“Oran?” “Yeah?” “I’m sorry I tore apart your place,” she whispered. “Our place,” I grunted. “And it’s fine because you’ll help me put it back together. Later. For now, I need to get you cleaned up. You want a shower or a soak in the tub?” I knew she’d be sore regardless, but I hoped to minimize her discomfort. “Actually, the tub sounds magnificent.” I lifted upright and disposed of the condom, then helped her up. We gathered our clothes and walked back to the primary bathroom. I cleaned myself off, then started the tub faucet. Sitting on the edge, I kept my hand in the water as I waited for the hot to kick in. “I can do that, you know.” She stood beside me, her hand resting on my back. “I know you can, but I’m gonna do it for you anyway.” I placed a kiss on her belly and watched goose bump
