The announcement that the office was closing due Covid concerns came around mid-morning. Bernard was not the least bit disappointed. He knew Rose was working from home and it would be exciting for a little love in the afternoon, particularly since they didn't do anything last night. Even though the kids would be there, they were old enough to understand what went on behind closed doors between their parents.
He was surprised that the house was so quiet when he entered, although he expected Eric and Kelly were locked in their rooms as they usually were. "Rose, I'm home," he called out, breaking the silence.
* * *
Rose quickly patted the bed covers back into some semblance of order and then returned to the bathroom, entered the shower, turned it on and shivered from the cold water until it warmed up. She needed to wash off the remnants of all the sex she'd had since the last shower.
By that time, Bernard entered the bathroom.
Rose had been expecting him to appear and was prepared to feign surprise. "Hey, babe, what are you doing home?"
"Office closed due to Covid."
"Oh, wow. I'll be out in a sec."
"Okay." He considered offering to join her, but she turned off the spray before he could. But he stood there watching.
Rose smiled. "You're just going to stand there?"
"I never get tired of seeing you naked."
She grabbed her towel. After drying off, she stepped out and over to her husband. She kissed him firmly on the lips. "I was just about to go to the grocery. Anything special you'd like for dinner?"
"Whatever you were going to fix is fine."
"Pork chops."
"Sounds good." He reached out and tweaked her nipple.
Rose giggled. "Save that for later." She dressed quickly, then the two headed for the kitchen, only to find 19 year-old Kelly and 18 year-old Eric eating lunch.
"Dad, what are you doing home?"
"I live here," Bernard quipped.
"Ha-ha."
Bernard gave the reason.
"Anybody need anything from the grocery?" Rose asked.
"No," Kelly responded.
Staring at his stepmother, which did not escape his father's notice, Eric said, "I need some things. Can I come with you?"
She shrugged. "I guess."
Kissing her husband, Rose said, "Be back shortly." A minute later, they were gone.
"Well, that's interesting," Bernard commented.
"What?"
"That Eric would want to go to the grocery with your mother. He's never wanted to do that. In fact, I don't think he even likes her. But I've seen the way he looks at her. Is something going on? Should I be worried?"
Kelly frowned. "Worried? What do you mean?"
"Your mom said that you and Eric were suddenly getting along," Bernard revealed. "Does that go for her, too?"
"Eric and I . . . worked it out yesterday," she explained. "I guess I was able to convince him to work it out with her also." But she did also think it was odd for Eric to go with her mother even after all they did today. Was he hoping for a handjob or blowjob in the car?
"Well, then, I guess that's good," Bernard commented. "Thank you for making that effort."
Kelly saw him checking her out as he said that. So, she did the same. Was that a bulge in his crotch? "It's time we all get along."
"I agree. Well, I think I'm going to go shower."
There was something odd about that conversation, Kelly thought. But she wasn't sure what. Almost as if Bernard suspected something was going on between her mother and his son. Why would he?
But she suddenly became curious about something else. Her mother had made a point of noting that Eric was bigger than his father. Was that true or just to boost Eric's ego? Bernard was in the shower. Perfect opportunity for a peek.
Walking down the hall, she could hear the shower running. The master bedroom door was ajar. Interesting. Easing in, likewise the bathroom door was ajar. An invitation?
Her first thought when she glanced in was that her mom might need glasses because what she saw hanging between Bernard's legs was something she'd love to have shoved between her legs. From this distance, there was no discernable difference between him and his son. So, it was an exaggeration.
* * *
"Well, this is unusual having you come to the grocery with me," Rose remarked as they rode. "Is there a purpose? You want a handjob or a blowjob?"
"No, uh, well, I wouldn't turn either down," he added with a grin. "I really do need things from the grocery. Deodorant, things like that. Just thought it would be easier to pick them out myself." He looked down then back at her. "I also wanted to apologize for being so difficult for so long."
"Well, you have been, but I accept your apology. So, all it took was a few good fucks, huh?" Now, Eric was embarrassed. "Uh, well, uhโ"
"I'm just messing with you. I get that it was a big change in your life having me come in, and with a daughter."
"It was. But there was no reason for me to be like that."
"Well hopefully, that's all behind us."
"It is." Then Eric nervously asked. "So, how is this going to work with the three of us?"
Rose chuckled. "Well, it's not an obligation. We do it when we can. And if it gets to be a problem, or out of hand, we stop. Although, you and Kelly might have more opportunities than the three of us. I still have to go to work. And it sounds like your dad will be home for a while, so you might not have any chances at all. None of us might until this damned virus is gone."
"Are you sure you're okay doing this behind dad's back?" Eric wanted to know.
"It's just sex, Eric," Rose stated firmly. "Nothing will come of it. It doesn't change how I feel about your dad, and it's not going to. Remember that." Then to lighten it up, she grinned. "Think of it as a mother just spending quality time with her children."
* * *
It was an odd afternoon. Even more so than Eric going with Rose to the grocery. He didn't hang out in his bedroom like he usually did. He sat in the living room where he could clearly see Rose sitting at the dining table working.
Of course, she was dressed in a short skirt and was showing off a fair amount of thigh. Even Kelly thought she looked hot. Eric was like a lovesick puppy.
And then, Bernard wasn't far away with his eye on both his son and his wife as though waiting for Eric to make a move. He was like the guard dog.
It was all too weird for Kelly, so she retreated to her room until called for dinner. Meal conversation was the same as usual, but maybe with a little more bemoaning about the virus situation. Bernard indicated that he did not know how long he would be stuck home. To which Kelly and Eric exchanged imperceptible looks of annoyance. But Rose must have seen them because she made a motherly comment about everyone just having to make the most of it.
The family settled in to watch a new movie together that was sexually oriented with some nudity that had the men trying to adjust their cocks. When it was over, Rose excused herself to her bedroom.
Kelly got up and followed. "I need to ask you something, mom."
When they were in her room, she asked, "What's up?"
"I thought you should know that Bernard expressed concern over Eric going with you to the grocery." She described the conversation.
"Well, that explains why he made a comment to me."
"Was he mad?"