Made with love

Part two

Damn it I overslept! It's 9.30 and I still need to shower and dress. I always sleep deeply when I finish a piece. I must have slept right through my alarm. I drop Callie a quick text, letting her know I'll be late and jump in the shower. Me "Fuck!" The water's cold, but soon warms up and sooths my still aching body. I quickly towel off and get dressed. I glance at myself in the mirror and tie my long brown hair into a messy bun. No need for make up, it's only coffee with Callie. Not that I usually make much of an effort anyway.  Only for my shows, my agent insists I look 'Presentable'.

I pull into the coffee shop parking lot at 10.15. Not bad if I say so myself. I rush towards the door, seeing Callie sat by the window. I raise my hand to wave at her and head inside. C "Excuse me, do you have a late pass?" I slide onto the chair opposite her. Me "Sorry miss, I overslept." She's trying hard not to smile so I know I'm forgiven. C "I got you a grande, I figured you'd need it." I wrap my hands around the steaming cup of black gold and take a huge gulp. Me "Mmm sweet necter. Thanks babe"

We sit chatting and laughing, enjoying our coffee and blueberry muffins. I'm starving so mine goes down quickly. Callie goes to pee, so I take the opportunity to check my messages. There's just one from my agent, asking about the possibility of me having my new piece ready for next week's show. 'But no pressure Leigh.' She says. Me "Yeah, no pressure." I say under my breath. There's also one from my mom. 'Just wanted to say Hi.' I'll call her back later...I will...maybe.

C "Eye candy 10 o'clock." Callie sits back down and indicates behind her. I look up to see a well built guy in tatty jeans and a black tee, stood at the counter. He's got tattoos down his arms and black shades on. Me "Yeah, he's ok I guess." I sound unimpressed. C "OK? Jesus girl, he's gorgeous! I think it's been that long since you've had a guy between those thighs, you've lost the ability to appreciate a fine specimen like that." Callie's all for equality amongst the sexes and substance over physical attraction, but sometimes she can be a bit of a perv. And that's part of the reason I love her.

I take another look, longer this time and I have to admit he is hot. I find myself staring at him, without really realising it. He turns from the counter and heads for the door. He sees us staring and smiles. Him "Ladies." My god that smile. I flash an awkward smile back and look down at my empty cup. Callie gives him a flirty smile and watches him leave. She bursts out laughing and I put my head into my hands. Me "Oh my God, I can't believe he saw us staring." C "Calm down, he probably took it as a compliment. Besides, it proves you're not totally dead down there." She nods to my lap so I throw my napkin at her in moch disgust, making us both laugh.