"THE NEXT MORNING"

I woke up the next day, finding Marius absent from my side. But instead of feeling uneasy, I was more preoccupied with the ache between my thighs as I attempted to move. Afterward, a sweet and meaningful smile formed on my lips.

Rather than getting up, I chose to remain lying down for a moment. I reached for the pillow Marius had used and hugged it tightly. I inhaled deeply, savoring his lingering scent. I was in that state when I heard the door creak open. Even though I knew exactly who it was, my heart still raced due to the sudden rush of nervousness.

"Good morning, beautiful," Marius greeted me cheerfully as he entered with a tray of food.

"Good morning," I quickly replied. I maintained my smile as I pulled the blanket up to cover the upper part of my body.

"Breakfast in bed?" he asked, noticing I was okay now, and he placed the tray in front of me.

A cup of coffee, toasted bread, fried eggs, bacon, ham, and a few slices of cut fruit were laid out. I knew that such a breakfast wasn't new to me. But in those moments, I suddenly felt ravenous. Perhaps it was because of all the delicious but also exhilarating activities Marius and I engaged in last night.

"And you?" I asked after picking up the cup to take a sip of coffee.

He shrugged. "I'm done. Sorry, I didn't wait for you. I also didn't want to wake you up, especially since you were sleeping so soundly. I know you must have been exhausted last night and—"

"Hey," I interjected, feeling the intense heat spreading across my face.

I saw Marius open his mouth to speak, but he halted any words he was about to say due to a series of knocks on the door.

"Just a moment," he said with a smile as he stood up.

I let Marius go and continued with my breakfast instead. I spread butter on my toast when he returned, holding a bouquet of red roses.

"What's this for?" I asked as he handed me the bouquet.

Marius shrugged his shoulders before he spoke. "I know you haven't answered me yet, but I've wanted to give you something like this for a long time."

His words, as well as the gentle tone of his voice, touched my heart. However, despite what he said, I couldn't help but let out a soft laugh. Something that seemed to surprise him. I could see it register on his face.

"Isn't it enough that I've given you my virginity? Or do you really need to hear me say that I'm answering you?" I asked with a playful smile.

If I were only dreaming, I wouldn't know. But I saw Marius' dark eyes twinkle at my words, and I couldn't deny the rush of emotions that surged through my heart.

"Really? Am I your girlfriend now? Officially?" he asked in quick succession.

I nodded in succession as well. "Yes, officially, I'm your girlfriend, Engr. Marius dela Vega." I emphasized my words.

Almost immediately after saying that, Marius gently held my face, his touch swift. Then he kissed me fervently on the lips. I hadn't been prepared for that kiss, so I was taken aback by its intensity.

"Come on, finish your meal," he said, his eyes gleaming as he gazed at my face.

I nodded and followed his advice, trying my best to finish eating, even though it wasn't easy due to the nervousness I was feeling. Marius was watching me, and that made me feel uncomfortable.

After I finished eating, he moved to take the tray in front of me. He kissed me again, and this time, the kiss lingered.

"I'll just go out for a moment. Take a shower so I can drive you home. Or do you want to stay here a bit longer?"

At Marius' last meaningful question, I blushed instantly. And because he was looking at me, I couldn't hide it from him.

"Why are you blushing?" Marius asked me in a tone that sent shivers down my spine.

I instinctively bit my lower lip and then shook my head slightly. When Marius leaned in to kiss me, I didn't resist. Instead, I embraced his affection wholeheartedly, responding to the fervor ignited by his lips. After he pulled away from the kiss, I smiled sweetly at him.

"I'm going to take a shower. Could you drive me home so I can prepare lunch for us later?" I replied to his question, adjusting the blanket that was wrapped around me.

I noticed Marius' eyes light up at my words. As a result, I couldn't deny the sudden surge of warmth in my heart.

"Really? You'll cook lunch for me? I mean, for us?" he asked.

"Yeah, why don't you want me to?" I playfully countered.

Marius chuckled softly and lightly pinched my left cheek.

"Of course, I want you to," he replied. "Okay, go take your shower, and I'll just step out for a moment."

As he spoke, his eyes were sparkling with delight, and the touch of his fingers on my cheek ignited a gentle, tingling sensation within me.

*****

It wasn't easy for me to move due to the discomfort in my lower body. However, my lips curled into a smile when I noticed the red mark on Marius' bedsheet. In my thoughts and my heart, I held no regrets about giving him my virginity.

The water that the shower released was warm and soothing against my skin. I hadn't been in there for long when I heard the bathroom door open. In tandem with a sharp intake of breath, I quickly turned my head, startled. Given that I knew who it was, my heart pounded automatically from nervousness.

"Can I join you?" Marius' voice inquired as he peeled off each layer of his clothing.

He's asking while undressing!

That was the internal shout of the other part of your mind.

I couldn't respond; instead, I just stood there, watching every movement Marius made until he approached me. He joined me under the shower, and along with the contact of our naked bodies, he captured my lips in a searing kiss. It was this that further dissolved my sense of self.

"I love you, Sam," he whispered as he pushed me gently against the tiled wall of the bathroom.

Gasping for air, I opened my mouth to speak. "I love you too," I managed to reply.

Marius simply smiled and kissed me again. I felt my knees weaken despite being braced against the bathroom wall. But amidst it all, I didn't give in.

I was secretly thrilled at the thought.

"We just finished last night, Marius," I murmured as he released my lips and began placing kisses along my neck.

Marius paused his actions and locked his gaze on my eyes.

"Just to make you feel the pleasure even more," he answered.

His warm breath tingled my face, and his tone of speech and even his words sent shivers down my spine.

"What do you mean?"

That's what I asked, even though I already knew what he meant.

Marius responded with a smile to my question. Then he kissed me once more. At that point, I lost my ability to control my thoughts and my body.

*****

In a standing position, Marius skillfully ignited the sensations within me. Even in those moments, it was only my lips that he kissed. A suppressed moan escaped my lips, a result of Marius' gentle squeeze on both my breasts as well as the playful touch of his fingers at their tips.

The pleasure and warmth I felt were intensified by Marius as he ventured lower, his hand traveling between my thighs. He applied careful pressure, squeezing gently. Then he released my lips for a moment, perhaps allowing me to catch my breath or maybe wanting to hear the sounds I was emitting.

"Ohhhhh…"

The effect of Marius' renewed pressure on my femininity coursed through my throat. As if that wasn't enough for him, he repeated the action, keeping his gaze on my face and watching my reactions.

I didn't withhold this from Marius. I knew he'd enjoy witnessing the effect of the delight he was bestowing upon me. So, like him, I was generous in providing him satisfaction. I didn't regret that, especially after hearing his words.

"Oh, Sam. To hear those sexy moans from you is quite satisfying."

I sensed the desire in the tone of his speech. I could also see it in his eyes as I looked up to meet his gaze.

"You are so good. Mmmmnnn," I responded, holding onto the nape of his neck tightly.

Marius kissed my lips again with a deep passion, and despite the fact that I was once again succumbing to the skilled movements of his experienced mouth and tongue, I still felt the intrusion of his finger into my core. This resulted in me gasping in surprise once more.

As Marius began the rhythm of entering and withdrawing within me, my longing for our connection grew stronger. Just as he mentioned earlier, I truly believed that this time I would be able to fully savor the genuine happiness that would arise from our intimate encounter.

*****

Just as Marius told Sam, he felt like Superman every time he elicited those moans from her. And that's exactly what was happening to him in those moments. This inspired him to elevate his actions even further.

"M-Marius, mmmnnn…"

"Sweetheart, you're so beautiful," he complimented his girlfriend, gazing intently at her face.

Sam had her eyes closed, a clear sign that she was finding immense pleasure in what he was doing. But he wanted to see her eyes as he lavished her body with his attention, bestowing blessings upon every sensitive and private curve of her truly exquisite and perfect form.

"Open your eyes, Sam," he instructed her, his finger continuing its playful exploration of the very place he'd been focusing on.

Marius saw Sam swallow, and despite her apparent struggle to open her eyes, she remained obedient to his desires. Meanwhile, he didn't pause his indulgence in her now thoroughly soaked entrance.

"You are so wet," he informed her, his voice a tender assurance.

Sam's grip on his neck tightened as he conveyed this. In response, another uninhibited moan escaped her, fanning the flames of the heat and desire coursing through him.

"Your breasts are perfect, Sam," he complimented, before he took one of her rosy peaks into his mouth, further igniting the blush that already adorned her skin.

*****

A gentle moan escaped my lips as I felt Marius' warm mouth envelop the tip of my left breast. My breaths came out in rapid succession, each one accompanied by a release of tension that I couldn't deny.

"Ohhhh, this is heaven, Marius," I whispered as I instinctively wrapped one of my legs around his body, securing myself to him. I felt like if I didn't, I might collapse; my knees were growing weak.

Marius didn't respond verbally; instead, he focused intensely on what he was doing. He alternated his attention between both my breasts for a while, and I felt the delicate graze of his teeth, a sensation that I knew would leave marks on my skin.

"Sam, I need you now," he said, his words dripping with desire. The delicious shiver that ran through me was undeniable, especially when I met his gaze as I opened my eyes.

Despite Marius continuing to lavish attention on me and the intimate explorations of his fingers, I nodded and smiled sweetly.

"Okay," I replied, my fingers tracing a gentle path across his handsome face.

An eager anticipation filled me as I saw the beauty of the smile that graced my boyfriend's lips. This anticipation only intensified as he entered me, his rigid form filling me.

"Oooohhhh… Mmmmnnnn…"

I wanted to control the sounds that escaped my lips, but I failed to do so. It wasn't because of any specific reason; it was simply that Marius hadn't given me a reason or opportunity to suppress them.

"Yes, so warm inside you, Sam," he said, lifting me slightly and allowing me to wrap my legs around his waist. My grip tightened around him as he increased the pace of his movements, every thrust sending tremors of pleasure through me.

I could feel Marius' strength with each withdrawal and entry, his rhythm driving me to the edge of ecstasy. Just as he had mentioned earlier, I truly felt the pleasure now. In fact, it seemed like I didn't want to stop anymore.

"Keep going, please," I begged him, following my plea with a delighted sigh. Marius lifted his head, then kissed my lips again with a fervent, unexpected assault that widened my eyes in surprise.

"Ahhhh!" I gasped, struggling to break free from his intense kiss to catch my breath. "Shit! Mmmmnnn… More please!" I demanded again, my desire undeniable.

Marius smiled once more, then buried his face in my neck, delivering forceful and passionate attention to my most intimate places. I couldn't sense even the slightest of pauses or hesitations in his actions. Instead, he quickened his pace, driving me towards a climax that seemed inevitable.

"God! There, please, slow down!" I commanded him again, feeling the warmth of my own essence seeping from within me.

"Sorry, Sam. I can't give you what you're asking for. My desire for you is too strong," Marius replied.

I was left speechless. Instead, a series of moans and heavy breaths were all I could manage. I understood what Marius was saying. So, instead of pushing for my own desires, I let him guide our actions. After all, the intensity of the pleasure he was bestowing upon me was becoming almost inhumanly enjoyable. This realization culminated as I reached the pinnacle of ecstasy.

"I'm close, Sam," Marius whispered to me, biting gently at the lobe of my left ear.

"I am too; I'm about to climax again." I responded.

I wasn't sure if that was all Marius was waiting to hear from me, but between our vulnerable states, the heat of our love and desire for one another intensified. Amidst our nakedness, what we shared went beyond physical pleasure. It was the depth of affection and longing that we both felt for each other.

If any doubts were lingering about my feelings for Marius, they melted away within the heat we shared during those moments. And I knew, without a shadow of a doubt, that I would willingly give my body to him over and over again. Because I loved him. I loved him deeply. And that love overflowed within me as Marius carried me to the other side once more. This time, with him by my side,.