....picking up from the last few paragraphs of "KarenβPart 2; Chloe's chapter..." we begin
KarenβPart 3; Karen's chapter
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It was a Friday night. I wasn't really tired, but I didn't feel like going out either. The bars would be packed, and all the players would be on the hunt. I decided to relax and spend the evening in front of the TV.
The phone was ringing as I entered the house. Glancing at the caller ID I was a bit shocked; it read Karen O'Connell. Up to then Karen and Bill were simply fond memories. I perked up knowing I was going to talk to an old friend.
"Well, hello stranger," I answered smiling. "To what do I owe this pleasure?"
I could feel Karen's smile through her voice, "It has been too damn long since we've seen each other. Boy have I missed you Mr. Tim Miller. Do you realize you haven't called me once in nearly three years?"
Although her voice was friendly, she was wasting no time in moving our relationship to the top of her list. I went into evading tactics. As much as I wanted her before, I knew things were different now as my sexual habits had changed considerably!
"Like wise" came my reply in a friendly tone, "so how are you and Bill getting along?"
I needed to know their status before I would even consider her opening remarks. I also felt a little sheepish as I really didn't know their situation, and after all the time we spent together I should have known.
"I've been divorced for nearly two years. Bill and I ended things quickly; not as quick as you and Mary, but still, it was quick."
All of a sudden I was the one feeling foolish and neglected. First, I should have known she was divorced because the caller ID displayed her maiden name. But then, I couldn't really say anything since I hadn't called her, but I was surprised Karen did not call me sooner since she seemed to be very desirous of me back when. Egos are interesting critters.
"So what have you been up too?" was my small talk reply. It seemed so trite; however it was the best I could do under the circumstances.
"Tim, I am not sure if how we felt towards each other when we were married was real, or just a pleasant diversion to our screwed up marriages. I will say I haven't met anyone with whom I connected as I did with you. That's why I am calling."
Karen was getting right to the point. I always liked this quality about her. One never had to guess where they stood, and right now I felt like I was on the hot seat with it being turned to high.
"Listen," she continued, "why don't you come over for dinner and let's catch up, face to face."
"Sounds good to me," I responded, "lets pick a date. What works for you?"
"Tonight," was Karen's simple reply.
The hands on the clock told me 6:30 pm wasn't late enough to be an excuse. My hesitation did not go undetected.
"Hey, if you're seeing someone I'll back off." was her next statement.
My response of "No" was drawn out a bit too much.
"Look, its dinner. We can catch up on our lives without any agenda. We'll know if there's any chemistry within the first half hour. If there isn't we will have caught up with a nice meal and some good wine; which you are bringing by the way. And if there is, I'm sure we'll know exactly what to do."
I started chuckling. There was something about Karen which I couldn't resist.
"Okay, tonight it is. What time should I be there?" was my smiling response.
"Twenty minutes ago!" came her laughter filled answer. Karen gave me her new address. It was a town house in a nice section of town. Her settlement with Bill must have been very much in her favor.
"All righty then; let me shave, take a quick shower, stop by the wine shop and I should be there by eight."
Karen's response was quick, "Looking forward to seeing you."
When Karen answered the door she looked ten years younger. Her hair was shorter in a page boy cut. She wore a very chic black sleeveless blouse. As always she presented her breasts well. I could see the lace of her black bra as it formed her cleavage. A string of pearls hung seductively close and the heady scent of her perfume toyed with my senses.
A tapered, knee length, tan linen skirt hugged her waist and thighs. A thin black belt accented her outfit. Adorning her legs were black stockings which flowed into a pair of sexy, six inch, strapless heels. Her lips and nails were coordinated with a very erotic shade of rose.
It took less than ten seconds to know the chemistry was still there. I wanted to take her into my arms and kiss and hug her like I've never done with any woman before. It was a POW type of feeling. Although she looked great, it was her smile and eyes which instantly captured me.
We gave each other a nice hug and lingered just a bit before we looked at each other.
Karen smiled and said, "Boy, are you a sight for sore eyes?"
Her rose lips found my mouth and her kiss said more than just hello.
Smiling I said, "It is good to see you too."
I meant every word.
Dinner was great. We fell so comfortably back into our friendship. It was as if the years never passed. Eventually the conversation turned to relationships, and I did my best to steer it into generic waters. Karen sensed I was nervous about the topic, but she didn't realize why I was nervous.
I knew deep within my soul, Karen was the woman I desired as a partner, friend and significant other. I also knew I needed a certain level of sexual intensity and Karen was an unknown in this equation. She would probably be a good lover, but what I needed was someone who lusted for deeper, kinkier sex.
Typical of Karen, she asked point blank if I was 'fucking' anyone.
Smiling, I stared into my glass of wine and spoke softly.