Awkward doesn't even begin to start the atmosphere at the dinner table. We are all seated staring at each other. You could cut the tension with a knife. Is this how the entire night is going to be? I can't take it anymore and have to say something.
"So, how exactly did you two meet?", I ask looking at Jose and Elena. I sincerely doubt that it was at a BDSM club.
"I was in Portland two weeks ago on business, and my meeting had ended early so I thought that I would check out the local scenery. As I was driving, I noticed a building where a crowd had gathered. I then saw a sign that said "Jose Rodriguez Photography Show.", Elena says as she runs her fingers along Jose's hand. "Photography has always been an interest of mine."
"Really? I have known you for a long time, and I had no idea.", Christian says
"Oh yes, I have many interests Christian.", she smirks.
"I was talking to someone about one of my photos, and Elena walked up. She was telling me how she enjoyed looking at my work. We started talking and talking. Even after most of the people had left, she stayed to talk."
"I really can't describe it. I just felt this connection to him that I have never felt before. I was supposed to leave the next morning, but well, my plans changed.", Elena laughs as it becomes obvious that they had slept together.
"How exactly do you all know each other?", Jose asks.
"Elena is an old friend of my mother's.", Christian says.
"Now, Christian, that's not all of it.", Elena says. Oh boy, here we go. Surely she is not going to tell Jose how Christian was her sub. "Christian and I are also business partners. He and I own some salons together. Whew, thank goodness.
"Yes, we are business partners.", Christian says.
"I met dear sweet Anastasia a few weeks ago. I must say she really is something.", Elena smiles at me. She is trying her best to make it seem like she and I are good friends.
"Oh Elena, you are too kind. I honestly have never met anyone like you. You have an interesting woman there Jose.", I smile as Christian fights hard to hide his amusment.
"I know. She is amazing. I realize that some people may have a problem with our age difference, but I don't care what they think."
"Me either. Age has never been an issue with me.", Elena says as she looks at Christian.
"Jose, are you leaving tomorrow?", Christian asks.
"No, I am staying in Seattle a few more days. I told Elena that I would take her out and give her some basic training in taking photos."
"He is so sweet offering to help me. Who knows maybe there is something I can teach him." OMG! I suddenly get choked on my wine. The thought of Elena training Jose in BDSM makes me feel sick to my stomach.
"Are you ok baby?", Christian asks as he rubs my back.
"Yeah, my wine just went down the wrong way."
The rest of dinner passes by slowly. I am relieved when it is finally time to go. Christian and I walk outside with Jose and Elena holding hands behind us. They stop and kiss passionately.
"Dinner was great. It was great to see you Ana. Christian, I enjoyed meeting you.", Jose says.
"It was good to see you too Jose. Elena, nice to see you as well. Jose is a wonderful guy. Take care of him.
"I plan on it. I plan on taking good care of him.", she winks at Jose.
"I bet you wish you would have listened to me when I said to cancel.", Christian says as we are on our way home.
"Tonight will go down as one of the most interesting dinners I have ever had. Who would have thought Jose would be crazy about Elena?", I say. My friend and the bitch troll. I have a feeling that is going to be an interesting relationship.