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Sex between them is always good. Doesn’t matter what they’re doing – slow and sweet, hard and fast – it's always good.
It’s after that – sometimes – isn't. Stede will get into his head about something, Ed will decide he doesn’t deserve this.
It’s not one of those times today. They are rare. And they make them rarer by doing this.
Stede makes his way back to the bed with the pitcher of water and two glasses on a tray.
Ed reaches out for it. “I got it, babe.” letting Stede climb back under the blankets with him.
Stede leans into Ed as Ed pours the water. “Thanks.” he’s always a little shy in the immediate afterwards.
Ed thinks it’s cute, so kisses the tip of Stede’s nose as he hands over the glass.
Stede laughs a little and snuggles in closer. “Good day?” he asks after a few sips.
“Good ending, at least.” Ed says, smugly.
“Always is.” Stede puffs up.
“Only ‘cause it’s you.”
“And you.” Stede points out.
Ed shrugs, as if to say ‘of course.’
The bask in contentment for a little longer, letting themselves feel the lassitude that comes with a good workout followed by wonderful orgasm as they finish their water. Sharing small tidbits about the day.
“Found a patch of those spring onions you like.”
“Should have a good crop of squash this year.”
“You said that last year.”
“It’s not my fault the rabbits got to the squash before we got to the rabbits.”
Laughter rings through the room, then, as Ed gets up to put the water pitcher and the glasses away. Stede is waiting for him, blanket lifted to let him in, when he gets back.
It’s easy for Ed to tuck himself into Stede’s arms, head pillowed on his shoulder, as they drift off.