“You will not hurt me, I trust you. I need this as much as you do, your blood also calls to me, my love,” she whispered as she leaned her face into his chest to inhale his scent. In that moment, a strange feeling swept over her. She looked up to Ethan again then her eyes slid to his neck and the slow pulse that was beating there. Reflexively, she licked her lips and was shocked to feels the sharpened points of her somewhat elongated canines as her tongue moved back into her mouth. Normally it was something that she would have questioned, but basic need and instinct had taken over and before she knew what she was doing she struck, biting down on his peck just above his nipple.
Ethan growled with surprise and pleasure as he felt her sharp teeth penetrate his skin. She took several small pulls on his blood before she reared back, exposing her blood covered fangs to him.
“I, I’m sorry,” she stuttered as she looked down at the wound she had inflicted.
Whatever hope he had of remaining in control was lost when he smelled the scent of his own blood in the air and looked into her eyes full of hunger and desire.
In a millisecond, he had her pinned to the bed, the stalk of his hardness pressed firmly between her wet folds as he greedily ran his tongue up the side of her neck, summoning her vein to the surface before he struck hard and deep.
She felt no pain, only intense mind-blowing pleasure despite his roughness, as he drank down her sweet essence.
Instinctively, she spread her legs wider and wrapped them around his pulling him towards her with her feet. She moved her hips up trying to move him and his throbbing cock where she needed it. With the beast in control, he didn’t need much guidance and pushed his full length inside her in one smooth motion, causing her to scream out his name as an orgasm immediately ripped through her body.
Before the waves of her climax had subsided, she grabbed his arm and pulled his wrist to her mouth, biting down hard as he continued to drink from her neck.
The instant his blood hit her tongue, they were both washed with sensation, every feeling, every movement, every touch, every emotion felt as the other. Alexa could feel how good her soft skin felt to him, how warm and tight she was around his cock, how much he loved and wanted her at the same time he could feel his weight on her, the fullness she felt with him inside her, the taste of his blood on her tongue.
As they fell over the edge together, there was no way to know whose body the climax originated with, both feeling it as their own and as each other’s, making it the most exquisite pleasure of their lives.
Alexa released his wrist, relaxing back into the bed and he pulled away from her neck, swiping his tongue over the marks from his fangs then repeating the action on his wrist before settling there on top of her, propping himself up on his elbows as he gazed into her eyes.
They remained like that in silence for several minutes, just staring into each other’s eyes. There was no need to speak, they could feel everything through the bond they had just consummated.
When Ethan finally rolled off of Alexa, he pulled her into his arms and kissed her hair as she laid her head on his chest, listening to his slow steady heartbeat. They stayed there, each feeling complete, whole for the first time in their lives, as they drifted off into a deep, tranquil sleep.
✧
Alexa awoke to the sun shining in through the open blinds of the window off to her right. She didn’t need to glance to the left to know Ethan wasn’t in bed next to her. She could feel the cool touch of wood on her feet, the handle of the frying pan he was holding on her hand, and smell the delicious scent of eggs and bacon that he was cooking in the kitchen.
She wrapped the ivory satin sheet around her naked body and hopped out of bed, taking a moment to look down through the glass panel at the school of brightly colored fish swimming by through the brilliantly blue crystal clear water.
She could feel Ethan’s smile as he realized she was awake and coming to join him for breakfast.
Wow, this bond is amazing! She thought as she exited the bedroom. Stopping at the doorway to the state of the art kitchen, she leaned against the frame to take in the view of Ethan standing at the counter, gloriously naked as he plated the food he had cooked.
Without turning around he said, “Good morning, Mrs. Kellar. I was hoping to bring you breakfast in bed, but it appears you are too impatient for that.”
“Well, I am very sorry to have ruined the surprise, in only one night I have learned to adore surprises. This place is amazing!”
“And you have not even seen the beach, corazón,” he said as he turned towards the table and placed two full plates down. “Though, with you looking so fetching, I may not be able to let you out of the house to enjoy it.” He rushed to her, wrapped his arms around her waist and placed a kiss on her forehead. “I missed you.”
“You always say that, but how could you miss me when we’re in the same house and you can feel everything I do?” She said smiling brightly at him. “Will it always be like this?”
“I always say it because it is what I feel every moment you are not with me. The bond will be as you desire it, with time you will learn to block some of the sensations. Not that I am saying I will ever let you out of my sight now that I have you,” he leaned down and kissed her neck where he had bitten her making her touch her fingers to her lips as she felt the softness of her own skin beneath them, “but if we are apart, it would be distracting to experience everything so intensely. My parents have been bonded for many years and they have assured me they only feel each other when they wish.”
“That’s good to know,” she said pulling his wrist up to her mouth and placing a gentle kiss there, as he had done to her to her neck. The action reminded her of something she wanted to ask. She ran her tongue over her teeth before saying, “Last night, I had fangs, how is that possible with the repression spell still intact?”
“I was wondering that as well, but I was not in any position to have a discussion about it at the time. Seeing you like that, I do not believe I have ever witnessed anything sexier.” He leaned down and softly kissed her lips. “It seems that a small part of your true nature was called forward by our bonding.”
She smiled up at him, “My father assured me that the witch will lift the spell when we return, so you’re going to get to see me like that a lot.”
“I cannot wait. Perhaps we should eat before I get too hungry for something else,” he said with a mischievous grin. “You are going to need to keep your strength up for this week.”
She flashed him a wicked little smile, stepped back out of his embrace, and dropped the sheet, “What could you be hungry for other than food?” she challenged playfully as she stood before him completely naked.
He immediately scooped her up and sat her on the countertop, stepping forward between her thighs and slanting his full lips over hers in a hungry kiss.
“I suppose the food will have to wait,” he husked as he pressed his erection against her already wet opening. She reached out to wrap her arms around him and pull him towards her, but he stepped back out of her reach causing her lip to come out in a little pout. “I said I was hungry,” he dropped to his knees in front of her, lining him up perfectly with what he was craving, “so I am going to eat until I get my fill.”
She could feel his warm breath on her most sensitive skin causing her to close her eyes and lean back on her elbows.
“No, open your eyes, I want you to watch,” he whispered sending a shiver down her spine which he felt down his own back.
When she tilted her head forward and opened her eyes, Ethan pushed her thighs further apart with his hands and swiped his tongue up the length of her sex. She moaned loudly and started to close her eyes again, but caught herself and kept them trained on him as he continued to caress her with his tongue.
It was such an amazing sensation for Ethan, feeling everything that he was doing to her and seeing the sheer pleasure in her eyes. As he felt her orgasm start to build, he knew it was going to take every ounce of self-con
trol he possessed not to fall over the edge himself.
When the first waves of her climax were imminent, Ethan concentrated on blocking some of the sensation while he continued his skillful ministrations, knowing that was his only hope of holding back. With her eyes still focused on Ethan, Alexa cried out his name loudly as her body trembled with the exquisite orgasm.
Before the last waves of Alexa’s pleasure receded, Ethan stood and positioned his hips between her quivering thighs, gripping his thick stalk at the base and rubbing it slowly up and down her wet folds as she moaned in approval. He began to push inside her at an achingly slow pace, wanting to savor every shared sensation. Once he was buried to the hilt, he repeated the delicious torture by pulling out just as slowly. They continued that way for several minutes, making love slowly and reveling in the intense ecstasy of the blood bond before it became too much and they called out each other’s name as they found release.
✧
After eating a cold breakfast, they took very quick, separate showers, despite Ethan’s protests, because Alexa was eager to get outside and enjoy the island.
They spent the morning on their private beach sunbathing and swimming, which led to a rather intense splash fight. Ethan’s speed gave him an unfair advantage, which Alexa pointed out repeatedly, pretending to be annoyed and demanding that he make it up to her. Naturally, the only way for him to atone for the injustice was to make love to her in the water.
When they were both starting to feel hungry, the dressed and headed into town to try Tippy’s, a local restaurant their driver had recommended.
Ethan looked at Alexa across the table as she popped a piece of coconut shrimp into her mouth from the plate they were sharing. “Te amo, Alexa. In my long life, there was not a single moment before I met you in which I felt even a fraction of the happiness you have given me. I wish that I could go back, that I-,” Alexa quickly leaned over the table and placed a coconut flavored kiss on his lips before he could finish.
Sitting back in her chair she said, “I love you too, but no more regrets, okay? I don’t want to waste any more time reliving the past or worrying about the future. I just want to be here with you, to enjoy the moments as they happen.” She gestured all around, “I mean look at where we are, this place is absolute paradise!”
He flashed her a bright smile, sexy dimples included. “You are amazing, Alexa.”
She smiled back, “Only because that’s how you make me feel.”
They finished their meals of fresh seared ahi tuna and roasted lobster tail, both of which they split since Alexa couldn’t decide which she wanted to order, and spent the next few hours exploring the local communities and shops. They picked up a few souvenirs for Chloe, a shell necklace and bracelet, and a stuffed bear wearing a Bahamas t-shirt. Considering the rate of her growth, they decided against trying to buy her any clothing while they were away.
When they finally returned to the villa, they were just in time to sit out on the sand and watch the glorious sunset on the water. They went inside and immediately set-up the iPad, which Ethan had purchased right before they left, for the FaceTime call they had planned with Chloe. She was spending the first half of their trip with Alexa’s parents, the second half would be spent back with Ethan’s.
As the flat device sat on the bed and began to ring, Alexa felt excited, not only to see Chloe, but to see her parents as well. Of course she was cherishing every moment away with Ethan, but she couldn’t help but look forward to spending more time getting to know them. After all, they had over twenty years to catch up on.
It was Rebecca who answered the call, smiling broadly as she greeted them. “I can already see that you two have gotten some sun, are you having a nice time?”
“It is really amazing here, the weather has been perfect so far, and yes, we’re having an amazing time!” Alexa responded. “How has Chloe been, can we see her? I am missing her like crazy!”
“Of course, just a moment while I go try and steal her away from her doting grandpa,” she joked. A few moments later Chloe popped into view on the screen, her hair already looking thicker and longer and her face slightly thinner, less like a baby and more like a young child.
“Hi Mommy, Daddy!” She squealed excitedly. “I play granpa!”
“Hi, sweet baby,” Alexa and Ethan responded in unison. “You look so big,” Alexa continued. “Are you having fun with grandma and grandpa?”
“Uh huh. Mommy, I go hide. Bye!” Chloe blurted as she shot out of view.
“Bye baby, we love you,” Alexa yelled hoping she could still hear her.
“I believe I’m being summoned to join the game,” Rebecca said as she popped back into view. “Don’t worry about Chloe, she is amazing and we are enjoying every minute with her. Just enjoy the break and each other and we’ll talk to you tomorrow. I love you both.”
And with that the call ended.
“I can’t believe how different she already looks,” Alexa said with a touch of sadness in her voice, “but she seems to be having a blast.”
“Do not worry, Amor. She is being well taken care of and though I know you fear it, she will not be all grown up by the time we get home,” he half teased. “Now I think we should take your mother’s advice and get to work enjoying each other,” he said huskily as he crawled towards her across the bed, his eyes locked on her full lips.
She pulled the bottom one between her teeth, and her feelings of sadness evaporated as her gorgeous mate covered her body and captured her mouth in slow, tender kiss.
CHAPTER 26 - A Change In Plans
The next few days passed in similar fashion, with them relaxing, enjoying the beautiful weather and sampling the local cuisine. Of course, they were newlyweds, so a large chunk of their time was dedicated to exploring their new bond while making love, which had occurred on practically every surface inside the large villa, and quite a few outside as well.
On the second day, they went out on jet skis that Ethan had arranged to rent and spent a good amount of time with a curious pod of wild dolphins. They were even able to touch a couple of brave members of the pod that swam around them when they stopped and hopped into the water. The experience was pure joy for Alexa who was so fond of the aquatic creatures.
Late one night, after making love in the soft glow of candlelight, Alexa laid with her head on Ethan’s chest listening to his steady heart beat as she traced the intricate pattern of his tattoo with her fingertips, following the same path she had made with her tongue only moments before. Noticing a strange movement in the color, she sat up and turned on the lamp that sat on the table next to the bed.
She looked at the markings on his chest more closely, then said to Ethan with confusion, “That’s weird, look at your tattoo. It’s like the color is fading or something.”
Ethan sat up and looked down, seeing that, in fact, the color was fading rapidly from the bottom of the design on his side and working up towards his chest.
He jumped up off the bed and slid on a pair of shorts before grabbing his cell phone from the dresser. “Something is wrong,” was all he said as he rapidly tapped the screen dialing his father. After several rings the call went to voicemail. He hung up and tried his mother.
“What is it?” Alexa said, her voice laced with panic.
“I cannot be certain, but it is as if the spell is lifting, there are only two ways that could happen,” he stated with difficulty as he tried to swallow the panic and sadness that were rising in his chest. Alexa’s hand shot to her mouth as she gasped.
Just then his mother picked up, her strained voice filling the room through the speakerphone, “Ethan, are you and Alexa all right?”
“Yes, but my tattoo, the color just faded out, as if the spell was lifted.”
“Oh, mi hijo, I am so sorry, I thought,” she sobbed loudly before continuing, “I thought there would be more time. Your father and Barb returned to the clinic. He thought it would be safe now since he had taken all of Chloe’s records before Lucias
’ men came. They just wanted to talk to the staff, further explain his retirement and sign some papers to transfer the ownership of the practice to the new doctor and nurses. They were both so fond of everyone there, they just wanted to say goodbye,” she sobbed again, “but they were watching, waiting, I just had a vision of your father.”
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