Chapter 38: Chapter 38:- After Effects And Pampering
By the end of the session, Esther was lying on the floor, completely drained. Her entire body ached, every muscle sore from the unfamiliar movements.
Sweat glistened on her skin, her chest rising and falling heavily as she struggled to catch her breath. It was clear that her body wasn't used to such exertion—years of avoiding physical activity had left her unprepared for something this intense.
Her arms felt like jelly, and her legs refused to move. Even lifting her head seemed like a monumental task.
She turned her gaze toward Samuel, her expression a mix of exhaustion and frustration. I knelt beside her, shaking my head with a grin.
"You're done for, aren't you?" I teased, brushing a damp strand of hair away from her face.
"Completely," she said, smirking despite her exhaustion. "Are you happy now? My body feels like it's been hit by a truck. Congratulations, Samuel." she mumbled, her voice hoarse.
Samuel crouched beside her, offering a towel and a bottle of water. "It's normal," he said gently. "Your body isn't used to this kind of workout yet. It'll take time, but you'll get stronger. I promise."
She took the water, gulping it down before leaning back with a groan. "I don't know how you expect me to do this again tomorrow. Everything hurts."
He chuckled softly, brushing a strand of damp hair away from her face. "Tomorrow You won't have to push as hard as today. We'll ease into it.
Your body needs time to adjust, especially since this is your first real workout. Once your body gets accustomed to it, things will be very easy for you."
Esther frowned, clearly not convinced. "I've never been this sore in my life. Are you sure this is worth it?"
Samuel's expression softened, his hand resting lightly on her shoulder. "It's more than worth it. Once we move further, your body will start showing positive changes.
This isn't just about learning self-defense—it's about making you stronger, physically and mentally. Plus, a fit woman can give birth to a fit boy." I said teasing her
She sighed, letting his words sink in. Despite the discomfort, she could feel his genuine concern and determination. "Fine," she said quietly. "But I can't move even a bit, until this soreness ends, you're carrying me everywhere and pampering me anywhere I want."
He laughed, the sound warm and reassuring. "Deal. For now, let's get you cleaned up and resting. You've earned it."
With his help, she slowly sat up, wincing as her sore muscles protested. As she leaned on him for support, she realized that, despite the pain, she felt a small sense of accomplishment. Even if her body is very sore, she could use that as an excuse to get pampered by Samuel.
"I can't move, carry me," she said as she opened her arms telling him to carry her.
I noticed how Esther's body trembled when she tried to move. Her exhaustion and soreness were evident, and I sighed softly. Kneeling beside her, I said, "Alright, you're not going to move a muscle."
Before she could say anything, I slid one arm under her knees and the other around her back, effortlessly lifting her into a princess carry.
As I lifted her into a princess carry, she gave me an exaggerated grin. "Oh my, the infamous princess carry, I could get used to this. You're really going to do this for me till my limbs don't feel numb, right?"
I rolled my eyes. "Yeah, yeah, milk it while you can. You can't even lift your hand properly right now. Someone has to take care of you."
She laughed softly, resting her head against my chest. "Careful, Samuel. If you spoil me too much, I might never let you stop."
"Don't worry, love," I said with a teasing grin as I carried her toward the bathroom. "The more you rest, the more energy you'll have for an even harder workout tomorrow. So, rest all you can—I'll make sure to get even."
Esther shivered slightly in my arms, her eyes widening as she looked up at me. "You're enjoying this way too much," she said, her voice a mix of amusement and mock dread.
I couldn't help but chuckle as I noticed the slight goosebumps on her arms. "What's wrong? Getting chills already? Don't tell me you're scared, today was just day one, there's more to come, path to strength is a hard one"
She smirked, though I caught the faintest blush creeping onto her cheeks. "Scared? Of you? Oh please. But that evil grin of yours is definitely suspicious."
I leaned in closer, lowering my voice just enough to send another shiver racing through her. "You should be suspicious," I murmured, my tone equal parts teasing and serious. "Rest up and enjoy all the pampering tonight, because tomorrow, I'm pushing you harder than today.
I won't compromise on your strength—you need to toughen up and become even stronger. Your well-being is my priority, and I won't settle for anything less. Consider this your warning."
Her laughter echoed softly as she playfully swatted at my chest. "You're unbelievable. But fine, I'll rest… for now, I know you won't do anything to harm your mother."
I grinned, stepping into the bathroom with her still in my arms. "Of course, your body might be sore for days, but it will be only for your own good."
Once inside, I set her gently on a stool in the shower area. "Alright," I began, turning on the water and adjusting the temperature, "this might be a little painful, but I'll help you clean up."
She raised an eyebrow, her lips curving into a sly smile. "Oh, so now you're my personal butler as well? How generous of you."
I rolled my eyes, unable to hide my amusement. "Don't push your luck."
"Too late," she said, leaning back slightly, clearly enjoying herself. "Alright, let's see if you're any good at this."
I grabbed a sponge and started gently cleaning her arms and shoulders, careful not to cause her more pain. "Let me know if it hurts," I said, my tone soft.
"It's sore," she admitted, sighing as I worked on her back, "but this actually feels pretty nice. Maybe you're not so bad at this after all."
"Wow, such high praise," I shot back, smirking.
As I continued, she visibly relaxed, her teasing giving way to quiet contentment. Once she was cleaned up, I wrapped her in a fluffy towel and carried her back to the bedroom.
"You're not done being pampered yet," I said as I laid her down on the bed.
Her eyes lit up with curiosity. "Oh? What's next? Are you going to feed me grapes and fan me with palm leaves?"
"Not quite," I replied, grabbing a bottle of massage oil from the nightstand. "This will help with the soreness."
Her grin widened, though her teasing tone softened. "Wait… you're going to give me a oil massage? Samuel, is this your way of finding an excuse to touch me?"
I smirked, warming the oil in my hands. "Maybe," I said with a wink. "Or maybe I just want to make sure you're ready for tomorrow's workout. Either way, you'll find out soon enough. Now, just relax."
She stretched out on the bed, letting out a contented sigh. "This is life," she declared dramatically. "I might just pretend to be sore forever if this is what I get."
I chuckled, sitting beside her. "Nice try, but I'll know if you're faking it."
Starting with her neck and shoulders, I applied light pressure, my hands working carefully to release the tension. She flinched slightly at first but let out a soft sigh as her muscles began to loosen. "That's better," she murmured, her teasing tone replaced by genuine relief.
"You carry a lot of tension here," I said, kneading the base of her neck. "It's no wonder you're sore. Let me know if it hurts too much."
"It's not too bad," she replied, her voice softer now. "Actually… it's nice. Keep going."
Smiling, I moved down to her shoulders, making sure to work each muscle thoroughly. Her body slowly began to relax under my touch. I gently massaged her arms, working down to her hands, easing the stiffness from her fingers.
"Didn't realize how much my arms hurt," she admitted, her eyes closing as she started to unwind. "You're good at this."
"I've had practice," I said, my voice warm. "And you deserve it after today. You did great."
Next, I gently placed my hands on the upper part of her chest, carefully kneading the muscles surrounding her breasts. I made sure my movements were deliberate and respectful, focusing solely on easing the tension. Esther closed her eyes, exhaling softly.
"That's… surprisingly good," she murmured, her tone devoid of teasing now. "I didn't realize how tight everything felt until now."
I nodded, my hands working to release the knots. "The chest area holds more strain than people think, especially after intense workout. This will help with her breathing and overall relaxation."
She let out a content sigh as I continued, gradually loosening the tightness in her upper body. However, as I massaged the sensitive areas around her breasts. Her breathing quickened, and a subtle flush crept across her cheeks. Her eyes, still closed, fluttered slightly, a hint of arousal in her expression.
She started getting horny, well so did I, but we controlled ourselves, this was not the time to be doing all that.
Next, I worked on her back, my fingers pressing gently along her spine and shoulders. She winced slightly at first but soon melted into the bed. "That really helps," she whispered. "I can feel the soreness easing up."
"That's the goal," I said, moving lower to her lower back and hips. I was careful, making sure to keep the pressure even.
When I reached her legs, I started with her thighs, kneading the tight muscles with care. She tensed for a moment before letting out a relieved sigh. "I didn't realize how sore my legs were until now," she admitted.
"That's where most of the tension is from today's workout," I explained, working down to her calves and finally her feet. "But you're tougher than you give yourself credit for. You made it through the workout."
"You say that like I didn't collapse afterward," she joked weakly, though her tone was lighter now.
"Doesn't matter. You gave it your all, and that's what counts," I said, finishing with her feet before moving back up to massage her buttocks and thighs again. Her body was visibly relaxing now, the earlier tightness easing away.
As my fingers began to massage her butt cheeks, I could feel her body tense up slightly. Her breathing became rapid, and a low moan escaped her lips.
"Oh…" she whispered, her voice filled with desire. "That feels… so good."
I continued to massage her, varying the pressure and speed of my movements. With each stroke, I could feel her body responding, her hips bucking involuntarily.
"You know," I said, my voice low and seductive, "I could do this all day."
Esther's eyes widened, and a mischievous smile spread across her face. "Oh, I think I know someone who wouldn't mind that."
I leaned in and kissed her softly, my hands lingering on her body. As our lips parted, I whispered, "Let's take this to the next level."
Then and there we had a small makeout session, easing the horniness we both had developed.
"Thank you," she said softly, the teasing completely quenched by the makeout session. "I really mean it, Samuel. This feels… better. Like I can actually breathe without everything hurting."
"That's what I'm here for," I replied with a gentle smile. "You need to be ready for tomorrow, remember?"
"Ugh, don't remind me," she groaned, though there was a faint smile on her lips.
When I was done, I grabbed a soft blanket, covering her carefully before brushing her hair back from her face. "Now, rest. No excuses," I said firmly.
She smiled faintly, her eyes already drooping. "If this is the reward, I might just work out harder tomorrow."
"Good," I said with a grin. "You're stronger than you think, Esther."
I got up to bring her some food, but by the time I returned, she was already fast asleep, her breathing even and peaceful. I set the tray aside and sat by her, watching her for a moment.
The soreness might have drained her today, but I could see the determination beneath her exhaustion.
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