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Hidden Love

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A sweet rekindled romance scene by Sapphic Shelley

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Your FREE to read, deleted from a first draft, les-fic scene.
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As the sky transformed into a breathtaking canvas of deep purples and rich oranges, Becca and Mary found themselves strolling along the water's edge, their steps falling into a natural rhythm. The sound of the waves gently lapping against the shore created a soothing melody, harmonizing with the comfortable silence that had settled between them.

Becca's hand brushed against Mary's, a fleeting touch that sent a jolt of electricity through her body. She glanced down at their hands, so close yet not quite touching, and felt a sudden yearning to intertwine her fingers with Mary's. The urge grew stronger with each step, a magnetic pull that seemed to emanate from the very depths of her soul.

Lost in her thoughts, Becca nearly stumbled over a piece of driftwood, but Mary's quick reflexes saved her from falling. Mary's hand gripped Becca's arm, steadying her, and the contact lingered for a moment longer than necessary. Becca's breath hitched in her throat, her skin tingling where Mary's touch had been.

"Careful there," Mary said softly, her voice barely audible above the crashing waves. "I wouldn't want you to get hurt."

Becca met Mary's gaze, her heart skipping a beat at the intensity she found in those mesmerizing blue eyes. "I know you'll always be there to catch me," she replied, her words carrying a weight that extended far beyond the present moment.

As they continued their walk, their hands found each other's once more, this time with purpose. Fingers intertwined, palms pressed together, the connection between them grew stronger with each passing second. The warmth of Mary's hand in hers felt like coming home, a sense of belonging that Becca had never experienced before.

The sky darkened, the first stars beginning to twinkle above them. Becca and Mary stopped, turning to face each other, their hands still clasped together. In the fading light, Mary's features seemed softer, more vulnerable, and Becca felt an overwhelming urge to protect her, to cherish every part of her being.

"Mary," Becca whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. "I... I've never felt this way before. Being with you, it's like everything just falls into place. Like I've found a missing piece of myself that I never even knew I was searching for."

Mary's eyes glistened with unshed tears, her free hand reaching up to gently caress Becca's cheek. "I feel it too, Becca. This connection between us, it's unlike anything I've ever experienced. It's both terrifying and exhilarating, but I know one thing for certain – I don't want to let it go."

Becca leaned into Mary's touch, her eyes fluttering closed for a brief moment. When she opened them again, she found Mary's face mere inches from her own, their breaths mingling in the rapidly cooling air. Time seemed to stand still, the world around them fading away until all that remained was the two of them, lost in the depths of each other's eyes.

"Then don't let go," Becca murmured, her lips grazing Mary's as she spoke. "Let's embrace this, embrace us, and see where this beautiful journey takes us."

With those words, Becca closed the remaining distance between them, capturing Mary's lips in a tender, emotion-filled kiss. The waves crashed against the shore, the stars shone brightly above, and in that perfect moment, Becca and Mary surrendered to the love that had been blossoming between them, ready to face whatever the future held, together.

* * * As they reluctantly parted from the kiss, Becca and Mary remained close, their foreheads touching and their eyes locked in an intimate gaze. The world around them seemed to melt away, leaving only the two of them in their own private universe. Becca's hand found Mary's, their fingers intertwining as if they were always meant to be connected.

"I don't want this night to end," Mary whispered, her voice barely audible above the gentle rustling of the leaves in the nearby trees. "Being with you, like this, feels so right."

Becca smiled softly, her thumb gently caressing the back of Mary's hand. "It doesn't have to end, not really. We have tomorrow, and the day after that, and all the days to come. This is just the beginning of our story, Mary."

Mary's heart swelled with affection, the promise of a future with Becca filling her with a warmth she had never known before. "I like the sound of that," she murmured, her eyes sparkling with a mix of joy and anticipation.

As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, Becca and Mary knew that they had found something rare and precious. The connection they shared, the love that had blossomed between them, was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of love. And they were determined to cherish every moment, to nurture and protect this beautiful bond they had discovered.

With a final, lingering kiss, Becca and Mary slowly untangled themselves from each other's embrace. They walked hand in hand, their steps in perfect sync, as they made their way back to the café where it all began. The night air was cool against their skin, but the warmth of their love kept them comfortable and content.

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As they reached the entrance of the café, Becca turned to face Mary, her eyes shining with a mix of adoration and gratitude. "Until tomorrow, my love," she whispered, bringing Mary's hand to her lips and placing a gentle kiss upon her knuckles.

Mary's heart fluttered at the gesture, a soft blush coloring her cheeks. "Until tomorrow, Becca. Sweet dreams."

With one last shared smile, Becca and Mary parted ways, each carrying the memory of their perfect day and the promise of a future filled with love and happiness. As they walked in opposite directions, their hearts remained connected, beating in perfect harmony, a testament to the unbreakable bond they had forged.

The stars above seemed to shine a little brighter, as if celebrating the love that had blossomed beneath their watchful gaze. Becca and Mary, two souls who had found each other against all odds, now embarked on a journey of love and self-discovery, ready to face whatever challenges life might throw their way, secure in the knowledge that they would always have each other.

While the love scenes in this blog are family friendly, sweet and cosy,
the Sapphic Shelley books are steamy and contain sensual themes appropriate for a mature romance novel.

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