JEN
By Sloann Nichols
I was relieved after a scalding shower and lie back to relax on the shitty corporate apartment sofa with my Bordeaux. I'd just worked the shift from hell at the ER and couldn't wait for some downtime.
A small stereo on the bookshelf caught my eye. Remembering that I had found a new artist I couldn't get enough of the other day, I was eager to connect my Bluetooth and blast one of the slower songs on the album while I finished my second glass before heading to bed.
Second glass down, I was feeling a nice buzz and decided to have a third, promising myself it would be the last one. Finishing the final swig then closing my eyes and lying back again, I was transported out of the crappy apartment and taken to a tranquil place.
I've no idea how long I lay there like that, but I awoke with a jolt feeling someone's presence. Jumping out of my skin, I noticed Jen sitting on the armchair beside the sofa watching me intently. "Jesus, Jen! You scared the shit out of me!" I scolded. The music has stopped playing. I wondered how long I was out.
She let out a soft laugh and shook her head, an apologetic look on her face. "I'm really sorry, I just got caught up in the moment...Can I share something with you?" she asked hesitantly. "Um, sure," I responded, casually shrugging my shoulders to appear indifferent, though the anticipation was killing me. Her question surprised me since we'd never been that close. We barely knew each other, only having been roommates for two months working agency at the hospital down the street. What could she possibly have wanted to reveal to me?
"Well, I hope you don't think I'm strange for saying this," she started before pausing for an extended moment. Despite our differences, I couldn't help but notice her stunning looks. She really was a beautiful sight. Her sun-kissed skin and toned physique were complemented by flowing, dark blonde locks. Always dressed impeccably, a fan of trendy, skimpy tops - that day being no exception in a barely-there silky crop top that emphasized her perky chest. It was evident she wasn't wearing a bra as her nipples visibly protruded through the thin fabric.
I was surprised when I found myself a little turned on, especially being ten years her senior. I tried not to let her catch me staring and waited for her to finish her thought. When she didn't, I realized I was still in a towel and my legs were spread widely. Looking up as I closed them, I noticed her gaze fixated on my open legs. Trying to hide my blush, I looked down. Surely, she saw under it. I must have been very relaxed when she woke me.
When I finally raised my eyes, with apprehension, she gazed at the floor and proceeded, "I just, um...wanted to let you know the reason behind my stares...and it's...well, like this...um...I find you irresistible." She continued her focus on the floor while I was taken aback but eager to ease her discomfort. "Hey, it's okay. Thank you so much. I find you incredibly sexy as well," I admitted. I couldn't believe those words came from me.