I wake up the next morning, engulfed in Brian's arms and my head feels heavy. I try to think back to last night and the emotions flood me. I'm not saying that I didn't enjoy it, it was a very special moment, but things were different now. I carefully sit up, not wanting to disturb him.

Feeling her move away from me, I reach out for her.

"Something wrong?"

I jump slightly at the sound of his voice and self consciously pull the sheet around me. I turn to face him

"Sorry, I didn't mean to wake you"

"No worry.. hey.. come back under the sheets with me... "

"I think I'm just gonna get dressed" I reply, pulling away

Her response was like a kick in the chest. Something must be wrong. Was she regretting her decision? The thought of her regretting our making love, almost made me turn cold. I had poured my heart and soul out to her. But, maybe I was jumping to conclusions. Maybe, she was just scared or overwhelmed.
"Baby, what's wrong?”

Still not looking at him, I gaze round the room, my eyes lingering on the discarded underwear. Was that how I would be now?
"I guess I'm a little shocked by things. I don't regret what happened, but I don't feel at ease"

Quickly putting on my pants, I walked over to her and embrace her shoulders. "Nothing's going to change between us. If anything, it'll only get better. I know that you have just made a big step and I am proud of you. I will treasure what you gave me forever; it's sacred." Turning her towards me and looking into her eyes, "I love you, Charlie and I wouldn't trade our love for anything. "

I lean against him for a few moments, trying to find comfort in his words, but I was still struggling.

"I need to go"

I was shocked by her persistence to leave. I knew something was wrong but she wasn't telling me. I felt a bit at a loss. I didn't want to pressure her and make things worse. But, had I hurt her and hadn't realized it?
"I didn't hurt you, did I?"

"No, you didn't hurt me. You were so amazing" I start as I blush at the memory. "I feel insecure about my inexperience...and to be honest, I'm freaking out, wondering if I satisfied you and if I didn't then..." I break off

"If you didn't, then I wouldn't be having this... " moving to brush against her, so she could feel my erection.
"Oh, you did. Believe me, Charlie. It was all you"

I blush again. I reach up and pull him down to my level and kiss him softly. "I love you"

"I love you too.. Come here" pulling her into me and holding her close. Feeling her relax a bit, I take her hand and lead her back to the bed

I allow him to lead me back into his bed and his arms wrap around me and I lay my head on his chest, listening to the rhythm of his heart, as I close my eyes