We gathered around the huge table for a formal dinner catered by a local steak house. We had all the fixings including German potatoes, creamed spinach, steak fries, asparagus, potatoes au gratin, peas, wedge Caesar salads, and every awesome cut of steak you can imagine! It's not like we all didn't pay for this, but so far it's been totally beyond what I expected. I had never felt so indulged before! We lavished in our meals and beverages over candlelight as we took in the conversations. We made sure to sit next to one another so we could whisper commands back and forth.
"I want you to fuck me" I whispered.
He sat stunned then finally stammered, leaning into me a bit "Are you for real?!"
"Yes. But right now I want you to meow like a cat!"
He placed his napkin up to his mouth as he meowed.
"What was that? We could barely hear you."
He chuckled and gave me an 'ok so it's like that face' and said without shame, "I said meow!"
Everyone looked a bit puzzled but just shrugged it off.
"Now it's your turn. Bark like a dog."
I was being asked a question and before I answered it I threw in a happy "ruff" like a small dog would do. I don't think anyone even noticed! Looking back at him when I was done my eyes said "ha, take that! I then leaned into him again and told him to quack like a duck twice.
He thought he was slick as he got up to get a beer while saying 'quack quack' on the way to the fridge. Nicely played sir! We went back and forth with animal noises for a bit when I decided to turn it up a notch near dessert. I leaned in again and told him to pound his chest like a gorilla mid-sentence to the next question he gets. Now his wife started to realize something was going on, but being the cool cat she is, she just let it be. Someone asked him if he thought the new traffic pattern off the local highway was more useful or just a hassle. And boy did he answer while thumping his chest. I just had to laugh and nearly choked on my wine doing so. Everyone busted out laughing on that one! Finally, the jig was up and we went back to normal conversation and laughs. After our dessert of sorbet and chocolate, a few of us wanted to play another joiner game- and my fave- Scattergories. I jumped at the chance to wipe out the competition. Some wanted teams but I said no way to that- this is an individual sport as we've done enough together. Wifey knows how competitive I can be so she happily took the position of timekeeper. One of the couples went for a nighttime stroll while everyone else played. We had five rounds of which I won three. I was very proud of myself. By this time, the strolling couple still hadn't returned when firefighter guy went to look around just to be sure they were okay. As he returned smirking, we figured out they were more than alright. I just didn't want the night to end, so I asked if anyone would be joining me for some stargazing. All passed except for him. I play guilted wifey a bit and told her she owed me for bailing. But she knew I was in good hands.
"Be careful out there babe. Take a stick or something with you."
"What, to fight off the fireflies?" he chimed.
"Yeah those too! Don't bring her back with a bunch of bites and stuff- I have to look at that!"
I piped up, "well on that note, good night to you my dear lady!" Kissing her on the lips I sent her off to bed. His wife decided to clean up a bit then curl up with her latest read, as she loved murder-mysteries.
"Don't stay out too late guys" she warned. "We have a busy day tomorrow too."
We walked out a bit from the ranch to get on some level area with our blankets and nightcaps in tow. It only took a few minutes to find the perfect spot right under the Big Dipper. We sat down, Indian-style, toasted to good times and even better company, and downed our shots of Patron. Now I know the old adage 'tequila gets you pregnant' but we were really just enjoying one another as friends. We lay down and actually didn't talk a whole lot. We just watched the night sky above us. At one point, we held hands for a bit after he rolled onto his side to kiss me. It was really sweet. But the night air began to chill a bit too much for my liking so we decided to head back to the house. Walking back, he stopped me mid-stride, grabbed me by the neck, and planted a big smooch on me, which got me wet. We were far enough away that no one could make us out if they tried, but I was still a bit cautious.
"I need to fuck you" he said breathlessly after our passionate kiss, holding my face in his hands.
I searched his eyes for any chance the liquor was talking but to no avail. "When? How?"
"Tomorrow after the spa trip. The wives will be wiped from all the massages and wine so we can go for another hike."
"I think that'd be too obvious. How about we just play it by ear and see what happens, ok?"
He looked at me like a kid being denied candy. "I NEED TO FUCK YOU." He kissed me again, with a bit more force.
"Don't worry, I'll make it happen, ok psycho?!"
He laughed as he stepped out of the moment and imagined how crazed he must have looked as he chuckled only slightly to himself. "Okay" tilting his head to the side with slight disbelief.
We continued on to the house and realize we'd only been gone for about 45 minutes. It felt like so much longer. I wished it could have been longer. We parted ways to our respective rooms until the morning. Since it was spa day, I wanted to make sure I was centered despite last night's events. I decided to do some yoga on the back deck by the pool just after sunrise, along with some deep breathing exercises. The air around me was still and the house was quiet. All I could hear were the trees rustling in the slight summer wind, birds overhead, and the nearby creek bed babbling away. It was so peaceful. I was able to let my mind and body go for those moments and focus on what I really needed to get out of this trip. Of course, relaxation, but ultimately peace and solace from the mundane. Although what we were doing wasn't right, it felt right to us. I decided that no matter the turnout, it was worth it. He invigorated me, giving me something to think about and know that was only ours and no one else's. There's something to be said for the way keeping secrets makes one feel. Sure, you may feel guilty or bad, but ultimately, you have this thing that no one knows about you and it spurs you on- for better or worse. I lay into my final stretch and held position with forehead to the mat, legs splayed in an outwards V and hands at my sides.
"Nice view."
I slowly returned to center as he appeared in front of me, in trunks. I tilted one eyebrow up and pursed my lips, "Swimming? Really?"
"Why not" he laughed, as he dove in and splashed me a bit. I watched him do a few laps when his wife came out and joined me.
"Hey girlie! Look at you getting some yoga in without me. I'm shocked!"
"I just needed to clear my head. I can't wait to get my body wrap!"
"Well I'm just looking forward to the wine and some other man putting his hands all over me" she said with a wink towards him.
"Hey, I heard that! We can make it permanent you know!"
"Just kidding baby, you know I love you" she shot back as she got into warrior pose.
I excused myself to wake up wifey and get ready for our relaxing spa retreat. The cars came around 9am and most of us were ready. We had to wait a few extra minutes for his wife, the diva, as she wanted to make sure she had her flip-fops and chilled face mask for the drive. The spa was on a compound that resembled what I assume the south of France to look like. There were rolling hills with trees and prairie surrounded by nothing but big sky with a main building on top of a hill. The design was sort of rustic with huge metal gates and vines running about the exterior. We were greeted with warm lemon water to refresh the system as well as cool water for the heat. We were given a short tour then split off into our respective service groups. Since I don't like external massages, I opted for a facial followed by a mud wrap, then a steam shower. Some of the guys opted to get a good sweat going on the basketball court before cooling off with a cool shower and a facial. Wifey was lined up for a massage, mani-pedi, and another massage with hot stones. We kissed our respective partners and parted ways. After my facial, I decided to bake in the sun a bit and watch the guys play before my mud wrap. Wearing just my robe and slippers, I made my way onto the patio that overlooked the sport court. I ordered a sorbet pop to eat while I waited. As I scanned the court, I noticed him standing on the side, resting. It only took him a few minutes to notice me and come over.
Sweaty and a bit out of breath, "I didn't expect to see you here!" He plopped down next to me and threw his sweaty arm over my shoulders.
"I'm in between services," rolling my eyes. "And you need a shower" smirking.
"I know. We are almost done. You wanna join me?" with flashing eyes and a cheshire grin.