Tess was a single mom, her husband has died some years earlier in a vehicle accident, she wasn't wanting for anything as a result of the accident, except for male company. Her twin daughters were turning 18, leaving for collage and both were expected to join the Navy on graduation. So looking forward more than the coming 18th birthday bash, she was expecting to become a little lonely, an empty nester and all that brought into focus.
The day arrived, and the three women enjoyed the first few hours, opening presents, preparing for their guests and ensuring that everything was OK!
The afternoon rolled around and the house was not so much packed but there were about 20 or so guests and another 10 family members, including both their grandparents, an aunt and an uncle plus a couple of cousins.
The party was well into the late evening when family members were leaving, and many of the other guests also. The Twins were happy with the gifts they had received, many of which would be of assistance when they moved to College, including a large digital tv and associated software, which would enable Netflix and Disney and internet due to additional hard and software.
The party was more than winding down when pool usage went up, the neighbours son, several other females and the twins, donned swim wear and were involved in games and just mucking around.
Tess managed to don her bikini, while the evening was still reasonably warm and she kept the food and drinks available as those who wanted them had access at all times.
She was sitting on one of the lounge chairs, situated just outside the pario door when the neighbour's son approached. Tess acknowledged him and he sat on the matching chair just to her left. They chatted for a little while until he seemed to run out of items to talk about. Tess became aware that he wanted to ask something but due to his age was somewhat embarrassed.
So she decided to directly ask, "Well Cy, how is it going to be for you, Not having the twins here to assist with your studies, and possibly being alone in the pool here?"
Cy, short for Cyril, blushed and Tess smiled at the bright red colour of his face. She sat and waited for him to settle and answer her question. After some time, she had to stand and move to the kitchen to get a couple of drinks. On her return he was still sitting there but seemed to have settled down. He glanced at the pool and the quieter antics going on. Tess followed his gaze and she smiled, "I think they are running out of steam, don't you think?"
Cy turned his gaze to Tess and finally replied, "Yes I think so!"
Tess then repeated her earlier question. "Well Cy, how is it going to be for you, Not having the twins here to assist with your studies, and possibly being alone in the pool here?"