Their Time

By Marie S

Egan surprised her with a kiss as she said goodbye to Marie and Bud. She was vaguely aware that the two of them drove away in Bud’s truck. Jessica was much more aware of Egan’s lips on hers. And then his tongue slipped inside her mouth to find hers.

By the time they broke away from the kiss they were breathless and flushed with excitement, attraction and want of each other. Jessica glanced where Bud and Marie had been only minutes before. Her eyes looked back into Egan’s. The dimples shown in her cheeks as she smiled at him.

“We’re alone.”

“That we are, love. You ready to ride?”

The type of riding that came into her mind made her blush an even brighter red and left her unable to speak. She simply nodded to him.

“Right, then. Let’s go." Egan grabbed her hand and pulled her toward the tack room and began handing her bridles, brushes and a curry comb.

Jessica waited by the pasture fence as Egan carried out his saddle. He whistled loudly and suddenly Ember appeared in a run toward them with Amber and his very pregnant golden mare following.

She saw his shrewd eyes taking in the look and gait of the beautiful mare, Goldie.

“Is it almost her time, Egan?”

He nodded. “Very soon. Just a tic, love. I’m going to put her in the large stall. She could foal tonight and I don’t want her out. She may need our help.”

Jessica handed Egan a halter which he quickly slipped over the mare’s head and led her to the stable. He’d prepared the stall earlier with fresh straw on the floor, hay in the feed bag and water after he’d seen Goldie that morning.

Meanwhile Jessica slipped Ember and Amber some carrot treats as she brushed the dirt off their backs and combed their manes. Egan moved silently up behind her and slipped his arms around her waist and whispered in her ear.

“They look sleek and all polished new, Jessica. Like you.” He inhaled the scent of her skin on her neck. “You smell better.” She felt his lips on her neck and shivered with excitement.

“That’s a mighty fine compliment if you think I smell better than your horses, Egan.” Jessica smiled back over her shoulder toward him. The look in his eyes took her breath away. The man could unsettle her with a look alone.

“The highest one possible.” He said it with all seriousness, but Jessica saw the twinkle in his eyes. And then his lips found hers again.

Suddenly Jessica was fully kissing Egan and her arms were around his neck. She was unaware when she dropped the horse brush and turned until Amber nudged her in the back and pushed her off balance fully into Egan.

They broke from the kiss laughing as Egan steadied her. He gave Amber his critical eye.

“My little diva. She craves attention. We’d better see to her. There’s time for more kissing later.”

Jessica looked up at him through her eyelashes. “Promises, promises.”

Egan slid his hand down the curve of her hip. “Too right.”

As they saddled the horses Egan thought about how he intended on doing a lot more than kissing Jessica Weston that night. He’d have her in his bed for the entire night. That was something he’d wanted for some time and been thwarted from doing.

It had been a long time since he’d had any female companionship. A few nights ago he’d thought about driving his truck into Coffs Harbour to find some relief for that problem as the frustration built without Jessica. The more he thought about it Egan realized that the only one he wanted in his bed right now was Jessica. A change had begun to occur beyond the strong physical attraction they shared.

After checking the girth tightness on her saddle he gave her a boost up. His fingers lingered on her long leg. For a fleeting moment he imagined her legs wrapped naked around his hips as he thrust his body into hers. It would be a good night indeed.

Egan led them out on a path that cut along the fence line. He wanted to inspect an area that he thought needed some fence rails replaced. When they arrived he handed Ember’s reins for Jessica to hold as he checked the fence.

There was some rotting in the wood. He’d have to find out when Bud was available another day to help him with several areas he’d found that needed repair. There’d been a few fence rails in the barn, but he’d need to order more from a lumbar yard in Coffs.

He checked a few more areas before tallying the amount of wood that they’d need. Lumbar was expensive. Bud wouldn’t be pleased. He shared his rough estimate with Jessica.

“Wow, that much? Be ready for some colorful words from Bud.” She bit her lower lip to keep from laughing out loud.

Egan threw his head back in laughter. “I’ve noticed that about Bud. We should be able to get a decent deal in Coffs. I don’t think there’s any company in the Glen who could supply the lumbar we’ll need at a better price.”

Jessica nodded. She really was paying attention until that moment. Was it her fault that she suddenly wondered when the next time would be that Egan would kiss her like he did by the pasture gate? He was the one who was so distracting. Whoops, did he just say something else?

“Umm, did you just say something? Sorry.” She blushed.

Egan laughed again as he mounted Ember. “Yep, I said that should be it for the night. We can ride back to the stable.” He looked up at the sky. “It’ll be dark soon. What were ya thinking, love?”

Jessica glanced boldly at him. “I was wondering when you were going to kiss me again. I suppose you’ll have to see if you can catch me first.” She turned Amber back toward the stable and lightly kicked her. The mare lunged forward and quickly broke into a fast gallop with Jessica’s urging her on. She knew they were heading home.

Egan grinned as he watched her ride away with her braid flying behind her. He thought of the day when she’d ridden nearly naked away from him and Bud. And if he wanted to see her naked again he better not dally around too long.

“Ember, are we going to let our sheilas get away that easy? Yah!”

He spurred his stallion forward. The horse flew in pursuit like the wind. Ember enjoyed running more than any stallion he’d ever had and he was faster than any brumby he’d ever owned.

It didn’t take them long to overtake Jessica and Amber although they were nearly back to the stable. Egan reached out and grabbed Jessica’s reins from her and pulled Amber to a stop as he did the same to Ember.

“Now is as good a time as any, Jessica.”

He reached over, pulled her off of Amber and across his saddle in front of him. Egan planted a long, hard and deep kiss on her lips. Her lips parted to accept his probing tongue as her arms wrapped around his neck.

Egan held her tightly to prevent her slipping off the saddle. When they broke for breath Jessica placed tiny little kisses on his chin before Egan leaned in to capture her lips again. Jessica placed her fingers on his lips a moment. Her voice was a husky breathless whisper.

“I don’t ride side saddle well, Egan. Help me. It will be more comfortable.”

He nodded and lifted her so she could swing one leg around him. She sat astride him with her legs wrapped around his waist. As soon as she was settled his lips found hers again.

They kissed as Egan guided Ember and Amber back to the stable in a slow walk. Their kisses became increasingly passionate. Egan’s cock swelled in his pants as Jessica’s body pressed rhythmically against his with the sway of Ember’s slow gait. His free hand grasped her hips to pull her even closer to him. A moan escaped his throat.

“Jessica. Now, love. I have to be inside you soon.” His free hand found its way down the back of her riding pants to caress her soft naked bum.

She rubbed erotically against him. Neither of them noticed at first that Ember had stopped.

“Egan, yes, please. I want you so badly.” Her breasts heaved against his chest. Their lips met again.

He realized their forward motion had stopped and they were back at the stable. Egan dismounted and pulled Jessica with him. Her body remained wrapped and pressed tightly to his.

“We need to get the horses in the pasture and then I’m taking you to my cabin, love.” Egan kissed her one more time as he eased her down onto her feet.

They led the horses through the pasture gate and removed their saddles and bridles. Egan peered quizzically at Ember and Amber. Normally the horses ran off to eat grass and drink water after being ridden. Ember pawed the ground with his front hoof.

That’s when both Egan and Jessica heard the sound from inside the stable. It was the sound of a horse in distress. Both Ember and Amber answered Goldie’s call.

Egan raced quickly across the distance from the pasture gate to the stable. He still had Jessica’s saddle in his arms until he deposited it on a hay bale outside the stall. Jessica was a few tics behind him as he made his way in to see Goldie. She snickered her displeasure while in the full throes of labor.

He ran a hand gently down her creamy neck and spoke softly to her.

“That’s my pretty girl.” He felt along her burgeoning belly and probed to feel the position of the foal.

“Bloody hell. He’s breach. If he doesn’t turn soon, I’m going to need to turn him or help him out of there.” He patted Goldie’s neck reassuringly.

“What can I do to help you, Egan?” Jessica looked at them anxiously.

“We still have some time, love. Let’s get the saddles and bridles away and get the hose over here with some fresh water in case we need it.” Egan had some birthing supplies and tools in a chest he might need. He glanced up suddenly at Jessica and gave her a wry look.

“And I hate to tell ya, Jessica, but it looks like our evening is on hold for a bit.”

Jessica nodded and gave him a smile. “Goldie and her foal come first, Egan. We can wait. It won’t be the first time.”

Egan laughed mirthlessly and then gave her a longing look before springing into action. He admired that there’d been no hesitation on her part. She never appeared to be selfish that he’d observed.

“Let’s get to it then.”

Hours of time passed quickly as Goldie’s labor progressed. The foal never turned and Egan had to finally reach in and turn him. The newborn foal came into their world a short time later. It was a colt. He was beautiful with a blaze of white on his forehead.

His exhausted mother cleaned him off diligently. The colt appeared perfect and was breathing well despite the difficult birth. Egan flopped down in the straw a few feet away to watch Goldie tend to her newborn. He patted the straw beside him for Jessica to join him. Goldie wasn’t the only one exhausted.

Egan smiled at Jessica. Tears were streaming down her face.

“C’mere, love. What’s the matter?”

She sniffled and leaned her head against his inviting shoulder as he wrapped his arm around her.

“Despite how worried I was for Goldie and her foal that was so beautiful. And you were terrific, Egan. You’re a wonderful man.” She smiled at him and then her gaze was drawn back to the new mother and her baby.

His lips kissed her hair. “You’re pretty wonderful yourself, love. You never hesitated to run and get something for me. Hell, you even fed me and gave me something to drink here.” Egan had been amazed when she’d brought them food after Egan’s stomach growled audibly.

“You deserve a reward. I want you to name Goldie’s colt. No hurry. Think on it.”

“Oh, I’d like that. Thank you, Egan. He’s beautiful isn’t he?”

“Aye. He’s a beaut. He’s got his father’s lines and his mother’s coloring so far. And the blaze on his forehead is all his own. Ember will be proud.”

He chuckled tiredly. Earlier his only goal was to have Jessica in his bed for the night. Now he wanted a shower to clean off the dirt, sweat and birthing fluids. Closely followed by a quick collapse onto his mattress…with Jessica by his side.

“As soon as he’s up and nursing we can turn in, Jessica.”

“Mmm, okay.”

Egan glanced down. She was fighting to keep her eyes open.

“Close your eyes, love.”

“I don’t want to miss him take his first steps.” She yawned.

“I’ll wake you. No worries.” He watched her eyes slip shut and studied her face. It was a good face. She was smart, beautiful, and yet innocent in some ways. Her second foot had recently stepped completely out of childhood. It wasn’t as far behind as it was for him.

She was very alluring to him. Observing her this closely he saw a faint smattering of freckles across her nose. Her skin was pale and creamy with a faint natural blush to her cheeks. He longed to inspect every bit of her skin this closely and wondered if she blushed elsewhere.

Egan glanced up at the rustling sound in the straw. The small colt was already struggling to stand on his spindly legs as his mother finished cleaning him off. He wasn’t at all successful in his early attempts. Egan nudged Jessica gently as he became more determined.

“Wake up. He’s trying already, Jessica.” Her name rolled across his tongue.

She struggled awake and yawned. “Sorry, Egan. Oh, look at him. He’s going to be standing up soon. He’s a wonder. Oh, I like that so far for his name. Wonder.”

“It suits him. It’s your call, love. You let me know when you’ve made a final decision.”

The foal struggled to his feet and promptly fell back down. His mother nudged him and back up he went on wobbly hooves. He tried his first step and fell down again. Then on the next try he took a few successful steps and on the following attempts a few more.

Jessica hugged tightly around Egan’s chest with excitement.

“Isn’t he wonderful, Egan? He’s beautiful and smart and perfect.” She ran out of breath and took a deep one as Egan chuckled.

“That he is.” He held her close. “Sorry the evening hasn’t turned out as we planned, Jessica.” Egan kissed her softly.

“It was a fantastic evening, Egan. And I spent it with you. Eventually something won’t stand in our way.” She smiled up at him with her blue eyes sparkling.

Egan’s lips found hers again. Another soft gentle kiss. They simply were too tired to do more.

The colt, currently known as Wonder, snorted and tried to run across the stall. They both laughed. He stopped and stared at them and suddenly ran for the opposite side. His legs were getting surer on each attempt he made.

Finally his mother Goldie snickered gently and he came to her. After several maternal nudges she had him positioned to drink his first mother’s milk. Soon he was sucking away strongly on her teat.

When he took a break there was milk all around his muzzle.

“I think that’s our cue, love.” Egan eased himself to his feet with a tired groan and Jessica followed.

They walked slowly toward his cabin; each supporting the other in their fatigue. They showered together; gently washing and caressing, but without the energy for anything more.

Finally they fell into his bed together clean, naked and completely exhausted. Both were quickly asleep after Egan pulled the sheet over them, but not before their bodies were entwined together.