I take a deep breath, feeling my anxiety dissipate as I relax into his touch. "This feels... right," I whisper, my voice barely audible over the sound of my own heartbeat.

The rest of the night passes in a blur of passion and desire. He shows me how much he cares for me, his touch gentle and sure, and I respond with an eagerness that surprises even myself. It's not until long after we've finished that I realize just how much this means to him, how important I am to him.

As the last vestiges of desire fade away, he rolls over to spoon me from behind, his arms wrapped protectively around my waist. "I had so much fun tonight,"