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PROLOGUE
Tony stands naked.
He's holding a duster in one hand and a can of furniture polish in the other. A small, protective apron is tied around his waist. Actually 'small' is an overstatement - it's tiny and doesn't really protect anything. It does, however, provide some small psychological comfort in the way that a pair of swimming trunks allows you to feel 'dressed' even though everything bar the meat and veg is on full display. Tony's 'veg' are largely concealed but the 'meat' isn't so lucky - it peeks shyly from beneath the hem of the apron.
Before him, a buxom brunette is lounging casually on a leather recliner, fully clothed, sipping something bubbly, and no doubt expensive, from a crystal glass. She grins like the Cheshire Cat and is clearly enjoying the view. Tony's buttocks are slightly clenched, trying to hold back a gnawing throb in his loins which, if not contained, is likely to result in a bulging erection. Even though it's a little chilly, he just can't seem to help himself. But then again, it's no surprise. He is naked after all, and this beautifully endowed lady is sexy and attractive. She gazes hungrily at his body which is in better shape than it's ever been in his life. 'I'm pretty sure I know how this is going to end,' he thinks with a grin.
"Couldn't we just..." he begins, but she cuts him off.
"I thought this was all part of the service?"
"Yea, I guess," Tony replies glumly.
"Well don't just stand there,' she purrs. 'Start cleaning.'
Tony gets to work, thankful for the distraction, unfazed and unembarrassed, because, bizarre as this scene appears, it's not unusual for him. This is his day job - cleaning houses naked!
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CHAPTER 1
Before you judge, let's just rewind a little. It wasn't actually Tony's idea to start cleaning in the nude!
All good stories have a beginning. This sordid adventure started with dinner. Rachel, Tony's fantastically successful fiancΓ©, had invited her sister and husband for Friday night supper, as she often did. Tony had never been a big socialiser himself and it was usually Rachel who led the way in that department. It's not that he didn't enjoy company or entertaining friends. He simply never seemed to get around to calling people or arranging these things. Organisation wasn't one of his strong points!
"I'm so pleased for you, sis. Senior Partner at 29, that's amazing!" purred Tammy, Rachel's older sister. She was a very attractive woman, the kind of sultry, smouldering type that just screams 'femme fatale!' Thankfully she was married to a very conservative banker, and Tony tended to steer clear of her.
"Congratulations, Rachel," mumbled Ron, the banker, chewing on an olive. He wasn't the most refined of guys, or particularly smart for someone who ran the local branch of Barclays. Tony tolerated him as a future brother-in-law but they weren't exactly mates.
"Thanks guys, said Rachel, grinning. "I wanted you to be the first to know. I actually thought that brown-noser in the tax department was going to get it."
"Corporate Accounting is where the money is," said Ron approvingly.
"So true!" chimed in Tony. "You've brought in loads of great clients this year. It's your time, babe."
Tammy raised her glass.
"To my sweet little sister, Accounting Partner." They toasted Rachel and she blushed.
"So how are things with you, Tony?" barked Ron as they all tucked into Steak au Poivre. Rachel liked showing off at dinner parties.
"Great thanks! Keeping busy."
Rachel turned towards him.
"Really?" she said, raising her eyebrows.
There was an awkward pause as Tony felt the spotlight of Rachel's disapproving look.
"Er, yea, yea. Lot's of stuff to do," he continued meekly. "Still looking for work, of course. Can't believe those idiots at PaintBase let me go."
"I hear they're closing more stores," muttered Ron absentmindedly.
"Retailers are struggling. Maybe time for a career change?" chipped in Tammy helpfully.
"You don't have to be polite guys," said Rachel. "Tony got fired. Again. For being late. Again."
"Well, strictly speaking..." muttered Tony but he knew he was on dodgy ground.
"What did that appraisal letter say? 'We appreciate your full attendance every Friday. Are you aware your contract also includes Monday to Thursday?'"
Tammy snorted her wine and Ron just fidgeted awkwardly. Tony simply shrugged, looking sheepish. Punctuality wasn't a strong point either and he'd detested the place from day one. But it had been a job, for a few months at least.
"Let's just say I'm officially pissed off," said Rachel with a grimace.
"Something will come along, I'm sure," grunted Ron and then changed the subject "So, Rachel, does this promotion mean a bigger office?"
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After dinner, Rachel and Tammy carried the dishes through to the kitchen.
"I wouldn't mind so much but he doesn't pay for anything," whispered Rachel glumly. "He doesn't DO anything!"
Tammy was watching the men standing at the dining table.
"But he's the love of your life, isn't he?" she murmured.
"Yes, I suppose."
"And he is, well, pretty hot," said Tammy gazing wickedly in Tony's direction. She unconsciously licked her lips but Rachel was preoccupied with the dishwasher.
"Honestly," sighed Rachel, loading up the plates. "If he spent as much time at home as he does in the gym, life would be a lot easier."