Zoeβs freshly manicured fingernails ran against her opposite wrist nervously, wondering when Aiden would get to the door and how he would react to her luggage in tote. She couldnβt believe she was making a decision like this on a whim, but hotels were old news. Knocking her knuckles lightly against his apartment door, she waited, ready to tell him the news. How does one even begin to explain theyβre inviting themselves to live with the person they love? Hi, itβs me, Iβm moving in. That would be a start. βHiβ¦ itβs me. Iβm moving in.β She smiled brightly, hoping his response would be a good one as she showed her luggage to the boy in front of her.
Aiden sat on his living room couch with his textbook on the table in front of him, studying hard for his upcoming calculus test that he had been dreading all week. The knock at the door was light, but enough to startle him as he was deep in concentration. He was wondering who could possibly be showing up at his door unannounced. Usually Cam or Zoe texted him before they planned on coming by so he was slightly skeptical. Upon opening the door, he smiled at the beautiful face in his line of vision. He looked down at Zoeβs luggage, raising an eyebrow, he laughed slightly.Β βOh are you? Took you long enough.β He opened the door wider, reaching down to grab her bags and placed them inside.Β βWe are definitely going to to have to over some ground rules though since youβre such a little trouble maker.β He walked over to Zoe, wrapping his arms around her waist, he pressed his lips to hers.Β
Is there anything I do that you donβt find cute?Β I was worried that whatever we did was justβ¦ I donβt know. Iβm pleased to know what we have between us is most definitely genuine. Worldly, maybe. Iβve still got a lot of living to do. I mean, would it matter anyway? We want to be together.
No, I canβt think of anything at the moment and I donβt think I will. Was just what? I wouldnβt have done that if I didnβt feel something strong for you. I know a lot of guys donβt care but I do. I guess worldly was the word I was looking for. No, it wouldnβt matter.
Is it pathetic that you make my heart beat super fast? I always thought that was some cliche, or I donβt know, just a lie other girls told each other to make their girlfriends jealous. Yet here I am, itβs all trueβ¦ what they say about love. Oh. No, Iβm not older. Iβm young and fresh and 15. Hopefully thatβs okay with you.
Not pathetic at all, itβs incredibly cute actually. I would say the same but that might diminish my manly reputation. However, just know that itβs true. Love is very much real, you just have to find the right person. I guess you just seemed so well seasoned in life. No, I mean itβs not illegal so itβs okay. Perfectly okay.
I like a man who fights for his lady, itβs so chivalrous. Guys donβt really act the way they did in old Hollywood films anymore, itβs a shame. Is there a problem? I canβt remember you complaining before.
You wonβt have to worry about that, Iβll always fight for you. I am pretty chivalrous when I want to be. Times have changed unfortunately, chivalry is definitely dead but not with me. No, thereβs no problem I just thought you were older I donβt know. I never really asked you, I just assumed I guess.
Well, youβd get to see me strut my stuff from a much different view. Your girl would be front and center, where she belongs. I donβt know where youβre getting your information from, but Iβm 15β¦ obviously.
Thatβs what I like to hear. It would be weird not to have you front and center. Then I get to brag to everyone about how great you are and knock out any guy that even looks your way. Oh...yeah I uh, knew that.Β
I donβt want to destroy her, Iβd just prefer to be captain over her, considering I care way more about the team than she does. I have more talent in my pinky finger than she does in her entire body. Uh, next year Iβll be in grade 11, so thatβs kind of impossible.
Youβre right and Iβm sure youβd be a much better captain. Iβm just saying it might not be worth driving yourself crazy over it but then again, Iβm not a cheerleader. However, Iβd love see my girl with the title of captain, I can see it. Wait, grade 11? Youβre 17 or about to be right? I thought you were at least.
zoe seems like a bitch, I don't know why you even put up with her.
Sheβs not a bitch, first and foremost and I would advise you never to call her that again. Sheβs my girlfriend and sheβs an amazing girl if you take the time to get to know her.
when's the last time you gambled and how did it go?
The last time would probably have been about a week and a half ago. It wasnβt my best but I still made a decent amount of cash. I do plan on going to a poker game within the next few days though.Β
do you ever wonder about zoe's life at school? why do people hate her so much?
Um, sometimes I guess. She does have a lot of enemies which I think is crap because sheβs really awesome. People just donβt take the time to get to know her. Just because sheβs so blunt and outspoken doesnβt mean sheβs not a good person.
Summary: Zoe accompanies Aiden back to his hometown for his friendβs funeral. After a hike to the river, the two get intimate in a hotel and finally commit to one another.
Aiden: It had been a really rough few days for Aiden and having Cam and Zoe by his side was the only thing that kept him from completely breaking down. The funeral for his friend was yesterday and it was the first time Aiden had truly let himself cry fully. He had spoken during the funeral and couldn't even get thirty seconds into his speech before breaking down. All the memories of him and his friend came rushing back at once and it was hard for him to keep his composure. Seeing his group of friends all together at once time for the occasion was not how he hoped to see them all again. It was the day after the funeral and Aiden needed something to take his mind of yesterday so he planned to go on a hike with Zoe. He was surprised she had agreed to go since he didn't take her for the type to go hiking but he appreciated it all the same. The day before the funeral, Zoe had met the rest of Aiden's family and he was thrilled at how well Zoe was able to charm his mom. He could tell from the way his mom was so interested in learning about her that she liked Zoe a lot and that was the one good thing he got out of this weekend. Aiden and Zoe arrived at the beginning point of the hike, he was slightly worried about whether or not Zoe would enjoy herself but he was determined to have as much fun with her as possible.
Zoe: Agreeing to go on a hike with Aiden was very out of character for Zoe, but then again, so was heading to another city to keep someone company. That someone happened to be Aiden, a guy who had been trying his best to get her to open up to him. Zoe knew she was being difficult, but it wasn't exactly easy for her to trust again after what happened with Luke and Neil. Arriving at the hiking site, Zoe glanced down at her new sneakers, already disapproving of the mud that had managed to cake onto them in a matter of a few seconds. "I'd say you're lucky I like you, or else you'd be climbing this mountain alone." Pulling an elastic band off her wrist, she tied her hair back. The girl had glanced at her wrist in the process and noticed her burns were starting to heal. Being with Aiden had distracted her, it helped, and that was another blessing in disguise. "I suppose you should lead the way."
Aiden: Aiden couldn't help but continue to smile whenever Zoe opened her mouth. Even when she made her sly little comments, he loved that so much about her and it kept him smiling. "I don't know what I did to get the great Zoe Rivas to agree to go on a hike with me but it must have been good." It didn't bother him how difficult it could be to get Zoe to open up to him, he could be that way himself. He knew if he didn't push her, she would open up at her own pace and he was perfectly okay with waiting. He would be lying to himself if he said he wasn't falling in love with Zoe but he was terrified to admit that not only to her, but to himself as well. "I think you like me more than you think if you agreed to go on a hike with me. But what can I say, I'm just so charmingly handsome." Aiden chuckled as he made eye contact with the girl, feeling the wind picking up slightly, he breathed in the fresh air that he had been craving for months now. Kapuskasing was a very rural town and half of it was made up of woods and the river, the air was much crisper and a lot more refreshing than Toronto. "Wait until you see the river this hike takes us to. It's insanely beautiful, nothing like you've ever seen. My dad used to take Cam and I fishing there all the time when we were younger. He takes Justin, my younger brother, now since Cam and I are away. Maybe once of these days I can teach you how to fish."
Zoe: Rolling her eyes at his remarks, Zoe would never admit that she liked Aiden as much as she did, but didn't coming here pretty much give her away? Kapuskasing was certainly nothing like Toronto, but being away from the hustle and bustle of Zoe Rivas' usual life wasn't bad at all. Walking along the path with him, she glanced at the trees and animals that had already been surrounding them. Being part of nature wasn't exactly normal for Zoe. A glamorous life was what she was used to these days. "Sounds like somebody's a good, old fashioned country boy. Are you going to sing me some hillbilly song now?" With a grin, she continued on, noticing her legs were already aching. Zoe worked out, but going uphill like this was a change for her. "You're clearly in your element here, which makes me wonder why you dropped it all for Cam. You know, he could have just came back here instead." She reminded, still confused as to why Aiden would leave the home he liked so much.
Aiden: Aiden scrunched his face with a fake laugh at Zoe's comment about him singing. "Keep it up and I just might." Aiden enjoyed Toronto, as crazy as the city life was, he embraced the change and it was new and exciting. Aiden had always been one for change, he liked to experience new things even if he was a country boy at heart. The truth was, Aiden wasn't quite one hundred percent sure why he completely dropped everything and left. The easiest answer would be his loyalty to his brother but Zoe was right in saying that Cam could have come back home. "I don't know. I guess when I found out what he was going through, my brotherly instincts just kicked in. He does enjoy hockey and being on the Ice Hounds is a great opportunity for him. I didn't want him to give it up and I didn't want him to think he couldn't do it. Plus it's only temporary, I'll come back home soon enough but right now, I need to be there for him." Aiden could tell Zoe wasn't used to walking this much as she began to slow down a little more. "How you doing over there?"
Zoe: Zoe couldn't imagine what it was like to have someone care about her in that way. She was an only child and her parents weren't there for her, she was essentially on her own. Nodding her head, she gripped tightly onto the water bottle Aiden's mom had given her, the shiny pnk plastic was getting harder to hold onto. Stopping for a moment, she took a swig of water, replying to Aiden's question a bit sarcastically. "I'm just great, how about you?" Zoe thought wearing a pair of light wash denim jeans with one of Aiden's shirts was a good idea, but she was already getting hot from their trail. "You know, if you're a good boy I might just let you see me sporting my bikini in the hot tub later." She cooed, knowing he would never ask for something like that himself, considering he was a gentleman. Dangling that in front of him brought a sly grin to her lips. "That is, if I don't pass out on this trail from exhaustion."
Aiden: Aiden raised his eyebrows, letting Zoe know he was intrigued. "I guess I better step up my game then huh?" Aiden was beginning to feel the heat from the hike and in the middle of walking, he decided to pull his shirt up over his head, taking it off. "That feels a hell of a lot better." At the mention of her passing out from exhaustion, Aiden bent down without hesitation and swept Zoe up in his arms. "Better?" Aiden smirked at her and continued walking along the path. Carrying Zoe wasn't even a difficult task and having the girl in his arms was comforting in a way. "We're almost there." He pulled Zoe's body towards him while bending his head down a little to kiss her forehead.
Zoe: Being in his arms was unexpected, but the girl enjoyed the contrast of his touch compared to other boys in the past. Aiden's grip was so gentle and comforting. Draping her arm around the back of his neck, her legs dangled over the side of his arms. "I can't say I mind the break." She replied. Though the view around them was gorgeous, she couldn't help but glance at his caramel eyes. Aiden being shirtless was a little overwhelming, and it got to her for a couple of seconds, but she managed to swallow and move on from those urges. "I suppose this only adds to your good boy points."
Aiden: "I figured it would." Aiden smiled at the girl as they began to enter the clearing through the trees. He could already hear the sound of the river rushing through and Aiden practically ran to the scenery. When they got out to the rocks, Aiden placed Zoe down gently on her feet and took in the view before him. A smile formed on his face as he watched the water race down the river, the sound of the rapids ringing through his ears and he felt like he was finally home. "Isn't this amazing? You won't find anything like this in Toronto."
Zoe: Straightening her body as Aiden placed her down, Zoe crooked her neck and relaxed, enjoying the view in front of them. "I have to admit, it's really not like anything I've ever seen in Toronto." Sitting down on one of the large rocks, which was very unlike Zoe, she gazed out at the rushing waters. "So, is this the part when you grab a fish with your bare hands?" Grinning, Zoe pulled her knees up, resting her chin on them for a moment. She glanced at Aiden again, admiring the view that had been with her this whole time. She was with an 18 year old, someone so mature and strong. Everything about Aiden was everything she never knew she always wanted.
Aiden: Aiden followed Zoe and sat on one of the rocks beside her, finally able to take a break from walking so much. "Ha, I wish I could do that. I'm pretty sure my dad can though." Aiden loved being back home and he had forgotten how much better he felt being outdoors in a much less polluted area. "You know, my friends and I used to come around here and we would have parties out here. We'd pitch up tents and grab a couple beers and just hang out. Ryan would always be with us." Aiden wanted a distraction from his friend but being home and being by the river, he couldn't help but feel nostalgic. "He was a bit of a daredevil. He used to dive in the river and tried to swim with the rapids. We would get on him for it but he always managed to make it out unscathed." Aiden paused, glancing out a cross the river, picturing his friend swimming in the river or the tents on the rocks with a cooler full of beer. He felt himself beginning to get emotional and that was the last thing he wanted to do right now. He jumped up from the rocks, dusting off his pants. "Ready to head back? Or should be sit down a little longer?"
Zoe: Listening intently to his stories, Zoe's eyes lit up and she laughed at one of his tales about his friend swimming with the rapids. Just the way Aiden explained it and used his hands to gesture was enough to get Zoe to happily imagine the memory. "I'm just glad it wasn't you putting yourself in danger like that, but clearly your friend left a mark, he sounds like a really brave guy." Standing up alongside Aiden, Zoe nodded her head, brushing off her own jeans. "We can head back. I know that walk wasn't too long, but my legs are aching. I'm really looking forward to soaking up the warm water back at my hotel."
Aiden: Aiden sat on the edge of the hot tub sliding his way down into warm water. He made his way over to the jets letting them massage his sore muscles from the hike. "Oh man, I haven't been in a hot tub in a long time. Man this feels good." Aiden leaned back, closing his eyes for a second before he opened them again and made his way closer to Zoe. "Thankfully no one else is around right now, I'd like to have you all to myself." Aiden placed his hand on the back of Zoe's head and pulled her in gently for a kiss. "Might I add, you look insanely sexy in that bikini, just saying." He smiled at the girl, keeping his gaze on her.
Zoe: Zoe was used to the life of luxury, yet it was like dipping into a hot tub for the first time. Aiden was amazed and she found herself pleased with his reaction, both to her and to the hot tub. "We've been around people all weekend. As much as it was nice getting to know the people you care about most, I've been secretly anticipating this. You and me, just us." Zoe allowed herself to melt into Aiden's touch, her lips connecting to his softly. At his words, Zoe stood up in the hot tub, her fingers running over her wet chest and trailing down her bare stomach. "Oh, you mean... this old thing?" She questioned, knowing she was teasing Aiden more than she should be.
Aiden: "True, I love my family but I've really wanted to spend some alone time with you. Some true alone time." Aiden wrapped his arm around her, lightly tracing his fingertips on her shoulder. He was beginning to get more turned on by the girl by the second. Aiden placed his other free hand under the water, caressing the skin on the side of Zoe's body while he leaned in and placed his lips on her neck. He was slightly hesitant to make anymore moves because of what she had been through but he didn't want to treat her as a poor little victim. He was careful as to how far he went, whatever was going to happen, he wanted to make sure she was okay.
Zoe: Moving into Aiden's lap, Zoe was comfortable straddling him, her thighs falling to either side of him. This wasn't like when she was with Luke or Neil, she wasn't with them at all. Zoe was passed out and had no say in being with those guys, she didn't even know them. She had fallen for Aiden and these past few weeks, he'd genuinely shown just how much he liked her. Should she punish herself forever because of her assault? Zoe deserved to explore her physical urges, and she was a teenage girl afterall. She leaned in to him as his lips met her neck, allowing him to taste her. Pulling away slightly, Zoe reached around her back, untying her bikini top as her lips curled into a sly smile. "I suppose you've earned this." She teased, making sure all the strings came undone. Pulling the top off completely, it dropped into the water, her breasts now completely exposed to Aiden. They were perky and small, but she knew Aiden would be pleased with them.
Aiden: Aiden was nearly surprised seeing Zoe remove her bikini top. Looking at her fully exposed chest, he bit his lip, taking this as a sign that she didn't want to hold back any longer. Aiden's grip around her waist tightened as he pulled her in closer, moving his lips from her neck down to her chest. Aiden could feel himself getting hard and he was wondering if she was able to feel anything sitting on his lap. In that moment, Aiden didn't care, he was in love with the girl in his lap and he wanted to show her how much. As he kissed her chest, he trailed his way back up to her neck and moved one of his hands over her breast, massaging it gently and rubbing his thumb over her nipple. He found her lips once more, the taste of them and the feel of her bare breasts in his hand was enough to drive him in places he hadn't felt in a while.
Zoe: Despite being distracted by the sensation between her legs, Zoe noticed the hard feel of Aiden against her sensitive area. She was impressed with herself for gaining the affections of such a mature guy, someone who clearly had his act together. How Zoe managed to get him wrapped around her finger was a mystery, but she knew she was tempting him and that was thrilling. Once his thumb found her erect nipple, Zoe couldn't help but let her lips fall open, a soft whimper escaping her mouth. She slammed her hand down onto the side of the hot tub, releasing the tension she felt pulsating between her thighs. Locking eyes with him, Zoe nodded her head, almost as if to give Aiden the go ahead. "Go ahead." Glancing down at her bikini bottoms, she looked back at Aiden again. "You know you want to."
Aiden: Aiden was pleased with himself, the whimper coming from her lips was enough to let him know he was already hitting her in the right spots. Once Aiden locked eyes with Zoe and she nodded, he didn't hesitate to bring a hand to her bikini bottom. He lifted her slightly in his arm while he pulled her bottoms off of her. Zoe was now fully exposed on top of him and he couldn't believe the position he was in. He was thankful the hot tub was private although getting intimate in a public hot tub this late would have been thrilling. Aiden wanted to ease his way into it, he dragged his finger down her stomach all the way down. He paused for a moment before he pressed his finger lightly against her clit and began rubbing her softly. His other hand supported her back and he wrapped his lips around her nipple, sucking on it. He wanted to stimulate her in multiple spots and give her a sensation she had never experienced. While Aiden was eager to go further, he wanted to tease her slightly and give her a preview of what's to come.
Zoe: At the feeling of Aiden's hand slipping between her legs, Zoe squeezed her sensitive area in response to him playing with her nerves. She hadn't ever been with a guy who stimulated her clit, so her response was memorable, a gasp echoing into the night. Just as she finally eased into the remarkable sensations pulsating throughout her lower region, she was forced to deal with another thrilling pleasure. Her hand quickly moved from the side of the hot tub to the boy's hair, her fingers running through it wildly. She couldn't help but to thrust forward, her curves moving in the most sensual way that would surely have Aiden begging to be inside of her.
Aiden: Feeling Zoe's fingers running through his hair drove Aiden crazy and he wasn't sure how much longer he could contain himself. Zoe's reaction to him pleasing her was getting him close and he wanted nothing more than to put himself inside of her. Aiden looked up at Zoe, slowing down the movement of his finger. He watched her facial expressions which was a good indication at how well he was doing. Aiden was ready for more and he knew she was too. He kept his eyes on her, finally meeting her eyes, he bit his lip and motioned towards his swim trunks. Aiden could take them off himself but he wanted Zoe to take the reigns now. He found her confidence to be one of the most attractive things about her and he wanted to see it shine through even in this moment.
Zoe: Zoe wanted this in every sense of the word, but she was still nervous, despite the confidence she displayed. Reaching her hands down, she tugged at his bathing suit, revealing his length. Zoe could feel her cheeks turning a bright shade of red as her teeth sunk into her lower lip. She couldn't even imagine the entirety of him inside of her, the thought was enough for her to clench her thighs in anticipation. Standing up slowly, water dripping off her body in every which way, the exposed girl made her way over to the side of the hot tub. She sat down on the ledge and waited for Aiden to join her. He was strong and could get a firm grip on her body, where he would be able to take complete advantage of her from that point on, with her permission of course. The cool breeze from outside ran over her body, causing goosebumps to form on the surface of her skin.
Aiden: Aiden let out a breath at the sight of the water dripping off Zoe's naked body. He was fully turned on at this point and he wanted all of her now. Aiden stood up, following her lead and faced her as she sat on the ledge. The air was cool on his skin as he moved closer to Zoe. Giving the girl a smile, he placed both hands on her knees and opened up her legs so that she was completely exposed and he could have a clear path. He positioned both of his hands tightly on her back, getting a good grip to keep her upright. Aiden was completely confident in his actions, he knew Zoe wanted it and he wanted it just as much. Aiden couldn't contain himself anymore, as he kissed her, he slowly slid himself inside of her. He was careful as to not be rough, he wanted it to feel good and not to hurt her. To Aiden, there was a difference between just having sex and making love, in this moment Aiden wanted to make love to Zoe.
Zoe: Feeling vulnerable in this state, Zoe had to let her nerves fall to the side and allow herself to loosen up. She wouldn't be doing this if she didn't love Aiden, considering this had everything to do with her wanting to express her feelings through physical actions. Zoe kept her legs parted and whimpered once Aiden thrusted inside of her. She was making room for something much larger than she was used to and the initial feeling was difficult to get used to. Luckily, Aiden was quite tender and loving with his movements. Grinding her hips forward every so often, her body moved in waves with his, their motions were steady and similar. Gripping onto his upper arm, Zoe gave in to the pleasure that was running through her body. She was completely relaxed now and simply enjoying their moment together. "Aiden..." She moaned softly, his name leaving her lips in a whisper.
Aiden: Aiden wasn't an expert but he knew enough to know just the right way to make Zoe feel special. He wasn't always good with his words but his actions never failed to show his feelings for Zoe. Aiden was on edge and he began to feel a tight sensation in the pit of his abdomen. He sped up his motions just a bit, leaning his head onto Zoe's shoulder and turning to suck on her neck. Feeling himself throbbing inside her, he moaned against her neck, his movements getting harder and faster as he felt himself beginning to feel full. "Jesus." Aiden whispered against her neck, his breathing picking up the faster he moved his hips. He planted his lips onto hers, his kisses a little rougher than they had been in the past. While Aiden was still trying his best to be gentle with Zoe, his urges were making it difficult to encompass.
Zoe: Zoe squeezed in order to release a load of tension she had felt in her lower region, her walls now closing in on Aiden's length. She felt herself tightening and the friction from his movements increased. Letting Aiden get pleasure out of her, the girl slid her legs open wider, allowing him to fill her opening with as much strength as he wanted. Parting her lips, Zoe kissed Aiden back passionately, her tongue finding his in all the chaos. She knew it was time to switch things up and quicken their motions, making this a much rougher experience. Her opening had been worked into slightly and she was ready for more. Jolting her hips forward, the girl began thrusting roughly against Aiden's hips, inviting him to plunge inside of her. "Come on, Aiden, I want this. I want you." She reminded him, pleading as she locked eyes with him again.
Aiden: That was all Aiden needed, for Zoe to reassure him that he could give his all and not hold back anymore. Aiden made eye contact with the girl, offering her a smile. "All I want is you." He quickly leaned back in, kissing the girl with a much harder passion than before. Aiden stopped thinking so much and let his body take over, gripping onto her back tighter careful not to let her fall off the edge. His movements grew stronger and he was getting dangerously close to finishing. "Fuck." Aiden groaned through his teeth, the feeling in his abdomen becoming unbearable the harder he moved his hips. Part of him was afraid he was hurting Zoe but she seemed to show no signs that she wanted him to stop.
Zoe: After pretending for so long that she even cared remotely about other guys, Zoe knew she owed it to Aiden to at least be a little more honest. "I only want you." She replied fondly to him, which was very unlike her. She was clearly caught up in a soft and intimate moment, her words a lot less harsh than they'd been in previous conversations. She secretly loved the transition from delicate patterns to rough movements, something about it made her see Aiden in a different light. He was always so careful with her, but she liked seeing his manly side as well. Squeezing onto his skin, the girl released moans one after another, her mouth forming into a perfect "O" shape as she felt vibrations throughout her lower abdomen. The sensation was like having an itch or needing to sneeze. Rocking her hips back and forth quickly, she embraced the feeling of Aiden's length pulsing in and out of her. "I- I love you." The girl blurted out, only to find herself instantly regretting her cliche display of affection. A lot of girls declared their love during sex, and it was usually superficial for the guys. "I didn't mean that." She quickly added, working her hips roughly against his, her most sensitive area clashing against him at a quickened pace.
Aiden: Aiden slowed down hearing the last three words he expected Zoe to say any time soon. Aiden locked eyes with Zoe, the smile on his face grew and he smirked the second she claimed she didn't mean it. "Yes you did." He spoke softly to her, placing his hand under her chin, he kissed her softly. "It's okay, because I love you too. I have, I was just waiting for you to say it." Aiden started up again, this time determined to finish and give her the best feeling she's ever had. He sped up his movements once again, moaning with every thrust, he was getting close to finishing. "Jesus. Come on." Aiden hid his face in Zoe's shoulder, breathing heavily as he nearly lost control of himself he felt every ounce release inside of her.
Zoe: Hearing Aiden speak those words in return was a relief, though she didn't exactly doubt his feelings, she always had a little bit of concern that maybe she had fallen too hard for him. Clutching onto a fist full of his hair, Zoe remained connected to Aiden, gasping as he managed to reach his climax. She could stay here all night with Aiden, doing just this, now knowing that it felt heavenly to have Aiden inside of her. Bucking her hips forward several times, Zoe pleaded for Aiden to help her finish. She could feel a warm sensation reaching the surface and before she knew it, Zoe's eyes were shut tight and a loud moan rolled from her lips. "You really know what you're doing." She breathed softly, a laugh following her comment. She couldn't believe she had gotten this close to someone, she didn't even mind it. Disconnecting from Aiden, she slowly dipped back into the hot tub, her muscles relaxing instantly as the warm water soothed her.
Aiden: Aiden's confidence was through the roof hearing Zoe complimenting him, he always had a sense of confidence about him regardless but he was hoping to make her feel amazing. "I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. I did too." Aiden slid back down in the hot tub beside Zoe, giving her a kiss on her cheek. "So uh, since we confessed our undying love for one another. Are we still non-exclusive?" Aiden moved closer to Zoe, wrapping one arm around her shoulder and leaned his head against hers.
Zoe: "After that, I'd say we're pretty exclusive." Zoe replied, her cheeks flushing as she sunk deeper into the water. She may have been confident about her body, but having all of her emotions out on the table really made her feel vulnerable. "So... on a scale of one to ten, how hot is your girlfriend?" Zoe questioned, kinking an eyebrow afterwards. Her fingers ran along Aiden's thigh underneath the water, her eyes locked on him.
Aiden: Aiden was thrilled to finally get to this side of Zoe, admitting that he loved her was just as hard for him as it was for her. "Hm, probably about as hot as your boyfriend so like a 20?" Aiden found her hand underneath the water and entwined his fingers in hers. Aiden had a warm feeling in his chest, a feeling that he hadn't had in days. "How about we head back inside and get comfortable, maybe watch one of your movies? I'm feeling kind of old school tonight."
Zoe: Nodding her head, Zoe agreed with Aiden's remark, her cheeks happily warming up at his suggestion. "I would love to cozy up with a classic, that sounds perfect." Leaving a soft kiss on his lips, she exited with him, helping Aiden get into his bathrobe. The two went inside and shared the night together, watching one of Zoe's favorite movies.
I never knew Kapuskasing was soβ¦ homely. Well, I canβt say I donβt miss Toronto, but I donβt mind the change of scenery. I wish someone had told me not to wear my suede Balenciagas, though. Is anyone interested in a slightly scuffed pair of lilac heels?
I know itβs a pretty big difference but I must say, youβre definitely adjusting very well. Yeah, sorry about that, I should have told you those werenβt an appropriate pair of shoes to wear. I hope youβre ready to meet the rest of my family. Especially my mom. Thanks for coming with me by the way... really appreciate it.
Zoe: was taken aback by his harsh words, though she swallowed and accepted them, shaking her head in agreement. "Okay, if that's how you want to play it, then I came here to see why you ditched me. I wasn't expecting some grand gesture or anything, but no date at all is pretty much pathetic." She could tell that the boy was avoiding her at all costs, though she couldn't quite understand what she'd done to offend him so greatly. She had warmed up to Aiden a lot lately, so the sudden push from his side was a little discomforting. Picking up one of his shirts that were neatly folded on the bed, Zoe brought the fabric to her nose, smelling it for a moment. "You can date whoever you'd like, but I thought you were dying to go on a date with me." She gently placed the shirt inside of his empty suitcase and patted her hands down on top of it afterwards, smoothing down any wrinkles in the fabric. "I thought we'd have a romantic dinner, come back to your place and well... the rest would have been history." Zoe kinked an eyebrow, pleased with herself for dangling what could have been over Aiden's head. Would she have slept with him? Well, it would have taken a lot of trust for that to happen, but she felt like he was someone worth trusting. She didn't consider Luke or Neil her first time by any means, so being with someone like Aiden would have been special and meaningful. Sitting down on the edge of his bed, she looked up at Aiden, hoping he would take down his walls and open up to her. She knew it was a matter of time before he would, so she patiently waited.
Aiden: As much as it didn't seem like it, Aiden was listening to Zoe's every word. She deserved an explanation as to why he bailed on her date. It was partially surprising to see Zoe there, he was half expecting her to pretend not to care. Seeing her, as much as she still kept up her wall, it was enough for him to sense that she did care in her own way. The one thing about Zoe that he was drawn to was her ability to do things on her own terms and in her own way. As frustrating as it was sometimes, he had grown to admire that about her. Listening to her talk about their potential date only added his feeling of distress. He didn't want to cancel, he wanted nothing more than to take Zoe out. He would much rather be spending his time with her than spending it packing and waiting for Cam to arrive. Letting out a heavy sigh, he stopped packing for a moment, placing both his hands on the edges of the suitcase. He knew Zoe wasn't going to leave until she got to the bottom of why he ditched her. "My friend died." Aiden wasted no time in coming straight out with it, there was no point. "One of my best friends, actually. He was drinking and..." Aiden felt his throat beginning to close up and he choked on his own words for a moment, not wanting to repeat what happened. "He um...he rode on his motorcycle drunk and crashed it." Aiden's eyes were full, the second he blinked, he couldn't control his tears anymore. "They said he died on impact. That the crash was so bad there was no way he would have survived even for a second." The last part had just become a jumbled up sentence as Aiden's tears only began to flow harder. So I'm going home for the funeral. I don't know when I'll be back." He wiped his eyes with his shirt sleeve, trying to dry his eyes completely before he began to pack again. His eyes never met Zoe's, he was too vulnerable for her to see.
Zoe: was more than just surprised when Aiden cancelled their first official date, she was confused. This boy had always been quite prompt and kind, always keeping his promises all while keeping Zoe on her toes. What kind of pathetic excuse did he have up his sleeve? There was nothing going on in his life that the brunette didn't already know. He was an open book with Zoe, even if she always had her guard up. Approaching his apartment door, Zoe held the key that Aiden had given her between her fingers. She rubbed her thumb along the silver key, her eyes staying steady on its glimmer. He'd given her the key when she first mentioned she was staying in a hotel, it was his way of letting her know that he'd be there for her, if she needed him. She was almost panicking in a sense, because a part of her wondered if there was another girl inside. To find Aiden and another girl in a compromising position would tear Zoe up inside, even though she told him she would allow it. Opening the door carefully, she glanced around, noticing not much had changed. His roommate must have been out, causing Zoe to ease up a bit. She bee lined for his room and got there quickly. The boy's door had been cracked open, so she pushed it open. When she saw him, he was standing above his bed, folding clothes into a pile. She wouldn't normally question this, but there was a suitcase that had been on his bed as well. "What's this?" She asked with a tone of curiosity, though it was clear that she was also upset. "Are you leaving Toronto?" Zoe questioned, faking a bit of confidence, not wanting Aiden to know that she was secretly worried if that were the case. Folding her arms, she made eye contact with Aiden, waiting to hear his explanation.
Aiden: Aiden had spent most of his day trying his best to stay strong for himself and his roommate. His friend was close to both him and his roommate which made the atmosphere in his apartment less that satisfactory. His roommate had already left for Kapuskasking but Aiden wanted to wait until Cam could make it. Part of him felt bad for letting his roommate travel alone given the state that he was in but he needed his brother there to support him. Past memories of his friend filled his mind, it didn't matter what he was doing, everything reminded him of Ryan. Aiden grabbed his clothes from his drawers and began folding them, getting them ready to put in his suitcase. He wasn't sure how long he would be there, it could be days or it could be weeks. Part of him just wanted to stay there, in fear that something else could happen. Aiden felt like whenever he was away from someone he cared for, something bad always happened. When Cam was away, he almost lost him. Now he was away from home and he lost one of his closest friends. When Aiden learned the nature of his friend's death, it tore him apart inside even more. Ryan had been drinking, which wasn't uncommon. His friend had been made aware of his addiction to alcohol but refused to seek any sort of help. But instead of getting in his car, he got on his motorcycle drunk and crashed. Aiden blamed himself, much as he did for most things. He blamed himself for not being there as best as he could when he left. He blamed himself for not pushing him harder to get help. Aiden swiped a tear from his eyes as he continued packing. He didn't even hear the door open so when he heard Zoe's voice, it startled him so much that he nearly jumped into his nightstand. "Zoe...I uh...yeah I am. For a bit." Aiden avoided eye contact with Zoe, the last thing he wanted her to see was that he had been crying. "I'm going back home for some time. Is that why you came here? Or did you think I had a girl in here or something and you had to check on me?" Aiden stated with a bit harshness in his voice as he went back to packing his clothes. He didn't mean for a harsh tone to make its way to the surface but it was the only way he knew how to conceal his emotions at the moment.
Zoe: Okay, cryptic much? What, did you knock a girl up and need to go live with her and raise your love child? I don"t understand what could be /so/ terrible that you'd just ditch me.
Aiden: No, Zoe that's not it. You just have no idea okay? I am sorry. I'll talk to you later.
