Stroke of Sapphire

Chapter Fifteen

Sapphire hung over Jake’s shoulder as he carried her to the bedroom. The flash of heat in his eyes left her with no doubts about how they were going to spend the rest of their evening. He’d tossed her over his shoulder as though she weighed nothing and, she admitted to herself, it was quite a turn-on. Jake was incredibly strong, but she never feared he’d use it against her.

From her vantage point, she had a great view of his butt and would have patted it but she was too busy admiring her engagement ring. She turned her hand one way, then another. The ring was simple in design, but it suited her perfectly and fit as though it had been made for her. The bracelet she’d crafted circled her wrist, an endless promise. And he was wearing the ring she’d given him. The only way this night could get more perfect would be if Jake told her he loved her.

And he had in his own way. She would be content with that. Actions spoke louder than words and Jake was indeed a man of action. He leaned over and she went tumbling forward, her back hitting the mattress. She bounced once before settling.

Jake ripped his sweater over his head, tossing it aside. Thick muscles bunched and rippled across his chest and arms. She wanted to touch him.

Sapphire came up on her knees and scooted to the end of the bed. She splayed her hands over his muscular torso, kneading it, stroking it. His breathing grew harsh and he placed his hands over hers, stopping her from teasing his nipples with her thumbs.

He took a step back, but tugged her with him. “Come.”

She scrambled off the bed to stand in front of him. He brushed back a few stray locks of her hair from her face before reaching behind and undoing the clip that was holding the bulk of it back. He tossed the clip onto her nightstand and threaded his fingers through the thick mass.

“I love your hair.” He fisted it in his hands and gently tugged her closer. “It’s so wild and alive, just like you.” He kissed her. Not a gentle kiss, but one of claiming, of ownership. He took her mouth and she opened to him, giving him whatever he needed. His mouth tasted of spices and wine from dinner. It was hot and masculine and wholly consuming. She rested her hands on his bare flesh, feeling the heavy thud of his heart against her palm and the rise and fall of his chest as his breathing grew more ragged.

She wasn’t in any better shape. Her lungs were starved for air by the time he released her. Her entire body was quivering with need, the surface of her skin tingling and alive.

Jake slid his hands over her throat, across her collarbone to the top button of her blouse. Slowly, he undid it, then the next button and the next, until the waistband of her skirt stopped him from releasing the last two. He tugged on her blouse, pulling it away from her skirt. He made quick work of the final closures and shoved the garment down her arms. It fluttered to the floor behind her.

“Beautiful,” he murmured. He cupped her heavy mounds of her breasts through the silky fabric of her bra, his thumb circling her engorged nipple. “Perfect.” He bent down, captured the nub and sucked hard. Sapphire cried out as she felt the tug of his mouth all the way to her womb. Heat flooded her pussy, followed by a rush of liquid arousal.

Jake found the closure in the back and released the hooks. He pulled the straps down her arms and the bra joined the other discarded pieces of clothing.

“Take off your skirt.” He bent down and yanked off his socks, leaving him clad in only his jeans. He opened the snap, but didn’t make any further move to remove them. His cock was hard, tenting the front of his jeans.

Sapphire reached behind and pulled down the zipper. The rasping sound was unusually loud, adding to the growing tension. She gave a shimmy and the material flowed over her hips, pooling at her feet. Her bikini panties were the only thing left covering her and there was barely enough material to cover her mound.

His eyes followed every curve of her body, from her breasts to her waist and hips, down her legs to her bare feet.

“Finish it.” His voice was rough and deep. Every muscle of his torso was sharply delineated and a fine sheen of sweat covered it.

Sapphire hooked her thumbs in the band and shoved them down, stepping out of them and kicking them away. “I want to see you.” It wasn’t fair that she was naked and he wasn’t.

One corner of his mouth kicked up. “Want to see me, do you?”

“Yes.” She eyed the tight fit of his jeans and licked her lips. “I definitely want to see you.”

He gave a bark of laughter and unzipped his jeans. “Never let it be said I disappointed a lady.” He shoved his pants down and kicked them away. He’d forgone underwear again tonight, so he was gloriously naked, his cock jutting toward her.

She reached out her hand but he shook his head. She lowered it, feeling slightly frustrated. “That’s not fair,” she pouted.

“You won’t be disappointed,” he promised. “Turn around, put your hands on the bed and lean forward.”

Sapphire faced the bed, glancing over her shoulder to give him what she hoped was a sexy look before putting both palms flat on the mattress. She felt him behind her, large and radiating heat and sexual energy.

His foot tapped the inside of hers. “Spread your legs wider.”

The position left her vulnerable and open. She didn’t hesitate. Her breasts ached to be touched and her pussy was practically begging him to fuck her it was so wet and ready.

Strong hands stroked down her back and cupped her ass. She’d done some reading online and knew that some dominants liked to spank women, but he never had. It was like he’d said. He liked control, but he wouldn’t ever do anything that might hurt her in the remotest way. Instead of feeling controlled, she felt cherished and protected.

His fingers kneaded her behind. “I love your ass. It’s so full and firm.” Lips grazed the mounds, followed by the scrape of teeth. Goose bumps raced down her legs and she gasped.

Jake stroked down her thighs to her knees before gliding upward. She sucked in a breath, silently pleading with him to touch her pussy. He didn’t disappoint.

A thick finger pushed into her slick channel. “You’re already hot and wet.” She didn’t answer and there really wasn’t anything to say. She was always horny around Jake. It would have been embarrassing except for the fact he was always aroused around her too. The feeling was obviously mutual.

He pulled his finger out and her inner muscles clamped around it, trying to keep it inside her, but he wouldn’t be stopped. She heard a sucking sound that was quickly followed by a hum of pleasure. “You taste sweet and spicy at the same time.” Her face flamed when she realized he’d tasted her arousal. “What should I do with you?”

She had plenty of suggestions, but kept them to herself for now, sensing Jake was enjoying prolonging the moment and building the tension for both of them. She went up on her toes and swung her ass from side to side to entice him.

Jake swore, his hands gripped her hips and she felt his hot breath on the slick folds of her pussy. He was on his knees behind her, looking at her. There was no hiding how much she wanted him and she didn’t want to. She glanced to the left and looked at her ring and the bracelet, both symbols of her love for him. There was no greater aphrodisiac in the world than love.

She wanted to give him whatever he needed. Not that it was all altruistic on her part. Oh no. She knew Jake would more than see to her satisfaction, and several times, before the night was done.

His tongue stroked over her sensitive folds, wringing a cry of pleasure from deep within her. “That’s it,” he crooned. “Give me everything.”

Jake was diabolical in his efforts to push her over the edge. His tongue circled her clit, teasing it from its hood before sucking on the sensitive nub. She fisted her hands in the comforter even as she rocked her hips back, silently begging him not to stop.

One finger filled her, then two, stretching her wide, preparing her for his penetration. He fucked her with his fingers, curling them on each retreat, finding the spot that drove her wild.

Her hips bucked as he used tongue and mouth and fingers on her. Her hair tumbled over her face and shoulders. She buried her face in the comforter and cried out. Her orgasm crashed over her, sweeping her away in a wave of pleasure. Jake’s strong fingers continued to plunge in and out until she all but collapsed on the bed.

Jake stood and wrapped his hands around her waist, keeping her upright. He positioned himself behind her, fitted the head of his cock against her opening and pushed, filling her completely.

“Too much,” she gasped. Aftershocks from her orgasm still shook her and her pussy spasmed around his cock, clutching at his hard length.

“It’s not too much. You can take me.” He slid almost all the way out before forging inward. All the nerve endings in her sheath were stimulated with each thrust. Tears leaked from the corners of her eyes, the pleasure was almost unbearable. With each stroke his sac brushed against her clit, sending spasms of pleasure rushing through her.

Jake kept his thrusts slow and easy, but he never stopped. Her body grew aroused all over again until she was moving with him, reaching for another orgasm.

“That’s it,” he encouraged. “You can come for me again, babe. Just let go. Let me take care of you.”

He banded one arm around her waist to keep her upright and his other hand shifted lower, his fingers widening the lips of her pussy. He stroked one of them over her clit and she came.

She called his name, letting herself go with the pleasure. Her face buried against the comforter, she gave another cry. The muscles in her legs quivered. Jake pulled his cock out of her and released her, keeping one arm around her waist as she slid to the floor, her legs unable to hold her any longer.

She sprawled on the floor, her face against the edge of the mattress. She gasped for breath, shivering as an aftershock shook her. Her entire body was alive, sensitive to the slightest touch. Her hair was covering her face so she brushed it away and peered up at Jake, who was standing beside her.

His expression was one of fierce satisfaction. His cock was still fully erect. He hadn’t come. She’d had two orgasms but he’d yet to find release. When his gaze caught hers, he crooked his finger at her. Limbs shaking, she managed to turn to face him, gripping his thighs for support. His cock bobbed in front of her, a tangible reminder of what he hadn’t done yet.

“Suck my cock, babe.” He tangled his fingers in her hair and brought her mouth level with his erection. “You know what I need. Give it to me.”

Sapphire opened her mouth and took the head inside, sucking on it like a lollipop. She ran her tongue around the ridge, drawing a moan from him. His grip on her hair tightened, making her scalp tingle. “Yes,” he groaned. “More. Take more of me.”

She gripped the base of his cock and stroked up his hard length. On the down stroke, she took him deeper into her mouth, pulling her cheeks in tight for greater suction. Her free hand captured his balls, gently manipulating them until his sac grew hard and drew up tight to his body.

She lapped at the slit in the tip of his shaft, gathering the liquid that leaked out. He tasted salty and musky, all man. Pulses of pleasure had her body still humming, but gradually the satisfaction turned to arousal again. She rubbed her aching breasts against one of his hard, hairy thighs, gaining some relief.

Jake growled and then gently pulled her away, her mouth reluctantly releasing him. “Now. I can’t wait any longer.”

He all but dragged her off the floor and tossed her onto the bed with her legs hanging over. He lifted them and shoved them over his shoulders. Cock hard and thick, he pushed inward, his eyes never leaving her face.

She sucked in a breath and bit her bottom lip as he surged forward, forcing her swollen tissues to stretch, to accept him once again. She raised her hands above her head and gripped the comforter, letting him know she would give him whatever he needed, that she trusted him completely.

Jake didn’t know how his dick hadn’t already exploded. The sweet taste of Sapphire’s cream lingered on his lips and tongue, his cock throbbed, begging for release. Yet, he clenched his teeth and held on, not wanting this moment to end.

It was such a turn-on when Sapphire did as he asked with no hesitation. The way she’d bent forward, spread her legs wide and let him look at her. More than that, let him feast on her pussy and finger-fuck her until she came. Then he’d taken her from behind and she’d orgasmed again for him. He’d barely hung on, but he had.

Then her mouth, her glorious, hot, moist mouth had sucked him as hard as her cunt had. She’d played with his balls until he’d almost shot his load into her mouth. But he hadn’t wanted tonight to end that way. Another night, and soon, but tonight he wanted to be buried in her wet heat, her eyes watching his as they both came.

Sapphire was spread before him, her arms raised above her and resting on the mattress—a sign of her surrender and trust—a bounty for the taking. And his. Always his. His ring glinted on her finger and the bracelet she’d created was wrapped around her wrist, a tangible reminder of agreement to relinquish control to him in the bedroom.

His chest expanded and he sucked in a breath. Deep inside him, something hard and painful settled. He belonged with this woman and would do whatever it took to keep her safe and happy. And heaven help anyone who tried to hurt her.

Feeling fierce and possessive, he leaned forward, the change in position driving his cock even deeper, and cupped her breasts. Her nipples were more red than pink and puckered tight. He lightly pinched the nubs and her pussy spasmed around his shaft. Stars exploded in his mind, like fireworks or gunfire. He released her breasts and clamped his hands around her hips, holding on for dear life. Only Sapphire anchored him to the here and now.

He growled and began to fuck her hard, keeping his thrusts short and fast. His balls felt as if they were bound with shrink-wrap, his dick swelling until he could barely move within her.

His orgasm shot from his balls, up his shaft and out through the tip. And it was endless. He had no idea how long he held her there, her legs draped over his shoulders, his head bowed as he tried to catch his breath.

When he finally looked at her, she had one arm over her face and her lips were parted as she sucked air into her lungs. Carefully, he lowered her legs from his shoulders and removed his dick. He was still hard and she flinched slightly.

He frowned, hoping he hadn’t hurt her. Then she lowered her arm and gifted him with a sleepy smile. There was no other woman as giving as Sapphire. How he’d gotten lucky enough to find her was beyond him, but he was sure as hell keeping her now that he had her.

He lifted her into his arms, walked around to the side of the bed and yanked down the covers, depositing her carefully on the sheet. Leaving her briefly, he went to the bathroom, cleaned up and then ran a soft cloth under warm water. Carrying the cloth back to the bed, he ran it over her arms and chest before cleaning between her thighs. She sighed but didn’t object.

He tossed the damp cloth onto the floor and crawled into bed beside her, tugging her into his arms. Sapphire was already asleep.

He was still holding her tight when they woke the next morning. She smiled sleepily at him and he kissed her, letting their lips glide together, his tongue trailing over her bottom one. “Good morning, babe.”

“Good morning.” She rubbed her hand over his chest and his dick jumped.

He grabbed her hand and kissed the finger wearing his ring and then her wrist, which was covered in the bracelet. “I love you.” The words were out of his mouth before he’d even realized he was going to say them. He stiffened, but then slowly relaxed. It felt right to say them. He’d never said them to another woman and never would. Sapphire was the only woman for him. She accepted him as he was and he trusted her to stay with him through thick and thin.

Maybe there were a lot of things he couldn’t control in this world, but one thing he knew he could always count on was Sapphire’s love.

She buried her face against his chest and gave a suspicious sniff. He shifted position until he could see her face and frowned at the tears welling in her eyes. “What’s wrong?” Tension thrummed through him. Didn’t she want him to love her?

She shook her head and flung her arms around his neck. “Nothing is wrong. Everything is right. I love you too.”

He smiled then, knowing he’d been right to say the words. She needed to hear them as much as he did. “How about we get a shower and some breakfast.”

“Sounds good.” She swiped at her eyes, dropped a kiss on his lips and crawled out of bed. He admired her naked ass for a second before joining her in the bathroom and the shower.

An hour later, they were sitting at the kitchen table sipping coffee when Jake’s phone rang. He checked the caller ID and answered when he saw it was Dolan. “Yeah.”

“Looks like your boy is in trouble. It’s all over the front page of the newspaper.”

“Is it now?” Jake felt a broad smile crossing his face.

“He’s going to be busy for a long time. He might even go to jail.”

“Thanks for your help, man. Check your account today for final payment.”

“Will do. If you need me again, just call the new number. This phone is history.” The call ended and Jake tucked his phone back into his pocket. He’d dump his phone later, making sure to leave parts of it scattered all over the city. He and Dolan had met briefly yesterday and exchanged new numbers so they could keep in touch.

“What was that about?” Sapphire took a bite of her toast, munching it as she waited for an answer.

Jake rubbed his thumb over the ring he wore on his pinky. It was his reminder, his promise to always protect the woman he loved, and to be honest with her. “Seems as though Ivan Gregor is in trouble. Apparently it’s all over the news this morning.”

“Serves him right.” He was amused by her fierce reaction, even though he knew he shouldn’t be. Sapphire had a deep sense of justice and that’s what this was, plain and simple.

“I don’t think we need to worry about him any longer. He’s got his hands full dealing with other issues and his entire life is going to come under the microscope for a long time to come. He’s going to want to keep his nose as clean as possible to stay out of jail.” Of course, Jake planned to watch the situation carefully and if he felt Sapphire was in danger, he’d take more drastic measures. For now, he felt as though the problem had been dealt with.

“What are your plans for today?” he asked her.

She sipped her coffee and he could practically see the wheels turning in her head. “I thought I’d start planning a wedding.” She smiled at him. “How do you feel about a double wedding?”

“Works for me. Whatever you want.”

She got out of her chair and came around the table to sit in his lap. “Oh, I see what you’re up to. Agree to whatever the little woman wants and just get fitted for the tux.”

“Guilty.” He held up his hand. “I don’t care what you do as long as it makes you happy.”

“You make me happy.” She kissed him but pulled away before he deepened it. “None of that right now. I’ve got a ton of work to take care of and a wedding to plan.”

He growled and playfully patted her butt. “Later.”

“Definitely later,” she agreed. Then she grabbed her phone and hit a number on her speed dial. “Good morning, Topaz. How do you feel about a double wedding?”