Kapitel 30
Padmé and Anakin had planned to stay for the whole week. Sabé was on vacation up to and including Wednesday, as was Dormé, who wanted to take a flight to Washington D.C. on Wednesday evening. During the six-week vacation at the beginning of the off-season, Rex and Cody were still out of practice, Satine wasn't working, and Ben was at home in the evenings.
Every day at midday, the women have made the decision to get together, eat, and speak. In order to attend, Satine hired a babysitter.
After Ben finished working in the office, the men would get together for dinner or to sit, drink and talk at a bar or lounge.
Padmé, Dormé, Sabé, and Satine got together on Monday for lunch at Paola's and thereafter coffee and cake at Padmé's. Anakin had an espresso maker in apartment, and she had already placed an order for pastries from Ralph's Coffee. She was quite eager to show her friends where she currently stays.
Everyone enjoyed the usual Italian cuisine served at Paola's. They took a walk to Anakin's apartment because it wasn't far.
"It's a tiny place, come in. When Anakin purchased it at the beginning of 2014, he was still Quarterback by Jets and didn't require anything else, he travelled much. When he attended MIT in Boston, it was briefly rented out, but he didn't want to sell it since he seemed to know he would need it in the future. We only need to make the space more comfortable by adding curtains, blankets, and decor to the walls. I have already ordered these stunning pillows."
"Oh girlfriend, you start upsetting his all life as soon as you returned to him."
"Anakin wants this, he said his life without me wasn't a life and now that we both have our lives again, let's get comfortable."
"Why would you want to be married so soon when you've only been together for two months?"
"We're not strangers, we know each other Sabé, everything's fantastic, I love him, he loves me...and I...and I...and we want to have a baby. It's about time because I'll be twenty-eight in a few months."
"Do you want to take a baby break like I did, or how about your career?"
"My health has suffered because of my job, Satine, and you know Dormé, I almost passed away. I'm certainly going to take maternity leaves and caring for Anakin feels wonderful too. He still treats me well and is really loving. He grants all of my wishes..."
"...and needs." Dormé said, "Is he as good a lover...as he used to be?"
"Better than he used to be, he's more mature now and..." Padmé gushed.."...speaking of needs; what was the last night….with Cody?"
"They fucked."
"That wasn't just a fuck."
"What else?...I mean you fucked with him the whole time we were in college but you never said that even though we always talked about boys and fucking and I know for a fact that he fucked you."
"Oh Sabé, how many times did the word fucking appear in that sentence?"
"Three times in that simple sentence. So spit it out Dormé."
"We didn't fuck, we...had sex, yes."
"And what makes a difference?"
"Cody says, fucking is just for relief. With someone you care about, having enjoyable sex that feels wonderful….. is different."
"Cody says... WOW. Did you also have enjoyable sex with him in the past and couldn't forget it, which is why you stayed single for so long and simply fucked around, keeping all of that from us?" Sabé shouted.
"I feel like I'm on the witness stand, have you prepared your address to the jury yet? OK. , I plead guilty."
"The judgment: Dormé Dawson, you are obligated to reveal every aspect of her sexual life to your friends Padmé Naberrie, Sabé Carrington, and Satine Kryze-Kenobi, until you are married."
"The judgement accepted."
"Good – So - Tonight. Was it like before, or better?"
"Not like before, somehow emotionally and yet...more passionate...and..."
Padmé cut some cakes, handed out the coffee cups and said: "Our Dormé is fallen, who would have thought it?"
"He's always had a crush on you, and you've always been a little bit in love with him, huh?" Remembered Sabé.
"Since the twins were so similar to one another, as I've already mentioned, there was an excessive amount of room for games. The resemblances aren't that great now; Cody's hair got more dark, his ears are different, and he has gained an inch in height..."
"Did something else …gained…in length, would you mind telling us about that as well, huh?"
"To the benefit, Padmé, and by Skywalker?
"Dito," was followed by raucous laughter from everyone.
"What about you, Satine?"
"I'm not going to reveal anything, I'm married, happily married...or something like that."...and then they laughed again, like back on campus.
Around 4:30pm Dormé's iPhone rang.
"Bet I know who's calling her."
"Smartass, of course he is."
"You have to hurry, the men have dinner at Del Frisco's at 7:30pm...either a quicky will do for you."
"How do you know where they're going?"
"After dinner, they want to go to the Broadway Lounge, which is nearby and easy, Anakin informed me. Don't you trust him?
"I liked you better a few years ago when you were less lively and kept your mouth shut, Padme."
"Go on, you won't get your money's worth if you don't."
"Bitch. At La Grande Boucherie, we'll see you tomorrow at 12:30. Kiss." Dormé left
"I'm not sure if the sex is really that fantastic or if there's more. Do you agree that she actually caught fire?"
"Perhaps now fire is starting to ignite from what for years has only been embers." Added Satine.
"How poetic."
"Yes, Sabé, I have begun to write poems."
"You must be joking."
"No jokes."
"I'm speechless."
"A lawyer with no ability to speak is worthless."
"Damn Satine, you write poetry."
"I'll email you some poems."
"For me too, I never imagined you'd end up a poet."
The door opened and Anakin walked in. "Hello Ladies... and where is Dormé?"
"Cody phoned, so perhaps they could have some sex before the men head out to dinner."
"Oh, well, I'll find out tonight."
"And you won't keep this information from us !" Padmé did a Star Wars-inspired hand motion.
"And I won't keep this information from you."
"Padmé, tell me, do you practice mind tricks? Are you a Jedi?" Satine enquired and laughed.
"No, she is an evil Sith." Anakin quickly came to her and placed countless kisses all over her face.
"We were already ready to leave, Satine, to make room for sex session number two."
"I didn't see my Angel in a few hours, so you don't need to go, it's only a kiss."
"And for that reason, Anakin. See you at La Grande Boucherie tomorrow, Padmé. Padmé kissed her friends as she led them to the door.
"Where have you been?"
"I went to Cliegg. I hadn't been at 11 Wall Street in a while. been. Still like a beehive. I afterwards visited my mother to review my money."
"Does she still manage your money?"
"Yes."
"I could also take your mother of my money."
"Better not, no. Sprinkle is a better choice. You remember September 2008, even if we were still quite young? We would have ended up living on the streets if my parents hadn't saved a lot of money in advance. Thank God, my mother is a wise financial manager."
"OK. She can manage my money, invest it elsewhere, it doesn't have to be Black Rock."
"We'll see her on Friday, so talk to her then."
"Good. Now get ready slowly, Ani. Men's night out is sure to be entertaining. Sola will also be going to visit my parents with me."
"Then you have support."
"I'm fine, they've cooled down and accepted, and I feel like Mom is kind of satisfied."
"And your father?"
"I was always his little girl who listened to his words, but now that he's lost that grip, he can see that I'm willing to follow you till the end of the world, at the risk of my own career. He's still a bit... upset about law firm... and kind of jealous of you."
"Padme, are you really ready for this?"
"I know what makes a successful career. Although receiving so much attention and appreciation doesn't feel horrible, but at the end of the day I was still alone with myself and lonely, and I cried practically every night as I lay my head on the pillow. I kept that a secret from everyone, even Sola and the therapist. I no longer desire that."
As he gave her a hug, Anakin used his thumb to dry her tears. "Shhh, what did we say, Angel? Stop reflecting on the past."
"Yes, Ani, but there is still something unprocessed that only I can tell you, something that only you can understand."
"Sure, but let's not this something overtakes our heads. Let our luck make some of that fade."
"Go take a shower now, and what wonderful clothes are you wearing this evening? I don't want my Ani to be inferior to the Football Stars."
"I always look better than the twins, regardless of what I'm wearing."
She gave his biceps a gentle smack. "You cheeky...conceited...but it's true. You are the most attractive man to have ever been born on Earth."
"Padmé, do you know how beautiful you are? I'm happy to have you as, no matter where we go, I can see that every man is looking at you."
"Even the men turn to look at you after."
"I'm not gay, no. What should I wear, then?
"The dark blue suit, white shirt or blue shirt and Hermes tie, your black oxfords, perhaps the Borsalino, are all required for Del Frisco's dress code."
"OK, but Borsalino on your responsibility." Knowing she enjoyed it, he winked and chuckled.
"I trust you."
He swiftly drank another espresso after taking a shower.
"A strong espresso this late—are you worried about nodding off?"
"Who knows, it could get boring without you."
"With Rex and Cody, you have a lot of catching up to do."
"I need to catch a lot up with you." he said and moved to approach her.
"Go get dressed or you'll be late."
He moved. She could see that he had gone for the dark blue suit and waistcoat as he came from the bedroom. She gave him a complete body scan.
"It's almost unfair how someone could be so perfect." She had the same smile on her face when she saw him.
"Even though I'm looking forward to this men's night, I'm even more looking forward to returning home to you ...you are wonderful, my Angel."
"I'll wait for you."
"It may be late."
"The most important thing is that you come back."
"Always." After giving her a kiss and putting on his coat and Borsalino, he went.
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Best regards from Germany