Chapter 21

Contains spoilers

Overview

Wilder secretly calls Mika and learns Scottie was excited by their earlier kiss despite pretending otherwise. Encouraged by Mika to pursue Scottie, Wilder confronts Scottie and initiates a private, consensual escalation that leads them back to the cabin. The chapter culminated in explicit mutual intimacy where Scottie gains confidence and they have sex, deepening their connection.

Summary

Wilder asks the camp receptionist for a pay-phone quarter and calls Mika. Mika, uncharacteristically upbeat, reveals that Denise told him Scottie called to gush about kissing Wilder and admitted being very attracted. Wilder, who felt brushed off by Scottie earlier, is relieved and frustrated to learn the kiss did affect her. Mika urges Wilder to give Scottie a great experience and suggests Scottie is a once-in-a-lifetime woman; Wilder admits strong attraction but worries about post-camp complications and relationships in general.

Resolving to act, Wilder returns to Scottie, takes her for a walk by the lake, and presses her against a tree to invite a kiss without the pretense of camp exercises. He teases her with touch, trying to get her to initiate, but when she holds back he leads her to their cabin. Inside, Wilder undresses and asks Scottie to strip; when she hesitates, he invites her to undress him instead, coaxing her to admit her curiosity about his genital piercings.

Scottie lowers Wilder’s jeans and briefs, sees his four-piercing “magic cross,” and, at his renewed request, strips to matching floral lingerie before removing her bra. Wilder praises her body, plays with and sucks her nipples, and then removes her underwear to go down on her despite her insecurity stemming from Matt. He reassures, “I’m not Matt,” and performs oral sex until Scottie climaxes, encouraging her to be louder and communicate what she wants.

Afterward, Scottie confidently asks to touch Wilder; she explores his chest and piercings, then gives him oral sex and ball play, bringing him close. Wilder asks for intercourse, and Scottie straddles him, first grinding and then slowly taking him inside, remarking on how full she feels. He lets her set the pace as she rides him and plays with her breasts, expressing how strongly she is attracted to him and that their kiss made her know she needed more.

Overcome, Wilder flips Scottie onto her back and thrusts harder, lightly gripping the base of her neck as she wraps her legs around him. Scottie climaxes during penetration, and Wilder follows, ejaculating inside her. They share affectionate kisses after, with Wilder internally committing to ensuring Scottie feels deeply satisfied and more confident going forward.

Who Appears

  • Wilder
    posing as Scottie’s husband; calls Mika, confirms Scottie’s interest, initiates a private encounter, performs oral sex, and has sex with Scottie; resolves to prioritize her pleasure and confidence.
  • Scottie Price
    Butter Putter editor posing as Wilder’s wife; secretly thrilled by their kiss, initially guards her feelings, then engages in and enjoys escalating intimacy with Wilder, communicates desires, and gains confidence.
  • Mika
    Wilder’s brother and Scottie’s friend; encourages Wilder by sharing Scottie’s excitement and endorsing pursuing her.
  • Denise
    Scottie’s friend; off-page, relays Scottie’s feelings to Mika.
  • Sanders Martin
    marriage counselor; has a brief, nonverbal exchange with Wilder granting implicit permission for the couple to leave the event.
  • Receptionist
    camp staff; provides Wilder a quarter for the phone call.
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