The bass from the club pulsed through my veins, each beat a reminder that I was alive in so many more ways than the old me knew possible.
Paul flashed through my mind for a brief moment, but it only came with a sense of fondness; we had each other in many ways, but this? This was mine. Besides, he wasn't going to help me with this at his business meetings. A girl had to make choices.
And make them I did.
Dawn was home and had every emergency number, including mine, if she needed me. I could afford to really enjoy where I was now.
Paris is far away from the constraints of my life back home. My friends had dragged me out, their excitement infectious as they pulled me into the vibrant night. We laughed, drank, and danced, but I couldn't shake the feeling that something--maybe even someone--was missing from it all.
Lisa had been the first to say it. "Okay, girls, we've all got lives back home, but this is Paris; we owe it to ourselves to have the best experience we can get. Nothing held back!"
Of course, I had nodded at the time; it was perfect with what I had planned. Soon, the others agreed as well, and it was settled.
"Oh my God! We could take a page or two out of that lady's book, you know, the one with the blog?" Sophie shrieked.
"Slutty Wife Anonymous?" Leah asked, and I paused. They have been following my adventures, too.
It was nice to see I had some supporters. Maybe being slutty isn't all that bad.
"That's the one!"
"Oh, she is good!"
"Ever seen it, Ashley?"
They turned to me, and I shook my head, all my willpower stuck on hiding my smile. It all felt good. Very good.
"Oh, you have to; she's one wild babe; she gets me going every time. You'd be surprised what you could do with a bit of confidence and a big fuck you to the world."
They had no idea.
With that, it was decided, and we all agreed that what happened in Paris would stay in Paris.
Everything took a different turn from there.
We had decided to visit a bar close to where we were staying just to get a feel for the area. Sophie was a bit more honest.
"--jumping on the first man to wink my way."
"Sophie!"
"Oh please, French men can get it."
I couldn't say I didn't agree with her.
I scanned the room, my eyes landing on two men standing by the bar. They were tall, with dark hair that fell just right and piercing blue eyes that seemed to see straight through me. They noticed me looking and gave a subtle nod, their lips curling into knowing smiles. My heart skipped a beat, and I felt a familiar thrill course through me.
"Go talk to them," Sophie whispered in my ear, her breath warm against my skin. "They're checking you out."
I hesitated for a moment, then nodded. This was it, the moment I'd been waiting for. I needed this. I deserved this. With a deep breath, I made my way over to the bar, my heels clicking on the polished floor.
"Bonsoir," I greeted them, my voice steady despite the butterflies in my stomach.
"Bonsoir, mademoiselle," one of them replied, his French accent sending shivers down my spine. "We were hoping you might join us."
His friend grinned, leaning in slightly. "You look like someone who knows how to have a good time."
I smiled, feeling a rush of confidence. "Maybe I do. It's Ashley by the way, if this is going how I think it's going."
They exchanged a glance, and I could see the challenge in their eyes. "Well, Ashley, perhaps we could show you a better time," the first man said, his hand brushing lightly against my arm. The touch was electric, and I felt myself leaning into it.
"Maybe you could," I agreed, my voice barely above a whisper.
Within minutes, we were outside the cool night air, a stark contrast to the heat of the club. They led me to a sleek black car, opening the door for me with impeccable manners. As we drove through the city, the lights blurred around us, and I felt a sense of anticipation building inside me. This was it, the beginning of another forbidden fantasy.
Their apartment was elegant, with high ceilings and large windows that let in the moonlight. The moment the door closed behind us, they turned to me, their expressions hungry.
"Take off your dress," the first man commanded, his voice low and authoritative.
Without hesitation, I did as he asked, unzipping the back of my dress and letting it fall to the floor. I stood there in just my bra and panties, my heart pounding in my chest.
"Beautiful," the second man murmured, stepping closer. His hands slid up my arms, his touch firm yet gentle. "Tell us what you want, Ashley."
I swallowed hard, my mind racing. "I want... everything," I admitted, my voice trembling slightly. "I want it all."