“You’re staring at me, Lucas.” Those were the first words she said to me. “Yes, I guess I am.” “Is there something you like?” “Of course.” You see, Deliah was a recent hire at our publishing company. She had been there for only a few months when I walked into her office to ask for Theodore William’s file. Ted had been our chief photographer for 23 years and had recently retired. We needed several of his photos for our nex...

There I was at a Tantra meetup with Deliah, a week after our night together. We joined thirty people of all ages in a large rec room of an apartment building in the inner city. I had done what Deliah asked and had been celibate since fucking her. The place was on fire, literally. The only lighting was candles everywhere. The music was soothing, giving the large room an aura of warmth and serenity. Everyone was welcoming a...