Chapter 27
Chapter Twenty-Seven
Eden was relieved to feel Randi squeeze her hand, but she still had to explain. She could see the shock in Randi’s eyes because they didn’t lie to each other.
“Do you remember five years ago,” Eden said. “I’d just moved into this house and had a New Year’s party.”
“Of course I remember,” Randi said. “It was a great party.”
Eden tilted her head. “No it wasn’t, you’re being nice.”
“It wasn’t a bad party.” Randi winced.
Eden smirked. “It was bad, until midnight.” Why was it so hard to breathe? Eden had been trying to take deep breaths to calm her racing heart. She felt Randi’s thumb gently stroking across her hand. She looked into Randi’s eyes and smiled.
“You knew how upset I was because Amy evidently didn’t want to start the New Year with me.”
“Dumb bitch,” Randi mumbled.
Eden smirked.
“Sorry, you know how I feel about her.”
“I do.” Eden nodded. “Anyway, you were determined to make me feel better and orchestrated a New Year’s kiss for me by standing in for Amy. Do you remember?”
“I remember,” Randi said just above a whisper.
Eden noticed the darkness all around them because she could see the stars reflecting in Randi’s eyes. They had softened just like the tone of her voice. She wondered if Randi’s heart was beating out of control just like hers.
Eden leaned a little closer and quietly said, “You told me to imagine Amy that night. Remember?”
Randi’s head moved ever so slightly and she leaned closer.
“I wasn’t kissing Amy,” Eden whispered. “I was kissing you and I’ve wanted to kiss you again so many times.”
Eden saw Randi’s eyes flutter then close. She could feel the heat of their breath then their lips touched in a warm, soft kiss. Her heart stopped, butterflies came to life in her stomach, and all her bones vanished from her body.
Randi pulled her lips away and Eden felt a moment of sadness. Why did this have to end so soon?
“Better than New Year’s,” Randi whispered against Eden’s lips.
Before Eden could respond Randi’s lips were on hers again.
There was nothing tentative or hesitant as their lips pressed together seeking and exploring.
Eden reached up with one of her hands and curled her fingers around the back of Randi’s neck holding their lips in place.
If this was the last kiss she shared with Randi Powell she was going to make it last.
A soft whimper sounded in the air around them and Eden wasn’t sure if it came from her or Randi. All thoughts left her brain when she felt Randi’s fingers caress her cheek and their tongues touched for the first time.
Eden melted against Randi and slid her hand around Randi’s waist. Their tongues began a battle with their moans as the soundtrack. Eden sucked Randi’s bottom lip into her mouth and gently bit down as Randi’s arm tightened around her.
Eden had no idea how long they had been kissing, but she was afraid to stop because then the spell could be broken.
Would Randi pull away? How could she explain what just happened?
One thing Eden knew for sure, Randi was kissing her back.
They were kissing and it was better than any kiss Eden had had before.
When they finally pulled apart, both gasping for air, Eden didn’t see questions in Randi’s eyes. She saw happiness.
“Let’s go inside,” Eden said.
“What about the shooting stars?”
“I just got my wish.” Eden smiled. “I’m hoping for more.”
She stood up and offered Randi her hand.
“Should we talk?” Randi asked, letting Eden pull her up.
“That’s something I would say.”
Randi chuckled. “This is more important than anything that’s ever happened to us.”
Eden cupped the side of Randi’s face. “We need to talk about the feelings we’ve obviously been trying to hide from one another, but I’d really rather show you right now. We have all night to talk.”
They left the blankets, pillows, and beer on the ground as Eden pulled them into the house. She led them directly to the bedroom. Randi had been in this room many times and even spent a night or two in Eden’s bed, but the new energy and excitement that surrounded them filled the space.
When they reached the foot of the bed, Randi stopped and Eden turned to face her.
“Are you sure?” Randi asked.
Eden nodded.
“I’m scared. I don’t want to—”
Eden put her finger over Randi’s lips. “I’m scared, too, but we will not lose each other.” She stared into Randi’s eyes and saw the softest smile on her face.
Eden felt Randi’s hands cup her face and her thumbs slowly stroked her cheeks.
Their lips met in a firm passionate kiss full of purpose.
All thoughts once again flew from Eden’s mind.
She didn’t know how Randi did it, but she could kiss everything away.
All that remained was a desire so intense Eden thought her heart might go up in flames.
She could feel the heat spreading through her body and a dull ache drummed deep inside her. Eden didn’t know if she’d ever been this turned on.
Randi must have felt it too because what started as slow and deliberate movements to remove their shirts and shorts quickly became frenzied as clothes flew off until they were standing naked in front of each other.
“You are so beautiful,” Randi said, slowing their pace. Eden could hear the love in her voice.
She smiled, reached up, and slid Randi’s hair tie down her ponytail. Her hair, free now, cascaded over her shoulders. “You know how much I love your hair.”
Randi nodded and took a deep breath.
“You are the most amazing woman, Randi.” She crashed her lips to Randi’s, her hands around her shoulders, and pulled them both down onto the bed. They were a tangle of arms and legs, but this kiss never faltered.
Eden moaned as her lips nibbled, sucked, and pressed until her tongue touched Randi’s. She could feel the groan that came from deep inside Randi which was music to her ears.
As their bodies twisted and shifted Eden wrapped her legs around Randi and groaned as her very wet center touched Randi’s thigh.
Her head fell back and Randi’s kisses were everywhere.
Her lips left a trail of fire down Eden’s neck, across her chest, and lower.
Eden could feel those luscious lips encircle her nipple with wet warmth.
When Randi sucked Eden into her mouth and bit down gently Eden almost came undone.
She gasped and encouraged Randi. “I’m not going to last.”
Eden felt Randi smile against her breast as her fingers trailed down Eden’s side, across her raised thigh then slipped between their bodies.
Randi raised up and Eden looked into her eyes. She could see love, a hint of attitude, and purpose. Her eyes never left Eden’s as her fingers began to roam through Eden’s wetness.
“Mmm.” Eden moaned and writhed under Randi’s touch.
“You are so hot and wet,” Randi whispered.
“For you.” Eden forced the words out between ragged breaths. “Please, babe.”
Eden could see the recognition in Randi’s eyes as she slid one finger then another inside. Her eyes closed as the sensation of fullness sent ripples of pleasure through her body. This was Randi and Eden wanted to feel it all.
“Open your eyes,” Randi said.
She forced her eyes open and could see the passion shining in Randi’s.
Eden’s lips parted as she gasped when Randi started to move above her. Their gaze was locked together and Eden held onto Randi’s shoulders as she picked up the pace. In perfect rhythm Eden could feel every stroke and never wanted this to end.
She bit down on her bottom lip and dug her fingers into Randi’s back. “Kiss me!”
Randi’s lips crushed against hers as she pushed her fingers deeper inside searching for Eden’s most sensitive spot.
Having to hold on, Eden tore her lips away as her arms tightened around Randi’s shoulders. She held on as Randi’s fingers stilled and a burst of euphoria swept through her body. This was more than pleasure.
Wave after wave continued to roll through Eden when she realized how tightly she was holding Randi to her chest. She didn’t want to move, but she also wanted Randi to breathe.
Eden eased her grip and Randi raised her head. She held Randi’s face between her hands and kissed her soundly. When she pulled away there was a satisfied smile on Randi’s face, but it lacked arrogance or hubris. It was full of love.
Randi chuckled. “You’re strong.”
Eden winced. “Sorry about that. I had to hold on.”
“Uh—”
“Don’t say we messed up!” Eden was suddenly afraid doubts and regrets might creep in and the bliss that surrounded them in this moment would fade away.
Randi’s brows crept up her forehead. “I was going to say…” She smiled down at Eden. “That was years worth of sparks that I’ve had with you.”
“Oh yeah?” The muscles in Eden’s face softened and she tilted her head. “Shouldn’t this feel awkward?”
Randi lifted one shoulder. “Was it awkward for you?”
“Not at all. How did it feel for you?”
Randi paused. “It felt like something you’ve looked forward to for a very long time and it’s finally here.”
“Oh God, it wasn’t as good as you thought it would be?”
“No, no,” Randi said. “It’s even better. Except I never let myself imagine this because…”
“We’re best friends. But we’re more than that and have been for a while.” Eden pushed Randi up and over onto her back. She stared down into her vibrant green eyes and smiled. “Let me show what all the sparks I’ve been holding for you feel like.”
“Mmm.” Randi groaned.
Eden softly pressed her lips to Randi’s.
She hoped to slow things down for both of them now that their immediate pent-up passion had been released.
Her lips nestled against Randi’s then her tongue lazily teased Randi’s mouth, exploring and wanting her to feel the energy that still hummed through her body.
She slowly began to kiss across Randi’s cheek to just below her ear and sucked gently. Eden couldn’t keep from smiling when she heard Randi groan.
“Fuck,” Randi murmured on a whispered breath.
Eden continued her exploration seeking those sensitive spots as she kissed down Randi’s neck and across her collarbone. Her tongue slid across Randi’s chest leaving goosebumps in its wake.
Randi had perfect breasts in Eden’s opinion and she’d told her so several times. They weren’t small nor were they too big. Eden cupped one breast in her hand as her tongue circled Randi’s other nipple before taking it into her mouth. She was rewarded with another melodic moan.
Eden lavished her mouth on Randi’s other breast before kissing her way down to her belly button. She raised up, settled herself between Randi’s legs, and met her gaze. “I know you like this.”
Randi smiled. “If I have to hold on, I’ll grab your hand.”
“Uh, no pressure,” Eden replied.
Randi’s smile softened and Eden felt Randi’s fingers comb through her hair.
Eden dropped her head, took a deep breath, and let her heart lead the way.
The scent of Randi’s arousal sent Eden’s lips lower. She slid her tongue across Randi’s lower belly from hip to hip. Eden could feel Randi’s muscles tense and knew she'd found another sweet spot. Her lips continued their trek lower until they just touched Randi’s center.
“God,” she moaned.
Eden didn’t want to tease Randi, at least not this time, so she ran her tongue from Randi’s opening up through her folds and back down. She drank in the aroma, the touch, the taste of Randi and for a moment felt lightheaded with desire and love.
Eden loved Randi Powell and had for a long time, but she wanted Randi to know she not only loved her, but was in love with her. She could say the actual words later, but right now she intended to show Randi. With a deep breath, Eden gathered herself and let her tongue roam.
She circled Randi’s clit with exaggerated strokes, down and around.
Then she circled Randi’s opening and slipped her tongue inside.
Eden felt Randi’s legs close around her head as her hips came off the bed.
She gently placed her hand on Randi’s stomach while she swept her tongue up and sucked Randi into her mouth.
“Oh, Eden!” she exclaimed.
This urged Eden on and she pushed Randi down, holding her firmly to her mouth, starting a slow intense rhythm. She feathered her tongue over Randi’s clit and suddenly felt Randi’s fingers interlace with hers. Eden heard Randi’s other hand slap down on the bed while she squeezed Eden’s hand tightly.
Randi’s moans rang around the room.
Eden once again sucked Randi into her mouth and held her there. She felt Randi’s muscles stiffen and Eden didn’t dare move. She could feel the pulsating of Randi’s orgasm through her tongue. Eden hoped the waves rolling through Randi were as sweet as the ones she’d experienced not long ago.
Randi’s hips relaxed onto the bed and Eden could feel Randi’s grip on her hand soften.
Eden gently kissed Randi’s center and looked up to see Randi’s labored breaths coming quickly. Her eyes were closed and she had the sweetest look on her face.
Randi opened her eyes and Eden didn’t try to hide the look of expectation on her face. Could Randi feel her love? Did she now know just how much Eden loved her?