night that I never really got a chance to notice it."

"Yeah I'm not surprised, we were both quite occupied last night. And while I don't like to brag all too much about it, I suppose living in the lap of luxury like this is the benefit of having obscenely loaded parents." As I enter the bathroom, I enter the shower stall and gently place her on one of the built-in marble seats. Looking up at me shyly, I can tell she's got something on her mind but I'm not going to push her to talk. "Close your eyes for me luv, I'm about to turn on the water." She does as I ask, as I turn on the rainshower above us before taking her into my arms again this time in a standing position. I can tell she's relaxed based on the way she's leaning into me, and as she sighs when the warm water properly runs down her body, I can tell that this is what she needed. While I helped clean her body, she finally decided to talk about what she was thinking about. "What was this?" Her voice is low, and for a second I dare even say it was vulnerable. Sighing, I can't help but want to reassure her. "This was whatever you wanted it to be Jenna. I had a good time last night at the grill, and definitely an even better night after we left. And while I'm not opposed to it being something more than a hook-up, I want you to make that decision with all the information regarding how I see relationships."

Clearing my throat a little awkwardly, I point back to the seat as I place her in my lap with her face towards me "Close your eyes while I wash your hair, and I'll explain it to you luv." Grabbing my expensive custom made shampoo with spearmint and ginger scent, I start to gently wash her hair. "I won't sugarcoat who I am, and I'm proud about being polyamorous. Being polyamorous means I engage in multiple romantic and sexual relationships at the same time, but it's important to understand that that doesn't mean I love any one person more or less than any other one. All of my partners matter to me equally, but I also never expect my partners to commit to solely me at any one time. Every partner I've had has willingly and by their own desire chosen to commit to just me, but it would be both hypocritical and selfish of me to demand that of them, so I simply don't. So if you don't desire this sort of relationship, then you're absolutely free to leave today leaving this as a passionate and fantastic hook-up."

After washing out the soap, I start to gently apply conditioner to her hair as she lifts her head to look at me. "But if you're truly interested in something more, then I would absolutely agree to see where this goes, and you'd be free to choose whether you'd only commit to me, or if you want to see other people as well." I start to massage her shoulders while the conditioner sits, and allow her to just lean against me and enjoy it, while she thinks through the situation. After a few minutes, I carefully washed her hair clean again. Carrying her out of the shower I sit her on the sink, as I grab a dry towel for both of us, helping her dry off after I've dried myself. "If you're not feeling like wearing your old clothes, you're welcome to take some of mine. I'll make sure yours is washed and delivered to you, as soon as it's ready again." Clearly deep in thought, she simply gives me a slow nod, which I take as confirmation to carry her into my walk-in closet.