A Luna's Escape

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Sophie's POV

"Hey babe, are you almost ready?" I heard Ryker call out from the living room.

"Just about!" I hollered as I hopped out of the closet on one foot. I struggled to slip on my black stiletto heel as I fumbled with my earring with the other hand. I looked up at Ryker who stood in the doorway laughing at me.

"What's so funny?" I asked as I got my shoe on and focused on my earring.

"You." He laughed as he walked over to help me with my necklace.

"I'm so proud of you." He said as he ran his fingers under my jaw, gently turning my head to meet his, planting a delicate kiss on my lips.

"Thanks babe." I said as I glanced at myself in the mirror.

"You look beautiful. Ryker stood behind me, wrapping his hands around my waist.

I smoothed the front of my light blue, floor length gown. The cap sleeves hung beautifully off my shoulders and the back was cut into a deep V. I could feel Rykers suit against my skin as he pressed his body into mine. My ring snagged on one of the blue sequins as I caressed my fingers over the fabric.

"Oh no!" I said as a sequin popped off the dress upon freeing my ring. Ryker looked down, inspecting my dress.

"It's fine, love. No one will notice."

"Are you sure?" I tugged at my dress, inspecting the gap myself.

"Yes." Ryker laughed. "Look at the trail of sequins on the floor. They're dropping like flies. I looked back to see that there were, in fact, several sequins that had fallen off the dress. The sequins were sewn in a delicate floral pattern over the baby blue dress fabric. It hugged all of my curves, flaring out at the bottom, covering my black stilettos completely.

"Are you ready?" Ryker took my hand and led me towards the door. "Wouldn't want to be late to your own fashion show."

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I watched from behind the curtain as the models were sent, one by one down the brilliant white catwalk. The room was pitch black, illuminated only by the lights in the floor of the runway and the spotlights on the ceiling, highlighting the models as they walked in the clothes I had designed.

People in the audience clapped and cheered as different models made their way around the runway. I couldn't help but beam with pride as I saw my creations float down the stage. I could barely make out Rykers face in the darkness of the room. He was sitting in the front row, close to the curtain. He was my support system, and I couldn't have made this dream come true without him. I had worked my butt off to prove to Sondra that I could do this, that I was capable of creating a fashion line of my own.

Ryker stayed up late with me every night as I drew my designs. He helped me sew the first few sample pieces I had made. He even bought me two dress forms and a brand new sewing machine so I could work on them while I was at home. I was so busy assisting Sondra during my work days that the only time I had to work on my line was at home. Sondra had promised that if my line was good enough, she would help me launch my fashion career. She would give me my own office, with my own assistants and employees. I had worked so hard for this moment.

"Give it up for the designer, Sophie Harrolson!" I heard my name called out as applause and cheers erupted from the other side of the curtain. I took a deep breath before stepping out onto the runway. I waved with both hands as I walked to the center of the runway. The models followed me, clapping as they walked out behind me. I blew kisses into the crowd before grabbing the hands of the two closest models and walking back behind the curtain.

"Sophie, that was amazing!" Ryker scooped me into his arms, twirling me around before planting a kiss on my cheek.

"Thank you!" I giggled as he set me down, presenting me with a bouquet of a dozen soft, pink tulips.

"Congratulations, baby." He said.

"Awe! Thank you!" I held back tears. My excitement for this night had quickly taken over the nervousness I had about the entire situation. I had never really been the center of attention, and having to walk out in front of a room full of strangers, of fellow designers and celebrities was entirely nerve wracking. Everything had gone so smoothly that my nerves quickly faded, however.

"Sophie!" I turned to see Sondra behind me.

"Sondra!" I said as she pulled me into a warm embrace.

"Sophie, tonight was incredible. Your designs are beautiful. You definitely outdid yourself." She said as she released me from my grip.

"Thank you." I smiled brightly as she handed me a huge bouquet of roses.

"I want to see you in my office first thing Monday morning. We need to discuss your new career." I couldn't help but laugh like a giddy school girl as Sondra walked away.

"YOU DID IT!" Ryker said as he scooped me up in his arms again, spinning us around the room. "You're getting your own line!"

"I don't want to jump to conclusions." I said as Ryker put me down.

"Babe, she practically just told you she's going to help you launch your designs." He beamed. His eyes sparkled with excitement.

"I know!" I jumped around, holding Rykers hands. "But Ry, I couldn't have done this without you."

"Yes you could. You've worked so hard for this."

"But you were there to help me, every step of the way. You've supported me one hundred percent. You helped me so much, this is as much your success as it is mine."

"No no no no." Ryker shook his head and his hands simultaneously. "Don't give me all of your credit. I helped you, but these were your ideas, your creations. I will always help you, always support you. But this is your success. You have a right to take all of the credit." Tears began to flow down my face as Ryker uttered his words of support.

It was so incredible to finally have a man who was completely invested in me. Who supported me and actually cheered me on. Ryker was involved in my life and my dreams. I finally had a man who truly cared about me. It was overwhelming, but so comforting at the same time.

"What do you say we get out of here and celebrate over dinner?"

"Okay, just let me tell Alice I'm leaving." I rushed off to tell Alice, our intern and my right hand man for this fashion show. She had helped me to make sure everything ran smoothly. I wanted to make sure she would be okay getting things wrapped up here before I left.

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I walked through the front door and my nostrils were filled with the most heavenly smell. I followed my nose through the dining area. The table was set for two, with two tall white candles lit in the center. I continued on and into the kitchen. Ryker stood over the stove, several dishes were strewn across the counters. He noticed me in the entryway and smiled as he wrapped his arms around my waist, planting a loving kiss on my lips.

"You can't be in here right now." He whispered into my ear. "Go sit at the table, give me five minutes and I'll join you." He spun me around, slapping my butt as I walked over to the dining table.

Ryker entered several times laying down different dishes full of food. His final dish contained the most delectable looking steaks I had ever seen. My mouth watered as I waited for Ryker to sit. He poured us each a glass of white wine, before he sat down across from me.

"Now, tell me everything." He said as he began scooping heaps of food onto his plate, before passing the dish to me.

"So, I talked to Sondra this morning."

"I know. What did she say?" Ryker could hardly contain his excitement.

"Well, she said she was thoroughly impressed with my designs. She was also impressed with the show. She said it was organized well, and was really impressive. She told me that she has had calls from several celebrities requesting to wear my designs for different events."

"Really? That's awesome Soph!"

"I know, right." I grinned as I tasted a bite of steak. It practically melted in my mouth and I moaned in delight. "This is delicious." I complimented Ryker.

"Thank you. So, what else?"

"Well, Sondra said that I was officially a designer for her. She is giving me my own office, with my own employees!" I clapped my hands in excitement as I told Ryker what happened today. "I'm basically running my own show! Just like Sondra! She is my boss still, of course, but she's giving me free reign on everything!"

"Sophie! That's amazing! I'm so proud of you. You deserve it." Ryker reached out, taking my hand in his.

We finished up dinner, Ryker making me go relax as he cleaned up his mess in the kitchen. I decided I would go surprise him and headed to the bedroom. I slipped out of my work clothes and into a silky, black nightgown. I took the pins out of my hair, letting the neat bun transform to messy curls over my shoulders. I laid down on the bed and waited for Ryker.

He was taking a bit of time, and I readjusted my position several times as I got too self-conscious, thinking each position I was in was not as sexy as I thought it was. I finally settled on a pose as Rykers food steps filled the hall.

"Soph?" I heard him call out shortly before appearing in the bedroom. He let out a low whistle as he slowly approached the bed. "Look at you." He said, reaching out and cupping one of my perky bre.asts.

"It's my turn to say thank you." I tried to use my sultriest voice. It worked, as Ryker slipped out of his shirt, rolling me over onto my back. He straddled me as he ran his hands over my body.

I giggled as he quickly flipped me over, propping my a** in the air. I heard him growl as I caressed my bum. He leaned down over my body, softly kissing my neck as his hands reached snaked around my body, his fingers twisting and pulling at my nupples through the Lacy fabric. I heard him fumble with his pants before I felt his body press up against my a**. He leaned over me again, his hot breath hovering over the nape of my neck. He placed a finger at my slit, slowly rubbing it between my folds.

I gasped as I felt two fingers roughly enter my hole. He pumped his fingers in and out as I pressed my face into the pillow. Ryker removed his fingers, giving my a** cheek a hard slap before positioning his member at my entrance. I sighed as he pushed himself into me before slowly pulling out, just leaving his tip inside of me. He slapped my cheek again as he thrust roughly against my a**. His balls slapped against my skin. I moaned, gripping the sheets as I came closer and closer to my peak. I heard Ryker let out his own moans as he gripped my hips, controlling his pleasure.

"Oh, f**k baby." I heard him groan from behind me.

"Ryker…I…I" I squealed as my body tensed up, pleasure erupting inside of me. Ryker tightened his grip on my hips as he thrust one last time into me, finding his own ecstasy before collapsing onto the bed, pulling me over with him.

I chuckled as Ryker pulled my body into his, wrapping his arms around me.

"You're all sweaty." I said, struggling to free myself. The harder I struggled, the tighter Ryker held onto me.

"Baby, quit fighting me." He whispered into my ear. I smiled as I settled down into him. Completely content with my life.