Kennedy
As the chopper landed on the helipad, Kennedy stepped from the rung of the feet and separated herself from the spinning rotor as quickly as possible. She had spent the entire time in the cockpit, striking up conversations with the pilot. He was nice enough, but with no one else on the chopper with her, he was as good of conversation as she was going to get. She flirted of course, her natural personality was playful, but nothing too forward. She could feel him watching as she left the pad and found her way to the edge, where the mysterious Karla awaited.
"Welcome," Karla said as she held out her hand.
Kennedy took it in hers and turned to wave at the pilot, it was a small, flirty wave, but he definitely saw, confirming her earlier belief that he was, in fact, watching her go.
"Thank you," she looked around. "Where, exactly, are we?"
"We will cover that after you get some rest." Without giving Kennedy the chance of pushing the issue further, she spun and walked away. Kennedy followed, not sure if she would be able to find where she was headed if she didn't.
Karla led her down some stairs, away from the lifted helipad and through an overgrown, paved path. For a moment, she thought that it was neglect, but when her eyes became more adjusted to the darkness, she realized that it was meant to be that way. It was meant to hide the pavement, keeping the walking easy, but the aura of the vegetation intact. After winding through for what seemed like ten minutes, they arrived to their destination.
The vegetation and overgrowth opened up into an elaborate front drive. There was a circle of cobblestone, like you would find in old time London, surrounding a fountain that was large in construction, but small in grandios. Effectively, keeping the feel more intimate and romantic.
"Gorgeous," was all that Kennedy could muster.
"You haven't seen anything yet, sweetheart," Karla responded. She had placed her hand on the small of Kennedy's back. The intent was to invite her for a closer look, but it sent shocks of electricity through Karla, causing her to feel the jolt between her legs.
"Can't wait," Kennedy responded. She felt it too. There was nothing pushy about the touch. Nothing implied. It was an innocent gesture that caused unexpected responses on both ends. She couldn't believe the effect that a small touch in such an innocent place was having on her. She must have been hornier than she thought.
They walked up the walk and through an old style revolving door, her hands playing over the dark wooden frames and the gold trim. It was like walking through a time capsule and ending up in early 1900's London. The furniture was spread out across the expansive lobby, waiting to be used.
"Oh my," Kennedy whispered.
"I know," Karla grinned. She grabbed Kennedy's free hand and pulled her along gently. "This is only the beginning. I have a great room picked out for you."
They walked to the front desk and a slender, black man met them. Instead of waiting for them like most of the front desk attendees she was used to. He came around the desk and met her, taking her bag from her immediately. She appreciated that, because it meant her only other free hand was still clasped in Karla's.
"Jean," Karla said. "This is Kennedy."
"Oh," he stated as he bowed low. "I am very aware of her. It is my honor to receive you, madam."
"This is more than I need...," she responded. She hadn't felt uncomfortable in her own skin in a long time. However, these two, and this building were more than she had ever experienced. People always assume that olympians all sleep in grand hotels all across the world and are pampered day in and day out. That couldn't be further from the truth for the equestrian world. She had spent more nights in a barn or run down trailer bunk than in a cushy bed.
"This, my dear," Jean smiled. "Is more than anyone needs. But not more than deserved." With that, he turned and headed for the elevator.
When they got to the elevator, it opened and they stepped on, like out of an old movie, the door slid shut and Jean pushed a button. Even the music was old jazz. They went all out for the feeling of the old country. When the door opened again, it was to a massive hallway. She made note that there were only two doors. One to the left, and one to the right. She couldn't believe her eyes when Jean opened the door to her room.
She had an entryway, larger than her apartment, with a chandelier that looked like stars in the dark room. She gasped as the lights came on and lit the whole scene in front of her. There was a winding staircase that disappeared upstairs where a large bedroom and master bath awaited her.
To her right, there was a giant sitting room, with a window looking out into the darkness. She was afraid of how hard she would have to pull herself away from the majestic view that was undoubtedly awaiting her when she woke up in the morning. To her left, sat a large kitchen, that she could barely use even if she wanted to. She wondered briefly if grilled cheese was an abomination here.
"I know that this is overwhelming," Karla said. "But this room has been waiting for you."
"Why me?"
"I promise, all will be explained in the morning." Karla kissed her forehead and turned to walk away. Before she left, she stopped and looked behind her. She actually stared at Kennedy from head to toe for a second before saying. "Sleep well, I will look in on you."