This story contains characters from other stories but is intended as stand alone.
All comments and feedback are gratefully received as I'm hoping the feedback will encourage improvements in my work. This is a work of fiction from the deep dank recesses of my mind and any resemblance to real people is purely accidental.
This story depicts sex between consenting adults, if this not to your liking, please visit some of my other submissions, otherwise I hope you enjoy.
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Lily breezed past Mark's desk with her daily cheery "Good Morning, how are you this morning?" This morning was one of the few times she turned as she headed to her desk. It was rare for her not to catch Mark staring at her receding ass.
Lily was tall, slim and always dressed very chic. She didn't need to spend a fortune to achieve the look, she just had an eye for what worked, and her slim shape ensured she had the pick of the couture available on the auction or pre-owned sites. The single Mum of two wore her raven hair in a variety of styles, again it was achieved on a budget as she had friends who were always after models to model new styles, but she sometimes volunteered to be a model for new saloons that were being set up in her area. Mark just about composed himself to return the greeting "And good morning to you" as he bowed his head slightly.
Having a man like Mark stare at her arse was very flattering. She had long ago settled into the life of a single mum. She could focus on her boys without the emotional baggage that came with a permanent man -- she always seemed to pick the wrong type anyway and so what was the point of trying. Occasionally she would hook up with a bloke for some non-complicated sex that enabled her to relieve her frustrations. Mark's longing stare made her wonder if she was due for some release and maybe Mark was the next avenue to vent those frustrations. She'd have a think about that and see if maybe she'd have a bit of sport with him.
Lily kept an eye on their shared kitchen and by mid-morning Mark made his way to the kitchen to get himself a drink. She decided to do the same and found him on his phone when she walked in. Although he was talking on his phone, she watched his eyes as they followed her legs every step of the way towards the cupboard with the mugs in. Mark finished his call as Lily turned, and she gave him one of her dazzling smiles before she looked at the window and mused "I don't know what to have for lunch today. The problem with our location here is that there is too much choice sometimes."
Mark acknowledged her comment with a nod and replied "I agree although I've already decided I'm going back to Ali's around the corner. It seems to be my go-to place when I'm in the office these days."
Lily looked interested and added "Mmm, I've never tried that one" hoping Mark would take the bait.
As if in some choregraphed script Mark replied, "You're more than welcome to join me if you'd like."
'Bingo' though Lily as she replied, "Oh that would be great as long as I won't cramp your style."
Mark shook his head "It isn't every day that I get to dine with such a glamourous young lady. I suspect it'll be me cramping your style rather than the other way around. How does meeting here at 12.30 sound?"
"Yes. I'll see you then" replied Lil as she exited the room. She could just make out Mark expression in the reflection in the frosted glass showed him following her butt as she exited the room making her smile to herself. At the appointed time the two met up and made their way to the deli catching up on some work gossip. As they took their seats with their lunch selection Lil made a quick recce of the other customers and once satisfied that those customers were none of their colleagues, she decided to take charge of the conversation asking "It makes a pleasant change to have you in the office. I guess you've been busy at various sites?"
Mark swallowed the bite he was chewing and once he nodded added "Yeah, you could say that. I'm just thankful for a couple of weeks rest so I can catch up on some stuff."
Lily perked up at that asking "Ohh, does that mean you're in the office on Friday?" Having just took another bite Mark just nodded as a reply but raised his eyebrows in a silent question and so Lil continued "I've been invited with a plus one to a friend's dinner party on Friday evening and was wondering who I can invite as my plus one. I normally cry off as I feel awkward going alone. If you are still a free agent, I don't suppose you'd be interested on helping a girl out of a predicament?" She knew exactly the phrasing to use to get him to play ball.
Mark considered her question for a moment before asking "There will be meat involved won't there. It isn't one of those vegetarian affairs?"
Lil smiled warmly, inwardly thinking 'I've got him now' while saying "Oh no Olivia's husband would never allow it to take place without some meat being present. It's nothing fancy, Olivia likes to cook and gathers together a selection of her friends. Most are partnered up, I'm the exception."
Mark took another couple of moments before replying "In that case then, as the other option is catching up with the laundry, as long as I won't cramp your style, I'd love to be your plus one. It'll make a change to have a dinner in the company of a beautiful lady. We haven't got to pretend to be an item have we, I've been lured into that before?"
Lil chuckled briefly before replying "Oh no, Olivia knows I'm a dedicated single so there's no need for subterfuge and no you won't cramp my style. On the contrary, it'll make a change to have someone with me that can better the intellectual banter of the others."
Mark looked puzzled and replied, "I find that hard to believe that anyone can get the better of you in the banter department." His comment got Lil thinking about how she was perceived by people outside. She was slightly intimidated by certain circumstances despite her gregarious exterior and some of Olivia's guests in the past but somehow the thought of having Mark there suddenly made her excited for the dinner ahead.
Mark had offered to pick Lil up so that she could have a drink, which fitted into her later plan. He had presented her with a bunch of flowers as he stood at her front door but what impressed her most was the way he ducked in front of her on route to the car so he could open the door for her to climb in. This too fit nicely into her plan as she had worn a mid-calf skirt that showed off to their fullest her long curvaceous legs as she swung them into the car. She was pleased that they held Mark's gaze as she climbed in. She was similarly pleased when they got to Olivia's house and Mark made a point of dashing around her side of the car to open the door -- very gallant even though it was just an excuse to stare at her legs once more, not that she minded of course, that was the reason for her choice of attire. The host was waiting at the door to greet them having been alerted by the sound of the car and the initial introductions were made.
During the meal Mark was the perfect plus one, he took an active part in the conversations while avoided monopolising things, similarly he was at pains to stress Lil's pivotal role at their company even though she never saw it that way herself. He had a unique perspective on her interactions with the customers and had an interesting, if very subtle, way of inflaming her ego. All in all, both had a very enjoyable evening as they bid their farewells and Mark took Lil back to her house and once again escorted her to her front door. "Would you like to come in for a drink. The boys are staying over at their grans for the evening, and it'll be nice to have some adult company for a change" was the statement she used to reel him in, combined with a pleading look.