Jaded

Chapter 3

That night, Kung Lao tossed and turned in bed as he couldn't sleep. All the monk could think about was Jade, her beautiful face, bright green eyes, and sweet smile. She was everything Kung Lao wanted, and he made a vow to himself to never give up until Jade was his.

The monk sat-up from bed and walked over to his window to stare up at the moon. It was especially large and beautiful tonight, making Kung Lao sigh as it once again reminded him about Jade.

"One day… I'll have you in my arms, Jade. I will be the one to wipe away your tears, make you laugh when you are sad, and be there to love you when you are lonely…" the monk wished upon the stars.

Far from Kung Lao, Jade sat-up from her bed, as she couldn't sleep either. Many thoughts and emotions raced through the Edenian's mind, and there was absolutely no way she would be getting her beauty rest.

Her thoughts mainly consisted of Smoke, but also about Kung Lao for some strange reason.

Jade definitely picked up on small signals from the monk suggesting that he was interested, but somehow it felt more powerful than just some little crush.

While starting new and exciting friendships would absolutely help the Edenian move-on in her life, she wasn't exactly ready to take even baby steps towards dating or building relationships.

I hope Kung Lao doesn't try anything, I would hate to break his heart… he is just too sweet. However he should be able understand that I am just not ready yet, and I may never will be…

Jade sighed inwardly before climbing out of her big, lonely bed, and walking over to her window to do exactly what Kung Lao was doing. The Edenian's bright green eyes shot up at the moon, taking in the marvellous wonder and beauty it possessed. It was really big this evening, and it seemed as though the moon was displayed just for her. She thought more about Smoke, and wished that where ever Tomas was, that he was doing much better for himself.

Although the former couple had ended their lengthy relationship on rocky terms, Jade would never wish ill-will on a man she had loved so much.

Jade also thought about Kung Lao again, and silently wished that the monk would find a good woman that will one day make him happy. He deserved it after all, being a good man who knows how to treat others with kindness and respect.

The Edenian took a deep breath before blowing it out slowly, realizing that she was not going to be getting an ounce of sleep tonight. She decided to make her way downstairs to pour herself a cup of tea, when a sudden rap on the door startled her.

Knock, knock, knock!

At this hour? Who could that possibly be? Jade thought, tip-toeing slowly to the back of the front door before peering out through the peephole. Her heart rate jumped from sixty to a hundred and sixty in less than a second after seeing who it was.

No way. It was Smoke, and judging by the look on his face, it seemed that whatever reason he was at her place at this time of the night had to be urgent What in the Elder God's names is he doing here? the Edenian thought, slowly unlocking the door.

Jade didn't know what Smoke was going to say to her, or what she would say to him, as it had been so long since they have last seen or spoken to each other. Here goes nothing…

The Edenian cracked the door open a little, just enough to poke her head out the door.

"Smoke? What are you doing here?" she asked.

"Jade, I apologize for coming to you like this, and unannounced, but I just had to come see you again. My mind has been in a constant state of unrest since we separated… I need to talk to you…" Tomas requested.

"About what, Smoke? The last words you said to me where: 'I think it would be best if we did not cross paths for a while…' Does that sound right, Tomas?" Jade shot.

"Yes. I know. I admit I was such a fool to have said that to you. I take it back. I just need to speak with you Jade. Just give me another chance…"

Jade hesitated. In front of Smoke's face, the Edenian put up a false front, pretending like she was only considering giving Tomas the time of day, when deep down, she felt extremely lonely on this night, needing someone to talk to herself.

And there was no one else she would rather speak to, then the root cause of her loneliness.

"Alright. You have five, maybe ten minutes at the most. Say what you need to say then leave. Understood?" Jade said, opening the door and allowing Smoke inside.

Tomas walked in with his head slightly bent down, as if he were shy to return to the place he used to call home with her. The Enenra then made his way into the nearby kitchen, before turning around to face his former lover who was shutting the door.

The second the door closed and Jade turned to face Smoke, he was suddenly in front of her face in a flash, up close and very personal.

"Smoke, what the-" the Edenian started to say, before she was cut-off by a very forward, and passionate kiss from her ex-lover. Tomas then firmly wrapped his arms around Jade, squeezing her closer to him. Although Jade had trained herself to become strong and carefree, it only took the tender touch of her former love to make her feel weak and dizzy again. She had missed the affection, as it had always felt so good.

Although she didn't want it to end, Jade somehow found the strength to push him off her.

"Smoke, what are you doing? You just cannot show up to my place in the middle of the night and expect me to fall for this!"

"I'm sorry Jade, I couldn't help myself and I have missed you terribly. I need you back." Tomas said, making the move to put his arms around her again. She backed away.

"Tomas! I mean, come on. This behaviour is unacceptable and dishonourable! Do you really expect me to allow you to just take advantage of me?"

"I have never have, and I never will take advantage of you Jade. I have always loved you, and will never stop loving you. Any time I have ever showed you affection was real and from my heart, and because I loved you. I have always craved every inch of you, every second, of every day. If you truly believe that all I have just told you is a lie, I will leave. Do you want me to leave?" Smoke asked, staring hard and deep into Jade's green eyes.

Aw, damn it! Why did he have to come here and do this? Jade thought. Of all the nights in existence, Tomas Vrbada just had to show up in the middle of the night, looking extremely attractive and wanting her bad. It was even worse that the sultry Edenian hadn't gotten any in a while, and was extremely hot, heavy, and horny herself. Oh screw it!

"No… I don't want you to leave." Jade said, before rushing into Smoke's arms and assaulting him passionately with violent kisses. The Edenian got more aggressive as she shoved her ex-lover against the kitchen counter, leaning into Tomas hard as their mouths pressed together. Smoke then grabbed Jade's buttocks before lifting her up, and rotating, to place her on the counter top. The Enenra then brushed away all the clutter - causing all of it to fall off the tabletop - before laying the Edenian on her back.

Jade quickly began to tug away at Smoke's clothing as he crawled on top of her, unbuttoning his pants, while he rushed to fully remove them.

Smoke began taking Jade's clothes off in return, fully revealing her sensational body after just a few short moments.

The ex-lovers passionately took each other down memory lane, by making love to each other the way they used to, only this time it was forbidden. It seemed that the fact that they were no longer bound to one another and were engaging in such an intimate activity, made things all the more steamy.

Kung Lao definitely has it work cut-out for him, as he plans on being the man in Jade's future.