Degrees of Desire (gxg, txs)

chapter twenty

-Diana

18+

I sat against the couch as Isabella and I watched the movie. She had her head on my lap as my fingers ran through her hair. I couldn't pay much attention to the movie when there was this beautiful sight in front of me.

Her semi-wet hair was sprawled out against my lap and her perfect eyes focused on the TV. I didn't care about the movie. How could I? Especially when she was here in my arms.

The entire day had been perfect. It was even better than I had planned. I was very glad that Isabella appreciated nature as much as I did. It was a huge part of who I was.

It was my escape from reality other than my books and writing. When things became hard for me, I always managed to find myself somewhere connecting with nature.

Isabella's bubbling personality was so refreshing. She encouraged me to do things I would have never considered doing on my own. She brought positive energy and enthusiasm into my life. I would have never imagined myself running into the lake and swimming at such times.

We had began to connect in a way I hadn't experienced in so long. My relationship with Andrew was fake from the start. I never felt anything romantic towards him. This was the first time I've felt like this in such a long time. It was exhilarating.

The movie finished and she immediately turned her head to face the ceiling, still on my lap. I ran my fingers across her cheek, caressing her soft skin.

"Are you sleepy?" She asked quietly.

I looked at the time, it was already quite late, yet I still didn't feel tired.

"Not really, sweetheart. Are you?"

"Not really." She whispered. "I had so much fun today. Thank you for everything."

"You're welcome. I'm glad you did." I smiled and left a soft kiss on her forehead.

She sat up and turned to face me. She moved closer and looked down at my lips. Even in the dim light that came from the TV still being on, I could see how dilated her eyes were. You could see the desire spilling from her eyes. Those beautiful green eyes.

I guided her to sit onto my lap. I let my hands sit at her hips. She leaned forward and placed her forehead onto mine for a second. I could see her biting her lip, eager to taste mine.

I decided to make the first move and connected my lips with her soft ones. She moaned softly at the action which made my fingers slightly dig into her skin. Her heavenly sounds made me want so much more.

Her tongue surprised me when it entered my mouth. Her hands slowly began to tangle themselves with my hair. The feeling of her hands running through my hair made my stomach flip.

Our breathing became much more erratic and the kiss was no longer innocent. It was fueled with desire and need. A need I desperately wanted to fulfill for her but had restricted myself from.

Her hands began to explore my neck and shoulders. Her touch sent a shiver down my spine and raised the hairs on my skin.

I tried to pull away letting her know that we should stop there, but she pulled me closer.

"Darling, maybe we should stop." I whispered in between kisses.

"No. Please." She begged softly, keeping her arms around my neck.

"I want you to be sure that this is what you want." I responded softly, letting her know that it was all up to her. No matter her response, I would be very understanding.