From the darkened corner I watched as the truck pulled into the bay and knew you were coming. I must confess I didn't care about the rule I was shattering and longed to see you in all your glory, sweaty, soot covered and bathed in smoke ... such a tantalizing image.
Hoards of
manly men
leaped from the truck, jostling for supremacy, cracking jokes and doing what men do best. I watched as small groups headed for the stairs at the opposite end of the expansive bay and my stormy eyes flitted across each face, looking for you. You are the reason I'd risk so much.
As the last man retreated, I stepped out from behind the decommissioned truck, ears perked for any sound and my heart leaped when I heard your booted feet. I knew you well ... your sounds ... your scent ... and trusted my instincts. I casually drummed my nails against the antique paint ... click,click,click ... attempting to get your attention without making too much of a scene and was rewarded when you rounded the back end of the fire engine seeking the source of the unfamiliar noise.
I couldn't help but smile, my eyes darkening lustily with the image of you. I leaned against the wheel well, the black leather trench coat spilling over my shoulders and tied loosely at my waist, stocking legs peeking out of the bottom and feet wrapped in heels with multiple straps and glittering buckles. I waited for you to say something ... anything. I could see the surprise etched on your face. You didn't expect me ... didn't dare ... but here I was. I shifted my weight, hips swaying gently, my heart beginning to race in my chest as your eyes met mine.
You whispered, almost harshly across the space between us, "What are you doing here, Kay?"
I expected this reaction and didn't let the tone detour me from my plan. My crimson lips curled even more, taking on a sinful countenance, my ever hungry tongue slithered forth before whispering, "Surprised to see me, I see."
You strode across the space, stopping just inches away from me, your eyes locked on mine, "Yes, you could say that. You're not supposed to be here and you know it."