Frantz could feel the tables turning quickly, but he had to exert control. He had to show Liliana he loved her enough that he would help her keep the promise she made to herself.
Though against his physical wants, Frantz placed a hand on her chin, and pecked her lips again before he pulled away from the kiss.
Liliana breathed just as heavily as he, and she placed her hands against his chest, as she closed her eyes, and attempted to gather her wits.
"You..." She trailed off, as she kept her palms flat against his chest, "you know how to tempt a girl," Lili admitted, and Frantz chuckled as he caressed his nails over her spine and sides, causing Liliana to curl her toes, and push further into him, "and you..." Frantz added, his eyes looking into hers as if mesmerized, "are my weakness."
Liliana placed her forehead against his as she sighed her lips parted and she spoke sincerely, "I know you can't wait much longer-" But Frantz had already stopped her as pinched her chin between his thumb and index finger, his lips brushing against her, "for you, I'll wait a thousand years, because I know the longer I wait, the sweeter the it'll be when I have you."
Liliana searched his eyes, and frowned deeply as she asked, in a breathy tone, "Who are you?"
Frantz smiled deviously as he declared, "I'm the man that's going to make you mine, and I'll be damned if someone else tries to take my place."
Liliana giggled, and kissed him again, then she simply cocooned her head under his neck, and rested her ear against his chest, while she listened to his heartbeat. She didn't care that he was dripping wet and most likely soaking her couch and carpet. She didn't care that in the morning she'd have to dry the water off the floor. All she cared about was being in his arms.
Frantz hummed as he hugged her tight against his body, then he kissed her head before he relaxed his head against the couch, and soon he drifted off to sleep. The rain outside served as a lullaby for the couple as they drifted off to dreamland together.
In the morning, Lili woke up to find herself still cocooned in Frantz's arms. She had no idea how they managed to fit on her small couch, or how they got to their lying position, but she was just glad to be able to wake up in his arms. It was the first time she slept with Frantz, and she had to admit, she looked forward to more mornings like these.
Feeling warm and comfortable in her spooned position, Liliana smiled, and closed her eyes as she pushed herself further into Frantz's warmth.
His clothes now dry, Liliana absentmindedly wiggled her hips against his jeans, and Frantz's eyes snapped open.
"Uh oh." He muttered, and practically jumped and ran out of the couch.
"What, what, what?" Liliana questioned confused and shocked, and Frantz said, quickly, "Nothing!" then he dashed to the guest bathroom quickly, and Liliana blinked confused. Then it dawned on her. Oh no.
Her cheeks flushed as she remembered her actions. What she felt on her back was not just his jeans!
Oh Liliana could die right around now.
Lili wanted the floor to open up and swallow her whole. She was so embarrassed, she had no words to describe the amount of blood which rushed to her now red face.
In the bathroom Frantz was about to lose his head. He looked at his reflection in the mirror, then down at his pants. Frantz gripped the marble top counter and wanted to scream. He wouldn't be able to keep this up for long. Sooner or later, Frantz feared he would lose his footing, and he would no longer be able to control himself.
Liliana walked to the bathroom with fidgety fingers, and a nervous breath.
Her heart was beating in her chest, harder than a dribbling basketball.
She approached the door, and leaned her forehead against it as she took a deep breath and spoke softly, "Frantz? Are you okay? I-I am so sorry- I- I didn't mean- I mean- I did-didn't know- I-I-I was-Well- I- I'm sorry." Liliana gave up on trying to explain herself, meanwhile on the other side of the door, Liliana's voice was driving Frantz crazy.
When Frantz didn't respond, Liliana asked, carefully, "are you okay?"
And Frantz drew in a difficult breath as he held the bridge of his nose and his jaw clicked, then he said, "I need a shower."
"I- okay." Liliana simply said, then she walked away from the bathroom.
When Frantz was Liliana was gone, he groaned out, "Gaaahhh!" then he stripped. He took off his clothes and jumped into the ice cold water.
It wasn't the most comfortable temperature, but it did the job. His hot skin cooled down in seconds, and his excitement also winded down. He placed his hand against the cold tiles of the shower wall, and allowed the water to drench his head and, flow down his body. Once he was ready to soap himself, he absentmindedly found himself enjoying the fresh scent of Liliana's white soap bar, and he gladly used her shampoo in his hair. He smelled like his girl.
When Frantz finished his shower, he pulled the curtain back and noticed a pile of clothes by the sink. He didn't even hear Liliana come in. With a chuckle and a shake of his head, Frantz noticed his grey hoodie and matching sweatpants. He didn't have to guess how Liliana got her hands on these. Next to the clothes he noticed an unused toothbrush, still in the wrapper. Glad to be able to brush his teeth, Frantz got into his clothes, and headed to the living room.
When he arrived, Liliana was in the kitchen moving around while grabbing necessary items for a quick breakfast, but Frantz noted the permanent flush in her cheeks as she avoided his eyes on purpose.
He knew she would feel uncomfortable, so he attempted to lighten the mood.
He joined her in the kitchen, and while she mixed the pancake batter, he began to make coffee.
He looked over his shoulder while Liliana stood over the stove. When he had set up the coffee maker, and it began to rumble, Frantz turned around and faced Liliana. He admired the view with a smirk as he swiped a hand through his hair and asked, "should I be worried as to how you ended up with my hoodie and sweatpants?"
And Liliana simply shrugged as she said, "I may have borrowed a pair or two when you weren't looking."
"Mmh hmm." Frantz muttered, then he pulled himself off the counter, as he approached Liliana. He wrapped his arms around her waist and placed his head on the crook of her shoulder. He was sure to keep his excited hips away from her this time, and Lili was glad for that.
They stayed in this fashion for a while. Neither one spoke, but simply enjoyed the silent company of the other.
When breakfast was ready, Frantz set up the table, while Liliana began to plate their food. When they sat to eat, Lili still avoided his eyes, but he didn't want that.
Placing his cup of coffee down, Frantz reached out and grabbed Liliana's hand. Her faced instantly flushed, and she looked down.
"Hey, stop it." Frantz spoke softly, and Liliana blinked as she finally looked at him, "I feel like I am torturing you."
"But you're not." Frantz shrugged, he could handle his arousal.
"Yeah but-"
"No buts. I'm actually glad of your decision to wait until we're married." Frantz admitted, as he rubbed his thumb over the skin of her hands.
"You are?" Liliana asked, and Frantz nodded as he said, "because it's taught me to love you for you. For your uncontrollable mouth, and your love for sweets, and your tiny snores when you sleep, and for your smile, and so much more."
Liliana giggled as she looked away and said, "I don't snore."
"Uh yeah you do." Frantz pushed back, and Liliana simply laughed and rolled her eyes.
"Oh and there's one more thing I have to tell you." Frantz said, and Liliana looked at him expectantly as he said, "We're going to a ball tonight."
"What?!" Lili exclaimed in shock, "you tell me this now? I don't even have a dress." Lili groaned as she began to panic.
"I already have all of that sorted. It was always going to be a surprise. I have a dress appointment, and hair and nails set up." Frantz shrugged casually, and Liliana sighed as she frowned, "Frantz we talked about this. You're spoiling me."
"Yeah, and your whining is not going to make me stop either." Frantz smiled as he stood up and gave her a quick kiss, then he took his plate to the kitchen along with the mug.
"And where is the ball going to be?" Lili called out after him.
"New York. Yeah we're flying there in an hour, so I suggest you grab your stuff babe." Frantz replied, and Liliana shook her head in disbelief.
Oh yeah, she definitely loved Mr. Cavalier.