Tenderness is a Dangerous Thing

Chapter 41: Fatherly Concern

"Yeah, it is. I wish we could stay like this forever" Anna said and cuddled close to Zack. His arms tightened around her, his chest rumbling with a contented sigh. "Me too," he said softly. "Just you and me, together." He nuzzled his face into her neck, inhaling her scent deeply. "We can have forever," he murmured. "I will make sure of it." His hand stroked her brown hair, his fingers gently combing through the strands. "No more fighting, no more bullshit," he promised. "Just us." He pressed a kiss to her shoulder blade. "You will move in with me after graduation," he said, not asking but stating it as a fact. "We will get our own place." His other hand slid down to rest on her stomach, his thumb tracing lazy circles on her skin. "And then I will spend every night making you feel as loved and beautiful as you are."

"What... What about college and stuff?" Anna asked nervously. Zack shrugged, his hand still stroking her stomach. "We will figure it out," he said confidently. "I will get a job, and you can go to college. We will make it work." He pressed a kiss to her temple. "Nothing is more important than being with you," he declared. "Not school, not work, nothing." His fingers traced the curve of her hip. "Besides, I want to take care of you," he said softly. "I want to come home to you every night, see your beautiful face waiting for me." He shifted slightly so that he could look into her brown eyes. "You are my priority now," he said firmly. "Everything else comes second." She smiles happily. "Wow. Yeah, but... But I also want us to build something bigger than ourselves."

Zack’s expression softened at her words. He leaned in and kissed her deeply, his lips moving against hers with a newfound tenderness. "You are right," he said when he finally pulled back. "We will build something bigger." His hand moved from her stomach to her chest, resting over your heart. "We will build a life together," he promised. "A family." His green eyes met hers, filled with fierce determination. "I will work my ass off to give you everything you want," he said. "A nice house, a stable job... anything." He pressed another kiss on her lips. "And we will have kids," he added, his voice dropping to a whisper. "Beautiful babies that look just like you." His fingers traced the line of her jaw. "We will be happy," he stated simply. "Together."

"That sounds amazing" Anna said and kiss Zack deeply. her phone vibrates beside me. "Ugh, probably my brother again..." I say, my Voice laced with frustration. his brow furrowed at the mention of her brother. He pulled her closer, his hand resting possessively on her hip. "Let him leave a message," he said dismissively. "You are with me now." He captured her lips in another deep kiss, trying to distract her from the phone's persistent buzzing. "Forget about him," he murmured against your mouth. "Tonight is about us." His other hand slid up her side, cupping your breast and thumbing her n****e into a hard peak. "Let me make you feel good again," he whispered, his voice husky with desire.

The phone finally fell silent, and Zack let out a low growl of satisfaction. He rolled Anna onto her back, settling between her legs. "Now, where were we?" he asked, his green eyes darkening as he looked down at her. "hmmm" she said playfully. Then the front door opened, as Zack’s father returned home and Anna started panicking and putting on her clothes. Zack let out a frustrated groan as she scrambled to get dressed. "Relax, baby," he said, trying to pull her back into bed. "It is just my dad." But she continued to rush, her movements frantic. He sighed and sat up, watching her with a fond smile. "You are so cute when you are flustered," he teased. He quickly pulled on his own clothes, not bothering to button his shirt. He stood up and walked over to her, wrapping his arms around her waist from behind.

"Do not worry," Zack murmured into her ear. "He will not bother us." His lips found the sensitive spot on her neck, and he placed a soft kiss there. "Besides, he likes you," he added. "He will be happy I finally got my s**t together and found someone like you." "yeah, but will you not get in trouble for having a girl over while he is not home?" Zack’s dad walks up the stairs and knocks on the bedroom door. Zack rolled his eyes at the knock on the door. "Trouble?" he scoffed. "He is not going to do shit." He gave her waist a reassuring squeeze before releasing her and walking towards the door. He swung it open to reveal his father, who looked tired but not angry. "Hey, Dad," Zack said casually, leaning against the doorframe.

His father's eyes flicked past him to where Anna stood, and a warm smile spread across his face. "Well, well," he said, his voice friendly. "Look who it is." He stepped into the room and gave you a nod. "Good to see you again," he said. "Zack was just telling me he has a girlfriend." Zack pulled her forward, wrapping an arm around her shoulders and pulling her against his side. "This is Anna, Dad," he announced proudly. "And she is staying for dinner." "Not tonight" Zack’s dad says. "We have some things to talk about." His dad turns to Anna, "nothing personal dear, next time" she nodded, "Of course sir.”

Zack’s arm tightened around Anna’s shoulders, his expression darkening slightly at his father’s words. “It can wait,” he said, his tone dismissive. But his father just shook his head. “No, it can’t, it is important,” he replied firmly. Zack’s father looked at Anna again, his smile softening. “Really, it is nothing bad, just some family business,” he assured her. Zack let out an annoyed sigh but did not argue further. He leaned down and pressed a quick kiss to her lips. Anna blushed, being kissed so casually in front of Zack’s father, makes her feel shy. “I will walk you home,” Zack said, not asking. His father nods approvingly and steps aside. He grabbed her hand and pulled her towards the door. “Come on,” he muttered, clearly eager to get her alone again. His father stood in the hallway, watching as they descend the stairs. As soon as the front door closed behind them, Zack pulled Anna into his arms, pressing her against the wall of his house. “f*****g family business,” he grumbled, his lips finding hers in a hungry kiss. His hands roamed her body, squeezing her ass and pulling her flush against him. “Now I have to wait even longer to get you back into my bed,” he said, his voice low and husky.

He broke the kiss to trail his lips down her neck, sucking gently on her pulse point. “Maybe we should just stay out here,” he suggested playfully. “My dad will not mind.” He lifted her up, wrapping her legs around his waist and pressing her harder against the wall. “I can f**k you right here,” he growled, grinding his hips against hers. “Make everyone hear how much you love my c**k,” he whispered seductively. Anna laughs lightly. “I am not an exhibitionist thank you very much. How about tomorrow after school you come over to my house?” Anna suggested, as an alternative. Zack’s green eyes lit up at her suggestion. “Your house?” he repeated, a wicked grin spreading across his face. “f**k yeah, I can do that.” He pressed his forehead against hers, his breath warm against her lips. “I will come over and f**k you in every room,” he promised. “Starting with your bed.” His hands tightened on her ass, giving it a firm squeeze. “And then maybe the kitchen counter,” he added, his voice dropping to a low growl. “Or the living room floor.” He captured her lips in another deep kiss, pouring all his desire and anticipation into it. When he finally pulled away, he was breathing heavily. “Tomorrow can’t come soon enough, I am going to spend all day thinking about burying my c**k inside you.” he said, setting her back down on her feet but keeping her close. There was something exciting and thrilling about the image he was painting. The idea of them, having s*x all over her house... But the fear of being caught crept in.

“I have two sisters remember. No way we could get away with that, no matter how tempting. How about tomorrow during lunch break, up on the roof and once after school in my bed.” Anna countered playfully. Zack’s grin widened at her playful counteroffer. “The roof, huh? f**k, that sounds perfect,” he said, his green eyes gleaming with excitement. He leaned in closer, his lips brushing against her ear. “And then after school, I will f**k you so hard in your bed that you will not be able to walk straight the next day.” His hands slid down to cup her ass, giving it a firm squeeze. “Deal, I will be there tomorrow during lunch.” he said, his voice low and husky. He pressed a final, searing kiss to her lips before reluctantly letting her go. “Now get home before I change my mind and f**k you right here on the sidewalk,” he growled playfully. Anna quickly planted a quick goodbye kiss on his cheek and then walked towards her house. Her dress swayed along with her hips as she walked. She smiled at him over her shoulder.

Zack watched her walk away; his green eyes fixed on the sway of her hips. He leaned against the wall; a stupid grin plastered on his face. “f**k, I am a lucky bastard,” he muttered to himself. He waited until she was out of sight before pushing off the wall and heading back inside. His father was waiting for him in the living room, but Zack barely noticed. His father is wearing a dark charcoal suit jacket over a light blue button-down shirt. The shirt was untucked and slightly wrinkles. Around his neck was a beige, tan tie with subtle diagonal stripes that hung loosely around his neck. He was leaning against the side of the couch, facing the front door. His posture was slouched and one of his hands was tucked into his pant pocket. “Can’t it wait?” Zack asked, distractedly, already thinking about tomorrow’s plans. His father just shook his head with a knowing smile. “You are really smitten with this girl, are you not? He asked. Zack flopped down onto the couch, a dreamy look on his face. His father turned to look at him. “She is perfect, and tomorrow... f**k, tomorrow is going to be amazing.” Zack said simply.

“I hope you are being careful, Zack,” his father said seriously. Zack rolled his eyes at his father’s words. “Careful? He scoffed. “Dad, I am always careful.” He leaned back on the couch, stretching his arms above his head. “Besides, she is not like the others,” he said, his tone softening slightly. “She is special.” His father sat down beside him, placing a hand on his shoulder. “I know she is, but that does not mean you can be reckless.” Zack sighed, turning to look at his father. “I am not being reckless, I just... I really like her,” he insisted. He paused, a rare moment of Vulnerability crossing his face. “She makes me want to be a better person,” he admitted quietly. His father smiled and squeezed his shoulder. “Then be careful for her sake, and for yours,” he said.