Love in the Dust: A Cowboy's Second Chance with a City Girl

In a long time

I lay there, breathless and utterly spent for the first time in a very long time. The heaviness of his weight on me feels quite comforting. He gently strokes my back his hand a soothing balm to the lingering tension on my body.

I still revel in the aftershocks of pleasure. His fingers trail down my spine. I lean into him a shiver runs down my back.

"Did you enjoy that, baby?" he murmurs low and gravelly but somehow it still holds a dominant edge but now it was laced with tenderness.

I nod still too overwhelmed with sensation to form words. My heart races as I process what just happened the way that he made me feel utterly owned, yet cherished.

I see him lift himself slightly but only just enough to meet my gaze. "Look at me," he says softly as he brushes a few strands of hair from my face. My hair no doubt messy from what just happened. "I need to hear you say it."

"I actually really enjoyed it," I somehow manage to say my voice soft and barely above a whisper laced with both obvious vulnerability and satisfaction.

A satisfied grin instantly spreads across his handsome face . "That's my girl. You're absolutely perfect, you know that?" He says as he leans down and captures my lips in a soft kiss.

He pulls back and I notice that his expression is serious now. "I want you to know that I'm not going anywhere
Margaret . You're not just a passing fling for me. You're something special to me, I haven't felt this way in a very long time. I just wanted to seal any thoughts or doubts you might have.

The sincerity in his tone sends an undeniable warmth through my chest almost instantly. "I feel the same," I admit.

He takes my hand and locks our fingers and I feel his thumb brush over my knuckles. "Good. Because I intend to keep you close, Margaret. I want to explore every part of you both inside and out. All the good and the bad, And I won't rush it, I promise. Whatever you want we will do."

I smile at his words as they slowly settle over me. I know that I'm ready for whatever comes next between us. I've never felt this way about anyone before; the thrill of it all both terrifies and excites me. Having someone go through my mind like this is exhilarating.

As what would happen if they didn't work out?

"Just remember beautiful," he says as his tone turns slightly playful, "I'm still in charge here ." Though I could still tell he was still slightly serious. His eyes lustful and dark.

I chuckle softly and roll my eyes at his confidence. "I think I can handle that," I reply with a smirk as I tease him. With an eye roll.

His grin seems to widen and that same possessive hunger starts to returns to his beautiful eyes. "Oh, baby, you have no idea what you're in for."

He tsk me for a moment his eyes roaming my body.

With that he leans in again and kisses my lips again the action sends butterflies in my stomach.

Moments later, we pull apart, his fingers still pocked with mine. I can feel his heartbeat against my palm the rhythm made my nerves more calm.

"Can we just stay like this for a while?" I ask quitely as I rest my head against his chest.

"Absolutely," he replies as he pulls me closer. "I could stay like this forever if you let me."

"Would you like me to take you back home or do you want to sleep in the camping tent I carry in my truck ?"

"I guess we can sleep in the tent if you want to." I explain.

"That's not what I asked babygirl but I'll take it." He says with a chuckle as he quickly gets dressed and starts setting up the tent while I get dressed.

"How are you feeling?"I ask him just as he asked me.

He turns around and his eyes meet mine with a softness that makes my heart start to flutter. "Perfect," he replies low and smooth. "But I think if you wanted to talk about what just happened we could, you know, just to make sure you are good."

I nod as I appreciate his thoughtfulness . "Yeah, I'd like that."

He takes a deep breath and his hand holds my hand tightly. "I want you to know that everything we just shared means a lot to me. I care about you, and I need to make sure you're okay. How are you feeling?"

His concern instantly warms me, and I smile at him softly. "I feel amazing, honestly. A little overwhelmed is all, but in the best way possible. It was everything I hoped for and more."

He chuckles softly and noticeable relief washes over his features and then a small smile tugs on his lips. "I'm glad to hear that. I want you to know that I'm here for you.. for .. well..whatever you need. Aftercare is important, you know?"

"Aftercare?" I repeat to him.

"Yeah," he explains as he brushes his thumb over my knuckles again. "It's just about making sure you feel good, safe, and cherished after something like that. It can be physical or emotional; I just want to make sure you have what you need to feel that way."

I nod . "I think I'd like to just stay close for a bit, maybe talk more about everything."

"Of course," he replies as he shifts to pull me closer against his side and He wraps an arm around my shoulders. I lay my head against his chest.

"What else do you need?" he asks, his voice gentle.

I bite my lip. "maybe something to drink? I'm a bit thirsty."

"I can take care of that, baby," he says as he leans down to place a tender kiss on my forehead. "I can even make us a snack if you're hungry."

He reaches in the cooler and grabs two waters handing one to me and drinking the other.

"Wow, a chef too?" I tease arching a brow at him then. I smile up at him with playfulness. Drinking the water slowly.

He grins back at me and shakes his head in amused the playful look in his eyes seems to return and low chuckle leaves his lips. "Just consider me your personal assistant for the night beautiful."

As we both sit up and drink the water.

I take a long sip, savoring the cool liquid. "Thank you," I say as I feel refreshed.