Twenty-Six.
Magnus
I couldn't get over what had occurred this morning. Yeah, I'd stayed with Ethan and Ashlee all week, but actually moving in and living there was a whole new ball game.
And yet I'd never wanted anything more in my life.
I couldn't help wondering what we would do with all of my stuff and my house. How was this going to work in the long run?
I glanced at Ashlee in the backseat of the car through the mirror.
No, we’d make it work because I never wanted to lose that woman. She'd become my world.
I parked us up outside of Stefan’s, apparently being the last to arrive. The entire family was here today as they were every year. I was grateful that I’d been invited for the past five years. They were the only family I had now after my brother died on duty not long after I was discharged. We were in different regiments, but I still blamed myself. And now I had Ashlee and Ethan truly wanting me to be a part if their family. Things couldn't be better.
"Mags, are you okay?”
I hadn't noticed Ashlee opening my door, and she was looking at me with concern. "I’m fine, Red, I’m just thinking.”
“What about?”
“About how perfect everything is with you here.” I got out and took her hand. I didn't give a fuck who saw at this point, plus Tara had already confessed to knowing.
Ethan placed his hand on her lower back as we approached the door, the three of us united as one.
Mario opened it, grinning as he took in the three of us. "Don't we all look happy?”
“Ro,” Ethan warned.
“Chill, brother. It's Christmas.”
Ethan grumbled something Italian under his breath and nudged Ashlee ahead of him. I followed, staying close and leaving Ethan to follow me. We entered the main sitting room, and Ashlee’s posture instantly froze when she saw the amount of people present.
Luca and Rose were here, as well as Enzo and Marco alongside their wives. Matteo preferred to spend Christmas with his own family since he was the only one with kids.
“Ethan and Ashlee.” Tara came over when she spotted us. "Ah, and of course, Magnus.”
"Hi, mum,” Ethan said. "You know we wouldn't miss it.”
Tara gave me a knowing smile when she saw my hand on Ashlee’s lower back. "I’m glad that you all came together.”
“Why wouldn't we?” Ethan frowned.
“I just mean... You know...”
“Ethan, she knows about us all,” I said softly.
The colour drained from his face. I don't know what he was afraid of. They would never judge or disown him. He was the golden boy of the family.
“It's okay, I’m just glad that you’re happy.”
“Ashlee makes me happy,” he whispered.
“And Magnus?”
“He’s like a brother. Ashlee loves him as well, and we both love her. Mum...”
"Ethan, it's okay.” Tara pulled him in for a hug and his posture slowly relaxed. “There’s nothing wrong with it. We just want you to be happy.”
“Thank you, mum.”
Tara released him, squeezing my shoulder as she left the room.
“Did you know that she knew?” Ethan asked Ash.
“It popped up last time we were here. They're cool with it.” Ashlee smiled at him.
“One of you could have warned me,” he grumbled. "Go and sit down with our girl while I grab us some drinks.”
I grabbed Ashlee’s hand and pulled her through the room to an empty spot on one of the sofas. There wasn’t room for Ethan but that was his problem.
"Ashlee, how has your first Christmas been with my son? Did he treat you?” Stefan asked.
“It’s been good, thank you. He bought me some nice things. Both of them did.” Ash grinned at me.
“Yes?” Stefan smiled, glancing at me.
“Ashlee spoilt us as well.” I was grinning at her like a love-struck idiot.
“She sure did,” Ethan said as he came over with three glasses. I took one from him.
“Baby, sit on Mag’s lap so I can have a seat.”
Ashlee rolled her eyes and stood, seating herself on my lap and leaning back into my embrace. Ethan passed her a glass. "Let's have none of that sass today, sweetheart.”
Her cheeks blushed realising that Mario was smirking from the other side of the sofa.
“Good girl,” I purred into her ear.
Ethan started engaging in mindless conversation with his uncles, dad and brothers, while I just listened in, happy that I had Ashlee in my arms. What more could I possibly want at Christmas?
Eventually, Stefan and his brothers left the room with Mario following, and then Tara came over holding a box. "I got the three of you a gift. I've noticed that you've not been home the last few days, Magnus.”
“How?” I whispered.
She sat in Mario’s vacated spot beside Ethan. “Your car's been outside Ethan's all week. I only noticed driving past. Anyway, since you all seemed to be staying together, I thought I’d get the three of you a shared gift. It isn't much, but... well, look for yourselves.” She passed the box to Ethan.
I was intrigued at what it could possibly be. Ethan ripped the paper and then lifted the lid off of the box. He pulled out a framed photo, holding it between the three of us.
I didn't even remember the photo being taken, but it was perfect. The three of us were outside grinning and laughing with each other at Ethan’s wedding. We looked happy .
“Mum, this is...” He took a deep breath. “Thank you.”
"It's beautiful,” Ashlee murmured.
It was the only photo of the three of us together, and now that I had seen this one, I wanted more.
“Mum, I...” Ethan started, pausing to look and Ash and I. "I asked Mags to move in with us... permanently.”
Tara grinned at us all. "I’m happy for you. Ethan, all I’ve ever wanted is to see you like this. I’ve watched you suffer for most of your life. Even if you won't talk about it, there's always been a darkness in your eyes ever since that tragic day. I love you, son, and its pained me to see you so broken for all these years. Since meeting Ashlee, you’ve been lighter, like a weight has been lifted from your shoulders. A similar thing happened when you first met Magnus all those years ago. If the three of you are happy together, then I support you. You’re my son, Ethan, so I will always support you.”
Ethan's eyes had watered. "Thank you, mum.” He leaned forward and hugged her. "I can't imagine my life without either of them.”
“Then keep them close.”
When they finally let go of each other, I smiled at Tara. "Thank you. Your acceptance means a lot.”
“No, I should thank you for being by my sons side for all of these years. I know he's confided in you far more than he has us.”
I sucked in a breath. It was the truth, but how did I say that to her? She was his mother.
“It's okay, and I’m just glad that he has a family with whom he can talk to now.”
“We’ll always be there for him,” Ashlee said.
Tara squeezed her hand and then stood. "I’m going to check on dinner.”
“How long will it be?”
"Half an hour maybe. An hour tops.”
Ethan nodded and stood, holding his hand out for Ashlee. She took it and allowed him to pull her up, smiling lovingly into her eyes for a moment before pulling her out of the room. I followed them upstairs, walking down the corridor before turning into a bedroom.
Ethan's lips were on Ashlee’s by the time I closed the door, his mouth devouring hers with hunger. He was still holding the framed photo tightly in one hand, his other wrapped around Ashlee’s waist.
“I need you, sweetheart,” he murmured.
I strode up behind our girl, kissing her neck softly. "Clothes need to go.”
"Yes, get rid of them,” Ethan said, stepping back to place the photo on top of a set of drawers.
I yanked her top over her head, squeezing both of her breasts over her bra before undoing the button of her jeans. I dropped to one knee as I pulled them down alongside her panties, helping her to step out of them.
I couldn't help myself. I pushed her legs apart and pushed my face to her sweet pussy, giving her a long sniff. The scent of her was enough to make my cock hard. She always smelt and tasted delicious. My tongue darted out to her entrance, running along her slit and gathering up the increasing moisture.
I licked her a few more times before pushing my tongue inside as deep as I could. Ashlee moaned, her legs quivering as I forced pleasure upon her.
I could feel Ethan's eyes on us, but I didn't look up. Whether or not he had this in mind when he came in, I'd sent things heading this way.
I stopped and stood, pulling my t-shirt over my head with one hand. "Get on the bed, Red. Your husband wants a taste as well.”
Before she moved, I quickly snapped her bra off, letting the material drop to the floor.
Ethan unbuttoned his shirt, his eyes hungry as he watched Ashlee lying down. Then he crawled onto the bed, burying his head between her thighs.
The moan Ashlee released as he licked her was everything. I kicked off my jeans and boxers and crawled onto the bed beside my Red. I wanted to see her when she came over his tongue.
“Yes, Red, let it all go,” I growled.
She moaned again as she met my gaze. I leaned forward and kissed her hard, my tongue diving into her mouth greedily. I hissed and shuddered as her hand wrapped around my dick. I wasn't prepared for it, but it felt fucking amazing.
“Come for him, Red,” I groaned.
Her movements began to slow as Ethan pushed her to her release, her body beginning to quiver. I pinched her nipple, tugging it between my fingers, and then she fell, crying out as her orgasm swept through her body.
“Fuck, baby, you taste so good,” Ethan groaned. "Turn over and suck Mag’s cock. Show him how much you love him.”
Fuck, yes.
I laid on my back as she crawled between my thighs, staring straight into my eyes as she lowered her lips to my solid shaft. She licked the tip of my dick, teasing my slit before licking my length.
I groaned quietly. It was good, but it wasn't enough. I needed more.
Then she dropped her whole head and sucked one of my balls into her mouth.
“Fucking Christ,” I hissed. This was new. This was so unexpected and different that my entire body shuddered, it felt that good. "Yes, Red. Fuck.”
Her mouth finally covered my cock, taking me almost entirely into her mouth in the best possible way.
I heard Ethan’s zipper and then Ashlee moaned around my length as he presumably entered her.
Ashlee continued sucking my dick with a hunger that drove me wild while Ethan slammed his hips into her with an almost primal intensity. The force of his thrusts sent shudders through her body, making her swallow my cock deeper, her throat tightening around my tip, nearly pushing me over the edge.
I was in heaven, teetering on the brink of ecstasy. I could die like this and be a happy man, my senses overwhelmed by the sight and sensation of a beautiful woman’s mouth wrapped around me. What better way to go than with such pleasure coursing through every vein?
My groans filled the room, a symphony of lust and satisfaction. I reached out, my fingers trembling with desire, to brush Ashlee’s hair out of her face. I wanted to see every exquisite moment, my cock disappearing into her eager mouth, her eyes meeting mine with a look that promised even more sin and pleasure. The electric connection between us, enhanced by Ethan’s relentless rhythm, made every nerve in my body sing. This was more than sex; it was pure, unadulterated bliss.
“Fuck, Red, you’re going to make me come,” I hissed.
“That’s kind of the idea, pal.” Ethan chuckled tightly.
Ashlee tightened her lips, pushing me towards bliss as she sucked the damn soul out of me. I slammed my head back against the pillow as a warmth spread through my body, all the way down to the tip of my cock as my balls emptied themselves. Ashlee swallowed everything, licking my cock clean after.
I was done for. I'd never known a girl to make me come so hard, and yet Ashlee always managed it. She couldn't be more perfect.
Ethan groaned loudly as he chased his own release. "Come, Ash.”
She was getting close, I could tell. I’d been with her enough to know that her eyes fluttered as the sparks of her orgasm began. Then she moaned louder as her legs quivered. She’d be tightening around Ethan’s cock now, and the groan he just released confirmed it.
He stroked her with his cock once, twice, three times, and then he pulled out. "Turn over, baby. Give me that mouth.”
Ashlee laid on her back, her head resting on my lap while Ethan moved to straddle her body. "Open,” he hissed at her as he pumped his cock, and then he grunted as cum spurted from him into Ashlee’s mouth.
“Fuck,” he panted.
Ash sat up to lick his cock clean before leaning back against me.
Ethan tucked his dick back into his trousers before falling beside me. "This is officially the best Christmas ever,” he mumbled breathlessly.
I chuckled. "Never had sex on Christmas then?”
“No funnily enough. I’ve always been here surrounded by family.”
I smirked. "We should make this a new tradition. Feeding Red before dinner.”
“Deal,” Ethan said with a grin.
“Hey, do I get a say in this?” She turned to look between us.
“Do you not want to please your men, baby?” Ethan asked.
“Well, yeah.”
"Then making you swallow our cocks before Christmas dinner is a new tradition.”
I laughed, still floating on a high. "Come and snuggle between us before dinner, Red. We still have some time.”
I shuffled over to make room for her, turning to face her when she laid down. Ethan turned to face her on her other side, the three of us all happily sated.
Someone somewhere believed that my messed up soul deserved some happiness, and I was truly blessed to have this family. I would never take this for granted.