I met my wife while teaching at a West Coast University. She was a student. English Literature was a favorite subject for many Japanese exchange students. Although she was born and grew up in a small town in Northern Japan, she learned English early and excelled in school... earning a scholarship to the school where I had taught for 10 years. When we met, she was 23... I was 45. We married the week after her graduation. The 22-year difference in age didn't seem to bother her; however, that was 10 years ago. Although I stay in relatively good physical condition by running, daily calisthenics and a healthy diet, my sex drive has diminished over the years.
Hiroko is 5 feet 5 inches tall, 115 pounds, beautiful long black hair, sparkling eyes, charming outgoing personality, and a body that would tempt the most pious man to commit adultery... 35 C-cup, 23, 35. She stays physically fit through a dedicated series of aerobic exercises, swimming and tennis. In bed she's a real tiger, especially after a bottle of wine or a few shots of scotch.
To my knowledge she has never cheated on our marriage. In fact, away from home, while in public, she's very conservative in speech, dress, and behavior.
This brings me to the event that dramatically changed our relationship. I retired from teaching five years ago and we moved to the countryside, where I became a freelance, communication consultant. Life is good. We built a Japanese style home on a tall hill surrounded by enchanting meadows and graceful trees. Once a week we drive to a nearby town, about 30 minutes away and do shopping, eat at one of several nice restaurants, and maybe catch a movie. We have a few friends, but most are my age, so Hiroko has adapted to a rather slow paced, predictable existence.
One day, I received a phone call from a former student. He's a rather successful business executive and despite his good looks and pleasant personality has remained unmarried. He was on a business trip in our area and wanted to drop by for a visit. An associate was traveling with him, so he politely asked if his friend could come along as well. I was overjoyed. Tom was one of my favorite students and we enjoyed many heated debates about politics, society, and various other controversial topics. I immediately agreed to the visit and asked where they were staying. They planned to check into a hotel about 100 miles from our. I insisted they spend the night with us, since we had a large guest bedroom.
Hiroko was very excited when I told her about the imminent arrival of Tom and his friend. We seldom have guests over to the house, especially people in their '30s'. She busied herself with preparations. They arrived about 4:30 in the afternoon. Looking out the living room window, I saw the sleek Lincoln Town Car turn onto the long, winding road that leads up the hill to our home. Hiroko was dressed in a colorful Yukata (Japanese Summer Kimono). We greeted them at the door and immediately served cold beer and snacks. Hours passed quickly, as we reminisced and chatted while drinking, eating and laughing. Tom's friend, Darren, is a very handsome black man. His skin is light brown and facial features are very similar to the movie actor, Denzel Washington.
Hiroko was flattered by all the attention she was receiving. Both men showered her with compliments about her good looks and gracious hospitality.
When we ran out of beer and wine, I suggested that they take a bath in our large Japanese-style ofuro (bathtub), while I drive to the nearby village to replenish our booze supply... a 40-minute round-trip.