“Right on time, as usual,” Mark said, getting up and shaking my hand. “How’s Tommy doing?”

“Great, now that Danielle is there. He missed her.”

Mark nodded. “I can imagine. I’m glad she was available for you.”

I tried not to read double meaning into his words. We sat down and waited for the other two associates to join our party. Mark and I ordered a drink while we waited. It was never a bad idea to start off a business meeting a little lubricated.

When they arrived, we ordered food and dove straight into business. We discussed software development, where the release of new technology was taking us, and how that would affect our plans in the future. The two men that had joined us were both involved in Berry Software on a part-time basis, so I tried to touch base with them at least once a month.

“We are very excited about your new software release,” Harry said. He was young, only a few years out of college, but he knew what he was talking about. He wore thick-rimmed glasses, and I had a feeling business and pleasure both consisted of a computer screen for him.

“I agree,” Max said. Maxine was one of the few women in the gaming industry, which made her a hot commodity. Even though I didn’t branch into computer games, her insights were unique due to her background, and she offered a lot to the company. “You might want to pay attention to the user interface, though. These days, it’s all about efficiency.”

I nodded, taking notes. We talked, we ate, we drank. After we handled business, the conversation became casual and social, and I ordered a couple more drinks. I didn’t drink very often as a rule. Between work and parenting, there wasn’t much time, and the combination of the two meant that I was buzzing quickly. The alcohol coursed through my veins, making me feel light and airy, breaking down my reserves.

By the time dinner was over, I wondered if I should be driving.

“I’m going to call a cab,” Mark said, taking the words out of my mouth. “I hope you’re not driving.”

I shook my head. I would probably be able to, but if something happened, like getting pulled over and locked up, or worse, Tommy would be left alone. I couldn’t take the only parent he had away from him. So, I arranged with the restaurant to keep my car overnight and took a cab home.

When I arrived home, it was late. I waved at Danielle in the living room before walking to Tommy’s room and kissing him on the head. He was already asleep. When I returned to the living room, I noticed Danielle on the couch. She was stretched out, busy on her phone so it gave me time to stare at her, taking it all in. Fuck, she was so hot. Her curves were perfect, her body on display. Her tank top rode up, exposing her midriff. Her ass was perfect, round, and practically edible, and her tits? Oh my fucking God.

“Are you this sexy on purpose?” I asked, and the moment the words left my mouth, I felt like an idiot for saying them out loud. The alcohol was messing with me.

Danielle looked up at me, amusement flickering across her face. She pushed herself up and arched her back, pushing out her breasts. She was torturing me. I swallowed, darting my tongue over my parted lips. My cock was hard in my pants. I couldn’t think straight. All I saw was her body, and I felt the desperate urge to fuck her.

Danielle stood up, walking toward me. I shook my head. If she came any closer, I couldn’t guarantee I would behave. I was riddled with lust. The alcohol had broken all my barriers, and I wanted her. I wanted her so fucking badly my whole body ached.

“Did you have a good night?” Danielle asked, still coming closer to me. The question was innocent, but her voice wasn’t.

I swallowed again and nodded. She was only inches away from me now, and I could smell her perfume. My body screamed for a release. I couldn’t help myself. Danielle was right in front of me, her green eyes dark, and I had no inhibitions left.

I put my hand on her jaw and kissed her.

The contact was electric, and the desire between us sky-rocketed. I grabbed her face and kissed her hard, my tongue sliding into her mouth. She kissed me back, her body pressed flush against mine, her hands on my hips. I needed her in my bed now.

I slid my hands down her back and onto her ass, squeezing it before sliding lower and lifting her up by her thighs. She wrapped her legs around me, her crotch just above mine, and my dick throbbed in my pants with anticipation. I carried her to my bedroom. Tommy was asleep, and I would have to keep it quiet