Friday afternoon came quickly and before Graham knew it he and Aubrey were heading to Wisconsin Dells. It was usually an hour drive, but with traffic getting out of Madison it took a half an hour longer. Graham was glad by the time they were able to check in and then Graham carried their bags up to the suite.
"We have 20 minutes before our dinner reservation." Graham said as he set the bags down. "Sorry it wasn't longer but that bottleneck took up the extra time."
"I think Fridays downtown are always like that. I'll go get ready." Aubrey said as she headed to the bathroom with her garment bag.
Graham hung up his clothes in the closet and changed his shirt. He finished unpacking the rest of his suitcase just before the bathroom door opened. Graham turned as Aubrey was walking out, his mouth went dry as he took her in. She was wearing a sleeveless black dress that reached mid thigh that hugged her curves.
"You look amazing." He said as he crossed the room and took her into his arms. She looked up as he leaned down to kiss her. Their lips met and time stood still. When they broke apart he said, "I'm tempted to skip dinner or just call in room service."
"Tempting, but I bought this dress just for this trip so I'd hate for no one else to see it." Aubrey said as she grabbed her jacket. She took his hand in hers and started walking to the door.
Graham internally groaned, he really didn't care for anyone else seeing Aubrey looking this amazing, especially other guys. He also wasn't sure how to feel about these possessive feelings about her. He helped her into her jacket and they left the room.
When they arrived at Sarento's, Aubrey commented, "You know me too well."
"I'm glad you leave no doubt as to your love of Italian food, makes it easier for me." Graham winked as he took her hand and walked in.
On their way back to their room a few hours later, Graham whispered in Aubrey's ear, "I can't wait to get you out of that dress."
Aubrey blushed as she took his hand and walked quickly to the door. Graham pulled out the key and opened the door. As soon as it closed he pulled her close and his lips met hers. They moved toward the bed while their lips remained connected, kicking off their shoes on the way. Graham thought that it was entirely more awkward than books or movies make it seem. Not that he was about to complain.
Graham finally broke their kiss and trailed kisses down her jaw and neck as he reached to unzip her dress. Aubrey moaned with pleasure and then started to undo the buttons on his shirt. Once she was finished with the buttons, Graham slid her dress off her shoulders and let it fall to the floor.
"You're so beautiful Aubrey." Graham breathed.
"You have quite the physique yourself." Aubrey said as she pulled his shirt off his shoulders. When it was half way off she grabbed it and pulled him close so their skin was touching, leaned up and kissed him. After a moment, she finished taking his shirt off and then laid her head on his chest and caressed him with one hand. Graham wrapped his arms around her and returned the gentle caresses.
After a minute he pulled back and asked "You're sure you want to go all the way tonight?"
Aubrey looked up at him and he hoped she could see the sincerity of his question beyond his sheer desire.
"Yes Graham, I'm sure." Aubrey answered.
"I just want to make sure you know that you have the right to tell me no, you don't owe me for paying for the room or dinner or anything, ok?"
"Graham, I do know that but thanks." Aubrey then leaned up and kissed him, putting an effective end to that conversation. As they kissed she undid his belt and pants. Graham took over and slid them to the floor. He pulled her onto the bed and on top of him. He reached around and undid her bra. As it came off he turned and laid her onto the bed. He trailed kisses down her neck and to her chest. Graham let his hands wander to caress Aubrey and loved the sounds of her groans and loved the way her hands felt in his hair. He trailed kisses down her stomach only stopping to remove her underwear.
Graham stood, removed his own and reached into the nightstand for a condom. He quickly put it on and then crawled back on the bed. Aubrey met him and they kissed. Graham picked her up and laid her gently on the bed. As he positioned himself above her she took a sharp inhale. Graham looked at her and she closed her eyes. Graham didn't know what but he knew something was off.
"Aubrey?"
She didn't look at him, but quietly said, "I can't."
Graham moved over and laid next to her. "Can't what?" He asked gently.
"I can't do this." Aubrey whispered. "I'm sorry I thought I could but…"
Graham took a breath and tried to calm his heightened emotions. "It's okay, we don't have to do this right now." Graham looked closer and noticed Aubrey had tears forming on her closed eyelids.
Graham stood up, pulled his boxers back on and grabbed a robe for Aubrey. He covered her with it and held her close.
"I don't know what happened and I understand if you aren't up to talking about it right now, but if you want to I'm willing to listen." Graham murmured.
Aubrey's body started slightly shaking and Graham realized she was crying but trying to hide it from him. He pulled her closer and kissed her head. He didn't know what to say so he just held her and let her cry.