By rutger5 (An original story-Copyright 2011) Story contains elements of reluctance and coercion.
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"I'm telling you sis, I don't know why you put up with his shit. You have the gold ring and you're the mother of his kids so you don't have to take it."
"It's not that easy Kim. What you've said is true but I love him and to just cut him off like that with no proof or warning..." Kathy said before her younger sister interrupted.
"Honey he goes to strip clubs to get lap dances and proudly admits it. Every bimbo who works in his office probably sucked his dick to get their job and most of them look as if they're not smart enough to read English, let alone do office work. I may not have proof but I'm sure he's cheating on you Kathy."
"I don't know about that last part. Yes, the women who work in the office are young and attractive and he is familiar with them but that's just his way. It doesn't prove anything."
Kim rolled her eyes at her sister's response and wondered if Kathy was really so blind or just pretended to be in order to keep the peace and not let any cracks show in her faΓ§ade of a perfect, happy family. The two women sat in Kathy's luxuriously decorated kitchen sipping margaritas as Maria, Kathy's housekeeper, bustled about setting thing in their proper order. Putting her glass down on the granite countertop Kim thought about how she could force her sister to accept the truth.
It took another margarita before inspiration struck Kim. She smiled to herself as a plan took shape in her mind. No sense saying anything to Kathy yet, at best she would be against the idea and at worst she could blow it up, unwittingly or not. For her part Kathy was just glad that Kim had stopped harping on Frank. She loved having her beloved younger sister living with them but she desired serenity and peace in her life.
She couldn't understand why Kim didn't comprehend that especially since they'd grown up in a home filled with such turmoil and dissension. Kathy just desired to live a placid existence and for her children to grow up in a home free of fighting all the time.
"Are you having dinner with us tonight Kim? It's family pizza night."
"No sorry sis not tonight. I'm meeting Gabrielle for drinks and we'll probably grab a bite to eat. That reminds me Kathy, any way that you can lend me a little money?"
Kathy sighed as she opened her Coach bag and removed her wallet. She slid a number of bills from it and handed the money to her sister before returning the wallet.
"Thanks big sister," Kim mumbled as she slipped the money in her jean pocket. In the background Maria shook her head sadly before furtively making the sign of the cross.
"Now Kim, promise me you won't drink too much especially if you're on your medication."
"You worry too much sis. If I'm drinking a lot I'll just skip my pills tonight. They're only for anxiety and if I'm drunk what do I have to be anxious about? Thanks again Kathy."
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An hour later, Kim and Gabrielle were on their third drink and deep in conversation. They were ensconced at their favorite booth at TGIF's, located right near the bar and a stone's throw from the ladies room.
"I'm sure my sister would do it but why do you even care Kim? It isn't hurting you any so why bother, that's my motto. If there was something in it for you I could understand."
"No you're missing the point Gaby; if it hurts my sister then it hurts me. I'm not gonna let the bastard get away with pulling a fast one on her."
"Your sister doesn't seem to care about what he's up to."
"Kathy looked out for me when I was young and now's my chance to return the favor. She's just in denial, once she is confronted with the truth things will change. Then if she's smart and files for divorce with all his money she'll be set for life."
"Doesn't he make his money owning and running a private carting/waste removal business? I doubt that's the kind of guy you take to the cleaners, more likely she'll be wearing cement shoes if she tries."
"No he's not like that Gaby; he wouldn't hurt my sister. If you crossed him in business that's one thing, but not family. She's the mother of his kids, fuhgedaboudit."
"Okay I'll call Chloe and have her meet us here. Now let's order some food to soak up some of the booze. Do you know what you want to order? That cheeseburger is calling my name."
"I'm not sure yet but nothing too fattening for me. I don't want to say anything Gaby, but maybe you should skip the burger and order cottage cheese instead. You've been looking a little bloated lately."
Gabrielle shot daggers at her companion before ruefully inspecting her soft and expanding waistline and hips. Maybe tomorrow she'd go for a nice walk after work to burn off some calories she thought.
"Really Kim, what's your hurry today. We have plenty of time before I have to get the kids," Kathy told her sister as the younger woman practically dragged her by the arm off the elevator in her haste.
Kim didn't even answer as she was so intent on getting there quickly. Once she'd received the text from Chloe she knew the clock was ticking. They had to arrive while Frank was compromised but before Chloe would be forced to do more than she wanted or even worse before he became suspicious. Especially since she wasn't sure how much loyalty the hundred dollars she paid Chloe would buy. The two sisters walked down the carpeted hallway of the apartment complex toward Gabrielle's unit. Once they reached the door Kim turned to her sister.
"Listen Kathy, you're going to see something here that you won't like but don't kill the messenger, okay?" Kim said right before she opened the door.
Kathy glared at her sister before pushing past her and entering the apartment. She was certainly not prepared for the scene that awaited her. There on the couch not ten feet away was her husband Frank with no shirt on but he did have a scantily clad young twenty something woman perched on his lap and his hands were all over her.