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Hey-it’s been a while! I’m downtown at the office, getting ready to leave. Do you want to meet at Le Papillon, in the lobby? I’d love to grab a drink and catch up.
Gabriella wasn’t sure if Blair was available, as they hadn’t made prior plans. But as Gabriella threw on her designer coat, ready to exit her office, she heard her phonedingindicating a new message.
Oh, my goodness-I’ve been wondering about you! I’m just finishing up as well. Grab us a table; I can meet you in 30.
Gabriella grinned upon reading the message. She was vibrating from her sexual encounter and wanted to share the details with someone she trusted. She also missed her talks withBlair; it was time that the two friends cleared the air and rebuilt their bond.
After cascading down the elevator to the main floor of the grand building, Gabriella turned the corner to enter Le Papillon, a posh lounge that was open until four a.m., attracting late-working business people and a sophisticated crowd who enjoyed an opulent atmosphere. Gabriella had been a regular customer for years, and once the host noticed Gabriella standing at the podium, she immediately rushed over.
“Good evening, Ms. Galena. It’slovelyto see you again. Would you like the corner table?” Gabriella gave the hostess a generous smile, purring in response, “That would be wonderful, thank you. I’m meeting a friend; you may send her over when she arrives.”
The host nodded, bowing slightly. “Absolutely, Ms. Galena, right this way.” Gabriella followed the uniformed server to a private section in the corner of the lounge. Taking a drink menu from the server, Gabriella got comfortable in the plush seated chair and ordered a dirty vodka martini. “With extra olives, please. I like itverydirty!” She couldn’t help but flirt with the attractive host, still fueled by a residue of arousal from the sex with Sofie. She could still smell Sofie’s sex on her fingers and she liked it.
Gabriella had only been sitting for fifteen minutes when she noticed a tall, short-haired elegant woman in a designer suit being escorted by a host. A mixture of excitement and anxiety filled Gabriella’s heart as she waved to her friend.
Blair Cunningham caught Gabriella’s eye and waved back as she approached the table. As Blair got closer, Gabriella stood, parting her arms slightly to appear welcoming. Even with everything that happened between Blair’s sister and Madison, Gabriella still cherished Blair’s friendship and wanted to show her enthusiasm.
“You look amazing! I can’t believe it’s been months since we’ve seen each other.” Blair approached Gabriella, who embraced her friend.
“I know, and that’s been my fault. I just needed time to process everything, you know?” Hugging Blair tightly, Gabriella reassured Blair, “I never had anything against you. But I needed space to heal. But I knew we would see each other again soon.”
Blair took a seat in front of Gabriella, who marveled over Blair’s outfit. “I love this ensemble. Anne Taylor?” Blair nodded, smoothing the lapels. “You know it! They make the best power suits.” The women engaged in small talk as their cocktails were delivered until Blair reached out her hand, placing it on Gabriella’s.
“Listen, I know we talked about it a little when everything first happened. But Gabby, I am so sorry from the bottom of my heart. I’m not responsible for Lauren’s actions, but at the same time, I still feel guilty, like I should’ve known sooner.” Gabriella’s best friend leaned in closer, her gaze intense. “I just don’t want you to think I was keeping anything from you.”
Gabriella squeezed Blair’s hand. “I know, I understand. I think I was just so angry and shocked that I couldn’t talk to anyone at that time. But after a while, I realized Lauren betrayed you as much as Madison betrayed me.” Feeling a wave of emotions, Gabriella inhaled, maintaining her composure. “I don’t blame you, I just want our friendship back, and I believe you when you say you didn’t know anything.”
“I really didn’t, and the craziest part was that I thought Lauren and I were closer as well. I mean, she was at your wedding, for god’s sake! I was positivelyflooredwhen I learned about Maddy cheating on you withmy sister.”
Gabriella observed as Blair shook her head with disgust, taking a long sip of her drink. “Honestly, we haven’t spoken in months. I think she took off to Berlin to pursue her artisticcareer. I know she’s my sister, but I don’t respect how she treated you; Lauren should’ve known better. I just can’t accept it.”
She didn’t like to see Blair so distraught, but at the same time, Gabriella felt the dark emotions were justified. Madison’s actions may have torn apart their marriage, but at least Gabriella could maintain her friendship with Blair, especially because Blair did not condone Lauren’s behavior either.
In wanting to change the subject, Gabriella leaned closer. “Listen, I know you and I are good; that’s what matters.” Gabriella raised her glass to clink Blair’s before moving on. “But I asked you to meet me tonight because I have to tell you something.” Gabriella was filled with excitement, her body still tingling with erotic sensations.
“Go on, I need to catch up on all the gossip.” Blair’s eyes twinkled, but Gabriella shook her head. “No, it’s not like that; I don’t even talk to many of our mutual friends anymore, especially since Maddy and I divorced. The gossip is aboutme.”
Gabriella looked around the crowded lounge to ensure no one was eavesdropping. Gabriella Galena was a high-profile woman who was sometimes followed by the press, and maintaining privacy was imperative. Cupping a hand over her mouth, Gabriella confided, “I fucked my assistant in the office tonight. And oh my god, it was sohot!”
Blair’s eyes widened as her jaw dropped. “Youdidn’t! Oh, you’re so bad; I love it! Wait, I didn’t know you had an assistant. What’s she like?” Gabriella remembered that Blair loved a good scandal, although the CEO trusted her friend to keep her secret safe.
“After I found out about the affair between Madison and Lauren, I took a leave of absence to deal with the betrayal and also the divorce. But when I returned to Deluxe Reduxmagazine, there were so many things to catch up on. So, I decided to hire an assistant.”
Gabriella paused, biting into the salty olive resting against the martini glass. “I first noticed her working at the coffee shop a block from the office; she was an absolute beauty. She seemed submissive and docile, which is the perfect attitude to have as my assistant. As it turns out, she’s a recent New York Fashion Institute graduate, so I poached her from Sunny’s Coffee and got her a job at Deluxe.”
Grinning widely, Blair nodded her head. “Wow, that’s impressive. I’ve always admired what a go-getter you are. I suppose that’s why we’re friends, though. I’d probably do the same!” The women cackled knowingly, understanding their vulturous ways.
Gabriella continued, feeling herself swoon. “At first, I hired her because I thought she was cute, and she seemed like someone who knew how to take direction. But I’ve been very impressed by her work ethic, and she always goes beyond my expectations. And she absolutely loves to please others; it’s like she was born to serve or something.”
Coyly eyeing her friend, Blair commented, “I’m sure you love that, right? When it comes to women, I know your type. But I have to say, you look amazing. You seem to be glowing! When was the last time you hooked up?”
In trying to hide her goofy smile, Gabriella bit her lip. She couldn’t remember the last time she had felt so giddy. “We’ve only hooked up once so far; it was just tonight, literally a few hours ago. But oh my god, I want more of her. She is so sexy in this innocent way, but she definitely knows how to eat my pussy—the sex was fire!” The more Gabriella thought back to the evening tryst, the more she craved Sofie. Their chemistry was authentic and passionate; it had been years since Gabriella felt such a natural and primal connection.
Blair held up her glass to cheer Gabriella again. “Congrats! I’m so happy to see you living life again. And enjoy this affair for as long as you can. All the money and success in the world is nothing if we can’t have some fun along the way, right?”
Raising her cocktail, Gabriella nodded. “Absolutely. It’s time I embrace my desires and sexuality again and make the most of my time with this sexy minx.” Gabriella wasn’t sure how things would play out between her and Sofie, but she felt that it wouldn’t be the last time she would be enjoying some private time with her assistant.
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