Paul and Linda headed down to the hotel pool for an early evening swim. It was their favorite time to enjoy the pool - most of the resort guests were in their rooms getting ready for a night out at one of the clubs. The setting sun cast a warm glow on the water, the soft music was just right and the other swimmers paddled lazily though the water - a marked difference from the loud party atmosphere of the afternoons. This was the third night they had come to this pool, and they nodded hello to the familiar faces as they sat at the edge of the pool, feet dangling in the warm water.
Linda slipped into the water, and Paul admired her as she slowly moved across the pool. Tonight she was wearing her new black one piece suit, and it accentuated every curve of her body. He glanced around, noticing that she was getting some appreciative glances. He smiled to himself, enjoying the moment. He wasn't sure why, but he'd always found it strangely exhilarating when other men looked at her. He looked over at the bar, and saw that Carlos, their usual bartender, was watching her as he had on the previous night. He strolled over, taking a seat at the empty bar.
"Good evening Carlos", he said. "another lovely night."
"Good evening Mr. Naven" Carlos replied. "It is a beautiful night, the weather has been so good lately. What can I get for you?"
"A nice pineapple juice" he replied. Since arriving at the resort, he had been drinking the local fruit juices almost exclusively, so taken with the tropical flavors. He watches Carlos preparing it, admiring the way he deftly peeled the fruit before tossing into the juicer. They had gotten friendly with him the previous nights, learning that he was a 25 year old arts student who worked at the resort to pay his tuition. They had both taken a liking to him, enjoying the easy going way he engaged in conversation, unlike the bulk of the waiters who seemed to think of nothing but their tips. "Working late again Carlos?" he asked.
"Until the bar closes at midnight. Just a few more hours!" he smiled as he answered. "And then I am off for three days. It will be nice to relax a little". Carlos looked up as Linda made her way over, taking a seat beside her husband. "What can I get for you Mrs. Naven?"
"A glass of white wine please Carlos" she replied, as she wrapped her towel around her. She gave Paul a quick kiss and a big smile. "The water was perfect! So warm... I have never liked swimming so much." Carlos nodded as he handed her the glass. "Do you ever swim Carlos?"
He smiled at her. "Oh yes, sometimes I do. Employees are allowed in the pool once the bar is closed, so sometimes I like to jump in before I head home, especially when I don't have to work the next day."
"Maybe you can take a swim with us later tonight" said Paul. Carlos gave a non committal nod, looking almost embarrassed. Paul was about to ask him about it, when another guest stepped up to the bar to place and order.
After finishing their drinks, Paul and Linda swam together, enjoying the warm water. Again, Paul noticed Carlos stealing glances at Linda as she swam, and teased her about it. "Your admirer is watching again..." She smiled at him, knowing that he got a secret thrill from it.
"Next time I will have to come swimming topless then."
Paul smiled at her, loving the way she teased him. "Maybe you should... it seems unfair that I'm the only one who gets to admire your breasts." She grinned back, playing along. Although she would sometimes wear revealing tops when out with her husband, actually going topless was something she had never done. She thought to herself that if there was ever a time to try it, it would be here, in this tropical world so far from home. Still, she wasn't sure she'd bring herself to do it. Maybe after another glass of wine...
Paul and Linda got out of the pool, sitting down at the bar again. Paul looked around, realizing that all the other guests had gone. "What time is it Carlos?"
"Elven forty-five Mr Naven. The bar will be closing in 15 minute - can I get you something?"
"Another juice for me and a glass of white wine for Linda please." Linda got up, telling Paul she needed to go to the room for a minute, and that she'd be back, giving him a kiss on the cheek as she went.
As Carlos went about closing up the bar Paul asked him about swimming. "You didn't seem sure about swimming - I am sorry if I said something inappropriate".