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Crystal Smee

Crystal Smee

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It was startlingly intimate, as his breath skittered across the back of her neck, and his heart throbbed in time with her own. The last time she had been this close to anyone was with Lucas. She welcomed the familiar surge of memory as it washed over her like a wave.
Lucas hovered over her, staring at her with that searing gaze she loved so much. He was propped up on his right elbow, while his left hand skimmed down her side, toying with the hem of her dress. Capturing her lips in a hungry, urgent kiss, he began to lift up her skirts. She kissed him back with equal passion, then pressed on his chest and pushed him away.
“Lucas,” she whispered. “Stop. Stop!”
“What?” he grumbled, pulling away. His fingers, which were never at rest, stroked her cheek and down her neck before coming to rest across the hollow at the base of her throat, where he could feel her heartbeat. He placed a gentle kiss there before meeting her gaze again.
“We should really go back to your rooms.”
He grinned. “We should really stay here, Justine.”
“What if my father finds us?”
Lucas waved a hand dismissively. “Still worried about dear old dad catching you with the cook’s boy? Come on. I thought he had accepted that we’re together.”
“That doesn’t mean he’s happy about it. And if he catches us together…” she let the sentence end unfinished.
“We’ve been over this,” he sighed, with mock seriousness. “My poor little pallet can’t hold us both. And here you’ve got pillows and blankets and such a giant, comfortable bed.” He bounced up and down for effect, and she giggled. One of his hands snaked around her waist and pulled her close to him. “And besides, I don’t think I could wait for as long as it takes to run all the way back to the castle and through that awfully large building to my rooms…Don’t worry so much. He hasn’t caught us yet. Besides, he’s at that meeting with the King, isn’t he? Those always go late. We’ve nothing to worry about, my love.”

24-May-2009 22:52:30

Crystal Smee

Crystal Smee

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She curled her fingers through his hair. “You’re always right.”
“I know. So why are we still talking?”
She had responded by reaching up to press her lips to his…
“Justine?”
Her body went stiff. The memory had been so vivid – they all were, but considering what it was about, and who she was in company with right now*Had she said something? Had something given her away?
“I wanted to ask you something,” James continued, a bit uncertainly.
“Oh?” she asked, her heart pounding. “What?”
“Well, I don’t know if you’ve heard, but there is a ball tonight at the castle.” Justine had, in fact, heard about it. Her father had talked about nothing else for the past week. As with all the other balls, he desperately wished she would attend, and meet some suitable high-class man that he could marry her off to, and officially eliminate Lucas from her life. As with all other balls, she had denied him again and again.
“I’ve heard,” she replied, slowly.
“Were you, ah, planning on attending?” James continued.
“I…” she hesitated. “I wasn’t sure.”
“Would you…” he paused, and she saw his hands twisting nervously before her around the reins. “Would you be interested in accompanying me?” When she hesitated, he added hurriedly, “I wouldn’* want you to feel obligated, but I would love to spend more time talking to you.”
Justine was entirely obligated – one could not turn down an invitation from the Prince – but she found she did not mind. She enjoyed his company, and the way he could bring a smile to her face, when nothing else had for months. It wouldn’t hurt her to try to have some fun. Just because Lucas wasn’t around did*’t mean she had to stay in the house all day – she had a right to have other friends.
By now the horse and slowed and finally stopped outside her father’s home. She realized she had been silent for a long time. “I would be honored, my Lord,” she admitted finally.

24-May-2009 22:57:08

Crystal Smee

Crystal Smee

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His hands released the reins and slid back, grazing her thighs before resting lightly on her hips. *So would I,” he replied softly, his mouth just next to her ear. Then quickly, he pulled back, and the moment was gone. “I will meet you here in two hours, if that is enough time?”
“Plenty,” she responded hoarsely. Her throat had gone completely dry.
He swung down gracefully, then offered her his hand. After she was on the ground, he held for a second longer before letting go, and then fidgeted nervously. “I guess – I will see you then.”
“Thank you, James. For escorting me home.” She bowed her head a moment, then escaped into her house. Upon closing the door, she leaned back against it, her chest heaving. The entire encounter had left her nerves on end and her senses heightened. She felt as though she had just run for miles, exhausted. What a day! Eyes shut, she hoped to calm the rapid stuttering of her heart.
“So that’s where you snuck off to today,” a low voice drawled, out of the darkness of the parlor.
“Father!” she gasped.
“It’s nothing to be ashamed of. I’m proud of you, my dear. The Prince – what a catch!” She could hear the triumphant glee in his voice.
“It’s not like that! He saw me on the street – I stayed out too late, shopping,” she protested. “He offered to escort me home.”
“Perhaps you should go to the gala tonight,” he pressed eagerly. “It would be perfect timing now, to show that you are – available…
The thought of Lucas stabbed through her heart. “I am not *available’!” she snapped angrily.
“Oh, right, I forgot about your little servant friend,” he sneered, making her burn with anger. “Has he written to you lately?”
“Shut up! If anything happens to Lucas, I will never forgive you!” she hissed.
He had approached her, and now she could make out his silhouette, with his evil grin spread across his fine, aristocratic features. “He’s not coming back, Justine. You should face reality. It’s time for you to find a husband.”

24-May-2009 22:57:56

Crystal Smee

Crystal Smee

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“Lucas will be my husband!”
He laughed softly. “Fine then, keep dreaming, my dear. But eventually you will have to wake up.”
She jammed her hand into his chest, pushing him out of her way. “You can’t control my life, Father! You drove Lucas away, but he will come back, and we will be married. You can’t stop us. And until that day, my life is my own, and to hell with you!” She stormed angrily up the stairs.
Her father called after her, “You’re still going to the gala with the Prince, right?”
Fuming, she slammed the door to her room behind her and collapsed on the bed, trembling with anger. Her father was so cruel! She was sick of his jabs at Lucas, his hints that Lucas might die and she might never see her love again. Couldn’t he understand how much she loved him? No, he wanted to marry her off and reap the rewards. She almost wanted to forget about the gala, just to anger him. She shook her head sadly. She couldn’t just abandon James that way. She would have to go – but it was her choice, not her father’s. And she was going as James’ friend, anyway.
Sighing, she dragged herself off the bed and called for a maid to help her dress for the gala. If she was going to be with the Prince, she would have to look her best.

24-May-2009 22:58:20

Chuk

Chuk

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I haven't posted in awhile. :(
Nor have I read. After getting on your case. I should probably be slapped. My only excuse is that I had a speech to prepare for graduation today. Now that that's over with, maybe I can come back, eh?
I really look forward to reading those.

07-Jun-2009 04:28:03

Chuk

Chuk

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Damn. I couldn't proofread at all after the first post, it got me so involved. I am still impressed by how emotional your writing is and how well it draws the reader in. It really is a treat when you add, compared to what else is around these places.
The one error I think I found is:
“It certainly looked back for a while.”
- Did you mean “black”?
Can't wait for more!

12-Jun-2009 07:31:13

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