I had thought of myself as an exhibitionist for the past few years, and had proven it to myself by sharing some very private and personal photographs of myself with a select group of women who I knew would enjoy them. More recently, I had started taking video of me pleasuring myself; these were seen by a much smaller and appreciative group, and February was always the first member of my audience.
She had told me they were very entertaining, and that she found them much more exciting than the pictures and videos she could find of random strangers on the Internet, because she knew me and appreciated our strong mutual attraction. I was always worried that she would be bored by them - they really do become quite repetitive after a few minutes, as you might imagine, but she found them endlessly enjoyable, and as she left my car after the last two I had shown her (a pair of two-minute episodes in the continuing celebration of my masculinity), she told me was very wet. The smile on her face did not belie her statement.
She had also called me a tease. This is because I have two rules in my photography and my movies: first, my face is never seen - it is an act of trust for others to believe it is me, but I know, so I find it very exciting. The second rule was the one she found frustrating, even annoying: I never finish the act on camera. She felt a little bit cheated to see me take things to the point where she knew I was seconds away if I continued, but then stop, cold, and, as often as not, stop the recording as well since I knew there was nothing more I could show without carrying it too far.
I told her, the first time she mentioned it, that I was happy for her to see that happen, but it would have to be in a private live show just for her; I was not going to do it on camera, ever. I also pointed out that she was in an elite group already. Of all the women I had shared the photographic and cinematic side of myself with, there were only two whom I thought I would be comfortable having watch me in person.
My next words had been, "The offer is there if you ever want to take me up on it. At least think about it, even if you have to say no now."
That had been at least eighteen months ago. I had reminded her once or twice, and then decided it just wasn't a part of the kind of friendship she wanted with me. I could accept that, since I enjoyed her company so much and found it exciting just to be near her and talk with her, so I had not pushed the matter by mentioning it again.
We had met for coffee near her apartment downtown. I had even left work early. In fact, before driving to meet her, I had gone home, showered, and shaved both above and below (just in case!). I was clean from top to bottom, and ready for everything. I had expected that "everything" would be a cup of coffee and hug, and a chaste kiss on the cheek or two, but she seemed to be in a more playful mood than usual. As before, I offered to let her view my most recent opus on my camera. I really appreciated the way she didn't presume I would have anything I might want to show her, but was always pleased when I told her I did. We huddled together in a private corner of the coffee shop, she watching me, rapt, on the small screen, while I watched her face, equally rapt, in person.
Her breathing was shallow and fast; her excitement was almost palpable, and I found it contagious. I was thrilled she was enjoying this so much, both because I was clearly giving her so much pleasure, and because I took so much enjoyment in sharing myself with her this way.
Then, a little to soon for both of our liking, the show was over. It had lasted about three minutes - this it had been all I could manage. I had made it just before leaving to see her, and one reason I didn't want to finish things off, even off-camera, was because I wanted to fully enjoy the feelings she inspired in me.
She turned and looked at me. I could tell her pulse was still a little faster than usual. I leaned in and whispered very gently in her ear.
"It was good for me. Was it good for you?"
It was all I could do to not lick her ear before pulling away, but I knew that kind of presumption would kill the moment, and possibly our friendship.
She turned her head and looked at me.
"Is that the only one you have today?"
Some days, when I have more time to prepare, I bring two or three for her.
"Unfortunately, I've been a little busy lately. Sorry!"
It was true.
"But maybe we could ad lib something..."
I let my voice trail off. It didn't take long for this to sink in.
"Like what?"
She sounded innocent, but I knew she was thinking as fast as I was.
"Why don't we go and talk about this somewhere more private, like your place?"
I think she would normally have said 'no,' but she had been hooked by the video I'd shown her, and was in the right mood to follow through. She knew my respect for her was absolute, and that she would be completely safe alone with me. But she didn't say yes, either. Not just yet. She was still in control of herself, and she wanted me to know it.
"And what, exactly, would we do at my place?"
I smiled. I hoped it was a devilish, sexy smile. I whispered my response.
"I could give you a live show."
She inhaled, deeply.
"You know you want to see it in person."
I paused, but had to press my case.
"You'll be able to see me, hear me, even smell me."
She knew the scent I was talking about. I had been looking in her eyes the whole time. Her eyes are lovely: mysterious, knowing, and wise. I could tell she was wavering.
"You'll also be giving me one of the biggest thrills of my life."
"Really?" This surprised her. I could tell she wanted to believe me, but her innate cynicism needed something more.
"Think about it. You know it's no secret that I'm think you're a very exciting woman and I am extremely attracted to you. That's the only reason you've ever seen any of the pictures and videos I've shown you."
"I'm not sure."
It was a fair answer, but it wasn't a 'no', even if it wasn't a yes either. I leaned over to whisper to her.
"Let me tell you a secret I haven't told you. Since the last time we met, three months ago now, I've imagined you're watching me every time I do it. Sometimes you're telling me to slow down, sometimes to speed up, and sometimes you just watch quietly. And believe me, Miss, I masturbate an awful lot."
She straightened her back. I could tell from her body language she'd made a decision.
"Alright, let's go."
I didn't dare to even seem to hesitate, but I didn't want to seem overeager either. I knew she wanted me to be cool. I stood up as she did, and walked beside her to the door. I opened the door for her, the perfect gentleman, and walked beside her through the now-building rush hour crowds. She lived quite close. It took about five minutes, which seemed like both an eternity and the blink of an eye. She opened the door to her building, and let me through the lobby, into the elevator, and up to her apartment. Then we were inside.
I took off my shoes - force of habit, mostly, but I also knew I would be taking them off soon anyway.
She spoke first.
"Here we are."
"Indeed we are. Are you ready?"
I didn't wait for an answer. I knew I was ready. In fact, I was hard as a rock, and could tell I was already quite wet.
"Where do you want me? Sofa? Bed? Standing? Lying? Sitting? It's all good to me. What would you like to see most? What is my starting position?"
"Let me think a bit while you take off your clothes."