Chapter 58: Chapter 58
" Do you regret me making love to you? " Bryan asked and his voice held desperation and he hoped that wouldn't be the case.
To his relief, Ava shook her head. " No that's not it, I just had to leave to gather my thoughts. I don't regret anything. "
Bryan sighed in relief." I don't regret it too "
Ava stared at him, surprise written on her face. " Really? "
Bryan didn't answer. Instead, he stood up, walked up to her and pulled her up on her feet. His hands slipped down her arms to hold her hands. He squeezed them gently " I'll never hurt you Ava, trust me. " Ava looked away, blushing.
" Look at me " He added, reaching out to turn her face to him.
He searched her face " Did you hear a word I said? "
Ava sighed and crossed her arms under her breasts. Bryan's eyes followed her action and his eyes became clouded with lust. He gulped and licked his lips unconsciously.
Ava realized he was staring at her breasts and smiled inwardly, as the tension in the room dissipated temporarily.
" My eyes are up here, Mister. " She said lightly and Bryan shook his head, jolted back into presence.
" Oh sorry. I was distracted for a minute. " He apologized, smiling sheepishly.
Ava smiled knowingly and her eyes casually strayed off his feet when she saw his d*ck perk up proudly. Bryan followed her gaze and smiled. He made no attempt to adjust himself, instead, he stood proud and tall, hoping it would turn on Ava the least bit.
Ava knew what he was doing and she admitted to herself that his trick worked because her p*ssy started to throb as she was reminded of last night's love making. She wanted more, she thought but decided not to give in to his seduction.
She cleared her throat " Look Bryan, I know what you're doing but trust me, it won't work. "
Bryan smirked and gave her a look that said, " You sure about that? "
Ava blushed but raised up her chin defiantly. " Your trick won't work... " She didn't get the chance to finish her sentence because Bryan sneaked his arm around her waist and pulled her to him. Her eyes widened in surprise but before she could open her mouth to protest, he kissed her passionately. Ava responded to the kiss immediately, her body craving his touch in which Bryan granted her willingly. He fondled her breasts and she moaned out.
" You want more? " He whispered into her ears.
" Mhmm hmm " She whispered throatily.
All of a sudden, he stopped everything and looked straight into her eyes. " Be my girlfriend " He blurted out.
Bryan's unexpected request hung in the air, his words heavy with the weight of anticipation and vulnerability. " Date me, " he uttered huskily, the words laced with an unspoken plea, his voice a fervent invitation into an uncharted territory of their relationship.
" Make me a complete man by being my girlfriend " He added, playing with her hair.
Ava's eyes widened in shock at the suddenness of his proposition. She stared up at him, momentarily speechless, her mind racing to comprehend the gravity of his request and the whirlwind of emotions that followed.
" Ava, " Bryan's voice called out after a moment of silence, breaking through her daze.
" Huh uh? " she murmured in a daze, still trying to grasp the reality of the situation, her voice barely above a whisper as she struggled to process his unexpected declaration.
" Be my girlfriend, Ava, " Bryan repeated, his arms enveloping her in a gentle embrace, a silent plea nestled within his tender touch. He observed the myriad of emotions that danced within her eyes—fear, doubt, and uncertainty warring for dominance in her expression.
Ava's breath caught in her throat as she met his gaze, the intensity of the moment locking them in a silent exchange. She felt a jumble of emotions surge within her—a blend of fear stemming from past vulnerabilities, uncertainty about their future, and the hesitant flutter of a longing heart.
They stood there, locked in a wordless exchange, their eyes communicating volumes in the silent dialogue between them. The air seemed charged with the unspoken words, a poignant moment teetering on the precipice of a decision that could redefine the course of their relationship.
Ava's heart yearned for the connection they shared, the warmth of his embrace, and the possibility of a future together. Yet, the weight of past experiences and the fear of vulnerability held her back, intertwining with the tentative hope that danced within her gaze.
They remained suspended in time, caught in the limbo of uncertainty, each grappling with their own conflicting emotions, the palpable tension between them unraveling the intricate tapestry of their unspoken desires and uncharted fears.
" But... But you know nothing about me, " Ava whispered, her voice tinged with a trace of disbelief, her shock palpable in the quiver of her words. The weight of her apprehension and the stark reality of their unfamiliarity loomed between them, a barrier to the possibility Bryan had proposed.
Bryan's arms remained gently wrapped around her, his eyes reflecting a mix of determination and a yearning for understanding. He met her gaze, the depth of his emotions mirroring the unspoken desire to bridge the gap that separated them.
" I want to, " Bryan replied softly, his voice carrying a sense of sincerity and earnestness. He held her gaze with unwavering determination, a silent vow to unravel the mysteries of her past and understand the intricacies of her being.
Ava's heart felt torn between the vulnerability of revealing her innermost self and the tentative hope of being understood. Her gaze flickered with uncertainty, the lingering traces of past wounds and the fear of being fully known threatening to cloud her decision.