We find work with an escort agency.
Scorpius1945
Author's notes:
1. This is a work of fiction. The activities and practices described in this story are not necessarily either condoned or recommended. If you choose to do anything described in real life with real people you do so at your own risk.
2. All characters are fictional and any likeness to any living person is purely coincidental. The story is purely imaginary and, to the author's knowledge, bears no relationship to any factual occurrence.
3. For those who haven't yet read the previous chapters, I suggest you read them to provide context before continuing with this chapter. I am open to suggestions about where you would like this story to go, if you wish to comment. Thanks.
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We had a dilemma. An apartment in Washington was expensive so we could only afford a fairly dilapidated two-bedroom place, definitely unsuitable for entertaining paying clients. On the other hand, we needed paying clients to be able to afford something better. This left us with no option but to offer our services in the homes of potential clients, a situation which could be riskier than if we had control of the environment. However, beggars can't be choosers, as the saying goes, so that was how we started our new, and first, business venture.
It hadn't taken us long to find an escort agency willing to employ us. Girls and guys who were attractive, sexy, willing to do almost anything, and were discreet were in high demand. Celeste had taken to wearing her purple corset each day now we weren't travelling and she attracted attention in the city, especially from guys. I found it interesting to walk a few steps behind her, noticing the reactions of the guys and their partners, if they had one, more than one randy male receiving an angry elbow in the ribs from his girlfriend or wife.
We had discussed sexual matters between us on and off for several days, wondering how life would be if we were married; could we continue to work as escorts while we were married? Would we allow other partners in our bed, could we allow each other to have sex with other partners? These were all very valid considerations which filled in much of our time as we awaited a call notifying us of an appointment with a client. Before that could occur, however, we had to pass several checks including Police and medical. So, we waited in our small apartment or, more frequently walking the streets to become familiar with the city. Inevitably this led to Celeste taking an interest in jewellery shops.
"I love that one, darling," she said, pointing to a beautiful diamond and emerald engagement ring, "And look, it's only $150,000."
"Yeah," I chuckled ruefully, "When you earn that a month then you can buy it."
"Honey, I'm sorry, I know you feel bad about not having an engagement ring for me, and I do know that you'll buy me one when we can afford it."
I laughed. "Yeah, but there's also one other thing you must do first," I replied, "You'll have to agree to marry me. I'm still in limbo; I don't know whether you're my girlfriend or my fiancΓ©e. Really, darling, you do need to decide."
"I know, I know, but the belief in fidelity that I was taught growing up is so deep-rooted that it's really hard to ignore. I enjoy making love with you and watching you make love with others and I definitely enjoy making love with others too and having you watch me, but my parents were adamant that marriage means an end to all that. Once you're married, you have one partner and one partner only. So that would mean I couldn't work as an escort and be married, but there's nothing to stop me working as an escort and being your girlfriend. So that's why I haven't given you an answer, even though I know it's been a week since you asked. It's Ok for you, you didn't have the same parents and strict upbringing that I did."
"Yes, honey, I know it must be very hard for you to go against all the beliefs that were instilled in you. So, no pressure, take your time. It'll give me time to save, but not enough for that one, I wouldn't think."
The next morning we received a call from the agency to say everything was fine and we could start when we wanted. We both said we could start now, so they gave us each a client, Celeste's for tomorrow evening and mine tonight. They told us all the details of types of dress, where to meet, what was booked, etc, etc, and then wished us pleasant dates.
I found a suit hire place and hired suitable clothing, then we returned home. I was to escort a society woman, mid-30s, to a charity fundraising dinner. I was given a charge number and would use the card they had provided earlier to charge any expenses, although everything was already paid for I was told, the card was for emergencies only. So tonight, Celeste would be on her own for dinner. I had no idea what time I would be home as the agency had been at pains to point out that the duration of the engagement would depend on what we both chose to do, but that my contracted time ended at midnight.
"So, you mean, you may not be home at all tonight, if Margarite decides she wants your services all night?" asked Celeste as I finished dressing.
"Yes, that's correct," I replied.
"It's going to seem strange sleeping alone."
"Well, you could always go and pick up some sexy guy if you wanted."
"No, darling, I'll wait for you. I was only joking."
"Just remember, although I might have fun with Margarite, I'm yours and nobody else's. This is just work; pleasant work, but still work."
"Yes, honey, I do realize that and I do hope she's nice to you and you have fun."
"Thanks sweetheart," I replied, kissing and hugging her in my unfamiliar dress clothes. She held me away from her to inspect me, straightening my tie a miniscule amount.
"You'll do. You clean up quite well. Make sure she knows she's a very lucky woman."