While each story in this series can stand on its own, I would like to explain who the characters are and how they met. John Paul Rogers is a film editor, scriptwriter, Producer and now Director. Sara Jane Solsbery/Countess of Redding is a London Barrister/Attorney. The two met on an island in the Caribbean when they were on Vacation. (Dreaming in the Shower) The met for a second time when Sara arrived to do some legal work in LA. Fast forward a few years and they are now engaged.
I walked into the house after meeting with Bret about directing the sixth episode. Sara was sitting with a woman that I did not recognize at first, but then realized it was the realtor.
“You’re back, darling Charlene came by to discuss putting an offer on the house,” said Sara as she embraced me.
It looked like we were going to try to buy the house, Sara was in her element in the two plus years that we have been together, I only got hints of how she handled numbers. The two women seemed like they were joined telepathically. Charlene made a suggestion and Sara countered. Eventually there was a coming together on a number and Charlene said the she would present our offer. Sara and I signed the form and Charlene left to fax it to the owner’s representative.
“Bret will need to put a new ruby on her ring,” I said.
“Yes, darling I know, she’s pregnant.”
“How do you know?” I asked.
“Did you see her at the birthday celebration, non-alcoholic cocktail, sips of wine and champagne; I put two and two together. Plus, she told me when we were on the phone, the day she offered you the shot at directing.”
“Darling, you are an amazing woman.”
“I know darling, I am surprised you are just finding out,” Sara said as she smiled.
I leaned over and put my lips on her cheek,
“Paul, William will be here soon because, I am taking you out,”
“What is the occasion?”
“To celebrate your being named episode six director.”
Out of the corner of my eye I saw the big Land Rover pull into the driveway. Sara got up and found her purse and motioned to come. I followed her out the door pausing to set the alarm and lock the door. I held the rear passenger door for her and followed. I assumed that the place had been picked out, so I sat back and relaxed. I was jolted when Sara began to massage my privates.
“Paul, you need a new car,” said Sara.
This came out of nowhere, but she was right my old Explorer was showing its age. But I was not going to cave without a fight. I began to go through my arguments before I spoke. I was ready to argue, when Sara leaned over and kissed me and continued to massage my manhood.
“There that should keep you quiet. I think a Maserati Levant would fit you,” she said as she kissed me again.
This was spinning out of control, first the house and now a just under 100K automobile.
“Actually darling, I was thinking about a Cadillac SUV.”
“Good, find one and we will buy it,” said Sara.
“William, will you help me get out of this evil woman’s clutches?”
William was silent but I saw a smile reflected in the rearview mirror.
“Darling what on earth are you talking about,” said Sara as she continued to work on my privates.
Someone should write a romcom about us,” I said.
“Sounds like your next project, make it full of twists and turns, and lots of sex, before the principals get married,” Sara replied.
We finished dinner and I thanked Sara for the treat. Back in the car I found out that Sara conspired with William to stop by a Cadillac dealership after dinner. We walked among the cars trailed by a sales woman, and I found a red model that caught my attention.
“Paul, tell the woman that you will take that one, I love your choice.”
I hugged Sara and whispered, “please settle down.”
I opened the passenger door and allowed Sara to get in I got in the driving position and allowed the sales person to demonstrate the features and she got in the back seat and I started the engine and took the car around the block. I parked the car near the entrance of the dealership, and we got out. I shook the woman’s hand, got her card, and said that I would get back to her. I put my arm around Sara’s waist, and we walked toward the Land Rover with William waiting.
The woman walked up and asked what it would take for us to purchase the car. “Take ten thousand off the price and we will talk,”
Sara was about to speak but the expression on my face silenced her. The woman looked at me and came back with a figure that made sense. We walked with the woman into the office and sat with her and the “Sale Manager” who was there to close the deal. Sara was unusually silent during the negotiations. We agreed on the price and the extras, and I signed an offer sheet. I promised to bring my old Explorer the title and my financing.
Sara and I walked back to the car; William was holding the door. I waited for Sara to get in and I followed her, William closed the door, and took the driver’s position.
“So, you know how to drive a hard bargain, what other talents do you have?”
“Lady Sara you have seen all of my talents,” I said.
“Darling, I don’t believe that, you have been hiding things from me.”
William pulled into the driveway and he opened the door and waited for Sara to exit the car. We walked toward the back yard. Out of the corner of my eye I saw William pull out leaving us alone. We walked into the patio and sat watching the pool. Sara explained her plans for the new backyard that included a pool at the new house. I pointed out that we had just put in a bid and that we did not have the house yet. I was also thinking about the cost, which seemed to be growing with every idea Sara had.
“Darling I like the new car, but I would have like us to look at other brands.”
“You told me you like the Cadillac?”
