Chapter 381 Book 5: A Soulful Union

Chapter 381 Book 5: A Soulful Union
Their bodies were driven by a hunger only the other’s touch could satisfy.
“You’re overdressed.” His hoarse whisper vibrated along her spine.
Iris kneeled before him, unbuttoning the top and letting it slide off her arms.
Maddox purred with pleasure, his eyes drinking her in. “Bra.”
Iris blushed and fumbled with it, shyness gripping her hard. Their first time had been two years ago. So much had changed during that time span: her body, her mindset, and her appearance. She wasn’t the same delicate girl anymore. After her pregnancy, she had grown curvier with stretch marks on her body. Would Maddox still find her beautiful?  
The bra came off, and he gasped at the sight of her breasts. They had grown so much that he couldn’t control himself.
“Hell, Iris! You’ve grown so pretty.”
His appreciation took her breath away, erasing all the self-doubt she had been experiencing.
“I’m fat, Maddox.”
He shook his head, caressing her skin with his heated gaze. “Not at all. You’re curvy and hot as hell!” Fire blazed in his eyes, so hot it warmed her exposed skin, causing beads of sweat to gather between her breasts. “Skirt!”
Iris’ breath hitched as she unzipped the skirt and eased out of it with a little shimmy.
It made Maddox’s eyes sparkle with amusement. But it was momentary. Soon, it was replaced by a dark, hooded look as his heated gaze swept over her bare body. “Thong.”
It was the only piece of clothing covering her, and she allowed her hand to meander towards it, teasing him all the way. The way his pupils dilated, and his breath hitched, it was clear he was struggling to stay sane. In a flash, he tackled her to the bed, pinning her under him.
“Maddox, you’re crazy!” She laughed at his desperation.
“Only for you, sweetheart. Allow me...” He eased down to stare at the only piece of clothing covering her. A shudder of need coursed through her body. What was he planning to do? Moisture pooled between her legs as he inched closer to her nub. He bit the wispy lace strings holding the thong together. In one yank, it loosened and came off her.
Iris gasped with pleasure. She could feel the heavy push of his erection nudging her as he moved. She felt desperate to feel it inside her, filling her up.
“Wait, I want to feel your skin against mine.” She set to work without waiting for his permission, and he let her. He watched her ease the zipper of his dress pants, and a growl escaped his lips as he struggled to restrain himself. His shaft sprang to life the moment she set it free.
“You’ve grown bigger, Maddox!” She leaned and nuzzled his massive shaft.
His tangy, masculine scent overpowered her senses like a drug. She could feel her core clench with need.
“Show me what that hot mouth of yours can do,” he hissed, watching her with hooded eyes.
She drank him in, feasting on the sight of his muscular chest, the trail of dark hair visible from his navel to his sex. Her mouth watered. She realized how much she had missed him. “Of course.”
Iris grasped his massive length in her hand and pumped softly.
Before she could take him into her mouth, he groaned and grabbed her hand to stop her. “You’re driving me crazy.” He rolled over onto his back and reached out for her. In a split second, he had slid his hands up to grip her hips and lift her.
“Maddox, what are you doing?” She gasped, but he lowered her onto him, letting his shaft enter her channel and hit the end. She moaned with pleasure, feeling truly taken, filled, and complete.
“Oh!” She closed her eyes to allow herself to drown in the pleasure. She clenched around him, making him groan with need. Her body stretched and pulsed, accommodating him unconsciously. They were like the parts of a jigsaw puzzle, fitting each other perfectly.
Her fingers stroked his shoulder, gripped his hair as he thrust in and out of her. “Oh, Jesus! It feels so good!” His fingers worked their magic on her exposed skin, tracing her areolae, her taut nipples at a slow, erotic pace.
What started as a slow ride developed into a wild dance of passion! With every thrust, Maddox’s fingers explored new territories. He loved the way she responded to him, clenching his organ and taking him closer to a release. God! He needed it so badly! He hadn’t experienced one in the last two years.
“Open your eyes and watch me make you come, baby.” His husky voice ordered her to obey him.
She opened her eyes and watched his hands play on her skin, tracing erotic lines along her body. A delicate pinch to one nipple caused a spasm in her pelvis, and she clenched around him. He groaned at the sensation, picking up pace and hitting her clit with wild hunger.
Her eyes rolled to the back of her head with pleasure. This was what had been missing from her life for so long - the madness and passion that only Maddox could make her feel.
Maddox zeroed in on her clit with his thumb, circling slowly and creating a ring of fire on her sensitive nub. Iris explored his body too, tracing her fingers over his taut nipples, making him gasp with pleasure.
It was a game to see who gave it first and fell over the edge.
His thumb on her nub alongside his powerful thrusts was enough to make her body clench around him. She knew she would explode any minute. Maddox picked up speed, thrusting, pounding up into her, hitting her clit with every stroke. It had the desired effect, and they both detonated at the same time. The world stopped revolving around them. Only a sense of completeness and pleasure remained.
Maddox slipped out and helped her ease off him. He caged her face between his arms and gazed at her. “That was so beautiful, sweetheart.”
She cupped his cheeks and gazed back at him. “This is just the beginning, love.”
He smiled as he stroked the bare, supple skin of her ass. “Yes, a beautiful beginning that will last an eternity.” He burrowed his nose into the crook of her neck and shoulder.
Her heartbeat thumped against his chest. “You’re a gift, Maddox. You’ve made all my dreams come true. Only I was blind enough to run from you.” She slid her arms around his shoulders, hugging him to her.
They fell asleep in each other’s arms, sated and complete.
The next morning, Iris woke up to find Maddox making breakfast for them with Esme and the pups running around excitedly. Deborah supervised, staying out of their way, mostly.
It was a scene she could get used to. But they stilled at the sight of her.
“Mommy is here, Dad!” whispered Esme, averting her eyes.
Iris frowned at their weird behavior. What was cooking between them?
Maddox turned and flashed her a bright grin. “Good morning, sunshine! Breakfast is ready! I hope you like it. We made it especially for you.”
Esme jumped with excitement, and so did the pups. “Yes, can I serve her, Dad?”
Iris felt too overwhelmed to speak. “Wow! The pancakes look delicious! What’s this topping?”
“Dad wanted to make something different. So it’s smoked salmon pancakes, ham and cheese ones, berries and white chocolate pancakes too.”
Iris smiled and pulled a chair to sit and watch them fuss over her. No one except Maddox did that for her. Now seeing Esme join her father made Iris’s heart swell with gratitude. Esme served her one of each.
“Dad, what about...?” she gestured towards a velvet box lying on the table.
Iris frowned at their secrecy.
Maddox smacked his forehead and picked up the box. He winked at Iris and slipped the box into his pocket. What was going on? “Try it! Tell us if it’s edible.”
They sat around her, waiting for her verdict.
Iris took a bite and chewed. It was heavenly indeed!
“Mmm, too good. I love it, thank you.”
It pleased them immensely, and they joined her for breakfast. Throughout the time, Iris could sense something cooking between Esme, Deborah, and Maddox.
After breakfast, Maddox rose with a grin. Iris too rose to help Deborah clear the table.
“Dad, now..” whispered Esme.
“Let it be, Iris. I got this,” Deborah declined her help.
Maddox placed an arm around her shoulders and led her away from the dining room.
They entered the great room, and the others followed them. Iris gave them a suspicious look. “What’s going on?”
Esme clapped her hands and opened her mouth to blurt it all out, but Deborah clamped her mouth shut. “Hang on, sweetie.”
Maddox smiled and strode purposefully towards her, stopping inches away from her. Iris watched him with wide eyes. What was he planning to do?