Chapter 50
Max
Audrey’s shoulders fell as we crossed the threshold into my apartment. Sighing, she shrugged off her jacket and made a beeline for the couch.
“Aht, aht,” I said, grabbing her arm before she could flop onto the couch. “You can’t fall asleep yet.”
“I wasn’t going to sleep,” she lied. “I was just gonna lay down for a little while.”
My lips curled in disbelief. Her work days alone usually left her running on empty by the time she got home. I was surprised she still had the energy to hold herself after working her shift and wading in the anticipation of Benny’s news. She deserved a little pampering tonight.
She groaned, but let me tow her down the hall towards the bathroom. Her brows rose as we walked inside.
Since I knew she wouldn’t do any self-care on her own, I decided to clean and prep the bathroom into a mini relaxation zone.
I set up her favorite candle in the window, placed her favorite bath bomb on the edge of the tub, and lined the sink with her favorite skincare products.
With all she’s done taking care of me with my healing injuries, making sure she spent one night taking care of herself was the least I could do.
I made her sit down on the toilet while I ran her bath water and lit the candle. In minutes, the soothing scents of lavender and sage filled the room.
Once the bath was ready, I shut off the water and kissed her temple. “Take your time,” I whispered against her skin.
“Wait,” she whispered, grabbing my hand before I could step away. “Join me.”
Smiling, I bent down on my haunches. I reached for the hem of her scrub top. “Arms up,” I commanded gently.
Audrey wearily raised her arms and let me pull the top over her head. Her bra quickly followed, leaving her torso bare. Rising to her feet, she wiggled out of her pants and underwear.
As she climbed into the tub, I stripped my own clothes off and put on an R&B playlist. Soft crooning and steady beats quickly filled in the silence.
Audrey smiled up at me from her spot in the tub.
The sudsy water covered most of her body, only leaving her shoulders bare.
Some of her curls escaped her high bun, now falling around her temples and neck.
Her amber eyes, filled with so much anxiety and uncertainty lately, seemed lighter now that she was able to set down some of the weight she was holding.
I was glad that she’d found some peace - even if it was only for this moment.
The water was pleasantly scalding when I stepped in behind Audrey. I pressed my back against the wall and stretched my legs out in front of me.
Audrey scooted between my open legs and leaned her body back against mine.
I wrapped one arm around her while the other reached for a washcloth. I bundled the fabric up under the water and drizzled some on her chest and shoulders.
Her eyes fluttered shut as she relaxed in my hold.
I squeezed some soap onto my bare hands and laid them on her shoulders. Clouds of suds formed as I rubbed the soap around her soft skin. Gently, I pressed my fingers around her shoulder blades and the back of her neck.
Audrey hummed in content, her head falling to the side.
The curve of her neck glistened under the light, making the water droplets sparkle like diamonds on her brown skin. I buried my face into the nook of her neck and pecked soft kisses on each one.
My hands slid down her arms, beneath the water and onto her legs. I rubbed my palms in circles on her thighs, my fingers slithering between them.
Her legs parted at my touch, permitting access to her sweet center.
I took my time reaching my destination, taking a moment caressing every inch of skin on the journey.
A moan purred in her throat as my fingers brushed against her pussy.
Slowly, I swiped my finger up and down her slit. My tongue prodded at the wet skin of her neck, lapping at the moisture there.
Audrey squirmed in my grasp. She tried to shove herself forward, desperate for more pressure from my fingers.
I wrapped an arm around her waist to keep her still. My fingers rose and swirled around her clit.
“Max,” she whined, her back arching.
I pressed harder against her clit, curious to see what other sounds she might make.
Audrey grabbed my wrist, stopping the movement. The water splashed around her as she turned in my arms and pressed her lips against mine.
Our lips moved slowly, passion dripping from every kiss. Our tongues lazily swirled around each other in a sensual waltz. One I never wanted to end.
My arms tightened around her, crushing Audrey’s bare, wet torso against mine.
Audrey adjusted herself onto my lap, setting her knees on either side of my lap. Her pussy pressed against my dick, and I groaned into her mouth.
At the sound, she rolled her hips against mine, sparking friction between us. Her hand lowered between us and wrapped around my dick. She positioned it against her entrance.
Our moans blended into each other as she slid onto my dick. She went all the way down the length, settling there for a moment, before sliding backwards for another thrust.
I rocked my hips to meet her halfway, pushing myself deeper inside of her. With the warm water, her pussy was easy to slip in and out of.
But I wasn’t worried about a quick pace tonight. And from the lack of urgency in her movements, neither was Audrey.
Tonight was the first time in a long while that we’ve had a moment to breathe. There was no chaos, no noise, no waiting for the next punch life was gonna throw.
It was just us and the love we had for each other.
I didn’t know how long this calm would last, and I didn’t care. Not with Audrey in my arms where she belonged.
I’d fought hard to get her back. And while I’d fight for her love a million times over, tonight I wanted to savor my victory.
Audrey was mine again, and this time, I was never letting her go.