We already know that we all have more than one lover here. Jeremy has gone to bed with Rachel. And so have I. And so have you, my love. And

Sarah has slept with Joshua." She shrugged, making her breasts bounce.

Jeremy had a hard time keeping his eyes focused on her face.

“And

Althea has all but said she wants to make love to all of us. Even

Sarah, who is silly enough to not find women attractive." She smiled at her prospective sister-in-law.

“Why should we be ashamed of where our desires lead?"

"I don't want you to think I'm getting tired of you," Alex began hurriedly.

“Hush.” Her voice was gently soothing, as if she was a trainer settling down a spooked horse.

“I know you're not.

"Besides," she continued, "why should it all be about you and what you want?" She shared an exasperated look with Sarah. "Men. All you worry about is how we'll react to your lordly presence. Have you ever considered the fact that yours might not be the only eyes that wander?

That we might choose to pursue other men? Not because you're not satisfying, but because spice makes the meal taste better?"

Alex twisted on the floor, turning to face Maria.

“What are you saying?"

“I'm saying, beautiful man, that if you find your sister desirable, so too do I find your sister's Lover. And there's no reason for us not to explore the delights God puts before us. Your sister is beautiful. If you want to make love to her, I see no reason why you shouldn't. And I think Jeremy is very handsome. And I am sure he is a good lover, or he and Sarah would not be so happy together." She leaned forward and stroked his cheek fondly. "You know I love you, mi lindo. And I know you love me. I have no fear that you will not come back to me.

"If you want her, go to her."

"Jeremy?" she asked. She stood, holding her hand out to him. Desire hit him like a punch to the gut, and he found his breath growing short in his chest as the Lovely Latina approached

“Sarah?” he asked her.

“If you think this is a bad idea, just say the word."

“Oh, no," she breathed. Her eyes were wide as she drank in her brother's form, sprawled carelessly on the floor, just a few feet away.

“I think this is a fucking fantastic idea. Not because I don't love you," she added, turning to face him and placing her hand on his cheek

He captured and held it there, then turned his head to kiss her palm.

“But isn't what all of this is about? Learning to love, learning to give?"

“Learning to receive love as well," Maria added. She dropped to the love seat, squeezing in beside Sarah, and gave her a gentle hug. "I know you don't share my desires, little sister," she said, her voice warm and tender.

“But I Love you. And I won't come between you and your novio."