The Broken Seal - Chapter 3

The sky was getting pink on the east when they arrived. 

The tiny ranch had cost Jacob a year's worth of savings, plus a hefty loan, but he just loved it. To the art lover in him, it was perfect: built over a century ago, with a wraparound porch, and the mandatory swing, a lovely wood siding painted a dark blue with white trims and lots of windows to get the natural light. He enjoyed every square inch of it. 
He had also put a lot of effort into the restorations. He had researched the style and the materials, worked with skilled craftsmen and the result was a classic feel, with all the modern comfort.

He led her to his bedroom on the second floor.

« Do you want to take a shower? »
« Oh yes! I'd love it! »

He showed her the main bath and offered to get a t-shirt for the night. When he came back she was already in the shower, turned away from him. The tail of her dragon tattoo was a splash of red and green on her fair skin.

When she turned her head and smiled at him, he undressed and stepped in behind her.

*****

He had the reflex to turn off the shower as they got out, holding on to each other like they were drunk. They dropped on the bed, and he had just the time to pull the covers before they fell asleep, still naked and wet.

When they woke up a few hours later, they made love once more, this time with all the tenderness and care they had missed before.