So it was, just about two hours before the countdown to a new year, when Felina, Serena, Xavier and Norman found themselves at a small crowded 'American' bar as a song by Steely Dan was playing on the jukebox, the air was thick with cigarette smoke, loud voices and laughter. Norman had not smoked all night and he could no longer resist the temptation of his nicotine addiction that is when he pulled out his box of Marlboro Reds from the pocket of his coat and lit one up, just as Xavier and Felina returned from the bar with martinis. Finding nowhere to sit Felina spied a small group of attractive men sitting at a table that had four empty chairs so she sashayed over to their group, and through her flirtations and exotic charm Felina was able to secure a seat at the table for the members of her party. The five men were delighted to have the two young beautiful Latina women sitting beside them, as for Xavier and Norman, they were not too pleased, however the young men would tolerate the presence of them, just to enjoy the company of the fine young girls.
Introductions were made and everyone struck up some sort of conversation. Soon the subject turned to music. Felina went on extolling the virtues of Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Rainbow, Blue Oyster Cult, AC- DC, Iron Maiden etc.. as Serena said to Sean, a 22 year old, business graduate from King's College, "I really enjoy that Australian band, Blondie."
"No they're not from Australia." Norman said "I think they're from California."
"No you're both wrong they hail from Manhattan." Sean informed them as he had a serious crush on Debbie Harry. "Did ya' know she was a Playboy Bunny at one of Hef's clubs?" he added.
"Really?" Serena smiled and moved closer to Sean and whispered in his ear saying "Do you think I would make a good Playboy Bunny?" she purred.
"You would be the most beautiful Bunny of them all." her new friend responded as he gave her squeeze on the knee. Now her brother, Xavier, saw this and was none too pleased. However, Xavier was more concerned with the close friendship Felina and Norman were creating for he had sensed a great sexual tension between the pair all night. Now this worried Xavier for he had lost many friends because of his amorous sister whose appetite for sex would make Caligula blush.
Xavier later made mention of this to Norman when they went into the bathroom. "Listen I have a long list of friends I no longer associate with because of my sister Felina and..," he paused looking at Norman in the mirror as he washed his hands "I do not wish to put you on that list."
Norman's eyes grew wide and he stood up straight and looking down into Xavier's eyes he said in all seriousness "Listen mate, you are like the brother I never got to have, and your sister's, are like my sister's, if I had any. And I will do what ever it takes to protect them and keep them safe, because I respect you and your entire family, just as you showed me great respect for my mother and myself. My whole life has changed because I met you, because you helped me, and I would never do anything to jeopardize this friendship." Norman said with a smile and this did Xavier's heart good to hear.
"Thank you my friend." Xavier replied and the two men laughed a little gave each other a brief hug then they went back out across the crowded, noisy, smoke filled bar where they found Felina sitting on the lap of Sean's brother, Samuel. "Boys!" Felina said smiling brightly "Sammy and Sean have invited us back to their family home in Shepherd's Bush for a New Year's Eve party!" she said with much elation for Felina did not wish to see in the new year at the hotel. Felina was always game for a little new adventure "Norman, be a dear and fetch our driver."
"Are you sure?" Xavier said giving his sister a disapproving look.
"I am!" she said proudly as Felina laughed along with Serena, who was eager to go to the unexpected party with the handome rich boys.
"We will have so much fun Xavier! Come on everyone let's go!" the group of, now, nine people paid their tab and split up, Xavier and Norman insisted Felina and Serena traveled in the car with them, much to the protestations of Sean and Samuel who were hoping to make out with the girls on the car ride home, but their overprotective brother, Xavier put an end to that idea.
Norman was thrilled to be spending this night with the rich and beautiful people of his new world and Norman looked forward to what the new year would bring. He prayed for prosperity. So it was the small convoy of cars pulled up into the exclusive neighborhood of huge estates and gardens on that cold winter's night. The house of Sean and Samuel's family was all lit up with a bright glow from all the windows of the spectacular Georgian style, two story home. The party was well underway, as well dressed guests milled about inside the home; which was warm and inviting. Everyone was welcoming as Sean introduced his new found friends to his parents who were in their late fifties, smiling sweetly, each a little tipsy from all the champagne. Norman was impressed with the string quartet playing music next to one of the large, roaring fireplaces in the elegant home. Norman felt like he was in a palace and he gladly took a glass of bubbly from one of the tuxedo clad servants. Norman Pierce was in a word, Delighted. Xavier and Norman mingled cheerfully with crowd and Xavier asked for Norman's help keeping an eye on Serena, as she was still only sixteen years old and her brother did not want any letcherous jerk try to take advantage of her. Now as for Felina, she was twenty four and Xavier knew well she could handle herself. Besides all that, Xavier did not know any of these people so he did not mind if Felina wished to break a few of their hearts tonight.
Introductions were made and everyone struck up some sort of conversation. Soon the subject turned to music. Felina went on extolling the virtues of Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Rainbow, Blue Oyster Cult, AC- DC, Iron Maiden etc.. as Serena said to Sean, a 22 year old, business graduate from King's College, "I really enjoy that Australian band, Blondie."
"No they're not from Australia." Norman said "I think they're from California."
"No you're both wrong they hail from Manhattan." Sean informed them as he had a serious crush on Debbie Harry. "Did ya' know she was a Playboy Bunny at one of Hef's clubs?" he added.
"Really?" Serena smiled and moved closer to Sean and whispered in his ear saying "Do you think I would make a good Playboy Bunny?" she purred.
"You would be the most beautiful Bunny of them all." her new friend responded as he gave her squeeze on the knee. Now her brother, Xavier, saw this and was none too pleased. However, Xavier was more concerned with the close friendship Felina and Norman were creating for he had sensed a great sexual tension between the pair all night. Now this worried Xavier for he had lost many friends because of his amorous sister whose appetite for sex would make Caligula blush.
Xavier later made mention of this to Norman when they went into the bathroom. "Listen I have a long list of friends I no longer associate with because of my sister Felina and..," he paused looking at Norman in the mirror as he washed his hands "I do not wish to put you on that list."
Norman's eyes grew wide and he stood up straight and looking down into Xavier's eyes he said in all seriousness "Listen mate, you are like the brother I never got to have, and your sister's, are like my sister's, if I had any. And I will do what ever it takes to protect them and keep them safe, because I respect you and your entire family, just as you showed me great respect for my mother and myself. My whole life has changed because I met you, because you helped me, and I would never do anything to jeopardize this friendship." Norman said with a smile and this did Xavier's heart good to hear.
"Thank you my friend." Xavier replied and the two men laughed a little gave each other a brief hug then they went back out across the crowded, noisy, smoke filled bar where they found Felina sitting on the lap of Sean's brother, Samuel. "Boys!" Felina said smiling brightly "Sammy and Sean have invited us back to their family home in Shepherd's Bush for a New Year's Eve party!" she said with much elation for Felina did not wish to see in the new year at the hotel. Felina was always game for a little new adventure "Norman, be a dear and fetch our driver."
"Are you sure?" Xavier said giving his sister a disapproving look.
"I am!" she said proudly as Felina laughed along with Serena, who was eager to go to the unexpected party with the handome rich boys.
"We will have so much fun Xavier! Come on everyone let's go!" the group of, now, nine people paid their tab and split up, Xavier and Norman insisted Felina and Serena traveled in the car with them, much to the protestations of Sean and Samuel who were hoping to make out with the girls on the car ride home, but their overprotective brother, Xavier put an end to that idea.
Norman was thrilled to be spending this night with the rich and beautiful people of his new world and Norman looked forward to what the new year would bring. He prayed for prosperity. So it was the small convoy of cars pulled up into the exclusive neighborhood of huge estates and gardens on that cold winter's night. The house of Sean and Samuel's family was all lit up with a bright glow from all the windows of the spectacular Georgian style, two story home. The party was well underway, as well dressed guests milled about inside the home; which was warm and inviting. Everyone was welcoming as Sean introduced his new found friends to his parents who were in their late fifties, smiling sweetly, each a little tipsy from all the champagne. Norman was impressed with the string quartet playing music next to one of the large, roaring fireplaces in the elegant home. Norman felt like he was in a palace and he gladly took a glass of bubbly from one of the tuxedo clad servants. Norman Pierce was in a word, Delighted. Xavier and Norman mingled cheerfully with crowd and Xavier asked for Norman's help keeping an eye on Serena, as she was still only sixteen years old and her brother did not want any letcherous jerk try to take advantage of her. Now as for Felina, she was twenty four and Xavier knew well she could handle herself. Besides all that, Xavier did not know any of these people so he did not mind if Felina wished to break a few of their hearts tonight.
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