The Love Cruise.

Chapter 6

Ethan knocked on their door, signaling them he was ready. A few seconds later Gina appeared. She was dressed in a black cocktail dress and look absolutely amazing. So many men were going to have their tongues hanging out because of her. She greeted Ethan with a kiss on the cheek. Then Heather appeared. She had on a cream colored pencil skirt, with a matching blouse that made her look angelic to Ethan. She also had on cream colored pumps and her legs were to die for. Ethan, to his credit, was wearing a dark blue suit, with a white shirt and blood red tie.

"You ladies look absolutely beautiful this evening, making sure they both got the same compliment. But he was awestruck at the beauty that Heather had. Heather and Gina both thanked him and Gina said, "Well Mr. Hunk, you clean it up very nicely yourself." Ethan just said thanks and turned a few shades red. He was not used to getting compliments from women of late. And Heather, not to be outdone by her friend, kissed his cheek and thanked him.

At the party, they mingled with other guests and chatted a little. Gina had found John there, so she cozied up with him and left Ethan and Heather to themselves. Even though they had just met the day before, they felt comfortable with each other and stayed close to one another. Probably to everyone else there, they were viewed as a couple, and both liked the idea of that. In fact, the ships photographer spotted them and took their picture, saying what an adorable couple they were.

At dinner though, it was just Heather and Ethan. This was a good time for them to really get to know one another. She was amazed by all the work he put into his company to make it a success, but asked him if he marketed his company with someone. He said no, but he should. It's mostly small ad's on the internet and word of mouth. Heather then offered to whip him up a web page. He said that sounded like a great idea. Both were thinking the same thing, to stay in touch after the cruise was over.

Throughout dinner, they talked, laughed, told stories, even embarrassing one's about each other, when growing up. The talk flowed so smoothly for them, like they have known each other for years. He even told her about his sister, who was supposed to be on this trip. Heather asked then, how he felt about same sex relationships. Ethan answered truthfully that it did not bother him in the least, as long as they make each other happy, even if it was just for the sex part. Heather immediately thought of her tryst with Gina earlier, knowing it was just for the sex and relief that an orgasm could bring, but it also told her that this man was open minded.

They then enjoyed the comedy show, and found it quite entertaining. Ethan found himself looking at Heather as she laughed. She has dimples and her eyes scrunch up some when she laughs, and found that very adorable and even enhanced her beauty more. Ethan felt she was at ease with him and not stiff, like a first date might be, if this was a first date. He too felt great just being with her.

Then he thought of a promise that Tammy made him agree too, "Ethan, you are to find someone, and be happy. We were happy together and I don't want you brooding the rest of your life because of me. Find that person and give them everything you gave me. I'll always be in your heart, my love, I promise you that. Please promise me you will do this one last request for me?" which Ethan did agree too, even though he knew it would be hard for him.

Tammy was only the second woman he had been with. The first was a neighbor girl he had grown up with. She and Ethan had always been good friends and one night it led to sex between them, but they both admitted, afterwards, they shouldn't have done it because they both were so different in what they wanted in a relationship. Tammy was really the only girl he loved and made love too. Tammy was not a virgin either, when they met in school. She lost her virginity in her sophomore year to the guy she was dating, but he cheated on her, so she ended it. Then met Ethan in their senior year and from that point on, they were a couple.