**Chapter 32: Moments of Solace**

As Sean's tongue explored her, Maya felt her tension melting away, replaced by a wave of pleasure that threatened to engulf her. She arched into his mouth, her body responding to his touch, and Sean could feel her getting closer and closer to orgasm. He pulled back, his eyes locked onto hers, and smiled. "Not yet," he said, his voice husky. "I want to make it last." Maya nodded, her face still flushed, and Sean could see the desire in her eyes. He stood up, his hands still holding hers, and pulled her up with him. "Let's get you out of that dress," he said, his voice low and seductive. "I want to see you in just your bra and panties." Maya smiled, a sly smile spreading across her face, and began to undress. Sean watched, his eyes locked onto hers, as she slipped off her dress and stood before him in just her lingerie. "You're so beautiful," he said, his voice full of admiration. "I love the way you make me feel." Maya's face softened, and she took a step closer to him. "I love the way you make me feel," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. Sean's eyes locked onto hers, and he could see the emotion welling up in her eyes. He pulled her close, his arms wrapping around her, and held her. "I'm here for you," he said, his voice low and soothing. "I'll always be here for you." As he held her, Maya felt a sense of peace wash over her. She knew that she still had a lot to work through, especially with Alex, but in that moment, she felt like she could face anything as long as Sean was by her side. The door to the bedroom opened, and Maddy poked her head in. "Hey, guys, sorry to interrupt, but Emily is getting ready to leave." Maya pulled back, her face flushing, and Sean smiled. "We'll be right there," he said, his voice low. Maddy nodded and closed the door, leaving Sean and Maya alone once again. Sean's eyes locked onto Maya's, and he could see the question in her eyes. "Do you want to go downstairs and say goodbye to Emily?" he asked, his voice low. Maya shook her head. "I don't think I can face her right now," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Can we just send her a text or something?" Sean nodded, his eyes never leaving hers. "We can do that," he said. "But first, I want to take care of something else." He pulled her close, his lips brushing against hers, and Maya felt her heart skip a beat. She knew that she was in trouble, that she was falling deeply in love with Sean, and she wasn't sure if she was ready for what that meant. As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, Maya knew that she had a choice to make. She could let her fears and doubts hold her back, or she could take a chance on Sean, on them, and on the future they were building together.