American MILF
Author's Note: Any resemblance to any person living or dead is purely coincidental. All characters are over the age of 18 and are all fictional.
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1:45 p.m.
A sleek black Bentley Brooklands pulled up to the curb. The driver's side door opened, and Nora Madsen stepped out. The sound of her stiletto heels clicked on the pavement as she made her way to her office in Beverly Hills.
At the age of fifty-four, she had the looks of a woman ten years younger. Her hips swayed with a grace that made each step a deliberate and mesmerizing movement that drew the eyes of passersby. Her auburn hair cascaded down her shoulders in lustrous waves, contrasting beautifully with the emerald depths of her eyes that sparkled with ambition.
Nora became the most sought-after realtor through sweat, blood, and tears.
Despite her success, Nora felt a creeping sense of irritation, frustration, and stress. She felt the burden of the last few years pressing down on her. These past months had been a whirlwind of meetings, showings, and deals that had her juggling more properties than she cared to count.
Her phone rang in her Chanel handbag, and with a sigh that was a blend of annoyance and resignation, she fished it out.
"Yes, Morgan?" Nora answered.
"Hi, Mrs. Madsen. I just wanted to let you know that your 2:00 p.m. appointment is here."
"I'm on my way up," she replied before hanging up. "My God, I can barely get a breather," she muttered, walking into the lobby.
She couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss. The thrill of the deal had been replaced by a monotonous daily grind--like some kind of machine just going into autopilot.
She stepped into the elevator and smoothed her dress. She wanted to make sure every curve was accentuated. She took out a small mirror from her purse and fixed her lipstick. She didn't only do it for her clients--Nora enjoyed the power that came with playing the part.
Her daughter and her husband kept telling her that it might be time for her to retire, but she had always loved her job.
The elevator doors parted, revealing the carpeted hallway that led to her corner office.
Thinking about what was to come made her feel uneasy. Was she truly ready to move on? Could she be at the height of her success one day--an ambitious business mogul--only to become an apple-pie-baking old lady the next day?
Nora shook her head.
You're overthinking again, Nora.
Nora walked through the large glass doors. Her assistant, Morgan, greeted her.
"Good afternoon, Mrs. Madsen!" she chirped.
"Hi, Morgan," Nora smiled. "Just give me a couple of minutes. I'll let you know when to send the next clients in."
"Of course, Mrs. Madsen."
Nora went into her corner office, placed her purse inside her closet, and sat in her office chair. After a few minutes of gathering herself, fixing her hair, and taking a deep, centering breath, Nora picked up the phone and dialed Morgan's extension.
"Morgan, go ahead and send them in."
The door opened, and a tall man walked in. He seemed to be middle-aged, dressed in a tailored Armani suit and an AP watch that peeked from beneath his cuff, accompanied by a smug grin that screamed entitlement.
The woman was blonde and clearly younger than him, with over-highlighted hair and what looked like a little too much Botox. Nora's eyes flickered down to the three-pearl bracelet on her right wrist and the pearl necklace that hung around her neck.
Usual Hollywood Couple.
"You must be, Nora Madsen?" he smirked.
"The one and only," she smiled. "And you must be the McAlister's?"
The man shook her hand with a grin across his face. "Tom McAllister," he stated, "and this is my lovely wife, Stephanie."
Nora forced a smile. She couldn't help but notice the way Stephanie's eyes lingered on her, sizing every inch of her. Her eyes seemed to linger on Nora's breasts, which prompted Nora to arch her back to give her a full view of what she didn't have.
Stephanie's eyes traveled the length of Nora's dress all the way down to her heels. Nora had seen that look countless times; it was a combination of envy and curiosity. She took no offense; she understood that in the pursuit of power and prestige, especially in L.A., everyone was busy sizing each other up.
Take a good look, sweetheart. There's no plastic here... bitch.
Nora muttered in her mind.
"Please take a seat." Nora gestured towards the comfortable chairs facing the front of her large mahogany desk. "Can I get you something to drink? Water, coffee, tea, wine..."
"No, I'm good. Thanks," Tom replied.
"Yes, I'm good as well," Stephanie answered.
Nora sat down at the head of the table, her posture as impeccable as her makeup. "Very well... So, what can I do for you today?" she asked.
Tom's gaze flickered from Nora's cleavage to her face. The way he looked at her made Nora's skin crawl.
Fucking pig.
Tom leaned back in his chair. "Well,... we're looking for something... unique. Something that screams 'Hollywood' without being too over the top."
Something that screams 'Hollywood' without being too over the top... What the fuck does that mean? We're in Hollywood, dumbfuck; everything is always over the top.
Nora thought, but she was no stranger to some of the ridiculous asks of her clients.
She nodded with a fake smile. "I think I might have just the place. This is an exclusive property in Hollywood Carson Hills, with a stunning view and all the amenities you could ever want. It's a mix of classic with just the right touch of modern."
"It's... magnificent," Stephanie breathed, her boredom momentarily forgotten as she stared at all the luxury.
Nora straightened her posture, arching her back just enough. Tom's eyes flickered downward, drawn to the soft swell of her breasts. The wife was completely oblivious to the exchange happening just mere feet away from her.
Nora wore a sleek dark blue dress by Nina Ricci. It hugged her figure in all the right places while keeping a classic style. The dress highlighted her age-defying curves that had been meticulously maintained through countless tennis matches, yoga, and Pilates sessions. The neckline was low enough to offer a glimpse of her delicious cleavage.
Nora could see the way Tom's eyes roamed over her body. In true L.A. fashion, it didn't even matter that his wife was sitting next to him.