Kelly's
subconscious, however, wasn't quite as reassured by the events of the day as
her waking thoughts were. With her dreams overtaken by locked closet doors and
pools of dark-red blood, she woke up screaming as she struggled to free herself
from the iron bands encasing her.
"Shh,
Kelly, my darling one. You just had a bad dream. Hush. You're safe with Daddy.
Don't cry, sweet one. Don't cry. Calm down and listen to Daddy's voice as he
tells you how adored and desired you are."
Kelly
instantly calmed, which surprised her. Normally, when she suffered these
nightmares, she was left shaking for hours, but this man's tender restraint and
quiet manner soothed her. Content to be held, she yawned as she laid her head
against his shoulder. He was wearing soft-blue, silky pajamas and smelled like
tropical spice and pine. She nuzzled his chest, seeking his comfort. Actually,
she wanted more. She wanted him, even though she barely knew the man. Drawing
back a little, she gazed at him. His eyes were mostly gray but possessed a
light brown tint that imbued them with a warm glow.
"Is
making love out of the picture?" she asked softly.
"Is
that what you need?" His voice sounded huskier when he asked the question.
She
nodded. She did. She needed a man to hold and stroke her as he coaxed her
toward a shattering climax. She'd never really had an orgasm, other than the
one or two she'd snuck at the orphanage with her own hand. But she was
confident this man wouldn't just thrust himself inside her and leave her
unsatisfied. He'd take time to pleasure her, and she really, really needed
someone to love her right then.
He kissed
her lightly with warm, firm lips then rose and clasped his hands around her
waist. "My bed's bigger. Let's go in there." Though his tone remained
quietly reassuring, his pitch lowered significantly, and its timbre gained a
measure of intensity. He spoke to her as one adult to another, rather than
father to child.
Kelly gave
a single nod, so he lifted her from the bed to the floor and offered his hand
to steady her. Gripping his fingers in gratitude, she trotted along beside him.
Love this excerpt Kathryn. Poor Kelly, such trauma in her background. No wonder she needs to be loved. I love how reassuring her new Daddy is.
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Simultaneously sweet and sexy. Very satisfying!
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Kelly's had a rough life. She's an interesting character.
ReplyDeleteInteresting premise. Seems like she's going to learn a whole lot very soon, about how adults relate to one-another--while she's also being soothed.
ReplyDeleteThe dynamics between Kelly and her 'Daddy'are compelling in a good sexy way. Beautiful done.
ReplyDeleteThe dynamics between Kelly and her 'Daddy'are compelling in a good sexy way. Beautiful done.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done...
DeleteI like how he treats her with tenderness. The poor girl has been through a lot, but I sense her inner strength.
ReplyDeleteA calming influence in a troubled momnet. Good sscene.
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Love the interaction and really anticipate what comes next. Good job!
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