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We belt out the lyrics together, not caring how ridiculous we might sound. Song after song plays as we cruise down the road, losing ourselves in the music and each other's company.
I pull onto a gravel driveway, surrounded by thick forest. The anticipation builds as I stop the car in front of a small stone cottage, nestled among the trees. The cottage itself is charming, with ivy creeping up its walls, and a thatched roof that seems to blend seamlessly with the surrounding greenery. It looks like something straight out of a fairy tale.
Her hazel eyes widen, taking in the scene before her. "Teddy... where are we?"
"Somewhere special," I tell her, smiling as I watch her reaction. "A little piece of heaven, just for us."
"Wow..." she breathes, unable to take her eyes off the cottage. "It's... it's beautiful."
I can't help but grin, a swell of pride rising in my chest. "Well, I've been thinking, babe. Maybe it's time for us to get out of that stuffy mansion and find a place of our own. Somewhere like... this."
"Here?" Her hazel eyes flick to mine, searching for answers. "You mean this place?"
"Yep," I nod, my hand finding hers as we stand by the car. "Bought it a while back, just as a place to escape to. Never was much for the city life, unlike Giovanni. Always preferred being close to nature, y'know?"
Raven smiles softly, squeezing my hand. "I love it, Teddy. It's perfect."
"Let me show you inside," I say, opening the front door and gesturing for her to enter. The warmth of the cottage envelops us as we step over the threshold, its cozy atmosphere an instant comfort in contrast to the chaos we've left behind.
The interior is homey and inviting, with wooden beams crisscrossing the ceiling and plush rugs covering the flagstone floors. A small fire crackles in the hearth, casting dancing shadows across the walls. We wander from room to room, taking in every detail–the well-stocked bookshelves, the rustic kitchen, and finally, the bedroom.
"Wow," Raven murmurs, her eyes widening as she takes in the space. The room is bathed in soft light from the windows, and the large, canopy bed beckons us with its plush pillows and thick blankets. It's the epitome of comfort and intimacy.
"Teddy, this is... amazing," she says, her voice barely above a whisper. "I can't believe you did all this."
"Only the best for my girl," I reply, cupping her face in my hands and leaning down to kiss her tenderly. She wraps her arms around my neck, deepening the kiss, and I lose myself in the sensation of her soft lips against mine.
Pulling back reluctantly, I look into her eyes, filled with love and trust. "Raven, I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you. You saved me from a lifetime of sadness. And I'll do anything to make sure we have the brightest future possible, together."
Her eyes glisten with unshed tears as she smiles up at me, her happiness radiating like the sun breaking through clouds. "I love you too, Teddy. More than words can say."
The warmth of Raven's body pressed against mine sends shivers down my spine, a contrast to the cool air of the room. Every touch feels electric, like we're two forces drawn together by destiny, or maybe just lust.
"Teddy," she whispers, her voice breathy and filled with want. "Please, I need you."
I catch her lips in another searing kiss, letting my hands roam over the curves of her body, memorizing each dip and swell. Her clothes smooth beneath my fingertips, but it isn't enough. I need to feel her skin on mine.
"Are you sure?" I ask, pausing for a moment to search her eyes for any hesitation.
Nothing.
Just pure desire mirrored back at me.
"More than anything," she breathes out, her eyes never leaving mine.
My heart hammers in my chest as I peel away the fabric from her body, leaving her bare before me. I can't help but marvel at the goddess laying beneath me, so vulnerable and yet so incredibly strong. She's the one who holds the power here, and she knows it.
Our bodies entwine, moving in harmony as we explore each other's most intimate places. I lose myself in the sensation of her hands on my skin, her sweet moans filling the room like music that only we can hear. It's a symphony of passion, and I'm addicted to the sound.
"Raven," I gasp, my voice strained as I cling to the last threads of control. "I love you so much."
"I love you, Teddy," she whispers back, her eyes locked onto mine as if nothing else in the world exists outside this moment.
Our rhythm quickens, our bodies pushing closer and closer to the edge. Time seems to slow, each second feeling like an eternity as we cling to one another. And then, with a shudder that shakes us both to our very core, we tumble over the edge together.
Breathless and spent, I collapse onto the bed beside her, still feeling the aftershocks of our passion coursing through me. Our legs tangled together, Raven's head finds its place on my chest, her breath warm and steady against my skin.
"Raven," I say softly, my fingers gently stroking her raven-black hair. "I can't imagine my life without you in it. I know I call you Darkness, but it's because you're the force that makes me see the light."
She lifts her head, looking at me with those hazel eyes that seem to see right into my soul. "Teddy, I don't ever want to be apart from you either. I love you more than I've ever loved anyone."
As we lay there, wrapped in each other's arms and basking in the afterglow, I know that this is what happiness truly feels like. The world outside might be dark and filled with danger, but here, in this stone cottage, we've found our peace.
The End.
