Chapter 2: Building Tension
Danielle was the first to stir in the morning. I was half-awake but could sense she was waking up as she cuddled in closer. I pretended to be fully asleep as I still wasn't really sure what to do.
I didn't have to wait for too long though - I heard her sigh and then start to get out of the bed. I couldn't help myself and peeked at her ass as she headed towards the bathroom.
It would be an understatement to say she had a nice ass. It was firm, curvy and just right, not to mention she had the tiniest black thong on that did not cover much.
I quickly closed my eyes before she could catch me staring, and pretended to still be asleep as I listened to her doing her morning routine.
I heard the sound of water running, and then a few minutes later, the bathroom door opened. I heard her ruffle through her bag for presumably pants, and after I few more moments I heard the door open and close.
I let out a sigh of relief and took a moment to gather my thoughts. My body was still tingling from the feeling of Danielle's body pressed against mine, and I couldn't shake off the thoughts of what could have happened if I had woken up. I shook my head and tried to push those thoughts away. It was wrong to think about my cousin that way.
I laid in bed for another 20 minutes to make sure it didn't seem like I was following her. I then went to the bathroom and got dressed quickly. I went upstairs to find most of the family in the kitchen. I could smell the coffee brewing and I rubbed my eyes as I adjusted to the sun.
I greeted everyone as I made my way over to the coffee maker. Danielle was busy in the kitchen, sipping her own cup of coffee and chatting with her mom. I took a deep breath and poured myself a cup.
As I turned around, I accidentally spilled some of my coffee on my shirt. “Oh great,” I muttered, grabbing some napkins to clean it up. Danielle must have heard me because she turned around and immediately started laughing.
“What’s so funny?” I asked, my eyes narrowing.
Danielle's laughter subsided as she turned towards me, still chuckling softly.
“Oh, Colton, it's just that you always have been so uptight,” she said playfully. I couldn’t help but blush at the compliment. She walked over to me and gently patted the spill on my shirt, saying, “Don’t worry about it. Here, let me help you clean up.”
As I passed her the coffee cup, she leaned in closer to me, her eyes sparkling.
"Why don't we spend the day together at that beach we found last time? Just the two of us," she whispered, her warm breath brushing against my ear. "Might be nice to take a break from the kids." She gestured to our other cousins.
"Sure, that sounds like fun," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady. Not sure if she wanted me alone for any other reason.
I had never felt this way about Danielle before, and now the idea of spending the day alone with her at the secluded beach was both exciting and nerve-wracking.
"Great," she beamed at me, her eyes shining with excitement. "We can leave later in the morning. Let's hang around here for a bit."
The sun had risen, casting its golden rays over the lake. The morning air was crisp and cool, and the world seemed to be slowly waking up from its slumber. The morning felt like another ordinary one at the cabin.
It was around eleven when Danielle and I decided it was time to gather our belongings and make our way to the beach. The day was growing warmer, and the thought of the cool, refreshing waves was becoming increasingly enticing. Danielle had already returned from the basement, and I couldn't help but notice that she was wearing a beach wrap. It was a turquoise piece that covered her body well - but I couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.
We packed up a variety of drinks and snacks, ensuring that we had enough to spend the day on the beach. I slung the heavy backpack on back and, after some quick goodbyes we headed down the forest trail to the beach.
I couldn't help but feel nervous about spending the day alone with Danielle. Part of me was excited about the prospect, but another part of me was worried about what had happened so far. I shook my head, trying to clear my thoughts. I couldn't let myself think like that.
We reached the beach and I was immediately struck by its beauty. We had stumbled upon this beach when exploring the woods with some friends a few years ago. The sand was soft and white, and the water was clear and calm. There were a few rock outcroppings, and the trees on the shore cast a welcome shade over parts of the beach.
We made our way down to the water's edge and Danielle quickly discarded the beach wrap - revealing a a skimpy pink bikini that did not leave much to the imagination. Her boobs threatened to pop out of the tiny top that tied around her neck. And let's just say the bottoms were small enough that I could tell she had shaved recently.
She must have caught me looking, because she gave me a seductive smile before turning her back to me to lay out her towel. And I must admit my jaw dropped. I mean I had already seen her ass in a thong but this thing was even tinier. Barely more than a g-string I had a fairly unobstructed view of my cousins curvy ass.
I couldn't tell if Danielle was playing with me or what her angle was - but this day was going to be more difficult than I thought.
"Do you like my swim suit," she then ask as she spun back around towards me. "I'm glad we went off alone because I don't think I could wear this around the family." She laughed.
I tried to ignore the feeling of heat rising to my face and focus on the conversation. "Uhh...yea... it looks great," I tried to be nonchalant. I wasn' t about to tell my cousin how nice it accentuated her tits and ass. "It suits you."
Danielle smiled at me, her eyes gleaming with amusement. "Thanks, Colton. You're always so sweet, even when you're blushing."
I couldn't help but roll my eyes at her teasing.
I was determined not to let her get to me, no matter how much she tried to flirt with me. I laid out my own towel next to hers and started to apply sunscreen on my arms.
"Let me do that for you," Danielle offered, leaning over me and grabbing the bottle from my hands. "You'll miss a spot otherwise."
I closed my eyes and let out a small sigh as she rubbed the lotion on my shoulders.
"You're probably going to burn, Colton," Danielle said with a laugh as she continued to apply the sunscreen on my back. "You're so pale."
"Hey, I can't help it," I protested feebly, opening my eyes to look at her. She had a playful smile on her face, and I couldn't help but feel my heart rate pick up.
I tried to act casual, but it was difficult. She kept her hands on my back, rubbing the sunscreen into me. Her fingers brush against my skin, sending another wave of electricity coursing through me.
"I don't burn easily," I said, trying to deflect the moment as much as possible.
"That may be true," she said, "but it's always better to be safe. You don't want to end up looking like a lobster."
She gave me a wink as she stood up, bringing the sunscreen bottle with her.
I couldn't help but feel a blush spread across my cheeks as I watched her lean over me again, this time applying the sunscreen on my chest and abs.
As she reached for my lower half, my heart raced and I felt a sudden flush of heat in my groin. I cut in, "That should be enough for me," I managed to say, desperate to redirect the situation.
She looked up at me, her blue eyes sparkling with amusement and a hint of mischief.
"Sure thing, Colton," she said, her voice low and soft.
I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease as she stood up and sat down on her towel, her eyes never leaving mine.
I tried to shake off the feeling and focus on the conversation. We chatted lazily about our college experiences, our classes, and the usual things that cousins would talk about when they haven't seen each other for a while.
But I couldn't deny the undercurrent of tension between us.
"Hey Colton, can you help me put sunscreen on my back?" Danielle asked me after a few minutes. I was expecting this at some point but I was still a little nervous to touch her.
"Uh, sure," I stuttered, trying to keep my cool. I took the sunscreen bottle from her hands and squirted some lotion into my palms. I hesitated for a moment before gently rubbing it onto her back. Her skin was soft and warm, and I couldn't help but feel a sudden jolt of electricity as I touched her.
Danielle let out a soft sigh as I continued to apply the sunscreen on her back.
"Thanks, Colton," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper.
I continued to rub the sunscreen on her back, trying to keep my breathing steady. I could feel the warmth of her skin beneath my fingers, and I couldn't help but feel my thoughts wandering inappropriately again.
After a few minutes, I pulled my hands away and cleared my throat.
"I think that should do it," I said, trying to sound as normal as possible.
"Don't forget to put sunscreen on my legs," she said, turning her head to face me. "I don't want to end up with an uneven tan."
I couldn't help but feel a blush spread across my cheeks as she said this. I tried to act as casually as possible as I squirted some more lotion into my hands. I knelt down behind of her, trying to ignore the fact that I was now at eye level with her ass.
"You're always so thorough." She teased me as I started rubbing her legs.
I tried to focus on the task at hand, but I couldn't stop myself from taking in every inch of her exposed skin. I gently rubbed the lotion onto her legs, starting from her ankles and working my way up to her thighs.
The heat from the sun and the warmth of Danielle's skin made me feel lightheaded and my heart was beating fast. My fingers suddenly felt clumsy as I accidentally brushed further on her ass than I had meant to go.
"Oh, sorry," I muttered, quickly pulling my hand away.
Danielle chuckled. "It's okay, Colton," she said, turning her head to face me. again "I don't mind if you want to keep going."
I felt a sudden jolt of electricity at her words, and I couldn't help but feel my heart rate quicken. I looked up at her, my eyes meeting hers, and I could see the desire shining in them. She was telling me to rub her butt.
"Are you sure?" I asked, my voice unsteady.
Danielle nodded, her lips curving into a seductive smile. "Yes, I'm sure," she said. "I don't want to burn my butt."
I couldn't believe what was happening. She could have put lotion on her own ass if she didn't want me to touch her.
I never thought that I would be in this situation with my cousin, but I couldn't deny I wanted too touch her butt. I took a deep breath and tentatively reached out to touch her again, this time with more intention. Danielle let out a soft moan as I gently massaged her upper legs, her body relaxing under my touch.
I continued to rub sunscreen on her legs, my hands slowly working their way up to her inner thighs. I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement as I felt her skin beneath my fingers.
I could sense that she wanted me to go further, and I couldn't deny my own desires. I let my hands wander up to her ass, rubbing the sunscreen into her skin.
Danielle let out a whimper as I massaged her cheeks, her body squirming a little under my touch. I could feel my own body reacting to the situation, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt for what was happening.
Danielle was my cousin, and my attraction to her should have been nothing more than a short-lived crush. But as I continued to rub my hands over her butt, I couldn't shake off the desire to further. I need to get control over this situation before it goes too far.
"Okay, I think that's enough for now," I said, my voice shaky. I slowly pulled my hands away from Danielle, trying to control my breathing.
"Thank Colton," she simply replied. "Pass the me the sunscreen please," she calmly added as she flipped over and sat up.
Thankfully she didn't ask me to do her front like she did for me. However, watching her lotion her chest wasn't much easier to handle.
I felt my eyes drawn to the way her breasts swayed as she moved her arms. I tried to avert my gaze, but it felt impossible.
Danielle's breasts swayed as she moved her arms, and I couldn't help but feel my body reacting to the sight. I watched as she carefully applied the lotion to her chest, taking her time to ensure every inch was covered.
Danielle must have noticed that I was watching her, because she gave me a playful smile as she finished applying the lotion.
"Caught you staring, Colton?" she said, her voice playful.
I blushed at her words, feeling my face grow hot.
"I was just... making sure you weren't burning," I stammered, trying to come up with an excuse.
Danielle raised an eyebrow at me, but didn't press the issue.
"Well, I suppose if you're done checking out my chest we can start tanning," she teased me said, sitting back down on her towel.
I quickly wound up my thoughts and cleared my throat, pretending to have been distracted by something else. "Right, right," I said, feigning casualness. "You were saying about the party tomorrow?"
Danielle gave me a knowing smile, "Yeah, a few of our friends are planning a little gathering at their parents cabin tomorrow - think the parents stayed in the city."
I thought it would be fun if we joined them," Danielle said, her voice full of excitement.
I nodded, feeling a mix of nerves and anticipation at the idea of spending the evening with Danielle in a more social setting.
"Sure, that sounds fun," I replied, trying to sound as casual as possible.
Danielle smiled at me, pleased that I had agreed. We spent the rest of the afternoon enjoying the sun and the sound of the waves, occasionally chatting about our college experiences and our families.