"Dustin baby, it's time to wake up."
I opened my eyes and unwillingly disengaged from Mara's sweet breast, "Can't we wait for another half an hour?"
"No. Later, it will be too hot to work in the yard. Go freshen up, and I'll make your breakfast. Then you do the job to earn the money I promised. When the temperature becomes unbearable, come inside, drink cold lemonade, shower, and you can suck on my tits again."
"Auntie, you are cruel. I bet you never said something similar to Vera when you nursed her."
Mara giggled, "Are you comparing yourself to my daughter, who was only months old when she milked me?"
"What is the difference? Both of us have lips and mouths and like to feel your tasty tits."
"Honey, stop that. Be a good boy and finish your tasks before getting your reward."
I grumbled, "I'll do it, but remember I hate you..."
She grinned, "I love you too. Now go to the bathroom so I can make your eggs, bacon, toast, and orange juice."
"May I have milk instead of orange juice?"
"If you mean COW milk, the answer is yes. However, if you try to find your way to my breasts before completing your work, then it is a big NO!"
We laughed, and I went to the bathroom.
...
I grew up as the only child of Nora and Mort. Dad was a respectable lawyer and expected me to follow in his footsteps. Mom was a software engineer. Mom's sister, Mara, was 6 years younger than her. While our connection with Dad's family was only cordial, the relationship with Mara was much stronger. She was always helpful and jolly, and we loved having her around.
Mara got married when I was 5 years old, and a year later, her daughter, Vera, was born. By then, Mara's husband had passed for promotion twice, and he became depressed. He started drinking and was on the way down. Mara and my parents tried to cheer him up and help him find another job, but he did not cooperate. As a result, Mara began spending more time in our house.
I still recall the first time I saw Mara nursing baby Vera. Mara gazed lovingly at her tiny daughter as the baby sucked hungrily on her mother's mammary. The sight was so peaceful. I stood there speechless and ogled the two. Mara grinned at me, "Isn't it nice I carry her food with me all the time and do not have to prepare her meals in the kitchen?" I smiled back and stayed quiet. After the first time, unless I was very busy, I joined Mara during the daily nursing times. She liked my company and was interested in how I did in school, if I had friends, and whether I still loved sports and collecting stamps. As I mentioned before, I liked Mara as a great aunt and adored how she nursed my tiny cousin.
...
Time passed rapidly, and before I knew it, I turned 21. I was in college. It was during summer vacation and 2 months before starting my senior year. I looked for work during part of the summer to have extra money for fun times. I asked Mom if she knew how to begin searching for a job. She said that unless I knew somebody younger who needed tutoring, I could place ads on social media and in common gathering areas. And then she added, "It reminds me. I talked to Mara the other day, and she said she needed a trusted person to do a landscaping job in her yard. She couldn't find a reliable person for more than 2 weeks. Interested?"
"I am not sure. I like Mara and Vera, but her husband, Earl, not so much. And it depends on what she needs done."
"Call her and find out."
In the last 3 years, I haven't seen Mara. I was too busy with my studies and friends, but I still kept in touch via e-mails and Facebook.
I phoned her, "Hi, auntie..."
Mara stopped me, "Quit this auntie stuff. It makes me feel old. Call me Mara. Big boy, how are you doing these days?"
"I am doing great and miss you guys. Our long vacation started. I heard from Mom you were looking for somebody to work in your yard. I may be able to help you if the work is not too specialized."
"Come tomorrow. I just made a chocolate cake. You can have a piece with coffee, tea, or soda. When you are here, I can tell you what's needed."
"What about Earl? Can't he do it?"
"... every day, he goes to work in the factory at 6 in the morning, returns at 5 pm, and goes to his friends to watch TV and drink beer. I hardly see him around except before he goes to sleep."
"How is Vera doing these days?"
"She is a big girl now. Yesterday, she left for a month at summer camp. You haven't seen her in a long time. Tomorrow, I'll show you her current pictures."
"Auntie, it was nice to hear your voice. See you tomorrow."
"If I hear you say the word auntie again, I'll beat you up. Are we clear?"
"Yes, boss."
...
I arrived at Mara's at 9:30 am. She looked amazing: The shoulder-length hair was arranged in a ponytail, and her wonderful smile greeted me. "Dustin, what happened to you? The last time I saw you, you were my height. Did my sister feed you spinach 3 times a day? You are all grown up, tall, hairy, muscular. You became a real stud!"
I kissed her forehead, "I love you too, Mara. I haven't seen you in ages, and you have become prettier."
She hugged me, "Handsome AND gentleman! Nora did raise you right..."
"So, what do you need done in the yard?"
"It was neglected for years. Earl cares less about the yard. I am not sure if it is because of his drinking or because he is hardly home. But I am here, and I wish to enjoy the yard, the green grass, the fruit trees, sun-tanning outside, and the jacuzzi."
"I can do it for you."
"That will be great. And since Vera is out for a month, if you want to, you can sleep in her room."
"That's a good idea. It will spare me the driving times back and forth. However, it means eating here..."
"Honey, unless you became allergic to multiple food ingredients since I last saw you, it's a nonissue. I love to work in the kitchen, and adding another person is fine."
"Since I am already here, let me check the jacuzzi. I am no expert, but I watched workers installing and maintaining a much bigger one at my friend Art's yard."
I put on my shorts and inspected the jacuzzi. After years of not being used, it was covered with dead leaves and debris. I cleaned it thoroughly and checked the plumbing and electrical connections. On the surface, everything looked OK. I started filling it with water and entered the house.
Mara prepared a cold drink and asked what I thought about her whirlpool. I replied I thought it should work, but it needed to be tested first.
She smiled, "That would be nice. In the summer, mid days are too hot, but I would love to use it in the mornings. Go shower, and when you are done, I'll show you pictures of Vera.
I loved the shower at Mara's. The showerhead was large, and the water pressure was high. I stood there until I heard her calling me, "Dustin, did you drown? Do you need my help?..."
"Coming out."
I exited, and we sat side by side to watch the latest family album. Earl was seen in a single picture. The rest showed Vera growing up with some photos of Mara as well. Vera became a nice looking girl. However, I was more impressed by her mother. There were photos of Mara and Vera spending time by the pool. Vera was way too skinny, but her mother looked gorgeous. Her waist was narrow as ever, and her big rack was amazing.
I stopped by this series of photos and ogled them for a long time.
Mara chuckled, "Young men! They are all alike. Show them a beautiful flower, an impressive palace, or big tits, and all of them stare at the fat patches on a woman's chest..."
"Mara, it's not me. It's my testosterone..."
"I know. I was joking."
...
The next day, I brought several clothing items, a toothbrush, and shaving stuff. The jacuzzi was filled with water. I checked the bubbler. It worked perfectly. I let the water heat up and entered the house.