The next day started with a golden vibe, still riding the magical wave from our wedding. It was splendid. Everything was like a dream. Ryker pulled out all the stops to make sure the whole event was unforgettable; from the venue that looked like it came out of a fantasy movie of a dreamland surrounded by flowers and nature, to the crazy intricate decorations that had me wondering if we accidentally walked into a movie set.We kept it low-key with just a few classmates, mine and Ryker’s family, and my best friend, making it an intimate wedding reception. But those few made the whole place buzz with good vibes. They say tough guys don’t cry, right? I thought so too, but Ryker was out there proving everyone wrong, blaming his teary eyes on the wind like it was some kind of ninja slicing onions around him. Hilarious, but it made the whole thing even more emotional and memorable.Opening my eyes, the sunlight played peek-a-boo through the curtains, telling me I had to get up now. Last nigh
“Yes, right there! Oh, please, please!” I screamed in urgency, my head thrown back as I felt myself coming. My knees were shaking and my heart was racing.At seven months pregnant, I never knew pregnancy could ignite such a strong desire, and with Ryker, it was impossible to deny. I thought our sex life would diminish when I got pregnant. But it only seemed to intensify. Ryker was always attentive, making sure I was comfortable and satisfied. I believe he liked me being pregnant even more than I thought. And now, as my belly grew bigger and our baby kicked inside me, our intimacy only grew stronger.His fingers expertly stroked my swollen clit. I knew I was close.“Squeeze my cock. Come for me.” He urged softly against my ear, licking the shell, his length grazing my walls deliciously.“Just like that,” I gasped, gripping the rails of the headboard as I felt his cock grate my walls, his movements never slowing. I liked it this hard. The aching in my core loved it.“What’s my name?” he
Graduation day had finally arrived, and the air was charged with excitement and anticipation.As I stood in line with my cap and gown, my heart raced, and my palms grew damp. It wasn’t the prospect of leaving college that made me nervous and happy at the same time; it was the fact that I would finally get to live my life without fear, and anxiety...and without my nightmare.I had avoided him as much as possible during all those days but today, it seemed impossible to escape him. The ceremony was small, and everyone was gathered in the same place. I could feel his presence behind me, and I could feel his eyes burning a hole in the back of my head.Trying to stay composed, I glanced around, looking for a friendly face in the crowd. I spotted my best friend, Emily, and gave her a weak smile. We would finally graduate together. Emily had always been there to support me, and today was no different. She mouthed reassuring words, reminding me to stay strong as she tilted her cap and winked a
The campus was droned with activity as students rushed to their classes. I could feel the students’ excitement, but here I was, so nervous. I inhaled and exhaled, trying to calm the fluttering butterflies in my stomach. My eyes darted nervously around the campus. I was on my way to my first class, clutching my books tightly and trying to find the place and blend in with the crowd when suddenly, I felt a tap on my shoulder. I turned to find a man towering over me, smirking and exuding an air of superiority. His blue eyes were piercing. His perfectly styled dirty blond hair accentuated his chiseled jawline, adding to his overall aura of confidence. His t-shirt hugged his broad shoulders as he crossed his arms, emphasizing his powerful presence.“What do we have here?” he said, his voice dripping with arrogance. “You look like a lost little lamb wandering into the lion’s den.”Ignoring his tone, I flashed him a smile, my eyes blinking rapidly. I was new to this school, and maybe I coul
I took a deep breath, trying to steady my nerves. Perhaps, I was just imagining things, right? So I dared look back, and the figure was gone. I chuckled nervously. See? Nobody.I let out a relieved sigh, feeling a bit silly for even thinking it was Ryker in the first place. “Wow, Harper, you really need to forget about him,” I muttered to myself, shaking my head.Standing up, I convinced myself it had just been a trick of the light or my overactive imagination playing tricks on me and left the place.“Good morning, Joselito,” I greeted him with a smile as he opened the glass door for me. “Hope you’re doing well today.”Joselito returned my smile, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he nodded. “Morning, Harper! Another day in paradise, you know.” He said as he handed me the sealed takeout coffees. He had been working as a guard in this building for three years now.I chuckled. “Thank you. You never miss this.”“Never in these two years.” He replied with a boyish grin.As I walked towa
The school hallway was bustling with students during the lunch break and at the center of the chaos was Ryker. I stood at my locker, searching for a book I needed for my next class. My long, chestnut hair cascaded over my shoulders as I concentrated on my task. Wearing my hair that way made me feel sheltered from the chaos. I found the book and immediately shut the locker only to get startled by Ryker leaning on behind the door, causing me to jump and drop my books. They scattered on the floor, my fragile confidence shattering along with them.“Oops, clumsy Harper,” Ryker sneered, a malicious grin on his face. “Always dropping things, aren’t you?”I felt my cheeks flush with embarrassment, and my heart raced. I knew this was coming. I bent down to pick up my fallen books. “Why do you do this, Ryker? What have I ever done to you?”Mason and Jake exchanged grins, waiting for the usual cruel retort.Ryker leaned in closer to me, his tone dripping with sarcasm. “Oh, Harper,” he taunted
I excused myself casually from the group when I saw Ryker sit down in my peripheral vision. I could feel the group’s curious eyes on me.“I will call Emily,” I told them. “Be right back.”As I walked away, I released my breath slowly. I thought I’d worn my confidence on full display, but his mere presence knocked that off in a second. And it was strange how his presence still had the power to stir up a whirlwind of emotions within me.“Come on, Emily. Where on earth are you?” I muttered under my breath, my impatience growing with each passing second.I impatiently tapped my foot as the phone rang on the other end. I glanced over my shoulder and looked around me. I went behind a big tree. Hugging myself tightly, I wrapped the long coat around me as if it were a protective shield against the emotions that threatened to overwhelm me.I closed my eyes and took a deep breath, trying to calm the racing of my heart as I leaned against the tree’s rough bark. The call directed me to a voicemai
Looking at my reflection in the mirror, my eyes were red from the recent tears I’d shed. I didn’t know how I had managed to make it home safely, but I was relieved to find myself home unharmed. However, my emotions were tangled in a web of conflicting feelings.I was scared. It wasn’t the fear of Ryker’s presence alone; it was the fear of my own vulnerability when I was around him. I wasn’t sure how I might react to his actions, his words, or even to his mere proximity that left me on the edge.And then there was the kiss. That stolen, forced kiss that had ignited a storm of conflicting emotions in my heart. Despite my apprehensions and the walls I had strongly built to guard my heart, I couldn’t deny the truth that...that I had liked the kiss.The way his lips had pressed against mine, the electricity that rocked my core, and the depth of longing in his eyes when he stared at me had all stirred something unexpected within me.“No, Harper. Don’t be naive,” I admonished myself. “This m