A bright afternoon sun bathed the small urban center with its warmth. Locals strolled along the square, the air buzzed with laughter and occasional music from nearby cafes. I was twenty-two, caught in the zest of strength and love. My thoughts centered on the surprise I’d prepared for my girlfriend. However, a subtle doubt crossed my mind. We never tried this. Will she like it?
Lost in this thought, a mouthwatering aroma of peppery oregano and melted cheese tickled my nose. I realized my own hunger and decided to get a box of pizza. In a separate bag, was her favorite ice cream. I made sure it wouldn't melt anytime soon. After all, what better way to celebrate love than with food? To my surprise, a familiar voice called me out. It was a friend from the bar where we often played pool.
“What a surprise! Let's go grab a drink?” His face lit up with a welcoming grin and raised eyebrows.
“I’d love to, but I'm in a bit of a rush.”
“Come on, you wouldn't turn down a drink with a friend, would you?”
“I'm sorry, but next time, I promise. I owe you one.” I said, a little ashamed I had to turn him down. Despite his protests, I couldn't go with him. Not today.
Juggling the pizza box and ice cream, I entered my humble apartment on the third floor. I set the food on the kitchen counter and paused for a moment to reflect. This had been my home for nine months. In these rooms, we shared many intimate moments. A year ago, on our first night, she confessed that she wasn't a virgin.
"Already? You certainly didn't waste any time," I joked. But seeing her cheeks blush, I reassured her, “I don’t mind, babe.” That night she surrendered to me, and… Unexpectedly, my phone rang and snapped me back to the present.
“I'm done with today’s classes,” she said.
“Perfect timing, the surprise is ready.”
“What is it, please tell me, tell me!”
“Be patient, you'll find out.” I felt excitement in her voice.
“Ok, I’ll be there in twenty minutes.” Now her tone changed to slightly disappointed.
I took the opportunity to tidy up the apartment. Just as I finished, a soft knock on the door, barely louder than a whisper, caught my attention. Swinging it open, there she was. Pretty as always. A beautiful smile and brown eyes filled with excitement to see me.
Standing short, her head just reaching my chin, with waves of brown hair cascading past the shoulders. There was a girly charm about her. At eighteen years old, she balanced the line between innocence and womanhood. A subtle shyness, and often without makeup. Just how I like it. She wore loose jeans and a shirt. Both were unable to hide her curves.
“Hey, come in, You weren't daydreaming about me in the class, were you?”
“A little,” she chuckled, stepping into the lengthy hallway. I placed my hands on her hips and pressed my lips to hers. She wrapped her hands around me, deepening the connection.
“Let's leave something for later.” I took her backpack and dropped it next to the bed, it made a loud thud.
“What are you carrying in here?” I said as we sat on the bed across from each other.
“It was a long day; we had to run in physical education class,” her voice weary.
“You, running?” I couldn't help but chuckle, teasing her.
“Yes, me running!” she made a sarcastic angry expression.
“By the way, I got us a pizza, and I know you won't refuse,” I teased her again before stepping out of the room. Upon return with the pizza box in which two slices were already missing, the result of my earlier hunger.
“Pizza!” she said, her eyes sparkling with delight forgiving my previous jokes.
“It's still warm; here is a slice,” I said, taking a deep breath of the melted cheese and sauce aroma.
"Mmm, that smells amazing."
Soon, the pizza box was empty.
“And now, for my favorite dish,” I said with a naughty grin, as I slid my hand over her thighs. My fingers gravitated toward the source of her feminine essence. She released a soft gasp, eyes widening with a mix of surprise and arousal. Hand in hand, we found ourselves on the plush bathroom carpet.
I slowly unbuttoned my shirt revealing the ink on my body. She removed her clothes as well. Her body was a silky canvas that longed to be explored. Two soft breasts, ineffectively trying to oppose gravity, bouncing gently with her every movement. Her hips made an alluring slope for the waist. The belly oasis, with a delicate belly button in the center, waiting for my fingers to find it. Her bottom had the perfect shape, curved like a ripe peach, and her thighs were warm and soft, inviting me to linger between them and enjoy the warmth and sweetness of her most intimate flower. In the love of our embrace, our lips met again, expressing warmth and passion. We enjoyed the connection for a moment which seemed like it would last forever.
“Come, let’s shower,” I suggested while tracing my finger along the contour of her ear.
“Together?”
"Yes, babe, wait for me.” In a few seconds, I was back from the kitchen with an ice cream on a stick. "Surprise!" I said, expecting that the idea made as much sense to her as it did to me.