A few days had past and Cliff went down to the basement.
Clair had to work late and the kids were out so he had the house to himself. He decided to listen to some jazz music.
He was moving some stuff off the top of boxes to get to his music when he knocked a bunch of junk off. He sighed and began to pick everything up.
Something caught his eye and it turned out to be photos he had hidden of he and Eunice in the very short amount of time that they went together. He was bound and determined to never let Clair find out.
He sat down and put the box of photos in his lap and began looking at them.
Eunice Chantille was tall with light brown skin and bright green eyes. She had thick curly hair and bright red lips.
He smiled and saw a picture of Eunice draped all over him kissing his cheek. The next one he had forgotten about. Someone had taken a picture of the two of them dancing and kissing. He remembered that night well. He continued looking at the pictures. The more he looked through the pictures the more he found himself wanting to see how she changed.
He lost track of time.
Meanwhile a tired Clair finally walked through the door and noticed how quiet it was. She knew someone was home because the lights were on so she walked to the kitchen and shouted "Cliff! Are you home?"
He jumped and quickly stuffed the pictures back into the box and his them. He cleaned up the mess and headed upstairs where he almost ran into Clair.
He grabbed her arm to catch his balance and said "excuse me. Hi sweetheart. Did you just get home?"
She accepted his kiss and said "yes. Sorry I was so late but this case is taking a lot of my time."
He said "so I've noticed."
She felt bad because she has been neglecting him.
She sighed "I'm sorry Cliff. I don't like this anymore than you do."
He said "you didn't forget about our dinner tomorrow did you?"
She said "of course not. I will be home early. There is no way I am leaving you alone with her!"
He grinned "Clair stop worrying about Eunice."
She said "I'll try. I'm just starting to rethink this whole thing. Why we're you in the basement?"
He gently grabbed her face and kissed her lips. He said "you're getting worked up all over nothing. Now I'm sure you've had a rough day so I'm going to warm up your dinner and rub your shoulders while you eat then I'm going to run you a nice, hot bath and put you to bed."
She noticed how he avoided her question but smiled and squeezed his hand "you're wonderful."
True to his word he rubbed her tense shoulders and ran her a bath.
Around 10:45 pm he put her in his shirt and in the bed.
The next morning Cliff was headed out the door when Clair kissed him passionately.
He smiled "what was that for?"
She said "since when do I need a reason to kiss my husband?"
He said "you don't. Don't forget about tonight!"
She watched him leave and thought he actually seems excited about tonight.
She frowned 'it has something to do with the basement. That's it! I'm leaving work early so I can see if he is hiding something from me!'
Clair returned home about 3:00 so she could clean, make dinner but more importantly snoop. She knew Cliff had a picture of that woman somewhere. You just can't let go of a woman like her.
She started preparing dinner and cleaned then she went down to the basement.
She noticed how guilty he looked when he came from the basement and she immediately knew it had something to do with Eunice Chantille.
She started to move the boxes when she knocked them over. She picked up the stuff and saw a box that had been hidden. Her eyes lit up and she went to grab it when she heard Cliff call her name. She thought 'crap' and rushed upstairs. Cliff came out of the dining room and said "what were you doing in the basement?"
She shrugged her shoulders and said "I wanted to find our nice table cloth but I don't remember where I put it."
She knew he didn't believe her but thankfully the timer went off giving her the escape she needed from that awkward situation.
He went to the cabinet and pulled out the table cloth.
She tried to play it off and said "oh so that's where it was!"
He narrowed his eyes and said "you were trying to see if I had any pictures of Eunice weren't you?"
She knew she was caught and said "what makes you think that?"
He said "because you're acting weird."
She said "I'm just nervous that's all."
He smiled and kissed her cheek "you're cute when you're jumpy you know that?"
She rolled her eyes and went back to cooking "I just want this night to be over!"
He slid his hands over her arms and pulled her close. He nuzzled her neck and whispered "calm down. Everything will be fine I promise. My parents won't let her get out of hand."
She sighed "I hope you're right."
He said "try and relax okay."
She nodded.
He started to leave the room and she said "where are you going?"
He grinned and said "to find a new hiding place!"
Her mouth fell open and she said "I knew you had a picture of her!"
He brought his box up and hid it behind his back.
She saw him grin and went over to him "Cliff! Let me see it!"
He started going upstairs and said "nope!"
She glared at him and heard him laugh.
Eventually he came back downstairs and saw her glare at him.
She said "you're enjoying this aren't you?"
He simply smiled and she muttered "oh shut up!"
He grinned and said "feel free to check the basement."
She huffed and watched him do a little dance as he left the room.
The kids arrived early to help their mom and Clair excused herself long enough to change.
She came back and saw Cliff getting berated by the children.
Theo was intrigued and excited "I think this is great. I can't wait to meet her!"
Sondra said "I can't believe you're having your old girlfriend over for dinner!"
He said "she wasn't my girlfriend!" He said under his breath "Well not for very long. Clair?! A little help here please!"
He looked relieved when Clair came downstairs and he said "save me from your crazy children."
She grinned "I think you can handle it."
She took the oudeurves to the living while Russell and Anna waited with the kids in the living room.
Clair went back to check on the food when Cliff snuck out and went to the living room.
Cliff jumped up when he heard the doorbell ring and asked his dad "how do I look?"
Russell rolled his eyes "it doesn't matter your married remember?"
He answered the door and his mouth fell open.
There stood Eunice Chantille dressed in a short red dress that showed more than enough cleavage. Eunice smiled brightly and hugged him tightly "oh Cliffy its so good to see you!"
Clair peeked into the living room and saw Eunice Chantille all over her husband.
She was furious so she went back into the kitchen and drummed her fingers on the bowl trying to calm down.
Suddenly Cliff appeared and saw an angry Clair pacing the floor.
He said "honey what's wrong?"
She glared at him and very sweetly said "what's wrong? What ever do you mean Cliffy?That bitch was all over you that's what's wrong!"
The Clair he knew didn't use language like that very often so he knew she was upset.
He walked over to her "Clair you need to calm down. Remember the kids and grandkids are here."
She frowned "this was a bad idea. I'm going to lose it. I just know it. I'm going to make a fool out of myself."
He took her in his arms and comforted her "sweetheart I won't let that happen. Besides if anyone is going to look like an idiot it will be Eunice. Did you see what she was wearing?! If you feel like you're going to lose it we can excuse ourselves and you can calm down for a minute but we really need to go out there."
She sighed and said sarcastically "whatever you say Cliffy."
He closed his eyes and sighed. 'This was going to be a long night' he thought.
They walked out and saw the men fawning over Eunice.
Eunice said "Cliffy there you are come sit!"
Clair glared at Eunice.
Cliff said "you remember my wife Clair?"
Eunice gave a fake smile and said "of course nice to see you again."
Clair gave a tight smile and nodded.
Everyone could feel the tension in the room.
Clair sat by Anna and Russell so she wouldn't do anything stupid.
She watched Cliff take his seat next to Eunice.
Anna patted Clair's hand and whispered "calm down."
Clair looked at Anna and smiled in thanks.
Eunice said "so Cliffy tell me what you've been up to all these years."
Clair looked at Anna and mouthed 'Cliffy.'
Anna grinned and shrugged her shoulders.
Clair had all that she could take at the moment so she said "if you'll excuse me I need to check on dinner."
Anna followed her and when they got into the kitchen Clair started spouting off insults.
Anna couldn't help but smile.
Anna grabbed Clair's arms and said "honey I know you hate her but you have to calm down. Don't let her have the upper hand."
Clair sighed "she's hitting on my husband and I think he's enjoying it!"
Anna said "I know that and I can't believe my son is allowing it but you have to keep in mind that he loves you and when she leaves here tonight you will never have to see her again."
Clair leaned against the counter and said "I knew this was a bad idea! I can't stand her voice and calling my husband Cliffy! That's so annoying!"
Anna said "maybe dinner will be better. Let's go!"
Clair said "fine!"
During dinner Clair remained fairly quiet. Cliff and Clair sat at the heads of the table and Eunice sat by Cliff's side.
Clair glared at Eunice when she touched Cliff's hand and suddenly pecked his cheek.
Clair had enough she grabbed her plate and went to the kitchen. She stepped outside to get some air. She cursed herself for not grabbing a jacket but couldn't find the strength to go get one right now.
As though he read her mind Cliff put a jacket around her shoulders and she put it on. He kissed her cheek. He attempted to wrap her arms around her and thankfully she didn't pull away.
He said "it's cold out here sweetheart."
She sighed "I needed some fresh air. If I stayed inside any longer I might claw her eyes out."
He pulled her closer "honey I know this isn't easy but..."
She moved out of his embrace "your right! Its not easy. I don't want her in my house! The woman is making me sick; the way she is fawning all over you and it seems to me that your enjoying it!"
Cliff was taken aback and getting a little tired of her attitude "Eunice has been nothing but nice. She's tried to include you in our conversations and you blatantly ignore her. Yes your right maybe I am enjoying her attention because this is the most I've gotten in a while! You've been busy with work and the kids and when you're home I can't even eat what I want because you put me on a stupid diet!"
She gasped "Cliff! You know I'm working on a case. It takes up quite a bit of my time and I'm exhausted when I get home! As for your diet I'm only doing it for you. It was doctors orders."
He said "I know that. I'm sorry. Maybe I did lead her on. I guess I just miss my wife."
She looked at him and smiled softly "oh Cliff I miss you too."
She walked over to him and hugged him tightly.
They held each other for a moment and he said "I'm sorry about enjoying her attention. Can you ever forgive me?"
She smiled and said "of course."
She kissed him passionately and pulled back "I bet she never kissed you like that!"
Clair grinned and said "let go back inside."
Cliff followed her back into the kitchen. They grabbed the chocolate cake and plates.
Clair served everyone a slice and gave Cliff a small piece. He made a face at Clair and she just grinned. The kids took theirs into the kitchen while the adults stayed in the dining room.
Eunice and Cliff were talking. She cut a piece of her cake and fed it to him before he could stop her. He saw the fire in Clair's eyes and prayed she wouldn't do anything stupid.
Clair started cleaning the table and said "desert is over!"
He knew this was getting out of hand. He needed to get Eunice out of his house as soon as possible because if Clair ever found out that he and Eunice had a one night stand she would never forgive him.
Eunice, Anna, Russell, and Theo were in the living room when Cliff and Clair walked in.
Eunice smiled and patted the seat next to her "Cliffy, I wondered where you had gotten to. Come sit by by me."
Cliff flenched when Clair squeezed her nails into his hand "I think I'll sit right here."
He sat in the chair and pulled Clair with him. She smirked when she saw Eunice look a tad upset. Clair pulled Cliff's arms tighter around her.
Theo could feel the tension in the room so he excused himself. Russell and Anna glanced at each other and knew something was brewing.
Anna said "Cliff can I see you for a moment?"
Cliff was relieved and moved Clair off his lap. She looked at him worriedly and he pecked her cheek and left.
Anna said "Cliff what is going on?"
He said "what do you mean?"
Anna said "Eunice is all over you and you're allowing it! Cliff we both know you dated Eunice for a week when you and Clair broke up. You to look awfully comfortable together. Is there something you're not telling me?"
His eyes widened and he thought 'does she know?'
Anna glared at him and said "did you ever tell Clair that you dated Eunice?"
He said "mom! Not so loud!"
Anna crossed her arms and cocked her head "you never told her? Cliff what is wrong with you?"
He said "Clair would never forgive me."
Anna said "Cliff, Clair is an understanding woman she would forgive eventually...unless something else happened that I don't know about."
He looked sick "mom, please just let it go."
Anna cleared her throat and whispered "Cliff, did you sleep with Eunice?"
His eyes widened and he looked down in shame. Anna saw him slowly nod his head.
Anna covered her face with one hand and thought "oh my god. This is bad. Cliff listen to me honey."
She took his face in her hands "you two were broken up. You did nothing wrong."
He said "but I slept with the one person Clair can't stand. She's going to hate me!".
Anna said "Cliff, why did you hide it from her?"
Cliff said "if I told Clair back in the day we would have been over and you know it. Mom you can't tell her! I'll tell her after Eunice leaves okay?"
Anna said "alright Cliff, I won't say anything."
He sighed in relief and kissed her cheek "thank you."
Clair and Eunice were left alone with Russell.
Eunice tried to be civil "Clair you have a wonderful family. Your a lucky woman."
Clair was getting sick of her games and said "I know."
Eunice knew she wasn't going to charm Clair so she decided to switch tactics.
Eunice smiled "I just meant it must've of shaken you up when you and Cliff broke up. I'm sure you wondered that you lost him for good."
Clair crossed her arms and legs and narrowed her eyes "I was never worried. I knew we would get back together. We just had a disagreement."
Eunice was elated when she realized Clair didn't know about their affair.
Eunice leaned back and said "not according to Cliff. He thought you to were over for good. He came to me for comfort."
Clair knew she was trying to get to her and she tried to remain strong but she said "what are you talking about? I know you two dated if that's what you mean. It was all over town!"
Eunice smiled and said "that's not all we did."
Clair sat up straight and narrowed her eyes.
Eunice opened her mouth but was interrupted by Cliff and Anna.
Anna said "Russell I think its time we left."
Russell hopped up and grabbed Anna's coat. He knew things were about to get ugly.
Cliff said "Eunice it was good seeing you again but I think its time you left. I have an early morning."
Eunice said "tomorrow is Saturday besides Clair and I were talking about when the two of broke up."
He looked at Anna with a panicked look on his face.
Anna sternly said "Eunice my son is right. Its time to leave. We will walk you to you car! Now!"
Eunice said "I guess you're right. Cliff I'm in town for 2 weeks visiting my family. I hope we can spend some time together before I leave."
Before he could stop her she kissed his cheek "it was wonderful seeing you again."
Clair glared at the Eunice.
Anna finally got Eunice out the door and Cliff and Clair were alone.
Cliff laid against the door and sighed.
Clair said "I'm so glad she's gone!"
She walked over to the coffee table and started gathering the dishes.
She headed to the kitchen and said "I don't know what possessed you to date her?"
She disappeared through the kitchen and his mouth fell open. He all but ran into the kitchen and saw her putting the dishes into the dishwasher.
Clair started the dishwasher and turned around. She looked at Cliff and said "honey, are you alright?"
He said "you knew I dated her?"
Clair rolled her eyes "of course I did. You and Eunice were the talk of the town."
She sat down at the table and continued "I was devastated when I found out that you were dating her."
He sat down and took her hand "I only did it to get back at you for dumping me."
She sighed "I was just upset I never thought you would take what I said seriously and I certainly never thought you would date Eunice. I thought you would come back the next day and beg me to get back together. You know I when I saw the two of you together my heart broke and I knew I would do anything to win you back."
He said "you saw us?"
She sniffled "you were on a date. Dancing down at the club. She was sitting on your lap kissing you and you were sliding your hand up her leg. I ran out the back before you could see me."
Cliff said "why didn't you say anything?"
She scoffed "well excuse me its kind of hard to talk with someone's tongue down your throat!"
She went to stand up but he pulled her on his lap.
He said "I'm sorry you had to see that. I was just trying to win you back."
She said "by kissing someone else?"
He said "I was angry that you dumped me. I knew dating Eunice would make you upset and I thought you would realize dumping me was a mistake and take me back. I just wanted to make you jealous."
She put her arm around his neck "well it worked. Seeing you kiss her drove me crazy."
He smiled "oh yeah?"
She nodded.
He smiled and slowly leaned into kiss her. He captured her lips and their tongues fought for dominance. He slid his hand up her legs and muttered against her lips "this would be easier if you were wearing a skirt!"
She smiled against his lips.
After a couple minutes of kissing she could feel his buldge pressing against her. She pulled back and said "why don't we go upstairs?"
He turned off the lights and chased her upstairs.
He closed the bedroom door and pinned her against it. He quickly rid her of her shirt and unbuttoned her pants. He smiled when she was left in her undergarments. He leaned his head down and kissed her breast and reached around and undid her bra. He let go of her hands and gently massaged both breast as he kissed them. She moaned and managed to slid Cliff's pants off in the process.
He let go of her breasts and slipped his hand inside her panties. He cupped her and could feel how wet she was. She moaned and whimpered when he slipped his finger inside her slit. He head fell against the door. She sighed "Cliff now!"
He pulled out his finger and sucked it in his mouth. He pulled off his boxers and took his penis in his hand and coated the head in her juices. She whimpered and he lifted one of he legs around his waist and slammed inside of her.
He kissed her so her scream was muffled. He lifted her other leg and so that both her legs were wrapped around his waist. She held on tightly as he pounded into her. She knew she would be sore tomorrow but didn't care. She could feel herself coming so she bit Cliff's shoulder and screamed. He threw his head back as he spilled his seed deep inside her pussy.
He heard her sigh and let her catch her breath. She loosened her legs and let the fall to the floor. He smiled and gently kissed her lips. He slowly pulled out of her and she whimpered.
He said "wait here." He came back with a warm wash cloth and cleaned them up. He tossed the rag into the bathroom and they got in bed. He covered them both up and they spooned. He nuzzled her neck and tightened his arms around her.
He said "you're wonderful you know that? Most wives wouldn't allow there husband's old girlfriend into their house."
She sighed and snuggled deeper into his arms "I still don't like her!"
He kissed her cheek "you're the only woman I could ever want and need. She means nothing to me."
She smiled and turned her head to kiss his lips.
She laid back down and said "good."
He smiled.
She said "are you going to see her again?"
He said "not if I can help it!"
She smiled and closed her eyes "I love you Cliffy."
He groaned "don't call me that!"
She laughed.
They were silent for a while when Clair sighed.
He said "what is it?"
She rubbed his arm and said "before you came in the living room Eunice wanted to tell me something I'm just not sure what it was and now its driving me crazy."
His eyes widened and he said "honey I'm sure it's nothing. She probably just wanted to get to you."
Cliff bit his cheek and prayed she let it go and thankfully she did.
Clair said "you're probably right."
She turned on to her back and looked at Cliff "kiss me."
He smiled and captured her lips with his.
They made love multiple times throughout the night.