Note: Yes, there's a difference between insure and ensure, by reading the story you'll understand. Call it artistic license, if you will. As always, comments pro and con, are appreciated. Thanks for reading!
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Having recently arrived in Dallas it was time to complete all the little things that make one a permanent Texas resident. Not to mention it was required by law, so prior to going to DMV I needed to insure the car. A friend had suggested a particular office of a well-known national company, so late one afternoon I arrived at the firm's address. Having been welcomed by the gracious receptionist, I explained my current situation and needs. She smiled and picked up the phone, spoke softly, and no more than thirty seconds later a lovely woman in a bright print dress displaying long, tanned legs appeared and introduced herself as Lisa. After exchanging pleasantries she requested I follow her to her office, which I happily did.
I immediately noticed her facial resemblance to Kim Basinger, although Lisa's body was a little fuller in the hips, and smaller breasts than I recall from the remake of Getaway. But she certainly had the same facial features, and I'd guessed she was in her mid-thirties. As we entered her office I noticed her name, "Lisa Cox," on the door, and as she stepped behind her desk I chuckled when noticing a sports cup with the University of Cincinnati Bearcats logo - a "C" with a crown above it. The chauvinist in me quickly thought, no way she's a Bearcats fan, and simply has the cup because the "C" matched her last name.
I couldn't help myself and just had to ask, "Are you a Bearcats fan?"
Looking up from some papers she'd pulled from her desk drawer, she replied with a, "Hmmm? Bear claws?"
"Bearcats," I repeated while pointing to the cup. "Are you a University of Cincinnati fan?"
Looking at the cup, first with a puzzled look, then a wry smile she said, "No, I just thought it made my initials, or my last name initial, look majestic. Are you?"
"Majestic?"
"No silly, a Bearcats fan? Or a Cincy alum? Maybe from the Cincinnati area?"
"None of those, just a college basketball fan and they used to be really good," I explained.
She just smiled, nodded and then replied, "You know they have some pretty good teams in the area. As you're no doubt aware this is football country. Extremely so. But the basketball teams are usually competitive and when football season is over those fans need something to focus on. It can get pretty crazy here, especially when the city is hosting the tournament."
I was impressed, a lady who knew her sports. As she was talking she had placed her hands under her chin, resting on interlocked fingers and leaning forward onto the desk. No ring, I noticed, despite other conservatively attractive jewelry on her ears, wrist and around her neck. She was becoming more attractive with each passing moment.
I just smiled.
She returned the smile, showing her very bright, white teeth, and then began to get down to the business of insuring my 760Li. With the number of wealthy people in the area I'm certain Lisa was used to writing up contracts on expensive vehicles, and didn't appear particularly enthused with mine - not that I bought it to impress the ladies, but as a reward for a fruitful career. And to enjoy the comfort of a well-made car when I needed it.
Seems we were nearing the completion of the process when Lisa asked, "Anyone else need to be on the coverage?"
"No, just me," I replied.
Cutting her eyes up from the paperwork, she again asked, "No one? No spouse, partner, significant other?"
"Nope, just me."
"What's wrong with you, are you broken or something?" she asked as she sat back in her chair.
I found her directness, coupled with her Southern charm, somewhat entertaining so I played along.
"Not broken, unless housebroken qualifies," I said with a smile.
"Hmmm, funny," she replied.
We stared at each other momentarily, both smiling, before she continued.
"Are you gay?"
With a slight chuckle I said, "No, I have a very strong preference for women."
"Then why?"
"Why what?"
"Why no wife or girlfriend? I mean, you seem to have some very attractive qualities, I would think women of all ages would be fawning over you," she said.
"Well, thank you. But I just moved here," I replied.
"And?"
"Didn't know there was an 'and'," I said. Continuing, "I'm new here, just finding my way around. And right now I'm not starved for attention, so I guess that's the reason."
"And so you're not really hungry then?" she asked somewhat surprisingly.
Again, stifling a laugh, I replied, "I've never turned down an appetizing meal."
"Mmmm hmmm," she sort of said as she went about completing the paperwork.
"So what about you?" I asked.
"Hmmm? What about me?" She asked, looking up from the desk.
"No pictures of family in your office, no ring on your finger. Sort of indicates no husband, boyfriend or life partner."
"My, that's quite observant of you," Lisa said. A wry smile appeared as she continued, "I'm taking a break. But since you asked, I was engaged once. Seemingly forever. It was a good thing we didn't follow through...," she seemed to leave the last bit unfinished.
With a raised eyebrow, I replied, "And...?"
"Let's just say chemistry can get explosive if you're not paying attention," Lisa said with a hint of a smile. "I should have paid closer attention. Oh well, a life lesson well learned. Now, let's get this wrapped up and get you out of here."
No doubt, I was finding Lisa a very interesting person.
After the formalities were over and the check written, naturally I had to inquire about area restaurants. I'm sure I saw Lisa's eyes light up as she said, "Oh, I think I can help with that. We have so many fun choices, some close and others just a little drive away. Wait, are you dining alone or meeting someone?"
"As I said earlier, new to town and haven't met anyone to take out," I replied.
"Tell you what, I know a really good place. Allow me to drive us over in your new car," she continued with a devilish grin, "Just so I can report the vehicle is new and in good working order."
While I knew that was just an excuse to drive my car, I didn't hesitate to play along. "Sure," I replied, "Where will we be going?"
"Somewhere stress free where music is playing and I'm the only thing on your mind," Lisa said as she moved close to me and grasped my hand, while looking deeply into my eyes.
After what had transpired over the last hour or so I shouldn't have been surprised by her bold nature when she pulled the remote fob from my hand, laughed and turned towards the door. I sensed this was going to be a fun evening, with a lot of playful teasing. And with her flirtatious manner she didn't have to work very hard to ensure she was, indeed, the only thing on my mind.
Arriving at the car, I opened the door for her and watched intently as she sat down, slipping her long, slender legs inside. I then walked around and climbed into the passenger seat, watching as she ran her fingers over the leather dash and upholstery.
Tilting her head back against the headrest and closing her eyes, she inhaled deeply and then said, "God, I just love the smell of new leather. Reminds me of a man's fragrance. Smells like desire, don't you think?" Lisa asked as she turned her head, looking at me while reaching over and gently laying her hand on mine.
Her blue eyes had a sultry look, as her blonde hair softly framed her face.
"I think desire takes many forms and fragrances," I replied. "And I believe I see the look of desire right now, here beside me."
I heard her softly exhale through pursed lips, before leaning over and kissing me tenderly, bringing her hand to my cheek as if to hold me in place.
No need for that, as I turned more towards her, as much as the bucket seats and console would allow, and pressed my lips firmly against hers, my mouth welcoming her sweet probing tongue. The delicate purring sound emanating from her seemed to heighten my passion as I placed my hand on her side, just below her shoulder, feeling the fullness of her breast, before sliding down slowly to her hip where I could feel the heat radiating from her body.