Touched by a Phoenix (20 page)

Her reaction to his touch drove him to the brink of insanity. The heat from her body scorched him, as he loved her…all of her. Her normally tight legs trembled with desire—desire for him. Her breathing became erratic as she arched her back meeting his strokes, demanding more. He was in awe of his lusty lover, the woman he had not believed existed, the other half of his soul. He moaned with pleasure as his manhood came to full attention. Without a touch, she held power over his body, astounding him every time. She withheld nothing from him, denied him nothing. It was more exciting than anything in his wildest dreams.

The blood roared through her veins as if a volcano were exploding within her, sending lava streaming through every nerve. Her thighs clenched hard against him. She was no longer breathing as she arched hard against his fingers…pushing him deeper inside.

The universe came off its axis when he stroked her precious little spot as his lips closed down around her clit, demanding her all with his feather-like strokes. She plunged into the depths of pleasure. Her inner walls constricted around his fingers, sweet juices flowing freely as convulsions—one after another shook her being until she cried out,
“Oh my God…Baby…noooo,”
in a feeble attempt to plead for mercy.

He stilled, unwilling to let go, to give her body back…not yet, there was more to give this woman. The aroma of her sex wafted like a bouquet to be treasured, and he took immense pleasure in feeling her hot moisture surround his fingers. As her body settled, he gently withdrew from her, as he delightedly tasted her sweet juices. A soft groan escaped his lips as he cherished the gift she had given.

He came up and nestled beside her, lovingly pulling her onto her side to face him. “I love the way you deny me nothing. Please don’t ever change, darling.”

Her breath on his lips as he nudged her legs apart, she draped her leg over his thigh, and every muscle tightened around him as he slid his hard shaft inside his garden. His pace was languishing, leisurely slow as if he were savoring her very being. As her breathing calmed and her body began to relax, her legs opened, giving him a full range of motion—to slowly torture her with tantalizing and purposeful strokes intended to shatter her world. His lips found hers and with sweet tender kisses, he told her without words how he adored her. Her arms wrapped around him, pulling him even closer as their tongues entwined in slow, sensual kisses. Brad then made the sweetest, most passionate love to her. Every touch. Every kiss. Every stroke of his body inside hers filled her with emotion…raw and pure.

Alexis mewed like a kitten drowning in Brad’s love. He could feel her body tense, her walls constricting around him…she was reaching the point of no return. He felt that first rush of heat as the massive wildfire raged through his veins. He tensed as his heart pounded at her breath against his fire…threatening to consume them both. He buried his face in her neck to stifle the intensity of the thunderous groan as he released the longest, hottest, release of his life. A release that took them both to new heights of pleasure, driving them both to a slow cosmic orgasm.

“Good morning Alexis, come on back,” the older woman greeted as she opened the door.

“Good morning Dr. Williams, thank you for seeing me on such short notice.”

“My pleasure Alexis, you should know by now that you can call me anytime,” her warm smile was always a comfort.

Alexis grinned, “I know, but still, I do appreciate you making time for me.” Thankfully, they headed to the office rather than the examining room. She wasn’t sure that she would have been able to verbalize the questions otherwise.

Alexis had been seeing Dr. Williams since she was about fourteen, if she remembered correctly. Alexis remembered thinking she was old, but then again everyone over twenty-five was old to a teenager. She thought the doctor was in her late forties now and a striking woman.

“So Alexis, please sit down and tell me about this special someone. I’m happy for you but what happened to
‘I’ll never get involved with anyone’?
” she ventured, a sly little grin on her face.

“Dr. Williams,” Alexis blushed, “I hadn’t planned on any of this, it just happened.”

“Well, are you going to tell me or do I need to guess?”

“Oh no, his name is Brad and he’s wonderful.” The dreamy expression on Alexis’s face was more than telling.

Dr. Williams could not hide a grin. She had helped Alexis as much as she would allow after the rape—helped her through the physical parts of the recovery, but no one could help with the emotional aspects. Only time healed those wounds. She and Alexis had many conversations about moving on with life, but Alexis always refused. She was never able to put the rape behind her. Brad must be a special person if he was able to infiltrate her heart. The child absolutely glowed.

“Oh, my…you’re in love…,” the doctor seemed a bit surprised.

Alexis’s face melted and her words were honey smooth as she agreed, “Yes.”

“Wow.” That bit of news came as a shock. “Well now, I did not expect to hear that tidbit of information this morning. Have you told him about the rape?”

Her eyes softened. “Yes, he knows about the past,” she said quietly.

“I’m proud of you for telling him, Alexandria. I’m sure talking about it was difficult, but it is the first step in the healing process. I am relieved that you shared your pain with someone whom you can trust. How did he take the news?”

Alexis tilted her head, her words solemn as she spoke, “I believe that was our turning point. He held me all night and stopped the nightmares.” Tears glistened as she continued, “He said later he wouldn’t change the past if it meant we couldn’t be together.”

“Oh Alexis, it sounds like Brad might just be exactly what you needed. I’d like to meet him someday,” her warm smile reflected genuine happiness for Alexis. “Now…how far?”

Alexis turned beet red, “Pretty far.”

“So my dear, how do you feel about the lovemaking between you and Brad?” unable to keep the knowing smile from spreading to her eyes.

Alexis blushed crimson. “I don’t think I can even begin to describe how magical our relationship is,” she decided softly.

The knowing smile changed to a downright grin and with an arched eyebrow as the doctor observed, “Sounds like you’ve got it under control. So, what can I do for you?”

Alexis fidgeted in the chair, her legs crossed and her foot swinging just a little too firmly—a telltale sign of her nervousness. “Brad is much more experienced than I am and I need to…no…I want to please him in every way.”

The doctor’s eyebrow arched. “Like how much more, Alexis?”

Her words came out in a steady rush of air, “I have no idea, this is all so new, and I don’t want to disappoint him. Knowing the difference between what love should be and reality can sometimes be different. I’m sure there have to be some books that I could learn from—are some better than others?”

“Dear…,” the Doctor laughed softly, “there’s nothing to it. If you let your heart guide you, your body will follow. Profound love is a game of hearts and sex is mind over body. As long as you treat each other with respect and dignity outside the bedroom, the bedroom will take care of itself.”

Alexis sat in astonishment. “Dr. Williams, relationships seem so complex. Are you telling me that most people go about it backwards?”

“Yes dear, they do. Love is about respect and honesty…not sex. The relationship as a whole determines how good the sexual experience is. Once you build the foundation, everything else will simply follow. However, if one aspect is out-of-sync, the entire relationship suffers.”

Alexis couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “There has to be more to it than that. What he does to me is incredible, and I want to return the favor.”

“Okay…okay Alexis, let me think for a moment. This is not a question that I’m often asked.” The doctor gazed out the window for a moment, and then began typing on the computer. After what felt like an eternity, she began writing on a notepad.

“All right dear, here is a good Kama Sutra book. I believe you will find it useful. It’s a short book with photos. Most importantly the author does a good job explaining the what’s and how’s.” She paused and considered her next words carefully, “Now, this is a clean website. You can download several videos on the mechanics of how to give pleasure to your significant other. They use a lifelike dummy to replicate both the male and female when showing you how to perform the task, but…,” Dr. Williams paused before she continued, “they also explain the feelings and sensations each touch should create in your partner.”

Alexis’s hand trembled as she reached for the notepaper.

“Alexis, remember, you must never do anything you are not comfortable with and if he loves you, he will understand. By the way, as awkward as it might seem, perhaps you should watch the videos on what he might do to you. That way, you’re not caught off guard and can enjoy the pleasure he wishes to give you.”

“Yes, ma’am. Do you have any other words of wisdom?”

It was the doctor’s turn to tilt her head and sit back in the chair. She laced her fingers together and steepled her index fingers. “Yes as a matter of fact, there are two things,” she paused, “number one, the best advice I can give you is to always love him openly and freely and never be ashamed of your body, because he won’t be.” She took a long, deep breath, “And number two, every man loves lingerie. They consider it a gift, so go shopping. It will be the best investment you could make,” she finished with a devilish grin on her lips.

Demi raised her cute little head from her late morning sleeping habits. “OMG, we get to go shopping and for sexy lingerie. Doc, you just made my day. Oh girl, I am so in charge this time. None of your prudishly boring outfits this shopping trip!”

“Fine, you can have sexy but I draw the line at slutty!”

“While we’re at it, can we do something about those work suits of yours?”

“No, what’s wrong with my work suits?”

“Girl…she said to love him outside the bedroom too…what better way than to tease him senseless?”

“Oh, for the love of God. This is going to be a long day!”

“And by the way, we are looking at
all
the videos!”

Alexis turned her attention back to Dr. Williams. “Thank you Dr. Williams, you’ve given me a lot to think about.” Alexis shook her hand and left with a million thoughts running through her head and a demigoddess about to burst.

Alexis slid into the seat, her thoughts in a whirlwind.

“Girl…you need to call Daddy. You’re not going to work today.”

“Oh yes I am. I have work to do.”

“Oh no, you are not. We have more important things to do today.”

“We can do this later, all right?”

“Oh no, you are going to learn to take care of your man today, do you understand me?”

“Will you please…just shut up for a minute?”

“Okay, you may take as long as you need as long as I get my way!”

“Fine,” Alexis screamed, “if it will shut you up, we will do it your way.”

The song “Problem” by Beck G. started playing in Alexis’s head. Demi began to bebop to the rhythm of the music. Alexis sighed. The song fit the situation perfectly—it was going to be a very long day.

Alexis pulled her blackberry out and called Phillip. Oh, thank God…his voicemail.

“Father, I have a few things to take care of the for anniversary party. I won’t be in the office today, but you can reach me on the cell if you need me. Love you.”

She dialed another number.

“Good morning, Tiffany.”

“Yes, everything is fine. I have some details to take care of before the party. Will you reschedule my appointments for the remainder of the week?”

“Thank you Tiffany, I appreciate your help.”

The next call would be the hardest…Brad. “Hi, sweetheart.”

“Yes, everything went fine.”

“I’ve got a few things I need to take care of, so I’m taking the day off.”

“Yes, for the ann
iversary party plus a few personal things.”

“Yes love, I’m sure. The appointment went fine. No, there’s nothing to worry about. I promise.”

“See you for dinner.”

“I love you too.”

Chapter Nine

A
lexis turned on
the computer and sank down in the chair.

She had mixed feelings about what she was about to do. Taking a deep breath, she pulled up the Kama Sutra book…hit the buy button…and began the download. As she opened the book and began to scan the pages, there were more pictures than words. She groaned inwardly at the vivid images of couples in various positions.

I can’t do this, she thought.

“Oh yes, you can honey. Pleasing him was your idea, so pull up your big girl panties and let’s get to it,” Demi grinned.

Alexis started back at the beginning and read the entire book, seduction though closeness and using all five senses, bathing, and massages, etc.

Okay, that sounds simple enough. I can do that….

Now for the website Dr. Williams suggested.

You have got to be kidding me, Alexis’s mind screamed when she pulled up the site—no way! She lowered her head into her hands. With a huge sigh of resignation and a deep breath—a very deep breath—she lifted her head and watched the videos. After the first, the rest weren’t too bad; they were actually quite informative and well done. She had learned a lot this morning, perhaps a little more than she bargained for, but it gave her some delightful ideas. There was more to research and learn, but at least she had a starting point.

Intrigued with the bathing and massage techniques, Alexis perused the Internet to find various types of body massage techniques. A devilish little smile tugged at her lips.

Yes, I could definitely do those
things.

It was getting close to noon when she finished her initial research. To complete her quest, Alexis searched for elegant lingerie shops close by and found two.

Demi piped up on a particular venue, “That one.”

“Oh, so now you decide to talk to me.”

“Sorry, I was afraid you would stop looking if I talked too much.”

“You’re probably right there.”

Alexis pulled into the parking lot and rested her head on the steering wheel. All this was a bit overwhelming. Was she ready for this? The staggering love she had for Brad overwhelmed her. Slowly, she got out of the car.

“That one, that one, and
ooh,
you have to get that one.” Demi had a field day in the lingerie shop.

Eight bags and $2,152.37 later, she climbed back into the car, mentally exhausted.

“For a few minutes, I didn’t think you’d really go through with it.”

Alexis didn’t respond; her mind was racing. How many bra and panty sets does any one person need? Which little negligee would she wear tonight and what would Brad think?
Mmm,
that was a delicious little thought.

“Now, can we do something about those suits?”

“No, we are not doing anything about my business suits.”

“Puh-leeese,” she begged.

“Why, what’s wrong with my suits?”

“Nothin—if you’re old! Come on Alexis, you have to admit that below-the-knee skirts and blouses up to your neck are not very sexy.”

“You’re exaggerating!”

“No I’m not and you know it.”

Alexis sighed. Demi was right, she was a prude. “Fine, we’ll get a few outfits,” she resigned as she drove.

Demi did a little happy dance on the dashboard. She didn’t even bother to contain her elation at winning for the umpteenth time today.

“You know…Brad is moving down to the bunker this week to begin work on the new drone. He will be all by his lonesome; you could always go down and keep company.”

“That is disgusting!”

“
Noooo
honey…that is hot!”

One more stop and Alexis walked out of the boutique with several new suits, blouses, heels, and even a couple pair of nicely fitted jeans and tops. The blouses gave Demi major heartburn but Alexis had flat refused to reveal her cleavage. That was for Brad to see, not the rest of the world. However, the above the knee skirts and fitted jackets made Demi happy.

“Those jeans are fantastic on you, and honey those tops are absolutely brilliant! Now, do you think Brad is going to let you out of the house in a pair of those jeans, a pushup, and one of those knit tops?”

Alexis smiled despite herself. She remained somewhat conservative, but admitted she had never felt as sexy as she did in some of those outfits.

The weather was more than perfect for an outdoor social in early June. The evening air was warm with a cool breeze coming off the Potomac River, the hotel was magnificent in the evening with the lights accenting its prestigious architecture. As he stepped out of the hotel and onto the lawn, his usual purposeful gate came to a screeching halt. He had seen lavish before, but nothing compared with the vision of the beauty sprawling before him. He admired the tranquility Alexis had brought together for this special evening. It was both magical and serene.

The foliage was in full bloom and the air held an exquisite smell of roses. The setting sun behind him, yet spanned across the entire sky with the smattering of clouds lined the sky with vivid pinks, oranges, and indigos. It would be a magnificent evening.

The lawn was immaculate. Fountains were strategically scattered throughout the gardens, providing a soothing trickle of running water. The pier stretched long and graceful into the Potomac River, the lights from the pier already beginning to shimmer across the water as dusk approached.

Lights twinkled from every tree as if Alexis had plucked the stars from the sky and hung them in perfection. Bronze lanterns scattered the grounds, each framed with a mixture of pink and white flowers, dotting the lawn as if they illuminated a path to some majestic and magical place.

White flower petals scattered the grass like new fallen snow. Iconic stone pillars stood majestic and tall, the grounds transformed to resemble ancient Greece. Chiffon draped each of the pillars—each tied back with oversized fresh floral tieback, serving as sashes. They framed an exquisite walkway leading to a huge reception area, which was adorned with chandeliers hanging from the same chiffon fabrics.

He thought of his mother. She would have turned green with envy. For all of her wealth and multiple event planners, none could match the elegance sprawled before him. Alexis had done a splendid job.

As he stepped into the land of magic, the hostess greeted him. “Good evening Sir. May I have your name?”

“Brad Scott,” he replied with a warm smile.

“Yes sir, you will be sitting at the head table with the family.” She handed him a small card trimmed in gold filigree. The card had his full name with the table assignment embossed in gold; two gold wedding bands were entwined in the upper left-hand corner.

He read her name badge. “Thank you, Shannon.”

Shannon beamed a brilliant smile at him as she led him into a warm and inviting space. “Dinner will be served at 8:00 PM. Meanwhile, please feel free to mingle, have a drink, and enjoy yourself. If there is anything you need, please let one of our staff members know.”

The head table, he wondered how Alexis managed to pull it off, no one was aware of their relationship. They had decided to wait until after tonight to tell her parents. She wanted this night to be for them, and while he had agreed, he had absolutely no idea how he would manage to keep his hands or his eyes off his bewitching beauty this evening. Alexis had wanted to create a magical setting, resembling Catherine’s garden. Well, she had succeeded, he thought. The evening would be beautiful and…without even seeing her dress, something told him she would be stunning.

He walked into the largest fabric tent he had ever seen, and stopped to survey the space. Stone pillars supported the large tent, each trimmed in chiffon, flowers, and ribbons. Round tables covered in white linen tablecloths sat scattered throughout the warm and inviting space. The bronze back chairs had pink sashes and white upholstered seats. Large crystal vases with pink and white flowers sat in the center of each table. The head table, dressed beautifully in white with a touch pink, sat alone in the front of the tent.

The orchestra sat in a private area to the left with a full dance floor. The bar sat opposite. Alexis had designated a smoking lounge for the gentlemen closer to the bar for after dinner drinks and cigars. He grinned; she had not missed a single little detail.

People had already begun to arrive and gathered in their little groups, chatting cordially. Dress blues and whites dotted the spacious area; he wasn’t sure why it surprised him to see so many top brass in attendance, but it did. Phillip had a long history with the military and was well respected and admired for his work.

He headed to the bar and ordered a Gin and Tonic. While he waited for the bartender to fix his drink, he began to scan the room for a friendly face, finding several he recognized. He decided the best way to pass the time was to make his way over to Robert for some friendly chitchat. Anything to get his mind off his intoxicating beauty who refused to allow him to see her today.

Work-related tasks dominated the conversation until Robert nudged Brad with his elbow. “Damn, isn’t that the Secretary of Defense?” he pointed out, awestruck.

Brad turned to scan the room and was shocked to see the large number of Commanders, Congressional Representatives, Heads of States, and Heads of Medical Institutes in attendance.

“Yeah, yeah, but do you see who’s with him?” Brad asked in a hushed voice.

“You mean his wife?”

“No, dumbass…I mean Alexandria!”

Regardless of what she was wearing, Alexis was always stunning. His imagination ran wild—somehow he had known she would be especially lovely this evening. “Oh my God…her beauty rivals that of Aphrodite,” Brad’s tone laid bare his reverence at her poise and beauty.

Robert burst into laughter, “I forget, you haven’t been here long enough to see her in anything other than business suits. Stunning, huh?”

Alexandria was devastatingly gorgeous. Her sea-foam green evening gown accented her golden skin and long red hair. It was the first time Brad had seen her in an evening gown and she was beyond breathtaking. Her hair was swept half-up and away from her face in soft crisscrossed layers, adding height to her already tall figure. Beautiful soft cascading curls draped down the center of her back making her appear even more soft and alluring. She was simply ravishing.

The minute the thought crossed his mind, Brad’s personal little devil reappeared on his shoulder.

“You could take her upstairs.”

Instantly, his little angel popped onto his other shoulder. “Oh no you don’t buster, she is your princess for the night.”

“Have you lost your mind? Don’t listen to him. Go ahead and whisk her away for a few moments of passion.”

“Cool your jets buddy. You have her for a lifetime, you don’t want to screw it up now.”

Brad’s heart pounded like thunder in his chest. Alexis stirred the deepest parts of him, awakening emotions that were still new and raw. He wanted nothing more than to listen to his devilish conscious.

He groaned.
This would be a long
evening.

Robert looked at Brad as if he had just sprouted horns. “Hold on a second cowboy, you better rein your horse in, she’s way out of your league.”