The Reunion (open thread)

[Nightingale]

Shane Forester

Whoa... what the hell?

Was this the same shy little Laurie I knew in High School, and hadn't seen in years? And more importantly... was she actually GROPING me? In public? I look over at the bartender, who smirks. Yeah, laugh it up asshole, but would you be complaining?

I put one hand on her shoulder, and another on the small of her back. How the hell would she know that I'd be calm? Wouldn't she have expected me to flip out over her advances? After all, the last she knew, I WAS the son of a Preacher man.

"You're gorgeous. I'm so glad you came. I knew you would be here. I hope you'll make some time for me this weekend."

I chuckle to myself as she squeezes my glutes again. Looks like all of that time in the gym and on the stage pays off after all. I put a finger underneath her chin and gently lift it up, letting it trail over her nose and back down.

"You little vixen! Look at you! Where did all of this come from?" I say in low tones, trying to fake surprise. Almost instantly, my cock jumps with instinctive need.

Dammit I think to myself, if she keeps this up, I'm gonna have a full blown hard-on, and in these jeans, no way I can conceal it. I try not to think about it as I grab her waist.

"Laurie, it's been too long! God you look great!" I smile again, biting my lower lip, still tingling from the brief kiss shared earlier. "Where have you been all my life, beautiful. We have GOT to catch up!"

 

[gaigirl]

Laurie

Whoa... what the hell?

"Laurie, it's been too long! God you look great!" I smile again, biting my lower lip, still tingling from the brief kiss shared earlier. "Where have you been all my life, beautiful. We have GOT to catch up!"

"I've been within reach all your life. I've missed you, I've thought of you, and sometimes, I've wanted you." Laurie answered. "Yes, let's catch up, but this time, let's not let go. There is a place for you in my life Shane, even if we only get together at high school reunions."

Is this the time to tell him I'm married? Laurie wondered, stepping back a little out of his embrace. Her blood was boiling, and she thought she needed air, but as she even slightly pulled away, Laurie's body screamed for his touch, and resisted her mind. Laurie took a deep breath. Although Shane seemed glad to see her, Laurie wasn't sure how far she should go. The tidal wave of physical attraction was a little surprising to her, although Laurie admitted that she had mentally conjured up several possible scenarios of their first meeting, and most had an element of 'hot'. There was no doubt in Laurie's mind that she wanted Shane for some bedroom frolic, but her all too familiar 'good girl' voice spoke scornfully in her mind.

You're married. He may be also. Where is this chemistry coming from? You don't even know him.

Laurie's recently found 'real self' voice answered. He should have been my first lover. I want to fuck him. He's hot, and I want to know what he's like in bed. If he is married, I don't care. I'm not going to tell him and I'm not going to ask.

 

[Nightingale]

Shane Forester

I look her over as she steps out of my embrace. Part of me sighs with relief. And the other part of me, well, you know what that part is doing. In fact, my body begins to go through withdrawal. What was so sexy about this woman? Of course, she was beautiful, but there was something more.

I grab my G & T from the bar and down it almost immediately. I smile at her as I swallow, and then set the glass down on the bar.

"Yeah, definately Laurie. I've missed you too."

I reach out and take her hand, feeling a slight tremble. Her face seems a little flushed, and I arch an eyebrow inquisitively. Some of the old Laurie I knew shows just then, but almost immediately she shrugs it off and gives me a grin. I return the smile, a little more lustfully than I would probably like.

"You know, I was going to head to the pool on the top floor to cool off a bit. You wanna hang out up there and catch up?"

It was an almost shameless question. I really want to hear all about this woman, what she is doing, what has been going on in her life. At the same time, I can't help but imagine what she looks like in a swimsuit, what her body feels like when it is slippery with water. What she tastes like...

I breathe deeply, trying to maintain my cool...

 

[gaigirl]

Laurie

"You know, I was going to head to the pool on the top floor to cool off a bit. You wanna hang out up there and catch up?"

Shane took a deep breath while he waited for Laurie to answer. "I'm not checked in yet, but I did bring a suit. Is there a place where I can change?"

As Laurie's inner voices bickered, she gave in to the physical sensation of her body being magnetically drawn to Shane. She took a long drink of wine, as though it might numb the ache within her. Her hand fell to her lap as she pondered whether there might be any time while changing to relieve the pressure between her legs. She marveled over the fact that she had not been this turned on in a very long time.

 

[Nightingale]

Shane

"I'm sure there's a changing room by the pool! Here, let me get your bag!"

I grab her garment bag nearby and lead her over to the elevator, half expecting her not to follow. I push the up button, the doors open, and she follows into the elevator.

The ride up is an excruciating one. If I take her to my room, I think to myself, I don't know what I'll do. At least this way we'll be on neutral ground. I smile at my ingenuity. I look at her on the elevator and smile.

"The pool here is supposed to be great," I say to her, trying to say and do anything to keep my mind off of the movement in my pants. "I hope you're ready to get wet..." whoops, that was innuendo.

The elevator reaches the top floor without incident and opens. My trunks are already under my clothes, so I quickly step off of the elevator, carrying her bag with me. She follows, a little eagerly, and I wonder exactly what she has inside that bag of hers.

 

[Mystic_Visions]

I'm beginning to recognize a few of the faces I see in the bar. There's Laurie and Shane, acting like they were back in school. Well, acting like they would have if Shane hadn't been the good little altar boy. I chuckle to myself, thinking that they should go get a room. Hmm that woman at the table looks like, oh god, what was her name....Becky, Becca? Heh, guess I'll wait until I can see her name tag before I try to say hello. Then I glance down to the end of the bar. For a moment, my whole world stops. It can't be. But it is, it's Katrina. I feel that old awkward kid coming back out, the resolve I had built up gone in an instant. I see her looking around, no doubt looking for a familiar face. As she looks in my direction, I realize I am staring, and quickly divert my eyes, my face growing red from my nerves being in overload. Taking a good, long drink of whiskey, I try to pull myself together. 'Come on James, you're not that kid anymore,' I mutter to myself, trying to gain some control. I try to nonchalantly glance around the room again, in reality, just to look at her again, but still trying to play it cool. My nerves slowly calming down, I light another cigarette to help them along. God, she looks incredible though. She has lost a little wieght since school from the looks of it, but not enough that she still didn't have those curves that drove me crazy back then. It seems as if our eyes meet, and I smile, but I realize she was looking right past me, still scanning the room. It is obvious she is here alone, and for thank I am thankful. I don't know why, I was half expecting her to be here with Anthony. Then again, I have to realize that that is who she is probably hoping to see, just as I had hoped to see her. I motion the bartender over, and request that he send her another cocktail from me. Might as well try, I figure.

 

[gaigirl]

Laurie gets wet

"The pool here is supposed to be great," I say to her, trying to say and do anything to keep my mind off of the movement in my pants. "I hope you're ready to get wet..." whoops, that was innuendo.

"I hope you're ready to get wet..." Shane said, smiling as he and Laurie entered the elevator, and headed up to the top floor.

Merde, I thought he would ask me to his room. Oh well... Laurie thought. I'm already more wet than you can imagine. "Yes, I saw the pictures in the brochure. Looks quite exotic." Laurie answered, glancing down suddenly and noticing the bulge in Shane's jeans. You're shameless! You knew that it was James sitting at the bar watching you make an idiot out of yourself drooling over Shane, and you didn't even acknowledge him. And that was Katrina, your old study buddy in there at the other end of the bar... admonished the 'good girl' voice.

The 'real self' voice was quick to counter. Shameless hell. I'm horny. I'll take a moment to find James and Katrina later. They'll understand. If I left any of my aura in the air down in the bar, they'll be too busy with one another to notice. Besides, I'm sure they didn't recognize me. Neither of them said anything.

As the elevator bounced to a stop on the top floor, Shane held the door and gestured that he would follow Laurie. As she stepped out into the hall, Laurie had a distinct feeling that Shane was checking out her ass. "There's a changing room over there!" she said, as she increased her pace and headed across the beautifully landscaped pool area.

The top floor was decorated in a tropical motif, with palm trees and brightly colored hibiscus flowers. The faint smell of chlorine mingled with the scent of the flowers as she passed them. Dropping her jacket on a lounge chair near the door to the changing room, Laurie turned around to wait for Shane, since he had her bag.

"I'll wait for you", said Shane, setting her bag down next to her jacket, and stepping back a little to give her privacy as she unzipped it and began to rummage around for her swiming suit and... where was that handy lipstick-shaped thing...?

Best to just take the whole bag Laurie thought, knowing that she wanted to take the time to find her favorite travel toy, and that she absolutely intended to use it once it was located. "I'll be right back", she told Shane, grabbing the bag, and turning toward the changing room.

Laurie went into the cabana, ignoring the lock on the door. It gave her a little thrill to imagine that someone might walk in on her. She set the bag on a long bench, and pulled out her swimming suit with a towel, and set them down next to her garment bag. Then she set to work on finding her gizmo.

Grabbing for the little vibrator, which was disguised as a lipstick tube lying at the bottom of the small bag that held her make-up, Laurie unzipped her pants and let them slide to the floor. She pulled her sweater over her head, and reached back to unhook her bra, shrugging her shoulders to let it fall. With one hand on each hip, she peeled down her silk underwear and sank down onto the towel-draped bench with her knees apart. The red lipstick toy hummed to life, and she applied its plastic coated buzz directly to the delicate rosy pink tip of her throbbing clit.

 

[intriguess]

Katrina

I recieved a drink from a gentleman at the end of the bar and I decided to stop being such a dolt as I took the drink, and walked downward. I felt silly for coming as I noticed old friends. I nodded as most were already deep in conversation. Why had I come back? Had it been to prove myself to them? Or to see if there was someone who wanted to see me. The drink in my hand proved that someone had noticed me and as I grew closer to the bar I noticed a man chain smoking as if there were no tomorrow.

 

[Nightingale]

Shane Forester

I peel off the white tee shirt, and unbutton my jeans while slipping out of my boots and socks. Sliding my pants to the floor, I notice that there's nobody else here in the pool. Everybody's probably too busy out on the town, or sleeping, or drinking.

"That's strange," I say to myself, stepping out of my jeans. My tight swimming shorts remain on my body, and I snap the waistband against my skin. Well, time for a dip.

I immediately dive into the deep end of the pool, feeling the cold water on my skin. My erection finally starts to subside, thank god, and I begin to backstroke through the coolness of the pool.

God Laurie is hot, and I'll bet she looks incredible in a swimsuit. I wonder if she's a one-piece or two-piece kinda girl. I remember the curve of her ass as she walked out of the elevator. God, why the hell am I so horny? It must have something to do with returning to the place of my adolescence.

I swim for quite a few minutes, realizing that my old friend is occupying my mind. Then, I get the strange feeling that something is wrong. Hasn't she been in that changing room for quite some time? Slowly, I emerge from the pool, my lean body wet, and my hair dripping. I walk past the jacuzzi, and towards the room where she had entered. Carefully, I lean in towards the door.

Before I can call her name, I hear a faint buzzing sound, not to mention Laurie's voice, a mild whimper. Is she crying, I think to myself. With the intention of comforting her, I try the doorknob. Unlocked! She must be all dressed. I turn the knob, and open the door.

"Laurie, are you okay..."

Immediately I am silenced by the sight before me. My high school friend, completely naked from head to toe, her body aglow with light perspiration, was sitting on a bench, knees apart, and using a tiny vibrator on herself. As her eyes fluttered open, and crimson rushed to her cheeks, I spun around, shielding my eyes and trying to afford her less embarassment.

"Oh my god," I said. "Laurie, I... I'm so sorry..."

But dammit, I wasn't sorry. Not for one second. Instantly, my dick started to throb, and was almost already at half-mast, showing prominently through my tight swimwear.

 

[catlover]

Frank

Dressed in slacks and a sportcoat, I headed to the htem where the reunion was being held. O parked and entered the lobby, nervous about whom i might encounter.

I walkede up to the registraton desk and got my nametag, and headed into the bar, since I was a little early, and looked around for a familier face. There were a couple of people I thought I recognized, but no one I knew well enough to just walk up to and say hi, so I went to the bar and ordered a gin and tonic

 

[Snork Maiden]

Becca Hanlon

The bar man headed back towards the bar to tend to his business, whilst I picked one the fries from the plate and nibbled the end of it, for the first time it was a chance just to sit down and relax for twenty minutes. The flight had been long but not long enough to really catch a nap, and then of course the drive here, yes it was good to catch wind.

The fries were slightly overcooked but hell I wasn’t going to complain at that, truth being they taste a whole bunch better than the in flight food. I picked up the sandwich biting into it, “oh yes, sustenance” already I could feel my esurience being suitable assuaged. My eyes closed out of sheer enjoyment of this sandwich. My thoughts drifted back to the reunion that was supposed to be happening tomorrow at good old Meadowville High.

A light audible laugh escaped my lips as I contemplated meeting some of the people that had really made school worth while. The smile on my face changed to a slight grimace as the reality that most of those people were the ‘losers’ and the likely hood that they would be attending hadn’t struck me before now as being as likely as a lightening bolt. My memories started to come back to me as the mists of time that clouded my mind began to lift like a series of black veils being pulled back layer upon layer.

Yes it was more likely to be one of those yahoo soirées where people would strut their stuff and say how happy they were, with their executive positions and 2.4 children, their dog, their cat and the family mansion. “What a cynic I am” I thought to my self, and yet life had taught me right from the very schooldays I was here to celebrate, that there was always discrimination. Discrimination on race, background, even ones individually and desire to be different and free from the stereo types the teachers tried to mould us to. At least I hadn’t caved in on my ideals. Faces started to emerge in my mind, and voices; faces to the match those voices. The names like ‘Freak’, ‘Ghoul’ and even ‘Slag’, which I never even really understood having remained chaste right through high-school. Sure I had hung out with a few boys, in fact I probably related more to them than the prime and prissy with their hair do’s and padded bra’s. I laughed again.

“Becca?”… , the voice brought me out of my daydream and I turned in my seat to face owner of the question.

Becca Hanlon?. Chuck Baker , the man introduced himself.

He looked familiar, very familiar. Then it hit me, he was the guy I had seen earlier in the bar. My mind was running his name over like tape loop waiting for a data match and confirmation flag to pop up.

Hey Chuck! I exclaimed with exaggerated enthusiasm as I tried to hide the fact that I couldn’t recall him at all from my schooldays. Hows you doing ?. Oh what a dumbass question I thought, still trying to retrieve archival information from my badly organised memory. He clearly recognised me, that wasn’t good, I mean to be at such a disadvantage.

Won’t you join me I asked, noticing he was in possession of a drink, I guess you’re here for the reunion

My brain finally delivered, hesitantly waving the results in my head, Chuck Baker.. I remembered him now, kind of a quiet boy at school, much ,like myself apart from the fact is was a girl, but in disposition at least I recalled we both fitted the category of ‘Loser’ I was certain his life had been as miserable at school as mine had. We would have made the perfect Anti – Prom couple.

I smiled at him as he extended his hand, taking it lightly noticing his firm confiddent grip as he sat down opposite me. Well Chuck, I thought there’s something in the ugly duckling theory at least

 

[Subo97]

Chuck Baker

OOC: physical description (fairly autobiographical)

6 ft tall
150 lbs
brown hair, short
brown eyes
closely trimmed beard
well exercised body


Becca shook my hand and invited me to sit down, but I could tell she didn't remember me, at least to begin with. Not unusual, my high school years were pretty nondescript.

"It's ok of you don't remember me." I smiled, accepting her offer, "I don't know why, but a vision of you from the old days popped into my head as soon as you walked in the door. You've changed your looks, but the eyes are the same. I imagine I didn't make a big impression in high school, I was too busy trying not to be seen"

I looked at her, noting how maturity had made her more beautiful, hoping all the black didn't mean her soul had hardened. It would be a waste considering how delightfully soft her body was. I liked a woman who could get in the world's face, the world sure needed it.

"I got an irony for ya," I laughed, " I became a teacher, how's that for someone who hated school.?" I could tell from the way she looked at me with those blue eyes that she was trying to figure me out, apparently my efforts in high school to be an enigma were way too successful. I looked back into her blue eyes, after glancing own at her blue lips and the swell of her black blouse, and hoped the outcast cloak I had worn ten years ago didn't come back to haunt me tonight

 

[Mystic_Visions]

As Katrina approaches, I realize that I am feeling nervous. Why should I feel this way? I have dated after school, and whereas I am not good with all the 'lines', I've found that just being myself does pay off, at times. As she draws near, I hastly stub the cigarette out in the ashtray and get up from my chair, not wanting to be rude. I can see she is smiling, though I can sense she does not recognize me.

'Katrina, you probably don't remember me. It's James, James McCarthy. We were in a few classes together,' is all I can manage to say. 'Please, join me if you would,' I ask as I offer her a seat.

God, I hope she accepts my invitation. Hell, I just hope she faintly remembers me.

 

[Angelofsex]

Megan

As I got dress to go over to the hotel where it was being held, looking in the mirror one last time. I like this white lacy outfit for tonight, checking my stockings and garder belt. Everything looks just right.

Ok here goes nothing, as I get into my car. Heading towards Rt 1 and over the bridge to New York. I am so nervous, as I pull into a parking space. Now listen Megan you will be ok, just go in.

Walking into the bar, I wonder who will be here now. Looking around, I take a seat at the bar. The bartender isn't that bad looking, as he came to me and ask what will I like to drink. I told him a glass of red wine.

The couple next to me look like Laurie and I think the guys name is Shane. They wouldn't even know me, but I knew them. Now wait, that can't be Becca. Oh my, yes it is, wonder if she will remember me?

I see this man next to me looking. his face looks "Frank, is it you?" Had to say that, because he sure look like him.

 

[catlover]

Frank

"Hi Megan. Yes it is me. You look great! Tell me all about what you have been doing all these years"

As we sipped our drinks she started. Before long a combo started playing some music, so I asked her to dance and took her to the dance floor. I walked behind her as she led the way. She looked fabulous. Not the cutesy teenager type, but a muture and very shapely ass attracted my attention, and all the men along th way heads turned to watch her walk that short distance, and thern she turned and I took her in my arms. How great she felt, and i told her so as we swung around the floor. It was so good to see her and be with her. Why werent we in each others arms ten years ago, I though

I asked her if she had any special plans tonight, or if she would have dinner with me. As sdhe snuggled in close, i whispered that I had hoped she would be here, and that she was really the only reason I came, just to be with her again

 

[gaigirl]

Busted in the cabana

As her eyes fluttered open, and crimson rushed to her cheeks, I spun around, shielding my eyes and trying to afford her less embarassment. "Oh my god," I said. "Laurie, I... I'm so sorry..."

"Laurie, are you okay...?"

The sound of the door opening startled Laurie. The performer in her had left the door unlocked, but it hadn't occurred to her that someone might walk in on her in the middle of her orgasm. Her cheeks flushed crimson when she saw Shane standing at the door.

"Oh my God," he said. "Laurie, I... I'm so sorry..." Shane turned abruptly away from her and shielded his eyes.

Laurie turned off the vibrating lipstick and tried to figure out what to do. She took a deep breath, and pushed back her shame. Her inner voices began to harp at one another. I really don't care that he saw me. There is nothing wrong with being a sexual creature.

You ought to care that he saw you. Now you've ruined everything, spoke the 'good girl' voice.

Maybe so, but even if Shane is embarrassed, part of him loves it. I'm a performer. I never reveal my mistakes to the audience. If I can do that, I can pull this one off.

Laurie pulled her knees together and picked up her swimming suit to cover her chest. She layed down her toy, out of vision from the door. Laurie was calm, and not as ashamed as her 'good girl' voice told her she should feel. She regretted that Shane had been embarrassed, but she wasn't sorry that she had taken the time for herself.

"You asked me if I was ready to get wet." Laurie offered as explanation. "I was a little more than ready. You got me pretty steamed up downstairs. I'm sorry if I shocked you. When you didn't ask me to your room, I thought you weren't interested, so I figured if I just took care of myself, it would help me come to grips with the 'no thanks' signal you gave me earlier."
This isn't a very great start, is it?"

 

[Angelofsex]

Megan

"Oh Frank I am so glad I came. I came so close to not coming." Looking into his eyes, he still does something to me even now.

"Nothing to much is happening to me, I was married. Been divorced now for three years. What about you? Anyone in you love life?"

How I love being in his arms dancing. With what he just said to me, made me feel all warm inside. Boy, I am so glad I came tonight. "Frank I would love to go to dinner with you," smiling at him.

As I put my arms around his neck and move even closer to him, I put my head on his shoulder. "Doesn't it seem so odd to be back after all these years. Just looking around and seeing everyone, remembering them back then."

How I wish he would kiss me, maybe not. I would not want to stop.

"Frank, isn't that Becca and Chuck over there?" As we stop dancing after the song. "Maybe we should go and say hi to them."

 

[catlover]

Fran

Regretfully the song ended. We stopped dancing but I didnt let go. She looked up at me and we both smiled, and then I lightly kissed the tip of her nose. I whispered "Id hoped the song would never end. Shall we dance another or do you want to go over to Becca and Chuck right now?"

I glanced around the room and didnt see many familier faces, but there was Cliff, one of my golfing buddies with a woman I didnt know. I needed to say hi to him too, but wasnt about to let Megan ger away from me yet.

 

[Snork Maiden]

Becca Hanlon

OOC : Autobiographical is good - work well from here

IC:

No no not at all.. , I replied, It's just that you look so much different to our school days. Guess I was pretty easy to spot though eh! Still freaky as ever.

A friendly smile crossed my face causing my deep blue lipstick covered lips to part.

But look at you my gosh I honestly wouldn't have recognised you if you hadn't introduced youself.,
He's not bad, I thought to myself then continued, But what ever made you want to take up teaching. I mean I couldn't wait to get out of the establishment

I shook my head in mock disbelief as I took a sip from my beer and regarded his broad shoulders wondering how that panned out under his shirt, smiling to myself.

 

[Angelofsex]

Megan

"Frank we could say hi later. I really would like to know more of you." As he takes me in his arms again to dance. Looking into his eyes, "are you staying here?" Now I feel a little evil, saying that to him.

I could feel him nibbling on my neck, giving me chills. "You know you are asking for trouble if you keep on doing that." Thinking tonight is going to be a great night.

"So Frank what shall we do for dinner? I am in no hurry so whenever you are ready."

 

[intriguess]

Katrina

I did remember James, but it seemed like somebody else who sat in front of me. I sat carefully hoping I hadn't exposed too much leg as my hemline slide up. I felt myself not wanting to say all those stupid questions, of how are you, what are you doing, married any kids. Mainly because I didn't feel like answering them myself.

"So, do you live around here?" I sounded like such a dork, I had no idea why I was here and I pulled myself back to the present for the answer.

I found myself wondering why I had never hooked up with James, he had always been a nice guy and had never given me any shit. Then I remembered that he had been obsessed with some mystery girl.

 

[catlover]

Frank

"I live pretty close so I just drove here. I dont have anything planned in the way of a place to stay. This reunion banquet is supposed to include dinnerr isnt it? I just wanted to be with you. If not, we'll go to the hotel dining room and then come back to the party. I havent paid that much attention to the arrangements - just thought about the chance to see you again and I'm so glad we found each other"

The band started again and she snuggled into my arms. There were a few others dancing, but as far as I was concerned Megan and I were in our own little world

 

[Mystic_Visions]

As Katrina sat down, I couldn't help but glance at her lovely legs as her skirt rose slightly. Hoping the look wasn't noticed I answer her question.

'Actually, this is my first time back home since we graduated. I'm out in Southern California now. Glad to be home again though, even if is only for the week. What about you? Has life been treating you well?' I glance down at her hand, happilly noting the absence of a wedding band. 'You know, I have got to tell you, you look incedible! It's good to see that these years have been kind to one of us, at least,' I say jokingly, mockingly fixing the hair around the ever receding hairline I've been developing.

Taking a sip from my drink, I take a good look at the object of my schoolboy obsessions. God, how I would love to just run my fingers through her hair. And her eyes, just like all those years ago, I get lost in those beautiful eyes. But the one thing that really melts me is her smile. She has a slight smile now, and I feel as if I am in heaven.

 

[intriguess]

Katrina

I smiled and found myself leaning forward a little, showing off my breasts as I spoke playing with my hair. "Well I actually ended up pursuing my art for a while, got a BA in art. Then as if I didn't have enough schooling I went ahead and went to graduate school. Now I am working in Northern California. Small world huh?" I sip my drink and notice age suits him. My lips twist in a half smile, "Work has sort of consumed me for the past couple of years." Lord, had it really been that long since a man had looked at her with lust? she thought. Was James actually flirting with her? He seemed nervous, she had an odd curiousity to see what lay beneath the suit and kept her eyes above his waist.

 

[Mystic_Visions]

As Katrina leans foward, I have to force myself to keep looking in her eyes. Although, the occaisional glance down as I pick up my drink affords me a rather pleasant view of her ample bossom. I find myself licking my lips as I take a drink, deep inside wishing that these lips were preparing to take in her hipple rather that the whiskey. I wonder if she knows how much she is driving me crazy while she plays with her hair. I can still feel the slight flush that seems to have taken permanent residence on my cheeks. Is it still nerves, I wonder, or that old desire, reborn and stronger than ever.

'Small world indeed,' I say with a chuckle. Noticing our drinks are almost empty, I motion the bartender for another round. Still feeling at a loss for words, and hearing the house band beginning their set, I ask her to dance.