Chapter 39: Chapter 39

ROYCE

I had to stop the urge to touch Nelina again. It was the hardest thing I've ever done while she was sitting in my lap with only a bathrobe on. She smelled so good and enticing; her skin was soft and smooth in my touch; everything about her was tempting me to touch and make love with her again. I wanted to spend time with her for the rest of the day, but she had the vacation schedule for her and Marica alone to celebrate her birthday. I can't argue with that, so I had to restrain myself.

Nelina stood in front of the mirror, fixing her hair after changing into the floral printed red maxi dress I got for her. She looked delicate and elegant, even in just a simple homie dress.

"So, you have plenty of women's dresses in your closet every time you travel. Is that it?"

I chuckled, looking at her face.

"Are you suspecting that there might be other women who would visit me here?" The idea of her getting jealous was so cute.

"I was asking you. Why don't you answer?" Nelly said, rolling her eyes. I can tell she was a little irritated.

"Of course not; there are no other women. I got it all for you. Have you seen those bathing suits and diving suits there? They're all for you, for your water activities later. I heard from Marica that you like scuba diving, so I delivered them early morning. It came when you were still asleep."

"You didn't have to. Marica and I went swimsuit shopping yesterday, and for the scuba diving suit, we can have them later in the shop."

"No, you don't have to. Take it all, no one else will use them but you, my doll," I said, gently pinching her cheek as I got close to her.

We stared at each other, and I felt that we had the same thing in mind. I leaned over Nelly, and as our lips almost touched, Nelina's phone rang.

"I have to take it," Nelina said, her breath fanning on my face.

"Sure."

"Hello, Marie? I'll be a minute."

And my guess was correct; it was Marica again, for the second time.

I head on to the wardrobe and stuff everything she needs into a bag. She needs swimsuits, scuba diving suits, and even sunscreens to protect her skin. A few minutes later, Nelina appeared behind me.

"I got to go."

I stood up and retrieved a rectangular box from my pocket.

"Before you go, I have something for you. Can you please open this here?" I begged, handing her a wrapped box.

Nelina's eyes narrowed a bit in confusion. "What is this?"

"A birthday present."

"But you had one yesterday when you visited home. You shouldn't have to get another one," Nelly said when she finally took the box from me.

"Flowers? No, it wasn't a birthday gift. And the birthday cake could not be considered a gift as well. For me, a gift is something you can have or use every day, not the ones that we eat or just disappear. Baby, please open it."

Nelina started untying the red ribbon of the box. She stared at the box after opening it like she was trying to figure out what it really was.

"It's one of my granny's pendants, a classic one, a pink diamond. My grandma had it customized for her. The silver necklace is new; I bought it yesterday. Do you like it?"

"Yes, it's beautiful. Your granny has good taste in terms of the diamond pendant. But are you sure you're giving this to me? This is so precious to you and your grandma. It is a family treasure; it has a lot of sentimental value."

"Yes, I am sure and no more buts, okay? Let me wear this on your neck," I said as I took the necklace from the box. Nelly turned around and gathered her hair; I carefully locked the chain on her neck.

"This necklace suits you well, just like my granny. Please take care of this piece for my granny and me."

"And now you're giving me too much responsibility."

"Am I?" I asked, gently pinching her chin. I trailed a finger in Nelly's blushed cheek; she avoided my eyes and looked down on my lips instead.

I didn't wait for another signal; I owned her lips again. I didn't have the strength to stop myself, so I deepened our kiss when Nelly had no protest. We were at the same pace as she reciprocated my kiss; we touched each other's tongues. It was soft, giving me the sweet sensations of owning her.

My hands were on Nelly's waist, and hers were on my neck. Nelina moaned when I slowly moved a hand and cupped her ass; she has the perfect ass that I enjoy squeezing. She started caressing my head with her fingers, stimulating the sweet sensation in my scalp.

Nelly moaned even more When I moved a hand on her chest before she parted our lips. Nelly put her palms on her blushed cheeks, trying to catch her breath.

"We can't," she said in her brittle voice.

I pulled her into my arms and gave little kisses on her forehead.

"It's okay," I said, caressing her back to comfort her.

Nelina wrapped her arms around me, and we felt each other's body heat. I looked into her peaceful face as she rested her head in my chest; my chest rose and fell while trying to catch my breath. We hugged for a few minutes until we finally caught our breath.

Nelina had to leave and spend time with Marica while I was catching up with my friends. I intentionally wanted to try scuba diving and convinced my friends to have it instead of different water activities. Hoping to have a glimpse of Nelly there trying scuba diving as well. The thought of her in a two-piece swimwear heated my body. It will be a lie if I say I don't wanna see her in a two-piece before seeing her in a scuba diving suit.

"Hey, buddy! Do you care to share how your night was with Nelly?" Leo tapped my shoulder as he walked by my side on our way to the scuba diving site.

"Yes, Royce, how was it? You and Nelly were the first to leave the bar. You left us in the dark while having a good time with your girl," Rico teased.

"Rico, guys, Nelly is not like any other girl we met before. I don't see her that way, and I like her. So I would like to keep whatever we have between us now. I will tell you whenever we are ready. Okay?"

"Oh, it seems like our guy here is really into her drop-dead gorgeous girl," Santi said behind me.

"Guys, don't you act like you were left behind. I know you can always find women wherever you find yourself."

Rico giggled. "Brother, you are a true friend; you really know us. Yeah, last night was fun but guess who had more fun than the rest of us?"

"Don't you dare," Leo said in conviction.

"Leo, you have to remember that Marica is my cousin. You should not treat her like you treated other girls before," Andi said in command.

"I know, Andi, you don't have to remind me," Leo said politely. There was a trace of sincerity in his voice.

I tapped Leo's shoulder. "Brother, I didn't know you had an interest in Nelly's best friend."

"Look, man, it's not that serious yet. We both know that we're still getting to know each other. If you think our relationship could affect you and Nelly."

I honestly don't want any problem between Marica and Leo as it would probably affect Nelly. She loves her best friend so much; Marica is like her sister. I don't want to meddle in their relationship; I only want everything to be smooth.

And speaking of relationships, when I turned back again on my friends, I found them cuddling unfamiliar girls. They must have met them in the bar last night. I shook my head in disbelief at how fast they changed women in their arms. I can never do that.

My heart skipped a beat seeing Nelly not so far from us wearing a red two-piece swimsuit. It was a dream come true for me. I've seen everything about her body, yet I crave to see her with some parts left in my imagination.