Fate || BENNIFER

Desire

Jennifer's P.O.V

The sound of buzzing broke through the hum of conversation in the office, causing me to glance down at my phone. We had been deep in a discussion to try and select the songs that would make it onto the highly anticipated new album, each member was passionately advocating for their favorite tracks.

I discreetly unlocked my phone and opened the picture Ben had sent. Time seemed to slow down as my eyes widened, my breath catching in my throat. The image that greeted me was unexpected, to say the least. It was a nude picture, a very hot one, showcasing his sculpted physique and leaving very little to the imagination.

I quickly glanced around the room. My team members were engrossed in their own discussions, completely unaware of the private message I had received. My mind momentarily drifted from the task at hand. I bit my lower lip, a mix of desire and distraction washing over me. The image had caught me off guard, igniting a fire within me that was difficult to ignore. And the truth is that it had been far too long since the last time.

My heart raced in my chest as I struggled to regain my composure. My mind wandered, the discussion in the room becoming a distant hum. My thoughts were consumed by the image on my phone. I couldn't help but imagine the feel of his skin, the taste of his lips.

I shook my head, attempting to clear my mind and refocus. It wasn't the time or place for such distractions. As the meeting continued, I forced myself to engage in the discussion, providing input when necessary. Time seemed to crawl while my mind drifted to the picture every now and then.

Finally, the meeting concluded, and I discreetly slipped my phone back into my pocket. I thanked my team for their input, promising to carefully consider their suggestions. With a smile plastered on my face, I made my way towards the exit, eager to get home.

I settled into the back seat of the car, my eyes darting to the clock on the dashboard every few minutes. The drive seemed to stretch on forever. When the car came to a halt, I unbuckled my seatbelt and practically leapt out of the vehicle.

Pushing the door open, I stepped into the half-empty house. The once familiar space now was cluttered with stacked boxes and furniture wrapped in protective covering, waiting to be transported to our new place. Our children were with my mother for the day. It was a deliberate decision, meant to shield them from the chaos and confusion that comes with moving.

As I walked further into the house, my mind shifted to a different kind of longing. A mischievous smile played on my lips as I remembered the picture Ben had sent earlier. I craved his touch, the warmth of his body against mine.

Among the cardboard and tape, there was a blanket spread on the floor, the boxes encircled it, offering a sense of privacy. As my eyes fell upon the blanket and my imagination ran wild, a smile tugged at the corners of my lips.

Suddenly, I felt his hands wrap around my waist from behind, his touch sending shivers down my spine. His warm breath caressed my neck as he leaned in, placing gentle kisses along its curve. A giggle escaped my lips, a pure and joyful sound that echoed through the room.

Turning around to face him, I met his eyes, brimming with affection and desire. Our bodies drew together, our lips met in a tender, passionate kiss. He took my hand, leading me to the makeshift bed before we lowered to the floor. He held me close, his arms wrapped firmly around me as our bodies melded together.

He undid the buttons of my blouse, with each delicate caress removing my clothes, piece by piece, his touch both tender and deliberate.

He placed a gentle hand on my ankle and started to slowly slide up my calf. Looking at me with his brown eyes, he leaned down and placed soft but lingering kisses. He dragged his fingertips along my leg. I moaned softly and closed my eyes at the sensation of his touch. A small smile played across my lips as I heard a deep sigh escape from his lips.

"It's been so long." I whispered.

"Too long." His hands cupped my face and brought me into a deep and alluring kiss.

First it was our time apart, then the arrival of our baby. But even though it had felt like an eternity, our bodies still moved in sync, only more fervently for the yearning that had been building up beneath the surface.

Our bodies pressed together heatedly against the blanket, each touch, each kiss was electric. In that moment, on the floor of the empty living room, we said goodbye to my old house, welcoming the new beginning.