Adam & Jesse Ch. 02

Several days had gone by and he expected Mark to arrive home any time. He also began noticing the traffic that now seemed to move up and down the block. Like he was told, most of it did come and go from Jesse's home. They were right in telling him she entertained. It seemed to be nonstop day and night. She had adults of all ages, dressed anywhere from formal attire to jeans, to even bikinis coming and going.

While Mark had been gone, he had decided to do a little checking up on her, which surprised even himself. He normally didn't check up on the women he planned on becoming involved with. He learned that she owned The Martin Reality Company, which had impressed him. He also had found out that Jesse was much more important in this city than he could have guessed. She definitely did a lot of good things, including donating a lot of money to the city. She also donated her homes for certain occasions, and was always helping out anything that had to do with children. He also found out that Jesse Martin didn't have a problem spending money. He decided that any other information, he would rather hear from her. It went against his nature to spy like this.

The front door opened, shaking Adam from his thoughts. Mark walked. "So what do you think of that birthday present in the driveway? "He asked.

"Nice. What do you think of it? "Mark stated.

"Hell, if some woman gave me that car, shit any car for that matter, I sure would be more enthused than you sound. "

"Don't be too sure! "Mark laughed and said he had to go change.
"No, I'm sure!! "Adam laughed. Shortly Mark returned downstairs.
"So are you ready to go? "Mark asked walking back into the room.

"Me? "Adam asked.
"Did I misunderstand? I was under the impression you wanted to get to know Jesse. "

"Yes I do, but apparently I misunderstood. I didn't think you wanted me to have anything to do with her. "He said confused.

"That really doesn't matter now. "
"So what's changed? What's this all about?
"Seems she wants to meet my roommate. In fact her words were, ' When do I get to meet Adam? After all, don't you think it's only fair for me to get to know someone who seems so interested in me? ' I'm not sure what it is exactly you were hoping to find out about her, but now you have her attention. "

"Hell, I already had her attention, she made that obvious a few days ago. Didn't she tell you that she had already met me? "

"I heard about it. "Mark said, looking at Talley who then got up and walked out of the room.

"From what you had told me, I was under the impression she was not like that. "Adam said.

"I told you that she was different. She must really want something if she talked to you like that. "

"Oh it was very obvious what she wanted. Not that I have a problem with that mind you. I just wasn't expecting that. "

"Don't be so sure that's what she wanted. She is very good at playing games. So are you coming? "

"I wouldn't miss it. "

Jesse's home was filled with people, yet there was plenty of room to move around. He noticed a band playing in the corner of the huge living room. Mark introduced him to some of the people as they made their way around the living room looking for Jesse. Adam was the first to see Jesse.

The other day she seemed so young and playful in jean cut offs and now as he looked at her she was a beautiful woman, an extremely desirable one. If she weighed more than 100 lbs he would have been surprised. He softly laughed to himself, seeing that although she was by far small her body was most appealing. He was most impressed by what she had on. He had to give her outfit a second glance, as it was a silk dress, rather sheer, but not totally see through. It was a soft gray color and as he watched her move, he saw how the dress flowed with her. It was also extremely short, giving him the desire to see more.

She was talking softly to Richard, the man he had seen the other day. She would toast her glass of wine to Richard now and then. To him, most women looking like she did now, would leave men with no doubts as to what they had on their minds. He then spotted something that totally amused him. He was looking at this beautiful creature that he would only assume to have the usual sexy high heels on and here she was in all her elegance, with no shoes on at all. She was barefooted, and he smiled to himself. Yes, he thought, there was much more to this woman than met the eye.

He didn't know how long he had been lost in his thoughts watching her, but he was interrupted by a slight nudge from Mark urging him towards Jesse. He glanced again at her, this time at her eyes and he saw that she was watching him and again he saw her smile, this time at him. He wondered how long she had been watching him, and he was curious as to know what she was thinking.

Mark walked past him and into the kitchen entry where Jesse was standing. She in return moved towards Mark and quickly gave him a short-lived kiss on his cheek.

"Well it's about time you got here. I've missed you. And did you miss me? "
"I was only gone for a few days, who was it that just got back after what, was it several months? I am quite sure that I was doing all the missing. "

"Oh Mark, you know I always miss you. "She teased and laughed lightly.

He watched with amusement as Mark and Jesse exchanged lighthearted teasing. He could see she was very confident with her surroundings as well as with her words. He also was not unaware of how she glanced at him on and off but he could not tell what she was thinking when she did so.
"And Mr. Gorgeous. "She said while she looked him over. Adam had put on a cream colored silk shirt with black dress pants. Since it was warm, he had left several buttons open on the shirt, and also rolled the sleeves half way up. "It's a wonderful pleasure to see you again, and from how you look, I'm sure you don't lack admirers. "She said playfully.
"Knock it off Jesse, are you trying to scare him off? "Mark asked.

"Oh, Adam doesn't scare easily. Do you, Adam? "She smiled with that special look.

"I wasn't aware that I was being scared off. "

"And are you enjoying the party? "She asked.

"I haven't been here long, but so far it's very interesting. "

"Good, it's always better when things are kept interesting. "She said, and this time he could almost see the little devil dancing in her eyes and playing with her smile. He had to admit they were a lot alike.

"So Jesse, you sure took you're time about getting back here. Was there any special reason why? " Mark asked her.

"Oh, I just had a little unexpected delay. "He noticed she spoke in the same flirtatious tone with Mark as well.

"Nothing serious, I hope. "Mark stated,

"Nothing I didn't handle, just took longer than I anticipated. Where is Richard with my wine? Excuse me; I'll be right back. I do hope you won't be leaving just yet, Adam. "

"Well, any comments? "Mark asked.

"She is one hell of a beautiful woman. "
"That she is. Sweet too, wouldn't you say? "

"There are many words I could use to describe her, but sweet is not one of them. Am I wrong, or did she just blow you off about why she was away so long? "
"Come on let me show you around some more. "Mark chuckled.
"Apparently she is not the only one who likes to change subjects. "

As the night wore on, he was astonished by the amount of people who seemed to come and go. Always, there seemed to be a waiter handing out drinks, or a waitress walking around carrying food platters. It seemed there was never any limit. He decided to go find Mark and possibly talk more with Jesse. Before he even had finished his thought, Jesse was standing right in front of him.

"I do believe you were going to ask me to dance? "She asked, her voice sounding very sexual.

"As a matter of fact, that was my intention. "He smiled, and she held her hand out to him. She led him to the area near the band where others were dancing.

"You have a very beautiful home, Jesse. It suits you. "He spoke softly as he held her in his arms.

"Thank you. I hope you're enjoying the one you live in as well? "

"Very much so. You have exquisite taste. "He now figured she was going to address the issue of his checking up on her. To his surprise, she laid her head against his chest and said nothing more.

He was enjoying holding her as they danced. He felt almost as if they were the only ones in the room. He couldn't ever remember experiencing this feeling before. He also was finding it difficult not to be aroused, as he felt the warmth of her body pressed against his while they danced.

"You dance very well, I like that. Too many men prefer not to dance at all. "

"When it means holding a woman in your arms, especially one as beautiful as yourself, I would think every man would want to. "Adam said.

"Your words flatter me. You're very good at flirting. "

"I'm not so sure. It seems that you're more gifted with this talent than I am. "

"Touché'! "She laughed, smiling with that certain look.

The dance ended and she again took his hand leading him to the kitchen. There they found Mark with a small group of other people. She refilled her wine glass, and then poured one for him. "And where have you two been off to? "Mark asked.

"We were dancing and getting more acquainted. "

"Yes, in fact Adam was even showing me how much alike we are. "She said softly, and smiled wickedly at him.

"I'm sure he was. Better slow down on that wine Jesse. "Mark said, then chuckled.

"Adam is not like you Mark, I doubt I'd have to worry about having too much wine in his presence. "Jesse said, her tone still flirtatious, but her message was obvious.

"You're absolutely right Jesse. He's not like me. "Mark said. Mark introduced him to several guys that enjoyed playing poker and they were going to set up a game in a week or so. He was told it would be at Jesse's and they wondered if he wanted to join them. Always liking the game, he accepted their invitation.

"Mark, you never did let me know how you liked your birthday present. "She quickly changed subjects, and this amused him.
"Thank you. It's very nice, but … "

"You can't accept it. "she interrupted. "Well give it away then. I'm not taking it back. Give it to Talley; I'm sure she would have no problem taking it.
"I really want you to stop giving me these things, Jesse. It causes too many problems. "

"If I were you, I would get rid of the problems and keep the car. It's much easier to take care of. "

"Don't be too sure of that! I have a hard time explaining a lot of what you do. "Mark said.

"Really, and who is it you're explaining what I do to? "She teased.

"You know what I mean. You try explaining to your boyfriend why another man would give you a car, or other gifts. It causes problems. "

"There wouldn't need to be an explanation. I don't keep those problems. "She said boldly, and Adam saw her defiant expression. "Okay, I promise not to give you anything else if you keep the car. Deal? "

"I'm sorry Jesse, I can't take the car and I won't give it to Talley. Would you mind telling me who else wants the car, though? I'm rather curious about that. "Mark said boldly.

"Well, that's easy. Adam, wouldn't you want to own the car I gave Mark? "She asked and he saw the rebellious look in her eyes.

"Who wouldn't? "He answered, all too aware of how she was evading Marks question.

"That's not what I ……."

"That is your answer, Mark. Adam, it looks like you might as well keep the keys since Mark won't take the car. "

"What? You're giving it to him? You don't even know him. "Mark said, now angry.

"Really Jesse, I can't take it either. "Adam said, now shocked.

"You can hold it for me until I decide what to do with it. "

"Jesse, I don't think.. "Mark began.

"So tell me, Mark, "she said diverting his attention. "How was your trip? Did you get everything taken care of? You have such a boring job. You really should consider coming to work for me. "
"Sorry, the farther I am from your old man the better off I am. "
"I don't have an old man. "It was the first time Jesse's voice had changed tones. He couldn't help but stare at her, stunned at the cold, indifference he was hearing.
"Whatever you consider him, I still prefer staying away from him. "Mark said, still irritated. "Care to discuss what went on when you got back from your trip? "

"Don't make a scene, Mark. "She started to walk away, but Mark grasped her arm and she softly gasped.

"Jesse, he's been easy on you so far? What happens when he gets tired of this? "Mark said angrily.
"What the hell are you doing? Let her go. "Adam said angrily, just as Mark let go of her arm.

"Thank you for caring Mark, but it is my life. I'll handle it. You surprise me though with the courage you've just shown. I have always been willing to take responsibility for my decisions. I hadn't realized that you were unafraid of doing the same. "Jesse said boldly, yet with a smile. Mark walked away disgusted.
"Are you all right? "He said reaching for her instinctively, and gently massaged her arm.

"I don't know Adam. How do I look? "She asked, flirting once again. Would you like me to undress so that you could see? "She said amorously, then suddenly she laughed. "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said that. Are you as serious as Mark is? I would hate to think of Mr. Gorgeous that way. "

"I would hope not! "He trifled back with her. "I do think it's time for another dance, wouldn't you agree? "

"My pleasure. "This time he led her to the dance floor. She rested her head on his chest, and they danced in silence, but he was not oblivious to how she pressed her body against him.
When the music ended, he was surprised that although Jesse had stopped dancing, she had remained in his arms with her head still against his chest. As much as he was enjoying this, he couldn't help but feel concerned.

"It's getting late and I think I should go so you get some rest. "

"I don't sleep much. But you're probably tired. I don't want to keep you. "She said, then giggled, "Well, that's not exactly true. "

"Are you always like this? Or am I the one that brings this out in you? "He asked, speaking as amorous as she.

"I'm not sure I can honestly answer that. After all, you have been trying all night to influence the answer to that. "

"Oh really! "Adam now burst out laughing. "Well then, I better leave. That way you can come up with an honest answer without any of my influence. "

"I've enjoyed this evening very much. "She said, now looking up at him. He felt another tug of concern as he looked into her eyes.

"Are you sure you're all right. "

"Goodnight Adam. I hope to see much more of you, and I do mean that literally. "Jesse whispered, then smiling her special way, she walked away from him before he had a chance to kiss her, which is what he had wanted to do and he had a good idea she knew this.

"Thank you, Jesse. "He called out to her and then headed for the door. He didn't look to see if she turned to acknowledge him; he knew she hadn't, but he knew she was smiling.