The Erotic Artiste

CHAPTER 30

On that splendid Sunday morning, bathed in the warm and radiant glow of the sun, the lush expanse of land exclusive to the affluent members of a private country club provided a serene sanctuary for the elite of society. Here, they gathered to partake in the leisurely pursuit of golf, finding rest from the demands of their busy workweeks.

Akeno and Andréas, lifelong companions bonded by their shared love for the game, often met at this idyllic setting to engage in friendly competition and relax amidst the beautiful surroundings. Andréas, the charismatic lawyer, watched with admiration as his dear friend Akeno skillfully wielded his golf club, sending the ball soaring towards the distant flagstick in a display of his impressive skill on the course.

"Bravo! A truly splendid shot," Andréas exclaimed, his admiration evident. "But I can surely do better." he added playfully, eliciting a light-hearted scoff from Akeno.

"Let's see if you can top that," Akeno retorted with a chuckle as they made their way to the next hole by boarding and driving their golf cart, their diligent caddies following closely behind with their golf equipment in tow.

As they drove through the velvety green grass, Akeno took a moment to congratulate his friend and legal counsel on his recent acquisition. "Congratulations on securing all those minor firms," he remarked warmly.

"Thank you," Andréas replied with a smile.

Curious, Akeno inquired, "Was it challenging to let go of some of their employees?"

"Not really. And you won't believe who I ran into during the process," Andréas interjected, capturing Akeno's full attention.

"An old flame or ex, perhaps?" Akeno teased with a little laugh.

"Highly unlikely. My exes wouldn't exactly fit the bill for a legal profession. They aren't smart enough," Andréas bantered back, prompting a shared chuckle between the friends.

"Fair point. I remember you have a preference for the dumb and materialistic ones, full of silicone."

"Don't judge," Andréas interjected and they shared another chuckle.

"So, who's the mystery person?" Akeno probed further.

"It's none other than your girl's friend, Imani," Andréas revealed, causing Akeno to react with surprise.

"Imani Henshaw?" Akeno exclaimed in disbelief.

"Yes, indeed," Andréas confirmed.

"Such a coincidence. What are the chances of her joining your legal team of reputable lawyers?" Akeno pondered, momentarily taken aback by the unexpected revelation.

"She's not actually a lawyer," Andréas disclosed, leaving Akeno momentarily speechless.

"Excuse me?" Akeno responded in disbelief.

"She works as a paralegal and tried to keep that under wraps when I visited the firm. She hid from me," Andréas explained in amusement.

Akeno chuckled in disbelief. "Oh shit. Isn't that a breach of legal ethics?"

"Indeed, it is. It is illegal to pose as a lawyer if you are not licensed to practice law. Impersonating a lawyer can lead to serious legal consequences as practicing law without a license is a criminal offense," Andréas affirmed.

"Well, well," Akeno chuckled. "So, did you fire her for this deception?"

"Not quite. I've heard she excels as a paralegal and shows promise for a successful legal career. I've chosen to keep her on board," Andréas revealed.

Akeno gave his friend an unconvinced look, leading to more laughter from Andréas.

"What's on your mind, Aki?" He inquired.