I straighten myself out when she's gone, fixing my hair and pulling down my shirt which was rising in the back.

Then I join her in my tiny dining area. The table is only big enough for two. Perfect for us. I turn the tv on in the living room, which is clearly visible from the table, and turn the one in my room off.

She lays out all the sushi on the table so we can just share everything. Then she moves her chair closer to me and we turn to the tv as I put on the first movie I see.

"Emm," she hums in delight as she grabs a piece and shoves it in her mouth.

I open my chopsticks and struggle to grab one for myself. It keeps falling. I glare at it and try to use two hands with my chopsticks to grab it.

Aphrodite giggles at me and I feel my face turn red in embarrassment.

"Here," she picks it up with her chopsticks and holds it in front of my mouth.

I take it.

"Emm," I hum in delight.

She moves closer to me and continues to feed me as we watch the movie. Though I don't admit it out loud, it makes me feel better. Comforts me and warms my heart. After dinner, we sit on the couch and I rest my head on her shoulder as we watch the movie. The cats sit around us, the Countess keeps her distance and stays just out of reach. Cloud sits on my lap and purrs when I pet him occasionally. Aphrodite pets him too.

When the movie is over Aphrodite yawns and I show her to my bathroom so she can wash up. I wait until she is done to wash up and get ready for bed myself.

"Night," I grab a pillow from the bed as she makes herself comfortable.

She grabs me by the wrist and prevents me from walking out, I turn to her.

"You can stay in here with me if you want." She offers.

I blush and look away from her.

She stands up and grabs me by the waist, pulling me closer, letting me know I didn't misunderstand her intentions.

"We shouldn't," I whisper.

"It doesn't have to mean anything. It's just been a while since I've felt comfortable enough with someone to take a chance. I'm ashamed to say I'm very out of practice. I don't like it when it's with people I have no connection with. I have always found the deeper the connection, the better it can be."

"But, won't it be awkward, you... and me. Us. We aren't exactly cool with each other like that. Until today, I kind of didn't like you that much." I admit.

"And now?" she asks.

I finally meet her eyes.

The orange and brown hues sparkle up at me, reminding me of something I can't put my finger on.

"Now," I say softly, pulling her closer by wrapping my arms around her. "Now I see things differently. I see you differently. I think I've finally forgiven you for all that crap way back when. I really appreciate what you've done for me today."

"Can't we just be weak together, for this one night?" she asks.

I pull back and she looks away in disappointment until she sees me take off my engagement ring and put it away on my nightstand. Then we lock eyes again, the room instantly charged.

She leans into me first, her lips brushing against mine.

"Promise we won't tell anyone about this," I say.

"I swear, trust me. You aren't the only one who doesn't want this getting out." She whispers.

"I like to lead," I peck her on the lips.

"Me too." She smirks against my lips.

"Then it seems like we have a predicament." I giggle.

"Don't try and fight me for it, I'll win." She grabs me by my shirt and whirls me around before slamming down on the bed and getting on top of me.

"We'll see," I say before she smashes her lips against mine.

It's been so long since I've felt this way. Actually excited, and happy. When I do it with Jade, I'm just doing it out of obligation and desperation for her affection. It's the only time I feel connected to her like we used to.

This isn't like that; this reminds me of how good it used to be between Jade and me. How far we've fallen from what it should feel like. How easy it should come, how comforting it should be.

Aphrodite and I wrestle for control, our clothes flinging this way and that in the room. She says she's out of practice, but the girl has moves. She easily dominates me, not that I try too hard to fight her. It's been a while since I was on the receiving end of this much tender love and care.

The bed rocks back and forth with her lovemaking motions, and I'd be lying if I said this didn't feel really good. So good I struggle to remember what it feels like when I do it with Jade. My breath comes out in short pants as I curve my body into her, enjoying every last second of this.

"Fuck, Skylar." She moans.

I wrap my arms around her, my hands resting on her back as I pull her closer. She takes the hint and smashes our lips together again, our tongues fighting for dominance. I moan and twitch when she hits that sweet spot.

She breaks the kiss and whispers in my ear,

"You like that huh?"

She does it again.

I twitch and moan again.

"Does it feel good?" she asks.

"Yes," I say breathily.

"Yes what?" she asks.

"Yes, fuck yes," I moan as she does it again.

She stops.

I look up at her.

"Beg me," she demands.

I blush so bad I can feel my neck heat up too.

She thrust her hips again for emphasis and I twitch in pleasure.

"I'm waiting," she says.

"That's embarrassing," I complain.

She smirks.

"I can't," I whine.

"Then I guess you don't want it." She pulls back.

"No!"

She stops, looking at me expectantly.

"Aphrodite, please," I force out. Averting my gaze.

She moves back inside me, slower.

I moan.

"More," she demands.

"Aphrodite, please. Oh fuck, please. Don't stop."

She goes faster.

"Aphrodite, oh god, Don't stop." My body tenses up.

She bends down and kisses me, picking up the pace, hitting me in that sweet spot.

I moan and dig my fingers into her back as my body reaches its climax. She slows to a stop as I struggle to catch my breath.

She peppers kisses on my glistening skin, allowing me to come down slowly. Then she pulls back, pulling the strap off. She crawls back on top of me and we resume our make-out session. I turn it around on her, flipping our positions and getting on top of her to repay her efforts.

Even on the bottom she's still controlling and demanding, her hands forcing my head down low.

After we complete the devil's dance we lay naked in bed, staring at the ceiling, taking in what just happened.

"Thank you, for this." I pull her into my arms.

"Still think I'm a mean bitch?"

"Oh most definitely, but you have a sweet and soft side too. Which for the record, I think is very cute." I kiss her shoulder.

She blushes and elbows me.

I giggle.

She lets me hold her and we fall asleep like that.