Chapter 8

8:00 PM

As planned, the limousine stopped in front of the Black Shelter. The young woman had not returned since her encounter with Jim, since the little "incident". She had not wanted to think about it, but that night, if he had not intervened, she did not know what could have happened. Sophie shuddered at this horrible thought. The hands of those disgusting men... Their laughter... Their breaths heavy with alcohol... Suddenly, the door opened and someone took a seat beside her, pulling her out of her waking nightmare.

"My beauty, what's wrong? You look terrified," Jim stood next to her, one hand on her thigh and the other on her cheek, looking worried with furrowed eyebrows.

"Oh, it's okay. I was just thinking about what could have happened the night we met, in that bar... with those men." Sophie's voice was weak, her obvious fear not escaping the handsome brunet. He took her in his arms, planting a light kiss on her forehead.

"I'm here, doll. No one can touch you. You are mine, and no one touches what is mine." A possessive smile formed on his lips. Sophie looked up at him with desire.

No more complaining. The Game had just begun.

- I'm lucky to be yours.

"Exactly!" Jim wasted no time and captured his lover's lips. In a passionate embrace, he pulled her closer to him and deepened their kiss. The car started moving.

Between kisses, Sophie, who was very excited and curious, asked, "Where are we going?"

"A little patience, my beautiful. A little patience..." He did not give her time to reply, placing a hand over her mouth and the other firmly holding her waist. His lips descended on her neck and towards her cleavage. Moans of pleasure emanated from the beautiful brunette's mouth. She loved feeling his lips on her body! This contact electrified her body every time.

- I can't wait to see what you've prepared for me. This dress hides way too many interesting things, to my taste.

The car stopped.

"We're here." Jim stopped his kisses and opened the door. He extended his hand to Sophie, inviting her to follow him. The young student did not need to be asked twice and hurried out of the vehicle. Her lover gave some instructions to the driver, who left them alone at last.

Sophie took the time to observe the place they were in. Ironically, it was where Henry had dumped her. Great! But why had Jim brought her here? It was a very pretty little corner, but there was only the forest and the lake.

"Follow me." The beautiful brunette's sweet, warm voice pulled her out of her reverie. He extended his hand, and she slipped her smaller one into his big, warm hand. Impure images crossed her mind. They walked for a few minutes, passing the lake and finally ending up in a pretty clearing, lit only by the moon. It was beautiful.

In the center, several quilts formed a cozy space. There were candles arranged all around. There was also dinner: bread, wine, cold chicken, and fruits. Sophie began to think that all of this was very romantic. She had butterflies in her stomach, and it wasn't due to any sexual excitement.

- So, do you like it?

- Jim, it's... Magnificent. I love it!

- I'm glad you like it. I wanted this evening to be special," Jim looked really invested. "Oh, why is that?

"I know it's where that idiot Jenkins dumped you." Sophie didn't say anything. It had only been a month since Henry had broken her heart. Although she was crazy about Jim, that memory was still very present. Not noticing her distress, Jim continued, "It's been a month since we met, and I wanted to celebrate that." Jim invited her to sit next to him and handed her a glass of wine to toast. "To our meeting!

To our meeting." Sophie was very touched by all of this. But also very troubled. She had been trying to hide it from herself for several days, but she had feelings for Jim. She couldn't deny it. And tonight, everything was so romantic. Jim wasn't like that though. It disturbed Sophie a lot. The young woman thought she should talk to him about it. But not right away. She didn't know how he would react and she didn't want to ruin everything.

They ate and laughed heartily at anecdotes, getting to know each other by telling personal stories about each other. Sophie learned that Jim had a 15-year-old younger brother. They had lost their parents when they were very young and had lived with their uncle until Jim could take over their father's gang. Today, he lived in his own apartment. His brother was still with his uncle, and given his activities, it was better that way. Since then, he had been able to count on his best friend Michael, who was like a brother to him.

Sophie felt so good by Jim's side. She felt protected. Alive and so much like a woman. It only took one meeting, one look, and mutual attraction to change her life. With him, she felt so good. The young woman looked at Jim, who continued to talk about this and that without stopping, apparently the alcohol had slightly gone to his head. He was so handsome. So sexy, almost unreal. That a man like him had taken an interest in her was completely crazy.

What luck," she thought. "This evening is perfect for the moment. It needs to continue like this." While Jim was still fully engrossed in his explanations, he didn't immediately notice the wandering hands of the gorgeous young woman who was there. When his body reacted to Sophie's caresses, he abruptly stopped speaking and looked at her. The pretty brunette took advantage of this to seize his lips with passion and throw herself onto him. They soon found themselves on the ground, with Sophie on top, a greedy look in her eyes.

"Wow. Sophie, you're assertive and I like that," Jim said. Sophie didn't want to talk anymore. Enough chatter, more action. She eagerly grabbed her lover's lips again, and they remained there for long minutes kissing passionately. "You're so beautiful," Jim said between kisses. "Now, my dear, you're going to let me have my way. I want us to have a little fun." "Anything you want, sir," Sophie replied. Without waiting any longer, Jim turned her over to be on top of her. "Take off that dress that's hiding the object of my desires," the handsome brunette said authoritatively. Sophie complied without delay and soon found herself in a small outfit.

"That's what I wanted. You're so sexy. I really want to fuck you right here," he said. Oh yes! She was dying to feel him inside her. "But first, you're going to pleasure me," Jim said. He moved away to proudly display his penis and place it in front of his lover's mouth. "If you give me enough pleasure, I may consent to prolonging my penetration." Sophie, all excited, complied. She was on all fours sucking her lover with a passion that even Jim didn't know she had. He found her so exciting in this position. Her outfit perfectly showcased her beautiful body.

As pleasure mounted in him, the gang leader began to stroke his lover through the light fabric of her body. He drew circles from her back to her buttocks, gripping them firmly. He even gave her a few slaps that elicited small cries from Sophie. It's fair to say that he wasn't holding back either.

"Do you like that, my beauty?" he asked. The young student nodded in confirmation. Jim let out a small satisfied laugh and lowered his hand to his lover's private parts. He started by caressing her gently, but feeling himself coming, he didn't wait a second longer and penetrated her. One, two, three fingers. She was warm and wet. She was ready for him: perfect.

"Stop. I won't last long. I want to take you now," Jim withdrew from Sophie's mouth and gently laid her on the blankets. She didn't have to plead with him to quickly be inside her, all of him. The young woman let out a sigh of contentment. It felt so good to feel him inside her, completely. To be filled by the man she loved.

It was at that moment that Sophie realized she was in love with Jim. What made her heart beat when she saw him was this: love. That's why his expert caresses weren't just delicious, but wonderful in her eyes. She loved him.

Sophie gently pulled Jim towards her and gave him a tender kiss. To her surprise, he didn't try to dominate her. He responded with just as much tenderness. Soon, the couple came together in intense pleasure.

"That was... insane," Jim held the pretty brunette tightly in his arms. He stroked her head tenderly, his eyes fixed on the starry sky.

"Yes, I agree. More than usual. Well, it was more tender than usual," Sophie wanted to confess her feelings to him. She thought this was certainly the right time. The place, the context, the way Jim behaved with her. It was the right time, yes. Jim didn't answer her. He had his eyes closed, his breathing still uneven from their lovemaking.

"You're different."

Making this kind of comment would certainly get his full attention. While waiting for his response, he turned to Sophie. Bingo!

"How so?" His tone was neutral on the surface. But she could clearly see a form of worry in the depths of his eyes.

"Tonight... It was different. You were different from the other times. I feel like our relationship has evolved." Now the young woman had Jim 's full attention. So she continued, "I know you're not like that... I mean, romantic and all that... But tonight, I feel like we crossed a threshold. I don't know about you... But for me, that's the case."

Her voice was very weak when she spoke these last words. She was terrified that he wouldn't feel the same way. The young man's look was not very encouraging. She hadn't expected him to jump for joy, but she would have hoped that the tense air he was displaying would dissipate with her revelation. On the contrary.

- I appreciate you very much, Jim. Well... The truth is, I really love you very much.

There, it was said.

Nobody spoke. A feeling of discomfort had settled in the couple. Jim got up slightly and then opened his mouth but thought better of it. He began to get dressed.

- What... What are you doing?

Sophie was really surprised. He was leaving... really?

- I'm leaving, Sophie. I don't want to have this conversation.

- But why?

Tears were starting to well up in her eyes.

- Because! That's why!

Jim had just shouted. He was really angry. He was avoiding Sophie 's gaze. He didn't want to face all of this.

- I didn't want this, exactly. We said no feelings. We just have fun.

- You said no feelings... You, not me!

- You knew what you were getting into.

- I fell in love with you. What's wrong with that??

The young woman was now in tears.

- I'm going to call the driver. He'll take you home.

- No, please...

- It's an order.

His tone was harsh. He didn't look at her.

Sophie didn't say anything when they returned to where the driver had dropped them off. She didn't say anything on the way back either. She didn't say anything when she got back to her apartment. She ended up crying on her bed. She had messed up everything! But what did she expect? What an idiot! she thought sadly. Jim wasn't the kind of guy to love. He was lonely and independent. She could have continued to have sex with him quietly, but no...

Jim could have reacted differently. He could have understood. And why all of this? All this staging? This candlelit dinner in the middle of nature. All of this for sex? No, she couldn't believe it. Jim had seemed to love her too. Sophie was lost and sad. Sad but also angry. Angry with herself and angry with him.

She took a quick shower and went to bed. But it was impossible to find sleep. She thought back to what had just happened. She couldn't brood over it. Not like with Henry. Speaking of him, she had a plan.