This an edited version of PART 2. The original ending didn't go over well with the readers. And truth be known, I didn't much like it either. I hope this one goes over better.
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Jess and I jumped out of bed and made a beeline for the bathroom. We used the toilet, showered and got dressed. Grammi had breakfast waiting for us when we went into the kitchen. "How was prom?" she asked as we sat to eat our egg and sausage biscuits.
"It was wonderful," Jess answered dreamily. "We danced most of the night. Chet had fun playing air guitar with Tom and a bunch of other students in our school. He really cut loose."
"Yes, it was a blast," I agreed as I wolfed down my biscuit.
"So, Mom. Why does John want to talk me?" Jess asked Grammi.
"He asked me to not tell you. He did say that whatever it is, you have earned it."
"We should get going," I said standing and taking our empty plates to the sink. I went, then, to Jess' bedroom and collected my tux. I needed to take it back to the rental shop. Once I had everything packed in, I gave Grammi and Pap hugs and kisses and got in my car, ready for the two hour trip back to Sandusky. "I'll race you baby," I called out to Jess as I pointed my car toward the highway. Jess was driving herself as she would need to come back home later in the day. She had go to school in the morning.
We stopped once on the way for a necessary rest stop visit. I also needed to stretch my legs a little. I took a short walk around the roadside park while Jess used the facilities. I was leaning on the front of my car when she came out. She stepped between my legs and kissed me lovingly. She broke away and said with a little chuckle, "I missed you."
"I missed you too. What's it been, an hour?"
"Yeah, about that. I just need a few more of your sweet kisses to get me to your house safely." How could I argue with her on that. I put my arms around her and kissed her long and passionately. My tongue searched her mouth and wrestled her soft yielding tongue. I could feel the heat rising between us. Jess pulled away. "We need to get going before we get too hot and do something foolish."
"I read you loud and clear. See you at home." I kissed her again and got back in my car. I followed her out to the highway and we were on our way. A few miles down the highway, I got a wild hair and passed Jess. I pulled in front of her and resumed my previous speed. Of course Jess wasn't going to let this be the end. She hit the gas and sped around me. When she pulled in front of me, she slowed to about five miles an hour slower than before. Rather than slow to her pace, I whipped the wheel and passed her again. This game went on till we saw the exit we needed to get home. At that point, Jess cut in front and stole the lead from me. I would have to remain behind until we pulled in the driveway at home.
"Good race, lover," laughed Jess as she exited her car.
"Yeah, you cut me off at the last minute," I complained. "Typical woman driver... Close your eyes and stomp on the gas." "Just shut up and kiss me... It's been almost and hour since I tasted your mouth." We kissed and headed for the house. Dad was just stepping out as we hit the porch. "Good morning John."
"Just barely," Dad said looking at his watch. "Hi kids. Have a good Prom?"
"It was great," Jess said. She gave Dad a hug and a kiss on his cheek. "But, our time after the Prom was much more fun."
"Okay, that may be more than I need to know." Dad looked at me with a sly look. "And how did you do? "
"I was great... Not to be bragging, or anything," I crowed. Jess slapped me on the back of my head. "Okay... I didn't do so good the first time out, but I think I made up for it."
"Yes, you made up for it, but don't get too cocky." Just then, Mom joined us. "Hi Janet."
"Good morning, Mom," I said and gave her a kiss on the cheek.
"Hi, Honey. What prompted the kiss?" She hung close and looked square into my eyes.
"Jess kissed Dad, so I thought I should kiss you."
"But you could have planted it here." Mom pointed to her lips. I stepped in closer to her, pulled her close and gave her a deep open mouthed kiss. "Woo," Mom panted when I broke away. Jess chuckled as Mom fained a swoon. "So... Chet.... Jess... How are things going?"
"Jeez, Mom."
"You can have him tomorrow, Jan," Jess assured her.
"What about tonight?" Mom asked.
"He needs his rest," Jess said.
"Change of subject," Dad interrupted. "I need to talk with you, alone Jess. Sorry, Chet, I cannot let you sit in. And don't worry, I won't try anything." He hooked his arm in Jess' and led her to his office in the house. Mom and I went into the kitchen and I helped her get lunch together.
A half hour later, lunch was nearly ready and Jess and Dad came into the kitchen. She came right to me and threw her arms around my neck. "I have a summer job, Baby!" she said excitedly. "John gave me a job as a design intern at the furniture factory."
"Wait... What furniture factory?" Mom asked "We don't have a furniture factory yet."
"Not yet," Dad said. "We have been talking about it."
"Yes," Mom recalled. "So we are doing it? Can we make a go of it?"
"Absolutely. Mom told me that if I could convince her of a market, she would fund the expansion. And with Jess' designs and our on-sight lumber mill, I think we can hit a niche that needs to be filled." Dad put his arm around Jess' shoulder and gave her a knowing nod.
"So, does this mean...?" I asked.
"Yes, Baby," Jess said taking me in her arms. "I will be staying here this summer. Oh, I can't wait to have you every night!"
"What's Mom and Dad going to think about that?" asked Mom.
"They will say, 'We finally have the house to ourselves.'" I said smartly.
"That... and that they will miss me," Jess added.
"Lunch is ready," Mom interrupted. We sat and ate our lunch in near silence. What we did talk about was Jess' new job. She was giddy with excitement over the prospect of showcasing her talent for design. I think she was also excited about spending the summer under the same roof as I and what that entailed. She made her intentions fairly clear to me. While everybody was focused on their meal, Jess was focused on driving me crazy with her roaming hand under the table. I locked eyes with Jess, trying to get her to take it easy with her advances. She simply winked and squeezed my inner thigh.