I was sitting in my office, and somehow my mind turned to Lillian Nottingham. Lillian Nottingham and Cynthia Crenshaw were cut from the same cloth. Money. I met Lillian only briefly at Cynthia’s, but it was obvious, neither of them wanted anything, and got whatever they wanted. At least I knew where I stood with Cynthia. I wouldn’t mind having the same “understanding” with Lillian. Cynthia’s “desktop” and Lillian’s “laptop” could become interesting.
I called the Sheriff’s office to tell him I had his security system ready to install. I like this guy. He owns the town but doesn’t show it. He is a smooth operator. If you are on his good side, the law has some flexibility. Also, he loves his sister, Cynthia.
“Sheriff, Tom Oster. When does your office close so I can install the software for you?”
“Hey, Tom. The office doesn’t close, “officially”, but whoever is scheduled for patrol is out of the office, and I’m on my way home by five or five-thirty. Do you need the system shut down?”
“Yes, shutting the system down ensures a more accurate installation. It would only be for about fifteen to twenty minutes max.”
“Ted Miller is on tonight. I’ll tell him to use his cell for communications between five and six this evening. That should give you plenty of time.”
“Perfect. I’ll call you when the installation is finished. If anyone has questions, give me a call.”
It was just five-thirty when I had finished and was leaving the cop shop. I call the Sheriff to tell him at 0800 tomorrow, the system will need to be logged on. He will know who is using the system.
I had just walked out and was heading up the street heading home when a horn gave a short beep. It was Lillian slowing down alongside me.
“Hey Tom, where are you heading? I haven’t eaten yet. Can I talk you into a burger, fries, and beer at Glen’s Grill? The beer is the coldest in town. It will be my treat.”
“I am hungry, sounds good to me, but if I may Mrs. Nottingham, I will buy our dinner. I very much appreciate your offer, though.
When we arrived, there were only three other cars in the lot. Very unusual, so finding a quiet booth in a corner spot wasn’t difficult. The waiter brought our drinks, my beer, and her wine, and left the menu. The food smelled delicious, and Lillian was right, the beer was ice cold.
We were just having small talk and laughing. She was telling me about how nice the town has been. I also noticed her dexterity. When she thought I was watching her put the wine to her lips, she would open a button on her blouse. On the second unbuttoning, she saw I watched her open the button, not her drinking the wine. She looked at me and blushed.
“Is the wine to your satisfaction? I think I may be enjoying it more than you. Especially the way your lips curve to the glass. How they purse as you sip your wine. You enjoy savoring things in life. Am I right
“You seem to be very intuitive Tim Ouster. Intuitive, intelligent, and handsome. The trifecta in a man if there ever was one. You are making what was a very boring evening into an unforgettable encounter. Do you have any hobbies?
“Yes, if you consider a walk in a park and taking in the sights over a cup of coffee a hobby. I used to fish but somehow lost interest. I guess my work gets a bit intricate, and I love it, I need time just to sit and rest my mind. Even on a rainy day, I may just sit in the car and enjoy the surroundings and my coffee.”
Tim was luring Lillian into a sensual mode, but not deliberately. He was only conversing; she was becoming aroused. She was looking at him with a desire in her mind. But how to get him into her bed? She did not know him that well.
Tim ordered another round of drinks, and they continued their conversation. Tim asked about her hobbies. She was a bit of a collector of small cups and saucers and other dainty objects. This was pure Lillian. She was as dainty as her hobby. The drinks were finished, and Tim suggested a drive to the park and enjoying the scenery. It was nearing dusk, a Tim enjoyed it most because the shadows began to act as though they were lurking behind the trees. Lillian thought it to be a wonderful idea. They got into his car and drove the short distance to the park.