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Gabi stepped back into the living room as Antonio closed the door quietly. He turned to face her. "Are you sure you want me to stay?" Antonio asked gently as Gabi raised her eyes to meet his.
"I want you to hold me tonight," she said softly. "Will you hold me?" A tear slipped from Gabi’s eye. Antonio touched her cheek with his hand and wiped away her tear with his thumb. He smiled warmly, "Of course I will." Gabi turned still holding onto his hand. She flipped off the light and locked the door. She led him slowly up the stairs and into the bedroom. She let go of his hand as she turned and smiled. "I’ll be right back." Gabi went into the bathroom and closed the door. Antonio stepped over to the chair. He took off his shirt and pants and draped them over the back. He started to take off his boxers since he always slept without them, but hesitated and decided to leave them on. Antonio felt anxious as he waited for Gabi to come out of the bathroom. He knew it was incredibly silly, but they hadn’t been together since he was with Heather and he was feeling very self-conscious. He walked over and pulled the sheets back as he slid in under the covers. It felt so good to be back in his and Gabi’s bed. He settled back against his pillow and waited for Gabi. Gabi stood in front of the bathroom mirror. She was nervous to be in bed with Antonio again. They hadn’t been together since....she shook her head at the thought. She just prayed that she wouldn’t be imagining him with Heather while they lay together in their bed. Gabi pulled on her nightshirt and ran her fingers through her hair. Antonio felt his heart jump as he heard Gabi open the door. She flipped off the light and walked into the bedroom. Her eyes fell to him lying on his elbow against his pillow, the sheet draped across his waist. She caressed his athletic chest with her eyes as she walked slowly over to the bed. God, she had missed him. Antonio smiled as Gabi made her way to the bed. She looked adorable in one of his t-shirts that hung a few inches above her knees. Gabi looked down as she saw him smile. "My nightshirt doesn’t fit anymore," she pouted playfully as she rubbed her softly rounded belly. Antonio laughed as Gabi stopped at the side of the bed. Antonio pulled back her side of the covers and she deftly climbed into bed. She leaned over and turned off the light. The full moon outside illuminated the room so they could still see each other well. Gabi lay down onto the pillow with her back to Antonio’s chest. He pulled himself up against her with his knees behind hers. He slid one arm under her neck and wrapped the other lovingly over her stomach. Gabi settled against his shoulder and pulled his arm across her chest, entwining their fingers. Antonio breathed deeply as he held Gabi tightly against him. He closed his eyes at the wonderful feel of her snuggling with him once again. He hated himself for almost losing this forever. The very thought made him pull Gabi even closer. Gabi felt so safe in Antonio’s arms. She closed her eyes as another tear slipped down her cheek. She couldn’t imagine living without him in her life. Neither of them spoke, nor lessened their hold on one other. They lay in the darkness listening to each other breathing. Gabi tried to fall asleep, she really was tired. Antonio closed his eyes in a feeble attempt to drift off to sleep. Intense feelings raged in both of them as they lie in silence for a long time, but Antonio was determined to follow Gabi’s lead. Gabi rolled over in Antonio’s arms to find his eyes open and looking at her. She reached up and touched his chin with her fingers. Gabi pushed herself up gently as she rested her hand against his hard stomach. She felt her heart quicken as Antonio’s hand moved across her back. Gabi ran her thumb across his lips as they parted with her touch. Antonio felt his pulse accelerate as she stroked his bottom lip. Gabi leaned up and touched her lips hesitantly to his. Antonio returned her kiss tenderly. Gabi pulled back and Antonio could see her eyes sparkling with tears. Antonio slid her smoothly up his body so he could reach her better. He ran his hands through her hair and brought her mouth down softly onto his. His warm lips parted hers as he ran his tongue along her lips and slipped it cautiously inside. Gabi felt her stomach flutter as he met her tongue with his. Gabi melted into the kiss as Antonio’s powerful hands caressed her shoulders. Gabi put her hands on his waist as she pushed her body against his. Antonio moved his mouth to her neck and kissed her chin, along her jawline and up to her ear. Gabi rolled her head to the side as Antonio sent shivers up her spine. "Let me make love to you, Gabi," he whispered in her ear. "I need to make love to you." Gabi pulled her knees up under her and sat back on her heels. She reached for the bottom of her t-shirt and pulled it up over her head. Antonio’s body responded immediately to seeing her naked before him. Gabi threw her shirt to the floor as Antonio climbed out of bed. She lay down on her back as he slipped off his boxer shorts. Gabi bit her lip in anticipation as he knelt on the bed and crawled towards her. Gabi placed her hands on top of his shoulders as he lowered himself against her. Her hands slipped over and down his back as he pressed his lips against her chest. He caressed her full, supple breasts with a strong but tender hand and then with his mouth. Gabi ran her fingers through his thick hair, her sensitive skin tingling from his touch as he moved his hand down to her stomach. Antonio’s hand lingered for a moment and then slipped down to her thigh. Gabi moaned softly as he explored her delicately. Antonio brought his mouth back to hers to kiss her deeply. Gabi felt her breathing grow more rapid as Antonio massaged her slowly. She reached down and grasped him lightly drawing a deep moan from him. They caressed each other until they could no longer deny themselves from becoming one. Gabi cried out softly as Antonio gently pressed himself into her. Gabi held his bulging arms as he supported his weight to keep from hurting the baby. He kissed her neck passionately as he thrust himself slowly inside her. Antonio opened his eyes to watch Gabi. Seeing her arousal made his pulse race as his pushing became more rhythmic and urgent. Gabi’s eyes opened as they locked with Antonio’s. "I love you," he mouthed to her. "I love you," she mouthed back. Antonio closed his eyes as he was reaching the point of no return. He began moaning loudly as Gabi cried out with pleasure. She held on to him tightly as he pushed as deep as he could and relinquished himself to her. Antonio pushed himself gently off of her and lay back against the pillow. Gabi curled up into his arms, their bodies hot and sweaty. "I love you, Gabi," his voice cracked with emotion as he held her close. "I never want to lose you." Gabi closed her eyes to stop the tears. "I love you too, Antonio." They fell asleep quickly in each other’s arms. Antonio woke to find Gabi sleeping peacefully beside him. He leaned over and kissed her forehead with a smile. Sleeping next to Gabi had always given him a good night’s rest. He hadn’t slept well without her. Antonio climbed quietly out of bed and retrieved his boxers. He went to the dresser and pulled out a pair of gray sweatpants. He pulled them on and slipped out of the bedroom. He wanted to make Gabi breakfast…she would be hungry after last night. He headed downstairs to the kitchen. Ricardo picked up the bag off the counter and handed the money to the clerk. "Thanks!" he said cheerfully grabbing the two cups of coffee. He turned and left the Java Web heading down the beach to Gabi’s. He had left her a message about breakfast last night when she didn’t answer the phone. He walked quickly as he couldn’t wait to see her. Antonio broke the eggs into the bowl and whisked them quickly. He was pulling out the skillet when he heard the doorbell ring. "Who in the world would be here so early?" he muttered as he put down the pan and walked out of the kitchen. He stopped in the hallway realizing he wasn’t wearing a shirt. He started to head upstairs to get one when the doorbell rang again. Not wanting it to wake Gabi, he forgot about the shirt and reached instead for the door. "Morning, Gabi," Ricardo called out as the door opened slowly. "I brought the coffee and bagels." Ricardo’s jaw hit the floor when he saw Antonio standing in front of him in only his sweats. Antonio looked skeptically at Ricardo. "What are you doing here?" Ricardo was shocked to find Antonio here. This couldn’t be happening, he thought. No. "Gabi and I were supposed to have breakfast this morning." "Did she know about that?" Antonio smirked at his brother. "Where is she anyway?" Ricardo asked impatiently, dreading the answer he knew he would get. "She’s in bed," Antonio smiled. "Sleeping." He knew he was taunting Ricardo, but he could care less. Ricardo took a deep breath. "Maybe I’ll just come in and wait for her." Ricardo started in the door. Antonio put out his hand and stopped him. "I don’t think so, Ricardo." He shoved him slightly. "I’m back now, Gabi won’t need you keeping her company anymore." "You’re back, really?" Ricardo said smugly. "Gabi forgave you just like that, huh?" "It’s really none of your business," Antonio said quickly. "Oh, but it is," Ricardo retorted. "Whose to say it won’t happen again?" Antonio was getting angry. "What do you want, Ricardo?" Ricardo stepped up into Antonio’s face. "What do you think Gabi would say if she saw you in action?" "What are you talking about, Ricardo?" Antonio wasn’t in the mood to play Ricardo’s games. "You know," Ricardo raised his eyebrows. "In ACTION?" "I’m not going to ask you again to leave," Antonio said impatiently. "Now." Ricardo put up his hand. "Okay, okay, I’m going." He leaned over in an exaggerated whisper. "You know, T, it’s too bad you lost your nerve because if you think Heather’s lace bra was nice, you should have seen her thong…it was amazing." He patted his brother on the shoulder. "And so was she." Ricardo dropped the bag at Antonio’s feet and walked out the door. Antonio felt his blood boil as Ricardo’s words began to register.
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