**Chapter 17: The First Time**

The air was electric with tension as Christian led Michelle to the small pavilion in the center of the gardens. The candles and flowers that surrounded the pool seemed to flicker and dance in the fading light of day, casting a sensual glow over the scene. Michelle felt her heart pounding in her chest, her senses on high alert as Christian's eyes locked onto hers. As they stood before the pool, Christian's gaze seemed to bore into her soul, searching for something. Michelle felt a shiver run down her spine as he reached out and gently brushed a strand of hair from her face. His touch sent a spark of electricity through her body, and she knew that she was ready for this. Christian's eyes seemed to gleam with anticipation as he pulled her closer, his lips inches from hers. Michelle felt her breath catch in her throat as she waited for the kiss, her body trembling with anticipation. But Christian didn't kiss her. Instead, he simply looked at her, his eyes burning with desire. Michelle felt her own desire surge in response, her body aching for his touch. Without a word, Christian pulled her into the pavilion, leading her to the edge of the pool. The water lapped gently against the stone, creating a soothing melody that seemed to match the beat of Michelle's heart. Christian turned to her, his eyes locked onto hers. "I want you," he said, his voice low and husky. "I want you now." Michelle felt a shiver run down her spine as Christian's words washed over her. She knew that she was ready for this, that she had been ready for a long time. Without another word, Christian pulled her into his arms, his lips crashing down on hers. The kiss was intense, passionate, and all-consuming. Michelle felt herself getting lost in it, her body responding to Christian's touch in ways she never thought possible. As they kissed, Christian's hands roamed over her body, touching and teasing her. Michelle felt her desire surge, her body aching for more. She reached out, her hands pulling Christian's shirt from his pants, her fingers tracing the muscles of his chest. Christian groaned, his lips leaving hers as he pulled her closer. "I want to see you," he said, his voice low and husky. "I want to see all of you." Michelle nodded, her heart pounding in her chest. Christian's hands pulled her dress over her head, revealing her lace bra and panties. He groaned, his eyes locked onto hers as he reached out and unclasped her bra. The fabric fell away, revealing her breasts. Christian's eyes seemed to gleam with pleasure as he reached out and touched her, his fingers tracing the curves of her skin. Michelle felt a shiver run down her spine as Christian's touch sent sparks of electricity through her body. She knew that she was ready for this, that she was ready to give herself to him. Without another word, Christian pulled her into his arms, his lips crashing down on hers as he led her to the pool. The water was warm, enveloping them in its gentle caress. As they stood there, Christian's hands roamed over her body, touching and teasing her. Michelle felt her desire surge, her body aching for more. She reached out, her hands pulling Christian's pants from his hips, her fingers tracing the muscles of his thighs. Christian groaned, his lips leaving hers as he pulled her closer. "I want you now," he said, his voice low and husky. Michelle nodded, her heart pounding in her chest. Christian's hands pulled her panties from her hips, revealing her to him. He groaned, his eyes locked onto hers as he reached out and pulled her into his arms. The moment was intense, passionate, and all-consuming. Michelle felt herself getting lost in it, her body responding to Christian's touch in ways she never thought possible. As they came together, Michelle felt a rush of pleasure, a sense of release that she had never experienced before. She knew that she was his, that she would do anything for him. And as they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, Michelle knew that she would never be the same again. She was bound to Christian, bound by her desire for him. The world around them melted away, leaving only the two of them, lost in their passion and their desire for each other. And as they stood there, Michelle knew that she would never be free again.