Chapter 9

After the excitement of the night before, we slept late. It was our last full day at the resort, and I decided we should attend one of the educational classes. Over lunch on the terrace, I flicked through the resort's welcome pack, looking for something that would make our final day as memorable as the rest.

"Ooh, look at this one," I said, holding the booklet out to Sizwe. "Couples' Introduction to Tantra. It says it's about connection, intimacy, and prolonging pleasure."

Sizwe raised an eyebrow, his grin widening as he poured me another glass of wine. "I'm up for anything," he said. "Plus, I've always been curious about that stuff. Let's do it."

I booked us in through the resort app, and two hours later, we found ourselves in a softly lit studio. The room was serene, with cushions scattered on the floor and a faint aroma of incense wafting in the air. About ten other couples were there, dressed in their resort robes and sitting cross-legged on mats. Everyone looked relaxed yet eager.

A calm, middle-aged woman in flowing robes greeted us with a warm smile. "Welcome to your introduction to tantra. My name is Nokuthula, and I'll be your guide for this session. Tantra is about deepening connection: physical, emotional, and spiritual, while celebrating sexuality. Today, we'll explore ways to be fully present with your partner."