Six

Stella,

  

      I had an absolutely amazing day with Kai today. The memory of how our day began still makes me feel a rush of excitement. It was a bit overwhelming when we unexpectedly stumbled upon his roommate and another girl being intimate.

      Kai is incredibly tender and considerate towards me. Yesterday, he touched me with such care, and when we arrived at the beach, his attention was solely focused on me. Despite other girls catching his eyes, he never once looked away. I can honestly say that I've never had as much fun as I did yesterday.

      Our time at the beach was incredible. We frolicked in the water and played for hours. Towards the end of the day, Kai showered me with kisses. He even took me further into the water, away from prying eyes, and pleased me until I reached climax once again. It was a revelation for me, as I had no prior knowledge of such experiences and how pleasurable they could be. To experience two orgasms in one day was truly mind-blowing. It's making me consider taking things further with Kai, although I'm still unsure. Being a girl can be challenging, especially when you already feel broken.

       Stella: I need your advice.

       Mac: Oh wow, what's on your mind?

      Stella: It's about Kai...

      Mac: Oh, Stella, you should totally go for it! He's clearly crazy about you, it's almost intimidating.

      Mac: But on a serious note, trust your instincts on this one. They won't lead you astray.

      Stella: How did you know that's what I wanted to talk about?

     Mac: It was written all over your face today.

     Stella: Oh...

     Mac: Don't worry, it suited you well.

    Stella: Thanks Mac... see you tomorrow.

After ending the call with Mac, I make my way down the hallway to Dakoda's room. Luckily, the guys aren't around at the moment. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy their company, but there are times when I just need some one-on-one time with my sister, like now.

     "Hey sis, did you have a great time at the beach today?" Dakoda asks me, and I immediately blush.

     "Whoa, what's that reaction for?" Dakoda wonders. "Did something happen between you and Kai today?"

I press my lips together and nod in response.

     "Oh my gosh, Stella, spill the details!" Dakoda squeals.

        So, I take a seat on Dakoda's bed and begin telling her about the apartment, all the way up to our plans for the beach. As I finish, I confess, "I think I want to have sex with him."

      Dakoda just stares at me, her expression filled with concern. "Are you absolutely sure you're ready for that? Once you go through with it, there's no going back. Stella... do you truly believe Kai is the right person for you?"

       I respond, "I no longer have my innocence because someone took it from me, as you may recall. And yes, I genuinely think Kai is the right one. Besides, I thought you liked him too, Dakoda."

      She apologizes, admitting, "You're right, Stella, I do like Kai. I'm not one to judge who you choose to have a sexual relationship with. We're both 18 years old, almost done with high school. You're an intelligent girl with a level head, sis... so if you believe you're ready, I say go for it. Plus, it's clear that Kai is head over heels for you."

      "That's what Mac said as well. I'm just unsure, Dakoda. I'm scared. But I'm even more terrified of letting fear control my life. Because that means the person who hurt me wins, and I refuse to let that happen."

      Dakoda offers her support, saying, "Then don't let him win, Stella."

      "Thank you, Dakoda. I'm going to go take a shower and get ready for bed. We have school tomorrow."

        "Sure thing, sis. Have a good night, Stella."

         I head back to my bedroom to prepare for a shower when I hear my phone buzz.

With a smile on my face, I walk towards my bedside table to grab my phone, assuming it's Kai sending me a goodnight message. However, as I reach my phone, I notice that it's an unfamiliar number that has messaged me. My heart sinks.

      "Oh no!"

       Unknown: No matter how far you go, Stella, it doesn't change the fact that we are destined to be together. And once I'm out, I will find you and take you away from there, no matter the cost.

      He can't possibly know my whereabouts - it's impossible. We made sure to keep it a secret that I had been discharged from the hospital. How did he manage to get my new number? We changed it specifically to avoid situations like this. When he was first arrested, even though I was fighting for my life, my classmates bombarded me with hurtful messages, calling me names and urging me to end my life. He would text me, apologizing for hurting me, claiming that we were meant to be together. He was just upset because he saw me with Chad that night. So, he messaged Chad, suggesting that there was an available room where we could talk.

I'll simply block the number and hopefully that will be sufficient.

         I push that thought out of my mind and make my way to the bathroom, craving a hot shower to wash away the events of the day. Once I'm done, I return to my room and lie down on my bed, patiently waiting for sleep to embrace me.

         This morning, I am abruptly awakened by the sound of my alarm, indicating that I must have dozed off. After getting dressed, I make my way downstairs to prepare breakfast for Dakoda and myself. The eggs, bacon, and toast are all set and ready on the counter. As I place them down, my phone vibrates, signaling an incoming call from my parents. Without hesitation, I answer it.

         "Hello."

         "Hello, darling. How are you doing this morning?"

         "Oh, goodness." Did Dakoda spill the beans?

        "I'm doing great, Mom. How are things over there?"

        "Well... sweetheart, that's actually why we're calling. We're on our way back home to pick you up. Despite our best efforts to shield you from it, we need your testimony to ensure he doesn't escape justice. So, we have to bring you along for the remainder of the trial."

         I feel a sinking sensation in my chest. "When will you arrive?" I ask, my voice filled with worry.

        "Stella, we'll be there in the morning. But we'll have to leave right away. So, please make sure you have everything you want to bring with you ready tonight... alright, sweetheart? I know this isn't ideal and you've finally started to settle in there, but unfortunately, you have to do this."

       "I understand, and if it means keeping him behind bars and preventing him from hurting anyone else, I'll do whatever it takes."

       "That's my girl," my dad says.

       "Well, I guess I'll see you guys in the morning," I said to my parents before ending the call.

      "Are Mom and Dad coming home?" Dakoda asks as he enters the kitchen.

     "Not for long. They're just coming to pick me up, and then we're heading back to Washington for the rest of the trial."

     "Oh, Stella, are you ready for that?"

     "I don't really have a choice. It's either testify or let him go free."

     And after receiving that text last night, there's no way I'm letting him walk away.

      "Oh, dear care bear, I deeply apologize for the hardship you're enduring. Would you like me to accompany you?"

      "No, I prefer you to stay away from this situation," I informed Dakoda. "Regardless, let's focus on finishing breakfast so we can make it to school."

       After we finish breakfast and prepare to leave, I face my sister. "Hey Dakoda, please keep this to yourself, alright?"

      "Absolutely, I won't utter a word," she assured me.

                 🙈🙉🙊

       Later that afternoon, as I prepare for the next day's trip with my parents, there's a knock on my door. It's Kai.

      "Are you planning to run away?" he asks.

       I chuckle at the idea, finding it tempting at the moment. I meet his gaze with sadness in my eyes. "No, I have to go back to    Washington for a while for that teacher's trial I mentioned to you."

     "Damn, Stella... I'm sorry, baby. Do you want me to come with you?"

     "I would love that more than anything," I reply, moving towards him and settling on his lap in my computer chair. "But you have school and you can't afford to miss it. Your school might not understand why you ditched to support your girlfriend."

    "I don't care about that, Stella. If you need me, I'll be there," Kai assures me, leaning in to give me the sweetest kiss.

    "I don't want to pressure you, but I have another idea for tonight. Are you up for it?" I ask Kai.

      "Um, what would that be?" Kai inquires.

      "Will you engage in intimate relations with me?" I ask him. His eyes widen. "Is that what you desire?" Kai whispers.

     "Yes." His response is concise... he then lifts me in his arms and secures the door. N   After completing the task, he guides us towards the bed and lays me down. Once his hands are free, he begins removing his clothes. Once that task is done... he proceeds to remove mine. Kai climbs onto the bed and leans over me after we both undress. "Are you certain, Stella... we can simply engage in foreplay if that is more comfortable for you right now," Kai suggests.

         "No, I want this, and I want it with you, Kai. I don't know how long I will be in Washington, so I want to do it tonight," I inform him.

        "Yes, ma'am," he says, examining my face. I suppose he is trying to ensure there is no doubt visible. Once he is satisfied, he kisses me. He gently spreads my legs apart. B  Then he positions himself between my legs, and I feel the tip of his penis right at my entrance, but he does not proceed any further for now. He simply kisses me for an extended period. When he comes up for air, he informs me that he is going to enter me, and I reassure him that it is alright.

            Kai enters me slowly, causing a slight sting that makes me wince. Concerned, Kai looks down at me and asks if I'm okay. I assure him that I just need a moment to adjust. Understanding, he gives me the time I need and kisses me again.

          Once I feel ready, I lift my hips to signal to Kai that he can resume his movements. I can feel his smile against my lips, but he doesn't say anything. He starts moving slowly at first, and the sensation is incredible. It seems to be pleasurable for him too because after a while, he picks up the pace and kisses me with more urgency.

          I reach my first orgasm fairly quickly, moaning in pleasure into his mouth. But even after I come down from the high, Kai continues to pleasure me. It's overwhelming, and I can't believe how intense my first sexual experience is turning out to be. As I reach my third orgasm, Kai lifts his head and lets me know that he's close.

         He asks if I think I have one more in me, but I pant and admit that I don't. Kai chuckles, confident that I can handle it. He suggests finding out how quickly he can make me climax with his penetration and his finger stimulating my clit. His words in my ear almost make me lose control.

          Kai's hand slips between our bodies, caressing my sensitive spot. He continues thrusting inside me with a rapid pace, just as he promised. I can't help but moan loudly, my pleasure pouring into Kai's mouth. As he slows down and utters my name with a grunt, we both catch our breath.

         We lie together, entangled, for a few moments after our passionate encounter. Kai peppers my neck and shoulder with kisses before sitting up and checking on me. "How are you feeling?" he asks.

      "I'm good," I reply, still catching my breath.

      "Let's clean up," he suggests, leading me to the bathroom where he starts the shower.

     After the refreshing shower, Kai and I snuggle up in my bed, engaging in deep conversation that stretches on for hours. Eventually, exhaustion takes over, and my eyelids grow heavy.

     Kai plants a gentle kiss on my cheek before I sense him getting up from the bed. I open my eyes, curious. "Where are you going?" I inquire.

     "I'm going to head home and let you get some rest, okay?" he explains.

     "Mmm, okay," I respond, drifting off to sleep.

               🙈🙉🙊

      "Stella, are you ready for the party?" Dakoda inquires. I express my inclination to stay home tonight, but she pleads with me to join her.

      "Come on, Stella. You never do anything with me anymore. Just come to this one party with me tonight, please."

      "Alright... I'll go this one time, but if I'm not enjoying myself, I'm going home, deal?"

      "Deal..." Dakoda smiles at me, and we head towards the college party where she and her boyfriend were invited.

      Once we arrive, I immediately regret not staying at home. The crowd is overwhelming for me. I've never been a fan of large gatherings. I suppose you could call me antisocial. However, a boy approaches me and strikes up a conversation, expressing his desire to dance. No one has ever asked me to dance before.

      "Yes... sure, I'll dance with you-" and as we dance, he asks for my name, so I share it with him, and he reciprocates. I feel comfortable enough with him, so when he suggests going upstairs, I throw caution to the wind. Upon reaching the upper floor, he forcefully pushes me into a room and begins laughing at me.    "Did you honestly think I would want to dance with a weirdo like you? You're nothing but a liar who's tired of being a nobody, so you attempted to take your own life, and when that failed, you tried to blame your teacher. You should die right now for your crimes."

         "I didn't lie about anything, that's what really happened to me," I shout back, but there's no one around. The room is empty, and it's a completely unfamiliar space. "So, Ms. Stella Savage, you're claiming that your teacher, Mr. Hamilton, raped you and threw you out of a window, but I find it hard to believe that you were actually thrown out of anything... or that a teacher with Mr. Hamilton's reputation would bother someone like you."

        "Well, he did," I cried out. "He stalked me for months before he did what he did." But when I glance back into the crowd, it's a different audience this time. It's Kai and the guys.

        "You should run away, Stella. Get as far away from people as possible," Kai advises.

       "What are you talking about, Kai? I thought you liked me."

      He lets out a wicked laugh. "You thought someone like me could actually like someone like you, Stella? Seriously."

     I woke up abruptly. What on earth was that all about?

     "Hey, sweetheart, are you alright? We heard you scream."

     "Yeah, my mom had a nightmare," I explained.

      My mom comes over to my bed and sits down next to me. "Don't worry, sweetheart. I promise I will always keep you safe."

      "I know, mom," I reply.

      After my mom leaves the room, I decide to freshen up with a shower to shake off the remnants of my own unsettling dream. Once I'm dressed, I gather my belongings and head downstairs. My dad kindly takes them to the car for me, and we say goodbye to my sister before leaving for the airport.

      As we settle into the car, I send a text to Kai.

      Stella: Good morning! We're on our way to the airport for Washington. Thank you for last night.

      It takes about an hour for Kai to respond, and I can't help but worry that my dream from last night had something to do with it. I fear that I may be too much of a burden for him.

      Kai: Good morning, beautiful. No, thank you for last night. I dreamt about you all night long. I can't wait for you to come back from Washington. I already miss you, babe.

Although I also dreamt about you last night, my dream was different from yours.

        "What has got you smiling, princess?" Dad inquires.

I hadn't even realized I was smiling. "Just a boy," I replied simply.

        "A boy?" my parents echo. Dad asks, "Just one?"

        "Yes, just one, dad. I'm not as courageous as my sister," I admit.

       "Who is this boy?" Mom inquires.

       "His name is Kai. He is Gage's older brother by a year..." I quickly explain before they have a chance to overreact.

     "Well, as long as he keeps that smile on your face, I don't care how old he is," Mom says supportively.

     "Within reason," Dad grumbles.

      The rest of the ride to the airport is filled with silence.

       After arriving at the airport, we proceed to the check-in line. Twenty minutes later, we board our plane and head towards Washington. The flight from Hawaii to Washington is not very long, so we arrive by 4pm that afternoon. Due to our circumstances, we are staying in a motel since my parents had to sell our house when we moved to Hawaii and we have no family or friends here. It seems that when you accuse a well-known professor of rape and attempted murder, you are presumed guilty until proven innocent.

      "Stella baby, we're here," my mom says, interrupting my thoughts.

      I step out of the rental car and make my way into the hotel room they booked for me. Now that I'm older, I have my own room. I guess my parents still want their privacy.

    Once I settled into my room, I decided to text Kai since he has already messaged me three times.

    Stella: Made it to my motel room.

    Kai: Mm, what are you wearing?

    Stella: Wouldn't you like to know, pervert?

    Kai: LOL, how was your flight?

   Stella: It was okay. It feels strange being back here.

   Kai: I can imagine. I wish I could have been there for you.

   Stella: You are here, Kai. You talk to me on the phone, even if it's just through texts. Are you calling? That's your way of being there for me.

   Stella: I want to thank you for being there for me, even before you knew me. You showed me that guys can be good, and you became my best friend from day one.

   Kai: You make it easy. I fell for you the moment I saw you, Stella, but I knew you needed time, so I became your best friend instead.

   Stella: I always thought you would never see me as more than a friend.

   Kai: Girl!!

   Stella: LOL, anyway, I'm thirsty so I'm going to get a drink and then go to bed.

   Kai: Goodnight, babe.

   Stella: Goodnight...

    After bidding Kai goodnight, I place my phone gently on the bed and make my way towards the soda machine. However, an eerie sensation creeps over me, as if someone is observing my every move. I swiftly turn around, only to find an empty space devoid of any presence.

    "Stella, you're becoming afraid of your own shadow," a voice taunts me, echoing through the air.

    Ignoring the unsettling feeling, I retrieve my soda and pivot to return to my room. Suddenly, an unknown assailant seizes me from behind, covering my nose and mouth with a peculiar-smelling cloth.

    "I warned you that we would reunite," the voice declares, sending shivers down my spine as I instantly recognize its source.

    Struggling to resist, I desperately attempt to fend off my attacker, but my limbs refuse to obey my commands. Gradually, the battle becomes futile as my eyelids grow heavy, eventually succumbing to the darkness that envelops me.