A Place To Call Home

“Well I’m sure Billy has your supplies loaded by now.” Gloria said as she took a step back, reluctant to press her interest in the younger woman too far and too quickly. “I would think so.” Alex said as she turned to leave, the taste of Gloria’s lips pressed against hers still fresh in her mind. Alex stepped back out of the office, the promised booklets in her hand. She had started to close the door behind her when Gloria said. “Call me.” Alex paused for a second, then gave her a noncommittal smile in response.

Turning as she stepped forward, Alex almost bumped into Wendy who had been standing almost behind her. Alex was stunned by the look now on the girl’s face. If looks could kill, the twenty-four year old would now be planning her funeral. “Your trucks all loaded.” the blond said in a voice laced with hostility. “What the hell is her problem?” Alex thought as she gave another one of her ‘killing with kindness’ thank you’s. “She knows I didn’t try and cut into her little arrangement with Mr. Zalman,” Alex said to herself, remembering the reason for Wendy’s original animosity. “And she can’t be still angry with my picking up Billy at the dance, not the way she just shifted her gears and picked up that guy she was blowing in lover’s lane.” Alex had just made it to the door when Gloria came back out of the office. She saw Wendy turn in the older woman’s direction, a softer, but still irritated look on her face. “Now that’s strange,” Alex said to herself as she walked out into the street. “What has she got to be mad at Gloria for?” A minute later, after she had checked the load in the back and then climbed behind the wheel, the answer to her question hit her like a ton of bricks. “Holy shit!” she called out in her mind as the pieces came together all at once. “That little tramp is sleeping with both the husband and the wife. She’s the one Marilyn had alluded to this morning. It’s no wonder Gloria put up with her husband’s dalliances. She was eating out of the same pie.” Alex laughed at her own joke as she pulled into traffic. Small towns might lack a lot of the things you find in the big city, but this one at least had more than it’s share of sexual hijinks.

Later that night, Alex walked into the living room where Marilyn was curled up on one end of the sofa watching television. The hour was late and the dark haired woman was already in her pajamas. One advantage to the twin satellite dishes she had on the room was that she had access to almost every channel in the country. The younger brunette dropped down into the cushion next to her and let out a sigh of relief. “The molding in the kitchen is finally done.” she said as her head pressed back against the soft pillow. “I don’t want to see another hammer until next week.” “Well I guess we won’t be watching Home Improvement reruns then.” Marilyn laughed as she tossed Alex the multi-function control. “Since you worked so hard today, you get to pick what we watch.” Alex grinned as she began surfing through the channels. “I thought you had plans to go out on a date tonight?” Marilyn said as she watched the images change. “Changed my mind. I really wasn’t in the mood,” she replied as she stopped at one of the movie channels. “In fact, I don’t think I’ll be seeing Billy again.” “Well, there are plenty of other nice people in this town.” Marilyn said. Alex didn’t miss the fact that Marilyn had said ‘nice people’ and not ‘nice guys’. “Actually …” she began to say, then paused for a moment to consider if she really wanted to voice what she was thinking. Seeing that Marilyn was waiting for her to finish, she went on. “Actually, I was asked out today.” “Really? By who?” “Your friend, Gloria.” she replied. Alex looked into Marilyn’s face to see if the news upset her. Her expression, however, remained neutral. “Are you going to take her up on it?” she finally asked after a moments pause. “To be honest, I was really tempted,” Alex admitted. “But decided in the end not to go there.” “I hope you didn’t turn her down because of me,” Marilyn said. “Like I told you, both of us are free to see other people.” “That did enter my mind,” Alex admitted. “But that wasn’t the reason I decided not to.” “I hope you weren’t upset that she asked you.” said the older woman. “Not at all,” Alex smiled. “Like I said, I was really tempted.” “I can’t blame her though,” Marilyn said. “I have to admit that I came close to asking you myself.” “Really?” Alex said in surprise. “How come you didn’t?” “I could say that I was worried that if you took offense, I’d never get the rest of my house fixed.” she laughed. “But I guess the real reason is that I was afraid that you’d up and leave. If all I can have is your friendship, then I’ll settle for that. I’ve come to enjoy having you around these past weeks. A lot more than I’ve enjoyed anyone else’s company for a long time.”

Alex looked into Marilyn’s eyes and saw the honesty of what she had said. It was a feeling she had felt within herself this past month. That was the real reason she had tossed aside the idea of spending the night with either Billy or Gloria. Alex leaned over and kissed Marilyn softly on her lips. A kiss much more enjoyable that the one she’d received from Gloria hours before. A kiss fueled by the first fires of love. “I’ve been thinking about what that might feel like since the day you showed up on my doorstep.” Marilyn said as they broke the brief kiss. “I think I have too, even if I didn’t really know it.” Alex added as she rested her head against Marilyn’s breast. “So what now my little love?” Marilyn asked as she kissed the top of Alex’s head. That simple term of endearment brought a rush to Alex’s heart. For the first time in her years of wandering, she felt like she belonged.

Reality finally hit her with the realization that she was still covered with the debris of the day’s work. Marilyn didn’t seem to mind in the least, but Alex wanted this moment to be perfect. “I’m a mess.” she said out loud. “You’re beautiful.” Marilyn responded. “Would you be really offended if I ran up and took a quick shower? Alex asked hesitantly. “I’d really rather be at my best for you.” Marilyn smiled at the younger woman as she brushed away some of the construction dust off Alex’s face. “I have a better idea.” she said.

“Oh you were right,” Alex said as she practically melted in the warm, sudsy bath water. “This is much, much better.” “I thought you’d like it,” Marilyn said as she tilted back Alex’s head just enough to kiss her lips softly. “I could loose myself in here for hours, or until at least the water turns cold.” The large antique tub they floated in, Marilyn on the bottom with Alex in her arms, had belonged to the original owner of the old house. He had been a wealthy merchant in the town and also weighed in at over three hundred pounds. He’d had the old fashion four leg bathtub especially made to fit his bulk, so there was more than enough room in there for the two women. Marilyn continued to stroke Alex’s arms, washing them with the soap filled water. She cupped the younger girl’s breasts, playing with the small brown nipples with her fingers. She smiled as she felt them grow hard in her hands. “Oh that feels nice,” Alex said as she rested her head against the full softness of Marilyn’s own mounds. Turning her head, Alex was able to just about plant a kiss atop Marilyn’s own larger nipple, playing with it for just a brief moment. “Mmm,” Marilyn responded. “Kisses like that will get you everywhere.” she laughed. “But why don’t you just relax and let me take care of you for now. There will be plenty of time for you to reciprocate later on.” “Sounds good to me.” Alex replied.

The younger brunette leaned back and closed her eyes. She could feel Marilyn’s hands moving across her body. Skillful fingers bringing with them a most delightful assortment of erotic sensations. From the way they were now laying atop of each other, the taller woman could just about reach down between Alex’s legs. A goal her long slender fingers soon reached. A quit sigh came from Alex’s lips as she felt the older woman’s first touch there. With expert skill, her fingers seemed to quickly seek out her most secret and sensitive spots. A moan followed her soft sighs as she felt the first of Marilyn’s fingers slide deep inside of her. A second finger soon followed, and in time a third. Faster and faster they moved in and out, producing even louder moans from Alex as her skin grew even warmer than the water around it. “Oh yes!” Alex panted as she gave in to the rising delights within her. “Oh yes!” Marilyn could feel Alex’s body begin to tremble against her own as the younger woman’s orgasm overtook her. The passion racing through the woman in her arms was reflected in her own racing heart. The dark haired woman held her tight, added her warmth to Alex’s. As Alex’s body came to a gentle rest, the two women laid silent, listening to the sound of their twin heartbeats. Marilyn couldn’t help but wonder about the strange far away look on Alex’s face. The quiet was finally shattered when Marilyn gently stroked Alex’s cheek and asked. “What are you thinking?” “I was just thinking,” she began as she looked up and smiled at Marilyn. “I was just thinking that its been such a very long time since I’ve felt this close to someone.” Marilyn laughed softly. “My little love, I think you’re going to feel a lot closer before the night is over. Why don’t we get out of here now that you’re clean and see if we can find someplace a little more comfortable?” “I don’t know,” Alex grinned back over her shoulder. “This cushion I’m sitting on seems kind of nice.” “Out!” Marilyn thundered.

The two women climbed out of the antique bathtub and stood naked on the wide throw rub beside it. Marilyn picked up a towel from the rack on the door and began drying off her new lover. Once done, Alex did the same for her. Hand in hand, they walked naked through the house. Putting any clothing back on seemed superfluous as it would be coming right off. They moved down the long hallway on the second floor, not speaking a word to each other but communicating just by the warmth of each other’s touch. “Give me a few moments before you come in,” Marilyn said as she came to a stop at the door of the master bedroom and stepped in front of Alex. She placed the palm of her hand between the younger woman’s breasts. “I just to fix a few things.” Alex gave her a smile that seemed to say, now who’s worried about a mess, then nodded her agreement. She stood there in the hallway, feeling a comforting warmth across her body despite her still damp skin. In what seemed like no time at all, Marilyn called for her to come in.

‘Oh my!’ Alex beamed as she stepped into a world of flickering luminosity. The old fashion bedroom was filled with the light of a dozen scented candles scattered around the large room. The air was rich with the fragrance of honey. Marilyn stood naked in the center of the room, her body reflecting the luminescent glow. Her upraised arm resting on one of the four tall bedposts on a bed as old as the bathtub they had just emerged from. The short haired brunette remembered Marilyn telling her that the old bed was the first piece of furniture that she’d had restored when she bought the house. That was how she’d originally met Mike Zalman. He’d been ever so helpful in arranging for the bed to be picked up and the craftsmen who made it like new. Unfortunately he also seemed to expect to help break the bed in once it was refurbished. Marilyn was quick to dissuade him of any such notion. The plus side of the whole encounter, however, was that Marilyn got to meet Gloria. The two had hit it off immediately, and the buxom redhead did get to help break the bed in. All of this appeared and disappeared in Alex’s mind in a brief second. In a very impressive room, Marilyn was easily the most impressive sight in it. The older woman just radiated sexuality. “I hope you like it.” Marilyn grinned as she reached out her hand in invitation. ‘I don’t have the words to say how beautiful it all is,’ Alex replied as she quickly crossed the room and placed her arms around Marilyn. “Or how beautiful you are.” she added as she kissed her. “I think you are doing just fine in finding the words,” Marilyn said as she closed her arms around Alex, pulling her close against her. Their lips met again as their bodies pressed tight against each other, sharing a warmth that was quickly transforming into a raging fire. “Mmm.” Alex purred as their breasts rubbed against each other, causing their nipples to become harder and erect. Marilyn leaned over and kissed her way across the fold of Alex’s neck to the softness of her shoulders. Her hands explored the rest of the younger woman’s form. ‘You are so beautiful,’ Marilyn said. “Like the dreams of a thousand empty nights come to life.” “I didn’t realize that you were a poet as well.” Alex said. “I think you’ll find that I still have many surprises.” Marilyn answered. “I can’t wait to see what they are.” Alex laughed. Before she could say anything more, she found herself literally swept off of her feet as Marilyn lifted her into her arms and carried her to the waiting bed. Gently laying Alex across the soft satin sheets, Marilyn climbed onto the large mattress next to her. ‘If there’s a word beyond beautiful, then you are certainly it.’ Alex said as she ran a hand across the dark haired woman’s side. “I see that you have a bit of the poet in you as well.” Marilyn commented. “It’s easy when you have such beautiful inspiration.” Alex smiled. Marilyn’s reply was only a broader smile as she placed her hand on Alex. Gingerly she ran her fingers up and down the body next to her, producing a series of soft sighs. ‘That feels nice.’ Alex murmured “It gets even better.” Marilyn replied as she stroked the sides of Alex’s breasts. The soft sighs began to grow in intensity until they became moans. Marilyn’s fingers glided down the sides of the younger woman until they came to her buttocks. There, she took a firm grip and pulled them up and apart, exposing the wet mound beneath it. Marilyn bent down and kissed Alex’s left buttock, then her right. Each succeeding kiss brought her closer to the moist center. Finally, her kisses hit home and a slight shiver shook Alex’s body. Pulling harder, Marilyn gave herself greater access and kissed her again, this time pushing her searching tongue up into the exposed cavity. “Mmmmm” she said as the tangy taste of her new love filled her mouth. Unable to restrain herself any longer, she began to work her tongue in and out of the opening. Faster and faster it moved, sending tiny sparks of delight up into Alex receptive form. “Oh yes,” she said as she enjoyed the sensation. “More, more.” Marilyn was more than willing to reply to the request. Even as her quick moving tongue wove a wet path up and down Alex’s slit, Marilyn’s hands began to again roam across her body. Again sliding up and under, she cupped Alex’s firm breasts and played with her nipples, bringing even louder moans. “Turn over.” She said, guiding Alex with a gentle touch. Alex was quick to respond, quickly flipping over onto her back and giving Marilyn full and unrestricted access.