SO CLOSE TO HIM

**Rebecca’s story**

The next morning, I honestly thought Dominic was going to leave. The empty space next to me in bed made me think so, but the trail of his scent and the sound of the coffee machine were enough to convince me to take a shower and go spend some more time with him. I loved the sheets we made love in. They still have the imprint of our need for each other, the passion that consumed us last night.
A shiver ran through me, thinking of the way he adored me, the way he laid each kiss so gentle yet so passionate. Dominic was the kind of man who gave his all, body and soul, not to mention his heart. In our intimate closeness, I felt it all at once.
The water was warm, so I spent a few minutes longer than I had expected, indulging myself. Dominic was still waiting for me. I’d forgotten why I’d come here, who I’d come to. I came here with such a clear mission. But everything had been taken care of. The local authorities were probably already dealing with those concerned. Now it was time for me and the man I had grown to love desperately. Nothing was more important than him and me and this magical place called Bali, a place I would never forget in my life, a place that revived me and made me whole again.
When I looked at my bedside clock, I realized I wasn’t as late as I thought I was. More like twenty minutes. The aroma of coffee mesmerized me and led me to the open terrace where Dominic was waiting.
I stayed a little hidden behind the curtain and admired him. He was so beautiful, so perfect, and he was mine. I still found it hard to believe that we had waited so long to really be together.
“Good morning, sunshine!” And just when I thought I could stay hidden some more, Dominic spotted me and fixed his gaze on me. He moved closer and, without warning, pressed his lips to mine in a passionate kiss.
I responded to his kiss immediately and arched up the length of his body, which was again hardening. The tension was rising and I could feel him wanting me again. It was impossible to resist, so I gave in.
I lost my fingers in his dark hair and pulled him deeper into me. He moaned hoarsely as I led the kiss into something more ardent.
He got the hint and slammed me against the wall, spreading my thighs. Instinctively, I glued on his waist, opening myself even wider. I could feel his erect penis pushing through my silk panties. Almost immediately he ripped off my underwear and through the bulge of his pants he pulled out his hard cock, thrusting into me intensely, every second harder.
It was insanely good and screaming his name as we both came at the same time. And we stopped with bated, ragged breaths, holding each other’ hungry gazes. “You are incredibly beautiful and desirable. How in God’s name can I help myself when I see you?”
“You don’t have to,” I replied, trying to calm my heartbeat.
His smile has taken on a thousand meanings.
“Okay, then. I’ll take that as an invitation. But first I want us to see the surroundings. What do you say? I hear Bali’s lovely this time of year.”
“Sounds to me like you made a plan.”
“Oh, and what a plan.”
We probably ate within ten minutes and, if I was honest, I was already getting to know Dominic. Something was on his mind. We rented a car and after a half hour drive, we arrived at what appeared to be a private beach.
“I hope we’re not transferring someone’s property” I was concerned about the lightness with which he stepped on the soft sand. In front of me, there was an incredibly beautiful cottage.
I couldn’t contain my emotions and my steps carried me close to the entrance.
“Just my own, baby!”
Now that was a surprise. I barely took my eyes off the house so I could face Dominic. He had that twinkle in his eyes again. This house was his, and I was just now finding out.
“You mean you own this house?” I immediately felt my voice sound surprised, maybe even more than I expected.
“And if I said yes, would that change anything between us?” His fear of sounding like a lie amused me.
“Of course not. I’m just surprised. I would never have thought you had a house in Bali,” I continued in a hilarious tone, even displaying a wry smile.
“Good, then let’s go in. You’ll like it” And he was right. Suddenly, he lifted me up in his arms and crossed the threshold.
The house had an elegant air mixed with a much different casualness than normal. There were windows everywhere and the ocean breeze was blowing in the curtains hanging all over the house. It was in perfect harmony with the atmosphere here in Bali. “Let me make you some lemonade. You’ll feel better.”
“Who told you I wasn’t feeling well?” The truth was that it felt hot, and a lemonade was like a heavenly gift. It just took him two steps to be next to me.
“I can tell you’re...hot” His voice sounded deep, thick and very close to my ear. Tens of shivers ran through my body and in my mind, I was already plotting an outcome. But not this time. Certainly, my response was going to freak him out.
“I’m sure there’s more to see in Bali than your naked, horny body.” There was no way to intimidate this man. In one move, he twisted me around just as I turned my back on him and slammed me hard against his chest.
“Let’s see how you handle this” And he crushed his lips on mine into a mad kiss. I could barely breathe, but I was feeding off his air.
This man made the ground slip out from under my feet, but I held on to him, leaving my body ravaged in a way I had never experienced before. I moaned a few times, wanting more, but Dominic turned off the fire that was burning me painfully. But not in a brutal way, but in a way that I was already missing. “That’s all for now, my beautiful. And yes, there really are wonderful things to see in Bali. So, let’s stop wasting time and make the most of the fact that it’s still early.”
“Okay, I’ll leave it up to you. Although...”
“Yes, I know what you would have liked,” he immediately continued my thoughts and coming close to my ear, his whispers brought shivers throughout my body. “Rest assured, I’m crazy to have you every second, too. I promise the time will come when you won’t get out of bed anytime soon”
His seductive smile has awakened my craving for him again. Or maybe it would never end. It was something essential, without which I had no air, something I couldn’t live without.
“So, what do you propose, my dear?”
“It’ll be a surprise, baby. But first, let me spoil you with the best coffee around.”
“Another one?”
“I need you as sober as possible,” he laughed softly, pulling my shoulders beside him. Even such innocent closeness made me wince in a not-so-normal way.
I didn’t even know how time passed as I found myself on the dock, close to the cottage Dominic owned. I immediately realized why we had come here and although my life was full of adventures, I had never done this one before. So, for the first time, my heart was pounding in my chest. Dominic caught my lost look as I watched the calm waves of the ocean. “I take it this is your first time underwater?”
“You could say that...” I replied, even more lost.
“Don’t worry, they’re not sharks” His comment drew an almost forced smile from me.
“Hmm, wonderful way to encourage me” But his frantic and wonderful laugh had exactly the effect I had been expecting for several minutes. My heartbeat was getting back to normal.
After more than an hour, we were still standing in line, ready to get our diving suits. It was a challenge to put them on. We got help from the friendly locals hired to do it all. In no time, we were underwater and waving our hands so we could understand each other. The underwater world was amazing. Banks of tiny, multicolored fish swam as if they were dancing next to us. It surprised me when I saw a catfish approaching and even more surprised when I saw Dominic motioning with his hands for me to touch it. I nodded in denial, swimming back. He then reached over and led me to the catfish. I held my breath and touched it. So did he. It was a pleasant thrill. The catfish was gentle, but soon swam away from us.
We remained underwater for an hour. The magical world under the ocean will haunt me for a long time. Removing the suits was just as difficult as putting them on. But again, we got some help.
“From the look on your face, I see you liked what you just experienced.” Dominic finally spoke as we walked back into the house.
“Yes, I can say it was a wonderful experience!”
“And now I bet you’re hungry.”
“I’m starving, actually”
And as my wishes were becoming commands for him, as soon as we arrived, before we each took a shower, Dominic ordered food.
It was a veritable symphony of colors and flavors. But at this point, it didn’t matter what it was. That’s how hungry I was.
We spent the rest of the day hiding from the hot rays of the sun, in the comfort of his home, immersed in love. He made me his again and again until we both collapsed, exhausted, next to each other.
“My queen, it’s time to take a breath of air, otherwise guaranteed, by tomorrow you won’t be able to walk.” His grimaces with so many meanings sent shivers down my spine.
“What exactly did you have in mind?”
He held out his hand and together we walked out onto the terrace. It was still hot, but the heat had eased a little. We both watched mesmerized as the sun hid in the distance, leaving red trails in its path.
“Marry me, Rebecca!”