Part 36
Shlok stood up as his security head Arjun came in. He snapped his fingers and led him to the office room. Astha was still sitting in the couch in shock. Two other men were beside her to ensure her safety. Astha could hear Shlok's raised voice even from the distance. She cringed thinking about Arjun's plight at the moment. It was one position she didn't want to be in; ever.
The locks were already changed and every nook and corner of the mansion was thoroughly checked by Arjun's men. They found an abandoned ladder near the huge terrace facing the french windows. Arjun came out red faced. He nodded stiffly at her, before leaving with his men.
The men stayed back for surveillance even as Shlok came out, his face still filled with anger and tension. Shlok's expression momentarily softened seeing her anxiously waiting for him in the living room. He checked if the main door was closed and came to her. "Shall we go up? Do you need something? Some warm milk maybe?" Shlok spoke softly, as if addressing a child.
Astha shook her head and stood up. She was tired and emotionally drained. How much more did she have to endure because of his past? Astha was tired even to argue. She went up with him and curled in her side of the bed. As decided they both went to her room after that incident.
Shlok attempted to take her to his side and she just went to his arms with a sigh. Shlok was content to just hold her and stroke her hair in soothing movements. Soon enough, Astha fell into an uneasy sleep. But Shlok was worried, he couldn't sleep one wink. He wanted to ensure Astha was okay. Shlok quietly crept out of her arms and went down. He nursed a drink in his hand and thought about how much Astha meant to him.
Usually Shlok didn't drink much but after that scare he went through, he wanted to have something to ease his mind. Shlok again spoke to Arjun and confirmed the security checks. He waited, not having a choice and hating due to the helplessness. Shlok didn't even want to think about the threat that was walking about for his Astha. His hand that held the glass trembled.
Suddenly he felt a movement behind him. Shlok swirled around to see Astha coming down. He gave a sigh of relief. Deliberately he hid his worry and smiled at her. "Why aren't you sleeping?" He chided her softly, already placing his half finished drink on the counter.
Astha smiled back. She understood his restlessness. Never one to leave things to fate, he wanted to ensure she was safe. She smiled back, a faint movement of her lips. "You weren't there. I missed you." She replied back softly, her huge eyes blinking up at him in complete trust. Shlok almost groaned at her words. He went to her even as she came into his arms.
Their lips met mutually, seeking comfort and oblivion from all the problems. Shlok kissed her softly, his tongue sweeping her mouth. He held her hair gently and deepened the kiss. Astha closed her eyes and gave in with a sigh. Her hands automatically went to his shirt buttons. She quickly disposed his shirt and took his belt.
Shlok's hand went beneath her short satin nightdress. He groaned when he found bare skin underneath. His fingers grazed her core, even as his mouth trailed towards her throat. Astha gasped and tugged at the fastening of his jeans. Shlok lifted her in his arms and went to the couch.
The room was dark except the faint moonlight that crept in through the heavy curtains.
Shlok removed his jeans and his boxer shorts at one go. He came on top of her. Shlok slowly caressed her shoulder, taking the noodle strap down with his hand. Astha arched up to him, soundlessly urging him on. Shlok softly kissed her exposed skin, before licking her bosom, her turgid peak.
For the first time Astha tentatively touched him with her small hands. She caressed his back, careful to touch only his comfortable zones. She moved her lips over his shoulders, caressing his biceps with her hands. He stiffened when she lightly snaked out her tongue over his nipple.
Shlok moaned lightly before flipping her in a neat move. His back was towards the couch and he had Astha over him, her eyes drugged with desire. He carefully eased her on to him even as she gasped at the pleasure that shafted through her body. "Shlok.." Her moan turned him on even more, the blood singing in his veins.
Shlok moved simultaneously as Astha moved. He closed his eyes in ecstasy. Astha threw her head back in abandon as he increased the pace. His hands bit into her hip even as their heartbeats threatened to thunder over their ears. She bit her lip and let out a soft moan. Astha stilled in completion at the very instant Shlok emptied himself in her with a strangled sound.
He cradled her in his arms and carefully eased out of her. They huddled together in the couch, exhausted after the long love making. Shlok kissed her hair and brought her closer to himself. "I need you by my side. Always. Please don't go away from me; ever." It was a tortured whisper. Astha simply snuggled her face into his throat.
"We will deal with this Shlok. Whatever it is, we will deal with it together." Her words gave him the much needed strength. Getting up in a fluid movement, Shlok carried Astha in his arms, to her room. They finally slept together under the duvet till dawn slowly broke over the sky.
Edited by DJakaDesiJames - 12 years ago
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