A Whole New World

7. Lifestyle Education

 Entering Alexa's condo on the 12th floor, it was decorated as a high-end place like it was staged to sell.  This condo was immaculate with nothing out of place.  When you walked in, it was an open concept with a small closet by the door, then the whole place opened into the living room with floor to ceiling windows showing a long balcony overlooking a good majority of the city.  There was a new white couch and 2 black theater chairs with small glass tables for guests, but it looked like they had never been sat on.  A large kitchen to the right beyond with an island that you could also use as a table separating the kitchen from the living room...  The kitchen had all new black appliances (the clear protective stickers looked to still be on them), pure white cupboards and what looked like a white marble granite countertop.  There was no clutter, chopping block, papers out- nothing!  There were 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to the left of the entrance.  This place was amazing!  The view wasn't the best looking into the city, but she was above most of the buildings around her giving off a nice glow in the night.

"WOW!!!  Are you sure you live here???  This place is beautiful, but I am sure that you already know that..."

"It's okay, there is a place on the top floor overlooking Lake Ontario that will be coming up for sale soon and I want to try to get it- No-I will get it!  To do that, this place needed a little TLC to get top dollar for it....  Water or wine?"  

"Depends, are you sure you are not going to kick me out in the middle of the night??" I asked with a sly smirk then finished with "As long as coffee is available in the morning, I could go for a little more wine"

"OMG, you are too funny!  If you don't like my coffee here, there are like 6 coffee shops within 2 minutes walking distance.  Here, I'll give you both just in case you want to stay hydrated.  There is plenty of both, help yourself to anything you would like."  As she handed me a bottle of water and a glass of wine before going back to the kitchen and doing the same for herself then returning to the living room.  I noticed that she started with the water so I thought I would do the same.

"I am afraid to even go near that couch with red wine!  I would be that klutz that would ruin it, but these theater chairs look really comfy" I stated as I put down my beverages on a small glass table beside one of the chairs and sitting down into one of the most enjoyable chairs I have ever seen.  As soon as I sat in it, it automatically adjusted itself to what would be the most comfortable position to watch a movie.  I was like a gravity chair that made you feel perfectly situated.  "Whoa!  I am really glad I put those down first!" a little taken by how smoothly it moved into place.  It was like it was some form of gravity chair.

Alexa started laughing a bit then replied, "I thought the same thing when I tried them out in the store, only I ended up wearing the coffee I was holding."

After a few moments of silence sipping away on wine and enjoying these amazing chairs, I had finally built up the courage to ask about some things that had been running through my mind since meeting Mike earlier.  

"Can I ask you some questions about...you know...that 'after party' club?"  I was very shy about this as it was way out of my comfort zone, but I was that curious about it and who better to ask then someone I know, but not too close with right?  Considering how limited my options and how weird Mike had been about it earlier, Alexa was my best choice.

Alexa took another small sip before saying "Only if you stop referring to it as an "after party club' and just say a lifestyle or swingers club, I have no problems with any question you may have.  I know that's what I called it before, but you don't advertise to people you don't know if they are a part of it or not if that makes sense..."

"Yes, that makes sense.  Okay, so…how did you first get into this lifestyle?"

"About 3 years ago, I was seeing this woman who was also bisexual, and she brought it up as something that we may enjoy together.  Neither of us had ever been to anything like that, but she had heard about it from someone and was curious.  We figured that there was no harm to go and at least just see what it was all about.  I mean, you see some stuff in the movies, right?  Well-I am a highly s****l person, so I was very intrigued about it."

"I'm guessing that you liked what you saw then since you know, you are still going?"  man, I could be blunt at times...

"Oh-Ya!  When we went-just to check things out I mean, I was blown away at first.  After the initial shock wore off and I wasn't standing there 'like a deer in the headlights', I was hooked!  It's like being taken into a place where your imagination couldn't even make up most of this stuff.  If you are not predisposed to a lot of it, it can be quite shocking.  There were so many things going on at the same time it was like overstimulation.  You also must figure out what is right for you.  You see, there isn't just one huge bed inside and a pile of bodies like some people think.  Most lifestyle clubs have a certain flow to them, and they have strict rules."

"How so?  I mean, it's a s*x club.  How much could there be to a s*x club???" I hopped that I wasn't putting my foot in my mouth or offending her.

"There are three major rules, and the rest are guidelines.  The first rule is that you must have a membership to enter.  You can go as a guest, but they make sure that you know what you are entering.  The second rule is that you must ask permission to touch.  No one can touch you without asking and you giving them permission to do so."  She paused to let that soak in for a minute.

"So, if someone were interested and the other was not, then move on?" man, I felt like an i***t asking, but I was interested mainly because it was completely foreign to me.

"Everyone has chemistry.  If you are not feeling it, then ya, you both walk away.  The staff are also well trained to watch interactions and step in if they see anything troubling."

"well, that's reassuring...has anything like that ever happened to you?" I asked

"No, everyone follows this code.  Know that everyone is there for the same reason, but different people have different vices.  It's not like going to a bar and having to peel someone off you that you don't want.  People respectfully bow out for the most part because it has to be pleasurable for both."  Alexa was being incredibly open and patient with me like she had explained this before.

"I hope I am not bothering you with all of these questions.  I find it interesting, but I am not sure if it is because this is so different then what is ingrained into our heads that s*x should be a private thing with 1 person or fascinated by the idea of it.  “What the hell is in this wine??? I would never say that out loud!!!

Alexa shook her head immediately before answering me "No, there is no bother at all.  I like talking to you and why not talk about something I enjoy, right?  As long as you are not uncomfortable about it."

"No, surprisingly the prude in me left after the second bottle” At that we both started laughing again and took a few moments to recover before I could continue with "What's the third rule?"

I think I caught her off guard because she paused recalling everything that we went over so for "oh, I forgot I didn't mention it...You are not expected to 'play' as they say just because you go there.  There have been many, many times that I have observed and came home to just, you know- play with my own toys".  I know she tried, but she could not conceal the smile as she was recalling a specific moment.

"I see...That is actually reassuring.  Just because you walk in the doors you are not 'free range' so to speak.  You said something about being way too many things going on that it was overstimulating...what did you mean by that?"

"Well, you see, these clubs cover many, many fetishes.  Not everyone goes there to have s*x either.  There are people that like to watch or masturbate while watching- men and women.  There is normally an area with a group of beds pushed together to allow more people.  Sometimes it's for public viewing, sometimes it's private-it depends on the club.  Some clubs have private rooms where you can close the curtains.  There are swings, couches, benches, and areas to be tied to something- known as bondage, there are Dom and Sub or b**m, glory holes..."

"Glory what?!?!?!"  

"Too far?  Tell you what, hop on your phone and look up Glory Hole and Unicorn in s****l terms while I go to the bathroom and let me know if you have any questions about it when I get back” She stood up and made her way out of the room.  I was hoping that I didn't make her uncomfortable or upset her at my lack of knowledge in the department, but she was calm through the whole explanation.  I grabbed my phone and started to look up some of the stuff that she had mentioned.  As she was coming back into the room, she noticed me sitting there with what felt like my jaw on the floor.  I was amazed at what some people find their fetishes in, but if I was going to be honest with at least myself, I found some of the things remarkably interesting.

"By the look on your face, you have not had much experience outside of what most people consider as normal s*x.  I don't want to offend you with that and there is nothing wrong with it either.  It can be either intimidating or mind blowing depending on how open and curious you are.  The fact that you are even asking about it tells me that you do have some curiosities, but either never had the nerve or opportunity to experience it"

"Ah....Yes, I found some of the things rather....  interesting....  that you brought up, but no-Plane-Jane     boring here apparently.  And here I though I had a decent s*x life before!   Man, I feel like a virgin all over again and that's just from looking up the terms on the internet!"  I could feel the heat rush into my face.  I was a little embarrassed to admit that.  I mean, who wouldn't be?

Alexa took this opportunity to turn the tables on me for a change "What is it that you find interesting?  You know, in the spirit of curiosity and open conversation."

I took a larger sip this time trying to find the words to answer her.  "I don't know if it is one thing in general.  I have had dreams of being a part of a foursome- like 2 couples.  the dream was hot!"

Alexa looked a little pleasantly surprised by my answer but recovered quickly with "fair enough, but what were you doing or what was happening to you that had you so invested?"

"I have never talked with this to anyone not to mention talk about any of this.  It's just all so new.  The few dreams that I had always started with me and another woman kissing and then it naturally led to the men joining in after watching for a while.  It was not anything immature like the men giving each other a high-five or anything like that.  It was passionate and intense."

"Speaking from experience, you know being an open bisexual woman-being with a woman can be such a pleasurable experience as long as the chemistry is there.  Every woman is different in terms of what their needs are, part of the fun is figuring it all out, but women tend to be a lot more passionate allowing the experience to hit a new level.  Don't get me wrong, that can happen with men too, but it is more common with women."

I couldn't help myself with my next question and didn't even realize it was my outside voice until I saw the surprised look on Alexa's face.  "Is that why you like being bisexual?  - Sorry, I didn't mean to be so blunt!"  I immediately felt like an ass as soon as I finished the question.

"It should never be something you like or dislike.  Being bisexual is a part of who I am.  If someone can't be happy with who they are, then you need to work on that first and don't worry about being blunt.  I admire your courage.  When I first started out, I was really- and I mean- Shy and couldn't even talk about this stuff like you are now and I was dating that person.  I commend you for that."

"The unicorn thing was intriguing as well.  So, if you are in a threesome, you are a unicorn?"  and my interpretation was way off though before Alexa corrected.

"Ah-no.  Not like that.  A Unicorn is a bisexual woman who enjoys joining a couple.  Sometimes the woman of the couple may be bi-curious or bisexual, but at the end of the night she goes home.  A lot of times, a true unicorn will have a couple that she builds a mini relationship with.  They may get together once or twice a month.  It can be like having a friend with benefits-except with a couple."

"Now that is kind of cool!  have your cake and eat it too idea” I was getting more and more interested by the second!

Alexa leaned back and pondered what I had just said like something was bothering her about it.  "It can be, but again afterwards, they go home.  Typically to an empty home.  It either works or doesn't work for that person.  You could either be completely satisfied enjoying your quiet life or it can be lonely.  No one to hold you at night.  Everything has its difficulties; it all depends on what works best for you"

 "What works best for you?  I mean, what do you look for?" Again, not being able to stop myself (like an open mouth-insert foot-I may feel like an ass tomorrow after this.)  But just when I was about to look away, she reached across and placed her hand on top of mine.  "I know that this can be completely exhilarating and interesting, but sometimes it can be really lonely as well.  This lifestyle works for me because I work all the time and never have time for a proper relationship.  I have a male friend with benefits that I play with.  He was there with us last weekend at the club.  The tall one that had held back waiting for me.  I have been missing that female connection since my girlfriend and I ended things a year ago though.  I suppose I would be 'the ultimate unicorn' because of my work being so demanding.  I hope that one day I will settle down with someone."

"You will!  Everything happens in its own time and for a reason.  I genuinely believe we are each meant to walk a certain path.  Some paths will cross, and some won't.  Part of life is discovering it, but I know you will find your person 'or persons' one day” And I really did believe that.  I started to wonder how I could let over ten years go by without talking to Alexa.  She had an amazing personality and so easy to get along with.  

Before I knew it, our eyes locked, and I was mesmerized by the depth they showed.  For the first time, I could see the feelings Mike said she had for me in her eyes.  She held my gaze pulling me closer to her with every second that ticked by.  Was this something I wanted, or was it just the alcohol?  Alexa slowly reached up, putting her hand ever so close to my face before pausing momentarily.  "May I kiss you?'' asked me in a very sexy but hushed tone.  With absolutely no hesitation at all I nodded.  Ever so slowly, she leant in and started with the lightest touch of our lips.  She pulled back for a moment as if she were waiting for me to pull away.  I then leaned forward a little and our lips touched again.  This time though we didn't pull apart.  They were so soft, so gentle, so tasty- I wanted more.

I was not sure how long we were kissing for before Alexa pulled back.  She placed her hand back on my cheek and softly said "I have been waiting 15 years to do that and it was better than I ever imagined.  Thank you for that, and as much as I don't want to say this-I think we have both had enough for one night.  It's actually pretty late now..."

I was still a little awe-struck, but I nodded my head in agreement.  I would have to wait for tomorrow to analyze what had just happened, but for tonight there was going to be some good dreams for sure!

We said our good nights, Alexa lent me a pair of yoga pants and a tank top.  She headed to her bedroom and I to the spare room to try to sleep.  She paused at her bedroom doorway and spoke softly “I really did have an enjoyable time tonight and I hope we do that again.”  then entered her room and closed the door.