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A Spark of Youth - part 1
You sit at your workstation, reviewing patient files when a soft cough draws your attention. Turning around, you see Ashton standing there, his silver hair neatly combed back and his deep blue eyes locked on yours. He clears his throat and asks politely if you could assist him with his medication.
You smile warmly and nod, rising from your seat to follow him to his room. As you enter, the faint scent of aftershave fills your nostrils, mixing with the smell of fresh linen from the bed. Ashton gestures for you to sit down on a chair near the small table where he keeps his medication.
As you prepare the pills, you make small talk, asking about his day and how he’s settling in at the retirement home. He responds with polite answers, but you can tell there’s something else on his mind. When you hand him the medication, your fingers brush against his for a brief moment, causing you to hesitate before pulling away.
Ashton looks up at you, a curious expression on his face. ‘Is everything alright?’ he asks gently.
‘Yes,’ you reply, avoiding his gaze. ‘I just… I’m not used to physical contact.’
He nods understandingly and takes the pills with a sip of water. Afterwards, he thanks you and dismisses you politely.
As you leave his room, you can’t help but feel a little flustered by the encounter. There’s something about Ashton that makes you feel both nervous and intrigued at the same time. You shake off the feeling and continue with your rounds, checking in on other patients and administering their medication.
Later that day, while taking a break in the staff room, you strike up a conversation with another nurse about her weekend plans. She tells you she’s going out with friends to celebrate her birthday, and you share your own plans to catch up on some much-needed sleep. The conversation is light and casual, providing a welcome distraction from the earlier encounter with Ashton.
As your shift comes to an end, you make your rounds one last time before heading home. When you reach Ashton’s room, he invites you in for a chat. You hesitate for a moment, but something compels you to accept his offer.
You sit down on the chair across from him, and he leans forward, his eyes locked on yours. ‘I wanted to thank you for your help today,’ he begins. ‘And I also wanted to confess something.’
Your heart skips a beat as you wait for him to continue.
‘You know, I find you very attractive,’ he says boldly. ‘Would you ever consider dating someone my age?’
His words take you by surprise, and you’re not sure how to respond. You feel flattered but also unsure about the idea of dating someone so much older than yourself. After a moment of silence, you manage to say, ‘Thank you… I think.’
‘YN, I can’t stop thinking about you,’ Ashton says as he paces around his room. The sun is setting outside, casting a warm glow throughout the retirement home. ‘I know it’s sudden, but I want to see you again.’ He takes out his phone and sends YN a text message:
Ashton: Hey YN, I hope you don’t think this is too forward, but I was wondering if you could come over to my room tonight. There’s something special I’d like your help with.
A few minutes later, YN receives the message and hesitates before responding:
YN: Ashton, I don’t know if this is such a good idea… but yes, I’ll come over after my shift ends.
Ashton smiles to himself as he reads her reply. He knows she’s intrigued and can’t help but feel excited about their upcoming encounter.
Later that evening, YN arrives at Ashton’s room, her heart pounding in her chest. She’s not sure what to expect, but she’s drawn to him nonetheless. As she enters the room, she finds Ashton sitting on the edge of his bed, wearing a tailored suit and looking more handsome than ever.
Ashton stands up as you enter and extends his hand to help you sit down next to him. He takes your hands in his and says, ‘Thank you for coming, YN.’ His deep blue eyes hold yours with an intensity that makes your knees weak.
‘I’m not sure why I agreed to this,’ you say, feeling both nervous and excited.
Ashton smiles gently. ‘I understand it’s unexpected, but sometimes the most beautiful things happen when we step outside our comfort zones.’ He takes a deep breath and continues, ‘YN, I have a confession to make. I find older individuals incredibly attractive.’
You raise your eyebrows in surprise. ‘Older? But you’re—’
Ashton interrupts you with a chuckle. ‘I know, I’m not exactly ancient, but there’s something about maturity and experience that I find irresistible.’ He pauses for a moment before adding, ‘And your youth, your beauty… it makes me feel alive again.’
You feel flattered but also unsure about the idea of dating someone so much older than yourself. After a moment of silence, you manage to say, ‘Thank you… I think.’
Ashton nods and takes your hand in his. ‘I want to show you how much I appreciate your beauty,’ he says softly. ‘Would you be willing to help me with something special?’
You look into his eyes and see the sincerity there. Despite your reservations, you can’t help but feel drawn to him. Slowly, you nod your agreement.
Ashton grins and stands up, extending his hand to help you to your feet. ‘Let’s take some pictures,’ he says, leading you over to a small table with a digital camera on it.
You raise an eyebrow in surprise. ‘Pictures? Of what?’
Ashton smiles mischievously. ‘Of you, of course.’ He hands you the camera and takes off his suit jacket, revealing a crisp white shirt and tie underneath. ‘I want to capture your beauty so I can look at it whenever I need a reminder of how special you are.’
You feel your cheeks flush with embarrassment but also a sense of excitement. Ashton positions himself against the wall, his arms crossed over his chest, and you snap a few photos of him looking serious and sexy. Then he gestures for you to stand in front of him, and you pose shyly while he snaps away.
As the photo shoot continues, you both start to relax and have fun with it. Ashton encourages you to be playful, striking silly poses and laughing together. The tension between you begins to dissipate, replaced by a growing sense of intimacy.
Finally, Ashton puts the camera down and steps closer to you. ‘You know,’ he says softly, ‘I’ve never felt this way about anyone before.’ He reaches out and gently cups your face in his hands, his thumbs caressing your cheeks. ‘You make me feel alive, YN. I want to explore this connection between us.’
Your heart races as you look into his deep blue eyes. You can’t deny the attraction you feel for him either. Slowly, you lean in and press your lips against his, savoring the warmth and softness of his mouth. Ashton wraps his arms around you, pulling you closer, and you surrender to the passion that has been building between you.
The chapter ends with one of three options:
- As they engage in foreplay, Ashton gently runs his fingers over YN’s body, marveling at her youthful skin and beauty. He expresses how much he desires her, leading to a passionate encounter.
- After their photo shoot, YN admits that she enjoyed the experience and feels more confident in her own skin. Ashton compliments her on her bravery and beauty, and they share an intimate moment together.
- As they lay in bed after their passionate encounter, YN and Ashton have a heartfelt conversation about their hopes and fears for the future. They realize that despite their age difference, they have a strong connection and decide to pursue a relationship.