Phoenix Rising
For those readers that are looking for some sort of revenge scene to be played out against an unfaithful wife, or the devastation of a broken relationship, I will advise you that this is not the story for you. There are times when an indiscretion can actually benefit a relationship. As I am an incurable romantic, the somewhat whimsical conclusion of this story is about one of these occasions
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The next day was Saturday, and neither Dave nor I had anything special that needed attending to, so we spent the morning hours lounging around in bed and just cuddling. It occurred to me that as I lay next to Dave that he really was a marvel of a man. Loving, considerate, sensitive to my needs even if I didn't know I needed attention, he always did. He was a great father to our children too. What more could any woman ask for? Right now, I didn't want to think along those particular lines. I already knew what more I desired in a man.
We spent the rest of the morning unpacking Dave's suitcases and washing the contents. As we were doing so, it became obvious that Dave was decidedly distracted. As the day wore on, he seemed to become more and more pensive. Dave had a doctor appointment mid day for a checkup, and when he returned he seemed a bit better, but still not quite right somehow.
Finally about 6:00 in the evening I asked what was going on with him, almost fearing that he had reconsidered his earlier declaration about doing "whatever made me happy", and was going to probe deeper into the recent change in my behavior. Rather than answer me, he turned, looked me squarely in the eyes with a very appraising gaze and said "What do you say, we go out for dinner. I have something I need to talk to you about." Fearing the worst, my expression must have shown my instant anxiety, because he quickly turned, walked to the bathroom and started the shower.
After a few minutes, Dave emerged from the shower and quickly wrapped a towel around his waist. He gave me an appraising look and told me that I needed to get all dolled up because he had a big surprise for me. At this point, I was totally confused but did as I was asked. The confusion must have shown on my face because he told me that he thought that I would really enjoy my present.
Even though I had supposedly just taken a shower, I elected to take another to touch up my newly shaved areas. I was really getting turned on by the soft smooth feel of my pubic mound and had a sudden thought about having the hair removed permanently by laser treatments. I had never seriously considered this before because the thought of having a stranger between my legs was more than a little disquieting. The new me, however, was finding the idea a bit daring and definitely erotic.
As I emerged from the shower, I discovered that new bottle of lotion had been placed on the cabinet. Taking the hint, I began to apply liberal amounts to legs, hands, arms, and especially my newly exposed labia. Almost at once I began to feel a warming tingling sensation all over my body and the aroma was almost mind numbing, a little bit like a mild alcohol high. I had no idea where Dave was going with this, but I sure liked the direction it was taking.
I put on my "evening out" make-up and did my hair loosely around my face in a way that I knew Dave found especially attractive.
As I entered our bedroom I saw what I presumed to be this evening's wardrobe laid out very neatly across the king size bed. It was what I can only describe as the most beautiful silk evening dress I had ever laid my eyes upon. It was made of sheer silk with the most beautiful gold embroidery I had ever seen. It was done with an exquisite floral design of interwoven chrysanthemums and twisted vines. Lying on the bed next to the dress was an equally beautiful black satin corset and sheer thigh high stockings.
On the floor were High heel shoes to match, but to my astonishment, the heels had to be at least 6 inches high. I had never attempted to wear anything quite that high before, but then again, this was the new me, and I was game for anything.
I looked up from the bed to see Dave standing in the doorway watching my reaction. He obviously appreciated what he was seeing because he had a broad smile on his face. I spread my hands over the new clothing in an unspoken question. Dave only smiled and said "I had this made especially for you while I was last in Thailand. Do you like it?"
"Like it." I gushed "I absolutely love it." "Am I to put it on now"? I asked, already knowing the answer.
Dave looked at me in mock exasperation. "Of course, you're to put it on now. But I expect you may need some help."
I looked at Dave, smiled and winked. "This should prove interesting."