Violence/Language: nope to the first,yup to the second

Sex: well,yea..not in the first part, but its coming!lots and lots of it. so if this isnt your thing, or you are underage, i suggest you bail..buh-bye..

Dedication: first and foremost, to the love of my life,christina..my muse(*wink*)..and to xena and gabs.. and to the carpenters...and to the gods..hold a good though for me.

*feedback-pleasssseeee!!!!! to: princesstigerlily75@hotmail.com.

Part 1

Samantha took her time in getting to the wedding coordinators downtown office. She was in no hurry to plan her wedding. Hell, she was in no hurry to get married! 'It's business,' she kept telling herself.

When her father had come to her and asked her to accept the proposal of the son of his business partner,Sam thought he was joking. However it became painfully clear that he was serious. And she had agreed to it, which was the craziest thing of all! Her father had said," Samantha, one day, everything i have will be yours. Look at it as a step towards your future. Paul's father has agreed to sell back his shares in the company upon your marriage."

Hell, arranged marriages didn't happen anymore.. a smirk spread across Samantha's lips..but girl , one is happening to you.

She walked into Mr. Johnson's office and was greeted by the most breathtaking woman she had ever seen. Her strawberry blonde hair was past her shoulders,her body tight.. Yea, this one worked out, and it had paid off. And her eyes! A beautiful shade of green that Samantha was absolutely lost in..

" Miss, can I help you? You must be Samantha Brisebois. I'm Laureth. I'm afraid Mr. Johnson has left for the day, so you're stuck with me. Do you think we could do this over lunch though, i'm starving!"

" Yea..sure!"

Samantha thanked the gods for her BMW roadster, the tiny two seater insured the close proximity of Laureth, Samantha loved the way she laughed, the way she tossed her hair over her shoulder, her perfume... and the way she was so at ease in talking to her, like they had known each other forever. As Laureth ate,Samantha picked at her food and was amazed at the smaller woman's appetite. Man she can eat! Samantha was in total awe of her, and couldn't believe the desire that was consuming her.. she had never felt like that about anyone!!

Over lunch they discussed family, growing up, and then Laureth asked a question that threw Samantha completely off. " You don't want to get married do you Samantha?"

Samantha swallowed hard, " Why do you ask that?"

" I've been doing this for five years, and I've seen a lot of brides. no offense, but you don't seem too excited about the whole affair. You aren't happy, I can see it in your eyes."

" No, you're wrong Laureth. I have to marry Paul."

" Have to? You mean, you have no choice?"

" I've chosen to marry him."

" Are you sure?"

" Yes, and as I recall, we're supposed to be going over my wedding plans now."

Samantha immediately regretted the iciness in her tone, but she was eager to change the subject. How had Laureth seen right through her? Was her ambivalence about her marriage and her fiance that obvious? And why had she insisted that she wanted to marry Paul, when all she really wanted was to get closer to Laureth? Her stomach was in knots looking into those beautiful eyes...

" Okay, so we've got the flowers picked out, the caterers... and we have to get your bridesmaids fitted as soon as possible. And listen, Samantha, I'm sorry if I came off as rude before. I guess i just read you wrong."

" No apologies are necessary Laureth. It's forgotten."

" Can I make it up to you?"

" How?"

" Well, I'm going out tonite and I'd like it if you'd join me. Of course, if you're busy-"

" Sure, I'd love to."

" This time I'll drive."

For the rest of the day Samantha was lost in her thoughts about Laureth. She was so beautiful. and her eyes, they pierced the very core of her. Samantha wondered if Laureth had picked up on her attraction towards her? ' Of course not,' she thought..' She thinks you're a happily engaged woman, at least that's what you told her.'

As Samantha got dressed she felt a rising nervousness..or was it excitement? She almost felt as though she were going out on a date. A blush rose to her cheeks at that thought! Geez, she'd never been on a real date, not even with her "fiance."

Laureth arrived at 11 o clock,right on the dot. She knew Samantha's family had money, but she lived in a flippin mansion! When she pulled up to the estate there was even a guard at the gate. Ringing the doorbell, she was unprepared for the reaction towards seeing Samantha. 'My gods,this woman is gorgeous!' So tall, and the long black hair..her body muscular..her black jeans and shirt clinging to her sleek body.Laureth's mouth watered with desire. And those eyes..the cold blue looking her over.."Ready?" "Oh yea.."

" So where are you taking me,Laureth?"

" To the G Spot."

" Isn't that a lesbian place?"

" Yea, we're meeting some friends of mine."

" So, they're..?"

"Lesbians? yea, they 're gay."

" So are you..?"

" A Lesbian? Yea, I am.I suppose I should've told you."

" No..it's cool. I've never been to a lesbian bar though."

" Well, stick with me. I'll take care of you."

Samantha hoped that was a promise.

Entering the club, Samantha was immediately taken in by the scene around her. There were women everywhere, kissing, hugging, dancing. Women looked her over, making her feel self conscious. Laureth protectively grabbed her hand.." C' mon..I see the girls."

" Samantha, these are my friends Christina and Rosina."

" Nice to meet you."

" Sam, I'm going to get a drink..what do you want?"

" Margarita..heavy on the tequila..and on the rocks."

" Okay..you guys, take care of her."

As soon as Laureth walked away, Christina asked," So how long have you two been together?"

" Together?"

" Yea, aren't you guys dating?"

" No, actually Laureth is coordinating my wedding."

" So, you're straight?"

" Yea," though Samantha was beginning to wonder about herself.

" Here's your maggie, Samantha, heavy on the tequilla. what did I miss?"

" Not much, they just thought we were dating."

" Ohh.. guess I should've cleared up the whole I'm your employee deal,huh?"

" It's fine, I can think of worse things than being linked to you."

Laureth thought she heard a bit of flirting in the remark, but dismissed it. Before she knew it, she and Sam had finished off their drinks in minutes..then seconds, then thirds.

" C'mon Sam..let's dance."

" Alright, but I'm not too good."

The dance floor was crowded, so Samantha was pressed up against Laureth. Their bodies moved in unison..the strong beat of the music guiding their movements.' I wonder if she moves that good in bed?,' Laureth thought. then ,' Stop it girl, she's straight, and engaged.'

Laureth maintained eye contact with the taller woman.She almost thought she saw desire in those icy blue eyes. Just then, someone bumped into Laureth and pushed her inches from Samantha's face.... Samantha could feel Laureth's ragged breathing on her face.. the kiss started slowly..lips meeting lips..Laureth's tongue moving slowly into Samantha's mouth, exploring the sweetness she found there..Samantha's hands caressing Laureth's hips..Laureth's hands wrapped in Samantha's black tendrils...

Laureth broke contact first... resting her forehead against Samantha's..knowing the taller woman was bent to meet her at eye level...' My god...we need to go.'

Laureth walked ahead of Samantha, her thoughts swimming...

" Laureth..wait up."

" Sam..just get in."

Laureth maintained her silence.

" Are you not going to speak to me now? Laureth?"

" Sam, I'm so sorry."

" Why?"

" We shouldn't have done that."

" I'm not apologizing."

" I work for you.."

" Stop making excuses."

" You don't even know the half of it Sam..how close I was to losing control."

" Are you angry with me?"

" No, I'm angry with myself."

" Why?"

" Sam.. I wanted you so bad back there.. I still do"

" Laureth..I feel it too. I feel things for you I've never felt for anyone. I'm almost afraid."

" Afraid?"

" Of how strong this is... I don't want to go home."

" We can't do this Sam."

" Why?"

"In a few months you'll be a married woman, and I will just have been your little

experiment."

" It's not like that..I want you."

" And I want you..but I'm not the only one in your life..and I won't allow myself to be

hurt."

" I only want to love you.."

" Samantha, you're getting married."

" So you keep reminding me. I have to marry Paul, there are some things you don't

understand.."..her voice trailed off.

" So you keep reminding me..walk away Sam..go inside. Please."

Samantha exited the car and began a slow walk past the guard and towards the house. She turned to see Laureth watching her..pure sadness in those beautiful green eyes.." I need you Laureth, can't you see that?"

Laureth saw the despair in Samantha's eyes..gods how she wanted her...'I must be crazy,' she thought. ' I just let the greatest thing to come along in my life walk away..DAMMIT!!'

That night,laying in bed, Laureth couldn't resist crying..the tears flowed freely from her swollen eyes. ' I've known her for one day. One day and she has this.this hold over me! This is one you have to let go.'

The more Laureth tried to convince herself of that, the more she pictured herself in Samantha's arms, looking up into those amazing blue eyes. And that kiss! It was driving her crazy. ' She's getting married, she couldn't possibly love me. I'd just be a fling, something to pass the time.'

Laureth continued trying to persuade herself into believing that Samantha was all wrong for her, but deep down, she knew she had found the woman she wanted to spend the rest of her life with...

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Three days had passed before Samantha walked into Laureth's office. She was immediately met by disbelieving eyes. Oh, those green eyes! They turned Samantha inside out.

"What are you doing here Sam?"

" I'm glad to see you too,Laureth."

" I just wasn't sure if you would want to see me."

" Well, you're coordinating my wedding, remember?"

" How could I forget?"

" Can we go somewhere?"

" I'm hungry."

" I figured you might say that!"

" I think I'll let you take me to lunch."

" Let me,huh?"

" Yes..let's go before I change my mind," Laureth said, a smile lighting up her face.

The two women drove along the coast, occasionally glancing at one another.. smiling shyly.

When Samantha began to pull off of the road, Laureth asked, "Why are we at the beach?"

" For lunch."

" Where? There's nothing around here."

" Look," Samantha pulled a blanket and picnic basket out of the trunk

They laid out the blanket on the soft warm sand, and Samantha unpacked the sandwiches and

red wine she had brought for them. As they ate, Laureth couldn't help staring at Samantha.

"What?," Samantha asked.

" Do you know how beautiful you are?"

" It must be you. You bring out the best in me."

Laureth grabbed Samantha's hand and brought it to her lips..chills ran down Samantha's spine, and a heat rose in her lower half. " I've been thinking about you Laureth. All day, every day."

" I know what you mean."

" I can barely function."

Laureth leaned over and planted a kiss on Samantha's lips. Samantha opened her mouth, letting Laureth claim it with her tongue. The women moaned, hands lost in hair... Laureth pulled away,breathless.

" I need you Sam,now."

" Let's go."

The women hastily packed up their supplies and ran to the car. The drive was a hard one for Samantha..they couldn't keep their hands off one another, all this while Laureth attempted to give directions to her apartment.

Laureth fumbled with her keys, trying to get the door open. Samantha slipped behind her,pressing her body against the smaller womans backside.." Relax Laureth, we have all day," she whispered in her ear.

Once inside, the women locked in a heated kiss. Tongues probed mouths, hands tore away

clothing. Laureth led Samantha to her bedroom..climbing to the middle of the large bed, pulling Samantha on top of her. She loved the feeling of the taller womans muscular body over hers. Laureth took one of Samantha's breasts into her mouth..running her tongue all over the swollen nipple. Samantha gasped at the wonderful sensations stirring within her, she could feel the wetness dripping from between her legs.

Laureth wrapped her legs around Samantha's waist, pressing her wetness against her.

" Laureth..you are so wet..."

" It's all for you, Sam."

She flipped over so that she was on top of Sam..her hands traveled down her body..over her breasts and belly..lower to the moist dark patch of hair. Upon contact, Samantha moaned. Laureth easily slipped in 1, 2, and then 3 fingers.

Samantha gasped," Oh..yes..please..harder.."

Laureth began a steady rhythm, loving the feeling of Sam's tight, hot grip on her fingers. Laureth began to lower her body, leaving a trail of kisses along Sam's neck, breasts..her belly, until she reached Samantha's wetness...she opened her mouth over the aching clit..sucking it, running her tongue up and inside of Sam.

" Oh yea..Laur..feels so good.."

Laureth flicked her tongue over Sam's hot opening..her engorged clit. Samantha bucked her hips against Laureth's mouth..her hands wrapped in her hair, bringing her mouth into her...

" Ahhhnnngghhhh!"

Samantha's orgasm filled her entire body..her screams echoing off of the walls. Laureth stretched her body over Sam's..planting soft kisses on her new lovers' lips. " You're amazing, Sam."

Samantha struggled to catch her breath..."My turn."

Samantha straddled Laureth, reversing herself so that Laureth got a full view of her round ass and still dripping sex. She hooked Laureth's legs under her arms..bringing her mouth to Laureth's wet center...plunging her tongue inside of Laureth, she ran her thumb over her clit..the nub swollen and begging for attention. Sam inserted two fingers, keeping a furious rhythm with her mouth.

Laureth knew she wouldn't be able to hold out for long..it felt so good.

"Sam..I'm gonna..."

" Come for me baby!"

Laureth followed the command, an intense orgasm tearing through her body..her nails digging into Samantha's rear.." Sammmmmmmmm!!!!!!!!!!"

It was awhile before Laureth's breathing returned to normal..she snuggled into the crook of Samantha's arm, resting her head against Sam's breast. " Sam, that was so good. You wore me out!"

Samantha grinned," Thanks, you weren't too bad yourself!"

Laureth playfully swatted Samantha's arm, then threw an arm and leg over Sam's long body....sleep claimed the lovers quickly.

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Laureth awoke to find that Samantha was no longer in bed with her, and upon further inspection, she was nowhere to be found.

" Fuck and run,huh Sam?"

Laureth went back to her bedroom and jumped into her rumpled bed..she smiled to herself thinking about what had transpired on that bed just hours ago. Looking at the clock next to her bed, she saw a piece of paper that she hadn't noticed earlier.

" L., Don't think that I just up and ran off on you. I had some business to attend to, and since my father keeps reminding me how the company will one day be mine, I figured I would make the effort. Thank you for the most amazing afternoon..Here's my cell phone number..call me anytime.I'll talk to you soon.All my love,S."

Laureth immediately dialed Sam's cell phone..she had to hear her voice.

"Laureth?"

"How did you know?"

"Just hoping.Did you sleep well?"

" I would have slept better if you were here."

" Sorry about that,my dad has kind of been on me lately about being more responsible."

" So when am I going to see you?"

" As soon as I can get back over there..miss me already?"

" I miss you all over.."

" Well, when you put it that way, I guess I better hurry!"

" I'll see you soon."

" Uhm..Laureth..I..I.."

" I know you do Sam, I feel it too."

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Samantha's father walked back into the conference room as she was hanging up the phone. People said that Samantha was the female version of her father..the same blue eyes, the same straight to the point attitude. Santos always got what he set out to get, and Samantha had always followed his example. She couldn't say no to her father, which is why she had agreed to marry Paul in the first palce. Her father had told her it would be no big deal, the couple could lead seperate lives if they had to. Paul's father wanted to retire early, and when Santos asked to buy his shares in the company he agreed only on one condition, that Samantha marry his son.

"They don't have to be in love Santos. I just want Paul to settle down,maybe they'll learn to love each other, maybe give us some grandkids."

So Santos had asked his daughter for this one thing,letting her know that her future depended on it.Sure, she would be a rich woman owning part of the company..but she would be the richest woman in the states with complete ownership. Of course,money had never meant much to Samantha. She enjoyed having it,but she never flaunted it,or was greedy about it.She was very generous when it came to money, "a definate fault," Santos had thought.

Samantha was lost in thoughts of Laureth,remembering the joining of their skin..the heat..the wetness.

"Samantha, we're having dinner with Paul and his family tonight."

"Dad, can't we make it another night? I had plans."

"Sam, I'm sure you can break them,after all, he is your fiance."

Samantha waited until the very last minute to call Laureth..she couldn't bear to disappoint her.

"It's me again."

" Hey..when are you going to get your cute ass back over here?"

"Listen, I won't be able to make it. I forgot about these plans with my father,I'm kind of stuck"

" Sam,you don't have to lie to me."

" That obvious?"

" Yea. He is your fiance. I can't compete with that."

" There is no competition.You have my heart."

" Just call when you can fit me in."

Laureth hung up on Samantha and immediately regretted it. 'Just my luck..to fall in love with the soon- to- be- married girl...' She buried herself in a book,then fell asleep.

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Over dinner, Samantha tried to show some interest in her companions,but it was a game she couldn't win.Though her father and Paul tried to engage her in conversation, her mind was with Laureth. Samantha picked at her food, and decided she couldn't fake it for long. She rose to leave.

"Samantha,we aren't finished," her father said.

" I am."

" It is rude to leave us all like this,especially your fiance. You two should try to spend a little

time together."

" Isn't it enough that I have to marry him?"

A collective gasp rose from the table. Samantha saw her mother down her 4th martini in one gulp.

" Sorry,but I really need to go."

Samantha walked out before anyone could say a word.

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Paul put up a cool front for his dinner companions, but inside he was seething. What on earth could Samantha be so preoccupied with? Or whom? He had to know. 'Damn her! She should just be thankful I'm marrying her ass. I won't let her ruin everything..not when I'm this close..I can smell that money of hers. And it won't take long for me to make it all mine!'

Samantha drove straight to Laureth's apartment after her disasterous dinner with Paul, his father, and her parents. She had tried to at least appear to be interested in what any of them were saying, but her mind had been solely on Laureth. When she couldn't stand the mindless conversation any longer, she had got up to leave, in spite of her father's insistance that she stay. For the first time in her 26 years she had disobeyed her father. How could she continue the charade for him? Knowing that it was Laureth who had finally set fire to her soul.

Samantha knew she had woken Laureth up by the amount of time it took her to answer the door.

"Who's there?"

"It's me, Samantha."

Without words, Laureth opened the door and pulled the taller woman inside by the hand. She saw confusion in the beautiful blue eyes.. she saw the hurt and longed to make it better. She also knew that she could not help Samantha unless she opened up to her and told her what was wrong.

"Samantha, are you ok?"

"I'm fine."

"You don't seem fine."

" I just needed to see you, to be close to you."

Samantha took Laureth in her arms..kissing her neck, her ears, while her hands rubbed Laureth's firm backside.

Laureth felt herself melting in Samantha's arms... she took her face in between her hands and lifted it up to meet her mouth...running her tongue slowly across Samantha's lips. She felt Samantha's hands underneath her night shirt, her fingers pinching hard nipples..teasing them.Then Samantha lifted the night shirt completely over her head, taking in Laureth's nakedness.

"Sam?"

"Hmm?"

"My knees are about to give out."

Samantha grinned, and in one swift motion picked Laureth up and carried her to the bedroom.. placing her gently on the bed. Samantha quickly stripped off her clothes, standing before Laureth, silently offering all she had to give..her body, her soul, her life.

Laureth reached out a hand,"Come here my Love."

Samantha smiled..grabbing Laureth's hand..laying beside her..looking into her soft emerald eyes..she wanted her so bad, she was trembling. She kissed Laureth, soft at first..then with urgency, her tongue darting into her hot mouth. Her hands cupping Laureth's ass, pulling her closer to her...she broke the kiss, panting..lowering her head to take Laureth's nipple into her mouth..sucking it..running her tongue over the hard peak..then the other..biting until Laureth let out a gasp...

Her fingers went to Laureth's wet opening..rubbing the hard clit as she kissed her again...

" I want to watch you Laureth.."

Samantha knelt between Laureth's legs..watching as she brought her hands to her wetness, then inserted three fingers...stroking her clit with the rhythm of her fucking..

While Laureth pleasured herself, Samantha brought a finger to Laureth's tight asshole...slowly inserting it..as Laureth moaned in pleasure..Samantha began to pump her finger in rhythm with Laureth's fingers...she could feel her tightening on her, her body close to release...

Samantha moved Laureth's hands away and replaced them with her own... she lowered her mouth to taste Laureth, her juices flowing all over her thighs..Samantha sucked on her clit hard and fast.. getting pleasure from the act in itself.

"Sam..not so fast..eat me slow.."

The request almost made Samantha come..desire coating her voice... Samantha slowed down..her tongue running the length of Laureth's sex..then inside as far as it would reach. She applied feather like strokes to the aching clit, as she inserted two fingers... it was all Laureth could stand..

"SAMMMMMMMM.....UNGHHGHHHHHH!!!"

Samantha brought her lips up to kiss Laureth....her juices coating her nose and chin...letting the other woman taste herself...

" I was trying so hard not to come, at least not so fast."

" You are so beautiful, Laureth... you can't believe how much you turn me on."

" I think I have a pretty good idea."

"Huh?"

"I can feel you dripping all over my leg!"

Samantha blushed...grinning shyly she lowered her head to Laureth's chest and listened to the steady heartbeat.

Minutes passed and then Laureth asked, " Can I do something?"

"Anything."

Laureth got up and went to her closet, taking out a box. She pulled something out and then went to the bathroom with it. Samantha lay in bed..curious as to what her lover was up to.

When Laureth finally came out of the bathroom, she had attached a purple leather harness with a pink phallus.

"I got this a while back as a gag gift, but never had anyone to use it with."

Samantha propped herself up on her elbows and said,"Well, then come here and use it."

That was all Laureth needed to hear. She climbed back onto the bed..laying on top of Samantha..kissing her softly on the lips. She used one hand to guide the phallus inside .. Samantha's wetness allowing an easy entrance.

Laureth got on her knees and began pumping in and out of Samantha. She loved hearing the little moans that escaped her lips each time she thrusted inside...she bent forward and took Samantha's nipple in her mouth..licking and sucking on it in rhythm with her fucking.

Laureth pulled out and laid next to Samantha,"I want you to ride me."

Samantha straddled Laureth's hips..slowly lowering herself onto the extension...she groaned at the sensation of being filled up...she bucked her hips, lowering her chest to Laureth's waiting mouth. She could feel herself getting closer to her peak...especially when Laureth began slapping her ass with both hands.

Laureth rose her hips to meet with Samantha's..." Sam..you feel so good."

Samantha threw her head back in ecstasy..the orgasm convulsing her body as she let out a cry to the gods....

She lifted herself off of Laureth and moved to lay next to her..."Wait..help me get this thing off!"

Samantha got it unbuckled and lay it next to the bed. Laureth pushed her back onto the bed and let her tongue travel the length of her body. "Now,I want to taste you."

She brought her tongue to Samantha's wetness...letting it circle the sensitive nub...flicking it roughly..then softly, noting which method got the better response. 'Rough it is,my lovely.'

She grabbed onto her thighs..pushing her face into the hot wetness..lapping up the juices..loving the reactions of her lover, as Samantha moaned and pulled on her hair. it wasn't long before Samantha was lost in another orgasm..lights and stars exploding behind her closed eyes as she screamed her lovers name....

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Laureth lay curled against Samantha's body, fighting sleep. She could tell that Samantha was bothered by something, but when asked, she replied," Nothing."

Their lovemaking had been slow,sensuous...Samantha savoring every taste,every kiss. She had felt an overwhelming urge to possess Laureth,with her mouth, her fingers, going so far as to leave red love bites all over her neck, chest and inner thighs. Laureth had quipped," You know, that felt really good while you were doing it, but now it hurts like hell. Guess I better get my turtlenecks out!"

Samantha had grinned shyly,"Sorry."

They laid together in silence after that, lost in thoughts and emotions. Samantha smiled to herself as she thought of Laureth, the woman she had come to love. She knew she couldn't marry Paul, not now. To hell with the company, the money, everything. All she wanted was Laureth. She knew she had to tell her father as soon as possible. She also had to tell Laureth exactly what her intentions were. Looking to her right, she saw that Laureth had fallen fast asleep. She looked so beautiful..so peaceful. ' Now that's a sight I will never tire of.'

______________________________________________________________________________Rays of sunshine danced upon Samantha's face, waking her. She blinked against them, slightly annoyed, still feeling exhausted from the night before. "Laureth?," she called out. hearing no response, she got out of bed and searched the apartment, finding only a note posted to the bathroom mirror. "Had to go to work. See you later.I love you..Laureth."

Samantha showered and dressed and locked the apartment up behind her. Holding up a hand to block the sun from her eyes, she didn't notice the car parked across the street from hers. She also didn't see the man inside, slowly and methodically snapping pictures of her leaving the apartment and driving away in her car.

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It was Friday and Samantha was fiending for Laureth,whom she hadn't seen in two days. It seemed as though some unknown force was keeping them apart, Samantha in meetings with her father, and Laureth with very demanding brides. Samantha decided she needed to have Laureth all to herself for the weekend. Dialing her number, she was a little surprised when Laureth picked up on the first ring.

"That was quick, waiting for someone?"

"Yes, actually I was."

" Who is she? Should I be jealous?"

" Well, she's gorgeous, beautiful eyes, a great body, and I won't even go into what this girl can do in bed."

" Looks like I might have to have a little talk with her, tell her to stay away from my girl."

" It's too late, I already am hopelessly in love with her."

" Laureth?"

"Yes?"

" I love you too, assuming I was the girl you were speaking of!"

" Of course silly!"

" I've missed you something awful. I've been in meetings with my dad, he's been trying to groom me into his replacement. Anyhow, do you think you could escape with me for the weekend?"

" Sure, where to?"

" Ever been to Las Vegas?"

" Not since I've been of age."

" Pack your stuff, we'll leave in an hour."

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Laureth slept most of the drive, Samantha holding her hand and occasionally kissing it as she drove. When they arrived at the hotel, Laureth was immediately taken aback by the large suite that they were staying in, especially when she saw the view of the Las Vegas strip from the window.

"Sam, this suite is bigger than my apartment! It's beautiful."

" And so are you."

Laureth wrapped her arms around Samantha's neck, bringing their lips together. Their tongues danced around one another , setting fire to both of them. Laureth broke the kiss.

" I'm hungry."

" Me too," Sam growled, her teeth nipping at Laureth's neck.

" As wonderful as that feels, I really need to eat. I'm starving."

"How about we get changed and go out and get something?"

" Sounds good, what did you have in mind?"

" Let's go to the Hard Rock Casino, I think you'll enjoy it. It's a much younger crowd than a lot of the other places."

"Cool, let's hurry."

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The women decided to take a taxi to the casino, Samantha not wanting to have to deal with the Vegas traffic. Though Samantha tried to give the driver money, Laureth insisted on paying the fare. It was a simple act that charmed Samantha. Having money had always attracted the wrong kind of people to her, and her kindness allowed these people to take advantage of her. She had given out loans, bought people cars, and yet none of these people ever offered to pick up the check at resteraunts, much less pay a cab fare. It warmed her heart to know that Laureth was different, and her love for her was growing by the minute.

They walked around the casino, the circular walkway filled with slot machines with the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Sid Vicious on them. Laureth loved the rock and roll atmosphere of the place, and she tugged on Samantha's sleeve when she spotted a place to eat.

During the meal, Samantha was once again shocked by Laureth's appetite. She not only ate her plate, but half of Samantha's, then she devoured dessert.

"How on earth do you eat like that and stay so thin?"

" I work out, though I haven't been able to much since we got together."

" I think we get a pretty good workout anyhow."

A blush rose from Laureth's neck to her face.

" You're so cute when you blush."

Laureth giggled, then stuck her tongue out.

" Save that for later."

"Alright,but what should we do now?"

" I like to play blackjack. What do you want to do?"

" I think I'll try those Elvis slots I saw."

" Here, take this."

" I don't need your money Sam."

" Take it, play whatever you want. If you win, we can discuss repayment," a crooked grin spread across her lips.

Laureth reached up and planted a kiss on Samantha's lips. " Okay, I'll take it. Good luck Sam."

" I'll come and find you in awhile. Good Luck."

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After a few hands at blackjack, Samantha had turned her hundred dollars into six hundred. She decided it was best to leave the table while she was ahead, and wandered off to the roulette table. Thinking she was on a lucky streak, she placed six hundred dollar bills on black. The little ball spun on the circular wheel..... finally landing on black 26. Samantha couldn't surpress the grin on her face, she was never lucky like this. She promptly took her $1200 and set out to find Laureth.

"Come on..three 7's..three 7's..."

"I take it things aren't going too well?," Samantha playfully ruffled Laureth's hair.

" Nope, not too good. I think I'm ready to move on."

" Alright, oh, before I forget, here you go."

"Samantha why are you giving me all of this money?"

" I won it, I guess you're my lucky charm."

"I can't take this."

" I insist that you do."

" Why?"

"Laureth, it's not like I need it. It was a game, I had a bit of luck, and now I want to give it to you. Play with it, do whatever you want, just take it."

"Are you sure?"

" Positive."

"You're so good to me Sam," she said as she threw her arms around the taller woman's neck,"Now let's go."

The women casino hopped for a few more hours before Samantha had to physically remove Laureth from one of the machines.

"I am exhausted baby, it's 3 in the morning."

" But I'm hungry again."

"You can order room service."

"Oh....alrigghhhhtt."

Back at the hotel, Laureth polished off bacon,eggs,hash browns,fruit, and hot tea. Samantha struggled to stay awake, but she could hold her eyelids open no longer. After finishing her meal, Laureth kissed her sleeping lover and followed suit.

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Paul was irritated by the incessant ringing of his cell phone. He pushed the sleeping blonde away from his side as he reached to answer it.

"Yea?"

" It's Dave."

"Have you been following her?"

"Of course, and you'll never guess what I've come up with."

" Just tell me."

" It seems like you and your fiance have quite a way with the ladies."

"What?!"

" Samantha has been staying at an apartment with a cute little blonde. At first I thought they were just friends, but seeing them hugging and kissing all over each other has proved otherwise."

"Where are they?"

"A very expensive suite in Las Vegas."

"Do you have pictures of them together?"

"Yes."

"Get back here."

Paul hung up and began to tremble with anger. 'No wonder you don't want anything to do with me, Samantha. You're sadly mistaken if you think I'm going to let you fuck me over for some pussy. Let's see what you have to say for yourself when I show you those pictures, pictures I'm sure you don't want daddy to see. How much is it worth to you to keep your little secret?'

TO BE CONTINUED......