Lillian started to really question her sanity as she stood staring at the diamond ring. When she agreed to marry Drake, she couldn't have known the enthusiasm his mother would suddenly display. Within a week of them being there her father had been informed of the engagement and of course he was overjoyed that his baby girl would be taken care of. Then Drake had acquired the license and made all the preparations for their wedding. Lillian frowned as she wondered if she was doing the right thing, a thought that would periodically crawl into her mind. Usually when it did Drake would sense her withdrawing and pull her into some dark corner and distract her from such things.
She blushed as she thought of the heated kisses he had stolen during the week. She couldn't deny his claim on her body. Her responses were impossible to ignore and it only added to her anxiety when she thought what tonight would mean. She looked over herself in the mirror once more and couldn't suppress the sigh. Here she was, standing in a room inside a small church near Drake's estate in what could be the most beautiful dress she had ever seen. The white gown clung to her curves in soft folds. The sleeves fell off her shoulders and down to flare at her wrists. The scoop neckline made her blush more as she imagined Drake's response to her exposed flesh. The final piece was her gift from Elena.
A beautiful clip decorated with an array of sparkling diamonds sat on the left side of her head, keeping her blonde locks pulled away from her face. Her hair was curled and allowed to fall freely down her back. She had insisted on wearing it this way and when asked why she had only blushed. In all honesty it was because of Drake's comment the other night about how he wished for her to leave her hair down and free for his fingers. Although the comment made her blush it also sent a strange thrill running through her body.
She began to wring her hands nervously as she paced across the room. Going over all the reasons that this was a bad idea. It was too soon for something like this. She had only just met Drake and yet it seemed like she had known him for so long. Lillian stopped pacing as she looked down at the diamond ring he had surprised her with and felt a smile pull at her lips. It was beautiful and oval with tiny emeralds circling around the edges. As she gazed at the ring she knew that despite all her doubts, this was what she wanted. She was in love with Drake and soon she would belong to him in every way. She only hoped that he felt the same.
Her smile fell as the thought crept into her happiness and nestled firmly, spreading its doubt. Not once had Drake said he loved her and although she knew it was foolish to think he would feel something so soon, it still hurt slightly. She wasn't so naïve to think that it would change overnight, it would take time for him. But she was still foolish enough to let it depress her since she recognized how deeply she had fallen for him.
A soft knock on the door startled her out of her thoughts and she turned to see Allister stepping into the room and closing the door behind him. She gave him a bright smile, so thankful that he was here when she needed him most. He came towards her and pecked her on her cheek, beaming like a proud parent. Lillian giggled and poked him in his stomach.
"Why are you smiling like that you dolt?" She teased and he only chuckled and held her hands loosely in his. He grinned down at her before his eyes softened at the sight of her in her wedding gown.
"I just can't believe my little lamb is all grown up and will soon be on her own. I didn't realize until right now…seeing you look so beautiful…I won't be your protector for much longer." He whispered and she felt unwanted tears well in her eyes. She let him pull her into a warm hug and tried to blink away the tears as she let out a watery giggle.
"Don't be ridiculous Ali. I'll always need you in my life. Even if you have to share me now, I'll still be your little lamb." She whispered and felt his arms tighten around her and heard him mumble a response.
"No…no you won't little one…not now that you have him…"
But he pulled back before she could ask him what he meant and his usual smile was back in place. He lifted her hands and placed a gentle kiss on her knuckles, offering her his encouragement. He reached up and cupped her cheek and winked.
"I helped you catch him little lamb, but I can't help you with the next part. That would be really uncomfortable." He teased and she felt a blush creep up onto her cheeks and shook her head and pushed him away laughing. He joined in on her laughter and she wanted to thank him for chasing away her earlier melancholy, but another knock interrupted them. This time it was her father who came in, his joy radiating through the room. There was a hint of sadness in his eyes, but that was natural as he was about to give away his only child.
"It's time my dear." He whispered and she nodded, waving to Allister as he left to join their Aunt Harriet in the pews. Lillian placed a hand over her stomach to try and calm the fluttering inside, but it didn't help. Her father handed her the small bouquet she was to carry of white roses and held out his arm for her as they left the room and started the wedding march. As she stepped out and began to walk, she felt her whole body begin to tremble from all the eyes locked on her.
She felt herself growing weak and had the sudden urge to turn and run. Then her eyes moved to the end of the aisle and all her nerves left in one breath. Drake was standing there, his eyes locked on hers and she felt her heart swell at the pride shining in his eyes. She gave him a bright smile and he grinned in return before stepping down and taking her hand from her father. The rest of the ceremony was something of a blur to her, all of her focus was on the man before her. It was only when the gold ring was placed on her finger that she allowed her eyes to mist as Drake said such beautiful words to her. She repeated the action and realized that when she spoke of loving only him for the rest of her life, they were the truest words she had ever spoken to another.
Drake was the only one who would hold her heart and she only hoped that with time he would give her his. She felt hope light up in her chest as she realized that they would be together after this and that there were plenty of chances for him to confess his love for her, she just had to be patient. Something that she could do so long as there was hope. So as they were pronounced husband and wife she let a bright smile spread across her face. Drake gave her a quick chaste kiss and a wink which made her blush.
The crowd cheered as they walked down the aisle and got into the carriage that would take them to Drake's-their estate for the wedding breakfast. The whole way there Drake didn't say anything to her, but she could see how tensely he was holding himself and it made her stomach flutter further. She could fathom a guess as to where his thoughts were running and it did little to quell the nerves raging through her as her own thoughts traveled down the same path. After tonight…she would belong to him completely.
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Drake stood in his chamber, wearing only a robe as he sipped on his brandy. He had dismissed his valet some time ago as was expected. And yet, he continued to stare at the door set in the far wall that led to uncharted territory. Just beyond that thin barrier lay Lillian...his wife, who was no doubt waiting for him to fetch her. He groaned and swallowed the rest of the contents of his decanter and cringed. He didn't completely understand why he was waiting so long to go to her. No doubt by now she's dismissed her own maid and was fidgeting at his absence.
He walked closer to the door and reached out for the knob to stop short and pull back his hand again. Honestly there was no logical reason for him to be hesitant since this was exactly what he wanted. But no matter how he tried to deny it, he was nervous. It was true that he was an experienced man, but he made it a point to avoid virgins. However this situation was completely different. Lillian wasn't just some woman used to relieve himself with. She was his innocent wife and would need to be treated gently and cared for with her first time. And that was where he was worried. Drake was neither neglectful nor caring towards his past partners. They had served a purpose and both parties had always left satisfied, but attachments were never made. He wasn't sure that Lillian would be able to understand the rules.
He growled at himself and rapped his knuckles against the wood gently, waiting for a response. When she didn't call out to him, he worried that she had accidentally fallen asleep. He reached for the door handle, only for the door to slowly open. He lifted his gaze and had to take in a sharp breath at the sight before him. Lillian was standing in nothing but a sheer nightgown that was pure white and made her hair look silver in the soft firelight. He could make out every curve of her delicate figure. Her usual bright green eyes had darkened as well and it sent blood racing straight to his member.
She swallowed softly and tried to give him a small smile, but he could see her nerves getting the best of her. He decided to take action and to stop gaping like a halfwit. He reached out to cup her cheek in his palm and was pleased when her eyes fluttered closed in response. He leaned forward and pulled her closer as he did so, happy that she came without any hesitation. Her lips were just as soft as any other time he had tasted them, but knowing that tonight he wouldn't have to hold back put a large crack in his restraint. The kiss didn't stay innocent for long, as it never did when it came to Lillian.
His arm snaked around her waist and he hauled her against him as he slanted his lips over hers to gain better access. She responded instantly by wrapping her arms around his neck and pressing herself closer to him. With only the thin layers of their nightclothes between them, Drake could feel every curve of her supple body. He groaned and lifted her up further and took several steps back, taking her into his chamber and slamming the door closed behind them.
Lillian gave a start at the harsh sound and it was enough to knock Drake back into the present. He was moving too fast and he had to calm himself or he would only hurt her. He pulled back from her and took several deep breaths to calm his heated blood, surprised to find his need was to the point of incinerating him. He gave a soft chuckle and wrapped his arms around Lillian once more, but this time in a gentle hold.
"Forgive me my dear. I didn't mean to attack you so suddenly, but you must know by now that I can't control my responses to you." He whispered and even in the soft light he could see her cheeks bright with a blush. He wondered briefly if that blush would spread further down her ivory skin and had to quickly swallow a groan. He could feel her shivering slightly and it was enough to remind him that she was innocent. Lillian may respond to his touch, but he had to remember that she didn't know what to expect tonight and it was up to him to guide her.
"Tell me Lillian. Did someone talk to you about what would happen tonight?" He whispered and ran his fingers through her hair, needing to touch her still. She looked up and thanks to the fire built in his room he could see how red she had become. Lillian bit her lower lip and lowered her gaze away from his. He frowned and wondered if she would respond to him when her small voice broke the silence.
"My Aunt Harriet spoke to me earlier before her and my father retired to their rooms…but I'm still not sure I completely understand…" She whispered and he could read the embarrassment in her face as she confessed to not knowing. He took in a deep breath, not sure how to proceed himself. He decided the best way was to show her. He pulled her to him again and kissed her quickly, pulling back briefly to whisper to her.
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"Then I'll show you darling." He kissed her again, letting the fire consume him. He needed to make sure that she was more than ready for him. He walked her back until the back of her knees hit the edge of his bed and she gasped. He chuckled and laid her back gently, pulling the coverlet out from under her and pushing them to the end of the bed. He continued to kiss her, letting his tongue taste every inch of her. He couldn't wait to taste the rest of her, but for now he needed her to relax.
Lillian was still very tense and he could read it in the way she held herself back. Her arms were at her side and he growled as he wanted to feel her slim fingers touch him. He pulled back and looked down at her. Lillian had her eyes tightly closed and it twisted his gut slightly. He reached out and ran his fingers along her cheeks.
"Lillian, look at me." He whispered and slowly her eyes opened to stare up at him. He relaxed when he read the apparent desire in her eyes. He was supporting his weight so that he didn't startle her, but it was taking all of his inner strength to hold back, even this much. Her breathing had grown ragged as well and there were so many questions raging through her emerald eyes.
"Are you alright darling?" He asked and she swallowed, but nodded. She lowered her gaze to the gap in his robe and at his exposed chest. She hesitantly reached up and he held himself still as her fingers grazed the black hair that dusted his chest. He hissed and she instantly pulled her fingers back.
"I'm sorry…" She gasped and he chuckled, he lifted her hand and placed a kiss against her wrist.
"Don't apologize Lillian. I enjoy your touch. But you need to talk to me Lillian, I need to know what you're feeling right now."
"I-I don't know. I'm scared and nervous…but…but also…" She didn't finish, but when her blazing eyes locked with his, he knew she was discovering the dark desire hidden within her.
"Are you afraid that I'll hurt you?" He whispered, needing to know what she was afraid of so he could calm her fears. She shook her head and turned her gaze to the side as she whispered,
"I'm afraid that I'll disappoint you…"
He was surprised, not expecting that response as it seemed absurd to him. Disappoint him, how could she possibly disappoint him when he wanted her so badly? He smiled and brought her hand to his chest to feel how fast his heart was racing. Her eyes widened at the contact and he chuckled.
"I'm not immune to you my darling. I need you to understand what you're doing to me. So I'm going to show you. You'll be shocked and possibly frightened, but you need to trust me." He said and pulled back from her to stand next to the bed. She sat up as well, her eyes following his hands as he removed his robe and let it fall to the floor. He stood there and waited, watching as her eyes wandered over his body. He let her look and waited until her eyes shot down to a very proud part of his body that was currently standing at attention.
Instantly her cheeks flamed brighter than he had ever seen before and she swallowed again. When her eyes finally met his again he explained to her,
"As you can see Lillian, I very much desire you right now and can't hide that need. So you don't need to worry about disappointing me. I think if either of us should be worried it's me." He teased and watched as she frowned in confusion. He leaned closer to her and brushed some of her hair back behind her ear.
"Now I am going to continue Lillian and I want you to promise that you won't shy away from me. From now on when I join you at night I want there to be no barriers between us. When we're in here, there's just us and no worrying about what it means. Just feel and relax my darling." He whispered, leaning closer as he spoke until he captured her lips in a tender kiss. Then he pulled back and waited for her eyes to open and meet his again.
"Lillian?" He asked and she nodded while reaching up to cup his cheeks and pull him to her again. He went willingly with a groan and adjusted himself so that he was once more parallel with her body. The kiss turned from tender to dominant in a heartbeat as Drake felt her hands slide to the back of his neck and her nails rake his skin. He growled lightly and left her lips to taste the rest of her skin. He placed soft kisses along her neck and listened to the soft mewling sounds she made, adding fuel to his need.
He needed to see her, to feel her completely against him. He pulled back and reached for the string at her throat, keeping his eyes locked with hers. She gave a slight nod and he untied her nightgown and then reached for the buttons running along her chest. It was quick work for him and within seconds he could see a sliver of exposed flesh. But it wasn't enough for his greed, he wanted to expose all of her for his eyes only. He ran his hands up her arms and felt her shiver as he grabbed the fabric on her shoulders and pulled it down, revealing inch-by-beautiful inch as he did so. He pulled the nightgown completely off her, leaving her bare beneath him. His mouth began to water at the morsel presented to him. She lay there, completely still as his eyes traveled down her body, taking in every detail. His dreams may have been vivid, but now they were dimming in comparison to the real thing. Her skin was flawless, smooth and pale in the low light. He growled low in appreciation as his eyes trailed over her smooth, flat stomach to the nest of pale curls at her center. He brought his eyes back up to her face and saw the doubt lingering in her bright, green gems.
"You are beautiful Lillian. And after tonight, everyone will know you're mine." He growled and she shivered at the sound, but this time in excitement. She surprised him by reaching up and linking her arms around his neck and pulling him back to her as her lips lightly brushed his. Drake felt his composure crumble as he fell against her and devoured her mouth. He groaned as he settled between her thighs and lightly brushed against her center.
She gasped and he left her lips to leave a trail of kisses along her neck, enjoying the unique taste of her creamy skin. His hands couldn't sit still any longer and he ran his fingers along her sides and up to her breasts. When he cupped one Lillian let out a soft moan that rocked straight through him. He was being driven crazy with need by this woman, her innocent reactions to his touches was strangely satisfying. Knowing that he was the first man to touch her like this and would be the last to do so set his blood racing wildly.
"Lillian…so soft…" He groaned against her neck and she gasped again as he began to explore the rest of her body with his mouth and hands. His lips grazed her collarbone as his hands caressed her round hips. Drake smiled as Lillian jumped when his lips grazed the valley between her breasts. She was trying to stay quiet and he growled internally, wanting her to let go. He wanted to hear her responses to his attentions. So he didn't give her any warning before his tongue flicked out. She cried out and the sound struck something feral inside of him, he wanted more. He took the peak into his mouth loving it with his tongue. Lillian arched off the bed instinctively and her moans were growing louder.
He continued to lavish her breasts with attention as his fingers skimmed over her taught stomach and down the inside of her thigh. She tried to clamp her thighs together in reaction, but his position prevented her from doing so. She did, however inadvertently rub her thighs against his aching member and he hissed. He returned to her lips and between kisses he whispered to her,
"Lillian…let me touch you...please…I need…" His voice had grown raspy from holding back his raging desire. He wasn't sure how much longer he could control his need which was unusual for him. He was not one to normally lose his composure with women, but it wasn't surprising to him anymore. Lillian seemed to be the exception to all of his normal rules. At his gentle encouragement she eventually relaxed and his fingers massaged the insides of her thighs. To distract her briefly he latched onto her lips again and tangled his tongue with hers. When he felt her relax again he continued with his hand's exploration.
When his fingers brushed against her core he purred in delight at her obvious arousal. He stroked her length and swallowed her moan as he gently caressed her. She was growing hotter by the second, heating his own body until he feared that they would both burst into flames. When he slipped one of his fingers inside her Lillian flinched, but it quickly melted away as he stroked her. He wanted this to be as painless as possible. He knew that some pain was unavoidable, but he would do everything to ease it for her. He returned to her breasts, releasing her lips and freeing the sweet noises coming from her throat. He felt her inner muscles tightening and slipped a second finger to stretch her further. He knew she was close and he pulled away from her breast to stare down at her beautiful face as she gave in to the passion consuming her.
"That's it love. Let go…let go for me." He whispered and rubbed his thumb over her the hidden bundle of nerves, holding her close as she shattered in his arms. He leaned up and gave her another tender kiss as he shifted his hips and settled against her entrance. He didn't wait for her to calm completely down from her first release and began to guide himself into her heat. She gasped and clenched her teeth around the sudden invasion, but her eyes were locked with his and within them he saw a spark ignite. Her green eyes were flashing brightly, still reeling from the sensations he had incited. Trying to comprehend everything that was happening and the changes blooming inside her heart.
Drake continued to push himself further into her, marveling at how incredible it felt. Her heat surrounded him, caressing his sensitive member in the sweetest embrace he had ever felt; even with other women. He felt the resistance and hesitated as he looked deep into her eyes. He leaned down and rested his forehead against hers, his hands found hers and laced their fingers together. He knew this was inevitable, but that didn't make it any easier.
"I'm sorry Lillian…" He whispered as he gave a strong thrust and broke past her barrier, shutting his eyes as her cry of pain hit him. He held himself completely still as he waited for her body to accommodate him. He felt sweat form on his forehead as he lay nestled inside her, his body screaming for him to move. To create that beautiful friction that would bring them both immense pleasure.
When she shifted her hips, pressing closer to him he took it as a sign that he could move again. He slid himself out halfway before pushing back in. He went slowly at first, wanting to give her time to adjust to the foreign invasion. It wasn't easy as his desire was screaming for him to pound into her. His mind was building with fog as he felt her tighten around him.
Drake couldn't remember a single time when he felt this good while coupling. He groaned when he felt her nails dig into his back and she softly moaned his name into his ear. It was the final cut to the strings holding him back. He leaned back and held himself up with one arm as the other reached for her leg and lifted it to wrap around his hip, granting him deeper access. Lillian had surrendered herself over to the passion as she matched his thrusts perfectly, pushing Drake further over the edge. His thrusts grew more erratic as he felt his release nearing, his body screaming for release, begging him to let go. He balanced himself above her and clenched his teeth in concentration.
"Lillian…" He groaned, thrusting harder into her and it was these powerful blows that pushed her over. She didn't hold back as her back arched off the bed, her scream of release no doubt echoing through the household. The thought pleased him immensely and he growled as he pushed into her, releasing his seed deep within her womb. He held himself above her, riding out the aftershocks of such a powerful release, before collapsing. No longer able to hold himself above her. He quickly rolled to the side, not wanting to crush her.
He pulled her against him, reaching down to pull the covers up over them before the chill in the air spread across their skin. He wrapped his arms around her, tucking her neatly against his side. His breathing was still heavy and ragged, matching hers. His body felt relaxed and sleep was beckoning him. He brushed some of the strands out of her face to see her better. Her flaming, green eyes were still bright after their love making and he could feel her heart pounding against his.
"Go to sleep Lillian. Tonight you will stay here with me." He whispered and she snuggled closer to him, sighing softly. He adjusted the covers over them and settled back against his pillows as he watched the woman next to him. She fell asleep quickly, her lashes fanning her cheeks and her mouth was slightly parted. He felt himself smiling unknowingly as he watched her.
This was new to him as well, sleeping next to someone. He had never had women in either of his homes, he had always gone to them and after being satisfied had always promptly left. It wasn't unpleasant to feel her soft skin brush against him, just the opposite as he found great comfort in the way she wrapped around him. He looked at her closely as she moved in her sleep, nuzzling his chest with her cheek and humming softly. His heart skipped under her cheek and he groaned as he ran his other hand over his face. He looked up at the canopy of the bed and whispered to himself,
"Careful Drake…you're falling in too deep."