Filed to story: When His Wife Can’t Forgive
Alicia’s heartbeat grew faster with each passing moment. Their chests were almost touching, and she feared he might sense her growing unease. Carefully, she reached out, trying to put some space between them.
Caden’s Adam’s apple moved as he swallowed the grapefruit.
The fresh citrus scent hung between them, filling the small space that separated their faces.
“There are two pieces left. Will you feed them to me, or should I steal another kiss?” Caden asked.
Alicia felt tension building up inside her. Trying not to lose control, she responded quickly, “I’ll feed you.”
Caden smiled. “With your mouth?” he teased.
“No! With my hand!” Alicia answered loudly.
Caden moved away, finally giving her some space. Alicia took a moment to collect herself. She picked up the last two pieces of fruit and moved closer to feed him.
She fed him without lingering, making sure there was no unnecessary contact. The interaction remained simple and quick.
Thankfully, Caden behaved himself.
As the tension started to ease, Alicia felt the atmosphere become more comfortable again. She decided to speak up. “How does it taste? Do you like it?”
Caden looked at her directly. “It’s not that impressive. To be honest, it’s just so-so,” he replied.
Caden had never been a fan of fruit. Grapefruit, in particular, had always seemed bland and bothersome to him.
But today, as he ate it, he found it unexpectedly satisfying.
Alicia grumbled under her breath, “Just so-so? I picked out the sweetest one for you.”
Caden turned his head and looked at her.
“It’s sweet, but not overly so. It’s juicy enough, though,” he said, taking his time with each word. “I’d rate it a solid seven out of ten.”
Alicia stayed silent, unsure of what to say.
She had a strong suspicion that his comment had a double meaning. The way he said it made her almost certain of it.
She handed him the last piece of grapefruit. His eyes were now on the TV, appearing completely engrossed in what was playing.
Alicia followed his gaze and noticed the scene. The couple on the screen was kissing.
The sudden intimacy between the characters made her feel awkward.
They had just been crying and arguing only a moment ago. Now, they were suddenly kissing and getting close. The shift left her feeling uncomfortable and confused.
There wasn’t even any background music playing. The only sound in the living room was the exaggerated smacking of the couple’s kiss on the TV. The uncomfortable silence made Alicia feel uneasy. She quickly reached for the remote, wanting to change the channel.
Caden remarked, “Their kissing skills are pretty average, but still better than yours.”
Alicia’s lips twitched in annoyance. “Why are you even comparing them to me?” she asked.
Caden gave her a calm look. “I’m just being honest,” he said.
Alicia rolled her eyes, deciding to respond just as bluntly. “Maybe his kissing skills are better than mine, but yours are definitely worse. How about that?”
Caden raised an eyebrow, amused by her response. “I see,” he said. “It seems like I need to practice a bit more.” His words caught Alicia off guard.
Then, without missing a beat, Caden added, “Since you claim your skills are better, why don’t you teach me?”
Alicia choked on her own breath, stunned by how blunt he was.
He glared at him. He wasn’t being innocent; he was definitely up to no good.
Alicia refused to fall into his trap. “I’m not interested in teaching anyone,” she said sternly.
Caden remained calm. He spoke slowly. “Just admit that your kissing skills aren’t that great. We know each other well enough, and I won’t make fun of you for being honest.”
Alicia was easily provoked most of the time, but this time, she stood her ground. “Laugh all you want. It won’t change my mind. I’m not teaching you anything.”
“Fine. I understand. You’re just used to being second best.”
Caden was provoking her again.
Alicia’s head snapped up at his words. She took the bait without hesitation. “What do you mean by that?”
Caden kept his expression serious, making his ridiculous statements sound almost believable. “When it comes to kissing skills, that male lead on TV is first, and you’re second. It’s just like our old competitions. For over a decade, you were always second place.”
Alicia stared at him, completely speechless.
Caden had successfully ignited Alicia’s anger. He made no effort to calm her down. Instead, he sat back, watching with amusement as she slowly lost her temper.
Alicia couldn’t hold herself back any longer. She leaned forward and bit his lips.
At first, her actions were filled with fierce determination. But as the moment stretched on, she felt embarrassment bubbling up, mixed with a surge of nervous excitement. Her resolve began to falter, and she wanted to pull away.
Before she could do so, Caden wrapped his long arms around her and lifted her onto his lap. He used just enough strength to keep her close, making any escape impossible.
Their eyes locked in silence.
Caden’s gaze was deep and unwavering. His voice held a hint of challenge. “If you’re going to teach me, then do it properly. Don’t make me look down on your efforts.”
Alicia’s body went rigid for a moment, swallowing anxiously.
She was nestled comfortably in Caden’s arms. The warmth from his body radiated through his thin shirt, making it hard for her to think clearly.
Maybe she really had lost her mind.
At this moment, she found Caden undeniably attractive. He watched her silently, solemnly. He wasn’t making any playful advances or teasing her. It was just his natural presence and striking features that were drawing her in.
Slowly, Alicia raised her hand and ran her fingers through his hair.
Caden’s temperament was as stubborn as his hair. The roots were firm, and the strands felt clean and smooth against her skin. She had to make an effort to hold onto them as they slipped slightly through her fingers.
Alicia leaned down and pressed her lips against his.
Her mind went completely blank. She wasn’t sure how to kiss him properly, and her movements were awkward and stiff, even more so than the last time they had kissed. As she tried to continue, the bridge of his nose kept getting in the way.
It brushed against hers repeatedly.
It was starting to frustrate her. She finally pushed her hand against his nose, trying to adjust.
Caden was speechless for a moment. “What are you doing?” he asked, sounding both confused and amused.
Alicia let out a frustrated whisper. “Your nose keeps getting in the way. It’s making it impossible for me to kiss you properly.”
Caden took a deep breath, then moved her hand away. His voice was hoarse as he spoke. “You’ve got enough strength to nearly knock me over, but you can’t figure out how to just tilt your head?”
Alicia felt a bit lost. She licked her lips, trying to think of what to do next.
The simple action only made her lips look even more rosy and enticing in Caden’s eyes.
“How?” Alicia asked.
Caden could see the genuine confusion in her eyes.
How could she be this clueless?
She had excelled back in school, mastering the most complicated subjects without any effort at all.
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They had already kissed several times before.
How could she still not know how to tilt her head?
Caden felt an urge to deepen the kiss and draw her tongue into his mouth, but he held back. He decided to guide her instead. “Twist a little. Move while you’re sucking on my lips. Move your head to the left, then to the right. Keep it fluid, back and forth.”
Alicia tried to follow his instructions step by step.
He explained everything in detail, and she did her best to mimic him, but her hesitation was clear. Despite learning quickly, her shyness made her clumsy. After a few minutes, she still awkwardly bumped into his teeth.
Caden could feel his own control slipping.
He had started this with the intent of watching her struggle, just to amuse himself. But instead, her awkwardness had become more of a test of his own limits.
His patience finally wore thin. He grabbed the back of her head and took over.
He was frustrated, but his desire drove him to keep going. After what felt like an eternity, he finally released her. His eyes held an unmistakable intensity. “Do you get it?”
Alicia’s body trembled, and she slumped in Caden’s embrace.
The chemistry they had was so passionate and overwhelming.
Caden took advantage of the moment, pressing forward. Alicia wanted to resist, but her body betrayed her. The situation began to spiral beyond her control.
He turned her, pressing her back against the sofa. His hand carefully cradled her head to protect her injury. Their lips met, and their bodies pressed close together. Heat coursed between them, mixing with a strange coolness, making everything more electrifying.
The bright light above bathed the room, softening the edges of her blurred vision. The warmth of the scene gave it an almost dreamlike quality.
Caden leaned over her. “Do you want to take the lead, or should I take care of it?”
Alicia’s face flushed deeply. She hesitated for a moment, then stammered, “You do it.”