Deeper

"Well, about that, I can explain..." Ashton started explaining everything to Cara. He was afraid that she would think that he took advantage of her, but Cara was too dumbfounded with his explanation. Words literally left her ears and did not sync in to her brain.

"By the way, the woman you saved. We need to get to her tomorrow." Ashton tried his best to divert Cara's attention to ease the awkwardness between them.

"Oh, why?" She asked Ashton.

"Because she knows who you are." Ashton said it straight to Cara's face. "By the way, thanks for helping me fix my elbow." He added.

"Thank you for taking care of me, as well. Good night." Cara retired to her bed.

The next day, after her morning routine, she was looking at herself in the mirror. "Ashton saw all this… I wonder what he thinks. Should I make him accountable for me?"She thought while looking at her naked, sexy figure.

Then flashes of images of Ashton's wet and nude body last night came to her mind. "But I saw and felt everything of him too… should I be accountable for him as well?" She pressed her finger to her lips. She scolded herself with her dirty thoughts.

"Gosh, what is happening to me?" Cara could not believe being with Ashton like this would make her lose her inhibitions.

"Love, are you ready?" She heard Ashton call for her.

"Give me five more minutes, please." She responded as she quickly dressed up. Today she chose a white backless, haltered neckline top. She partnered it with a black pencil cut skirt and also a black blazer. She tied her hair in a high bun; the few streaks of hair that fell on her cheeks made her sophisticated look have a touch of flirtatiousness.

Cara took a deep breath before she opened her door. She wants to be as casual as possible around Ashton.

Ashton was busy with his phone when she entered his room. "I'm ready" She declared.

He nodded and did not even look at her. She felt a stinging pain in her chest; she does not want to admit it but it was obvious that she wanted Ashton to look at her and want her.

Cara and Ashton went to their car. She stole glances at him, but he seemed uninterested. She let go of a deep sigh. Cara massaged her temples as she stared out the window.

Is this the woman she became? She clearly does not like people's attention, but why is Ashton's attention something she wants? No, want is just an understatement… she needs it, she craves for it.

Ashton is having a really hard time trying to avoid Cara. He is too embarrassed to face her, but the frustration on Cara's face right now is killing him all the more.

The time they spent together made him more inclined to making Cara happy, making her satisfied. He cleared his throat before he spoke. "You look exceptional today, babe."

His words left her taken aback. "Did he just read my mind? Am I that transparent to him?" She tried to play it cool, even if it sent butterflies to her stomach.

"Hmm, you don't look bad yourself, love." She responded.

"I'm sorry. I just don't know how to face you properly today." Ashton admitted it to Cara.

"I know. It was weird." Cara agreed.

They both chuckled, and that spark between them was again, undeniably, there. Ashton and Cara carried on with their day as planned. They arrived at the district hospital in thirty minutes, and as expected, Percy was expecting them to come.

"Hi." Cara said briefly, not knowing what to expect from her. Percy looked in her direction and was speechless. Obviously, Percy's emotion overwhelmed her. Cara walked closer to her to wipe her tears. She was petite and had long black hair. Percy is pretty and at Cara's estimate, they are around the same age.

She stood her ground and bowed in front of Cara. "I… I am Percida, descendant of the fire faction." She stuttered while introducing her name.

Cara embraced Percy. This is the first time she met someone like her, her own kind. "It is nice to meet you, Percy." Cara said with a smile and helped her stand properly.

"No. It is my honor to meet the Sakalam." Percy said it out loud.

"How about you go with us until you get better?" Cara offered to Percy.

"Yes, I would just need to talk to my boss." Percy agreed instantly but still had hesitations.

Ashton walked closer and butted in. "No need. I've already talked to them, and paid all your unpaid debts and more."

Ashton's revelation surprised Percy, but it was a news she needed to hear. She loves the kids she was taking care of but her debt from her employer seems endless. And now, she's free.

"Another good news, your doctor said you can go home now." Ashton added.

"Thanks, babe, for taking care of everything." Cara smiled sweetly at Ashton. Like a smitten little boy, Ashton blushed because of Cara's small gesture.

Percy found the interaction between the two weird.

***

When they reached home, Ashton showed Percy her own room. "I think you should rest first. Just call me when you are ready and well rested." Cara said to Percy.

Cara and Ashton went straight to the secret library. She sat on the couch in front of the fire pit.

Ashton placed more wood on the fire pit. He took off his coat and sat beside Cara.

There is weird warmth Cara is feeling again. She also removed her blazer to cool down a little.

Ashton is restraining himself not to openly admire Cara's sexy back. She definitely can see Ashton in her peripheral view.

"You like watching my back." She commented as she stares back at Ashton. He almost chokes at Cara's confrontation.

"Do you find it uncomfortable?" Ashton wanted to know where he stands.

"Hmm, weirdly enough. No. I like it when you like me. Am I making sense?" She laughed at her own realization.

"Yeah, it makes perfect sense to me because I feel the same." Ashton let out a big smile, feeling relieved that hiding his admiration for Cara is non sense. Cara rested her head on Ashton's hard chest. This is the warmest, most comfortable place for Cara right now. And she is not planning on holding back.

"Thank God, you are the one fated to be my teacher. I might go crazy if my designated servant is a crazy perv." Cara said, and they both giggled.

"I'm not satyromaniac, that I can attest. But I'm no angel Cara. I will be honest with you. I like you, I find you sexy as fuc* and a beautiful person as a whole. But then rest assured, I will never force myself to you." He said directly with his face so hot and red.

Cara sat up straight to face Ashton who just confessed his intention to her.

"I understand. I feel the same, on the contrary I feel safer when I'm with you." Cara held Ashton's face. "I'm not sure if I will be able to keep my promise not to fall for you." Cara said; as she inched closer to Ashton's face.

The ambiance is perfect for Cara's first real kiss. The subtle sound the fire makes and the dimly lit library was making the atmosphere intimate for them. Cara's fresh minty breath and vanilla scent are seducing Ashton all the more.

Cara could feel Ashton's hot breath on her face. She slightly parted her lips, not knowing how to properly do her first kiss.

Ashton accepted Cara's initiative. He lowered his head to meet Cara's lips. Their lips barely touched as Cara moved away to look at Ashton's expression. His eyes still closed and his breathing fast encourages Cara to give him more.

She held his chin and kissed him again on the lips. Ashton did not disappoint. He opened a whole new dimension for Cara when he parted her lips bigger and made his kisses deeper.

It was so deep it felt like he wanted to touch Cara's soul. Cara's hands interlocked behind his neck. Ashton clutches Cara's waist and back. It made their exchange hotter. She can go crazy with the warm hands of Ashton caressing her bare back, but it is crazier if they went all the way.

She let go of Ashton's kisses and gently placed her hand on his chest, creating a small gap between them. Her gesture alerted Ashton.

"Sorry, did I go too far?" He asked Cara with worry in his voice.

Cara wiped Ashton's lips with her fingers; with her seductive gaze, she answered him.

"No. I'm just worried that, I will go too far if we don't stop right now."