Monday
I had the pleasure to meet Jolene during a business class I was taking at the community college, many years ago. On the first night of class, she came in late, due to a fender bender, and there happened to be an open spot next to me. She sat next to me, and I had to struggle to pay attention to the professor, and not to her.
Jolene is a bombshell of a woman. She always has been. 5'7", flowing auburn locks that fall just below her shoulders, 32b bosom that is just full enough to be fun, and an hourglass figure that is just a touch bottom heavy. Being just shy of 150 lbs, though she will rarely admit it. She is a head-turner.
As many classes do, we were paired in teams, so I scrambled to make sure I was paired with her. We went over our case studies, and when the class was done, I asked if she needed a ride due to her accident. She thought I was cute, and suggested we go for coffee instead.
Coffee. Right. I was almost certain I had struck out. I had no idea...
Tuesday
She needed to take care of some things, so we agreed to meet the next day. I was sure the only reason she wanted to get together was to go over any notes she may have missed. I walked into the cafe the next morning, and I had to bite my lip so that my jaw would not drop. Across the cafe sat Jolene, with her hair pulled back into a ponytail, designer frames casing her amazing ice-blue eyes. A silk white blouse beneath a heather grey blazer, and matching pencil skirt. The accessories were sparse, black heels, and a simple diamond pendant.
"My god," I thought, "who is this woman?"
I felt like I was going to meet my lawyer, unprepared.
"Hi Brian," said Jolene as she stood, "I'm glad you could join me. Can I get you anything?"
I told her that was not necessary, and excused myself long enough to grab a latte.
"So, you seemed to have a rough night last night. Is today going better for you?" I posed. Jolene took a sip of her black coffee and smiled.
"Yes, last evening was crazier than I would prefer. I am glad it didn't go any worse. Thanks for your concern." She took another sip, savoring the bold flavor of her dark roast. "That was why I wanted to see if you would meet me for coffee."
She wanted to meet for coffee because I showed concern? Now I am getting a bit confused.
"Brian, I am going to be blunt. I am a busy woman, and I don't have time for any extra drama." She took another sip of her coffee, just to draw things out, "Are you seeing anyone?"
Whoa. Straight shooter this one. And I thought I didn't stand a chance.
"Well Jolene, that is blunt indeed." I took a sip of my latte, providing equal suspense to what she afforded me. "You would be in luck. I am not presently seeing anyone. What did you have in mind?"
"Had in mind. Perfect choice of words. I had in mind, a bit of a negotiation," she smirked, "if you're up to it, that is."
"I'm listening. Go on..." What is happening here, I thought. I can't pinch myself, she'll see. We'll just have to wait and see how this plays out.
"Well Brian. I gathered from your behavior last night that you were 'into me', as it were. Found me attractive, if you will. I was hoping to capitalize on that..." She sat back and took another lingering sip of her coffee, watching me. In return, I was watching every move she made, not knowing what to expect next.
"Alright, I can admit, I do find you attractive. What do you mean by 'capitalize on that'?" I inquired. I feel like a guilty child, all of a sudden. The pretty girl knows I like her, and now I can't run away. Oh boy, here goes nothing.
Jolene leaned in a bit closer, and adjusted her glasses frames. I could smell a hint of vanilla emanate from her. Damn was this distracting. "Brian, I have a dilemma. I have a crazy schedule, and sometimes I need to travel for work. That can make things difficult for me. What I am looking for is something specific. So I must ask you a few questions first."
She leaned in a bit closer still, and looked me in the eye. If I didn't know any better, I would say I was in an interrogation.
"You are unattached. You find me attractive. Would you be interested in having sex with me, Brian?"
My jaw almost hit the floor. Still in shock of what I heard, I responded, "Yes, please."
"Mmm, please? I like that. But we'll get to that later." She grinned. "You don't seem to be having a problem with a dominant woman. You don't mind a woman in charge, do you, Brian?"
Oh, man. I think we took a left turn at the rabbit hole, and I have no idea where we're going. Nevertheless, my heart is racing and my jeans are beginning to tighten. I think I may just have to stay the course, and see where this ship takes me.
"No, no problem. I find a strong woman to be intoxicating," I replied. Here goes nothing.
"Good, then I am sure we will have plenty of fun!" She smiled deviously, before she went back to her coffee.
We spent the next hour discussing everything from literature to current events. Not that it really mattered much, because the entire time my mind was racing around the fact that she came out and asked me if I would have sex with her. You don't encounter that very often.
Before we went our separate ways, Jolene and I exchanged phone numbers, emails and addresses, the typical information. She told me that she had a meeting to run to, but she would be in touch. She stepped in and gave me a kiss on the cheek, before whispering in my ear, "I look forward to playing with you later. I will be in touch." She turned and left, making sure I had the opportunity to watch her in that skirt.
"Wow," I thought to myself. "How did I slip into this opportunity? Don't mess this up, this could be truly amazing."
I went home, and went on about my day. Working around the yard, running errands. I kept thinking 'this can't be happening.' I kept looking at my phone, thinking she would reach out to me. She had not.
Friday
Three days, and no word from Jolene. What was she doing to me? Had I misunderstood something? I had begun thinking that this was a great tease, and nothing would actually come of it.
That afternoon she called. "Hi Brian, its Jolene. Remember me? Do you remember what we spoke about at the coffee shop on Tuesday?"
My heart raced, I was nervous all of a sudden. "Hiya, Jolene. I remember. How could I forget? How are you?" I chirped, realizing I was speaking much faster than normal.
"I am doing well, thank you for asking. I am thinking we need to get together soon, and make good on our conversation. How does tonight work for you? You don't have any plans, do you? If you do, you may want to reschedule them." She lingered.
"N-no plans tonight, no. What time would you like to get together? Your place or mine?" I was able to get my speech pattern back to normal. I can't believe myself. Why is this so difficult?
"I'll tell you what. Why don't you show up at my place tonight? Seven-thirty, sharp. Bring a bottle of wine with you. You pick it out."
"Wow, ok. Anything else I should know, or should bring?" I asked, not sure yet what she had in mind.
"No, that's it. You and a bottle of wine..." she trailed off. "We'll find out what you're made of."
"Ok, I'll see you tonight then."
"Seven-thirty, sharp. Right?" she inquired.