The ride home was quiet. She held my hand but kept her gaze out the passenger window. I knew when she was lost in thought and I let the miles pass in silence.

Once we were home and the door was closed behind us, Jess spun around and kissed me. Deeply and passionately. I returned her kiss, savoring every moment. Stumbling up the stairs, our clothes were hanging off by the time I shut the door to my room behind us. We were both naked once I lay her on the bed.

"Make love to me." she breathed, the need evident in her voice.

I kissed her once more, then...