"Hello and welcome to Dream Burgers! What would you like?" I ask as I press my Bluetooth device against my ear.
"I would like two Big Dreamy Burgers and a cappuccino please," a female voice in response.
"What else could there be?" I inquired.
That would be all.
Your order will total seven dollars and twenty-five cents; please pay at the window when ready." Thank you.
Cars pull up near the drive-thru window, and I receive her credit card to complete payment.
Once I complete a transaction, I politely bid farewell and hope no other cars come by, though in truth I prefer serving customers outside rather than behind a counter inside a restaurant. After I adjust my cap with Dream Burgers written across it and sit back down on a bench I sigh heavily - I am exhausted!
There's still one hour until my shift ends, yet I'm impatiently counting down. A sensor alerts me of an arrival in the drive-thru area and I curse to myself inwardly.
Stop coming here just for food, people!
Welcome to Dream Burgers. What would you like for lunch today?"
"I would like to order Raquel as takeout. ", someone says before clearing their throat.
"Pass to the next window, ma'am," I announce with a wide smile. Within moments, Dani appears at my window with perfect hair and cute sunglasses on.
"I can't believe you are spending the rest of the summer here!"
"You know I need work, so what are you doing here?"
"I've come to kidnap you."
"I still have an hour until my departure time.
Dani smiles sweetly: "Do you understand what kidnapping entails - involuntary kidnapping that cannot be rejected by you? There is no right for refusal here."
"I can't leave."
I was about to speak when I felt someone behind me; Gabriel is there, looking on. His reddish hair spills out from beneath his cap as he stares back at Dani with wide eyes.
My attention turns back to my best friend. "What's going on?" I inquired.
Gabriel will cover your remaining hour.
My eyes flash between Gabriel and Dani as my mind asks the same question, "Why would he do such a thing?"
"We do things for each other," Dani states with an air of resignation. "Don't we, Gabo?"
I looked shocked. "Yes," he confirms.
"Sounds great!" Dani smiles broadly at me. "Get your stuff together, and I'll wait in the parking lot; we must leave soon!"
"But..." I protest weakly, to no avail. A few minutes later, I jump into Dani's car clutching my small backpack - she busted me out! I can't believe she did that for me!
"You know, I think you're supercool," she claims.
"Gabriel? Really? I thought redheads weren't your cup of tea."
"Ed Sheeran changed my thinking."
What have you done?"
"I promised to accept an invitation to go out.
"No one should rely on their looks alone to navigate life.
"Of course I can." I replied. "But where are we headed?" I inquired.
"Of course."
My eyes widen as Dani announces her favorite club for Friday nights: Insomnia is known for being the place for young adults aged 21+ to go dancing, yet somehow this has completely passed my notice despite me only being eighteen at that time! I had never been there because there's an age restriction preventing entrance - she seems completely forgetful that this fact exists!
"Let me remind you, I'm eighteen, and you shouldn't expect me to come smelling of French Fries or looking like this, do you?"
"Firstly, I am eighteen too and two, you will change at my home."
"Can I borrow one of those dresses where the design reveals my soul?" No thanks; I won't need it.
Dani can't stop laughing as Raquel makes an impassioned plea that it is okay for her knees to show.
Dani says: "To provide additional context, in certain parts of the world it may be. We do not exist everywhere on earth."
"Green!" I say when the traffic light turns green; Dani tends to become distracted while driving.
"Take it easy. There are only two weeks left of summer left, and all that work you have done has done nothing but exhaust you. Relax."
"Okay, but I won't spend a dime."
"That isn't a problem."
Of course, I will get you anything what you want.
Dani slides her shades onto her head and winks at me. "Oh yes. Thanks," I replied.
Now she parked one house away and said it was time for beauty. "Time to make this world beautiful."
Once we arrive, I saw Dani walk away from her front door and toward her bedroom window. "Dani?" I asked.
"Oh, and I forgot to tell you about how my parents don't know about my nights out - so we need to sneak in and out."
After what seems like an eternity but was actually just an hour, we arrive at Insomnia and manage to gain entry despite being underage. Dani graciously loaned me one of her tight black dresses which perfectly fitted my body despite her being more voluptuous than me; even though her shapely frame gave it away. Though not reaching to my knees as promised, but still providing ample coverage while moving about and staying covered.
First thing I noticed when arriving is that not everyone can get in. The admission line was extremely long and many were sent away by doormen.
Now that I am inside, it becomes apparent why. This club isn't your average club; instead it exudes sophistication and elegance and provides an upscale environment.
There is vibrant lighting and moving effects all around us, filling the dance floor. Couples dance passionately on this open platform.
My body and the room itself were vibrating with music; it was impossible for anything else to come through.
How are people supposed to communicate in such circumstances? Upon hearing my thoughts, Dani responds by drawing closer.
"I'll get us something to drink!" she shouts into my ear before quickly disappearing from sight.
Shook my head slightly as I took time to survey my surroundings. To my surprise, there are many beautiful and well-dressed girls here - which made sense since Dani didn't just go anywhere; her family lived comfortably so naturally the places Dani frequented would be impressive and classy; plus there were some incredibly handsome guys too!
They have nothing on my Ares!
My Ares? Without his permission, I have already appropriated him.
Unnoticed until I reached the second-floor tables overlooking the dance floor, my eyes met up with two deep blue eyes that haunt my dreams and awaken my nights.
Ares.
My unrequited love was sitting there looking stunning as always. He wore black pants, black shoes and a gray shirt with its sleeves rolled up to his elbows; playing with his lip piercing; his black hair in its usual messy style looked beautiful against him. Subconsciously, I found myself drawn towards him like metal to a magnet until meeting with security guard that led up the stairs leading toward my prince charming shook me out of this spell.
"This is a VIP area," I was informed firmly by a guard. Ares looked down upon me with pride. "Don't try anything rash!" Ares mocked from above with his arrogant and superior manner.
"Oh," I respond with confusion in my voice, shaking my head to try to clear my mind, "he-he, I thought we could all come up there together.
"No access available. The guard indicates to me to leave."
Of course, Ares has taken his place in the VIP section, as his special presence cannot mix with that of regular people dancing down here.
Reluctantly, I return the way I came and meet Dani again along the way.
"I thought you wouldn't find me!" she exclaims in my ear and hands me a fluorescent pink drink.
"What is this?
Orgasm! Give it a try!"
One drink called Orgasm had more sexual stimulation than I have had!
Slowly, I inspect the small glass from all sides. Sniffing it was so strong it irritated my nose to the point of sneezing; Dani downed hers quickly leaving me stunned; she encouraged me to drink as well - my eyes wandering over to where Ares raised his glass with what appeared to be whiskey before taking a sip himself.
Are You Challenging Me, Greek God?
At once, I drained the glass and swallowed its bittersweet contents; setting my throat ablaze as the liquid made its way down my gullet and down my throat.
It does not feel like an indulgence!
Dani patted me on the back when I coughed and we headed to the bar where she gave me two more drinks, thinking they might be for both of us; I quickly discovered they were both for myself! Five drinks later, when Dani took me up onto the dance floor - by which time my system had had enough alcohol! I didn't care.
"Let's dance!" she exhorts as we weave our way through a sea of people.
Feeling spontaneous and without embarrassment - such is the magic of alcohol!
Everything around me was vibrantly hued and music filled my body while dancing the night away. Curiously, I glanced over to where some stupid royalty was sitting. Their eyes seemed fixed on me like a predator searching from a height for prey.
Can't he stop looking at me, or does he like what he sees?
Raquel, it is clear he does not like you. Don't fool yourself.
Why does he keep looking at me?
I feel an urge to demonstrate my accomplishments to him.
Here is something interesting for you to think about; Greek God.
I start dancing slowly, shifting my hips along to the music.
Running my hands through my long hair and then down my breasts, waist, and hips, I reach the end of my dress to fidget with its hem, lifting it slightly. Even from this distance, Ares's eyes darken as he brings his glass up to his lips - those same lips that had teased my neck and thighs twice already and left me wanting more. Ares had already teased me twice; now it was his time.
I will show him that I do not forget anything, and even Greek gods can enjoy some of their own medicine.
Seductive Raquel mode: activated.