That woman had the most unpropitious timing, or maybe her
timing was calculated. She was unbelievably smart, no doubt. Incredibly persuasive and I would be remised
if I didn’t add manipulative. I couldn’t help but wonder if her unfavorable
timing was measured.
As I entered my home, the glow of the television unnerved me. I wasn’t one for watching television and I
definitely wouldn’t leave it on in my absence. The volume was muted, but it was
the luminescence which spilled from the screen and decorated the nearby wall
which had warned me.
I drop my bags on the floor and
removed my shoes before stepping outside the foyer. I followed the lighting and
turned the corner as I was greeted with a routine, “Hey hun.”
My uncertainty dissolved as I
replied absently, “Hey.”
Sensing my displeasure he
inquired, “Long day?”
One of the absolute longest, I mused, but I replied with a
nonchalant, “Same as always.”
Neglecting our usual greeting
which was complimented by a kiss on the cheek, I walked past him and the
television stating, “I’m going to call it a night.”
The declaration paused him and
it wasn’t until I was halfway to our bedroom when he replied, “Okay.
Goodnight.”
Entering the bedroom I began
unfastening my blouse, exposing my breast and the black bra which supported
them.
I felt stained and unclean, comparable to
person who had just committed a heinous act. Like a cop who engaged in their
first act of defiance. Or a once polished woman who exploited her body. My challenge
was not that I had aroused the interest of a coworker, but that the feeling was
reciprocal.
My crime was minimal, yet the
weight of it compelled me to cleanse my sins.
I turned the chrome knob and
water cascaded through the shower head sprout.
I continued to strip my
clothing, until I was bare and I tiptoed across the cold tiled floor and through
the thick glass shower enclosure.
The hot water scolded me, still I
turned the temperature higher. The scorching heat reassured me that I would be
thoroughly sanitized. Most importantly
the scolding water would discourage my hands from seeking pleasure. It still
throbbed, enticing me to ride the thrill of ecstasy, but I resisted because I was in control.
Stepping out of the shower I
slipped on my satin kimono. I loved the feel of the fabric on my warm skin. I
laid in bed nearly an hour, chasing the cool areas of my satin sheets with my
feet. A few times I rolled over to Mark’s side of the bed since he hadn’t yet retired for the night. The heat radiating from my body had become uncomfortable. It made
me restless, but mostly it made me desire Maria.
Oh Ms. Kelly I know EXACTLY how you feel *groans in shared anguish* Bravissima A.I. *applause* The anticipation your creating as well as the depth in your characters is amazing. Although we've only got snippets of them I feel like I know them already. Bring on the next!!! *chants next,next,next* ;)
ReplyDeleteYou have to understand how they're brought together... and even though it's only excerpts, I want you guys (and gals) to understand their dynamics. It gets intense!
ReplyDeleteOh absolutely, no doubt....mmm hmmm *nods head* I feel you. Oh lordy if it gets more intense I must prep myself ;)
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