Things were quiet. After the activities of the previous few days, Keith and I both needed a break. In the interest of recharging our batteries, we went in search of the best daiquiri in Key West, followed by a quest for the ultimate Key Lime pie. Touristy, maybe, but fun.
My concerns regarding Keith seemed unfounded. I had worried that, in the cold gray light of dawn, he might regret just how far we had taken things with Julie the night before, but he was cheerful and relaxed. As was I. Nothing in our married life had indicated that we might take this wild turn, but we both seemed content and happy.
As evening approached, I began to wonder what the night might hold in store. Was Keith ready for more adventures, or had he reached his limit? That question was answered quickly, when our B&B neighbor Julie knocked on the door of our cottage.
"Hi guys," she said, "what are you up to?" She wore a green bikini top, which set off her gorgeous red hair, and a pair of white tennis shorts.
"Taking in easy," I answered. "It's been quite a trip so far, and we're not as young as we used to be."
"Don't give me that," she said. "You've had plenty of time to bounce back from last night. I wanted to see if you would like to go have dinner."
"I'm in," Keith said, looking over to gauge my take on the situation. Julie was fun, and we did didn't have anything else planned. And, I had to admit to myself, I was intrigued by the possibility of continuing what we had started with her last night.
"Tell you what," I said. "Give us a half hour, and we will be ready."
We met Julie by the pool and headed out to the restaurant. Over several bottles of wine, we told stories and laughed a lot, all of us having a wonderful time. Julie was an open person, but she didn't overshare, nor was she overly inquisitive. However, by the end of dinner, we all knew one another better and enjoyed an easy intimacy. Not that we weren't intimate the night before, but this was on a more emotional and personal level.
"So from what you've told me," Julie said after a pause, "this is all pretty new for you guys."
Keith and I both chuckled. "You could say that," I replied.
"And, Marianne, it seems that you have not only unleashed you wild side on this trip, but you have discovered an exhibitionist streak within yourself."
"Guilty as charged," I said with a smile.
"So here's what I'm thinking. This may be a bit much for you guys, but hear me out. If you aren't interested, I totally respect that."
"I'm intrigued," Keith said.
"Well," Julie began, "as I told you, I have been coming to Key West frequently over the last few years. And like you, I have found that it is easier to let your hair down here than back home, for a number of reasons.
"A while back, I met a group of people who host private parties that are a lot of fun. I have to tell you, it's 'anything goes.' But you will see some interesting things, and, more importantly, you will be seen."
I took a moment to digest all that and what it implied. "So is it like an orgy?"
"Not really. More like a sex party. They invite around 20 people, and everyone does whatever they want. Some people like to watch, others like being watched. Some do get into group stuff, but there's no pressure. No one is going to force you to do anything you don't want to."
Keith spoke up first. "Since we have to go back home in a couple of days, we might as well make the most of it." He turned to me. "You really want to go, don't you?" I nodded slowly. "Then let's give it a shot. If we don't like it, we'll take off and amuse ourselves some other way."
"Sure," I said. "Let's do it."
Julie smiled and said, "That's my girl. I think you'll have a good time. And I promise to stay close and keep an eye on you."
"Then let's go," I said, pushing my chair back and standing up, maybe a bit too quickly.
"Somebody's eager," Julie said. "But I need to call first and be sure that it's OK to bring you. I'm sure it will be, but I don't want to surprise them. Also, they don't start up until around 10, so we have an hour to kill. Where do you guys want to go?"
Keith put his hand on mine and said, "When we started down this road, we talked about the Garden of Eden. Let's go there now."
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Before our trip, the thought of taking my clothes off in front of strangers would have frightened me. But now it didn't seem like such a big deal, particularly after our previous adventures. Now I realized that the nervousness and fear was part of what excited me. It was a risk. And it was so exciting.
We walked up to the third floor of the bar, the "nude floor," and I was nonplussed. There sure seemed to be a lot of people wearing clothes, considering the place's reputation.
Julie seemed to read my mind. "Yeah, a lot of looky-loos here, but that can make it fun. We'll be the brave ones, and they'll get an eyeful. This will be the perfect way to get ready for the party."
After looking around for a moment, I did see a few people on the rooftop deck who were naked, or at least in various stages of undress. Their bodies were average, which made me feel better. At least I would be in the middle of the bell curve here.
"Come on, guys," Julie said, guiding us to an empty corner, "let's get with it."
Somewhat self-consciously, Keith and I began undressing. I was wearing a sundress and no bra, so when I pulled the dress over my head, I was only wearing a thong and sandals. At least the process wasn't drawn out, I thought. Keith was down to his boxers, and he grinned at me as he let them fall to the floor. I stepped out of my panties, and we were both completely naked. Julie nodded approvingly and said, "I'm proud of you. You're really getting the hang of Key West."
"So what about you, Julie," Keith said, no doubt emboldened by all the daquiris we had downed over the course of the day. "Why are we naked and you still have clothes on?"
"Good point," she said. "Though I am enjoying the view. Let me take care of that right now." She began unbuttoning her shirt, shrugged out of it, and handed it to me. She wasn't wearing a bra either, and her nipples hardened in the cool breeze. She quickly slid out of her shorts, pulling her panties down along with them, and then she was naked too.
"Shall we?" Julie took me by the hand and led me across the deck, with Keith trailing behind us, no doubt luxuriating in the view. The place wasn't too full, but we did pass close to a number of people, and I could feel their eyes on me. I liked it.
When we reached the other side of the deck, Julie said, "It's kind of like getting into a really cold swimming pool. Sometimes, it's best to just jump right it and get it over with. Now that everyone here has seen your beautiful naked body, you can relax. I'm going to get us some drinks."
Left alone, I asked Keith, "Are you sure about this? I don't want you to feel obligated, or forced to do anything you don't want to."