The Surrogate

With Christy's help, he was able to forget about Joyce over the next few days. Their lovemaking was sweet and passionate, she gave back as much as he gave her. The showers together were amazing, making it more so when she got down on her knees and pleasured him.

A week later she was tired so he made her stay in bed to rest. She was sitting up and watching him get dressed for work. She loved watching his naked body flexing as he put on his clothes, it got her so hot and bothered.

He saw out the corner of his eye that she was watching him, the way her eyes were scanning his body. Before putting on his shirt he walked over to the bed and made a pose, placing one hand behind his neck. "I was wondering if you'd like to do something tonight." He tried not to smile when he saw how she licked her lips and her chest moved rapidly up and down. It did him a world of good knowing that he could still excite a woman.

"What?" she asked, moving her eyes up to his face.

"I was asking you out on a date."

"A date?"

He chuckled. "Yes, a date. I thought we could go to a nice restaurant and then go to a club for some dancing."

"Do you think it's wise going out in public when you're going through a divorce?" Maybe you should wait a while before letting people know we're a couple."

"I've got nothing to hide, Joyce and I are separated so I'm free to move on. As far as I'm concerned we're as good as divorced." He sat down on the bed, grabbed her hand and placed it over his heart. "My heart belongs to you and I want everyone to know it."

She felt a tingling sensation flood her body when she felt his skin under her fingers. His chest was so toned, his skin soft to the touch that it got her hot and bothered. "Do you have to leave for work now?"

He knew that look and moving her hand he kissed it. As much as I would love to stay and make love to you I have an early appointment I can't be late for. So, how about that date?"

"I'd love to go out with you."

"Good, wear something sexy."

"I don't own anything sexy that will fit me right now."

"Call Gina and go shopping, she knows a lot of maternity shops. I'll leave you my credit card for you to use."

"I already have money, the money you gave me in advance. But I was going to give it back to you since our situation has changed. It wouldn't feel right keeping it."

"I want you to keep it, it's yours to do what you want. When I gave it to you it was an advance on our agreement, which you fulfilled. Now no more talk about giving it back, go shopping and enjoy yourself. I love you."

Luck was on her side when she called Gina who had no appointments that day and was delighted to go shopping with her. They stopped at a couple of shops but Christy couldn't decide what dress to buy.

"Cole told me to get something sexy, but I think since he's a doctor I should get one a bit more classy and sophisticated."

"There's nothing wrong with sexy, you can get one that is both. What about these ones?" she asked, pulling two from the rack. "Every man loves a woman in a black dress and these are both classy and sexy. Though this one is a bit sexier and shows off your legs. I think he would like this one best."

"I don't know, he said he was taking me to a place called Killen's."

Gina's eyes almost popped out of their sockets. "Killen's! Holy cow. That's one of the most expensive places to eat, very classy. I know someone who went there and paid over two thousand dollars for their meal, and that was just for two people." She placed the sexier dress back and held out the other one. "This one will be perfect for that place."

"I can't let him take me there, that's too much."

"Oh honey, you won't be able to change his mind. He wants to take you somewhere special, to show you how special you are to him. Just let him do this, it will make him happy. Now go try this dress on and let me see you in it."

After putting on the dress she stepped out from behind the curtain. Gina got to her feet and stood there with a big smile on her face.

"This is the perfect dress for tonight."

"I've never worn anything like this before. The material is so soft." She then looked at the price tag and let out a loud gasp. "Oh my God, this can't be the right price."

Gina took a look. "No it's right, it's from a very famous designer."

"It's way too much money. I'll try on some others."

"Christy, you like it don't you?"

"Yes, it's so gorgeous but cost too much just to wear a couple of times."

"Listen, tonight is a special night and you deserve to wear something really nice. Go on, treat yourself."

Christy took a look at herself in the mirror, she ran her hand over her stomach. It was a beautiful dress and she felt like a princess in it. She did want to look nice for Cole and he was taking her to the most expensive place around. So she decided to go ahead and buy it, telling herself it would be the last time she spent so much money on a dress.

Cole called the restaurant and booked a table by the window. The place he was taking Christy to was a place where you had to book a table a month ahead of time. But seeing that he was a doctor and had saved the owner's wife he was always given a table even at last-minute notice.

Abe walked into the office just as Cole was hanging up. "Well someone looks happy with themselves."

Smiling back he nodded his head. "I just booked a table at Killen's. I'm taking Christy there for dinner and then later to the club for some dancing."

"Boy, you're going all out."

"She's worth it, and it's time I took her out on a real date. I just wish this divorce would hurry up so that I could ask her to marry me."

"So what's going on with the divorce?"

"My lawyer called me and said that a date is being set up to meet with the judge. I still can't believe that she is accusing me of adultery."

"Neither can I, if anyone's been cheating it's her."

"Why do you say that?"

"Forget I said it."

"Abe, do you know something that I don't know? If you do I wish you would tell me."

"I really don't know anything, but you've got to wonder what she's doing when she's away. Just think about it, sometimes she's gone for weeks and hasn't given you sex in way over a year. Gina and I both suspect that she's been cheating on you, and probably right from the beginning."

"No, she wouldn't do that." Even though he was defending Joyce he really did wonder at times if she had been cheating on him. "There was one night she came home not too long ago, she was drunk and her hair and makeup were messed up. I guess I didn't want to see it. I wanted to believe that she felt the same way about cheating as I did. I have been such a fool all these years."

"Don't beat yourself up, at least now you're getting out of that marriage and you have found yourself the perfect woman."

He couldn't help but smile. "Yes, I have. Christy is the sweetest woman I have ever met. I know deep in my heart that she would never betray me."

Later that evening he changed and waited for her while she got dressed. He wanted to stay upstairs with her but she insisted that he go downstairs and have a drink, said she didn't want him to see her until she was ready. It felt like it was taking forever but when she appeared he knew it was worth the wait. She was wearing an elegant black dress, her hair was curled and flowed down past her shoulders.

"Wow, just wow," he said as he stared at her, his eyes traveled down and back up again.

She bit down on her bottom lip and a light shade of pink appeared on her cheeks. "I'm glad you like it, I wanted something that was suitable for where you're taking me. It was so expensive and I'm only going to be able to wear it for a short time. I should have got something cheaper, it was so foolish of me to spend so much money on one dress."

He went over and placed the palms of his hands against her cheeks. "Whatever it cost it was well worth it. You look absolutely stunning and I like how it shows off your baby bump."

She reached up and straightened his tie. "Thank you, and may I say that no matter what you wear you look absolutely gorgeous. I feel so lucky to be seen with you."

"Well now that we got it settled about what a gorgeous couple we are how about a kiss?"

When they arrived at the restaurant they were shown to their table. Once seated she looked around at all the customers. Everyone was elegantly dressed and the women all wore expensive jewelry.

"Never in my whole life would I ever have thought I'd be eating in a place like this. Even these chairs are so comfortable that I could see me falling asleep in."

He reached over and took her hand in his. "I hope you don't fall asleep yet. I still want to take you dancing afterwards. Now take a look at the menu and pick out whatever you want."

She picked up her menu. "Everything looks so good. I'm not sure what to pick so what would you recommend."

"They are well known for their steak. It's the best around and so tender, I think you might enjoy it."

She took a look at the different steaks and then when she saw the price she looked up at him with a shocked look on her face. "Cole, there's not one steak in here that's under $80, and that's not including potatoes or anything else."

"Hey, I don't want you looking at the price. I brought you here to treat you and for us to have a good time. Now don't worry about the cost and while you're deciding I'll order the souffle."

"You're ordering dessert now?"

"It takes a long time to make so it's a good idea if we order it ahead of time."

After the waiter took their order and walked away he took a hold of her hand once again. "I've been looking forward to this night all day."

"I love that you wanted to take me out, but I'm not a material girl. I would have been happy going out for a burger and fries."

"I know, and that's what I love about you. Just let me treat you tonight and enjoy yourself. No more looking at prices."

"Okay, but I warn you I am eating for two."

Not wanting to be sitting so far from her he got up and moved his chair so that he was sitting right beside her. He laid his hand on her leg and let her feed him some of her food. He even let her feed him some of her broccoli which he hated.

They were just finishing their souffle when a tall gentleman walked over to their table.

"Cole, what a nice surprise running into you here. Is Joyce with you?"

Cole removed his arm from around her shoulder and stood up and shook the other man's hand. "Dr. Smith. Joyce and I are no longer together and haven't been for quite some time now."

"I'm sorry to hear that." He looked over at Christy. "Are you going to introduce me to this young lady?"

"Yes, Carl I'd like you to meet Christie Grant, Christy this is Dr. Smith."

She took his hand and shook it.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, my dear. Oh, I see you are expecting. Might I be so bold as to ask how far along you are?"

"I'm almost six months pregnant."

"So how do you and Dr. Mason know each other?"

Before she could answer Cole did. "Christy and I are friends." He glanced over at her and could tell that she was upset with what he had said by calling her his friend.

"So is the father of your baby here dear?"

She was very upset and getting up she looked at Cole. "Excuse me, I need to use the lady's room."

He saw the tears in her eyes and knew that he had hurt her feelings, so grabbing her arm he stopped her from leaving.

"Carl, Christy is not only my friend, she is the mother of my child and the woman I love." From the look on Carl's face, he knew that the man thought he had cheated on Joyce. But he didn't give a damn what the man thought, what he cared about was how he had hurt her feelings and wanted to make things right.

"Well, I will leave you two alone to finish your meal."

When he was gone Cole turned to look at her. "Christy."

She held up her hand to stop him. "You don't have to say anything. I know you were embarrassed to admit that we were together."

Taking her arm he had her sit down and he sat beside her. "I am not embarrassed that we're together or to tell anyone that we are."

"You really hurt my feelings when you called me a friend. Are you absolutely sure you're not the slightest bit embarrassed about our situation?"

"Dr. Smith and his wife are looking at us so if I was embarrassed to be seen with you would I do this?" He then placed his hand behind her head and pulled her close and kissed her. It was a long and passionate kiss. Knowing that Mrs. Smith and Joyce were friends he didn't give a damn if she found out.

"You just kissed me in the restaurant full of people so now I'm the one embarrassed," she said with a smile on her face. "Are you still going to take me dancing as you promise?"

He stroked her cheek with the back of his fingers. "Yes, I am going to take you dancing."