Closing thoughts

It took some time before we could bring ourselves to separate. Even then the two of us couldn’t quite pull our acts together, teasing and groping each other while we got dressed and wiped off. Eventually, however, we managed, and found ourselves talking with Rina in her bedroom.

Emery: Are you sure you want to end it here, Rina?

Rina: Yes! For the last time, you two, I am sure this is a good cut-off.

Nia: We know, we know. It was just a lot of fun!

Rina shook her head in a telegraphed mock annoyance.

Rina: You’re just dragging this out for yourselves, hehe. Weren’t ya gonna rush home so you could fuck each other’s brains out?

She had a point, but it was hard to shake the elation that came with such a good first time. We could hardly be blamed for trying to eke out a smidge more fun; as long as we weren’t being an inconvenience, of course. Playfulness aside though, there was also something else we knew needed to be done before we left, regardless of how horny we were.

Clearing my throat, I attempted to straighten out my posture and shake off the silliness. Nia joined me and practiced some calming inhalations.

Emery: We need to talk with you about something first.

We sat down on the edge of the bed and patted the sheets, gesturing for Rina to join us. Rina suddenly looked very worried. She rubbed the back of her head and looked towards the floor.

Rina: …Shit. Uh-oh, did I go too far with the whole “girl to girl” thing?

Nia: Pfft hehe, relax dude! It’s not like that.

Emery: Sorry to scare you. I meant we wanted to have our cooldown session with you. Not only was that intense, but it was also our first time as a group.

Nia: Plus you said you had some shitty stuff happen before the summer started.

Emery: Exactly. We didn’t want to run out the door and leave you in a weird spot. If you don’t want to join, then no pressure obviously. But if not…?

Nia: Yeah I dunno, just seemed right to include you if you wanted.

An inscrutable expression developed on Rina. She stood there quietly, rubbing her arm and swapping her weight between legs. At first it seemed as though we’d been a bother, but within another moment she seemed to relax. A certain softness came into her countenance, and her voice was faint when she spoke.

Rina: …You guys are too sweet.

She came and joined us on the bed, landing in a way that was strangely lacking in impact for her size. Almost like she was trying to not be there at all.

Rina: Sure, what the hell. I’d love to join up if I’m welcome. What’s on everyone’s mind?

The weird mood seemed to have passed from her. I decided to chalk it up to her being reminded of whatever negativity happened at the end of last semester and moved on.

I took hold of Nia’s hand and scooted close to her. My skin still felt electricity in our touch. I guess we couldn’t take too long on this…

Nia: Since you brought it up, Rina, the boundary pushing on our second round is probably a good place to start.

Rina: Yeah, I’m sorry if that felt like I was trying my luck. It just seemed like you guys are okay with teasing, and I got kinda wrapped up in thinking of how I could push the rules without breaking them…and…

A bitter look crossed her.

Rina: Well, I don’t wanna bullshit. I haven’t gotten any in a while, and…I was also just doing what I thought sounded hot. I’m sorry that I was taking advantage of things to get off.

I put my hand up to stop her.

Emery: The honesty is appreciated, but you don’t have to be sorry for either of those things. One of the reasons we wanted to have someone else was to come up with ideas we wouldn’t ourselves. Not only did you do that, but you egged us on while asking. If you had fun with the play in your own way, then that’s awesome.

Emery: And the play itself? It was perfect for me. It felt…higher stakes than I thought a handjob could. Does that make sense?

Nia: Hehe, I getcha hun. It was spicy and moody! And I liked it too, Rina, by the way! On top of what Em was saying, I’m usually the more physical one when Em and I are fucking. Having you take control like that was different, in a good way.

She pursed her lips and shot Rina a sassy, judgmental look.

Nia: Let’s maybe talk about an actual signal or something though if we’re gonna make it a thing. I couldn’t exactly “give you a yell” when your huge nuts were covering my damn face most of the time!

Rina laughed meekly as a blush spread over her.

Rina: Eheh…my bad…again…

Nia: You’re good, Rina. Not to imply your feelings aren’t valid, but you don’t need to keep sayin’ you’re sorry.

Rina: Sor-...heh… Thank you.

Nia: You’re welcome!

I patted Rina on the back.

Emery: We both feel the same way about this. And don’t worry, we’re not just sparing your feelings. If we really weren’t cool with it then Nia wouldn’t be able to keep herself from saying something haha.

Rina: Hahaha, that’s very true Em! She’s such a sweetie, I forget she’s got some serious bite in her. Like, have you seen how she can be with strangers? She's a real bitch sometimes!

Nia: I am not! ...Usually… Sometimes people deserve it… Look, that cashier was…!

Nia huffed and crossed her arms, referencing some event I was evidently absent for. I would have to ask about it another time.

Nia: Anyways, we’re getting distracted!

Rina: Heheh, yeah. What about you guys? ‘Nough about my baggage, this was a big day for you!

My heart swelled thinking about it. She was right. We actually went through with it! And it went well!

Emery: Well, we’ll probably have more to talk about later, especially between Nia and I, but between the three of us? I’m not sure I really had anything I needed to come down from. I feel loved. I had fun. I feel secure right now.

We turned towards Nia. She made a show of thinking about it, then beamed at us.

Nia: I’m feeling safe and happy too! …I do have one thing to say, though.

Emery: What’s that, hun?

Nia: If we do keep doing this, let’s maybe give it a sec on the pet names.

Rina grimaced.

Rina: Do you not want me to call him “Em” anymore?

Nia: Huh? Oh! Nah nah, that’s not what I meant. You’re fine, Rina.

She flipped around and pointed at me, pouting in earnest.

Nia: You, on the other hand. None of that “lover” stuff. Not yet, at least. Okay? I was fine with it when I was horny-brained, but you know how I feel about that.

Emery: Ahh yeah, I’m sorry. I got sort of overzealous there.

Rina: Too intimate?

Nia sighed.

Nia: Yes and no. Remember how I stopped talking to Mac from the tennis team when he bragged about having two girlfriends?

Rina: …Yeah?

Nia: I really, really don’t like cheating. I don’t like it when other people do it, and I never, ever want to do something like that to someone I love. I don’t ever want to betray a person so much...

That same inscrutable look as before came onto Rina’s face, and she seemed distant from the conversation.

Rina: …Yeah, it’s fucking disgusting…

Nobody said anything for a minute as those blunt words hung in the air. I held my breath as I gauged the tension of the room.

Rina: …But um, that makes sense. I can see why that would be hard with Em’s interests.

She chuckled awkwardly and the strained atmosphere slowly dissipated. She cleared her throat, as if to hasten the process.

Nia: …Heh yeeaah, so I’m just a lil sensitive about some of those nicknames. I’m not against them entirely, just don’t think I’m ready for that.

Nia fell back onto the bed and looked up at Rina.

Nia: Figured I’d bring it up so you knew too. Didn’t want it getting awkward next weekend if it came up.

My mind snapped at the mention of the date we talked about prior.

Emery: On that note, are you still up for that? I had a lot of fun tonight.

Nia: I did too. It was great!

Emery: Yeah, so if you still want to do next weekend, then we’d love to.

Rina laid on her bed and faced up at the ceiling, hands behind her head. Her face was stoic and she seemed deep in thought.

Rina: …I think so. I don’t wanna say yes for sure, but let’s plan on it. If I change my mind I’ll try to let you know ASAP. Sound fair? I want to give you some time to think about it too. Without me around, and without you being horny.

Emery: Absolutely. Thank you, Rina.

Nia: Totes, girl. We’ll give it a think.

Nia stretched and got up from the bed.

Nia: Speaking of, we should get out of your hair anyways. It’s kinda late, we should get to Em’s place.

Rina: You mean get into Em’s pants.

Emery: Who Nia? She would never imply something so vulgar.

Nia: Keep that up and maybe I won’t touch you at all.

Emery: You promise~?

The three of us cracked up at that, then got ready. Rina helped us gather everything together and walked us to her apartment lobby. We hugged and went our separate ways.

As Nia and I walked in the brisk night air, we held ourselves together tightly. Something between us felt changed. I wasn’t sure what it was, but I was positive it was good. I knew we were closer than before in some intangible, but important way.

Nia: Don’t think you’re getting off easy.

I looked at her confused. She met my eyes, expression dripping with a burning, unfettered lust.

Nia: Do you know how fucking hard that was to do when I’m this horny? When we get home I’m piledriving your ass into the bed! If I’m feeling nice, I’ll stop after you pass out~.

In all the post-sex talk, I had almost forgotten neither of us came earlier. All of those backed up hormones came crashing into me at once, evoking violent tremors through my body.

I grabbed her hand and started speed walking towards my apartment. She first matched my pace, then started jogging ahead. Before I knew it, the two of us were practically racing. I had a feeling we were going to be very sore in the morning.