The Affair

What to Do

When the sheet hit the floor and John saw her naked body, he gasped, “Doc you are so beautiful. You take my breath away.”

John leaned in and lightly kissed her lips. Ever so gently, he parted his lips to grab her bottom lip. Slowly they sank to the floor. Once he captured her bottom lip, his tongue began its slow journey into her mouth. Marlena parted her lips in anticipation of his kiss. He wanted to make love to every inch of her body and he would begin with her mouth. Tentatively their tongues met, neither one wanting to rush the kiss. This kiss was a renewal of the love and tenderness shared between them. Now that their lust for one another had been satisfied, it was time to reaffirm their deep enduring love for one another. The kiss became more than just a kiss; it became a dance shared by two lovers. Instead of two bodies swaying to beat of the music, it was two tongues moving to the beat of their hearts. It was one of the longest most seductive kisses shared between them. Marlena had never felt so loved by just a single kiss. She knew the physical attraction between them was the strongest she had ever felt; but this kiss was just as powerful. It expressed the true depth of their love for one another.

Reluctantly John broke the kiss between them. He wanted to make love to the rest of her body. As gently as he could, John began to kiss and nuzzle her neck. His lips felt as light as a feather.

With her eyes closed, Marlena began to moan his name, “J—o—h—n.”

Hearing her call his name urged him on. John began to make his way down to her breasts. Still feeling remorseful about the marks on her body, he vowed to himself he would make it up to her. Every place he saw a bruise or bite mark, John tenderly kissed the spot. Slowly he made his way down to her n*****s and stopped. John kissed every part of her breasts around her n*****s except the n*****s themselves. He didn’t take her n*****s in his mouth, but instead, gently blew on them. As much as he wanted to caress them with his tongue he held off and just as slowly kissed his way back to the top of her breasts. John knew by now Marlena was desperate for him to take her n*****s in his mouth. It was just as agonizing for him as it was for her not to take them in his mouth. Again he kissed his way down her breasts. This time when he reached her n*****s he lightly brushed each one with his tongue.

The merest touch of his tongue sent shivers throughout her body. She was more than ready for him. Again she felt the brush of his tongue on her body.

“O—h J—o—h—n”, was all she could say.

Her hands went around his head to encourage him to take them in his mouth. It was more than he could take. John immediately took her right n****e into his mouth and ran his tongue over and over it. He sucked her n****e until it was sore. Next he took her left n****e in his mouth and did the same thing. He gave them each one last kiss before he moved on to the rest of her body.

John continued his journey down her body. He kissed every part of her body between her breasts and hips. At last he arrived at her center. Instinctively Marlena parted her legs for him. Slowly John lowered his head. He placed his hands underneath her and raised her hips. She grabbed the blanket underneath her body. He kissed the inside of her right thigh. He went as close to her opening as he could without actually touching it. Marlena let out a long sigh when he removed his mouth from her thigh without going any further. Instead he moved over to her left thigh and did the same thing. She forced herself to remain still and not move his head to where she wanted it. She gripped the blanket tighter. Her body was trembling. She was so aroused, she was afraid the minute he touched her she would lose it. Marlena closed her eyes in anticipation of his tongue finally caressing her center. She waited. He knew she couldn’t take much more teasing and truth be known, neither could he. As slowly as he could he brushed her lips with his tongue.

Marlena cried out, “O—h g—o—d!”

John had to force himself to take his time. He wanted this to last as long as possible. Back and forth he went with the softest touch of his tongue. Marlena simply moaned. Every few strokes, he would go a little deeper inside of her and then immediately return to the soft strokes. Pretty soon the soft strokes were becoming fewer and fewer. His tongue was going deeper and deeper inside of her most of the time. Eventually the soft strokes ceased for good. His tongue was in for good. He pushed his tongue in as slowly as he could and then pulled it out just as slowly. Marlena moved her body to the rhythm of his tongue. In and out it went; back and forth her body moved. She loved it when he worked his tongue that way. It always brought her to the edge of ecstasy. Just a little bit more and she would cross over.

John knew this was one of things she loved the most. It had been that way since the beginning; when she thought he was Roman. Because he knew her body so well, he knew she was right on the edge. Now it was time for her to go over. He quickly located her c******s with his tongue. He began to lick and suck her c******s. It didn’t take long. Just a few strokes and Marlena was gone. He held her hips tightly as her entire body began to shake. Her eyes rolled in the back of her head. She held on to the blanket tightly. Her knuckles were as white as the sheet she had worn around her body. John continued to lick her c******s throughout her orgasm. As her orgasm began to wane, he removed his tongue from her body and let go of her hips. With her body still tingling, John made his way back up her body. His erection was just outside of her entrance.

Marlena was finally able to speak, “You are simply amazing.”

John looked down at her beautiful face and said, “You inspire me.”

And just like that, he was inside of her. She wrapped her legs around him. He stayed completely still for a few moments. He simply wanted to enjoy being inside of her. No longer able to contain himself, John began to move. Unlike the previous time, when he slammed into her over and over; this time would be different. He would be as gentle as possible. Sensing his need to go slowly, Marlena matched his rhythm. After a time, John could no longer hold back. He began to go a little faster and push in a little harder. Again, Marlena matched his rhythm. They didn’t make a sound. They didn’t have to. Their bodies were totally in sync with one another. Each one knew what the other needed and simply met that need.

He began to move in and out faster and faster. Marlena pushed down on his back with her legs. It was her way of letting him know she was ready for everything he could give her. John began to push in harder and harder. This was what she wanted. She wanted him to go as deep inside of her as he could. He was more than willing to meet her desire.

Marlena loved the fact he knew her so well. He always knew what she wanted and what she needed. “John, I love you so.”

“I love you too, Doc.”

He pushed in harder and harder. It wasn’t as rough as the before, but it was close enough and she loved it. She loved feeling him push in and out of her. John began to move faster and faster. It wouldn’t be much longer for either one of them. He gave one final push and just like that, they were both on the brink of something new and wonderful. This would not be anything they had ever experienced before. Somehow they both realized this at the same moment. John and Marlena looked into each others eyes and held on tightly to one another. It was an awakening. Their bodies became one at that moment. This was as much as a spiritual journey for them as well as the physical act of making love. They were no longer two people joined together; it was now one heartbeat, instead of two. Their breathing patterns were the same. Their souls were now one.

Finally it was was over and their bodies and minds were back to normal. John rolled onto his side and continued to hold her in his arms.

A few minutes later, they were still holding one another. Neither one had spoken a single word, until now, “John I know I’ve said this before, but …..”

John placed his fingers on her lips, “Shh. I know. This was something completely different. It was more than just making love.”

“For a moment, I felt like we were one and the same….”

John picked up where Marlena left off, “Like we shared the same heartbeat.”

“That’s exactly what I was thinking, what I was feeling.”

“I think we should take this is a sign that we’re meant to be together forever.”

“I think you’re right.”

They looked into each other’s eyes and said at the same time, “I love you.” They continued to lie there holding one another in complete silence.

A short time later John began to speak, “Doc, as much as I’m enjoying holding you in my arms we have to talk.”

“I know we do. I’m just enjoying this time together.”

“So am I, but eventually we have to decide the right way to handle this situation. We will never be apart again. That’s a promise.” John pulled her closer to him.

Marlena turned to face him. “I know this, but right now there is nothing we can do.”

A pained expression crossed his face. “What are you saying?”

“What I meant to say, is we can’t do anything until Roman is finished with this assignment. You know how dangerous it is to be a police officer. You know the last thing he needs is to lose focus which in turn could cost him his life. I couldn’t live with myself if that happened. I’m going to cause him enough pain as it is. Besides, it’s not just Roman, it’s also the children.”

John looked at Marlena and said, “Doc, I know you’re right. I know this is what we have to do. I don’t want to sound selfish, but now that we’re together, I don’t want to spend any time apart from you. I have waited for this moment for such a long time.”

“I know you have my love. I want to be with you just as much as you want to be with me. But until Roman is finished with this assignment, I can’t risk his life.” She lowered her head and in a whispered voice said, “The children are not going to understand why I’m leaving their father. I don’t know if I can make them understand.”

“Doc, are you changing your mind?”

Marlena looked up at John. She could see the pain in his eyes. “John, I know this is going to tear my family apart. In fact, this is going to destroy my family. But I can’t help the way I feel about you.”

“When I thought I was Roman, I loved those kids. I still think of them as mine. I don’t want to hurt them either. Marlena, what do you want me to do?”

“I honestly don’t know.”

John stood up and walked over to the fireplace. “Thanks to Stefano Dimera we’re all living an impossible situation.”

Marlena wrapped the sheet around her and followed him. “John, Stefano may have started the ball rolling, but he didn’t cause me to fall in love with you. I will not let him taint our love.”

John smiled at Marlena. “Doc, I love that you feel this way, but we’re right back where we started. What are we going to do?”

“The only thing I know is I can’t live without you.” Marlena took John’s face in her hands, “I have tried to deny my feelings for you and I can’t do it any longer.”

John kissed her gently on her lips. “The only thing we can do is to wait for this assignment to end and then tell him. I will be there with you when the time comes. Roman is a good and decent man. I hate like hell what this is going to do to him.”

“So do I. He deserves better than this. I can only hope some day in the future, he can forgive me. I don’t think the children will ever forgive me.”

“Doc, in time both he and the children will realize we had no choice. Do you think Roman would want you to stay with him if he knew the truth? What kind of life would that be for all of you?”

“I know you’re right but it doesn’t make it any easier.”

“No it doesn’t, but we can’t deny our feelings any longer.”

Marlena held both of John’s hands in hers and looked into his eyes. “So we agree. We’ll wait until the timing is right before we say anything to Roman or the children.”

“Doc, I will do what ever you think is right.” John pulled her closer. “I love you Marlena.” Slowly his gaze traveled down her body. There was no doubt; he wanted her again. Just as he was about to pick her up, he pulled back.

“Doc, we have a problem.”

Marlena already lost in his gaze had to re-focus her attention on what he was saying.

“What problem?”

“I don’t think we can wait to tell Roman about us.”

“I thought we just agreed to wait until it was safe.”

“Doc we did, but how are you going to explain all the marks on your body? If he sees them, he’ll have questions.”

“John I can handle this.”

”I am not leaving you alone to face Roman. That’s not the kind of man I am.”

Marlena stepped closer to John. ”I know exactly the kind of man you are. I can handle this.” She kissed his neck.

John was torn. As much as he wanted her at this very moment, he knew they had to resolve this latest complication. He pushed away from her. “Doc, I mean it.”

“Listen to me. Roman has been working so much lately, I hardly ever see him. And even when we’re home at the same time we’re not really together. Most of the time, I’m asleep before he gets home. I’ve been really tired lately.”

John immediately voiced his concerns, “Doc is everything ok?”

“Don’t worry. It’s just stress related. I’ve been denying my feelings for you for so long and that’s physically exhausting.”

“You’re sure that’s it.”

“Pretty sure.”

“Maybe you should see a doctor.”

“John, I am a doctor. I think I would know if something was wrong.”

“Doc, you’re sure nothing’s wrong.”

“I’m sure.”

“You’re positive nothing is wrong.”

“I’m positive.”

“Ok, then, back to the problem at hand.”

”I can see you’re not going to let this go. Do you mind if we sit down?” On the way to the couch she dropped the sheet and picked up John’s shirt to put it on. He turned and followed her. John picked up his boxers and slipped them on.

“Marlena, even if he doesn’t see the bite marks, how long do you think it will be before he wants to make love to you? How long do you think he can lie next to you in bed without wanting you? I know from experience, it’s impossible.”

“I haven’t thought that far in advance.”

“Well, I have. Every night since we made love on the plane, I lie awake wondering if he’s making love to you. Wondering if he makes you feel the way I do. Wondering if I would ever hold you in my arms again.”

“Nobody and I mean NOBODY makes me feel the way you do. You are the ONLY MAN I want to make love to me. Besides, like I just told you, our schedules are not in sync.”

“In sync or not, he’s a man. I understand what you’re saying, but you have no idea the effect you have on men. I don’t care how tired I feel; if I’m getting into bed with you, the last thing on my mind is sleep. Again, I’m speaking from personal experience.”

Marlena’s face turned a deep shade of red. “I don’t think that’s true.”

“Doc, I know it’s true.”

Smiling she said, “John, not every man is as insatiable as you.”

“It’s not me; it’s what your body does to mine. Any time I’m around you, your body calls to mine.” He leaned in and kissed her deeply. After the kiss, he smiled and said, “See what I mean. I can’t help myself.”

Marlena was dizzy from his kiss. “I think you have it all wrong.” She kneeled over his lap and straddled him. “It’s not me, it’s you. You have no idea the effect you have over women.” She began to nuzzle his neck. “Especially Rebecca Morrison.”

“The only woman I’m interested in is you.” John closed his eyes, leaned back into the couch and enjoyed her kisses. A slight bulge began to form in his boxers.

In between nuzzling his neck she said, “She is definitely interested in you. She wants you in her bed.” Feeling the bulge in his boxers, Marlena began to rock back and forth.

“It doesn’t matter what she wants. I’m only interested in what you want.”

Even though Marlena was becoming aroused herself, there was one question she wanted answered, “John,”

“Hmm”

“Have you slept with her?”

Even though John was thoroughly enjoying the sensations Marlena was causing, he was well aware of the question she asked him. “Who?”

“Rebecca.”

“Doc, you’re the only woman I want.”

Realizing he hadn’t answered her question, Marlena began to run her fingers through the hair on his chest. “John, you didn’t answer my question.”

John slipped his hands inside of his shirt and began to gently massage her breasts. “I know.”

“J—o—h—n.” His name came out more like a moan than an actual word. The minute he touched her body, it was difficult for her not to lose her train of thought. She began to bear down on his lap a little harder and a little faster.

Now it was his turn to fight for control. The bulge in his boxers was screaming to be released.

“D—o—c; n—o m—o—r—e t—a—l—k.” He leaned in and kissed her. The minute she felt his mouth on her lips, she threw her arms around his neck. There would be time for talking later. Right now all they wanted was each other.

John stood up; Marlena wrapped her legs around his waist. They were still locked in a kiss. He began walking. It took all of his strength to pull away from her mouth. Both were breathing heavily. They looked into each other’s eyes.

“Marlena as much as I have loved our time down here, I think it’s time we find a bed.”

In between breaths she said, “I think you’re right.”

John grabbed the flashlight off the table and began making his way towards the stairs. His desire was quickly taking over and making it difficult for him to concentrate on walking. They needed a bed and they needed it fast. Marlena was suffering the same fate. Half way up the stairs, she began to kiss his neck. That was all it took. The flashlight fell out of his hand and rolled down a few steps. Because John and Marlena knew each other’s bodies so well, they didn’t need that much light. With her legs still wrapped around his waist, he stopped immediately and sat her on one of the steps. With one hand he freed himself from his boxers and knelt down before her. They would never make it to the bed. In one swift movement he was inside of her. He waited a moment for her to become accustomed to him. Slowly he leaned her back and began thrusting in and out. Marlena placed her hands on either side of her body and gripped the edge of the step. Using the step for leverage, she raised her hips to meet him. Her legs were still wrapped around him and all of her weight was placed on her arms. Realizing she was using her arms to support her weight, John placed his hands on her hips to take the pressure off of her arms. Even though there was no need to be silent, neither one of them said a word. They simply stared into each others eyes. In and out he went. Marlena began to bite her bottom lip. She was so close. John went faster and faster. He felt her legs began to shake and saw her arms start to tremble. He knew it wouldn’t be much longer and pulled her onto him. Her arms went around his neck. Just a little bit more. In and out he went. He wanted them to last as long as possible. They cried out at the same time.

“M—a—-r—-l—-e—-n—-a!”

“J—-o—-h—-n!”

It was several minutes before they could move. They simply held on to one another. Finally John removed himself from her. He didn’t want to leave her warmth but he knew the steps would soon become uncomfortable for both of them. She immediately felt the loss of him inside of her.

John walked down the stairs and recovered the flashlight. He turned and made his way back to Marlena. John scooped her up in his arms and continued up the stairs. The master bedroom was his destination. John placed Marlena on the bed. Expecting him to join her, she was surprised when he turned around to leave the room.

“John, where are you going?”

He turned back and walked over to her. He leaned over and kissed her on the lips. “I’ll be right back. I need to put out the fire in the fireplace and blow out the candles.”

Smiling Marlena said, “Still the boy scout.”

“Not really. I just don’t want our new home to burn down before we get a chance to actually live in it.”

“What do you mean; our new home?”

“Doc, the moment you came to me, I knew this would be our new home. After the time we’ve spent here, I could never imagine anyone else living here. That is, if it’s alright with you.”

“I love it. It’s absolutely perfect just like you.”

With a smile that went from his mouth all the way to his blue eyes, John said, “I am surprised that it hasn’t already started burning.” Not wanting her to become concerned, he continued, “The heat you generate with that body of yours is enough to burn the entire town of Salem down.”

Marlena blushed. She didn’t know what to say. John turned and left to go downstairs. She lay in the dark and waited for him.

He returned in a few minutes with their clothes in hand. “Mission accomplished. All fires are out. I even brought our clothes up so when the time comes, we can get dressed up here. I think I have everything except your panties. I couldn’t find them.”

Again Marlena blushed, “Don’t worry, I know where they are, I’ll tell you later.”

He threw the clothes on the bed and climbed in next to her. She moved into his arms.

”John, do you know how long we’ve been here?”

“I didn’t really pay attention to the time when we arrived, but it’s almost eleven now. We’ve been here for a while. Why are you bored?”

“Honey, I’m exhausted.”

“Well Doc, close your eyes and lie here in my arms. I’ll wake you when it’s time to leave.” He leaned over and kissed her.

Marlena closed her eyes, and was soon asleep. A short time later, John also fell asleep. They were both exhausted but as happy as two people could possibly be.