Between Us

Chapter 17 : Sweet Escapes

As I stood at the edge of the lake, the cool night air brushing against my skin, I couldn't take my eyes off Engfa. Her silhouette, illuminated by the moonlight, was nothing short of breathtaking. She stood there, completely naked, with an aura of carefree confidence that I found both bewildering and exhilarating. The whole situation felt surreal-dining and dashing from a restaurant, now here in the middle of the night, with the stars as our only witnesses. It was something I had never done before, something I had never even considered. Yet, deep down, I was loving every moment of it. For once, I felt alive and free, unburdened by the weight of my family's expectations or the pressures of my studies.

I hesitated for a long moment, my heart pounding in my chest. This was madness, but it was a madness I was willing to embrace. I took a deep breath and stepped closer to the water's edge. Glancing around to ensure we were truly alone, I began to undress. My dress fell to the ground, and I instinctively covered my chest and my most intimate parts with my hands. The cold air sent shivers down my spine as I inched towards the water. I knew this was crazy, but I wanted to do it-I needed to do it.

The first touch of the water was a shock to my system, the chill biting at my skin. I waded in slowly, feeling the cold embrace of the lake envelop me. Engfa watched me with that playful smile, her eyes sparkling with mischief. The water reached up to our chests, concealing our bodies in the darkness.

"You're insane," I called out to her, my voice trembling slightly from the cold. "Look at what you're making me do."

She laughed, the sound echoing across the still water. "Sometimes, you need a little insanity to feel alive."

I couldn't help but smile at her words. She had a way of making everything seem less daunting, more adventurous. As I drew closer, I felt her warm hands encircle my waist. Her touch was gentle, yet it sent a surge of warmth through my body, contrasting sharply with the cold water. I decided then and there to stop questioning everything and just let go.

Engfa brushed a strand of hair behind my ear, her fingers lingering on my skin. She leaned in and whispered, "I want to kiss you."

I shivered at her words, my heart racing. "No," I whispered, shaking my head. "This is a bad idea."

Her eyes softened, and she cupped my cheek with one hand. "Sometimes the best things come from the worst ideas," she murmured, her voice gentle and reassuring. Slowly, she closed the distance between us, her gaze fixed on my lips. She brushed them softly, teasingly, before pressing her mouth to mine in a delicate kiss.

Her lips were warm and soft, contrasting with the cold water around us. She kissed me slowly at first, giving me time to respond. As I leaned into her, our kiss deepened, becoming more passionate and fervent. Despite the chill of the lake, heat surged through my body, making me forget the world around us.

Engfa continued to kiss me as we moved towards the shore, our lips never parting. When we reached the grass, I lay back, pulling her down with me. She positioned herself above me, her kisses trailing down to my neck. I closed my eyes, surrendering to the sensations that engulfed me. Nothing else mattered in that moment-just us, the night, and the stars above.

Her hand glided down my thigh, her touch hesitant and unsure. I smiled to myself, appreciating her careful approach. Gently, I guided her hand to where I wanted her, urging her on with another kiss. Engfa hesitated, surprise flickering in her eyes, but I pressed my hand over hers, encouraging her.

Our kiss deepened, becoming more fervent as her fingers explored me. The pleasure was overwhelming, causing my back to arch and my eyes to squeeze shut. I lost myself in the sensation, the world around us fading into oblivion.