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Barely Bold

Barely Bold

**Chapter 1: The Naked Gambit**

Lila Bennett was tired of being the shy, blushing wallflower. At nineteen, her virginity felt like a weight, her modesty a cage. She wanted to break free, to shock herself into confidence. So, when she ordered contraceptives online—her first rebellious step—she hatched a daring plan. She’d answer the door stark naked. Let the poor delivery guy stammer and stare. It’d be her little secret, a thrill to kickstart her new, bold self.

Standing in her tiny apartment, Lila shed her clothes, her heart pounding like a drum. The mirror reflected a petite frame, pale skin flushed with nerves, but her hazel eyes burned with determination. She wasn’t just some timid girl anymore. She was a woman taking control. The doorbell chimed, and she froze, a smirk tugging at her lips. Showtime.

She flung the door open, hips cocked, chin high. 'Package for me?' she purred, expecting a stranger’s shocked gasp. Instead, her breath caught. Standing there, in a crisp delivery uniform, was Ethan Reed—her childhood friend, now thirty, with a jawline sharp enough to cut glass and eyes that widened in pure, unadulterated shock.

'Lila?! What the hell—' Ethan choked, clutching the small box like it was a lifeline. His gaze darted down, then snapped back up, cheeks reddening. 'Are you insane? Put something on!'

Lila’s bravado wavered, but she forced a laugh, crossing her arms over her chest—not to hide, but to challenge. 'Why? Can’t handle a little skin, Ethan? Thought you’d seen it all by now.' Her voice dripped with defiance, though inside, panic clawed at her. What if he told her parents? They’d lock her in a convent.

Ethan rubbed the back of his neck, clearly torn between amusement and horror. 'Jesus, Lila, I’m not your damn therapist. I’m just here to drop off—' He glanced at the box, eyebrows shooting up. 'Contraceptives? You’re really going all in, huh?'

She snatched the box from his hand, her bare shoulder brushing his arm. The contact sent a jolt through her, and she saw his Adam’s apple bob. 'None of your business,' she snapped, but her smirk returned. 'Unless you’re volunteering to help me test them.'

Ethan’s laugh was low, dangerous. 'Careful, kid. You’re playing with fire. I’m not the boy you used to know.' His eyes darkened, raking over her with a heat that made her skin prickle. She should’ve felt exposed, vulnerable. Instead, she felt powerful.

'So?' she shot back, stepping closer, her voice a husky taunt. 'Show me who you are now.' Her pulse raced as she noticed the bulge straining against his uniform pants. He was hard already, and damn if that didn’t make her wet. The air between them crackled, heavy with unspoken want.

Ethan’s jaw clenched, his voice rough. 'Lila, you don’t know what you’re asking for.' But he didn’t move away. His hand twitched, like he was fighting the urge to grab her, to pull her against him and let that hard cock press into her.

She tilted her head, lips curling. 'Then teach me.' Her words hung there, an invitation, as her body hummed with a newfound, dripping desire. She could feel the heat radiating from him, could almost taste the sweat on his skin. This wasn’t just a game anymore—it was a dare, and she was ready to see how far they’d go.

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