Page 25 of The Highland Curse
His lips unexpectedly left then, while the cool air from the cave brushed over her chest. She started to make a sound of protest, when another gasp escaped as his burning mouth found her other breast. Her fingers dug into his shoulders in attempt to prevent her control from falling apart. But it was no use. The sensation spiraled within her, permeating her entire body, and leaving her wet and wanting.
Unable to take more of the sweet agony, she reached blindly for him.
“Duncan,” she said.
He groaned at the sound of his name, and seemed ensnared by the same urgency that held Adrina captive. Lacing his fingers through her hair, he brought her head down. As soon as their lips touched, a fiery explosion tore through her center, momentarily making her pause. Whether or not he felt it as well, he didn’t show it. With single-minded focus, his tongue continued to trace along the seam of her lips, coaxing them apart. And when she opened up to him, he eagerly plunged into her as if he waited for this moment all his life.
Duncan broke away from her long enough to pull off hisleine,and to lay it down on the ground.
The fire cast soft shadows over his tawny skin, enhancing the display of muscles that cut along his shoulders, chest and abdomen. He sucked in his breath when she reached over to skim her palm across his taut ridges. Continuing with her exploration of his chiseled contours, she marveled at his strength, his breathtaking masculinity. Her eyes trailed lower, and when she took in his impressive arousal, her mouth went dry.
“Ye are sae big,” she said in wonder.
“’Tis because of ye.” His gaze narrowed as he watched her tongue dart across her lips.
Then without another word, he dropped his knees to the ground. The motion caused her to slide down his thighs, fitting her abruptly against him. The sudden contact elicited smoldering flames at her core. With nothing between them, he hauled her closer until she felt the velvety steel of his rod. Adrina closed her eyes and instinctively arched her back. Just as the titillating heat rolled over her, a fine layer of perspiration formed on her skin. His strong arms wrapped around her hips, and drew her back for another searing, soul-wrenching kiss.
The cavern echoed with pants and groans, and she wasn’t certain whether the noises were coming from herself or from Duncan. But it didn’t matter. Pleasure washed over her, and she wanted more.
Then without warning, he tore his lips away from her. “’Tis a mistake,” he said, his voice strained. “Ye are a virgin and —”
“Nay, dinnae stop, Duncan,” she said, holding his gaze even though her heart pounded in her rib cage. She was uncertain about what would happen next, but she knew irrevocably that she wanted,neededto experience the sizzling passion that he offered. Duncan had given her a small taste of what was possible, and now her desire was fully roused. If she passed on this chance, she might never have another opportunity to satisfy her curiosity, or her want.
He rolled her over until she was lying on the shirt that he had spread on the ground. “Och, lass, this is madness,” he murmured, covering his mouth with hers. Reaching between them, he grabbed his shaft, and lightly probed the damp folds of her sex.
“It will hurt a bit,” he warned, his voice hoarse and his face flushed. Sweat beaded on his forehead as if he was using all his willpower to restrain himself. “But it will be over quickly.” His hand lifted to caress her cheek, as if he was apologizing in advance for the pain that he would inflict.
Before Adrina could ask him to explain further, he thrust his hips forward, breaking past her maidenly resistance. At the unexpected move, her mouth dropped open and a sharp cry escaped.
Duncan held still while his hands framed the sides of her face. “I’m sorry that I couldnae spare ye the pain, lass,” he said, his voice ringing with regret. “I’ll make it up tae ye — I promise.”
A few seconds later, she discovered that the ache dulled. “It only hurt a little,” she admitted.
“Guid,” he said, releasing a breath of relief as he sat up. Without breaking contact, he gathered her up in his arms, and positioned her until she straddled him once again. Then taking hold of her hips, he moved to enter her. Adrina braced herself for more pain, but he easily slipped inside. When he was fully sheathed, he guided her movements, gently lifting her up and then down his long shaft. And with each downward stroke, she felt herself stretching to accommodate his rigid mass. The pain had completely subsided, and she reveled in the wondrous feeling of having him deep inside her.
As he continued to steer her movements, she could sense him observing her, even though her eyes were closed. But she was impatient to control her own motion. Drawing on an ancient instinct that was as familiar and exciting as the highland reel, she opened her legs further to take in the breadth of his hips.
Adrina wrapped her arms around his strong shoulders, leveraging herself as she slid slowly along his hot, solid mass. He leaned back on his hands, allowing her to take control. A sense of womanly power swept over her. She bent down and nipped his lower lip. Then taking from his example, she dipped inside his mouth, her tongue tangling, dueling with his. All the while small, desperate sounds emerged from the base of her throat. Suddenly he wasn’t close enough, and she wanted him deeper, so deep that he touched her soul. All her thoughts left her, and her body took over. Moving faster, she rocked her body against his. Her breathing became shallow and quick. And all the while, the pressure inside her core built up and up. Then an uncontrollable force took hold, compelling the delicate muscles inside her to ripple and quiver.
She let loose a broken cry, and collapsed against his hard chest. Her body had turned to mush while her heart continued to race. But little by little, her heart returned to its normal state, although she remained on the edge of euphoria. Now she knew the reason why women since the beginning of time reveled in the act of love-making.
“’Tis my turn,” Duncan said, breaking through her introspection. Then before she could acknowledge his words, he unleashed a torrent of suppressed passion. He stared at the rocky ceiling, his gaze appearing distant as he struggled to maintain his control.
Letting out a long, drawn out groan, he surged his hips upward while he pulled her down. He held her still while he drove into her, his movements becoming faster, more frenetic. And with each rocking thrust, she felt him thickening, expanding inside of her.
Then his body abruptly tensed, as if his masculine control was about to crack.
“Nay,” he said, cursing. “Nae now.”
But it was too late.
Even though he tried to contain his natural urge, his iron will snapped. A raw, guttural groan echoed in the cave just as his throbbing rod jerked, spilling its seed into her.
With their bodies still joined, he wrapped his powerful arms around her, tightening his hold as if he never wanted to let her go. Her own arms twined around his neck, and she rested her head on his chest, listening to the sturdy, rhythmic beating of his heart. No visions or voices disturbed her, and she permitted herself to melt further into his solid, protective embrace.
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Adrina’s angelic face was pillowed against her hands while her breath came out soft and even. It was with regret that Duncan had to clothe her. He preferred to keep her naked, so he could continue to enjoy the view of her luscious body even while she slept. But alas, they had run out of dry material to feed the fire, and the small warmth that remained wasn’t enough to cut out the night chill. He had retrieved his plaid and covered them both. Once the fire burned out completely, they would at least have body heat to share.
