Sweet red wine

When Amy and Manager Wang returned to their cottage, Jose informed them that Jim and Jack had gone to play golf. And Manager Wang excused himself and reported their current status at the headquarters.

It was almost dinner time, and Jim and Jake had yet to return. Manager Wang was sitting in the living room enjoying a drink, watching tv- and checking his phone from time to time. 'Probably checking if there are articles from our spontaneous trip here.'

Amy found herself alone by the balcony when Jose approached her with a cup of coffee.

"Mr. Jim told me you prefer coffee over tea," Jose said gently.

"Thank you, Jose, that's very nice of you, and yes, I prefer coffee over anything except water" Amy smiled.

"Do you want me to prepare the table and chair, ma'am? Jose offered.

"Can you help me set the tub instead? Do you think it will be too cold this time of year?" Amy asked.

"I think the hot tub is a great idea, ma'am. Let me get the tub ready for you and the outdoor fireplace to keep you warm. It might be chilly, but the warmth from the fire should suffice" Jose smiled and started working.

"Are you from here, Jose?" Amy asked.

"No, ma'am, I am an immigrant from Cambodia. I came here to give my family a better life."

"Do they live here? In the Island?" Amy paused "if that's too personal, please ignore my question."

"It's okay, ma'am, I don't mind." Jose smiled. "My wife and my kids live in a small town by Washtencaw County. During the tourist season, I move here and work at the hotel since the pay is better than my regular job in the county."

"You must miss them."

"I do. Very much." Jose smiled at the thought of his family. "But when we're together again, it makes it all worth it."

"How old are your kids?"

"My eldest is 13, Jose Jr," Jose blushed "my second is Carlos, he is 10, and my little Angel Gina- she's 6". Jose paused and continued, "she was diagnosed with a brain tumor two years ago; we went to different doctors, but the cost for the operation is too much, and the location is too far."

Jose's eyes were full of fear and hope. "That is why I decided to work here to earn a little more. I may be away from them now, but when we save enough money for Gina's operation, we will be together and never be away from each other again".

"Everything should be ready now, ma'am. Do you need something else?"

"A glass and bottle of Lambrusco would be great, Jose."

Amy went to change and grabbed a book to read. When she was back on the balcony, she handed Jose a paper.

"Please tell your wife to call this number. She should be talking to a lady named Dr. Maddie and tell her to tell the person on the phone that Amelia Fitzgerald referred her. She should be able to help Gina and your family."

Jose received the paper. Tears gathered around his eyes. "Thank you so much, ma'am, but this is too much."

"Please accept it, Jose; you have been nothing but kind. Please, I insist."

Jose accepted the card and excused himself.

Amy was in the tub. Switching between the wine glass and a book. She needed a distraction. What Jose told her about sacrificing his time being away from his family in hopes that they would be together longer resonated in Amy's heart.

Here she was sad about not being able to go home with Jim while Jose happily sacrifices for his family. 'That kind of love is special,' Amy thought and drank another glass.

She wanted Jim all by herself. She wanted to be able to hold his hand wherever they went. She wanted to enjoy small things like watching a movie or walking down the beach without worrying if they were being photographed or not.

Will she indeed be able to be with an idol? Will she be able to follow the rules and understand Jim all the time? Amy gulped down another glass of wine.

"That's enough," Jim said in a commanding voice. "You barely have wine left on that bottle." He was sitting in the chair across from Amy. His hair is frowzy. He peered at Amy as if he was hurting or holding something back.

"Psht," Amy scowled, her head light from alcohol. "I'm okay."

"Are you really?" He asked in the same monotonous tone. Jim leaned, thinking.

'Something is bothering him,' Amy thought. 'Maybe today's event impacted him as it had on me.' 'But if he is bothered, why did he choose to play golf all day rather than be with?'

Amy rolled her eyes. "When did you get here?" Amy asked as she ignored Jim's question. "Jose told me you went to play golf. You must be tired; get some rest. I'll sleep in the other room tonight".

Jim walked towards Amy, his eyes fixed on her. Amy swallowed.

"Didn't I say that that room will only be used when needed?" Jim's voice is irritated.

"Well… you needed rest. You must be tired" Amy looked away, her voice hoarse. 'fuck, I'm gonna cry, she thought.

"Amy, look at me, dammit," Jim said, placing his long soft hands on Amy's cheeks. "I asked you if you're okay. You must have been shocked by what transpired today. I'm sorry I have to leave you like that." Jim said, his voice soft and gentle.

"I was the one who insisted on coming with you, but now you're the one walking on eggshells because of me." Pain from Jim's words echoed through Amy's heart.

"I was just a little overwhelmed, is all," Amy said, failing to hold back her tears. "When I came back, you were gone; I thought you left, and I felt angry, but then I realized I was being too selfish for wanting you, so I hated myself even more."

"No, it's my fault, Amy. Don't cry, please" Jim kissed Amy.

"I'm sorry," he whispered as he tasted the sweet red wine from Amy's mouth.

Feeling Jim's warm, soft lips, Amy's trouble vanished in thin air. She wrapped Jim by his neck and kissed him in return.

Jim then swooped Amy out of the tub and cradled her up.

"Put me down; others might see us," Amy said embarrassingly.

"I told Jose he could go home early; Jake and Manager Wang went to the restaurant to eat dinner and will be heading to the bar for drinks after.

There's no one here but us" Jim kissed Amy's neck and hurried up to their suite.

After putting Amy down, Jim took off his shirt, exposing his toned chest and eight-pack abs. He lifted Amy's arms, interlocking his fingers with hers, and began kissing every inch of Amy's skin.

"Amy," Jim moaned as he continued kissing down Amy's neck. "Should I stop?" Jim looked at Amy, waiting for her answer.

"No," Amy whispered, "Don't stop," she pleaded. Complying Amy's plea, Jim devoured every inch of her with kisses.

"Mmmm," Jim moaned as he cupped Amy's firm, sizable breast. "Amy," Jim groaned as he sucked them gingerly.

"Ahhh," Amy whimpered as she felt the warmth from Jim's breath, his mouth touching her nipples.

"Jim," Amy gasped as Jim's tongue reached her waist. Just then, Jim effortlessly pulled Amy's undergarments as he unbuckled his pants, exposing his prodigious manhood.

"Amy, I can't stop now," Jim murmured as he pushed himself on Amy. "Mmmmm," Amy groaned as a feeling of desire consumed her. Amy put her legs up, wrapping Jim's behind, and pressed her nails on Jim's muscular back.

Jim moaned and went further into her. "Ahhhh," Amy breathed the words as Jim moved faster and harder, making her body burn with desire.

Overwhelmed by the sensation, Amy put her hands up, exposing every inch of her naked body to Jim, and surrendered as her body convulsed.

"More Amy," Jim pleaded his thrust deeper.

"Ahhh," Amy howled.

"Amy," he moaned as he barged on her three more times before letting go.

Jim rested on top of Amy as his body quivered.

Amy buried herself in his shoulder. "You smell so good," Amy said softly. Jim lifted his head and looked at Amy with burning desire. "Do I?" Jim teased. And so they made love all over again.