Author's Note: We are back!
I really do apologize for the delay on this chapter, initially I intended for the pool scene to be the opening of this chapter, but the previous chapter ended so abruptly that I felt it needed a bit more to round it out nicely.
But that also meant that this wouldn't be a full chapter as I had prepared it in my drafts, so I had some work to do, but life kind of caught up with me for a bit, which meant I couldn't write nearly as much.
But I do think I'm getting a bit of my writing stream back and I hope I'll be able to have a few more chapters coming out relatively soon. There may not be a regular schedule like I had for the first few chapters but hopefully not very long delays between them either.
Anyway with all that said, I hope you enjoy!
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I awoke before my alarm went off and I got up to take a shower. I got dressed and made my way out to the kitchen. I was a little surprised to see that mom wasn't out there already, but got to work making myself breakfast. I pulled out the pan, and was contemplating what form of eggs to make when I heard mom walking into the room.
"I'm surprised you're up this early." She said.
"Why? It's Monday I've got school" I said, looking at her confused.
"It's labor day sweetie." I threw my head back and sighed. While I was happy to not be going to school, I was upset because I could've slept in instead of getting ready. Mom chuckled. "Oh don't worry it happens. Why don't you cook us some breakfast and then you can go relax."
I nodded, but decided now was a good opportunity to ask her something. "Mom, can you teach me how to cook?"
She gave me a smile. "I'd be happy to. In fact, since I'm off today as well, why don't we cook everything together today?"
"That sounds great."
Mom washed her hands and we got started. To start she showed me how to make a proper English Breakfast. I already knew the eggs and toast, so she just showed me how to fry up sausages and tomatoes. I ended up slightly burning the tomato slices but it came out pretty good otherwise.
After breakfast I grabbed my phone and checked my messages. Starting out with my favorite, I saw that Bella had sent me a new picture. She had apparently taken this one shortly after everyone left her house. She was laying on an inflatable lounge chair that was floating on the pool. Her top was off, sitting beside her on the chair, and I could see droplets of water covering her body. She was wearing sunglasses, but she held them up with her hand and was winking to the camera.
Even with how hot the photo was, I still had to imagine her rush to take it as I knew her dad was still home at the time. But the thought made me appreciate it even more, knowing how much she wanted to show herself off to me. I sent a response saying good morning, and thanking her for the pic.
I also saw that Lucy had texted me after I dropped her off the night before
LE: Hope you make it home safe
LE: Sorry I kind of left you hanging. Hope this makes up for it
She then sent a picture of her in the shower. Lucy's shower wasn't a tub combo, and had a glass door on it. The picture was taken from outside of the shower and though the glass was fogged, I could see Lucy pressing her breasts against it. Once again, despite how much I enjoyed the picture I had to question the logistics of taking it. Regardless of that I responded letting her know not to worry and thanked her for the picture.
The last text that I had waiting for me came from Sam.
SR: Hey do you think you could bring that bra over to my place? My washer went out and I want to have something at least semi clean to wear for work tomorrow
I felt bad for her considering she was having to manage on her own, but was still happy to help her regardless.
RF: Sure thing. Do you wanna come do laundry at our place? I'm sure mom wouldn't mind
SR: No, it's fine. The complex is having someone come by to repair it soon and tomorrow is the only day I work until Saturday
RF: Okay. Well if something happens the offer still stands. I'll bring it by around 2?
SR: Sounds good. See you then
I spent the rest of the morning with mom watching tv and relaxing. It was nice getting to spend time with her as I hadn't seen her much lately because of school and her work. Around lunchtime we got up and she showed me how to sear chicken, as well as how to make fries from scratch. A lot of this was surprisingly simple and I had to kick myself for not learning it sooner. She also showed me how to prepare dough, and we made a batch that we would be using for dinner.
After lunch I drove over to Sam's apartment. I had once again stuffed the bra into my pocket, and managed to make it past my mom without her knowing I had it. I had considered trying something funny like putting it on and knocking on her door while wearing it, but in the end decided not to. When I knocked on the door, Sam took a minute to answer it. I was a little concerned as she didn't say anything when I knocked and I hadn't checked to see if her car was in the parking lot.
When Sam finally opened the door I was stunned by what I saw before me. She was wearing a white shirt with some crest or logo over the left breast, and a long dark green pleated skirt. She had knee high socks on, and what looked like some kind of sweater tied around her waist. The shirt was only buttoned up to where her breasts started to curve out, and that top button looked very strained. Under the shirt I could see she was wearing a black lacy bra, which given the state of her shirt, was almost completely exposed. Her hair was in its normal braid, but she was also wearing a pair of glasses
"Oh I'm glad you're here. I'm running late for class and I have no idea where I'm going. Do you think you could help me?" She asked in a naive voice. I quickly composed myself, and decided to play along.
"Oh yes ma'am I'd be happy to help. What class are you looking for?"