In Derick’s room, he said how tried he was and was going to take a nap. He said I could just hang out, just a short nap. “You can lay down and tak... a nap too, if you want” I can still remember his words, I can still hear his voice. I nervously layed down on his bed next to him, my heart pounding. We layed there in silence, I don’t know how long, but it seemed like hours, my eyes wide open, both on our sides, back to back. Derick rolled over and at least pretending to be asleep, threw his arm. Why? Why? Why? Thinking like that always caused you many headaches, instead of worrying; you decide to enjoy your last 12 hours alive. What was to come in death, you did not know. Were you scared? Yes. Was your fear going to stop you from enjoying your last hours? No way. You move out of your bed. You stretch your arms wide. You yawn, putting your body at ease. You brush your teeth like you would everyday, just because you are going to die soon, doesn’t mean that you are going to stay home and. I wanted him so bad at that moment. He took me in his strong arms and held me close. He smelled wonderful, a mixture of male musk and bath soap. He gently kissed me on the lips and ran his fingers through my hair. I ran my hands through his chest hair, played with his nipples, and just explored the sensation of his body: the feel of his muscles, his back, his smooth round butt. There was no rush or hurry; I knew he would be a gentle lover and was glad of that, being my first time with a man. . When one is living from coin to mouth, plans for a spaceport/mining hub being drafted up, with the promise of jobs and a better life was something far more palatable. Enough that it seemed the whole planet was suddenly abuzz!"The scene again moved to the tavern, now three times busier any previous image of the place. Ryoko couldn't resist smiling, watching Ena lithely dart in and out of the tables with the other barmaids."None of which of course meant bilge to me!" Ena resumed. "I had just.