The kiss went on for a few more seconds. Boma didn't know how long she could keep still under his arousing onslaught. She could barely move, anyway. He had her immobile.
Donovan had no intentions of letting her go until he got what he wanted. A small moan of surrender escaped her lips and when he heard it, he released her with satisfaction. That was what he had been waiting for.
She looked at him with dazed eyes again, her breathing fast from being thoroughly kissed.
She set her eyes on his chest, her face colored with embarrassment.
"Are you a virgin?" He asked, wanting verbal confirmation.
She started to nod, decided against it, and stayed silent.
"I asked you a question."
Her eyes remained on his chest.
"Do not make me repeat myself."
She snapped out of her silence and nodded.
"I want words."
"Yes."
"Hmm. Even though I suspected correctly, it's still a bit surprising in this era. Nonetheless, I like it."
She didn't say anything. She pressed her lips together, wishing she was anywhere but there.
She felt his fingers gently urging her to meet his gaze.
"Because you're a virgin, I won't rush you, but I will play with you. Okay?"
She started to feel confused by his words.
"Play with me?"
His voice lowered to a seductive slow tone and he cupped her face in his hands as he let her know exactly what he was talking about.
"That means, I will touch you, Boma. I will kiss you. I will caress and romance you. I will suck you, lick you everywhere. I will finger you. But I won't take you. Now, is there something else you would like to tell me?"
Her response came out in stutters.
"I don't- I don't agree with the...the play-the playing with-"
"That topic is not up for discussion anymore. Or would you rather I mess with your precious v card? I'm more than happy to."
She quickly shook her head and he released her face.
"Well, one more thing," he said, one finger caressing her cheek. "You cannot lose the gift of your innocence to any guy in this school or any other guy for that matter. Not while I'm your boyfriend. If I find out, I will kill him." He observed her shudders, but it didn't keep him from continuing with his threat. "And that will be after I kill you. And before that, I will ensure that I break your legs first. Those very legs that you dared to spread for him. Am I understood?"
She nodded, her eyes filling rapidly, triggered by her fear of him.
"Good." He said and pressed his lips to her forehead.
She was still frightened but strangely, his kiss on her forehead began to calm her jitters a little.
"Now, let's go shopping."
Boma recalled that he mentioned shopping. Somehow she didn't think it would be serious.
"I'm not- I'm not supposed to take gifts from- from strangers. I don't-I don't know you."
He spared her an incredulous glance. "Like seriously?"
"I don't-I don't think I need anything from-"
"Shut up."
Her speech was cut off at his abruptly given command. Then he pulled her up to her feet.
They were facing each other now and she kept her eyes on the floor.
"Look at me."
She lifted her gaze and managed to meet his. He leaned forward and pressed his lips to her forehead.
"Now, let's go." He said, taking her hand firmly in his.
She had no choice but to go with him, aware of his wingmen following them.
Outside, she had thought that his guys would join them in his car but they took another car, leaving them alone in his car which was a sleek dark grey SUV.
She sat beside him, hands clasped together.
"Relax."He said as he started the car. "Get used to being around me because you'rewith me now."
She tried to relax, but it was hard. She was nervous. To look convincing in her attempt at relaxation, she let her back rest on the chair.
He moved the car onto the campus roads. She could tell he was heading to the campus gates. From the rearview mirror, she observed that his wingmen were following behind them. She was not surprised. She guessed it was their job.
She clasped her hands together. Her major concern was the ring. She covered her left hand with her right, praying fervently that he would not notice. So far, he hadn't. But their date was not over yet.
He might notice at any time.
The car finally passed through security at the gate. She observed how the gatemen greeted him with respect.
A thought occurred to her as Donovan maneuvered the car through the streets of the island.
If she could get Hilda to bring her the ring at whatever boutique he was taking her, she would be free of the fear consuming her.
She took out her phone and began texting Hilda. Then she remembered that she didn't know what boutique they were going to.
"D." She said tentatively.
"Yeah."
"Could you tell me what boutique we are going to and the location?"
"Why?" He asked without sparing her a glance.
"I just want to know."
"Why?" He repeated as though she had not spoken.
"I just- I just want to know." She said in a louder voice, thinking that he had not heard her.
He spared her a glance.
"Why?"He repeated before returning his gaze to the road.
"Because I...I just want to know." She answered, her voice laced with uncertainty. Because now, she knew that he had heard her. And she didn't know why he was being difficult about it.
"Boma." He said without sparing her a glance again.
"Yes."
"I asked you a question."
"But I-I already answered."
"I don't believe your response. If you're scared that I'm taking you somewhere else other than the boutique, I understand. But you don't have to lie to me about it. Okay?"
"Okay, but that's not- that's not my reason."
"Fine. Ever shopped at Majestic?"
"No." She admitted. Majestic was the biggest mall on the island. Every store in there was pricey. She couldn't even dream of going there.
"That's where we're going."
"Okay. Thanks."
"You're welcome."
She immediately continued with her text to Hilda. She was about to send an SMS but realized she could be wasting precious airtime. Instead, she went online and checked if Hilda was on chat.
Luckily she found her online. So, she flashed her cell phone before chatting her up-
Hey, I need your help URGENTLY.
It took about five seconds before Hilda responded with- are u ok? Where are u? Are u with him?
Hence their chat began.
Boma
Yes. We had lunch. Now we are going to Majestic.
Hilda
I knew he was serious. What's the problem?
Boma
I 4got the ring on my bed. I am so scared he will find out
Hilda.
Y did u 4get? Gosh. This is serious. He will drill u. You've not heard of what happens to Point One babes caught without their ring?
Boma froze. She didn't even dare steal a glance at Donovan.
Her fingers were starting to shake, but she managed to continue.
Boma.
Pls, help me bring it to Majestic b4 he finds out. Please.
Hilda
I'm already heading to the room. I will be there soon
Boma
Please, hurry. Thanks.
Hilda
I'll be there. Try 2 keep cool.
Boma
Ok. will try.
After ending their chat, Boma was startled by Donovan's voice.
"I see you were chatting."
"Yes." She replied. She didn't see any reason why she should deny it.
"With who?"
"My friend and roommate."
"I see. Okay. Give me your hand, will you? Let me feel you while I drive." He said but he was already reaching for her left hand and folding it in his. His actions sent her heartbeat racing with mounting increasing anxiety.
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Author Notes:
Who wants more?