Sex columnist Sydney Summers shares a shocking story about accidentally breaking her friend Gary's nose during sex, yet he continued until he orgasmed before addressing the injury.
The Incident
During a doggy-style encounter, Summers threw her head back in reaction to a thrust, causing the back of her head to hit Gary's nose. She heard a thump and felt blood dripping on her back, but Gary, despite the pain, did not stop. He finished his orgasm before laughing off the injury.
Background of the Relationship
Summers and Gary had been friends for about ten years since university. They bonded over pub nights, quizzes, museum Lates, and theater. She saw him as a close friend but not a romantic partner, finding him needy and whiny. Gary later started dating Francesca, and they moved in together after six months. However, after ten months, Francesca left him for a coworker named Harold.
Transition to a Sexual Relationship
To help Gary cope with the breakup, Summers invited him over for a Lord of the Rings marathon and wine. They ended up having sex, not out of desire but to distract him from talking about Francesca. This continued for two weeks. Summers describes the sex as okay but not great, and they avoided kissing to keep things unromantic.
The Accident and Aftermath
During one particularly vigorous session, the headbutt occurred. After Gary orgasmed, Summers rushed for towels to clean his face and her back. Gary found the situation funny, saying he hadn't laughed in a while. Summers thought about her ruined sheets but helped him wash up and accompanied him to A&E by bus. She notes that the incident gave him a story about a nose break instead of heartbreak.
