{Thank you to Pixiehoff for editing this story.}
The next morning Nige and all the Foxes dressed for their meeting with the Secretary of Defense Christa Preston. They all decided to meet in the hall then head down to the hotel restaurant on the main floor for breakfast.
Nige dressed very nicely with a grey suit, white shirt and light purple tie. Being a widower he was never sure who he would meet but always wanted to look presentable. He then slapped cologne on his neck and cheeks.
Pippa dressed in a black pantsuit and white button up blouse. Whenever not on a mission she always dressed professionally, it is what she was comfortable in. She applied dark red lipstick and eyeshadow.
Jane was similar in style. She wore a turquoise sleeveless top and black slacks. It was summer and she didn't want to be too hot. She pulled her hair back in a tight ponytail and applied light pink lipstick.
Hypatia dressed in a plain but stylish red t-shirt and black dress pants. She applied red lipstick, along with blush and eyeshadow. She always knew just how much to apply and never looked over done up.
They all met in the hallway and headed down to the restaurant. After they ordered their food, Nige decided to tell them about the new member joining their team.
"So I think this will be as good a time as any to let you all know there is a new Fox that will join our team."
"No," Hypatia shot back. "We are fine with three, we don't need a fourth Fox."
"We will meet her when we get back to California," Nige continued, totally ignoring Hypatia's argument. "She is a United States Army Specialist, Green Beret, Special Forces. She will be a great asset to our team."
Pippa and Jane were excited about a new member, Hypatia on the other hand was totally against it. She didn't like change and didn't relish the fact she would have to warm up to a new member.
"Nige," Pippa spoke up. "If we are meeting the Secretary of Defense shouldn't we be in Arlington?"
"Normally yes," he began his reply. "But she did have a meeting with the president over this so she is in Washington D.C. now."
"So will we also meet the President?" Jane asked excitedly.
"It's possible," Nige said. "But I only got the name of Christa Preston."
They all got special transport to the White House and then were escorted to a Situation Room conference room in the West Wing. Shortly after Christa Preston entered along with the President of The United States Edward Hoffmann. Nige and the Foxes all stood up out of respect.
Nige immediately noticed Christa and was enamored with her. He straightened his tie, fixed his hair with his hand and stood up straight.
Christa stood at five foot seven with very dark brown hair that fell just below her shoulders, brown eyes and a 34C bust size.
She was fifty years old but with makeup looked younger.
"Mr. Edwards," Christa said warmly and shook his hand. "Welcome and thank you for coming. I have asked President Hoffmann to join us."
"Mr. President," Nige said, extending his hand.
"Mr. Edwards," he replied and shook Nige's hand.
"This is my team. Dr. Jane Inverhouse."
"Mr. President," Jane replied with her hand out.
"Dr. Inverhouse," he replied and they shook hands.
"This is Prof. Pippa Taylor," Nige continued.
"Mr. President."
"Prof. Taylor," he replied and they shook hands.
"Finally Hypatia Walker."
"My what a lovely name," he said.
"Thank you Mr. President," Hypatia responded and they shook hands.
"What about," Christa began and looked in her file. "Specialist Ashlyn Carter?"
"She will be arriving the day after tomorrow. We will head back to California tomorrow and I will brief her on the mission."
"Please everybody sit." President Hoffman said. "Let's discuss what will happen. I want to get this over without anybody knowing about it. The more people that know the more our secrets could be at risk."
The meeting ended and the Foxes had to rest of the day off to do what they wanted. Nige stayed behind to continue to converse with Christa. Pippa wanted to talk to Hypatia about what happened in the hotel room.
"Hypatia, wait can I talk to you?"
Hypatia rolled her eyes before she turned to face Pippa.
"I just want to talk to you about that night in the hotel. What was that?"
Hypatia had no reaction facial or body.
"I mean like I felt it, did you too?"
Hypatia sighed annoyed. "You were scared of the weather, I let you stay with me and we had sex, then you went back to your room."
"But did you feel something? Because I did. And If I did, and you did, then I was thinking..."
"Then stop thinking," Hypatia cut her off. "Look Pippa, it was sex, not a monumental event. Even if you were a virgin, it's still not a huge deal. It was just sex we were both there and the time and the mood hit and we did it. It was real and it was great and it was really great. That's the end of this discussion."
Hypatia turned and continued on her way leaving Pippa standing there crushed. Pippa rubbed her eyes as tears pricked. She wondered what Ashlyn would be like. In fact all the Foxes wondered. All except for Hypatia were anxious and excited by it. It would help lessen the load of extensive missions. With her military training she would have to be strong and have endurance.
Christa woke early the next morning to the sound of some rustling. She sat up in the bed, her comforter covering her nude body. She saw the silhouette of Nige buttoning up his shirt. She thought back to the night just ending. She had accepted Nige's suggestion that she join him for a drink, and one thing had led to another. She had been pleasantly surprised to realize that his interest in her was not just a business matter. Surrounded as he was with the pretty Foxes, Christa had assumed that he must have some interest in younger women and that, like many men his age, he would not be attracted to her. She had been delighted when he had accepted her invite back to her room, and had readily agreed when he had suggested that they "get to know each other better." She had found him a considerate and passionate lover, and had been both surprised and delighted when he had made sure she orgasmed before he did so himself. She looked over at him as he dressed.
"Leaving so soon?" Christa asked softly.
"I'm sorry I didn't mean to wake you," Nige replied. "I've got a plane to catch"
"When can I see you again?"
"After this mission I will see if I can get some time off. I want to see you again too."
"Maybe I can come with you? Maybe I can help?" Christa asked hopefully.
"I refuse to put you in possible danger. I promise I will be back."
"Are you sure you have to go now?" Christa asked and removed the covers showing her nude body.
"You make it so hard," Nige replied, with a grin at the double meaning that could be attached to his words, as he leaned and kissed Christa softly on the lips, then left.