Playful Desires

A GAME OF DARES C1

It was a dare but Tisha didn’t expect the outcome to affect her life to such extent.

She went out clubbing with her colleagues on a Friday night, to relieve themselves of the stress they accumulated during the week. It was a very busy month-end and they were glad it was over. They had plenty of drinks and danced the night away. They all came to have fun so it has been decided they’ll all take taxis to go home. Everyone has gotten drunk and Tish was already tipsy. Someone suggested a game of dares and many cheered. She thought it was childish but joined the game all the same. After a couple of rounds, she realized its purpose. The singles are told to hook up with a stranger before going home. The girls pointed to some good-looking men, so it was somewhat of a win.

“We’re all adults here. If you like them and need a f**k, then go ahead and eat them up.” Leslie was quite vulgar with her words, but they’re all used to it.

Those who were in a relationship were told to buy something on the way and to surprise their special someone.

“We’ll require pictures, everyone. Send them in the group chat. Let us know how things turned out for you, alright? You all know how much the fine is.”

There were groans from a few people, including Tish. She hated taking pictures, especially with strangers.

She sighed when the bottle pointed at her and the women busied themselves at finding a guy to match her with.

“That man in a business suit. He looks yummy!”

There were giggles as the woman sounded extremely funny. Even Tish found herself smiling, but she’s also nervous.

“Yes, him. Go, Tish. Please do a little more than just talking to him. He can be your boyfriend! Go on.” They shooed her away and she grabbed her purse after a quick good bye. Her heart was racing and it didn’t make her feel good. She felt like she’s going to puke, which wasn’t a good sign. She would be mortified to vomit on someone. So, she made a detour and went to the bathroom first. She did end up puking, but she felt better afterwards. She thoroughly washed her mouth, thankful for the mouthwash and mints she has on her bag. She touched up herself and sprayed a mild scent of cologne.

She didn’t exactly see the man’s face, but she trusts her colleagues’ judgement when it comes to people’s looks. They’re quite critical.

“Oh, s**t!” She lightly cursed as she stumbled a few steps away from the man. He turned when he heard and was met by her falling on his feet.

“Damn it.” She tightly closed her eyes as the pain on her knees registered.

“Are you okay?” The man helped her up and she groaned, not wanting to look at him.

“Yeah, fine. Sorry.” She was so embarrassed.

“You look like you got hurt. Sit first. Let me check.” Callum was feeling amused by her stunt. It was one way to get his attention. It wasn’t the best but it was effective.

He was there to meet a woman his brother set up for him. Fortunately, or unfortunately, the woman didn’t come. He felt like he wasted a night out. He has plenty of things he needed to do. Still, he also knew that he needed a break. He was hoping to have a pleasurable night, but it has been futile. The girls who approached him earlier were either too young or simply not his type. This woman, though . . . she seemed mature enough to be around his age.

Her knees have been scraped, making him frown. He didn’t realize the club’s floor has a rough surface.

“It stings. There’s a wound, isn’t there?” Tish worriedly asked. Her work skirt was above the knee, rendering her with no protection.

“Yes. They probably have a first aid kit here.”

“No, no. It’s fine. I have a little bottle of alcohol here.” She took out a small spray bottle from her purse and didn’t think twice about spraying her knees. She gritted her teeth from the pain and closing her eyes tightly. She took deep breaths and ended up biting her lip in the process.

“Good?” He took the spray bottle from her and continued to disinfect her wounds.

“Thanks.” She muttered with a grimace. There’s no way she would flirt with him like this.

“My name’s Callum. What’s yours?”

“Oh. Uhm, I’m Tish. Tisha.”

“That’s an interesting name.” His statement made her smile.

“Yeah.” No one would dare say it’s a beautiful name, so she appreciated his response.

“You were out with your colleagues? Friends?” He’d seen her earlier, from a large group of loud people.

“Colleagues.”

“A night out after a stressful week?”

His statement made her chuckle. He was spot on.

“Yes. You? I don’t think I’ve seen you with anyone. Were you waiting for someone?”

“Yeah. She couldn’t come, though. I say it’s a good thing.”

“Yeah? How so?”

“Well, I get to meet you.” He charmed her with a smile and it was gorgeous. She blushed at how direct and smooth it was.

Figuring out she might still have a chance, she straightened herself and acted more delicately. Her actions brought his attention to her decent cleavage and shapely body. Though she’s properly covered up, her sexy figure couldn’t be denied.

“Do you usually fall in front of strangers?”

“Oh, no. That was the first time it happened. It wasn’t intentional.” She became defensive as her clumsiness was once again brought up.

“How were you planning to approach me, then?”

She was stumped by his question and quickly closed her mouth. s**t. How does she answer that? She ended up shrugging.

“Just . . . coming over to say hi. See if you’re interested.”

“And if not?” He raised an eyebrow, also impressed by how honest she’d been.

“I’ll go straight home and maybe drink some more.”

“You don’t have a second choice?” He scanned the club and saw plenty of other men.

“I don’t.”

“Why me, then?”

Well, she can’t tell him she wasn’t the one who chose, so . . . she stared at him and grinned. She was glad her colleagues chose someone similar to her usual type.

She reached over and placed a hand on his shoulder, observing how he would react to it.

“Of everyone I saw, you fit the type of men I like. Handsome. Dressed immaculately. Looking very respectable. Having a body which exudes strength.” As she spoke, she moved her hand down his front until it settled on his waist. Her voice also changed, sounding seductive and more pleasant to the ears. She spoke softly and enticingly.

“I think you would also be great in bed.”

That was the statement he had been waiting for. A clear indication of what she wanted to happen between them.

He grinned and moved closer to her. She opened her legs to accommodate the width of his body. She could feel the heat emanating from him and his breath smelled like mint. One of his hands landed on her thigh and the other on her waist. He got so close that their lips were almost touching.

“Would you like me to show you tonight?” It was a direct invitation and she was surprised at how easily they got to this point. They haven’t even introduced themselves well! Anyway, the girls had seen him. If anything happens to her, they know who she’s with.

“I’m currently staying in Luxx Hotel and there’s a king-sized bed waiting for us.” He enticed her with the imagery and was bold enough to hold her hand and guided it towards his growing bulge. Her body seemed soft and her scent was nice.

“Alright.” She trusted her instincts, which told her he’s a respectable man who wouldn’t hurt her.

He escorted her out and brought her towards a black vehicle. Someone opened the door for them, which she found curious.

“Your driver?”

“Yes.”

She was slightly surprised to learn he has a chauffeur. Well, she’s more interested in having a great night so she didn’t become bothered by it.

On the way, he has been massaging her thigh as they carried a formal-sounding conversation. He asked about her job and she answered them without much thought. Before she could reciprocate the questions, he told the driver to drop by at a pharmacy, which made her curious. He got out of the car and she immediately followed.

“What do you need at a pharmacy?”

“Something for your wound. You don’t want it to scar, do you?”

“Oh. Thank you.” She didn’t think he would be considerate.

But while they’re on the counter, she also saw him picking up a few boxes of condom. Well, she’s not exactly surprised. They have already agreed to sleep together. She figured it’ll only be a one-night stand. She doesn’t exactly know the guy so it’s unlikely that they will meet again. Unless they decided to keep seeing each other, in which case, she’ll be his booty call. Hmm, she’ll decide after tonight. From what she can see, she seriously believed he would be a great fucker.