Mandy pulled into the apartment parking lot. She got out and opened the passenger door to grab a dozen beer and a large pizza. She had gotten a dozen Iceberg and a works pizza without mushrooms. I hope Jake likes it she thought. Ever since she first saw him she was drawn to him. The way he looked and especially how he smelled, he smelled incredible. She had never wanted a guy to like her before, she never had to. Everyone liked her and wanted to help her and be her friend. Everything was easy, except school. She knew she was smart but just could not understand certain things. She had bluffed her way through with her smile and her looks, unlike Cindy who knew everything and had gotten straight A’s forever. She was so nervous about college. She did not know if she could do it!

Cindy was her big sister and she loved her. Cindy always had taken care of her when they were growing up, because mom and dad were working so much. Cindy intimidated her so much though, she was so smart and beautiful and she felt small next to her. She was so glad she was staying with her, because Cindy made her feel safe.

She knocked on Jake’s door but got no answer. She opened the door and walked in saying “Hi, Cindy, Jake?”

She looked around but saw no one, and heard the shower running. She walked over and peeked in through the door that was partly opened. She could see Jake in the shower and he looked incredible. His body looked perfect and ripped, and what a sexy ass. She started to breath hard and felt herself getting excited. What was wrong with her, guys had never affected her like this before? Maybe she should join him in the shower? The urge to do this was incredible, but she shook her head and backed away. The shower stopped and she ran back to the door and knocked on it again, then opened it faking that she was coming in.

“Hi.” She shouted. “Anybody here?”

Jake heard the knock and the shout. He grabbed a towel and put it around his waist and stepped out of the shower. He walked over to the door and looked out. Mandy was standing there with some beer and a pizza, she looked very beautiful and a little flushed.

“Hi.” He said with a smile. “Come on in. That pizza smells great. Give me a second to haul on some clothes. Where is Cindy?”

“I thought she would be here.” Answered Mandy, eyeing his almost naked body. “I will go look in our apartment. We will be back ASAP. Bye.”

With that Mandy ran out before Jake could reply.

That was funny, thought Jake. He walked over and picked up the beer and pizza. He walked into the small kitchen and opened the freezer. He took out 6 beers and put them in the freezer, then put the rest in the fridge. He liked cold beer and he hoped the girls did too. He put the pizza in the oven and turned it on low heat. He walked over and turned on his Bluetooth speaker and picked up his IPod. He connected it to the speaker and flicked on his rock playlist. He loved classic rock. He quickly ran into his bedroom and looked in his closet. He picked out a pair of jeans and a t-shirt. Both felt tighter on him. He pulled on a pair of socks and walked back into the small living area. He sat down to wait for the girls.

His phone rang. He picked it up and looked at the number. It did not look familiar. He flicked it and answered it.

“Hi.” Said Jake.

“Hi Jake, this is Laurie.” A voice said.

“Laurie, Laurie who?” he answered.

“Laurie Philpot, from Canadian Tire.” Answered Laurie.

Jake was confused. He barely knew her, why would she be calling him and how had she gotten his number?

“Hi Laurie.” Answered Jake. “How did you get my number?”

“I got it from your personnel files Jake.” Said Laurie blushing. “I am sorry to bother you maybe I should just hang up.” She felt silly phoning him, but she could not get him out of her mind since this morning. He will think I am a stalker.

“No Laurie.” Said Jake quickly. “It is nice to hear from you. And thanks again for your help this afternoon. I am glad you called. What can I do for you?”

“You are?” Answered Laurie with a smile. “I called to apologize for Brett’s actions. To make it up to you I wanted to take you out for dinner, my treat. I have an expense account, so really Brett is paying for it.” She closed her eyes waiting for his reply. Please say yes she thought.

This is strange, thought Jake.

“I think it is because you touched her.” Said Hal. “Say you are busy tonight but can get together tomorrow night. We can get some samples from her for me to test.”

“I am not going to dissect her!” Shouted Jake in his head.

“We do not need to dissect her.” Answered Hal. “I just need some body fluids, sweat, spit or anything like that. You can get some from the girls tonight as well. Then I can test to see if I can determine what is causing their reactions to you. I want to see if anything has changed in their physiology.”

“It sounds like fun Laurie.” Said Jake. “I am busy tonight but I am available tomorrow night. Where would you like to meet?”

“No Jake.” Said Laurie. “It is my treat so you can pick the restaurant.”

“Ok, how about Big’s on Freshwater Road?” asked Jake. “I can walk there from my apartment. That is if you do not mind pub food?”

“Actually I have never been there, but I am up for anything.” Answered Laurie. “I heard they have a penalty box, so if you do not behave yourself you may get put there.”

Jake laughed, was she flirting with him?

“Well that depends on the referee.” He answered back with a smile. “Some let a lot more body contact go.”

Laurie blushed and felt excited, just his voice and the innuendo was getting her excited. She had hoped to see him tonight. Her attraction had been growing since they had met this morning, she had never felt this way before.

“Are you sure you are busy tonight?” She asked. “There might be less chance of a penalty tonight.” She felt like a tramp but was willing to take the risk. She had never thrown herself at a guy before and did not know why she wanted Jake so badly.

“Ahh, I have people coming over now.” Answered Jake. “I am not sure how long they will be here. How late is too late for you?”

“Anytime is good for me.” She answered quickly and blushed. She felt so excited and silently begged him to say yes.

“I will phone you when they leave, Ok?” answered Jake.

“I cannot wait.” Answered Laurie. “See you later?”

“I cannot wait either.” Answered Jake. “Later.” With that he hung up and sat back on the couch.

“We had better figure this out Hal.” Thought Jake. “She sounded pretty desperate. If this is an example I will not be able to go out in public. Guys and girls attacking me for different reasons.”

“Lets get through the next two days.” Answered Hal. “Then you can come back to the ship and we can try and find answers. Just sit back and relax. Jake leaned back into the chair and listened to his playlist.