Chapter 01: At the Swimming Hole
Our husbands had a great idea. As usual it was great for them, but boring for us. The two of them wanted to pack Maria and me off to the lake for two weeks. We protested; but they just argued about how much we would love the swimming, sun bathing and cool air of the Balcones.
It was apparent they had some plan of their own. We could sense this and finally gave in to the inevitable. Maria's family owned old property on the backside of Medina Lake and assured me that the rancho was a wonderful place to kickback and enjoy. We headed out Friday afternoon for the cabin. After a short trip on the highway, we turned onto a rutted dirt road and began a long slow climb to a plateau and the lake. My doubts started growing the longer we drove and the more remote we seemed to be.
After arriving, Maria showed me around while the men unloaded the luggage. The house was adobe with a veranda looking out over the lake to the northwest. A short distance away the ground continued to slope down, ending with limestone steps that dropped the final ten feet to a rock ledge with water up to the edge. It was a small cove of the lake surrounded by limestone cliffs, I started to warm to the idea, thinking this could be a very sexy vacation. We were in a romantic setting that was secluded and had our men all to our selves.
When we got back to the house, Hal, my husband, took me in his arms, kissed me and said, "Isn't this a beautiful place Louise? I think you'll love two weeks here, rather than sitting around in the hot city."
"Yes," I said. "It's beautiful. I think I'll like it very much." I saw Joe snuggling and kissing Maria. "Very much", I thought to myself.
Several seconds later, Joe stepped back and said, "I'm glad you like the rancho Louise. You and Maria have everything here to enjoy your vacation. Hal and I will be back in two weeks, after our business trip."
"What? You're leaving us alone for two weeks?" I blurted out. "Hal, you never said anything about a trip. Why didn't you mention it?"
"I thought I did dear. Maria said you would love the lake. That you'd prefer this to staying at home by yourself," Hal said.
Without another word, they both gave us quick pecks and scurried out the door. I was left standing with my damp panties feeling like they were dashed with ice water. I turned towards Maria and she had a big grin on her face.
"Don't worry Louise. I've spent many vacations here. I assure you, this will be the best vacation you've ever had," she said, still grinning."
I wondered to myself if she was in on the plan? We were good friends and usually, confided to each other everything, including about our affairs. She even told me about her trysts with women. Was that the plan; to get us alone so Maria could seduce me?
"What do you say we start relaxing right now? We can take a dip and wash the road dust off, then have a drink on the veranda and watch the sunset," she said. Not waiting for me to answer, she turned and walked down towards the lake. I followed.
I had turned from heat to chills to burning with fury. I knew the men had set me up and I was mad as hell. At the shore, Maria stripped off everything and stepped into the water. She gingerly stepped down again as if searching for steps to take her farther into the water. She said, "Don't dive in here. There's a danger of hidden rocks everywhere."
I did as she had, stripped and walked into the lake. I felt her eyes locked on my golden pussy. They were almost burning, so I hurried into the water, ignoring the sharp stones underfoot. The lake water still retained some of the day's heat so it was relaxing and comfortable. After bathing for a while, Maria said, "Let's go get those drinks."
She walked out of the water ahead of me, slipped into her sandals and picked up her clothes. I thought she had the right idea. No need to put dirty clothes back on after just getting clean. The water had been comforting and I didn't want to ruin the relaxed mood I was feeling. Maria was headed up the slope then paused, waiting for me. She linked her arm into mine and moved closer to me.
When we reached the veranda Maria let go of my arm and walked into the house. She came back out with a bottle of Riesling and two glasses in her hand. "That's Hal's favorite!" I immediately thought. "So this must be his contribution to my seduction. A doomed seduction! I don't like being tricked."
She filled the two glasses, handed one to me and took the other, lying down on a lounge chair. She didn't bother getting dressed. Feeling more comfortable, I decided not to get dressed either. We lay there chatting and watching a colorful sunset across the upper end of the lake. We also did a lot of glancing at each other's bodies. Her breasts were larger than mine, firm and upright. Her pussy was neatly trimmed into a strip, the hair stopping just above her lips.
I could understand why both men and women found her so desirable. Then I began wondering what she was thinking. I was comparing our bodies. I wondered if she was comparing our bodies as well. I hoped she found mine as attractive as I found hers? I had to stop thinking like this. I wasn't going to let myself be trapped into their plan.
I noticed the sun was almost gone now and the wine was empty.
I looked at her as she said, "Let's turn in. We'll get a good night's sleep and tomorrow I'll show you around the area. I know a beautiful swimming hole where we can do whatever we like, there's also a nice ledge for sun bathing."
I followed her into the house. She led me to the bedroom where I found our luggage. There was one large bed in the middle. I looked at her a bit concerned and asked, "Is this the only bedroom?"
"No, it's the only one prepared now," she answered. "We'll share the bed tonight. My grandparents raised eight children in this house so there's more than enough room for just two. We can clean up another room tomorrow, if you want." I watched as she walked through a door and turned on a light in a bathroom.
I just stood stunned. My mind was racing as I thought about the day's events. My reluctance the entire trip up here especially after seeing the seclusion, feeling comfortable with the beautiful setting I had warmed to the idea of spending a short vacation here with Hal. Remembering his kisses and the dampness that occurred.
But such hopes were dashed when the men left and I spent the day wondering if Maria would try to seduce me. It had taken me until dusk to accept that I could avoid a lesbian encounter, but the wine had me thinking, "Why or why not?" Now there was no avoiding sleeping in the same bed with my beautiful, sensuous friend. My mood now was not.
I could at least try. I opened my bag, pulled out a non-suggestive shirt and panties. I realized Maria had continued talking while in the bathroom and I hadn't heard a word. "I'm through," she said, walking out of the bath. "Your turn. I'm going to brush my hair here in the bedroom."
Maria startled me out of my thoughts. She was still fully naked. I quickly slipped into the bath. I was met with another surprise, a beautiful surprise. Along the right wall were two copper washbowls set in a tile covered counter. Beyond, sat a large copper tub. The Talavera tiles extended as a half wall around the tube to a linen closet door, then into a large shower.
The tiles had a common pattern, but no two were exactly alike. The motif consisted of four delicate flowers, each sitting on the green leaves of a larger flower with an opening blossom. The arrangement was centered inside another single large bloom. The colors exuded sensuous temperatures, reds, yellows, and oranges against various shades of green forming the leaves and stems in the background.
Along the left wall were wood bars for face clothes and towels, also a pair of wood saloon doors. I peeked over the doors and saw a commode and bidet. It was a water closet. The urge hit me hard, so I put my things on the counter. I stepped into the closet to use the toilet after a long day. I kept looking at the bidet and thought, "I'll have to try that while I'm here. Is it really as pleasant as they say?"
I finished, went back to the washbowl, ran some warm water and began lightly bathing. I brushed my teeth then picked up my shirt and panties. I put it back down and pulled out a vial of perfume. Dabbing a little on the delicate places of my body, I was ready for bed. I was tired of the mental yo-yoing. I walked back into the bedroom ready for whatever may happen.
Maria was already in bed, covered by a sheet. I could see she was asleep from her light, steady breathing. I guess she meant what she said, "A good night's sleep." I turned off the light and crawled under the sheet next to her. Luckily, I fell asleep in seconds with no more thoughts of the day.