Readers, this is the 5th and final chapter of the Church Family series. Thanks for all the wonderful replies. Thanks also to those that wrote some constructive advice. It's been many years since I've been in English grammar classes and some of those early years of learning don't always resurface when I need it.
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The Carter's life had been stood on it's head. They had enjoyed sexual pleasures that were well beyond what even their vivid imaginations could have conjured up.
There was one thought that kept going through Joe's mind as he lay in his bed before falling asleep: Kim. Yes, with all the new partners he had enjoyed in the past few days, Kim was the one that kept cropping back up in his head.
He looked to his left and saw the love of his life, Liz, resting comfortably. Her face, even in sleep, seemed so full of contentment. This was the happiest he had seen her in many years. Prior to turning over and falling asleep, she had feverishly kissed Joe. Although she was physically and emotionally spent, she still took time to remind him of her love.
Joe put his arm around her and caressed her right breast until she fell asleep. Still, it was Kim that wouldn't (or couldn't) vacate his thoughts.
He had enjoyed the sexual company of Barbara, Katie, and Marcy as well in the past few days, yet to him, those paled in comparison to the pleasure Kim gave him.
In his mind, he still saw Kim's thin naked body standing next to him. Her warm smile, small puffy breasts, and plentiful red bush that covered her wet hole, were just standing there waiting for him to take her and have his way.
Did Kim have these same feelings as well? Or was Joe just another lover whose company she enjoyed?
Although deeply in love with his wife, Joe needed to know if the connection he felt was being reciprocated and if so, needed to know directly from Kim's own mouth how she dealt with such feelings without jeopardizing her marriage.
The next morning, he shared his thoughts with Liz. He knew that honesty was the only way to keep things afloat. Ken and Barbara, as well as Jack and Kim, had advised them to always keep communication open between each other. This will keep jealousies and insecurities from arising and potentially causing damage.
The concept behind the polyandrous relationships is that you are secure enough in your primary relationship to allow your partner to be intimate not just physically but also emotionally. Sharing of your entire being, quite similar to that of a marital relationship.
Joe knew his feelings were more than just sexual. Although he'd always be grateful to Ken and Barbara for introducing them to this lifestyle, Kim was the one woman of the group that he desired more than others.
Joe shared his feelings about Kim. Liz listened intently and without judgment. This was the part that had most worried Joe. What if Liz got upset...or even....jealous? What if her casual attitude suddenly turned deadly serious?
To Joe's utmost surprise, Liz even began to smile as he stumbled around for just the right words.
"That's ok, honey," Liz spoke sweetly to her husband. "What you're feeling is ok with me. I felt the same with Clay last night.'
"While you were massaging my breasts last night as I went to sleep, I kept thinking about Clay and his hairy chest. I know he wasn't the most handsome of the group and certainly not the best package of the group, but this is truly one terrific guy."
"I found myself wanting more of him after we left last night. He already told me that he and Marcy have no hang-ups about getting together separately any time we wish."
"What's your schedule like today," Joe asked his wife. " I have Mr. Peterson coming in at 3 o'clock this afternoon and I need to use the evening to catch up on some paper work."
"Well, Clay is coming by at 10 this morning so I can begin taking over his account. I figured you wouldn't mind if I did that although you were the one that got the business."
Over the years the Carters had always had separate clients. However, it wasn't unusual for one to cover for the other if there were a scheduling conflict. With their computers and files in the same room, it was easy for one to substitute for the other if needed.
Of course, it became obvious to Joe that Liz wanted more than just the business part. What was more interesting from Joe's perspective was that he wasn't at all jealous. With his feelings for Kim, he knew that Liz was also capable of having a deeper relationship, or at least deeper feelings, for someone other than himself.
Joe called Kim and asked to meet her sometime during the day. He told her that the 3-4pm slot was full but he would make himself available any other time that day.
Kim must have sensed some urgency in Joe's voice. "Is everything ok, Joe? Kim inquired. "Yes, but there are some things I would like to discuss alone with you, if that is alright?"
"Of course, sweet thing, that's always ok with me. Where would you like to meet?"
"Can you come to my office at 4 this afternoon?" I will be up front with you and let you know that it's about our lifestyle and I have some serious questions."
"Absolutely!" Kim answered cheerfully. "I'll be happy to spend any time you need. Just have a great day. I love you, babe!"
She loves me? Joe thought to himself. I've heard her say that before. But to both Liz and myself as a couple. Did she share these feelings or does she just casually throw out "I love you" to all the guys?
At 9:55am Clay arrived for his meeting. After Joe greeted him, he led Clay to their office where Liz had been setting up some files on her computer so that she can organize his business. Clay was dressed in a blue golf shirt and comfortable gray slacks.
Liz again found herself staring at the large chunks of mostly gray hair that stood out above the buttons of Clay's shirt. Instinctively, without even thinking about the purpose of Clay's visit, Liz began running her hands near his neckline.
When she finally realized what she was doing, she quickly withdrew her hand from him and apologized for acting unprofessionally.
"That's quite fine with me," smiled Clay. "I had my eyes on your chest as well."
At that point Liz realized that her V-neck blouse was kind of loose and when she reached over to Clay, she had given him plenty of cleavage to enjoy. She also was wearing a pair of Capri pants that did a wonderful job of accentuating her lovely hips and ass.
"OK...for now let's get back to the carpet cleaning business," Liz said somewhat reluctantly. " We can look at chests later, she remarked with a grin that easily told Clay that he could see more later.
Clay took all his prepared paperwork out of his briefcase. It didn't take long before they both realized that he was sharing something even more intimate that their bodies....his personal finances. Liz and/or Joe would be responsible for making sure Clay and Marcy's payroll, insurances, supplies, and all other operating expenses were paid on time. This gave the Carter's privileged information about their most personal finances. Trust was certainly a factor in more ways than one.
As Liz finished her computer files, she took all of the hard copies of Clay's paperwork and put them into the tall metal file cabinet directly behind him. She offered to make copies for him to keep of anything he wanted, but Clay had already done that before arriving.
As Liz was reaching behind Clay to store his folders and its contents, her ass was right at his eye level. He took the opportunity to reach with his right hand and squeeze her left butt cheek.
"You dirty old man," Liz joked as she stood in her place long enough so that Clay could play with her ass as long as he wished.
"You put an ass that nice so close to me and I'm the dirty one?" Clay responded in feigned anger. "Who was grabbing at my chest when I first walked in?"
Passion was filling the room quickly. It was obvious what both wanted. Joe was in the kitchen reading the morning paper when he heard his wife's voice.
"Hey baby, gotta show Clay our bedroom. This may take awhile so don't come looking for us."
Joe couldn't help but smile. He almost didn't recognize this woman he was married to but was so glad she had embraced this new lifestyle. She was truly happy and yet she seemed to be more in love with him than at any other time in their marriage.
Before Clay and Liz had even closed her bedroom door, she had already removed his shirt and was walking behind him, grabbing onto his plentiful chest hair. She guided him down the far end of the hall to Liz and Joe's bedroom.
Once the door was closed, Clay took her into his bulky arms. His hungry lips met hers as they stood at the end of the large bed. Liz had made up the bed just a couple of hours ago but she knew she would have to make it up again before this morning was through.
As their tongues intertwined in heated passion, Clay reached behind Liz and expertly released the dual clasps of her bra with his right hand. As her bra loosened from her body, he reached back up front with the same hand and pushed it under the loosened bra and began to feel up her left nipple.
Liz broke the lip embrace long enough to quickly toss her blue blouse and bra to the floor. Clay stood and stared like a hungry dog at her impressive breasts. He had just seen them the evening before, but today it was just like the first time all over again. They were similar in size to Marcy's, although Marcy had darker nipples and areolas.
He buried his face between the twin orbs while massaging each nipple in his hands. "You are so beautiful, Liz. Joe is such a lucky guy to have such a good wife."
"What about Marcy?" Liz quickly came back at him. " She seems like such a wonderful lady."
