T W E N T Y F O U R

Everything around me seemed to stop.

He moved one arm around my waist and pulled me closer to him. He pressed his mouth to mine. His mouth was hard on mine. I felt something melt inside me, "Uhhhhhh, R----yke!", I moan.

All the longings, all the secrets that slept deep within me came awake. Everything was enchanted, everything made sense. I wanted to do this ever since the first time I saw him, I could feel the rapid beat of my heart. It was hammering. It was glorious.

"Ryke, I can't breathe.", and with that he stopped.

" W---hat?". My mouth was dry, my voice hoarse, "It's my first time, and I'm breathless." Then he laughed, "It's okay, baby! I'll help you to get used to it.", I shrugged and laughed with him.