Finding Her Way (20 page)

Chapter Thirteen

The sound of running water surprised Jerrica from a restless sleep. Her eyes focused in on her alarm clock, which read just after one in the afternoon and she swiftly remembered she had a houseguest. In an instant, the water had shut off and the townhouse fell silent. When the bathroom door opened, Jerrica’s heartbeat quickened, listening to the footsteps. Tilting her head, she glanced at the now partially opened door, seeing Madison step into view.

“Good afternoon, sleepy head,” Madison said as she leaned on the door casing. “Would it be possible for me to borrow some clothes to wear home? I forgot to bring any with me.”

Jerrica caught her breath as she stared at Madison, wrapped only in a towel. “Uh-huh…you can find t-shirts…in the top drawer of that dresser and sweats in the…bottom,” she offered, absently pointing in the direction of the dresser.

With a smile, Madison rushed across the room, gathering the items she needed then retreating into the hallway. She mouthed thank you to Jerrica as she left the room.

Jerrica watched every move and was mesmerized by the exquisite flow of motion. She was also unexpectedly aroused. Closing her eyes, taking in a deep breath, she called out. “Madison.”

A few seconds went by before Madison re-appeared in the doorway. Madison stepped into the bedroom and their eyes locked onto one another. Madison could see the desire in Jerrica’s eyes and shivered with excitement.

With hesitation Madison spoke softly. “Jerrica, you need to be very clear on what you want me to do here. I won’t have any more regrets lingering between us.”

“I need you to hold me. I need to feel you…,” Jerrica replied shyly.

She grabbed the blankets, flipping them down as Madison tossed her towel on a nearby chair, climbing under the covers.

Madison’s body slid onto the sheet as she covered her naked form with the blankets. Madison sighed as Jerrica slipped out of her cloths, removing the last barrier between them.

Jerrica turned on her side, her back to Madison, hair brushed off her shoulder. She heard a low groan from Madison as she slid behind her, molding their bodies together.

Sliding her arm over Jerrica’s side and onto the tight abdomen, Madison pulled Jerrica closer.

Jerrica moved back into Madison’s embrace. She closed her eyes, enjoying the feelings rushing through her body. Jerrica felt safe, but aroused at the same time.

Madison sighed next to her earlobe. “You’re driving me crazy. I want to make love to you.”

Jerrica’s hips twitched with excitement.

Pausing only long enough to take in a deep breath, she whispered. “I can’t hold it back any longer, I love you, Jerrica. I have since the moment we met.”

Madison felt Jerrica tense, but she didn’t struggle to get away. She couldn’t see Jerrica’s expression as she continued. “This has never happened to me before. Every time you’re near, I want to hold you, protect you from anything that might do you harm. I would give you the moon if you asked me,”

Madison was vulnerable. “These past weeks have just about killed me, not being able to talk to you. Not being able to tell you how I felt.”

Heart exposed, Madison waited for Jerrica.

Jerrica was quiet, reeling from what she just heard.
So it was true, Madison loved her,
she repeated in her mind. Her heart swelled with joy and fear. Fear that if she gave her heart, Madison would crush it. Devin had damaged her so much, she couldn’t go through that pain again. If she couldn’t verbalize how she felt, maybe she could show her.

The stillness in the air grew between them until Madison could take no more. “Jerrica, say something.”

With tear-filled eyes, Jerrica rolled to face Madison. Jerrica closed the small gap between them, kissing Madison sensually, but firmly on the lips.

The kiss deepened, her lips parted to receive Jerrica’s soft probing tongue. Madison’s mind was telling her she needed to know how Jerrica was feeling, but her body was clouding her judgment.

Not releasing the kiss, Jerrica eased Madison onto her back, covering her body with her own. Licking the edge of Madison’s lips, she pulled away, looking into eyes filled with love…for her. For the first time in her life, she truly knew that someone loved her. With a touch as soft as a feather, she trailed light kisses down Madison’s neck, making her way between her breasts.

Madison inhaled quickly when Jerrica took a nipple in her mouth. “Mm…mm…” escaped Madison’s parted lips as Jerrica circled the bud with her tongue.

Gently biting the erect nipple, Jerrica changed positions to entice the other breast with her mouth. She moved lower, carefully kissing the soft exposed skin of Madison’s abdomen. She wanted to make the pleasure last for both of them this time.

Madison jerked her hips as Jerrica slid between her legs, kissing her inner thigh. Every nerve was in overdrive, making every touch ache with desire. “Oh, my God,” Madison groaned as Jerrica’s mouth touched her.

Stroking the sensitive skin with her tongue, Jerrica slid her tongue between Madison’s tender folds, the tip of her tongue delicately flicking the swollen bud. Jerrica slowed her pace not wanting to move too quickly. The soft moans emanating from the trembling woman under her, encouraged her to continue the sweet torture.

Madison lifted her hips, opening herself to Jerrica as the euphoria took her higher and higher with each caress. Her hands clutched sheets as the spasms ripped through her. “Jerrica…,” she breathed as the swift orgasm roared its way across her.

The sound of Madison calling her name caused a tear of joy to run down Jerrica’s cheek, mixing with Madison’s beautiful fragrance. Jerrica lessened the pressure as the ripples of bliss that assaulted every inch of Madison’s body began to subside. Leisurely, she moved back, kissing the soft skin of Madison’s thigh. As she slid herself fully over her lover, Jerrica smiled down at the beautiful woman. Placing her hands on either side of Madison, she pushed to a sitting position, straddling Madison’s hips. “Look at me.”

Through the fogginess of passion, Madison gradually opened her eyes. Jerrica paused briefly, watching the light haze of ecstasy clear. Jerrica’s green eyes sparkled as she held Madison’s gaze. Whispering, Jerrica released all her fears and doubts, finally being able to verbalize how she felt. “I love you.”

Madison’s eyes filled with tears, spilling over. Lifting her hand to Jerrica’s face, she lightly rubbed her cheek with her thumb as she spoke. “Don’t say anything you don’t mean.”

Jerrica covered the soft hand on her face with her own. Turning her head, she kissed the palm with tenderness. “I don’t say things I don’t mean.” She nipped Madison’s fingertip.

There was much more they needed to say to one another, but desire was all too consuming and Jerrica’s body was silently screaming for release.

Seeing the smoldering passion in those green eyes, Madison reached up with her other hand, brushing Jerrica’s hard nipple. Massaging the breast gently, Jerrica arched backwards, releasing Madison’s other hand. With expert hands, Madison continued pleasuring each sensitive nipple until they became needy.

Jerrica fell forward, positioned on hands and knees above Madison. The rage of fire ran through Jerrica, slicking her core.

Madison felt the warm moisture on her lower abdomen as Jerrica groaned.

“I need you,” she whispered breathlessly in Madison’s ear.

Madison pulled Jerrica’s lips to hers, kissing her deeply, thoroughly. She moved her hand between Jerrica’s thighs, filling her completely. The movement of Madison’s hand was slow, taking her new lover on the long journey to rapture.

Caught in the steady climb for release, Jerrica whimpered as she separated her lips from Madison. On her knees, with her hands on either side of Madison’s head, her body began a slow rhythmic motion, keeping pace with the movement of Madison’s hand. The urgency of her release raged within her as she increasing the tempo of her hips. She felt the passion rapidly building with every downward thrust.

Madison felt Jerrica’s body tighten around her fingers.

“Yes, right there,” she moaned.

Madison shifted a little, keeping the constant rhythm with Jerrica’s body.

Jerrica threw her head back, her hair cascading around her shoulders.

“Oh God…yes …yes…”

The primal urging of Madison’s fingers that were filling her entirely, Jerrica’s body shuddered when the orgasm tore through her body. Trying to hold her position, her arms collapsed and she slipped forward overcome with complete bliss.

Madison held her close. Their bodies molded together, her hand positioned between Jerrica’s thighs.

Jerrica’s body trembled with each spasm that rushed through her, one by one taking her higher into the abyss of sexual pleasure. When she thought she couldn’t take anymore, her raspy voice pleaded with Madison. “Please…stop.”

Madison stilled her hand, slowly slid it out from between them, resting it on Jerrica’s back. Lightly stroking Jerrica, Madison held her close.

When she was able to gain some control, Jerrica spoke quietly. “I wish I had a better word to describe how I feel, but all I have is…extraordinary.”

“You are unbelievable. I’ve never known anyone like you. You were made to be loved,” Madison answered.

Jerrica slid onto the mattress, resting her head on Madison’s shoulder. The warmth of her arms enfolded Jerrica in a safe and comfortable embrace.

Running her hand through the auburn hair, Madison whispered. “I love you more with each passing moment, Jerrica Kerrison.”

Smiling, Madison tilted her head to place a delicate kiss on the end of Jerrica’s nose.

Jerrica wrinkled her nose, making a funny face. Just then, Jerrica’s stomach made itself known and she blushed at the sound. “I guess my stomach is telling me it’s time for nourishment,” she said and giggled.

“Something is telling us to get out of bed,” Madison joked.

Placing a light kiss on her lips, Jerrica rolled over, exiting the bed.

With great admiration of the beautiful body, Madison’s vision followed her to the bathroom. Stopping just inside the doorway, she turned, grinning. “You can join me, but only if you’re good,” she allowed before disappearing into the room.

Hesitating for only a second, Madison rose out of the bed and dashed to the bathroom. Once in the doorway, she watched Jerrica turn the shower on and step in. “Define good.”

With mischief in her tone, Jerrica commented sensually. “Are you coming?”

Simple washing became a spirited game of touching and tasting. Each participant determined to be victorious. Sounds of soft moans and laughter resonated throughout the townhouse. The average shower that normally takes fifteen minutes stretched to almost an hour. Jerrica thought she could get used to these long showers until she realized she was famished. Turning her back to Madison, she reached to the handles of the shower, shutting the water off. The disappointed look on Madison’s face made Jerrica chuckle.

Once dressed, they made their way downstairs. Jerrica browsed around the kitchen looking for her pets.

“Are you looking for the kitties?”

Jerrica nodded her head in surprise.

“I already fed them. I didn’t want them to wake you,” Madison said leaning against the counter.

“Thank you. Why don’t you go relax in the living room? I’ll bring in coffee and goodies,” Jerrica said as she claimed two mugs out of the cabinet.

Jerrica felt the sudden heat on her back.

“Are you sure you don’t need my help,” Madison said, placing a small kiss on the back of her neck.

She trembled at the sensual touch, choking out. “I’m fine…go…sit…or we’ll never eat.”

With a gratifying smile, Madison left the kitchen. Sitting on the couch, a thought entered Madison’s mind.
Maybe I do belong here after all
.

Just as she turned her head to her side, she witnessed the smallest kitty hop up next to her. Without hesitation, the kitten crawled into her lap and began to purr. The kitten started to fall asleep as Madison absently patted her.

A tray of bakery goods and coffee in hand, Jerrica entered the room. “It’s not much, but it will at least stop us from starving,” she said as she set the items on the table.

She was surprised to see the kitten in Madison’s lap. “I didn’t know you had company.”

Madison smiled. “I guess she likes me.”

“I guess so. She doesn’t normally visit when I have guests. Her name is Baby Kitty.”

“Well, hello, Baby Kitty,” she cooed, scratching behind an ear, “You are a precious little one, aren’t you.”

Jerrica watched the interaction. Her heart felt happy, making her smile.

Seeing the broad smile, Madison questioned her. “What are you thinking?”

“I was thinking how precious you are,” she said, kissing her lightly on the mouth. Jerrica handed her a cup of coffee and a warm croissant. Turning, Jerrica grabbed her mug, and food for herself, making herself comfortable next to Madison. Picking up the small remote from the table, Jerrica clicked it once opening the wall of curtains.

Madison’s eyes grew wide as the beauty of the bay revealed itself to her. Her eyes took in the subtle movements of the water against the rocks along the shore. The sun glistened off the water, making it look like it went on for miles. Flocks of geese were playing in the distance. The panoramic view was breathtaking. “This is an amazing view.”