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had started to get excited and hoped that maybe they would be intimate that night.
    “We just arrived. Besides, we haven’t had dinner yet. That’s why we’re here, right?” questioned Ken.
    “Of course, Ken. I’m really hungry! I was only teasing you,” replied Susan.
    During dinner Susan acted as if she was only interested in being his friend. She asked for details about Monica and Marci. She complimented him on his level of commitment to his family. She then began describing a former relationship she had with another married man.
    Ken started feeling uncomfortable and guilty. “It’s getting late and I really need to be going. I have to get up early,” he said.
    She sensed that he was nervous so she gently put her hand on top of his. “I’m glad you agreed to have dinner with me, Ken,” she whispered.
    Ken gently eased his hand from under hers. “No problem,” he replied, relieved the awkward moment had passed.
    When the bill arrived, Ken paid for their meals and they walked out together. He told Susan goodbye and they both went their separate ways.
    When Ken arrived home, he could not get Susan out of his mind. She was not as beautiful as his wife, but there was something that drew him to her. Perhaps it was her boldness or her apparent sensuality. Whatever it was, he found himself in a place he knew was dangerous and he realized he couldn’t let it go any further.

     
    As weeks and months passed, Ken made a point to be home by dinnertime so he could spend more time with his family. He stopped calling Susan and returning her calls. She eventually stopped calling. He was somewhat relieved. Part of him continued to wonder what might have happened that night and how wonderful sex with Susan might have been. He decided to ignore the part of him that wanted to contact her and see her again.
    Three months had passed and Ken felt like his old self once more. He began spending more time with Monica and Marci. He and Monica continued to play their naughty games together whenever they found the time.
    One evening Jake was having a party for his clients and invited all of his colleagues to attend. Monica and Ken had planned on going but Marci became ill and Monica insisted that Ken go without her. He promised he would be home within a few hours to help her with Marci.
    There were many clients there and Ken and his friends were having a good time when someone tapped him on the shoulder.
    “Hello, stranger,” said Susan.
    When he turned around he was surprised to see Susan standing there, looking just as desirable as he remembered.
    Before he could respond to her, Jake turned around.
    “Hey Susan, you look great! Guys, do you remember Susan from the night at the bar? I’ve been helping her with her investments,” said Jake after kissing her gently on the cheek.
    Ken and some of the others who remembered her smiled and said hello. Ken could not take his eyes off her. She was looking extra beautiful.
    Of course he was taken aback when Jake said he had been working with her. He knew how Jake loved the ladies and he wondered if Jake and Susan had been involved sexually.
    Susan and Ken managed to get alone to talk.
    “So Ken, how have you been?” Susan asked.
    “I’ve been okay. How about you?” Ken replied, nervously finishing his drink.
    “Things have been good for me. I’ve made lots of money working with Jake. How is your family? I hope everyone is doing well,” she said.
    “Everyone is fine. Are you seeing anyone steady? Not that I’m trying to get into your business or anything. I’m sure someone as beautiful as you has a man,” said Ken with a smile.
    “As a matter of fact, I am seeing someone.”
    “Good for you. I’m sure he didn’t let you come here without him so where is he?” Ken joked as he looked around the room.
    “He wanted to come but I didn’t bring him because I was hoping you would be here alone. I had hoped that if you were here we could sneak away and talk,” she