As the water poured over their bodies, the heat between them became a hot, roaring fire, more intense than either of them expected. Raleigh could feel himself become more aroused than he had ever been, and he needed release soon but it wasn’t time yet. It had to be perfect if he would change her mind about him.
He had it all planned out in his head. Tomorrow they would go sight-seeing, have lunch, go horseback riding, then back to the hotel to change for dinner. Hopefully, I can get the Club 1800 to get us a private spot in the back of the restaurant. I need to call them today. He hadn’t been there in a few years but figured the food was better than ever, and the ambiance was perfect. They could take a walk afterward through some of downtown Fayetteville then back to the hotel for cocktails. He would ask the hotel to set up a nice bottle of wine and finger foods on the table in the room. When they got back to the room, the chilled bottle would be waiting along with chocolates, strawberries, grapes, and whipped cream. The bed sheets would be turned down, and the smell of lavender and soft music would fill the room. Tomorrow will be the day she will fall in love with me, and tomorrow will be the day I forget the past and move on with my future, a future with Sam.
Sam could feel Raleigh’s cock as it pressed against her leg. She reached out to touch him and he flinched. She wrapped her fingers around his shaft and began to slowly move her hand up and down, making sure as she squeezed that her fingers rubbed up and over the tip. As her fingers made their second pass up his shaft, he let out a moan and leaned his head on her shoulder.
“Oh, baby, that feels so good,” he said as he braced himself against the wall. Raleigh’s mind went blank as Sam continued to stroke him. The feeling was almost too much for him to bear. He wanted to make love to her right there, but he also wanted her to stop before he came. He wanted to save himself for tomorrow night. Sam knelt down in front of Raleigh, the water pouring down her face. He watched her as she slowly took him in her warm, wet mouth. The pressure he was feeling and the wet smoothness of her mouth almost sent him over the edge. He held himself off and continued to let her take him in. Oh, my God, she is good. Best I have ever had. I want to come so badly. Down boy, down! he thought, but his spoken words deceived him.
“Baby, don’t stop. I am so close.” She continued her relentless motions, sliding up and down his shaft. Soon, Raleigh grabbed the shower rod and braced himself. As he gripped it tighter in his fist the shower rod broke. She had just enough time to move out of the way as the pole fell to the shower floor.
“Well, that will break the mood for sure,” he said, laughing as he stepped out of the shower and held his hand out to her to help her up.
Looking down at her, he said, “Are you ok? It didn’t hit you, did it?”
“Nope, I'm all right. But I think we will have to switch to the other room tomorrow; no shower in this room.” They both laughed. Raleigh grabbed a towel and dried off as he walked into the other room, then threw on a pair of shorts. Sam walked in with her towel wrapped around her and grabbed her clothes for bed.
“Want anything from the vending machine?” he asked. “I’m gonna grab a soda and chips.”
“Sure, can you grab me a Diet Pepsi?” She slipped her t-shirt over her head and collapsed on the bed.
“All right, sounds good. Be right back, baby. Don’t go anywhere. When I walk back in, I wanna see you right there, just like you are. So beautiful.”
Sam smiled, and she felt her heart quicken. He had a way with words for sure. As she lay on the bed, the minutes seemed like hours. How far is that machine? He’s been gone for a while now. Grabbing the remote, she flipped on the TV and switched it to CNN. The screen filled with billowing smoke from a burning building near Fort Bragg. Interesting, she thought as she jumped up from the bed and onto the balcony. She could see the smoke, fire, and the lights from the emergency vehicles on site. Wonder how close it is from post? Oh well, hope no one is hurt. As she watched the fire, she could smell the smoke in the air, and the night sky disappeared as the smoke filled the surrounding area. She closed the balcony door and went back to the bed, careful to be in the same position she was in when he left.
Raleigh’s hands were full, but he could still maneuver the key card into the door. Click went the door and he turned the handle. As he scanned the room, his eyes landed on Sam still lying on the bed with her head propped up on her hand and a huge smile on her face.
“Took you long enough! I was getting lonely.”
“Oh, you poor baby.” Raleigh leaned in, kissed her on the forehead, and handed her the Diet Pepsi he already opened for her.
“Ya, I am. I need you to take care of me.”
Raleigh took off his shirt and laid next to Sam on the bed. “And how can I serve you, my dear?” Sam smiled and turned to lay flat on her back. She looked up at Raleigh who had rolled next to her with his hand propped up on his chin.
“Well, I could use the rest of that massage you started earlier. How about it? Massage me?” she begged.
“Massage, then bed, baby. We have a full day of activities. I have the whole day planned,” he teased.
“Hint?”
“Nope. No hints. Now turn around, and slip your shirt off.” Raleigh demanded as he placed his hands on her hips.
“You just want to get me naked,” Sam purred, smiling intently.
“Well, of course, but we have time for that later. Let me take care of you. Now turn over, darlin’.”
Sam sat up and slipped her shirt off, her hair lifting and falling just right that when it fell the ends covered most of her breasts. “You sure you don’t want to start right here?”
Raleigh paused. Tempting, so very tempting. Keep it together, man. “Nope, turn around, baby.”
“Damn, shot down again.” She laughed and laid flat on her stomach.
Raleigh took in the sight. So sexy, so damned sexy.
“Close your eyes, baby.”
Sam closed her eyes and felt Raleigh run his hands over her body. He started at her feet. As he softly rubbed her skin, he followed the curves of her body. Sam sighed as he moved his hands past her hips to her back. As he moved up her body, he straddled her back. She could feel his cock thru the silk boxers he wore, and the softness of the cloth felt incredible to her. She melted into the bed as his hands worked their magic. As he worked the knots from her back and neck, he could feel her relax more. He softened his touch, soon realizing she had fallen asleep.
As the music played in the background, Raleigh could feel himself growing drowsy. He caught himself yawning and picked Sam up and moved her up onto the pillow near the headboard. As he laid her down, she turned to her side; Raleigh cuddled up next to her and held her close. It all felt right to him. This is how it’s supposed to be. Everything seemed right with Sam. This was where he belonged, and this was the woman he wanted to be with for the rest of his life.
***
It was 0300, and Raleigh woke to the sound of Sam’s voice.
“No, leave me alone! I don’t know anything!” Her voice sounded pained, and she shook. But she was sleeping.
Nightmare! Damn! Raleigh pulled Sam closer and held her. She didn’t wake, but Raleigh waited, holding her throughout the night. What happened to you, baby? Who hurt you? The thought of anyone hurting her pulled at his heart. He couldn’t stand the thought and needed to find out, but he wouldn’t push her. He would wait until she wanted to tell him. He had his own demons, and one day he would tell her, but for now he wanted to take care of her. She was the strongest woman he had ever met and the most headstrong women he had ever met. It was that and her not wanting to admit that she needed him that drew him to her. She was strong, independent, and all woman. She was not weak by any means, but also wouldn’t admit when she was afraid. He knew she was fearful. She was afraid of him and of what he was becoming to her. That much he knew. She was a hard nut to crack, but she would crack.
As the sun peeked through the drapes, Sam turned over to lie on her back. Raleigh was next to her, and his arm moved to fall over her breasts. “Good morning, darlin’.” His eyes were still closed as he stretched his arms and back. “Did you sleep well, baby?”
“Oh yes, I slept amazing. Best night I’ve had in a long time.” She raised up into a sitting position and put her hand on his arm. “How did you sleep?”
“Best sleep I’ve had in a coon’s age.”
“I’m gonna guess that is a long time?” she said, laughing.
“Yeah, darlin’, that’s a long time. You hungry?”
“Oh my, I am famished. Feels like I haven’t eaten in a coon’s age.”
“Oh, ha ha. You’re a funny lady this morning, huh?”
“I try.” She grinned, leaned down, and planted a kiss on his forehead and jumped out of the bed.
Raleigh rolled over and grabbed the hotel phone. “I’m ordering room service. What can I get you?”
“Eggs, bacon, hash browns, and toast. Oh, and see if I can get a large orange juice.”
As she stood in the bathroom mirror staring and laughing at herself, her hair stood every which way: right, left, up, and down. I’m a hot mess. Well, if he thinks I am still sexy after seeing me like this, he might be a keeper. She pulled a brush through her hair, but her blonde strands tangled tightly in knots. She would have to shower to get the knots out.
“How long did they say it would be before they brought the food up, babe?”
“’Bout thirty minutes. You got something on your mind, darlin’?”
Sam appeared from the doorway cocking her head around the corner. “Nope, just thought I might jump in the shower.”
“Go ahead, babe.”
“I won’t be long, unless you join me?”
Raleigh paused and held himself back from jumping off the bed and running into the bathroom “Someone has to be here if room service comes early.” Ya, that’s it, room service. Besides, we will have all night.
“All right, but you are missing out,” Sam said, grinning at Raleigh as she turned back into the bathroom and turned on the water.
Yeah, I know, but it’s gonna be so worth it. Just hold out a little bit longer. You can do this, man. You’ve fought Al-Qaeda, and you’ve fought Taliban. You can hold out eight, possibly ten more hours to show Sam the night of her life.
Raleigh kept picturing Sam in the shower, and the thoughts were killing him. He had to get his mind off it, so he grabbed the remote and switched on the television. CNN was still on and still covering the fire at Fort Bragg.
“Five-alarm fire still raging at Fort Bragg. Officials at the Pentagon report that the fire is in the warehouse area on the far end of the post. CNN has learned that the warehouse belongs to the Special Operations Command located at Fort Bragg. At this time, there is no information on the number of injuries or cost of damages.” He listened to the reporter as they then brought in experts on Fort Bragg to interview.
Raleigh recognized the area and realized that was one of the SOC warehouses, but one that hadn’t been used in years. How in the hell is that possible? SOC hasn’t used those buildings in years. There aren’t even utilities running to the building anymore. Weird! Well, weird is the new normal it seems, as of late.
“It’s still burning?” Sam stood in front of the bed, a towel wrapped around her head, wearing the t-shirt Raleigh had worn the night before. “Hope you don’t mind. I forgot to grab my clothes when I went into the bathroom.”
“Nope, darlin’, you look better in it than I do. You are so beautiful. You take my breath away. If I had a choice, I would keep you like this all the time.”
“Oh, really?”
“Yep, I prefer you half naked…” A knock on the door interrupted him. “I’ll get it, darlin’. Only one I want to see you like this is me.” Sam escaped to the bathroom.
Peeking through the door, the hotel staffer stood behind the cart filled with their breakfast. Raleigh opened the door and let the kid in. He placed the plates on the table next to the window, then pushed the cart back to the door and handed Raleigh the receipt. He then held his hand out for a tip. Raleigh quickly tipped the kid and pushed him out the door.
Sam poked her head out. “All clear?”
“Yep, come on and get it while it’s still hot.” Raleigh pulled the chair out, and Sam sat down as he pushed her chair closer to the table.
“Smells great and looks even better. Raleigh stood next to Sam and poured her orange juice into their cups, then sat down facing her. “Thank you, baby.” She picked up the cup and pressed it to her lips. “It’s freshly squeezed. Oh, wow, it tastes amazing. I haven’t had freshly squeezed OJ in years.”
“Only the best for you, darlin’.” Raleigh smiled as he watched her sip her juice. “I’ve got a full day planned, so be ready.”
“Any hints?” She smirked at him hoping her smile might evoke information of his plans.
“Nope, I want the day to be full of surprises and hopefully a day of firsts. All you need to know is the morning will be casual clothes, so expect to get a little dirty.”
“Well, I do like to be dirty. And the idea of getting dirty with you is very appealing.” She winked as she took a bite of eggs. “I can be a dirty girl.”
“Oh, baby, I know you can. I can tell by the look in your eyes and the smile on your face. You are more than what a lot of men can handle, but I can handle you. I know your weakness.”
“And what’s that?”
“Tall, tan, muscular, well-endowed warrant officers with southern accents and charm to match, especially one who has plans on charming the panties right off you.”
“Oh, really; you know any?” She grinned at him then licked her lips. “I’d like to meet this guy. I could use a release.” She laughed then got up from the table. Grabbing her jeans and t-shirt, she sat on the chair next to the bed.
“Oh, you are a funny lady today, aren’t you, little Miss Sam?” Raleigh got up from his chair, walked toward Sam and before she could say another word, he picked her up and threw her on the bed, straddling her. “So you wanna meet this guy, huh?” he said as he mercilessly tickled her, then leaned in and kissed her. “You still want to meet him?”
She paused, smiled, and looked into his eyes. “Yes! Do you know him?” Then she kissed him deeper.
Raleigh stopped and looked at Sam. “Oh yes, I know him, darlin’, and so will you! We have a long day planned, so I’m gonna shower and shave, then we can get outta here for the day.” As he stood up, Sam could see the effect she had on him. He stood erect, and she couldn’t help but notice as his tanned, hard body stood in front of her. As he turned and walked away, Sam’s attention was drawn to his ass.
“Oh, how I do enjoy watching you walk away. Almost as much I enjoy watching you come to me.”
Raleigh turned, looked at Sam, and with a smile and a bit of a swagger in his step said, “Get dressed, darlin’. I won’t be long.”
“Ok, baby. I’ll be waiting.”
Sam pulled her jeans on, slipped on her t-shirt, and put on her boots. As she sat and waited in the chair, she could hear Raleigh as he sang a duet in the shower. He’s just too cute. Listen to him. Almost feels like he’s singing for me. As she sat there waiting, watching, and being serenaded, her thoughts drifted off to the night before. Just as she got comfortable and relaxed in the chair, she noticed that the water was off. Raleigh burst out of the bathroom. He popped his head out from around the corner, still singing. Startled, Sam jumped then laughed as Raleigh danced around the room for her, grabbing pieces of clothing and wiggling into them as he moved about the room.