She Hires A Handyman 750 Words

This story was written for the 2025 Literotica 750 Word Challenge, below this line are exactly 750 words:

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Handyman wanted. Carpentry, painting, light landscaping, light plumbing. Pay commensurate with experience. Special benefits for right candidate.

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Beth spread the classified ads section of the local newspaper out on the kitchen table. She points to the listing for David's benefit. They live in a rural town, and the small newspaper is still the go-to for things like that.

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Shit!

" he protests. "

Your

phone number!"

"Damn straight it is, David! There are only 24 hours in a day, and you are not keeping up with

anything!

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He moans, "Like stuff at the guesthouse so we can sell it."

"Yeah. Kitchen has no sink, and the garage door? You haven't touched it in months! Same goes for here!"

"So what's your plan? 'Special benefits', however?"

"You know what I mean. I warned you that was a possibility. Help like this is impossible to find and hard to keep around here."

Dave sighs, stares at the floor, and shakes his head.

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Bethany's cellphone rings. She runs across the living room to catch it.

"Hello?"

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"Yes, still looking for someone."

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"Lots of small projects."

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"That? Bonus for completed tasks."

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"When are you available to meet?"

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"Works for us. I'll text the address."

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"Very good. See you then."

"Well?" David snarks. "Short conversation."

"Tomorrow at 1:30. You're going to help me talk to him, right?"

"Of course. What'd he sound like?"

"Not a kid, at least. We'll see when he gets here."

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Ding Dong!

Dave answers the door.

"Hi. You must be Paul."

The visitor is a slender gentleman, pleasant appearance, mid-thirties.

"Yes. I'm here about the ad."

"Come on in. Beth is dealing with the dog. David."

He offers a handshake. "A pleasure." Quick, but firm.

"Nice to meet you. Nice house, but I see why you're looking for someone."

"A lot of little things I don't have time to mess with. There she is."

"Hi. I'm Paul."

"Glad you're here. I'm Bethany." Dressed expecting guests, she extends a hand for a gentle handshake. David notices her pupils widening. Apparently this candidate meets her expectations, at least in physical appearance and general demeanor.

"Where do we start? I've been doing some work around the corner."

"That was you? Good job on that fascia! You probably noticed we're in the same boat."

"I did. There's apparently more."

"There is. Let's show you around. You'll need that clipboard. A lot of little stuff, and some not-so-little. You okay with that?"

Paul is shown things in the house that are broken or simply worn-out. Ending the tour, the three of them sit at the kitchen table to discuss priorities.

"Time and material is fine," David offers. "When can you start?"

"Committed all next week. Monday the 16th okay?"

"That works," Bethany nods to David.

"Oh. We didn't talk about the bonus mentioned on the phone."

"Completion incentive. We'll determine that at the time for each project." Beth has a knowing smirk. Dave rolls his eyes at her.

"Very well. See you Monday week."

Beth sees Paul to the door. On closing it, she asks David, "Did you notice?"

"Notice what?"

"No wedding ring."

"Doesn't mean anything, especially on a craftsman."

"I'll take that gamble."

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The 16th arrives; Paul shows up early and ready to work. He catches the couple in their bathrobes. Beth shrugs her shoulders, "I still need to bathe. Will that be a problem?"

"No, all my work is outside today."

"Thank you. Dave will be out shortly."

Paul's task stretches the entire day. He cleans up and tosses his tools into his truck.

Knock Knock!

Beth answers, wearing a cute, revealing babydoll dress. She reflexively tugs on the top before it exposes a nipple. Too late.

Paul stammers, "Fascia's done."

"Lemme see!" She steps outside. "Nice job! Dave has your check. Come in!"

Paul follows, unable to keep his eyes off of Beth's hint of butt cheeks. David is at the kitchen table with check in hand.

"Thank you! Pardon me, but I couldn't help but notice how lovely Bethany is. I see very few slender and pretty women in my work. You're a lucky guy."

"Thank you."

"Uh... completion bonus? Check's for what's on the work ticket."

"Bethany will handle that."

"You don't mean..." The bulge in his jeans is evident.

"Dear?" David moans. "He's ready."

"Paul? I have something needing attention in the bedroom."

She directs Paul down the hallway and into the room. The tossed dress visibly arcs down the hallway before she closes the door, reminding David of the consequences of his slacking-off.

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