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When he felt her hesitation, he reached down to guide her hand towards him, groaning aloud as Caitlin’s fingers clasped him.

Amazed and curious at the feel of his smooth length, Caitlin instinctively rubbed her hand up and down his length.
He’s big,
she thought, feeling the excitement coursing through her body. Her fingers tightened around him, caressing his hard, erect length.

Fleetingly, he thought her hand felt inexperienced and shy. But Sebastian was too aroused to fully examine the thought. He could feel the blood pound in his head. All he could think of right now was inserting his throbbing shaft inside her and allowing her warmth to envelope him.

Still sucking her breast, Sebastian tightened his arms around her hips as he stood up. He guided her legs to wrap around his waist as he carried her towards the bedroom.

Caitlin was vaguely aware of what was happening. All she could think of was responding to the ache she was feeling inside her. As soon as her back touched the bed, Caitlin threw all caution to the wind and gave in to her desire in wanton abandon.

She kissed him wildly, drawing his tongue to hers as she pushed his boxers down. She could feel Sebastian frantically removing the rest of her clothing.

She let out a soft cry of pleasure when she felt Sebastian touch her wetness, exploring her folds. Her eyes flew open when she felt his finger enter her. He was watching her the whole time, reading her reaction.

Afraid that Sebastian would somehow read her expression and see her naiveté, Caitlin closed her eyes and allowed her emotions to take over.

In and out, his finger was building up something inside her. Overwhelmed with the intense sensation, Caitlin restlessly moved her head from side to side, moaning and arching her back.

“Please…” Caitlin sobbed, begging for something she doesn’t even know.

“Please what, sweetheart…?” Sebastian lightly nipped at her collarbone as he inserted another finger inside her, moving them faster in and out of her wetness.

“Please…” Caitlin repeated, sounding desperate.

Sebastian reached out to the bedside table and blindly grappled for the familiar plastic foil. In a matter of seconds, he had the condom on. Kissing her ravenously, he lifted her hips slightly as he entered her in one deep stroke. Caitlin let out a yelp of pain, feeling a small pop as he entered her, the burning sensation temporarily intruding the mounting pleasure.

“Wha-?!” Sebastian stopped for several seconds trying to understand what just happened. But it was difficult for him to form any coherent thought, not when he could feel her virginal tightness embracing his manhood.

Sebastian moved slowly and more carefully, watching Caitlin’s face for any sign of pain. It took willpower not to ram himself inside him and satisfy his hedonistic urges. He concentrated in maintaining slow, deep strokes.

Caitlin closed her eyes and endured the pain. He was large and she could feel him filling every inch of her. Tears slowly trickled down the sides of her face—not because of the pain but the reality of the situation. She just sold her body to a complete stranger.

But it was difficult to focus on reality when she was starting to feel intense waves of pleasure as he moved in and out of her, pleasuring her with each masterful stroke.
I will deal with reality later
, she told herself. For now she just wanted to savor the moment.

Her tightness made the pleasure more intense for him. He was concentrating on making sure she had her climax before him. Gently guiding her legs to his shoulders, Sebastian lifted her butt an inch higher for a deeper penetration.

Caitlin was moaning loudly, caught up in a maelstrom of emotion. Despite the little discomfort, the pleasure was intense, making her nails sink into Sebastian’s shoulders. Letting out a throaty sound, Caitlin came. Soon after Sebastian followed.

Their explosive union was unlike any other Sebastian had ever experienced.

Chapter Eight

She could hear his heavy breathing, his body still connected with hers. Despite his weight upon her, she did not move.

Except for their breathing, silence pervaded the room.

When Sebastian moved to lie on his back, Caitlin waited for several seconds to tick by before she wrapped the blanket around her and slid quietly from the bed. She headed to the bathroom without a word.

She felt sore and had to concentrate on walking straight, her knees a little wobbly. She stared at her reflection for several minutes, her eyes wide and alert with a new understanding of what goes on between a man and a woman.

As if in trance, Caitlin stepped into the shower, allowing the warm water to wash her body. As she glanced down, she could see a small smear of blood on her inner thigh. She stared at it for several seconds until the water washed all the traces away.

She used Sebastian’s soap which smelled of sandalwood. It was a smell she knew would be forever etched in her brain. She loved the interior of the bathroom, which was almost the same size of her entire bedroom.

She couldn’t help but wonder how it was to be born rich and live in such opulence. At least now, she doesn’t have to worry about Caleb’s transplant.

She wanted to get away from here and fast. She dreaded having to face Sebastian after what had happened between them. She was sure he would want to ask a lot of questions—questions that she was not ready to answer.

She took her time in the shower, which gave her a chance to think what to do next. She needed to call Shannon and ask her to pick her up. She just needed to somehow bluff her way out of the situation with Sebastian while she waited for her friend.

Inhaling deeply, she gingerly stepped out of the bathroom and immediately saw Sebastian in his boxers, pacing agitatedly at the foot of the bed. He looked up as soon as he heard the sound of the door and stared at her for several seconds as if reading her.

God, she’s even more beautiful without any makeup on
, Sebastian thought. She looked so innocent and fragile, her blue eyes showing fear and vulnerability. But Sebastian knew better.

Caitlin looked down to avoid Sebastian’s gaze. Her trepidation heightened when she saw his deep frown.

“There are some clothes you can wear.” Sebastian said breaking the silence. He was pointing at the plain black dress on the bed and new underwear.

“Uhmm—thank you. I just need to step out and get my things in the living room.” Caitlin said meekly, briefly wondering why he has some spare female clothing but knew better than to ask.

Sebastian just nodded in acknowledgement.

As soon as Caitlin rounded up her clothing and found her cell phone, she called Shannon to fetch her. She was grateful her friend simply said yes without asking her anything.

A glance at the wall clock in the living room told her it was a little past two in the morning. Since her purse was too small to fit in the discarded clothing, she just simply folded the jacket and her costume.

At the corner of her eye, she saw Sebastian walking towards the pantry. At this point, she did not know what to do with herself.

“Care for some coffee?” Sebastian called out, already preparing two cups.

In as much as Caitlin wanted to avoid any form of conversation with him, she did not want to cower in his presence. Having sex with a perfect stranger was not exactly a new thing. She would just have to handle this like any mature adult.

Lifting her chin up and breathing in deeply, she pasted on a small smile, trying to fake nonchalance as she walked toward him. Sebastian was observing her through half-lidded eyes. He can be quite intimidating and he is well aware of it. He could just imagine what was going through this woman’s head.

“Thanks.” Caitlin murmured as she accepted the steaming cup. Her stomach growled in response. She hadn’t had anything since lunch yesterday.

“So…care to explain what just happened back there?” Sebastian asked, hiking an eyebrow.

Putting down her cup, she forced herself to look at him in the eye. “What’s there to explain? I was hired by Nicholas to be your birthday present. Part of the deal was to perform for you and I get an additional fee if we end up in bed.” Caitlin said, her voice sounded cold and professional but she was quaking inside.

“I can see that. But you’ve left out one important detail. You’re a virgin—or were—to put it correctly. I take it this is not really your profession.” Sebastian finally asked the question that has been bugging him since he impaled her hymen an hour ago.

“Well, it was bound to happen sooner or later, losing my virginity, I mean. I’ve been told it was long overdue.” Caitlin let out a nervous laugh. “Look, we don’t have to make a big fuss about it. It’s just sex—paid sex—nothing more,” She continued, still meeting Sebastian’s eyes bravely.

Caitlin saw a flicker of emotion in his eyes, which was gone in a split second. Sebastian simply shrugged his shoulders and leaned back to study her. After taking a small sip, he drawled, “The reason I’m asking is I’d like to know what the price of virginity is these days.” Sebastian’s words were like salt to her wounds.

In an act of defiance, Caitlin raised her chin and responded, “Ten thousand dollars,” her eyes challenging him to say more.

Unperturbed, he prodded on, as if lancing the wound. “That much, huh? Well, you deserve more for your stellar performance.” Sebastian declared dryly. Throwing a thick envelope filled with cash.

Caitlin gasped at his callousness. For some reason, his words and actions hurt her. Willing her tears not to fall, Caitlin retorted, “Keep it. I don’t need it. Your friend has already paid for my services.” She pushed the envelope back and started to get up, ready to leave.

Sebastian reached out and held her wrist so she could not go anywhere.
Her arm is so delicate,
Sebastian thought. He gently forced her hand open and placed the envelope.

“I’d like you to keep it. Consider it a bonus.” He insisted.

Despite her resolve not to cry, a tear slipped down. “Okay, I’ll take it. After all I think I worked every cent for it.” Glaring at him, she responded, her voice shaking in anger.

Sebastian was fuming mad. He still has not taken the time to examine his emotions but he was angry. For some reason, he feels he had been deceived. But unlike Caitlin, he has more practice in keeping his emotions in check.

“Do you plan on doing this for a living? If so, let me know, I might use your services in the future.” Sebastian said with a smirk. It was clear he was taunting her.

Before she could think carefully, Caitlin’s free hand flew and hit his cheek. The sound of the slap reverberated in the air. Caitlin’s eyes showed the emotional turmoil she was battling inside.

In response, Sebastian, pulled her close and kissed her passionately. At the back if his mind, he was happy to know the girl had fire in her to stand up to him. The knowledge turned him on.

At first, Caitlin tried to fight off the kiss, pounding his chest in anger. When she realized he was too strong, she changed tactics and simply stood there, limp and lifeless.

With the lack of resistance, Sebastian pulled her closer, tenderly coaxing her lips open. She could feel him growing hard through his boxers. Despite her anger and better judgment, she felt herself slowly melting into the kiss. And before she could form any coherent thought, her lips responded, kissing him back with equal passion.

Sebastian pulled her closer, drawing her deeper into the kiss. When at least they pulled apart, Caitlin was panting softly and her eyes were heavy with arousal.

“You do realize we have to see each other again, right?” Sebastian said, looking deeply into her eyes.

“Not if I can help it.” Caitlin muttered under her breath. She can hear the distant honking of a car. “I have to go. It’s been…uhhmm f-fun. Don’t think more to it. This is just business, nothing more,” Caitlin gave him a tight smile.

“We’ll have to see about that.” Sebastian responded ominously.

Caitlin left without looking back.

Sebastian did not go back to sleep. Instead, he spent the rest of the early morning hours reliving what had just transpired and examining every nuance and word they had exchanged.

When he finally fell asleep, his last thought was the sight of Caitlin’s look of pain and the tear that ran unchecked when he took her. The memory was forever etched in his mind.