A Second Chance

The Drop Off

The taxi ride was a little more awkward than expected, the first five minutes, we sat in silence. Then we made small talk for the last fifteen. I began to wonder where the talkative, charming Tom had gone. Saying that though, it never put me off him at all, I just put it down to tiredness.

When the taxi pulled up, I pointed out which building my apartment was in and then as best as I could, proceeded to point to my floor.

"Oh by the way, the lift is broken so we'll have to climb the stairs. That's not a problem is it?"

"No, of course not. It just means I have to spend more time with you, darling" he teased, giving me a slight nudge as I opened the lobby door.

My apartment was on the fourth floor, so by the time we'd reached the second flight of stairs, thanks to the alcohol, I was beginning to flag. Tom noticed me gradually slowing my pace so he took my hand and led me up, dragging me, but also allowing me to take it easy too. When we finally reached the top we waited at my door and stood silently for what seemed like forever, our hands still entwined. He stared into my eyes again, and I suddenly felt my knees begin to buckle like the last time.

He thread his fingers in between my own and stepped closer to me, inches away from my face.

"I had a really wonderful time tonight" He whispered,

"Me too" I replied.

I desperately wanted him to come inside, but something told me he was more of a gentleman than that.

"Perhaps we could do this again sometime?" still whispering, except he was much closer to my ear now, the warm feeling in the pit of my stomach was back again.

"I'd like that.. very much" I found it difficult to catch my breath, just the thought of him being near me made me weak at the knees.

Once again I felt his warm breath tickling my cheek, as he was slowly lowering his face closer to mine. His free hand wrapped around my waist and pulled me in tight to his body. Our lips met, hesitantly at first and then he deepened it once we'd both got a taste of each other. It remained slow, delicate and explorative for a while, then it became much more tender and sensual. I let go of his hand and wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling myself onto the tips of my toes, taking in as much of him as I could. He clasped both of his hands around my waist slowly stroking my back with his thumbs, this lasted for at least five minutes, but to me it was like five hours of pure bliss.

Just as he pulled away, he nibbled on my lower lip  then released me from his grasp. I wanted to stay in that moment forever.

Still captured within his gaze, I rummaged around in my handbag trying to get a hold of my door key, refusing to break eye contact with Tom. When I finally found it, I forced myself to release my gaze and find the keyhole to unlock the door.

"Do you... want to come in?" I asked politely, a hint of hope in my voice.

"Not tonight, love" he whispered gently while stroking my cheek with his finger.

"Perhaps another time then?" I asked with a smile as I slipped a piece of paper with my number into his trouser pocket, accidently brushing my hand against his crotch. Either those trousers are tight or I wasn't the only one who enjoyed that kiss!

"Oh I'm sure of it" he whispered,

"Good night Piper. I look forward to next time" He raised my hand to his mouth and gently kissed it with his soft lips, sending shivers all over my body. Then he turned and walked down the hall to the stairs, as I slowly watched Tom disappear out of my sight.

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I know It was short again but I really wanted to get this chapter uploaded. I have written some more chapters but I am going to publish them randomly over the next few days so keep an eye out! I hope you enjoyed this part and the rest to come! :D