Familiar in the Darkness | +18 | TEXTING

07 | Traces of the Past and Sexual Tension

Noah's previous message kept playing in my mind. "Maybe it's all just a game until someone makes you want to play for keeps." There was something in those words, something that pulled me in deeper, something that made me want to know him better. I wanted to learn more about his past, what he had been through, and his love life. This was starting to become more than just a game; I genuinely wanted to get to know Noah.

As I wrote my next message to him, I decided to be bolder. I was eager to uncover his past, to solve this mystery.

Emma: "You know, Noah, you've got me curious. You mentioned you've been close to love... What happened? Why didn't it work out?"

After sending the message, my heart started racing. I didn't know if this question would make him uncomfortable, but I wanted to understand what lay behind Noah's mysterious demeanor. A reply didn't come right away, and the wait made me even more anxious.

Finally, my phone buzzed, and I opened the message.

Noah: "Let's just say, I've learned that love isn't always enough. Sometimes, no matter how much you care about someone, things just don't align. Life gets in the way, people change... or maybe they never were who you thought they were."

Noah's words hit me deeply. This was a reflection of a disappointment he had experienced. The fact that he spoke so profoundly showed that he, too, had been wounded by something. But these wounds hadn't made him completely closed off; on the contrary, there was still so much to explore in this mysterious man's inner world.

Emma: "That sounds... tough. It's hard when you realize someone isn't who you thought they were. But maybe that's why we keep searching, right? Hoping to find someone who's the real deal."

Talking about this with him not only allowed me to get to know him better but also strengthened the bond between us. Noah's past disappointments revealed how complex and deep he was. After a short wait, my phone buzzed again.

Noah: "Yeah, you're right. But it's not just about finding someone real. It's about being willing to let them in, to trust again. That's the hardest part, isn't it? Letting someone see the real you, flaws and all."

This message made me think. What Noah was talking about wasn't just about getting to know others; it was also about opening up yourself. The fact that he was being so honest made our conversation even more serious. On one hand, I was getting to know him better, and on the other, I was curious about what lay beneath this emotional depth.

Emma: "It is hard. But maybe that's what makes it worth it, you know? When you finally find that person who sees all of you and still wants to stay."

I wondered what he would think about this. This conversation was much more than just flirting between us. I knew he felt the same way, but he was hesitant to express it. After a while, my phone buzzed again.

Noah: "You're a lot more insightful than I expected, Emma. It's refreshing. Most people just skim the surface, but you... you dig deep."

As I read his message, a smile spread across my face. I liked that Noah described me this way. But as I thought about the direction of this conversation, I decided to take the next step. Our connection was going beyond physical attraction, but that attraction was also becoming more apparent.

Emma: "Well, I guess I've always been the type to go beneath the surface. There's more to people than what meets the eye. And I've got to say, your profile picture... you've got layers, Noah."

After sending the message, I wondered what he would think about this. Noah's gym photo, showcasing his muscular body, reflected the physical attraction I felt towards him. But expressing this attraction would further heighten the sexual tension between us. My phone buzzed shortly after.

Noah: "Ah, so you've been checking out my photos? Can't say I blame you. But I wonder... what else are you curious about?"

His message was just as bold as I had expected. Noah, as always, played with his words, drawing me in even more. But this time, things were getting a bit more serious. This attraction between us was no longer just about words. I wanted to understand what he was thinking, what he was feeling, but at the same time, I wanted this game to continue.

Emma: "Let's just say I'm curious about a lot of things. But I think you already know that."

When my phone buzzed again, I eagerly opened the message.

Noah: "Do I? Well, let me ask you this... What's the most exciting thing you've ever done with someone you were really into?"

This question took me by surprise. Noah was taking our conversation to a new level. The intent behind this question was clear; it was to intensify the attraction between us, to increase the sexual tension. The fact that he dared to ask such a bold question also gave me courage. But as I thought about how to answer, my heart started to race. Talking about this with him might be more exciting than I had imagined.

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