After the girls went to bed, I lay in mine, waiting until I was sure they were asleep. Cuddling with them as we watched television ensured I'd play with myself before going to sleep. This time Cora would be the star.
I pictured her in the outfit she'd chosen for work. Those pumps complimented her long bare legs, highlighted by the short skirt. She came to my office almost in tears. Someone had made a few suggestive remarks, and I needed to know about it. She described what they said, and I got on the phone and had them fired. She was grateful, sitting in my lap, arms around my neck. She kissed my cheeks, thanking me as I sat, grinning. She didn't stop with my cheeks, kissing my lips as well. After a few quick kisses, she realized she liked it and laid a passionate one on me.
Our tongues played as she managed to unbutton my blouse. Looking down, she saw my bra unhooked from the front. Smiling at me, she lowered her face to suckle.
That's when my alarm went off. I opened my eyes, rolled over, and shut it off. With one big sigh, I got up to dress. I put my robe on and then headed into the kitchen for coffee and something to eat before getting ready for work.
My sweet chicks soon followed. We chatted briefly, downing our coffee, yogurt, and fruit. Then off to get ready for their first day.
Our work week started with two nervous interns. When I saw their outfits the day before, I thought they looked fine, slightly edgy, but okay. When I saw them on the girls, I almost kept them home to devour them. I knew I was going to get a little talking to because they were going to impress in more ways than one.
They first attended a gathering to welcome them. After that, I gave them a tour of the various groups, introducing the people they would be working with. We all knew they wouldn't remember names, and it didn't matter. They would get to know them soon enough.
I left them in good hands with Darla, my PA. She had them fill out emergency contact forms and non-disclosure agreements. By then, it was time for lunch. I picked them up and took them to my office to see what they wanted to eat.
They mentioned a couple of chicken hawks who made comments. I asked if they were rude, and they said no, just a little suggestive, which made them uncomfortable. I noted the names, telling my little chicks they wouldn't say anything like that again to them.
They smiled. We headed down to a food truck for lunch. We ordered and then went back to my office to eat. They told me they really liked the people they'd met so far and were enjoying their day.
After lunch, they met a few more people while I visited the two chicken hawks. Naturally, the men denied it, but they knew when I finished talking if it happened again, there would be repercussions.
Bridget and Cora were in my reception area when I returned, getting to know Darla. I couldn't function as well as I do without Darla. She and I collaborated when the list of interns had been whittled down to five. She's a great judge of character and has never disappointed me. When I walked back in, Darla gave me a knowing smile. She was as impressed as I was with my little chicks.
On the ride home, the girls were giddy, and they continued talking about the people they met and the looks they got. Tomorrow they would go their separate ways, spending more time with the people they had met today. They rotate through the same departments only on different schedules. Then towards the end, they focus on their primary interests.
When we arrived home, it was showers and lounge clothes. This became our routine. When I'm alone, the television usually doesn't come on; I read for pleasure and business. I'll check the news now and then, but it tends to depress me more than it makes me smile. Cuddling with my chicks each night on the sofa and watching silly television shows and movies became my preferred pastime.
We did the grilled chicken thing that first night, splitting a bottle of wine. I heard more about their day and how exciting it was. The rest of the week was easy at work. The girls went their separate ways, and I monitored their progress. Everyone they worked with gave me positive feedback, which made my life easier.
Friday rolled around, and the girls were ready for some time off. All they wanted to do Friday night was lay around the house and vegetate.
We made plans to do some sightseeing on Saturday. It was Summer, and we had two professional sports teams in town. Women's soccer and professional baseball. The girls enjoyed both, so I made a mental note to get tickets for us.
We drove around a local lake. I pointed out hiking trails and places we could swim and rent boats, paddle boards, and kayaks. Then we headed back to the city. As we drove downtown, I mentioned the museum, the concert arena, a couple of nightclubs I thought were popular, restaurants I knew, and a dance club. Not being very social, I wasn't sure about some of the clubs we drove by. One that caught the girls' interest was the Velvet Kitten. I cringed as we passed it, not mentioning it all. I tried to distract them by pointing out a trendy donut shop that makes unique pastries across the street.
But Cora saw the gaudy sign flashing its neon lights even during the day. I'd been there several times and admonished myself for driving down this street.
Cora asked as we passed by, "What's the Velvet Kitten, Wren? It looks interesting."
I pretended I didn't hear her since she was in the backseat."
But Bridget did and relayed the question.
I tried to think of a way to say it is a lesbian pick-up dive, but it came out, "It's a ladies-only nightclub, Cora."
She asked again, "Ladies only?"
Bridget laughed, "She meant to say it's a lesbian club, Cora."
I gave Bridget the stink eye, "Yes, it's a lesbian club."
Then more questions, "Have you ever been there? What's it like inside? Do they have sex in the bathrooms? Are straight women allowed in there? Can we go sometime to see what it's like?"
My answers in order were, "Yes, dirty, no, well, at times, yes, very welcome, we'll see."