Two and a half weeks later . . . Derek had only texted Chelsea four times in two weeks to just say hi. Perhaps she was a little too harsh with him the last time she saw him. Telling him she’d be on her cycle for two weeks was a bit over the top. But at the time Chelsea had been beyond frustrated. The marriage wasn’t going the way she had planned or dreamed at all. Of course, she knew he had to work and they weren’t going to be in each other’s pockets at every waking moment, but she had thought being married to Derek would be better than this. After all, she had saved herself for the man. She had wanted him to be her first and only lover. But in the meantime, Chelsea and Caitlin had been able to shop for furniture for the new house. Luckily, they were able to find some painters who were looking for work to paint the master bedroom. Normally, it would have been difficult to find painters available during the summer at such short notice. T
The Oasis Seventies Night“I can’t believe I let you talk me into this,” Caitlin complained as the Van Dyke clan and friends entered The Oasis.Caitlin wasn’t big on nightclubs. But in Chelsea’s view it depended on what kind of nightclub it was. Catherine hadn’t been big on them either until she fell for Cameron Townsend. Their first kiss was in a nightclub.“If you’re not having fun in an hour, I’ll take you home,” Hector Beaumont soothed. Hector was older than everyone in the group and possibly in the building. But, when Chelsea had approached Caitlin about coming tonight, Hector was at the mansion visiting with her.“Go, Caitlin. The seventies was such a good time. Chelsea, do you mind if I tag along? I’m a sucker for nostalgia.” Hector had said.Their mother had matched Hector and Caitlin. Their father was right. He was old enough to be Caitlin – and all of their father. But he was a sweetie. And for an old man, he was sharp minded and seemed like fun. Just
Half the room was on their feet applauding her. A few men whistled which was followed by some catcalling. Beverly had gotten that reaction after her performance, but Chelsea thought hers was louder. Then again, it could have been her imagination.Her sisters and friends were still clapping and cheering when she got off stage.“You should have taken a bow,” Shelby said with a grin.“No reason to push my luck,” Chelsea said.Next thing she knew, they were surrounded by men. At least six of them.“Hey, you were great up there,” a guy said.“Nice lungs. Can I buy you a drink?” another guy asked.“Hey, buddy, I was here first,” another guy slurred.Before Chelsea could tell them she was taken, someone else said it for her.“You guys wouldn’t be chatting up my wife, would you?” Derek said as he squeezed past two of them.The guys started talking at the same time sputtering excuses and what not.Derek ignored them and approached Chelsea. “I didn’t know you were here.”Chelsea had
Derek had been really apologetic last night when he ended up having to stay at The Oasis. Something about fired employees and no cook. But Derek had promised to call her the next day - and he actually did. “You sound surprised to hear from me. I said I was going to call you,” he said pleasantly. I know, but I didn’t believe you. “I know. I just wasn’t expecting . . . you to call me so early.” “Well, surely, you were out of bed. It’s eleven a.m.” “I was, but I know you had a late night last night.” “I did. I had to help close. Once again, I’m sorry about last night. But I think I can make it up to you. Wednesday I have to go to Washington D.C. for a few days for a Dawson Inc. business retreat. I’ll be there until Sunday. Why don’t you come with me?” “For a business retreat?” Chelsea repeated, trying not to sound like how she felt about it. And what she felt about it was it sounded boring a
It was the day before Chelsea had to leave for her trip to Washington and she couldn’t be more excited about it. She had clothes everywhere, trying to figure out what to pack. Would they go to dinner at a five star restaurant? Would they go to a night club Friday and Saturday? Would they get to some of the tourist locations? Would they be able to make love for the first time?It was the latter Chelsea hoped the most. Monday, Derek hadn’t called her until nine p.m. He had a really busy day that day. He had told her all about it.Tuesday, he had come by to take her out for a late dinner and drinks. When he had gotten her back home, it was eleven p.m. He had to be in Washington on Wednesday by nine for the first seminar for the retreat. So, unfortunately, he didn’t spend the night since he had to get up early that morning to fly to D.C. But Derek had called her that night saying he had to hear her voice before he went to sleep. Chelsea had giggled like a plum fool when he had said that,
Derek had to text Chelsea to let her know he wouldn’t be able to get to the suite until eight, maybe a little later. His father had insisted they go out to dinner to talk – just the two of them. Chelsea had texted him back saying it was fine and she would grab a bite to eat in the hotel lobby lounge. For some reason, he wondered what Chelsea decided to eat for dinner. Silly really. Yet, it made him realize he didn’t know Chelsea’s favorite food. Shouldn’t a man know what foods are his wife’s favorite whether the marriage was a sham or not? “Son, are you listening to me?” “No,” Derek said and looked at his watch again.His father chuckled. “Well, at least your honest. I wonder what Chelsea is wearing right now. Something that accentuates her beauty, I’m sure. Then again, she’s the type of beauty that would look good in a burlap sack. “Son?” “Huh?” Derek said as he gave his father his full attention.
Chelsea was breathing heavy and Derek hadn’t even touched her yet. Judging by what he had just said, he actually wanted her. It wasn’t insincere flirting. His tone was laced with desire. His dark smoldering eyes were actually darker than usual and she didn’t think that could happen. He hadn’t taken his eyes off her since she opened the door. Derek had let his cell slip out of his hand, hitting the carpet. And she also noticed the bulge in his pants that was directed at her. What do I do now? Do I go to him or wait for him to come to me? He began to walk to her. Yes. I should let him make the first move since he knows what he’s doing and I don’t. He gingerly placed his hand on her shoulder above the strap of her lingerie. “You look . . . amazing.” “Oh, thank you,” she said, trying not to blush. She wanted to be sexy and alluring. Not nervous and jittery like a virgin - despite the fact that’s what she was.
Sunday . . . It was Sunday afternoon and the Dawson jet had just taken off. Chelsea went to the back to freshen up. Her and Derek had enjoyed a nice lunch at the Unconventional Diner on Ninth Street before leaving D.C. Derek’s cell chimed. It was a text. Q: Hey, buddy. How’s the trip? Are you coming back today? Derek: Yeah, I’m coming back today. We’re on the jet now. The trip was great – a lot better than I could hope for. Q: How was . . . the big night? Did Chelsea like it? Derek: Oh yeah, she liked it. It went great but at first it was like knocking a locked door down with my dick. Q: LOL! I guess that was too be expected since she is – I mean was a virgin. Derek: Yeah. Talking about sex, I’m going to hit my bride up for a round. We got a good hour and a half on the plane. Don’t want to waste it. Derek added an emoji that was winking to his message. Q sent back a big smiling