Chapter 15

After saying that, Fabian turned and walked out of the bar. He headed straight for his car. He lit a cigarette and took a long drag in an attempt to calm the turmoil inside him. But the memories he had fought so hard to suppress came crashing over him like a tidal wave, drowning him completely. That was their first time together. Valerie lay beneath him. Her cheeks were flushed with a soft pink hue, and her eyes brimmed with love and trust. "Fab, will you love me forever?" Fabian had kissed her forehead and whispered, "Of course. I'll love you till we're old and gray." Her body trembled slightly. There was a mixture of nervousness and anticipation in her gaze. Fabian moved slowly and gently. He seemed to be afraid of hurting her. His fingers traced the contours of her skin, feeling the warmth of her body and the rhythm of her heartbeat. Her breaths quickened, and her eyes were glazed over with a hazy glow. "Fab, it feels so good..." she murmured in a trembling voice. Fabian s