The Next Morning
The men all woke up and decided to let the ladies sleep in. They went to the kitchen and began to make breakfast for them. Heart-shaped waffles, eggs, bacon, fruit, the works. They even set the table and unloaded the dishwasher from the day before.
The women woke up and joined them, and were very pleased with their efforts.
"Ok ladies, this is our apology for the way we behaved last night. We wanted to show you that we can put together a meal, set the table, and clean up the kitchen, but that's not all. We also want you to know that we do not think any of you are unintelligent. Just the opposite. If any of us wanted a dumb chick, we could get one, no question. We don't. And we worked too hard to get you, the smart ones, to like us, so we aren't about to screw that up. So, we were thinking and we propose that after breakfast, we spend a few more hours on the water and then we can figure out what we are doing tonight. And we are willing to abide by whatever sleeping arrangements you all want-whether each couple shares a bed, or we go back to the original agreement. What do ya'll think about that?"
"That sounds fun".
"But only if you guys eat with us".
"I agree."
"Me too".
"Me three".
The couples all sat together and had breakfast, and despite not being alone, each of them found it to be quite romantic.
As soon as they were finished, they all cleaned up the kitchen together and then headed out for another day on the lake.
All the ladies were raving about Jennifer's hot pink ruffled bikini.
"That pink looks really great against your tan skin. It makes your tan pop".
"Yeah, she's right. The color makes your tan pop and your tan makes the suit pop".
"Thanks. I love this suit, because it's so comfortable. And because Jonathan can't keep his hands off of me in this suit".
"Ok ladies, find a seat, we are about to take off".
Jennifer went and sat in Jonathan's lap while he drove them out to the open water, and he let her drive for a little bit.
They dropped anchor and put the canopy up, and everyone found a spot to lay out or sit.
Jonathan and Jennifer were laying on the bench under the canopy while the others laid out and fished.
"This has been a fun weekend".
"Yeah, it has".
"Nice and relaxing".
"Fun and exciting".
"Are you as ready to get home as I am?"
"Absolutely".
She leaned over and kissed him.
"And darling, at some point, I want you and I to take a trip just like this, by ourselves".
"You got it".
She leaned over and gave him a few kisses.
"Are you ready for one of Max's home cooked meals?"
"Ehhh".
"Are you ready to get all unpacked and organized again?"
"Nope".
"Ahhh. You're thinking what I'm thinking".
"Yep". She started to chuckle.
"We could always stop at the Cactus Cantina Inn".
"Jonathan. I want to go to bed with you, not lose my life".
"Duly noted".
He gave her a few more kisses.
Pretty soon, all the men were fishing together and the women were sitting and chatting under the canopy.
After a successful day of fishing, they headed back to the dock. The ladies went inside to shower and change, while the men helped Jonathan get the boat out of the water and onto the truck.
"Ladies get showered and changed. We are going to go into town and pick up dinner for everyone and we'll be back soon".
"Well, don't we get to know what it is?"
"No, it's a surprise".
"Well, make sure to pick up 2 gallons of tea with whatever you get, because we are completely out. Make one of them sweet".
"Got it".
"And we need some more paper plates".
"Deal".
Jennifer gave Jonathan a few kisses before the guys started yelling at him to come on.
"Be careful".
"We'll be back soon".
The ladies were all changed and enjoying a glass of wine when the men got back.
"Ok, we decided to play a game. And this one is fair, we promise".
"Let's hear it".
"If you can guess what our dinner is, you get to make your plate first. Yes or no questions only".
"Is it something we have already eaten this weekend?"
"No".
"Is it something we have talked about this weekend?"
"No".
"Is it pizza?"
"No."
"Crab legs?"
"Ding ding ding, Jennifer is the winner".
She stood up and kissed Jonathan.
"Ok, so here's what we did. We bought a couple of papers, and we are going to prepare the table. And we got a pound of crab legs and a pound of shrimp per person, plus a half-pound of the trimmings per person. We were thinking we could just dump it all on the table".
"Perfect".
"We picked up a couple sets of tools, and some extra paper towels. So all we need to do is to prepare the butter sauce".
"That's easy. You just crush some garlic and microwave it in some butter".
Jennifer and Susan set about making butter bowls for everyone while the men got the table ready.
"Darling, layer the table with as much newspaper as you can. Trust me".
"You got it".
They sat around for a couple of hours picking crabs and eating shrimp.
"Jennifer, what's the best flavor combo for this?"
"Oh, there's so many. Sometimes we would do a lemon pepper one, sometimes we would do an Italian based one, to give it a little zing. My favorite was when my mom would cook mushrooms with the crab boil, and then fish them out and use a little bit of the spices to make stuffed mushrooms".
"Oh, that sounds amazing".
After they were finally finished eating, they cleaned up the kitchen together.
"Darling, we need to take the trash with the shells out, and we need to make sure the trashcan is locked, because the animals will smell it and get it".
"Got it".
Jonathan came back about 10 minutes later.
"That certainly took a long time".
"I didn't want to take any chances so I drove it to the end of the street and tossed it in the dumpster."
"You're so clever".
They got the non-essential things loaded into the truck, and then everyone started trying to get packed so they could leave early the next morning.
Jennifer and Jonathan and Susan and Drew took the guys bedroom for the night, while Bill and Rebecca and James and Laura took the girls room.
Jennifer fell asleep the fastest she had all weekend as soon as she snuggled up to Jonathan's chest.
Monday
Everyone was up bright and early, and they headed out. They all agreed to stop and pick up breakfast on the way home and maybe meet for lunch about ½ way through.
Jennifer laced her fingers through Jonathan's as they drove along.
"Darling, are you going to keep this truck?"
"I'm thinking about it. I do kind of like it and it pulls the boat really well".
"Where would you keep it?"
"I don't know. I guess for a bit, I can keep it at the office."
"Not a bad idea".
"If we ever get a different house, we need to make sure it has more garage space".
"Yes, and bigger closets".
She read a magazine for a bit and just tried to enjoy the ride home.
They made it home around 4, and said goodbye to their friends.
"This was so fun! We must do this again".
"Yes, I agree".
After a round of hugs, everyone left and Jonathan and Jennifer headed inside.
She took their bags to the laundry room and got laundry started while Jonathan looked through the mail and the phone messages.
"Darling, where is Max?"
"Note says he went to a poker tournament and won't be home till the morning".
"Interesting".
Jonathan and Jennifer stared at each other for about 3 seconds before he picked her up and kissed her.
She wrapped her legs around his waist as he carried her to the bedroom.
They quickly stepped out of their pants and Jonathan took his shirt off before they climbed into bed.
Jennifer climbed on top of him, and lifted her top up and over her head, and tossed it on the floor.
He was enamored by her red lace bra and boy short panties.
"Is this new?"
"Mmmmhmmm. Well, not brand-new. Just, new to you".
"I love it".
He reached behind her and undid the clasp on her bra, freeing her perfect breasts.
As soon as she tossed the bra on the floor, he rolled them so she was on her back and took one of her nipples into his mouth, causing Jennifer to uncontrollably moan.
She grabbed his hair while he sucked on her nipples and then he moved his kisses to her neck.
He reached over and grabbed a condom, and she shimmied out of her panties while he protected them.
He quickly entered her and began thrusting his hips forward, as Jennifer got louder and louder.
"Oh God….Ohhhhhh Jonathan….."
Hearing her scream his name made his pride swell, and he was all the more eager to please her in any way he could.
They were completely and totally oblivious to anything else that was going on, including the garage door opening.
"Mr. H-you two's home? Poker game got canceled".
"Oh yes….Oh Jonathan….."
Yep, I'd say they was home. But I'm sure not gonna be.
Max quickly and very quietly grabbed a few things and then headed out for the night.
Jonathan and Jennifer made love for a few hours and then fell asleep in each other's arms.
Tuesday
Jonathan got up and headed to the office, even though he absolutely did not want to leave Jennifer.
Jennifer put the finishing touches on her article, and then printed it.
She picked up the phone and called Jonathan.
"Hart Industries, how can I help you?"
"Hi. This is Jennifer, can I speak to Jonathan please?"
"Certainly, one moment".
He picked up a few seconds later.
"Hi".
"Hi. Listen, I need to send my article to the governor of New York. Is there a Fedex place around here?"
"You can bring it to the office and we can send it with the overnights to New York, and then I'll have a staffer personally deliver it to the governor's office tomorrow".
"Perfect! I'm on my way".
"Great I'll see you when you get here. I love you".
"I love you too".
She blew him a kiss and then hung up and went to get ready.
Two hours later, she was back at home, enjoying her salad when the phone rang.
"Hello?"
"Hi, I'm looking for a Jennifer Edwards".
"This is Jennifer Edwards".
"Hi, my name is Anna and I work in the office of Governor Riley, the Governor of New York".
"Hi. I sent my article to him, and it should be arriving tomorrow".
"Wonderful. The governor is planning a meeting and will be speaking about what changes he is making to the legislature in response to the riot at Briar Creek Federal Prison. He respectfully asks for you to be present, as part of what he has to say pertains to you".
"When is this taking place?"
"It will be in two weeks from this Friday at the Barclay Communication Center in Manhattan".
"I will be there".
"Ok, ma'am. We will put you down as a yes. You are permitted to bring people with you, if you'd like."
"Well, the only people I could bring would be my boyfriend and my father, and they are both very busy, so I have no idea if they will be able to come".
"Ok, well, let's put them down and we can update it closer to time if we need to".
"Ok that sounds good. Thank you".
They hung up and she called Jonathan's office.
"Hart Industries, how may I help you?"
"Hi Deanne. This is Jennifer. Listen, would it be possible for you to do me a favor?"
"Yes ma'am."
"Ok, so I need you to block off his calendar for two weeks from this Friday. We will be going to New York, and we will need to leave Thursday night, and we'll probably stay till Sunday afternoon. He can work part of the day Friday in New York if he wants to, but that's up to him".
"Got it down, Miss Edwards. Anything else?"
"No, that's all. Thank you".
"You're welcome".
They hung up and Jennifer got started on her next article.
Jonathan got home about an hour later and came and found her.
"Hey, I didn't hear you come in".
"I just came in".
He leaned down and kissed her.
"Is there something you want to tell me?"
"Yes, thanks for reminding me. The Governor of New York called today, and said there will be a meeting of some kind two weeks from this Friday in Manhattan, and he's going to be speaking about the changes he is making to the legislature since the prison riot. He wants me there since it pertains to me, and he said I could bring two people. So, I had Deanne block it off on your calendar and I was thinking you could work at the New York office if you needed to".
"We can do that".
"Yay! I can't wait to go back to New York with you".
She threw her arms around his neck and kissed him.
"What if we extended the trip?"
"What do you mean?"
"What I mean is, what if I take a week off after the New York trip, and you and I go somewhere, just the two of us?"
"I would love that".
"Perfect. I'll make all the arrangements".