Adam Conant had followed his girlfriend into the kitchen of her family home, and found himself once more overwhelmed with memories of things about, and between them. He longed to ease Cassie's fears. That unfortunately, he knew would only be able to happen with time. Cassie went to fix a snack to put out for him, but Adam had other things on his mind. He walked over with his easy stride, and placed a hand on each side of her, effectively pinning her against the counter. That accomplished he leaned in and kissed her neck thoroughly. He worked his way up to her ear, and whispered, "That isn't what I am hungry for." That made Cassie turn around and she was more than a little red. She lifted her head just a little. Her eyes searched his, and she saw his love for her always present radiating from his blue-grey eyes. Cassie leaned in realizing that he needed her love, and reassurance, she kissed him softly. She felt his response as his tongue begged for entrance to her mouth. She opened it and granted him access. She allowed him to lead, and to dominate her, as they thoroughly explored each other's mouths. Slowly, she felt his hands moving down her sides, eventually they came to rest on her hips. Taking a break for air Adam pulled her even closer to him, his eyes begging for her to let him love her. Cassie nodded, and wrapped her legs around his waist. Leaning in Cassie started to kiss and nibble his ear. This led to her hearing him moan, as he carried her up the stairs and to her room. During the course of their trip Cassie had worked her way back to his mouth and then down to his jaw. She was enjoying this new power that she had over him. Cassie liked knowing that she could do this to him.

The entire trip up the stairs to Cassie's room felt like it took an eternity to Adam. He had never before in his life felt this way. No girl had been able to make him feel so vulnerable. No girl had ever been able to make him feel this needy, this weak. No girl had ever had the power to make him weak in the knees and feel like his legs were turning into jelly. It amazed him that he managed to get them both there safely. Cassie had been working wonders on him that he had never imagined. She had found places on him that he had not realized were sensitive. A throbbing in his pants let him know that she had been pleasing, in ways that he didn't know that she knew how to be.

The next thing either of them realized Adam had Cassie seated on her bed, with her legs around him, as they were taking off each other's tops. Adam thrilled at the chance to take off Cassie soft blue cashmere sweater. Feeling for the button on her jeans he went to work there, and helped her finish taking off her shoes, socks, and pants. Cassie removed his pants, and he assisted her with the rest. Adam adjusted Cassie so that she was laying completely on the bed underneath him. He kissed her neck and worked his way down and across her collar bone. He could feel the heat between them, their electrical fields merging. The gentle pull of the cord ever present between them. He could barely notice taking off her bra and he thrilled at the touch of them, and almost lost it at her moans. Then, he heard her voice, "Adam please." That breathy request was all it took. He began playing with that most sensitive part of her using his fingers. He felt her wetness, and took off her panties. That done he began to enter her, having removed his boxers. He looked in her eyes one last time. He had to make sure, "Are you sure Cassie?" Cassie nodded and he met her resistance. He relished her face in that moment, as her innocence and trust was given to him. He felt her meet him thrust for thrust after a moment, and felt her get more intense and heard her moans grow louder. Then he heard it. Cassie screamed, "Adam" as she went over the edge. That was all it took for him to go over the edge himself.

Adam had not intended for this to happen, but, a part of him could not help himself once they were alone. He looked over at the beauty next to him. When they were done he had put his sweater on her and pulled the covers over both of them having put both her panties and his boxer back on. This was the most amazing night of his life, and he knew that Cassie belonged to him in every way now.

Adam watched over Cassie as she rested, and he marveled at the beauty of what had just happened between them. He was amazed that Cassie trusted him enough to allow this to happen. As he thought about this Cassie's eyes fluttered back open. He could see just a hint of pain in her expression as she woke up in his arms. "Do you want something for the pain?" Adam knew Cassie didn't deal well with pain and that had been her first time. She nodded, and indicated a drawer in her night stand. Adam pulled out a bottle of Ibuprofran, and went to get her something to drink. He returned with two Cokes, and took two Ibuprofran out to give Cassie. Once Cassie had taken that she smiled at him, "Thank you." Adam was taken by surprise. "If anyone should be saying that it's me. Cassie, I love you. You just gave me the most important gift that woman can give. I don't even know how begin to say, thank you." Cassie smiled at him, "I think we now know the answer to what would have happened if we'd been alone again."

Cassie finally asked, "What did happen in your meeting?" Adam had known that conversation needed to happen, but once they were alone it was like his need for her took complete control. "Well…you have one more year here before college. So, the idea is that I'll take college classes locally, probably at Salem State. Then, next year I can apply as a transfer to another University. How would you feel about the University of California maybe at Northridge or Berkley?" Cassie was stunned, she could not believe that Adam would consider going to California. She looked over at her all too frequent knight in shining armor so to speak. When she saw worry in his expression she realized that he was once again waiting for her answer while she was lost in her thoughts. Cassie smiled, "Really? Are you sure that you're okay with doing that? I mean California, I would love it more than you know." She relaxed as she saw some of the anxiety leave Adam. She pulled herself up and kissed him softly on his lips relieved that they had that settled. They had a pleasant rest of the rest evening just relaxing together.

The next morning dawned early and Adam went home to get ready for school. Cassie showered and got dressed in skinny jeans and the blue cardigan with a grey tee-shirt underneath. She pulled her hair up and put it in a ballerina bun. She put on her make-up and was surprised to turn around and see Adam watching her as she finished up. "Sorry, if I startled you love. I wanted to make sure that you had enough time for breakfast so I brought you coffee and a muffin." She couldn't help but smile at him. Most guys would get lost as soon as possible after last night's events, but she could see and feel it, the bond between them was even stronger now. The silver cord hummed with even more power than before.

They went out and got into the jeep, even though Cassie was still drinking her coffee. By the time they made it to school they were 20 minutes early. Adam turned to his girlfriend his face serious, "Cassie, my love, I know that this may seem really early, but I love you more than my own life. I want you to know what you mean to me. I want everyone to know what you mean to me. I'm not asking now, but know someday I will be asking you to take my name. What I want to know now is if we can make this official, that you are mine?" Cassie smiled, he was asking her to make it official as if it wasn't already. Then she noticed that he had something in his hand. "Of course Adam, as if I could be with anyone else. I love you." Adam slipped a beautiful silver ring shaped at the top a heart being held by two hands with a crown at the top of the heart. "My father gave it to my mom, and his father gave it to his mother. Now I'm giving it to you."

The school day went by with nothing out of the ordinary occurring. That was until lunch. When they made it into the back room there was a new addition to their little group. Apparently, Susan had decided to invite the new guy, Tyler to lunch. Faye took charge of the introductions which was fine by Cassie. Faye loved being the center of attention, something that did not come comfortably or easily to Cassie. Tyler this is Nick and Deborah Armstrong. Next to them is Susan Whittier, and next to her is Sean. Next to Sean is Laurel Quincey, and Melanie Glaser. Then, my cousin, Diana Meade. Next to her is Adam Conant and his girlfriend, Cassie. The new guy nodded.

Tyler had been watching Cassie and Adam off and on during the course of the morning. He also noticed the addition of a new piece of jewelry to Cassie's outfit. He knew what that ring meant, but he also knew to pretend to be ignorant of their traditions. That ring was a part of the ancestry of the Witches of New Salem. Each family had one. It was given to the eldest male heir. Each heir in turn gave it to their chosen, the woman who would continue their line. Pretending to be ignorant he decided to test the waters as they left lunch, everyone having eaten. He approached Cassie from behind, "Cassie could we meet up for coffee sometime? I could use some help with what we've been going over in Algebra. I think you're in a different place in the curriculum than my last school." He was doing his level best to be charming to her. The full power of his almond shaped brown eyes was turned on her, and he was giving her his lady killer smile. Cassie seemed to consider the question, Adam on the other hand didn't. He was quick to speak for her, "No she can't, and she has other obligations." He tossed a look at his girlfriend that said do not contradict me right now. I'll explain later. Thankfully, Cassie didn't.

Tyler wasn't the only one who had noticed the ring on Cassie's finger. Nick Armstrong mentally slapped himself for not knowing that Conant would move quickly to seal the deal with Cassie. He had thought maybe a dose of humility was finally in the cards for Adam. It would seem they'd made it past that hurdle possibly.

A/N: In answer to the question of, "Is Tyler Yakimoto Japanese. The answer is, yes. Please Read and Review. I love it and am so glad to have your feedback.