3 comments/ 46622 views/ 3 favorites Stephanie's Journey By: smj54ap Judy looked at her assistant Stephanie's quarterly marketing report. "The girls' got talent." She thought to herself. She sighed and looked out the window at the traffic below. Stephanie had been her assistant for the last year and a half. Her career at Dunphy & McCoy was about to take a big step forward. Judy recommended her for the vacant position of marketing manager which bought a hefty salary increase, her own office and assistant. The promotion meant that Stephanie and Judy would be equals at the firm. The managers committee voted unanimously in favor of Stephanie's promotion. It was a well deserved but necessary step because of the fierce competition among rival marketing firms. Most were notorious for stealing top level talent of Stephanie's caliber. Since she was Judy's assistant, it was Judy responsibility to give her the good news. Stephanie was recruited straight out of college. She graduated with honors from one of the best universities in the state. Her interview with the hiring committee was so memorable, that she was offered the position before she left the office. When she first met Stephanie, Judy was taken aback by how much she looked like Lenore, her roommate in college. Lenore was on the swim team and had a lithe, almost muscular physique. Both were bi-curious and it all started the night Lenore's boyfriend drove them back to their apartment after a Fraternity mixer. She and Lenore were pleasantly drunk and good hearted Jeffrey practically carried them into the apartment. Once inside, Judy and Lenore threw caution to the wind and started kissing. Ignoring Jeffrey, they spent the better part of the night satisfying their lust. From Stephanie's first day with the firm, Judy was captivated by her pretty and vivacious new assistant. She had talent and drive. They were a good team and within six months, doubled profits in their department. Now at the tender age of 25, Stephanie was on the verge of becoming the youngest manager in the firms' history. Judy had little doubt that Stephanie would succeed at her new position. Stephanie was dark haired, slim and pretty. Judy knew many attractive women but Stephanie had that extra something that appealed to her in a sexual way. At first, she thought it was a harmless fascination but working together on a daily basis and in close proximity had Judy masturbating to visions of Stephanie within a few months. Stephanie was always tastefully dressed but on Casual Friday's, she wore more form fitting clothes that accentuated her fit body. After several months on the job, her intuitive powers were telling her that Judy was attracted to her. But, since Judy was her superior, she thought it best to keep it in the background. Stephanie was very shy and painfully thin in high school. She was the intelligent and studious type, which coupled with excellent grades, got her a scholarship to an excellent university. She gained a lot of self confidence when her body hit its biggest growth spurt in her senior year of high school. Finally, she had some curves and her previously flat chest blossomed with swells for breasts. With her new acquisitions, Stephanie's social life improved especially dating. Still a virgin when she left for college, she met her first serious boyfriend during freshman year. Handsome, brooding and highly intelligent, Ethan was everything Stephanie wanted in a boyfriend. He took her virginity and was a passionate and giving lover. She fell madly in love with him and they spent countless hours together. But, by the end of freshman year, Stephanie got the eerie feeling that something about their relationship was different. The lovemaking was more mechanical and less loving. Ethan seemed more distant and they were spending less time together, a lot less. With a week left in the semester and finals in full swing, Stephanie stopped to retrieve a textbook at Ethan's apartment that she needed for a final exam. Ethan always left a spare key under the mat and as she was opening the front door, she heard loud moaning from somewhere in the apartment. She knew he shared the apartment with four other guys but when she got within sight of Ethan's room, the door was open and he was on top of someone. His ass was flying up and down and he was screwing the daylights out of a girl she didn't recognize. Stephanie ran from the apartment and kept running until she reached her dorm room and there, she cried her eyes out. Diane, her roommate, tried to console her and offered to go over to Ethan's apartment and, "Kick his cheatin ASS!" were Diane's fighting words. Diane was petite but with heart of a lioness. She was accomplished in the martial arts and was more than capable of kicking Ethan's sorry ass. "Put a hurtin on that asshole!" as she so aptly phrased the words. Every time Ethan called her cell phone, Stephanie ignored his messages. On the last day of the semester, Diane answered and in a calm voice carefully described what type of physical harm she would inflict on his body if he called again. Diane was Stephanie's first and only roommate in college. She had a rough and tumble exterior and usually spoke her mind. Even with their opposite personalities, they got along well. Diane was genuinely friendly and supportive of her roommate. Stephanie was the type of person she could trust and knew would be a loyal friend. With her lean petite body and blonde good looks, Diane attracted people of both sexes. During her senior year of high school, she started exploring her sexuality with boy's and girls' and decided she liked both. Stephanie was sad and depressed for most of summer break. Her part time job at the supermarket kept her busy and she spent the remaining time at the local gym. During her relationship with Ethan, he got her interested in fitness and she loved the way it made her body feel after a good workout. The trainer at the local gym helped her devise a program that incorporated weight training and she was hooked. By the start of fall semester, Stephanie's body had developed a lean and somewhat muscular look. Her breasts were rounder and rode higher on her chest; she liked what she saw in the mirror. Stephanie was oblivious to the stares from the bi curious crowd in her dorm. She had zero sexual experience with girls'. On the other hand, Diane preferred her bi encounters. No fear of pregnancy, no cheating boyfriends and sex was usually better with a girl. She was surprised when she got her first glimpse of Stephanie's "new" body. Diane always thought Stephanie's was very attractive but now she was a bona fide "hottie." She wanted to get into Stephanie's pants in the worst way but was well aware that Stephanie was the straight arrow type and her feelings might be unrequited. With her newly acquired "hottie" look, Stephanie's dating calendar filled quickly. She dated several guys on a semi-regular basis but found that most were interested in sex and not much else. Since love was missing from the occasion, when she indulged her need for intercourse, it never took on the heated passion as it had with Ethan. It was sex, pure and simple. As sophomore year was winding down, Stephanie and Diane were invited to attend a party at the most prestigious frat on campus. Most of the brothers were involved in sports and had girls' swooning over them. By now, Stephanie had voiced her disgust with the whole dating scene to Diane. She especially didn't like the jock types and was wondering why she was going in the first place. "Did you ever stop to think that it might be a fun time?" Diane said in an exasperated voice. In the many conversations she had with Stephanie since l'affaire Ethan, Diane made it a point of telling her to stop looking for Ethan in every guy she dated. "If you're unhappy with the sex, train them. Ethan taught you and you should pass that knowledge along to someone else." Diane would say over and over. Eventually, Stephanie took Diane's advice and managed to turn one guy into a respectable lover. Even without the love aspect, she really enjoyed sex and wasn't going to give it up. At the frat party, Steve Romero, all star quarterback on the football team, was infatuated with Stephanie the moment she walked in. He made every effort to stay next to her but she wasn't interested. She thought he was handsome but dim witted and he spent several futile hours trying to impress her with his gridiron exploits. Meanwhile, Stephanie saw that Diane was drunk and wanted to get her home before anything happened to her. Diane watched Stephanie's back whenever they went to parties and she always returned the favor. She collected Diane and headed for the door. When Steve saw she was leaving, he asked for her campus phone number. She turned him down. Then, he asked for her campus address with the same result. Finally and in desperation, he asked her out on a date. With most of his frat brothers looking on, she told him she wasn't interested and furthermore, he wasn't her type. "But I'm every girl's type." He bellowed in frustration. Stephanie slowly shook her head in disgust and left holding Diane up with her free arm. Stephanie managed to get Diane onto her bed. She was surprised that Diane was drunk as they rarely over indulged in alcohol consumption. With some effort, she had Diane's coat and shoes off. Stephanie was laying a blanket over Diane and couldn't help but think how different they were. Diane was extroverted and flamboyant while she was introverted and conservative. But, somehow they got along really well, in fact they were best friends. She had a great deal of affection for her friend and valued Diane's trust and loyalty. When Stephanie returned from taking a shower, she saw Diane's eyes were open. "Did I hear you turn down a date with Steve Romero when we were leaving the party?" she asked in a mystified voice. "Yes. He's not my type, remember?" Stephanie said with mock seriousness. "I guess I'm not your type either." Diane said wistfully. Stephanie was stunned and didn't know what to say. She thought it was the alcohol talking and not Diane. "I can't keep this inside any longer, I think you're hot and I want to make love to you." Diane said bluntly but with sincerity. Realizing she had blundered into telling Stephanie her secret fantasy, she added "If you don't want to be my roommate anymore, I'll understand." in a weepy voice. Stephanie was overcome with feelings for her friend. Although she never thought of having sex with Diane, she'd been having bi curious thoughts for several months. Diane was pretty with short blond hair and had a fit but feminine look from her martial arts training. Stephanie was intrigued by the idea of an encounter with her petite roommate. "I better get you ready for bed." Stephanie said in a matter of fact tone. Tears welled up in Diane's eyes and spilled down her cheeks and she wondered where she would find a roommate for next semester. With Stephanie's help, she took everything off but her panties and got under the covers. She was crying and couldn't stop. "I'm sorry Steph, please forgive me" she said several times in the saddest voice Stephanie ever heard. Her heart ached with need from the sound of Diane's voice. "It's OK. We'll talk about it in the morning." Stephanie said in the same flat tone. This was unlike Diane to show so much emotion and Stephanie kept thinking it was the alcohol. But, she wondered if Diane had romantic feelings mixed up with sex. Diane watched thru tear soaked eyes as Stephanie turned off the lights. She was mad at herself for ruining their friendship and should never have gotten drunk at the frat party. As her chest heaved with sorrow and regret, she turned to face the wall on her side and away from Stephanie. In the next instant, someone was pulling back the covers and getting in Diane's bed. She felt paralyzed until an arm draped over her side and handed her a wad of tissues. "I thought you'd like some company." Stephanie said in a happy but quiet voice. Diane turned towards Stephanie and embraced her still holding the tissues. She was crying harder and buried her head against Stephanie's neck. "Are you sad?" Stephanie asked. "I thought I had lost you." Diane sobbed. Diane was overcome with emotion from the turn of events. Her heart was thudding like a hammer from her feelings for her roommate. As Stephanie embraced her, she quickly dried her eyes. They held each other tightly for a long time without saying a word. As they were hugging, Diane looked at Stephanie and leaned in for a kiss. It was a quick lips only one but it felt great. Then they started making out in earnest as tongues intertwined and danced a duel in each others mouth. Except for Ethan, Stephanie couldn't remember kissing anyone with so much desire and passion. She threw back the bed covers as the heat from their bodies rose dramatically. As Diane kissed Stephanie's face, throat and ears, her hand traveled south resting between Stephanie's legs. She felt her roommates' groomed bush and tenderly ran her finger along the damp slit. "I'm not sure what I should do?" Stephanie said in a panting voice. "Relax and let me take you to places you've never been before." Diane breathed out huskily. Stephanie was in ecstasy and lay on her back as Diane sucked and tongued her nipples like a baby. With each swipe of Diane's tongue on her stiff nubs, hot sensations pulsed thru her body and settled in her pussy. As Diane stroked her wet slit, she moaned out loud from the intense pleasure. "Oh God, That feels sooo good." Diane was lost in the throes of her lust for Stephanie as she manipulated the hard nipples with her ravenous mouth. Time ceased to exist and Stephanie's pleasure was her one and only goal. She left wet trailing kisses all over Stephanie's stomach and breathed in the heady aroma of her wet crotch. Diane admitted to herself that for her, this was more than just sex. She had romantic feelings for her roommate. Propped up with pillows at the head board, Stephanie watched as Diane's head descended between her wide open legs. With tender licks, Diane's tongue replaced her fingers. She lifted Stephanie's butt and gently lapped the moist fleshy folds. Stephanie bucked her hips as her pussy throbbed and pulsed with white hot sensations. Before Stephanie got into bed with Diane, she naively thought that no one could compare to Ethan's skills. Now she was convinced that Ethan was a mere novice compared to Diane. "Eat me!" she groaned out loud. Diane feasted on her roommate with passion and lust. Her one desire was to give Stephanie an orgasm she'd never forget and, it was a doozey. Steely legs squeezed her head so tightly, Diane thought she would pass out as Stephanie shook and convulsed with each contraction. "I'm cominggg! Stephanie screamed thru clenched teeth. As her passion subsided, Stephanie gazed at Diane with love and longing. Overcome by the look in Stephanie's eyes, Diane humped her friends' thigh mercilessly and exploded in orgasm. In the aftermath, Stephanie held Diane's petite body as it lay prone on top of her and lovingly stroked the velvety skin on her back. They were both exhausted and Diane with her head against Stephanie chest was in a dreamy half sleep. Overwhelmed with fondness for her roommate, hot tears ran down Stephanie's cheeks. Nothing this emotionally and physically satisfying had stirred her heart since Ethan. From the sound of Diane's breathing, Stephanie realized she was asleep and gently set her roommate on her side facing Stephanie. She held the sleeping figure against her and smiled. Her friend usually displayed a tough but friendly exterior but now she realized Diane was hiding a loving and caring heart at the center of her being. From that night onward, Diane dropped the hard boiled image with Stephanie and it only appeared in public or mixed company. When they woke late the next morning, Diane hugged Stephanie with all her might. After showers and breakfast, they raced back to the room and jumped naked into Diane's bed. They needed to discuss what had happened and although neither wanted to give up men, decided to continue their relationship. The future would decide what was in store for them. Stephanie gazed with lust at Diane's lean body and in a voice full of stammering and hesitation asked, "Could you show me what to...I mean... you know, like, how you, well, ah, do I... " Amused by her friends' rare display of uncertainty, Diane let Stephanie go on for a bit then said with yearning, "Kiss me!" Stephanie was a quick study and soon had Diane growling passionately. As they were cleaning up the wreckage from their lovemaking, Stephanie chuckled out loud. "What?" Diane asked quizzically. "You're a real softy at heart." Stephanie said in a very amused way. Standing on the balls of her feet, Diane, with a defiant face bellowed, "I am not!" Magically, her face softened to a sheepish and endearing look. With her voice full of admission, she said "I guess I am." "BUT, if you tell anyone, I'll..." she said in a mock serious tone. It was no use, Stephanie had her number. She realized that Stephanie knew her better than anyone else and was loyal to a fault. "Which me, do you like better?" Diane asked, sounding timid. With an overly serious but joking look on her face, Stephanie answered, "Actually, I like you both." They laughed out loud and collapsed into each others arms. By the time Diane met her future husband in senior year, their relationship had evolved into a platonic one of love and respect. Neither had a sister but bonded as sisters' are apt to do. Diane met Tony at the same frat where Stephanie turned down Steve, the macho man quarterback. Tony was Steve's younger brother and except for parentage, as different as night and day. Tony was shy and very intelligent. To please his parents, he was on the swimming and track teams in high school but unlike Steve, didn't inherit the athletic prowess. Mechanically inclined from an early age, Tony had plans on an engineering career. When he met Diane, Tony thought she was the cutest bundle of energy and he recognized her from senior year English class. Determined to get to know her better, he made it a point of talking with her after class and was impressed by her forceful personality. A bit rough but Tony was perceptive and knew there was something underneath that she kept hidden. He just had this feeling about her. Diane liked Tony the first time she saw him at the frat party. She thought he was good looking and his personality was different from most of the brothers in the frat. When she found out who his brother was she almost ran for the door. But, something in his eyes kept her rooted to the spot. With his shy and unassuming attitude, she was attracted to him. Diane smiled as she remembered the day he asked her out. She saw he was nervous but after two weeks of conversation leading up to this point, she was getting impatient. She would ask him for a date if he got cold feet. "Diane, ah..." He stammered. "That's my name" she shot back. "I was...ah, wondering, ah, if you..." he said with the same stammering voice. Diane wanted to torture him as he fumbled and almost mumbled his words but she didn't have the heart. "Are you asking me out?" she demanded in a serious tone. Tony looked stunned but kept on going. One bright and sunny Saturday with only a week until finals and graduation, Tony was knocking at the door of the efficiency apartment that Stephanie shared with Diane. Stephanie let him in and explained that Diane was out but expected back any minute. It was the first time Tony and Stephanie were alone without Diane present. Right away she saw his shyness and engaged him in small talk. He relaxed and during a brief silence, started to laugh as though he were amused by some private joke. Stephanie's Journey Ch. 02 Stephanie looked at the frowning little face sitting next to her in the car. "Mom, why do I have to play soccer?" the face said in a protesting and whiny voice. Stephanie remembered when the face was much smaller. She was in a rocker holding the small face, fascinated at how when she smiled, the face smiled back at her. Books on child development told her that it was an autonomic response but she thought otherwise. As Stephanie drove to the soccer field, the bright warm day reminded her of a similar day, now years ago. It was the day of her promotion at Dunphy and McCoy and Stephanie was sitting at her desk and feeling blue. Judy had informed her of the promotion and she was genuinely thrilled but, her love life was a mess. Dating after college was a bona fide nightmare. Most of the single business men or professionals she dated were pompous egomaniacs. Although she had friends and a social life, she was lonely. With the sporadic dating habits, her sex life was sorely lacking. Stephanie knew Judy was attracted to her and for an older woman, found Judy appealing. At the company picnic, Judy wore a 2 piece that was more like a bikini and she looked great. Stephanie wasn't looking for any long term relationship with Judy but something that might satisfy both their needs. However, with Judy's impending divorce, she didn't want to take advantage of the situation. When Judy announced her promotion, Stephanie embraced her tightly. Before she left work for the day, Stephanie popped her head into Judy's office and saw that she was crying. The final divorce papers were on her desk. Stephanie was genuinely upset for Judy but she was well aware why the marriage failed. Judy had confided in Stephanie and revealed her sexual proclivities that started in college. Stephanie invited Judy to spend Saturday with her. Through her tears, Judy accepted the invitation but insisted they spend the day by the pool at her home. The bright sunny skies, warm temperatures and a swimming pool were the perfect antidote for chasing the blues away. Stephanie wore her bikini under her clothes and stripped by the pool. Judy was already in a lounger and admired Stephanie's lean and fit bikini clad body. With her long brown hair and tan, she was breathtaking. Just looking at her hot body made Judy's stomach flutter. Her last same sex encounter was in college and she was more than ready. Stephanie was relaxing on the lounger when Judy started talking. "Sometimes I wonder if my career was worth the sacrifices. Judy said introspectively. "Why?" Stephanie mused. "My career took precedence over my desire and my husbands' desire to have children." Judy said with sadness. "Don't let it happen to you" Judy warned. "But, you have what it takes to make it in this field; I saw it the very first day" Judy said admiringly. "I'm going to miss working with you on a daily basis." Judy sadly remarked. Stephanie felt the same way and was well aware that Judy recommended her for the promotion. From the beginning, Judy was not only her boss but a mentor as well. Stephanie learned the mechanics of the marketing business from Judy and she wasn't a shameless self promoter like a lot of the managers at Dunphy and McCoy. Without any trepidation, Judy willingly shared her knowledge and skills with Stephanie. Stephanie told Judy how Diane, her roommate in college always watched her back and Stephanie returned the favor. Judy agreed with that simple philosophy and since the business world was so cut throat, they would watch each others back. Stephanie got up and sat on the edge of Judy's lounger. She hugged Judy tightly. "Thank You" Stephanie said with a voice full of gratitude. As they looked at each other, emotions welled up inside them that refused to be denied. Stephanie took the initiative and kissed Judy with desire. "I've wanted you for so long" Judy moaned breathlessly. As Judy's hands roamed over Stephanie's tight body, they kissed passionately. Since Judy didn't want to give the neighbors a show, they went indoors. With shaky hands, Judy slowly removed Stephanie's bikini top, then, paused to admire the view. Stephanie felt her nipples harden from the cool air and Judy's gaze. Her look of desire was like a balm to Stephanie's ego. As silky hands massaged her needy tits, hot pulses of sensation dampened Stephanie's crotch. Judy marveled at the firmness of the breasts in her trembling hands. She lowered her mouth to the nipples standing at attention and lathed the surfaces with her tongue. With one hand squeezing a tit and her greedy mouth sucking the other, her free hand cupped Stephanie's bikini clad pussy. Stephanie wallowed in the scintillating pleasure and felt her knees weaken. As her body lost control, Judy held it firmly and wouldn't stop. New sensations gripped her as fingers invaded her bikini bottom and traced up and down the wet slit. The years of self denial had caught up with Judy and she was consumed by her lust for Stephanie. With a ravenous appetite, she explored the tender body. Finally Stephanie's knees buckled and Judy guided her to the sofa. Stephanie watched breathlessly as her panties made the slow descent down her legs. Her body tingled with anticipation as Judy's head disappeared between her thighs. She gasped loudly as Judy lapped her with ardor and thought that no one since Diane made her feel this good. Lost in ecstasy, Judy ate her protégé with abandon. As she sucked the turgid flesh, she saw Stephanie staring at her with an awed expression on her face and it thrilled her. Two lonely people had found solace in each others arms. Stephanie stayed the weekend and they indulged their lust many times over. Several months after her promotion, Stephanie got a surprise phone call from Steve Romero. He was passing thru town and wanted to take her to lunch. At the time she was preparing a new marketing campaign for her biggest client but agreed to go anyway. A break from the office might be therapeutic. When Stephanie saw Steve she was struck by how much thinner he looked. He told her that his latest injury had sidelined him for good and with the money left over from his signing bonus, he was headed back to college. Steve spoke with sincerity about his desire to teach high school and coach athletics. Stephanie was impressed by Steve's determination to carve out a much different career. The swaggering demeanor and bravado from his college days was gone as he spoke with humility and candor. Then the conversation took a twist in another direction. "If what I'm about to say sounds too forward, just say so but, I can't get you out of my head." He blurted out, sounding like a love struck schoolboy. "I've never met anyone like you" he voiced in a gushing way. The words tumbled out of Steve's mouth as though they had a will of their own. Steve told Stephanie that of all the girls he dated no one compared to her and the best time he ever spent with someone of the opposite sex was with her at Tony and Diane's wedding. "I'd really like to see you again" he said in earnest. If she was willing to give him a chance and despite their busy schedules, he would work something out so that they could date at least one weekend a month. Spent from his rare show of emotion, Steve lowered his gaze to the table top, waiting for her rebuke. But, none came. Stephanie was blushing from his comments. Not since Ethan had anyone professed such depth of feeling for her. "Ok. But, I'm not sure this relationship, if you want to call it a relationship, is going anywhere." She replied in an honest voice. "I'll take that chance" He said unable to hide his delight. Stephanie happened to look at her watch and realized she had to get back to the office. Outside the restaurant, with Steve's words still ringing in her eyes, she embraced him and gave him a little peck on the cheek. Steve was overwhelmed by her display of affection and was already counting the days when he could see her again. Back at the office, Stephanie was having a hard time concentrating on her work. She had just agreed to date Steve Romero, who supposedly, wasn't her "type". But, her dating prospects were dim at best and she saw a legitimate change in him. Even though it was Steve, she thought it was worth exploring the possibilities. Steve kept his word and one weekend a month he appeared on Saturday and left Sunday afternoon. At first, he stayed at a motel overnight but as there relationship progressed, Stephanie insisted that he sleep on her sofa to save money. To Stephanie's complete shock, she had a wonderful time when Steve visited. They went to museums, art galleries and cultural events. Steve took a genuine interest in the activities but in fairness, she accompanied him to hockey, basketball games even football games at their old alma mater and found that she enjoyed the spectacle. Although Steve wasn't the best conversationalist, Stephanie saw a vast improvement in his ability to talk about topics unrelated to sports. As time went on, she discovered she missed the big lug when he wasn't around and counted the days when he would reappear on her doorstep. Steve was in love with Stephanie and he spent hours composing love letters and sending them express mail. After a few months they started seeing each other on a twice monthly basis and had make out sessions on the sofa. From the start, Steve told Stephanie that he would never take advantage of her and they would move at her pace. It was the ultimate test of self control for him but his intentions were honorable and he kept his physical needs in check. The last weekend Steve visited, he had a concerned look on his face. Finals week was just around the corner and he had to study or face the possibility of not graduating with honors. If he got stuck on a particular area, he asked for Stephanie's help. More than anything he wanted to graduate with honors and prove to himself that he could succeed. Also, he wanted Stephanie to be proud of him as well. Stephanie watched as he concentrated his efforts on the difficult material and was touched by his determination. Her feelings had grown as the weeks went by and now she was positive she was in love with him. No fortune teller could have foreseen such a startling turn of events. The last several visits, their make out sessions were so intense, it took all of her inner strength not to drag him into her bedroom and rape him. After a long day of studying, Steve was wiped out and needed a break. Stephanie ordered Chinese take out and while they were eating, Steve told her he wanted to graduate with honors not just for himself but also so Stephanie would be proud of him. She was so moved that tears welled up in the corners of her eyes. For the first time in his life, Steve shed tears in front of a woman other than his mother. His heart was beating like a bass drum from the emotional feelings he had for Stephanie. When he had the courage to look into her eyes, he told her he would do anything she asked him to. "I love you Stephanie" he said with profound yearning in his voice as the tears ran down his cheeks. Steve's profession of love pushed Stephanie over the edge. Her body responded with a longing she was powerless to resist. She pushed the coffee table out of the way and jumped on top of him. They kissed with fervent need like lovers do. At one point they slowed down and Steve asked if she would just hold him for a while. His erection was straining against his jeans and he didn't want a sticky mess in his pants. But, Stephanie couldn't stop grinding her pelvis against his hard on and his orgasm exploded in his shorts. When his breathing turned to rapid gasps, she realized he was coming. With a sheepish look, he apologized for the "accident". "I did that?" she questioned endearingly. "OH YEAH!" he responded enthusiastically. Stephanie attacked him like a wolf a in a flock of sheep and dragged him into her bedroom. Consumed by desire, they stripped each other in seconds. When Stephanie was on top of him he had another raging hard on and asked if she was sure she wanted him. Stephanie responded by impaling herself on his throbbing penis. They tried every sex act imaginable. Steve asked if he could perform oral sex on her but admitted to a lack of experience. With her guidance and his willingness to please her, she had an explosive orgasm. They rode the peaks and valleys of passion together as his penis filled her to overflowing. Finally exhausted and spent they fell fast asleep in each others arms. As her relationship with Steve grew so her relationship with Judy waned to just mutual affection. Judy saw the love in Stephanie's eyes for Steve and was unquestionably happy for her. Stephanie had the chance for a life outside of her career and that was important. Judy loved her and although she wished they were still together, they had developed a bond that lasted a long time. Months later, Stephanie was invited to the christening of Tony and Diane's first child. She had a wonderful time holding the precious bundle and meeting Steve's relatives again. Steve had gotten a teaching job at the local high school and she was very proud of him. She expected him to propose any day. But sometimes the path to marriage can be bumpy and after the christening reception party, she was looking for Steve. When she ventured near the field that served as a parking lot, she spotted him by a big suv and he was hugging a very hot looking dark haired beauty. She had a strapless deep blue sun dress on that showcased her "assets". Stephanie was furious with herself. He hadn't changed at all and she was a sap for believing him. She ran to the guest room and started packing. When Steve saw Stephanie packing, he was totally perplexed. At first, she refused to talk to him but eventually he found out the reason and he laughed out loud. "OH, so you think it's funny that I caught you with another woman?" Stephanie roared. "I think it's funny when the other woman happens to be my cousin Theresa." He chortled. But Stephanie wasn't convinced and Steve was crushed. He cried like a baby and begged her to believe him. When Diane heard the ruckus in the guest room, she went to investigate. She was startled by the surreal scene of her brother-law shedding tears and her friend having one heck of a pissed off looking expression on her face. As Steve left the room looking pitiful, Diane looked at Stephanie quizzically. "What's going on?" She inquired innocently. Stephanie described in detail what she had witnessed. "Oh, that's Steve's cousin Theresa!" She exclaimed. Stephanie's face dissolved into a look of abject sorrow and pain. She had falsely accused Steve and was overwhelmed with guilt. "Who did you think she was?' Diane asked with mock innocence. Diane proceeded to tell Stephanie that whenever she and Tony are around Steve, Stephanie's the topic of discussion. "He's head over heels for you" Diane said convincingly. "I swear it must run in the family but the other day he told us that he didn't know if he could live without you and he was madly in love." Diane asserted fervently. "The guy's done a complete 360 degree turn from what I can see" Diane attested forcefully. Stephanie was looking for Steve, when she saw him get in his car. She ran like the wind and caught up with him before he had a chance to put the car in gear. When she saw his face, he was weeping and she went on a crying jag also. Stephanie apologized a thousand times for doubting his word and professed her love over and over. Steve was so relieved he hugged Stephanie with all his strength. He told her that considering his past exploits with woman it was an honest mistake. "You're the only one for me!" he exclaimed passionately and kissed all over her tear stained face. The following week Steve proposed and they set the date for the wedding. However, with his teaching job at the local high school, Stephanie felt compelled to find a job in town. With her background and experience, she quickly found one at a local firm. When Stephanie informed Judy of her decision, Judy felt morbidly sad. The one friend she loved and trusted was leaving. With her parents' gone and no other surviving family, her feeling of loneliness was overwhelming. Although she refused to show her emotions at work, many a night she cried herself to sleep. But, Stephanie was true to her friends and called or emailed Judy often. Although Stephanie lived across the state, the communication made Judy feel like part of the family. With the wedding only a few weeks away, Stephanie got an urgent message from Judy. Even though she was extremely busy planning a wedding and a new marketing campaign at work, she rushed to her friends' side. When she arrived at the hospital, it was past visiting hours and the nurse on duty refused to allow her visitation. Judy got wind of the situation and Stephanie could hear her bellowing at the top her lungs. "Let her in! She's family to me!" Judy ranted loudly. As Stephanie caught sight of Judy, tears erupted in her eyes. Judy had lost most of her hair from the chemotherapy and was incredibly thin. Her skin had a ghostly pallor. "I look that good?" Judy said in a questioning but knowing tone. "I don't have a lot of strength, so listen." Judy said firmly. "All the arrangements have been made and I've named you executrix of my will. Here's a copy and my attorney has the original." She stated in a matter of fact voice. "You're the only person I trust to competently handle the situation." She stated seriously. "Why didn't you tell me sooner?" Stephanie sobbed. "Because after the first round of chemo, I thought I had a chance but...anyway you have a new life and I don't want you hanging around here. Tomorrow, go home, that's an order." Judy sighed in an out of breath voice. "I wanted to see you one last time and talk." Judy said wearily. She was exhausted from her verbal exertions. "Now tell me what's going on with you" in a voice barely above a whisper. While Stephanie sat next to Judy and held her pale wrinkled hand, she spoke about the events in her new life. Judy's condition prevented her from attending the wedding. On her wedding day, Stephanie insisted on calling Judy at the hospital. Judy was very weak but was thrilled to hear her voice. Stephanie postponed her honeymoon when she got word that Judy was near death. She rushed to the airport but by the time she arrived at the hospital Judy was gone. When she saw her friends' lifeless body in the hospital, she cried her heart out. After the funeral, she went to the attorney's office for a reading of the will. To her complete amazement Judy had set up a sizable trust fund in the event Stephanie had any children. It was to be used solely for their college education. If any monies remained in the trust, it would be donated to a charity to be named by Stephanie. During her last visit to the hospital, it was Judy's dying wish that Stephanie have children and a family. She had been lonely most of her adult life. Her parents were deceased and she hated dying with no family to remember her. Judy had been her mentor, confident and lover. Stephanie saw that fresh flowers were placed on her grave every week. When Stephanie arrived at the soccer field, her daughter ran to the coach and yelled, "Daddy!" Steve picked up his daughter and hugged her with tremendous affection. Stephanie was astonished at how big a softy he turned out to be with kids. He was delighted she was pregnant again and was painting the spare bedroom in anticipation of the new arrival. After the game, Stephanie's daughter had a couple of scrapes that required some first aid. Once the "boo boo's" were fixed and dinner was over it was off to bed. As Stephanie finished reading a bedtime story to the sleeping figure, Steve poked his paint spattered head in the room. Stephanie's Journey Ch. 02 "Judy Ok?" he asked with fatherly feeling. "She's fine" Stephanie whispered and turned out the light. Stephanie's Journey Seeing Stephanie's puzzled look he explained. "I'm sorry" he said apologetically and borrowing a line from the "Terminator" said. "You're the "Legend", the one who turned down my brother, Steve Romero" They had never talked about this when Diane was present. Stephanie blushed and was going to say something but Tony told her that it was the talk of the frat for almost a year after the incident. "I wish I had been there." he said laughing harder and Stephanie found herself laughing as well. Tony related how Steve was his parents' favorite and even though he was in the background, he loved his brother. But, he was well aware of Steve's pompous attitude and womanizing. After college, Steve was drafted to the pros but was cut after one year and was playing for a team in Europe. It was a huge disappointment and a much need comeuppance as far as Tony was concerned. After a brief pause, he went in a different direction. "I feel as though I know you." Tony said. "Diane talks about you all the time." He intoned without a hint of jealousy. Tony started taking about Diane and Stephanie saw the look, the look of love in his face as he talked about her best friend. He told her about the first time he asked Diane out and that even though she comes on strong at times, how he felt that she was caring and sincere. "She can be a handful but I'd do anything she asked me to." He said with wonder in his voice. He looked down at the floor and continued, "I don't know what I'd do without her. I've never felt this way about anyone before." He said with fervent feeling. Stephanie's eyes were laced with tears of joy for Diane and when Tony looked up, he saw her moist eyes. At that moment they heard the screened door opening and in bounded Diane. She ran up to Tony and all 5' 1" of her stretched on tip toes and kissed him full on the mouth. "Hey baby!" She said with affection in her voice. They were late for a study group and rushed to leave but as she was going thru the door, Diane turned to Stephanie and mouthed the words. "I think I'm in love." A year later, Stephanie was the maid of honor at Diane and Tony's wedding. The night before the wedding they were relaxing in Diane's room and drinking apple martinis when Diane started talking. She told Stephanie that she would always think of her as her "sister". How Stephanie's friendship made all the difference to her at college and what they had intimately shared was a wonderful part of their "sisterhood". "Remember, I'll watch your back and you watch mine." Diane said voicing a sentiment that they shared in college. As the tears rolled down their cheeks, they embraced and promised to never lose touch with one another. The day of the wedding, Steve saw Stephanie and did a double take. He apologized to her and she accepted. He was humbled by the last 2 years of career disappointments and it showed. They spent most of the reception dancing and talking. Stephanie still thought he was dim witted but with a lot more sincerity. At the end of the night, he said goodnight like a gentlemen and she was touched. As he was turning to go, she handed him her card and told him to call her whenever he was back in the States. Then, to Steve's total surprise, she gave him a peck on the cheek. As she was driving home, she couldn't help but think how sometimes life came full circle. To be continued...