Communing With Nature

Vin Tanner pushed through the saloon’s batwing doors heading straight for the livery. It had been a couple days since he’d tried to make contact with the spirit of that little girl and even though he was feeling better Vin still wasn’t a hundred percent. He desperately needed some time to himself. Away from the concerned eyes of the others and especially the noise of the town and its people.

After saddling his horse Vin headed for a little secluded spot he knew of a few miles out side of town. Pulling to a stop he carefully scanned the area with his eyes and when he didn’t sense any danger he allowed himself to relax just a little. Unsaddling his horse Vin let the animal roam free knowing it was only a whistle away.

This is exactly what he needed, Vin thought as he breathed in the clean crisp night air. With a sigh he took in the sight of the small stream as it sparkled in the moonlight. The full moon lit the area so there weren’t many shadows. Dropping to the ground he quickly removed his boots then striped the rest of his clothes. Hanging his clothes on a near by branch Vin then draped his guns across his saddle . . . well all but one revolver. That he would leave on the bank just in case.

Turning he watched as a mist rolled in from the mountains to quickly surround the water. And him. Instead of feeling apprehensive Vin felt even more relaxed as he stepped closer to the water. The mist almost felt like a caress as it glided across his skin. Laying the gun on the bank he gave a small shiver as he stepped into the cool water. Once Vin was far enough out he dove under. When he surfaced a few minutes later he saw that the mist now completely surrounded the stream. To anyone else it would appear spooky, but Vin welcomed the privacy he was being given.

After washing Vin floated on the water and sighed as he realized that he was feeling much better. In his relaxed state it took longer than usual for him to notice the change in the air. Standing waist deep in the water Vin carefully scanned the bank and immediately noticed someone standing there watching him. Not sensing any danger he patiently waited for the mist to lift just a little. Once it did he felt his heart skip a beat as he recognized the soldiery figure dressed in black pants and a white ruffled shirt that was opened at the throat. Looking like a pirate Vin had once seen in a book.

“Ezra,” he whispered without a sound then held out one hand in invitation. Vin held his breath as the vampire began to undress. The mist blocked his view as he took an unconscious step forward. “Ezra?” he called and was about to take another step when he heard a small splash. Vin jumped as he felt something brush against him. He gave a small gasp as Ezra suddenly appeared in front of him with a big splash.

Vin grinned and raised a hand to touch the vision in front of him only to have Ezra back away from him then disappear beneath the water. Taking a deep breath he quickly followed him. Due to the lack of light the water was dark and Vin couldn’t find Ezra. Surfacing he took several deep breaths and was about to go back under when Ezra suddenly appeared in front of him once again.

Not about to let him get away again Vin reached out, grabbed Ezra by the arm, and pulled him close. They both gasped as their flesh met for the first time. Cupping Ezra’s face in his hand he lowered his head and laid claim to those sensual lips. Lightly at first their lips touched then they feed from each other as their passions ignited.

Breaking the kiss Vin sucked in some much-needed air only to have it lodge in his throat as Ezra kissed and nipped his way across his jaw. Running his fingers through Ezra thick chestnut colored hair Vin shivered and gave no thought to the fact that Ezra was a vampire as his head fell back giving Ezra access to his neck. “Ezzzzrrraaaa,” he moaned then wrapped his legs around Ezra as he was lifted from the water and carried to shore.

Ezra carefully lowered them both a soft grassy spot then pulled back just a little so that he could get a better look at this sensual creature. With a trembling finger he traced Vin’s lips before lowing his head for another taste of heaven. Pulling back kissed his way down Vin’s neck and fought against the need to drink of the passion pulsing through Vin’s veins.

“Please, Ezra,” Vin moaned in his ear. “I . . . need you.”

That was all the incentive he needed to help him deny his instincts. Deciding to play it safe he stayed away from Vin’s neck and contented himself with kissing his way down Vin’s chest to nibble on his belly button. He was about to take him in his mouth when he felt hands in his hair pulling him up. Looking up Ezra heard Vin pant, “Next time. I need ya now.”

Ezra gave him a fierce possessive kiss then reached between them and began to prepare Vin. First one, then two, and finally three fingers were used. Raising Vin’s hips Ezra gently pushed past the muscle and eased himself inside. Once he was completely encased within his lover Ezra paused to give them both time to catch their breath or else this would be over before either of them were ready.

After placing a kiss on the inside of Vin’s knee Ezra rotated his hips then grinned as Vin gasped. They met each other thrust for thrust. Before long they were both erupting in pleasure.

Ezra started to pull out only to be stopped by Vin.

“Don’t,” Vin whispered. “Not yet.”

Ezra gave him a gentle kiss then settled on top of him and simply enjoyed the quite time. Only once he was sure that Vin was asleep did he slowly get to his feet. Gathering his clothes he dressed. He placed a kiss on Vin’s cheek then disappeared in the darkness.

Vin woke with a start and blinked up at the stars. Stars? Sitting up he looked around and wondering what happened to the mist and . . . Ezra. “Ezra?” he called out. If not for the fact that he felt totally relaxed and boneless Vin would have to wonder if it was all a dream.

With wide smile on his face Vin quickly dressed then whistled for his horse, saddled him, and hurried back to town.

Stepping into the saloon Vin paused when he saw a slightly damp Ezra stepped in the room from the back entrance. They reached the table at the same time and sat beside each other. Vin pressed his leg against Ezra’s then reached for the drink Chris poured for him.“Damn Ezra,” Buck said, “what have you been doing?”

Vin leaned back in his chair and held his glass against his lips to try to hide his grin and the heat that suddenly spread across his face. Darting a glance to his right Vin watched as a wicked twinkle suddenly appeared in those expressive green eyes before teasing those sensual lips.

“Communing with nature,” Ezra said with a very satisfied look on his face.