"You don't need to read that, you wrote a similar version ten years ago," a familiar voice said from the doorway. I looked up from the HR manual, the very one I was given but a few hours ago.
"How are you?" she asked smiling as she strode into my new office raising her hands and looking around at the wood paneled walls, "Like it?"
"So far, so good," I replied as I stood to greet her. Ava Marks had matured very nicely over the past ten years. Back then I was her manager. It was her first job out of college and she was trying to get some experience in the work place as she groped for a career path. Then she was young, impressionable, enthusiastic and slightly insecure. I was eight, maybe ten, years her senior. Success had given her an air of confidence. Now our roles were reversed- she had fared very well and become the division manager of a publishing house and I was her new hire.
"You look great," I said complimenting her as I noticed her still riveting cat shaped green eyes, beautiful curly bleach blond hair with black roots, and, her short but sleek shapely figure hidden beneath a gray check business suit.
"Thanks," she said as she took a seat on the corner of my desk, crossing her legs making herself comfortable. Memories of the past flooded back as our eyes locked and she spoke. I listened intently trying not to look at her tantalizingly sexy legs dangling before my eyes.
"Sorry I could not meet with you during the interview process. They brought your resume to me and I did not even flinch at hiring you- I told them to do it immediately at all costs regardless of the other applicants. I knew the time to get you would be limited and we had to move fast.... John, I know your pedigree and have always respected your work. You really helped me when I was starting out. I never forgot the opportunities you gave me, the things you did to see me advance and how you mentored me when you had no obligation. But, I also hired you because I need your experience and skill... I need a right hand who I can trust to guard my back and run cover for me in the coming transition, an experienced and loyal adviser," she explained carefully detailing my role, "...people around here raised eyebrows at my decision to bring in an industry vet as my new number two.... I want to work from a position of strength."
"I'm flattered that you think so highly of me.... Just tell me what you need and I'll deal with it," I assured her, "When can we discuss these issues?"
"How late are you staying tonight?" she asked.
"First day on the job, figured I could slack a little and cut out around 5:00. I have no plans tonight, so if you need me to stay around later..."
"I have a meeting which should run until 5:15. How about we talk over a cocktail across the street at that steakhouse?" she suggested.
"When have I ever turned down a drink from a friend?" I replied.
She smiled at the comment, "John, you mean "a pretty woman," she replied.
"No, HR manual says I can't say those things."
"Touche... See you there," she said with a smirk. I watched her walk away, her petite figure moving with grace. The skirt hugged her tear drop shaped ass and reminded me why back in the day I had lusted for her. Thankfully, she did not turn around and look at me as she left.
After a martini, filling in the gap of the past ten years and reminiscing of old times, she suggested we return to her office and review the papers for the upcoming merger. We stood behind her desk reviewing the spreadsheets and proposed organizational charts. I towered over her by a good foot. Occasionally, she bumped against me. I thought nothing of it but the martini working its magic.
She looked up at me, "Did you know that when we worked together I had the biggest thing for you?"
"Nothing ever needed to be said," I replied.
"I always wanted to find a way to let you know but never could, never the right time and when I did find the right time, I lost my nerve... Did you ever suspect?"
"It was pretty evident," I admitted.
She asked, "Why didn't you act?" as she softly placed her hand on my arm.
"Wrong time, wrong place, I was with someone. I was afraid I would offend you personally and hurt you professionally I was wrong in my advances. Besides, your professional development was important to me. What would have happened if I allowed it to be mixed up in personal interests?"
"Well, now things are different," she coyly stated as she knelt before me and started undoing my pants.
"Ava," I began to protest. She did not stop as she lowered my pants and took my cock in her hand. I was shocked by her forthright aggression. She gently licked at my head between her words, "Here is the deal... I have no time for a social life... all I want is someone to service my needs... this has nothing to do with why I hired you, or work, understand?... I do not want a relationship.... Strictly casual fun... ok?"
"I think it is an offer I cannot refuse," I replied as my hand went to the top of her head as she went down on me. The palm of her hand cupped and rolled my hard balls as she swallowed my respectable sized cock.
"Oh Ava, yes," I gasped as she held me deep, my head hitting the back of her throat. She pulled off and started jerking me. Pre-cum spilled and she went back down again. I felt the warmth of her throat, my balls tingled and swirled as she massaged them. The wave hit me hard and fast, I pushed her head down and unloaded in her mouth. Not a drop did she spill. I slumped back against the desk in exhaustion.
"No more tonight stud, I have another meeting. Next time I will let you know in advance," she said as she gave me a wink and walked out. This time she looked over her shoulder and this time I was caught. The leer in my eye must have sold out ten years of lingering lust. A cocky smile crossed her face as she turned away and walked out.
Days passed and I kept dwelling on our encounter. I did not want to bring it up and seem like I was eager. We worked without mentioning it and rekindled the strong working relationship we once had. I found work experience had paid off well for her. She had surrounded herself with a strong team and developed a shrewd business acumen. Ava was no body's fool and had anticipated and prepared for the coming merger.
I often found myself wondering how an innocent clean cut girl could have hid an aggressive sexual demeanor. Now I was more curious to know who was really behind her professional veneer. Sometimes, the way she looked at me across the table in meetings, I just knew what was on her mind. I wondered if anyone else was picking up our vibe.