Candice and Julia arrived just in time to see Max win the final hand at the final table -- stacks of chips were piled high; he smiled as broadly as someone who, well, someone who had just won $10,000. For the second time in two days, Max was uncharacteristically and unguardedly emotional. Normally Max was unaffected, unaffected by women and unaffected by money, but Candice softened him, made him more real, made him something that he hadn't previously been, it was vaguely unnerving but nevertheless exciting.
"Congratulations," said Candice. She hugged Max affectionately and kissed him passionately on the lips. "I'd like you to meet my new friend -- Julia." Julia extended a hand forward and shook Max's hand. "It's nice to meet you; Candice talked about you all afternoon." She pecked him on the cheek.
Candice and Julia were dressed for clubbing: low-cut dresses, high heels, smoky eyes, rich pink lipstick; Max was dressed for Texas hold 'em -- blue jeans and T-shirt. "Come on Max, you're underdressed; we'll help you get ready for the evening," said Candice with raised eyebrows. She interlocked elbows with Julia and tugged Max toward the elevators.
With adrenaline fueled excitement Max gave a blow-by-blow account of his afternoon of card playing -- he'd gone all-in a few times and was lucky that his bluffs weren't called. But the hand that solidified his lead came late in the day -- he drew a pair of Kings and a third king came on the flop. He played it cool; he had an 85 percent chance of winning but his opponent was cocky and confident. They both went all in; his opponent revealed pocket aces and Max's heart sank; his probability of winning declined significantly. Incredibly, the King of hearts was the final river card. After that, it was an easy path to victory.
By the time they arrived on the 24th floor Max was so hopped up he didn't notice that Candice had stopped and inserted her electronic room key. When he realized she wasn't beside him, he retraced his steps, smiled and shook his head. Candice handed Max the room key and said, "Just come in when you're showered and changed." She winked and closed her door.
Julia was lying on the bed with her eyes closed, thinking of all that had transpired. She wasn't sure where the evening was headed, but she was willing to play along, willing to let go and experience something completely new. Candice slid beside her; sexuality wafted through the room. Candice touched Julia's shoulder, "Your skin is still warm; does it hurt?" Candice gently kissed her shoulder and neck.
"No," said Julia with a nervous smile. "I had a wonderful day."
"Me too," cooed Candice. "I'm glad you sat next to me at the pool." She again kissed Julia's neck and shoulder, a little softer and tenderer.
"Serendipity," whispered Julia. "But I've never done this before... have never... you know... been with another woman." Her voice was subdued and tentative.
Candice kissed her softly on the lips, reassuring her that it didn't matter, that it was okay, and that it was meant to be. "You are beautiful," purred Candice. She stroked her cheek and cupped her neck and kissed her again, this time parting her lips with her tongue. Candice toyed with the thin straps of Julia's dress and slowly inched them off, kissing her neck, shoulder and upper arm. She kissed Julia again -- this time Julia's tongue was not passive. Unconsciously, Julia slightly parted her legs.
Candice slowly unzipped Julia's dress; she kissed her neck and collarbone. Julia was under a spell -- she lifted her arms over her head and Candice slipped off her dress. She wasn't wearing a bra and Candice admired Julia's large upturned breasts -- Candice fondled them and sucked her aroused nipples and licked circles around her areola. Julia squirmed with excitement -- the tenderness of a woman's touch was unfamiliar but undeniably stimulating. Candice ran her fingers through Julia's long blonde hair and pulled her close for another passionate kiss.
Sensing that Julia would be less inhibited if they were both naked, Candice unzipped her dress and wiggled out of it -- she raised her eyebrows and smiled devilishly. Candice guided Julia's face to her small tits; Julia kissed Candice's nipples timidly -- Candice moaned and encouraged Julia. Julia flicked her tongue less hesitantly and sucked more naturally, almost wantonly. Candice responded with louder moans. Julia ran her hands through Candice's short black hair and traced an outline over her fine cheekbone. The tipping point was breached -- Julia was all in; they groped and kissed passionately.