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about your kids.”
    “My daughters are grown and on their own.”
    “I find that hard to believe.” Jonathan shook his head while he lowered his gaze to her chest. “You’re so young and attractive. How can you have grown children?”
    Gwen chuckled. “I don’t know where the time went, but they are in fact adults.”
    Susan surveyed Gwen’s body. “Sweetie, you are in great shape for a woman who’s had two babies. Your breasts are big and perky. You have great curves. I don’t know how any man can resist you.”
    Gwen couldn’t help but grin. “Thank you for the compliments. I appreciate them.” She picked up her drink then sipped it.
    Susan put her hand on Jonathan’s thigh. “Am I right? Isn’t she a stunning woman?”
    Jonathan finished his martini. “I couldn’t agree more. She is a beautiful woman.” He pushed the glass away from him.
    “Mmhmm.” Susan patted her husband’s thigh. “And I bet you’re a passionate lover. Am I right, Gwen?”
    She imbibed more of her wine as her cheeks warmed. Gwen wasn’t quite sure how to respond. She enjoyed hot, erotic sex as much as anyone, but she didn’t think now was the time to discuss such matters.
    Jonathan kissed his wife’s cheek. “Of course she is, love. She has that spark in her eyes and special sway of her hips when she walks. She’s a woman who knows what she wants and enjoys it thoroughly.”
    Gwen stared at the two. Such openness and questions from a couple seemed unusual.
    Susan pushed strands of Gwen’s hair over her shoulder. As Susan brought her hand down Gwen’s arm, she eyed Gwen’s chest.
    “My friend, Jacqueline, in Paris had large breasts, but they weren’t as big as yours. They were fun to play with, nonetheless. She was a delight to be with, as was her husband.”
    Gwen couldn’t veer her eyes away from Susan. At first, she wondered if she’d misheard her.
    Jonathan put his arm around his wife and leaned closer. “Do you enjoy sex, Gwen?”
    She blinked. “What?” She couldn’t believe what she’d heard.
    “Do you enjoy sex?” he asked.
    “Well, yes.” She met Susan’s gaze. Confusion plagued her. Why would he ask such a question in front of his wife? Why would Susan mention she’d played with another woman’s tits? How could they continue drinking so casually while discussing such a subject?
    Susan tapped Gwen’s hand. “I’m sorry if we seem too forward. But we’re here for just a few days and we’d very much enjoy the company of another woman.”
    “I’m sorry, but I don’t understand.” Gwen looked from Susan to Jonathan as she attempted to determine the meaning behind their words.
    Susan took a drink of her wine then set the glass on the counter. “My husband and I have a somewhat open marriage. We enjoy sex with multiple partners. Together.”
    Gwen stared at her, speechless. They appeared to be a normal, attractive couple. They dressed nice and were friendly. They had manners. The idea of them having sex with other people seemed ludicrous. Yet, there she was, sitting with them and Susan admitted they did.
    “I hope you don’t mind, but I find you very attractive,” Susan said. “Jonathan does too. We’d like to invite you to spend some time with us.”
    “If you’re not interested, we understand. But if you are, we can make your time with us very pleasurable.” Jonathan raised his arm and gestured for the bartender.
    “Very,” Susan added then placed her hand on Gwen’s.
    Gwen sat quietly while Jonathan ordered another drink and Susan sipped hers. They were clearly comfortable with their open lifestyle.
    Gwen waited until the server delivered more liquor to Jonathan then left to serve another patron at the bar. “Is that your secret to a lasting marriage?”
    Susan nodded. “It’s definitely kept the relationship lively and fun.”
    Jonathan lifted his glass. “Does our openness bother you?”
    “No, not at all,” Gwen said. “I just haven’t met a couple like you before.