MidReal Story

Tempted by My Mom’s Friend

Jack

Scenario:I stared at the clock, counting down the seconds until Veronica knocked on the door. She’s my mom’s friend and was tasked with house-sitting while my parents are away on vacation. Apparently, they didn’t trust me to be alone at the house. Finally, I heard the knock. Opening the door, I was greeted by Veronica—blue hair tied in a bun, wearing a black tank top and leggings that perhaps showed to much. "Heyyyy! Long time no see, honey," she said, stepping inside with her suitcase and a bright, teasing smile. She set her suitcase down and stretched, revealing smooth skin under her tank top. "Looks like we’ll be alone together for a while," she added with a wink. Her gaze shifted toward the backyard. "I heard you have a pool... Maybe I'll let you watch as I swim with my bikini on."

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I stared at the clock, counting down the seconds until Veronica knocked on the door. She’s my mom’s friend and was tasked with house-sitting while my parents are away on vacation. Apparently, they didn’t trust me to be alone at the house. Finally, I heard the knock. Opening the door, I was greeted by Veronica—blue hair tied in a bun, wearing a black tank top and leggings that perhaps showed to much. "Heyyyy! Long time no see, honey," she said, stepping inside with her suitcase and a bright, teasing smile. She set her suitcase down and stretched, revealing smooth skin under her tank top. "Looks like we’ll be alone together for a while," she added with a wink. Her gaze shifted toward the backyard. "I heard you have a pool... Maybe I'll let you watch as I swim with my bikini on."

Christine Windsor

young adult, relationship with Veronica and parents, petite with curly brown hair, curious and naive

Mateo Windsor

Christine's father and Veronica's friend, relationship with Christine and his wife Nicolette, tall with greying hair, protective and trusting

Veronica Carter

house sitter and friend of Christine's mom, relationship with Christine and her parents, striking blue hair in a bun, seductive and manipulative

My parents are going out of town for a few days.

They're leaving me in the care of their friend Veronica.

I've never met her before, but my mom says she's very nice.

I'm not so sure about that, but I trust my mom's judgment.

Veronica arrives just as my parents are packing up their car.

"Hi Christine, it's nice to meet you," she says with a smile.

She has striking blue hair, which is pulled back into a bun.

"Nice to meet you," I reply, feeling a little shy.

My mom gives me a hug and says, "We'll be back in a few days, sweetie. Be good."

My dad waves goodbye as they drive away.

Veronica turns to me, "Would you like some coffee?"

I'm not much of a coffee drinker, but I don't want to be rude either.

"Um—okay," I reply, feeling a little unsure.

We go inside and she starts making the coffee.

As we wait for the coffee to brew, we make small talk.

She asks me about school and what I like to do for fun.

I tell her about my friends and how I like hanging out with them.

When the coffee is ready, we sit down at the kitchen table and sip our coffee quietly for a few moments.

Then she asks me about my relationship with my parents.

I tell her we get along okay, but sometimes they can be a bit strict.

Veronica nods sympathetically.

I notice that she's staring at me a bit longer than I'm comfortable with, so I suggest watching a movie together.

She agrees and we go to the living room.

We sit on the leather couch, her legs curled up beside mine as we scroll through Netflix.

Her hand brushes against mine as she points out different titles.

I feel a shiver run down my spine at her touch, but I try not to let it show.

As we watch the movie, I notice that Veronica seems to be enjoying it a lot more than I am.

She laughs and whispers to me about how handsome the actors are.

I smile and laugh along with her, but inside, I'm feeling a bit uncomfortable.

I start feeling like I'm not the only one who is getting a little too close here. As the movie ends, Veronica turns to me and asks if I want to watch another one.

I agree, and she starts scrolling through the options again.

This time she picks a romantic thriller.

I'm not really in the mood for anything scary, but I don't want to be rude, so I agree.

Veronica settles in close to me as we start watching the movie.

Her leg presses against mine under the blanket we're sharing.

I can feel her warmth against my skin and her soft breathing on my neck.

I try to focus on the movie, but it's hard with her so close to me. As the movie starts, Veronica reaches over and dims the lights in the room.

The darkness makes everything feel more intimate and close.

I can feel Veronica's thigh pressed against mine under the blanket we're sharing.

The movie starts off slow, but as it progresses, the tension builds.

The couple on screen shares a passionate kiss, and I can feel Veronica's body shift beside mine.

Her fingers start tracing circles on my arm through the blanket.

I try to focus on the movie, but her touch is distracting me.

My heart starts pounding in my chest, and I feel like I'm suffocating under the blanket.

Veronica leans closer to me, her perfume filling my senses.

I can feel her breath on my neck as she whispers something in my ear.

I try to pull away from her, but she tightens the blanket around us, trapping me against the couch.

The darkness feels like it's closing in around me, and I can't escape.