This is the second chapter of my first story. There is far more fiction here than in the first chapter. I want to thank everyone for the feedback so far. More is encouraged! Enjoy!
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"Oh, hi Jack..." Sharon hesitated. She didn't want things to be awkward with her friend, but at the same time, they did sleep together last night. "No, I'm not busy. I was just doing some reading."
"Good. I wanted to talk to you about last night." he said.
"Great." she thought sarcastically. "Uh... what about it?" she finally answered him.
"I know we were both pretty drunk. I just wanted you to know I wasn't trying to take advantage of you."
"Is that so?" she asked. "By the way you were teasing me, it seemed like you were milking every second."
"Sorry. You know how I can get. I go on autopilot."
"Funny you say that. Normally, when I go on autopilot, things around me get worse. Not better." As soon as she finished typing the words, she realized she paid him a compliment.
"Haha. But anyway, I just wanted to clarify that I wasn't trying to fulfill an agenda. I wouldn't want to be the cause of ending you and your beloved boyfriend's relationship."
"He would have to find out about it in order for that to happen. And you know I'm not one to gossip."
"Haha. That's true." He laughed. "But if it's not any trouble, I wouldn't mind seeing you again. I'm mean... not like
that
. Just hang out for a few hours."
Sharon felt a chill run down her spine. She knew she shouldn't spend another hour with him, let alone another evening. But before she could answer him, he noted her hesitation.
"I promise, we won't... uh, you know. I'll be on my best behavior."
"I've heard that before." She retorted. "I'll agree on one condition."
"What's that?"
"No alcohol. I don't want to hear that drunk excuse again. From either of us. Deal?"
"Haha. Deal. You choose the venue this time."
She took a minute to think. Sharon wanted to make sure she picked a place that didn't serve alcohol. She didn't want to be susceptible. "How about Anne's? They have a great Cappuccino Swirl. I've been craving one lately."
"That sounds good. And it's near my place too!"
"Ugh. You can be so cheap. You'll walk 10 miles just to save a few bucks on gas."
"Damn right. Haha."
"When did you want to meet?"
"How about Thursday at 8? Amazingly, I have the entire weekend off, and I wouldn't mind starting early."
"Cool. See ya then."
"Awesome. Later."
Sharon hoped that things wouldn't escalate like last time. Then, she thought how Susan would take the news.
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"You're seeing him again? Don't you remember what happened last time?" Susan shouted.
"There's no need to get all red in the face! Geez. We're going to Anne's. Not a drop of alcohol in sight. So it shouldn't be a problem." Sharon tried reasoning with her. "Besides, he told me that what happened the other night was not intentional."
"And you actually believe him? He is
manipulative
! M-A-N..."
"I can spell Susan." she deadpanned. "Look, I understand you're looking out for me. And I greatly appreciate it. I really do. But do you want me to be cooped up in the house all day, everyday while David is at boot camp? I'd be bored out of my fucking mind. And it would only make me miss him more."
"You have a point. But with Jack?
Jack???
Of all people?"
"Let me guess. You don't like him." Sharon retorted.
"It's not that I don't like him. I just don't like the situation you're in. This is dangerous territory. I don't want anyone getting hurt."
"Your concern is noted." She said blankly. "If you're really worried, you can come along."
"I'd be the third wheel. I wouldn't enjoy myself."
"Bring JT with you! It'll be like a double date... sort of."
"Jack is
not
your boyfriend. And JT isn't my boyfriend. We're just talking."
"Which is why I said 'sort of'. Come on. You can keep your worried eyes on me and we can go out together. It's something we haven't done in quite a while."
"Alright, you've convinced me. I'll ask JT if he wants to go. Anne's right?"
"Yeah. 8 o'clock on Thursday." Sharon confirmed. "So you have a few days to prepare."
"This is completely casual right? You know I hate dressing up."
"Wear whatever. It's not like the fashion police will be there."
"Shut up!" Susan pouted.
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Sharon was dressed in her favorite dark wash jeans along with her green halter top. To complete the look, her leopard print heels. She brought her black leather jacket in case it got cold. When she pulled up to Anne's at 7:50, she saw Susan getting out of her car.
"Hey hot stuff!" She joked. "I never realized how good green contrasts with your
chocolate
skin."
"Oh hush! I figured I'd wear this because I hadn't worn it in a while. Frankly, I'm surprised it still fits."
"Especially with those big knockers you've got."
"Bitch."
"Hey! Just another compliment." Susan giggled. JT came around to the other side of the car, lightly blushing at Susan's observation. "Oh! I'm so bad with that. JT you remember Sharon, right?"
"Uh, yeah." JT timidly shook hands with Sharon. "I must admit, that outfit is a head turner."
"See what I mean? Now you've got JT eyeing you!" Susan teased.
"Well, thank you JT. Susan, you hush. Now let's go inside. I've got a craving to satisfy."
"I hope you mean the coffee." Susan retorted.