“Breathe, sweetheart.” Avery’s voice came out strained. “That’s it.”
Eli exhaled shakily, the initial burn fading into a delicious fullness. He felt impossibly stretched, connected to Avery in the most intimate way. The weight of Avery above him, inside him, anchored him to this moment when everything else in his life felt adrift.
Avery brushed a curl from Eli’s forehead. “So perfect around me.”
Eli bit his bottom lip. “Can I touch you now?”
Avery’s features softened. “Oh, baby.” He smiled softly. “Absolutely.”
Eli threw his arms around Avery’s neck, and he responded by taking his mouth in a heated kiss. Even though he’d given Eli permission to touch, the kiss was a reminder of who was in charge.
Avery dropped to his elbows, caging Eli with his body, rocking his hips. Avery’s movements were slow at first, but grew in intensity until he was pounding into Eli with punishing thrusts. Avery’s larger frame kept him pinned to the mattress, and he released his hold on Avery, allowing his body to go limp.
Avery broke from the bruising kiss and grabbed Eli’s wrists, trapping him against the bed, fucking him with complete abandon. The room filled with the sounds of their bodies meeting, skin slapping against skin, their groans mingling.
“Fuck,” Avery growled. “Taking my cock like you were made for it.”
Avery’s movements became shaky, and he shoved a hand between their sweaty bodies, wrapping his palm around Eli’s throbbing cock. Avery curled his body, dropping his head next to Eli’s as he jacked him off with firm, quick strokes.
Eli didn’t register that Avery had let go of his wrist until he scratched his nails down Avery’s back. Avery gasped then froze, pumping cum into the condom. Eli tumbled after him, erupting over Avery’s fingers, the spunk pooling between them.
Eli floated in a state of bliss, his limbs languid and heavy, as Avery carefully pulled out. He winced slightly at the emptiness. Already, he missed the fullness, the connection. He watched as Avery disappeared into the bathroom, admiring the strong lines of his back, the curve of his ass.
He stretched languidly, feeling more relaxed than he had in weeks—maybe years. The sound of running water drifted from the bathroom, and moments later, Avery returned with a warm washcloth.
“Let me take care of my precious boy.”
Avery climbed back on the bed, and with tender strokes, he cleaned Eli’s stomach and between his legs. After taking the cloth back to the bathroom, he returned and lifted the blankets and comforter.
“Come on, sweetheart.” Avery gestured to the sheets. “Let’s get you under the covers so you don’t get cold.”
A moment of panic hit him that Avery might tuck him into bed, then leave the room. But his fears vanished when Avery slid in next to him. He pulled Eli into his strong arms, and Eli rested his head against Avery’s solid chest. Eli smiled against Avery’s slightly sweaty skin, the small chest hairs tickling his nose. Avery stroked his arm and let out a low hum that rumbled against Eli’s ear.
“How are you feeling?”
The tinge of concern in Avery’s question surprised Eli. At the same time, he imagined it must be a huge responsibility to care for a sub. He knew he certainly wouldn’t want that pressure. Add in his messed-up situation, and if he were Avery, it would be a big nope.
“So amazing, Sir.” He ran his fingers through the smattering of Avery’s chest hair. “I haven’t felt such peace since I can remember. Plus, you’re a great lay.”
Avery snorted. “Glad to hear it.” He gave Eli a squeeze. “On both accounts.”
“Sir? Are we still going to discuss the contract tonight?”
Avery continued to caress his arm. “I’d rather we wait until tomorrow, when we’re less tired and are thinking more clearly.”
Eli didn’t want to correct his Sir, but he was so amped from their encounter, he doubted he’d fall asleep any time soon.
“Okay.” He licked his dry lips. “Um, I have the next two days off.”
Avery let out a soft chuckle. “I know you do. That’s why I planned to take them off, as well.”
Eli gasped, lifting his head. “You did?”
“Of course. I want to take advantage of spending time with you without any obligations getting in our way.”
Eli didn’t want to dissolve into a bout of crying, but it wasn’t easy. He actuallywastired, had been under a ridiculous amount of stress, and now? A man as dedicated to his job as Avery was, an important man who had many people relying on him, was choosing to take two days off because ofhim.
“I don’t want to cause you any problems.” Eli sniffed as his composure slipped.