
Family Ties: Falling for the in law
Farah Sloote · Ongoing · 57.8k Words
Introduction
Read and enjoy the experience of Valencia and Aaron, from friends with benefits to a real relationship. Will she leave Aaron for his sister Tianna? Read and find out!
Chapter 1
For some reason, many of us have held the belief that we can't find a partner who possesses everything we desire. In Caribbean households, for instance, my grandmother used to advise me against pursuing handsome men, warning that they often brought trouble. Instead, she advocated for choosing someone less attractive, as they would be more likely to genuinely love and remain faithful. Similarly, she cautioned against seeking out wealthy partners, as they were perceived as likely to mistreat their spouses. According to her, it was better to be with someone of modest means and build a life together. If she were still alive today, I would’ve asked her: "Granny, why did you deceive me? I wish life were that simple, but even the poorest or least attractive man can't always be trusted."
I followed her guidance throughout my life, only to be left with traumas and abandonment issues from trying to be the perfect, well-behaved girl. My advice to all of you: prioritize your own happiness when choosing a partner. Don't settle for less by conforming to societal expectations. There is always someone out there who will appreciate you for who you are.While it's important to seek respect from others, remember that it begins with self-respect. It's up to you to demonstrate why others should respect you. For me, that person is my current partner, Aaron.
My partner and I have known each other for four years now. Initially, we were friends with benefits for three years until he made the bold decision to travel across the world to be with me. We hail from Suriname but have since relocated to Australia. I came here to pursue a career as a nurse, and he followed suit. Surprisingly, our relationship blossomed unexpectedly. While he matched my physical preferences, I had reservations about his maturity. Our conversations mainly revolved around casual topics or intimate matters, leading me to believe he was somewhat immature and carefree. Despite his attention from other women, I never felt insecure; rather, I felt too mature to compete for his affection, considering myself the catch in the relationship.
I always prided myself on my independence and self reliance.
As a nurse I learned to put others needs above mine, so love was also a luxury I couldn’t afford.
I really had no time for distractions, but Aaron entered my life like a whirlwind and he turned my life upside down in the most unexpected way.
From the moment we met there was an undeniable chemistry between us we both couldn’t resist.
But the idea of anything more than a casual fling, especially with Aaron made me sick.
After all my failed relationships I swore to never let myself fall victim for love ever again.
Being vulnerable to Aaron would feel just as walking straight into the lion’s den.
Aaron and I resided in separate apartments within the same building. Given his recent arrival, it made sense for him to settle in a familiar area, as I suggested, and naturally, he desired to be in close proximity to me.
I'm not going to sugarcoat it: being a homebody made it challenging for me to socialize or meet new people, resulting in a dry spell in my love life. When Aaron arrived, it felt like a breath of fresh air, like a long-awaited oasis in the desert of solitude.
There was a gym Aaron frequented daily, and I couldn't resist getting a membership just to catch a glimpse of him. His sculpted physique, especially his abs, made it hard for me to concentrate. I longed for him to be with me every day, yet I was wary of forming attachments.
Despite our attraction, I made it clear to Aaron that we shouldn't mix business with pleasure. But his cute nod and the undeniable allure of his physique made it hard for me to stick to my resolve.
One day, as we walked home together from the gym, he complimented me, igniting a fire within me.
I told him to stop and warned him again that this was still just friendship. I told him to wait for me do we could have breakfast together at his place.
Upon returning to his place, I was greeted by the sight of him in nothing but a towel. Despite his slender frame, his impressive size left me speechless. He wasted no time in initiating intimacy, and soon we were lost in each other's passion. He kissed me. Slowly, while he stroked my back and roughly pulled my hair. He kissed and lightly nibbled on my neck. He planted kisses on my belly, trailing his tongue down my ribs before delicately exploring further below while holding onto my waist tightly. He thrust his sizable member deep into my core, delivering incredibly intense strokes as I clung tightly to his body. Overwhelmed with pleasure, I let out loud cries and scratched his back in ecstasy. As he pleasured me, I found myself consumed by desire, determined to take all of him.
I knelt down, taking his impressively large member deep into my throat. Though my eyes welled with tears, I was determined to take it all. I began to suck and slurp on his shaft, occasionally gagging due to the size, as my mouth struggled to accommodate it all. Even as he begged for respite, I couldn't tear myself away.
After reaching our climax, we cleaned up and shared a meal, but I couldn't shake the feeling of wanting more.Despite my initial reluctance, I found myself yearning for his presence, aching for the connection we shared.
Once again, we engaged in casual conversation, discussing various topics and sharing our opinions. I prepared a simple breakfast with toast and eggs, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Despite my enjoyment of his company, I reminded myself of my vow to avoid love, so I kept my feelings in check and bid him farewell, returning to my own apartment.
Little did I know, this encounter would mark the beginning of a journey I never saw coming.
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