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okay but rafe shamelessly peeking up your skirt is something so personal to me

omg omg wait s1 golf frat boy rafe x cutesy kinda bimbo reader??? COUNT ME IN. p.s- i have no idea how to play golf so i wrote my best interpretation😭

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you sat in rafes private golf caddy watching as he lined up his next shot, his backwards cap keeping his hair out of his eyes and his muscular legs spread wide as he takes the shot.

rafe had asked (told) you to come watch him play, he thought it would be a cute date idea for you both to get out of the house since it was way too hot to stay cooped up inside all day… when in reality he just wanted to show off his skills and impress his girl.

“rafeeeeey.” you whined in a high pitch tone.

he turns to look back at you with a sour expression, wiping the sweat from his brows with one arm, using the other to lean against his golf club. “quit distracting me. what dya’ want?” he pants in the summer heat.

“i’m boreddddd” you moan again, standing from your seat in the cabby and bouncing over to him.

his free hand reaches out to grip your face, smushing your cheeks together tight “what’ve i told you about the whining? daddy’s tryna’ play a game here, sweetcheeks.”

you look up at him with big puppy dog eyes “can you teach me? please rafey…i’m so bored just sittin’ here, daddy please.”

he lets out an irritated groan, knowing you were too ditzy to understand how golf works and way too uncoordinated to actually putt a ball. he looks back at you giving you a once over, a smirk appearing on his face.

“you know what? sure pretty girl, c’mere.”

you yelp with excitement, moving to stand infront of him, your short pink skirt barely reaching your thighs as you bounce over and your tits jiggling, practically spilling out of your tight shirt.

rafe stands behind you as he passes you the golf club, quickly showing you the correct way to hold it before he moves onto your position. kicking your feet apart and pressing down on your back with his thick fingers, forcing you to arch your back as he bites his lip, his cock already growing hard.

“that’s it baby, stay just like that. now, lift your arm up like this, and strike.” you beam at him while he instructs you before focusing on the ball.

you raise your arm holding the club tight before you strike it. not even noticing rafe bending down slightly, his legs still spread wide around your figure and his fingers lifting your short skirt, peeking at your cute, pink panties underneath, he lets out a low “fuckkk.” at the sight, not loud enough for you to notice seeming as you were concentrating.

“rafey! look! i hit it. look how far it went!” you gasp, raising one arm to block the sun as you search for the ball with your eyes.

“yeah babe, daddy’s super proud of you.” he mutters, not paying attention to a word you said, instead focusing on the slightly damp patch on your panties.

he brings his thumb to your pussy, rubbing over the soaked material. your panties beginning to stick to your cunt as he thumbs your sensitive slit.

you whimper in surprise, your head spinning to look at him in shock. “daddy! wh-what are you doing?!” you hush, eyes wide, looking around quickly to see if anybody had noticed what he was doing, which they hadn’t… yet.

rafe hushes you before pulling your skirt back down and giving your ass a harsh smack. lifting up from his bent knees and looking down at you with a large smirk.

“nice panties, baby. where’d you get em?” he asks rhetorically, a sly smile appearing on his face.

knowing for a fine fact he bought them, as he does everything else, your clothes, food, shoes. you name it, he bought it. because that’s what wealthy daddy’s like him do. and rafe is without question, wholeheartedly, your daddy.

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Getting Through a Bad Day the Villain Way

Welcome. If you’re here, there’s a good chance you’re having a bad day. I’m sorry. Whether a trusted co-conspirator just betrayed you, or you’re dealing with your arch-nemesis, PMDD, some days you feel so full of sour rage that you could set the world on fire just by breathing. But just because you're having a bad day doesn't mean you have to be a goody-two-shoes about it. In fact, sometimes the best way to get through a bad day is to embrace your inner villain. While we don’t condone carrying out your meticulously plotted revenge, sometimes it takes an evil mastermind to overcome the doldrums of a rotten mood.

The obvious stuff. You’ve heard it all… write in your journal. Go for a walk. Take a shower. Talk to a friend. Sure, go ahead. There’s nothing wrong with those things, and they can even be helpful. But don’t expect them to be a cure; think of it more as 1) a distraction 2) you deserve it. Sometimes when I’m having a bad (depression) day, I can barely get out of bed to shower. That’s not very villainous of me. At the very least, I deserve to be clean and aired out. Plot your perfect revenge in your journal. (If you want to be productive, make a list of things that are bothering you to take to your next therapy appointment.) Check with your friend that they have “space” for you to vent, and let them know if you want advice or just support. Setting expectations for the conversation will help you get what you need and also not overwhelm your friend.

Swear a lot. There's something about swearing that just feels good, especially when you're feeling angry or frustrated. So go ahead and let loose with all the curse words you know. No one's judging you. I grew up in conservative Evangelical Christianity, where it was expected that good little girls did everything “with a cheerful spirit.” Phooey on that! If you have a mountain of dirty dishes piling up, and washing dishes is your least favorite chore in the world… fuck those dishes. Fuck them to hell and back and all the way to the cupboard (or at least the drying rack).

Put on your vampiest makeup. Sometimes, the best way to feel powerful is to look powerful. So put on your darkest eyeliner, your brightest lipstick, and your most dramatic eyeshadow. You'll be surprised at how much better you feel when you look like a total badass. (If you can manage it, take some selfies. This is a good excuse to go outside.)

Go to the driving range or batting cage. Take out your aggression on some inanimate objects. Go to the driving range and smash some golf balls, or go to the batting cage and take some swings at some baseballs. Give them names. Destroy your enemies.

Post on social media for validation. This one requires a bit of planning ahead — unless your badass makeup has inspired you to take some selfies (which I recommend!) Don’t be a whiny drama queen, but a smoking hot selfie and a sassy caption can provide some welcome dopamine-spiking likes. You’re not attention seeking, you’re gracing the world with your fabulousness!

Make a Triumphs List. No, not a smarmy gratitude list. I want you to write down all of your petty victories and gloat over them. The time you corrected a teacher. The time you were able to send a forward with “per my previous email.” The fact that she (you know who) can’t do any better than your leftovers.

Listen to angry music, or a captivating story. Now is the time to break out that heavy metal playlist your ex boyfriend made for you. Or better yet, borrow an audiobook from your local library or find a podcast with drama and violence. You’ll get so drawn into the high stakes and machinations that you’ll forget about your own foul mood. (Walking while listening to metal and scowling is a great way to scare your neighbors.)

Do sudoku or a crossword puzzle. The trick isn’t to do mindless busywork, like knitting or jumping jacks, the trick is to occupy your mind.

Kill them with kindness. You have to deal with customers all day at work? Make it a game — you are undercover as a mild-mannered office worker and have to fool them all with your charm. If someone dares to be rude to you, shame them with the scintillating brilliance of your smile. You are an actor, and this is your stage.

You deserve a treat. Steer clear of self-medication with hard substances (believe me, I know the appeal, but it won’t help), but now is the time to get that super sugary iced coffee. Go out for ice cream. Get takeout instead of cooking dinner. Buy that pretty book you already own five editions of. Masturbate (that could be a whole point itself; get that buzz! (pun intended)).

Do it to prove them wrong. I know — you’re a strong, independent villain and you don’t need any external validation. But sometimes the only thing that can rescue you from the jaws of defeat is the threat of defeat itself. Remember when I said to plot your revenge in your journal? Identify what is putting you in a bad mood and write down steps you can take to address the problem. Stinging over a breakup? Honey, you are absolutely allowed to work on a revenge body. Coworkers bullying you? Fantasize about your dream job, then look for it! Polish up your resume! Take steps to remedy or at least make yourself feel better about sucky things.

Count the small victories. A shower or walk may or may not make you feel better. But you can say you tried, and that counts for a lot! Do five pushups or squats, you can say you exercised. Can’t shower? Wash your face and put on deodorant. Can’t go for a walk? Stand in the sun for a few minutes.  

So there you have it: a few non-conventional tips on how to get through a bad day like a villain. Remember, bad days are only temporary. So embrace your inner villain, have some fun, and get through it.

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Top 5 Metatarsalgia Exercises for Foot Pain Relief: A Comprehensive Guide

Metatarsalgia, a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot, can be debilitating and affect your quality of life. This condition often results from factors like excessive pressure on the forefoot, high-impact activities, or improper footwear. Fortunately, targeted Metatarsalgia Exercises can help alleviate pain, improve foot function, and enhance overall comfort. In this blog post, we will explore the top five metatarsalgia exercises proven to provide relief and support foot health.

What is Metatarsalgia?

Metatarsalgia refers to pain in the metatarsal region — the area of the foot where the long bones of the toes meet the ball of the foot. This pain can be caused by various factors, including:

Excessive Pressure: High heels, tight shoes, or prolonged standing.

Foot Deformities: Conditions like bunions or hammertoes.

Repetitive Stress: Activities like running or jumping.

Inflammation: Conditions like arthritis or bursitis.

The right exercises can help reduce inflammation, strengthen foot muscles, and improve flexibility, leading to significant foot pain relief.

Top 5 Metatarsalgia Exercises for Foot Pain Relief

1. Toe Stretch and Flex

Purpose: To stretch the toes and relieve tension in the metatarsal area.

How to Do It:

Sit comfortably with your feet flat on the floor.

Gently pull your toes back towards your shin using your fingers.

Hold the stretch for 15–30 seconds.

Release and repeat 2–3 times.

Benefits: This exercise helps alleviate tightness in the toes and the ball of the foot, reducing discomfort associated with metatarsalgia.

2. Marble Pickup

Purpose: To strengthen the muscles in your toes and improve overall foot function.

How to Do It:

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Place a small bowl of marbles or beads on the floor.

Using your toes, pick up one marble at a time and place it in a separate bowl

Perform this exercise for 5 minutes, alternating between feet.

Benefits: Marble pickups enhance toe strength and dexterity, which can help relieve pressure on the metatarsal region.

3. Foot Roll

Purpose: To massage the metatarsal area and reduce inflammation.

How to Do It:

Sit in a chair and place a golf ball or frozen water bottle under the arch of your Foot Pain Relief.

Roll the ball back and forth from the heel to the ball of the foot for 2–3 minutes.

Apply gentle pressure while rolling to target sore spots.

Benefits: Foot rolling helps reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, and ease pain in the metatarsal area.

4. Toe Tapping

Purpose: To improve flexibility and strength in the toes and metatarsal region.

How to Do It:

Sit with your feet flat on the floor.

Lift your toes off the ground, keeping your heels down.

Tap your toes on the floor for 20–30 seconds.

Rest and repeat 2–3 times.

Benefits: Toe tapping enhances toe strength and flexibility, which can help in reducing the discomfort caused by metatarsalgia.

5. Arch Stretch

Purpose: To stretch the arch of the foot and relieve pressure on the metatarsal region.

How to Do It:

Sit with one leg crossed over the other.

Use your hand to gently pull your toes back towards your shin.

Hold the stretch for 20–30 seconds.

Switch to the other foot and repeat.

Benefits: Stretching the arch can help relieve the pressure and pain in the ball of the foot, providing overall relief from metatarsalgia symptoms.

Additional Tips for Managing Metatarsalgia

While exercises are an essential part of managing metatarsalgia, incorporating the following tips can enhance your foot care routine:

Wear Proper Footwear: Choose shoes with adequate cushioning and support to reduce pressure on the forefoot.

Use Metatarsal Pads: These pads can help redistribute pressure and provide additional comfort.

Maintain a Healthy Weight: Excess weight can increase pressure on the feet, exacerbating metatarsalgia symptoms.

Avoid High-Impact Activities: Reduce activities that place excessive stress on the metatarsal region.

When to Seek Professional Help

If your metatarsalgia symptoms persist despite performing these exercises, or if you experience severe pain, swelling, or other concerning symptoms, consult a healthcare professional. A podiatrist can provide a comprehensive assessment and recommend appropriate treatments tailored to your condition. Read More — https://boynerclinic.com/

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New Adizero ZG: Lightweight Performance Footwear for Golfers

adidas is redefining performance on the course with the reintroduction of the Adizero franchise to golf. The all-new Adizero ZG brings a sleek, spikeless design that’s engineered to enhance traction, stability, and comfort—all while staying incredibly lightweight to help combat foot fatigue. Launching January 31, the Adizero ZG will be available in both laced and BOA® options for men and women on adidas.com, the adidas app, and at select retailers worldwide.

Designed for Golfers Who Stay on Their Feet Golfers spend an average of 162 hours per year on their feet during play, according to National Golf Research. That’s a significant amount of time, and foot fatigue can easily detract from both performance and enjoyment on the course. With the Adizero ZG, adidas aims to provide a lightweight solution that lets golfers focus on their game without sacrificing comfort, traction, or stability.

Technology Highlights of the Adizero ZG:

Lightweight Traction:

The SPIKEMORE outsole features undercut lugs along the perimeter for improved lateral stability and adaptive traction, responding to terrain and player movement.

A secondary cone-shaped traction system offers a stable base on uneven terrain while preventing clogging for maximum grip.

Lightweight Comfort:

The midsole combines adidas’ LIGHTSTRIKE and LIGHTSTRIKE PRO cushioning, offering a close-to-ground feel while maintaining long-lasting comfort.

A molded heel cushion, engineered tongue, and INSITE™ 2.0 sockliner ensure a better fit, inspired by adidas’ innovations in the running category.

Dynamic Motion:

The newly designed DYNAMIC TORSION plate extends from the midfoot to the forefoot, reducing power leaks during the swing and providing arch support for smooth walking.

Curved medial edges and sharper lateral edges enhance stability during the swing while promoting energy efficiency.

Premium Features for Style and Performance The waterproof SPRINTSKIN upper gives the Adizero ZG its adaptive and athletic look while keeping the shoe lightweight. The addition of a heel clip provides golfers with a locked-in feel and extra stability. For those looking for a customized fit, adidas has introduced a BOA® model. This version features a PRIMEKNIT sock-like upper and a micro-adjustable Li2 dial, developed in collaboration with the BOA team, for a clean, athletic look with precision fit.

Built for the Modern Golfer Masun Denison, adidas Golf’s Global Footwear Director, shared the inspiration behind the design: “A golfer’s feet and footwear are critical to their swing and overall enjoyment of the game. The Adizero ZG is a lightweight performance option that tackles key areas like traction, stability, and comfort in a spikeless silhouette.”

adidas athlete Ludvig Åberg also expressed his excitement: “For me, footwear is as important as any other piece of equipment. Beyond performance, it needs to be comfortable and stylish. The Adizero ZG delivers on all fronts, especially with its lightweight feel and superior traction. It’s been great to play a role in helping bring this innovative design to life.”

When and Where to Find It The Adizero ZG will launch on January 31, available in various colorways and styles for men, women, and juniors. Whether laced or BOA®, golfers can look forward to a modern, high-performance shoe that’s light on weight but heavy on innovation.

Step up your game with the new Adizero ZG and experience the perfect combination of comfort, style, and performance. Stay tuned on adidas.com and the adidas app for updates!

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Ergonomic Golf: The Key to a Comfortable and Efficient Game

Whether you’re playing a casual round with friends or competing in a high-stakes tournament, the right equipment can make a significant difference. Among the many considerations that golfers must keep in mind, one of the most crucial aspects is ergonomics. Ergonomic golf equipment is designed to enhance performance, reduce strain, and improve overall comfort during a game. In this blog, you’ll explore what ergonomic golf is, the key factors to consider when choosing ergonomic equipment, and how it can positively impact your game.

Key Factors:

When shopping for ergonomic golf equipment, there are several factors that players should take into account to ensure that they select gear that best suits their needs.

Club Design and Weight Distribution

Golf clubs are the most essential pieces of equipment on the course, and ergonomic design plays a significant role in ensuring comfort and performance. Ergonomic golf clubs are designed with a focus on weight distribution, shaft flexibility, and grip comfort. A well-balanced club will help reduce the strain on your wrists and arms, allowing for smoother swings and less fatigue. Clubs with lightweight materials, such as titanium or graphite, can also help minimize the effort required to make powerful shots while reducing the impact on your joints.

Grips for Better Control and Comfort

The grip is one of the most critical aspects of a golf club, as it directly affects how the player holds and controls the club. Grips made from softer materials like rubber or synthetic compounds provide cushioning, reducing the strain on the hands and wrists during a round. Some grips also feature added textures or contours to promote a more natural hand position, which can further enhance comfort and control.

Shoes with Optimal Support

Golf requires players to walk long distances while maintaining proper posture and stability. The right pair of ergonomic golf shoes can make a significant difference in comfort and performance. Ergonomic golf shoes are designed to provide superior arch support, cushioning, and shock absorption, reducing the impact on your feet, knees, and lower back. Look for shoes with a lightweight, breathable design that provides a snug fit without causing discomfort. Additionally, shoes with a stable, non-slip sole are essential for maintaining grip and balance during your swing.

Ergonomic golf equipment is a game-changer for players looking to improve their performance while prioritizing comfort and well-being. By carefully considering factors such as club design, grip comfort, shoe support, and posture aids, golfers can find equipment that complements their natural movements and reduces strain on their bodies. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a casual weekend player, incorporating ergonomic gear into your game can help you play more comfortably and efficiently, ultimately enhancing your overall golfing experience.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Ladies Golf Gear: Essentials for Performance and Style

Introduction:

Golf has been the sport of skill, strategy, and etiquette for a long time. Traditionally, this is one male-dominated sport, but of late women have not only taken to this sport but are also making their dent with skill and panache. This swing in the interest of women has raised demand for high-quality, performance-oriented, and stylish ladies' golf gear. From clubs designed for the ladies' needs to apparel for comfort and functionality, ladies' golf gear today comes in an impressive array of options. This guide should take a closer look at everything you need to know about ladies' golf gear, from ladies' golf clubs and on-course clothing to shoes and other accessories designed specifically for women. Whether you're a true beginner or a very experienced player, investing in the right gear will go a long way in making a huge difference in your game.

Key Components of Ladies Golf Gear

Women's Golf Clubs

Driver: Generally, ladies' drivers are made a bit lighter and with a higher loft so they can hit longer distances without needing to use so much energy.

Irons and Wedges: Ladies' irons are often fitted with a graphite shaft and of a slightly reduced length so it allows giving more swing control.

Putter: Most putters are made with smaller grips and lengths for better handling and control.

Hybrids: They are favorite for lady golfers, for they can offer versatility the same way as long irons but are fairly much easier to maneuver.

Ladies Golf Bags

Cart Bags: These are heavier and a perfect choice for those golfers who intend to use a golf cart. Cart bags may be availed with voluminous storage and easy access to equipment.

Stand Bags: Stand bags are both light weight and portable, with a feature that makes them favorable to golfers who enjoy walking the course.

Carry Bags: Super lightweight for those players who carry only the bare essentials, they have few pockets for ease of handling.

Ladies' Golf Clothing

Polo Shirts and Sleeveless Tops: Designed for comfort in breathable materials like polyester or cotton blends for fabulous stretch and cool factor.

Golf Skorts and Shorts: The comfort of shorts with the appeal of a skirt in skorts has made them hot favorites amongst golfing women. Shorts and capris are great for hot weather.

Outerwear: Windbreakers, waterproof jackets, and layering pieces provide added comfort on colder months or rainy days. Headwear: Hats and visors are vital for protection from the sun to

keep you in focus for the game.

Women's Golf Shoes

Spiked vs. Spikeless: Spiked shoes assure much better grip on wet or hilly areas, while spikeless shoes will be comfortable and versatile on flatter courses.

Breathability/Waterproofing: A waterproof option would be a decent choice to keep your feet dry during dewy mornings or in rainy conditions.

Arch Support/Cushioning: Proper support is highly imperative in avoiding any signs of fatigue, particularly when you are most likely to walk the course.

The Essentials On-Course Accessories

Golf Gloves: In order to maintain proper grip and avoid any blister formations, women's gloves come in multiple sizes that will fit your hand just right.

Rangefinders: Devices used to measure distances to pins, rangefinders prove quite helpful to establish the accuracy of your shots.

Golf Tees and Balls: Women's golfing balls are usually softer to allow for more spin and control.

Towels and Ball Markers: The towels will keep your clubs clean while the ball markers will help you mark your spot on the green. Umbrella: A good quality golf umbrella will keep you dry from those quick showers.

How to Pick the Ideal Ladies Golf Equipment: Things to Consider

Budget

This will define your quality and quantity of gear that you can purchase. It is better to splurge on high-quality essentials like clubs and shoes and economize on the other less-than-necessary things that can be replaced afterward.

Skill Level

This may mean the beginner devoting more attention to the main tools of the trade, while the intermediate and advanced player seeks special tools that help fine tune certain parts of their game. For each of these three levels of player, there is a set by the likes of both TaylorMade and Callaway.

Personal Comfort

Comfort should be a priority in your gear selection. Break in shoes to ensure adequate support, and check your clubs for just the right grip. Your apparel should permit freedom of movement; breathable fabrics are best, especially for summer rounds.

Course Conditions

If you play lots of hilly or wet courses, then spiked shoes will help provide traction. Waterproofed apparel and bags can help in rainy conditions; in warm, flat courses lighter, breathable clothing and spikeless shoes work nicely.

Style Preferences

To many women golfers, fashionably designed and stylish gear helps to reflect their personalities. Many golf apparel brands realize this and offer designs that integrate style with functionality. Look for items that can make you feel confident on the course.

Brands that Shine in Ladies Golf Gear

A few brands rise to the top in the ladies golf gear market, combining quality and performance with style. Here is a brief summary of some of the notable names:

TaylorMade: Renowned for high-performance clubs and innovation, TaylorMade's women's line includes clubs designed with lighter materials for optimal speed and distance.

Callaway: Popular for forgiving clubs and reliable balls, this brand works well for beginning and intermediate players.

Nike and Adidas: These companies are the leading golf apparel brands providing moisture-wicking clothing, comfortable shoes, and stylish outerwear designed just for women.

FootJoy: This is a well-recognized name in footwear for golfers. FootJoy has spiked and spikeless options with exceptional arch support and comfortable cushioning.

Ping: Ping offers complete sets tailored to women, along with lightweight and durable golf bags that boast ample storage for all accessories.

Women's Golf Equipment FAQs

What should I look for when purchasing lady's golf clubs?

Selection is based on material, length, and weight. Women's clubs are lighter and shorter; the shafts are also more flexible to accommodate the slow swinging speed. A full set of hybrids and putters would be better for beginners because both can lighten the burden of learning.

Are there certain clothing brands that actually address the needs for women's golf apparel?

Yes, several brands are into women's golf attire. These include Nike, Adidas, Callaway, and Puma. These companies have made clothes to provide comfort, flexibility, and style. Most of them contain high-performance fabrics for efficient sweat removal and to keep you cool. Many options provide freedom of movement.

How often should I replace my golf gear, particularly clubs and shoes?

Gear replacement does depend on usage and wear. Most golf clubs will generally last about 3-5 years, but drivers and putters will very well probably outlive the set. Shoes should be changed every 1-2 years, especially if one plays a lot. Always check all your gear for wear and tear, since performance could be affected when using worn-out gear.

What type of golf balls does one recommend for ladies to improve their performance?

They tend to be softer so it allows for more control and greater distances. Titleist, Callaway, and Bridgestone are a few that make women's golf balls designed for slower swing speeds, thus providing even better performance and accuracy.

Is there gear available to enhance my game?

But several accessories will help you take your game to the next level, such as rangefinders for accurately determining distances, gloves for a firmer yet sure grip, and putting mats for training. Even the tiniest accessories like ball markers and divot tools come in pretty handy and also keep your good etiquette going.

Conclusion

It means both comfort and good performance on the course are dependent on the right choice of ladies' equipment in golf. High-quality clubs, durable golf bags, stylish apparel, and supporting footwear are but a few of the choices to be made to meet the needs of women at all skill levels. Remember, along with personal style, one should choose equipment related to the skill level and course conditions. The truth is, quality equipment can make all the difference in the game and will probably heighten your enjoyment of each game. This guide should take a closer look at everything you need to know about ladies' golf gear, from ladies' golf clubs and on-course clothing to shoes and other accessories designed specifically for women.

When you have the right equipment to your name, you will be all so different in stepping onto that green. Be it beating the score, just for enjoyment, or simply hanging out with friends, well-suited gear makes all the difference. So find your equipment match, and let your confidence shine on the course!

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Top Athletic Shoes for Runners: Performance Meets Comfort

For every runner, the right pair of athletic shoes can make all the difference. From enhancing your performance to ensuring comfort and preventing injuries, finding the ideal shoes is essential. Whether you’re a casual jogger or training for a marathon, selecting shoes that provide support, cushioning, and breathability can significantly improve your running experience.

This guide will walk you through some of the top athletic shoes for runners that prioritize performance and comfort. Plus, we’ll highlight a couple of standout choices from Golf Ball Slides that cater to different running needs.

1. Why Choosing the Right Running Shoes is Crucial

Running is a high-impact activity that can put considerable strain on your feet, legs, and joints. Without the right shoes, this strain can lead to discomfort, fatigue, and even injuries. That’s why selecting quality running shoes with proper support, cushioning, and flexibility is critical.

Here are some key features to look for in running shoes:

Cushioning and Support: Good shoes should offer ample cushioning to absorb shocks and support the natural arches of your feet.

Breathability: Breathable materials keep your feet cool and dry during long runs, enhancing overall comfort.

Lightweight Construction: Lightweight shoes improve agility and speed without compromising on support.

2. Advanced Athletic Running Shoes for Women

One of the top choices for female runners is the Advanced Athletic Running Shoes for Women. These shoes are designed with a focus on performance, comfort, and durability, making them perfect for runners of all experience levels. Let’s take a closer look at what makes these shoes stand out:

Key Features:

Superior Cushioning: The shoes feature enhanced cushioning to absorb shocks and reduce strain on your joints, providing added comfort during long runs.

Breathable Mesh Upper: The breathable upper design allows for optimal airflow, keeping your feet cool and preventing moisture build-up.

Durable Outsole: A durable outsole with excellent traction provides a reliable grip on various surfaces, making them ideal for road running and light trails.

The Advanced Athletic Running Shoes are a versatile option that balances cushioning, breathability, and durability, making them a great choice for both casual and serious runners.

3. High-Efficiency Athletic Running Shoes for Women

If you value lightweight design and sleek aesthetics, consider the High-Efficiency Athletic Running Shoes for Women. These shoes are engineered to offer both style and top-notch functionality, making them a great choice for runners who want a responsive feel.

Key Features:

Lightweight Construction: These shoes are designed to be lightweight, helping runners achieve greater speed and agility without feeling weighed down.

Flexible Sole: The flexible sole allows the shoe to adapt to the natural movement of your foot, creating a smooth and comfortable stride.

Arch Support: These shoes come with built-in arch support, helping maintain alignment and reducing the risk of overpronation.

The High-Efficiency Athletic Running Shoes are ideal for those who want a responsive and supportive shoe that doesn’t compromise on comfort.

4. How to Choose the Right Running Shoes

Finding the perfect pair of running shoes involves understanding your specific needs and preferences. Here are some key factors to consider:

1. Know Your Foot Type

Understanding your foot type is essential when choosing running shoes. Whether you have flat feet, high arches, or a neutral foot type, selecting shoes with the right amount of arch support and cushioning is crucial.

2. Consider Your Running Terrain

Think about where you run most frequently. If you run on roads, prioritize shoes with excellent cushioning to absorb shocks. If you prefer trails, look for shoes with durable outsoles and enhanced grip for stability on uneven surfaces.

3. Focus on Fit and Comfort

A good pair of running shoes should provide a secure yet comfortable fit. Make sure there’s enough room in the toe box and that the shoes fit snugly around your midfoot and heel. This will help prevent discomfort and blisters.

5. The Benefits of High-Quality Running Shoes

Investing in high-quality running shoes is important for enhancing your running experience and preventing injuries. Here’s why the right shoes matter:

Prevents Injuries: Proper cushioning and support reduce the impact on your joints and muscles, lowering the risk of common running injuries like shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures.

Improves Running Efficiency: Lightweight, flexible shoes can help you maintain a better running form and reduce fatigue, allowing you to run more efficiently.

Maximizes Comfort: Quality shoes provide the comfort you need to focus on your performance instead of being distracted by discomfort or pain.

6. Tips for Maintaining Your Running Shoes

To get the most out of your running shoes, it’s essential to take care of them. Here are some maintenance tips:

Rotate Your Shoes: If you run regularly, consider having two pairs of shoes to rotate between workouts. This gives each pair time to dry and recover, prolonging their lifespan.

Clean Them Regularly: Remove dirt and debris from your shoes after each run. Let them air dry completely before storing them to prevent odor and mold.

Replace Them When Necessary: Running shoes lose their cushioning and support over time. It’s generally recommended to replace them every 300-500 miles, depending on usage and wear.

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What Footwear is Best for the Driving Range? A Guide to Choosing the Right Footwear

When heading to the driving range to work on your golf game, choosing the right footwear is essential for both comfort and performance. The right shoes can enhance your stability, improve your swing, and ensure you stay focused on perfecting your technique. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you select the best footwear for your driving range sessions.

1. Prioritize Comfort

Comfort should be your top priority when choosing shoes for the driving range. You'll likely spend hours standing, walking, and swinging, so it’s crucial to select footwear that provides adequate support. Look for shoes with cushioned insoles and breathable materials to keep your feet comfortable and cool. If you have specific foot issues, such as flat feet or high arches, consider options with orthopedic support or custom insoles to enhance comfort.

2. Consider Traction

Golf is a sport that requires a solid foundation. Shoes with good traction will help prevent slipping during your swing, allowing for better stability and power. Look for shoes with a rubber outsole featuring spikes or a tread pattern designed for grip. Many golf shoes are equipped with specialized traction technologies that enhance grip on grass and turf, making them ideal for the driving range.

3. Opt for Golf-Specific Shoes

While you can wear regular athletic shoes, investing in golf-specific footwear can significantly enhance your experience. Golf shoes are designed with features tailored for the sport, including waterproofing, breathable fabrics, and specialized outsoles for maximum traction. Additionally, many golf shoes provide extra support around the ankles, which can help reduce the risk of injury during swings and movements.

4. Choose the Right Style

Golf footwear comes in various styles, from traditional to modern. Here are a few options to consider:

Spiked Shoes: These provide excellent traction and stability. Spikes can be made of metal or plastic, with many courses allowing only soft spikes to prevent damage to the greens.

Spikeless Shoes: These have a more versatile design and can be worn on and off the course. They typically offer great comfort and traction without the hassle of replacing spikes.

Sneaker-Style Golf Shoes: These combine the casual look of sneakers with the functionality of golf shoes. They’re often lightweight and breathable, making them a comfortable choice for the range.

Select a style that suits your personal preference and aligns with the driving range's dress code.

5. Pay Attention to Fit

A proper fit is crucial for any footwear, especially when it comes to performance in sports. Golf shoes should fit snugly but not painfully tight, with enough room to wiggle your toes. When trying on shoes, consider wearing the socks you typically use for golfing to ensure the right fit. It’s also wise to try them on in the afternoon or after a workout when your feet may be slightly swollen, which helps guarantee a comfortable fit during your practice sessions.

6. Look for Versatility

While the primary purpose of driving range shoes is to provide comfort and support during practice, consider selecting footwear that you can also wear on the course. This versatility allows you to maximize your investment. Look for styles that transition well between casual wear and golfing activities.

7. Check for Waterproofing

Weather can be unpredictable, and practicing at the range when the ground is wet or damp can be uncomfortable if your shoes aren’t waterproof. Consider investing in water-resistant or waterproof shoes to keep your feet dry and comfortable, especially during early morning sessions when dew can be an issue.

8. Don’t Forget About Aesthetics

While functionality is key, you shouldn’t overlook the style of your footwear. Many modern golf shoes come in a range of colors and designs that can reflect your personal style. Whether you prefer classic white leather or a more vibrant, sporty look, choose shoes that make you feel good as you practice.

Conclusion

Choosing the right footwear for the driving range is essential for enhancing your comfort, performance, and enjoyment of the game. Prioritize comfort, traction, and the right style to ensure you’re adequately prepared for your practice sessions. By investing in quality golf shoes that fit well and meet your needs, you’ll be set to improve your game while enjoying every moment spent on the range.

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Buy Best Golf Footwear Online

When searching to buy best golf footwear online, it's essential to prioritize both performance and comfort to enhance your game on the course. High-quality golf shoes offer superior traction, stability, and support, which are crucial for maintaining balance and control during your swing. Look for footwear made from breathable, waterproof materials to keep your feet dry and comfortable in various weather conditions.

Consider shoes with a well-cushioned sole and a supportive arch to reduce fatigue and provide comfort for long rounds. Many golf shoes come with interchangeable spikes or cleats that can be adapted to different types of terrain, ensuring optimal grip on the greens and fairways.

When buying online, be sure to check sizing charts and customer reviews to ensure a good fit and gauge the overall quality of the footwear. Brands often provide detailed product descriptions, including information on materials and technology used, which can help you make an informed decision. By carefully evaluating these factors, you can find the best golf footwear that meets your needs and enhances your performance on the course.

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The Best Spike Women's Golf Shoes for Superior Performance on the Green.

If you want to give your best performance on the golf course, then you must be equipped with the right equipment—right down to shoes. The spiked women's golf shoes will help you stay focused on the game ahead of you rather than slippage or discomfort by providing ultimate grip, stability, and comfort. At Payntr Golf, we supply a variety of excellent spiked golf shoes used only by women to blend performance and style.

Why Spiked Golf Shoes?

There is why spiked golf shoes are favored by avid golfers. The spikes or cleats in the sole of the shoe give enhanced grip on a wide range of surfaces, from wet grass to irregularities in the ground. With this type of grip, it helps with stability and control throughout your swing and equate to a more precise and powerful shot. Also, often, spiked shoes are designed to give superior support and cushioning to protect and support your feet throughout the long rounds at the course.

Top Features of Spiked Golf Shoes for Women

Exceptional Grip: Spikes are strategically placed on the sole to give maximum traction. Whether you hit wet conditions or uneven ground, trust that your footwear will hold you stable.

Increased Comfort: Modern spiked golf shoes are designed for all-day comfort. A padded insole, arch support, and breathable materials ensure this is the case.

Durable Construction: High-quality materials and construction make these shoes stand alone in their class for durability against regular play. From premium leather to advanced synthetic fabrics, our selection is built to last.

Stylish Design: Who says you've got to sacrifice style for performance? Our ladies' spiked golf shoes are available in a host of styles and colors so that you will look as fine as you play.

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At Payntr Golf, we recognize the needs of a female golfer and proudly deliver a spiked golf shoe collection par excellence that caters both to performance and fashion. Classic designs or modern looks—whatever preference one may have, we have it in our line.

Visit our collection for women's golf shoes to choose the perfect pair for your game. Step onto the course with total confidence and assured performance in our superior spiked golf shoes.

A pair of the right womens golf shoes spiked can be a critical game-changer. State-of-the-art grip, superior comfort, and style, these will definitely enhance the enjoyment and performance of your game. Check out our range of women's spiked golf shoes to seek out your ultimate golfing footwear companion at Payntr Golf.

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Luxury Golf Shoes For Women: Combining Style And Performance On The Green

The traditional view of golf as a game played only by refined gentlemen has evolved. As more and more ladies take up the game, golfing style has shifted to accommodate female players' individual preferences. One such development worth noting is the meteoric ascent of luxury golf shoes for women, which combine high fashion with enhanced performance.

Function And Design: Luxury Golf Shoes Serve Two Purposes

The design of high-end golf shoes for ladies isn't only about their appearance. These golf shoes are made with the utmost care and cutting-edge technology for optimal performance. Luxury golf shoes for women help improve a golfer's performance in several ways, including providing improved traction and arch support.

What Counts: Building Beauty From The Foundation Up

Luxury golf shoes for women always comprise high-quality materials. The combination of premium leather, suede, and synthetic textiles allows manufacturers to craft long-lasting and fashionable products. The material selection enhances the shoe's comfort, breathability, and water resistance, which also contributes to the shoe's overall look.

From The Ancient To The Modern: Varieties Of Patterns

Women's high-end golf shoes are available in various styles, from traditional to cutting-edge. Modern, minimal shapes sit alongside time-honored favorites like classic wingtips and saddle shoes. Each golfer will be able to discover a pair that speaks to her sense of style, giving her the freedom to be herself on and off the course.

Attractive Color Schemes

Luxury golf shoes for women stand out due to their elaborate design and vibrant color palette. To help golfers transition from the course to the clubhouse, several brands are experimenting with bold colors, muted pastels, and upscale metallic embellishments. Golfers may make a statement while respecting the sport's traditional norms with these color combinations.

Cute Mini Purse Bags: The Pinnacle Of Beauty And Practicality

The compact form of the small design pouch bags is a welcome change from the ubiquitous large purse. These bags are the epitome of simplicity; they satisfy the requirement of the modern lady for functionality without sacrificing her sense of style.

Redefinition Of Craftsmanship: Elegance In The Finer Points

Miniature pouches with intricate patterns are a tribute to skilled labor. Everything about this item, from the stitching to the hardware, has been carefully selected to work together in harmony. The small form factor forces designers to pay close attention to every last detail, resulting in a faultless accessory that goes with anything.

Unleash Your Adaptability: Stylish Functionalism

Small design pouch bags offer remarkable utility. Despite their small size, There's enough room for your phone, keys, wallet, and cosmetics. Thanks to the well-thought-out compartmentalization that makes finding what you need a breeze, these pouch bags are a must-have for any fast errand or evening out.

Perfect In Every Way: Golf Shoes And Pouch Bags

It's indisputable that high-end golf shoes and chic pouches go hand in hand. Both contribute to a woman's sense of sophistication and grace, whether on or off the golf course. By choosing pieces from the same collection, you may put together an outfit that is both polished and bold.

From The Field To The Runway: Smoothly Shifting Gears

The elegance of these pair is in how easily they can go from athletic to fashionable. Golfers can safely transition from the course to an after-round social gathering, thanks to the seamless coordination of their footwear and small design pouch bags. This adaptability exemplifies the development of high-end golf apparel, which has evolved to meet the needs of today's busy women.

Conclusion

The perfect combination of form and function, luxury golf shoes for women and compact design pouch bags are a joy to see. These accessories are made with the discriminating preferences of women in mind, with sophisticated designs, high-quality materials, and an emphasis on performance. These high-end items usher in a new era of golfing refinement and complexity as the industry continues to develop.

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Golf is a game of precision and technique, where every swing counts, and so does every step you take on the course. That's where golf shoes come in. They provide the stability and comfort you need to stay focused on your game. But not all golf shoes are created equal. For women with wider feet, finding the right pair can be a challenge. That's why we've put together this guide to help you find the perfect pair of wide fit golf shoes. Why Golf Shoes Matter Golf shoes are more than just a stylish accessory. They're a piece of sports equipment designed to enhance your performance on the course. A good pair of golf shoes can provide stability during your swing, comfort during your walk, and traction in various course conditions. But when it comes to wide fit golf shoes, there's more to consider. The right golf shoes can enhance your performance, while the wrong ones can distract you from your game. For women with wider feet, a shoe that's too narrow can cause discomfort and even pain. That's why it's important to find a pair of golf shoes that fits your feet properly. Choosing the Right Wide Fit Golf Shoes When it comes to choosing wide fit golf shoes, there are several factors to consider. First, you need to think about the fit. The shoes should be comfortable and provide good support. You should also consider the style. Do you prefer a classic design or something more modern? Next, think about the conditions you'll be playing in. If you often play in wet weather, you might want to consider waterproof sneakers. On the other hand, if you play in hot conditions, breathable sneakers might be a better choice. Finally, consider the brand. Some brands are known for their high-quality golf sneakers, such as SIM 2 Max Driver and Cobra LTDx. These brands offer a variety of styles and features to choose from. Top Picks for Women's Wide Fit Golf Shoes At Sporty Connect, we've reviewed countless golf shoes and have a few top picks to share. Here are some of the best wide fit golf shoes for women that offer a great blend of comfort, style, and performance: Skechers GO GOLF Max 2-Wide: These shoes are lightweight and comfortable, with a wide toe box and a supportive arch. They also have a spikeless outsole that provides good traction on wet and dry surfaces. FootJoy Flex Appeal 3 Wide: These shoes are designed for comfort and support, with a wide toe box and a cushioned footbed. They also have a waterproof upper and a spikeless outsole that provides good traction. Ecco Biom Hybrid 3 Wide: These shoes are waterproof, breathable, and supportive, with a wide toe box and a cushioned footbed. They also have a spikeless outsole that provides excellent traction. New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v12 Wide: These shoes are lightweight and responsive, with a wide toe box and a cushioned footbed. They also have a spikeless outsole that provides good traction. Adidas CodeChaos Wide: These shoes are lightweight and flexible, with a wide toe box and a supportive arch. They also have a spikeless outsole that provides good traction. Remember, the best golf shoes for you depend on your personal needs and preferences. Take the time to try on different styles and brands to find the perfect pair for you. Factors to Consider When Choosing Wide Fit Golf Shoes When choosing wide fit golf shoes, it is important to consider the following factors: Width: The shoe should have a wide toe box that provides plenty of room for your toes to spread out. This is especially important for women with wider feet, as a shoe that's too narrow can cause discomfort and even pain. Support: The shoe should provide good arch support and stability. This can help to prevent foot and leg fatigue during long rounds of golf. Traction: The shoe should have a good grip on wet and dry surfaces. This is crucial for maintaining stability during your swing and while walking on the course. Comfort: The shoe should be lightweight and comfortable to wear for long periods of time.

After all, a round of golf can last several hours, so comfort is key. The Importance of Proper Fit Finding a shoe that fits properly is crucial, especially for women with wider feet. A shoe that's too tight can cause discomfort and even lead to foot problems over time. On the other hand, a shoe that's too loose can lack support and cause your foot to slide around, which can throw off your balance and stability. When trying on golf shoes, be sure to wear the same type of socks that you plan to wear on the course. This will help to ensure a more accurate fit. Also, keep in mind that your feet can swell throughout the day, so it's a good idea to try on shoes later in the day when your feet are at their largest. Conclusion Finding the right pair of wide fit golf shoes can make a big difference in your comfort and performance on the golf course. By considering factors like width, support, traction, and comfort, you can find a pair of shoes that fits your feet perfectly and meets your needs on the course. Remember, the best golf shoe for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. So, take the time to try on different styles and brands to find the perfect pair for you. And don't forget to check out our wide selection of golf shoes at Sporty Connect. We're here to help you find the perfect pair to enhance your game and keep you comfortable on the course. Stay tuned for the next part of the article where we delve deeper into the basics of golf for beginners, including understanding the equipment, mastering the swing, and more. Happy golfing! #SportyConnect

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Imagine:

Erik is a Sub and Reader is a Dom.

This will definitely be two parts because I want to be very thorough.

Mama? Can I eat your pussy, please?

It was a terribly busy day at the office. Phones were going off the hook, meetings were being held, and paperwork needed finishing. Y/N was currently in her management office on the 10th floor in Cyber Security. She started as an Analyst when she first got the job at the age of 23 and now she was an Information Security Manager. Security Managers play a key role in avoiding security disasters by identifying any areas that might make your information systems vulnerable. These are the professionals who are tasked with assessing current security measures and mitigating future attacks against your company's computers, networks, and data.

Jimmy Choo suede pumps on her feet, high waisted midi pencil skirt hugging her hips tightly, and satin blouse stretched over her copious chest, Y/N paced the floor. The Infinity Shag Onyx Black Rug on her office floor masked the sound of her heels as she walked back and forth, her eyes on her phone from the text message that came through. It was from one of the new hires; an Analyst by the name of Candice. Such a sweet girl. Very sexy too. Nice and thick, short curly fro, a pretty round face, and lips so full she could probably suck a golf ball through a straw. Y/N has a thing for full lips on women and men. Y/N typed out a quick reply to the chick before taking her seat again so she could check her emails.

Candy, mama is working really hard, okay sweetie? Save that appetite for lunch break.

Y/N put her phone on the charger and went to work answering other company managers and clients back via email. That literally took up an hour of her time. Now, she was currently waiting to be pinged into a video conference that would take another hour and a half to get through. Y/N was growing tired already. Thirty minutes before her video conference began, Candice sent her another text with a picture attached to it. Y/N side-eyes the phone, picking it up swiftly to see what this little girl was up to now.

See? This is what’s happening to me right now just thinking about sucking and licking your pussy for you, mama. Please, let me serve you in the quiet room! My mouth is drooling for your sweet pussy juices.

“You nasty little girl,” She spoke softly as her eyes focused on the phat pussy Candice had between her succulent thighs. Her tiny labia and clit were engulfed by those plump lips. Two sets of fullness; one on her face and one between her legs.

“Fuck,” Y/N licked the brown butter gloss by NYX off her lips from how much she nibbled and licked on them because of Candy’s raunchy photo. Glancing at the time on her phone, she could get in a quick session before the conference. She was going to make Candice work for it too since she fucking begged so much. Flipping her silk pressed hair back, Y/N gets up from her desk chair, walking with her phone in hand around the large glass desk and out the double glass doors to her office. The usual tech sounds and phones ringing filled her ears as she walked down the aisle that split the room into two sides with the same set of cubicles for all the Analysts, and Web Developing Crew. In the second to last row, three cubicles down, was where Candice resides. She had a headset over her head, short curly fro is crinkled from a braid out she did the other night. The turtle neck dress she wore left nothing to the imagination and the ALDO Loviecia open toe shoes on her feet gave Y/N a peek at the pretty mauve color on her toes.

Y/N placed a single squared red acrylic nail on the desk in eyeshot, tapping it lightly with her other hand on her curvy hip. Candice smiles softly at her computer before turning to her boss, with worry in her eyes.

“Hello, Miss Y/N, is something wrong with the network again?” She spoke in a silvery smooth tone. Very tranquil.

“No, but I think you need to come along with me, Miss Williams, I have about twenty-five minutes before my video conference so I suggest you move swiftly.”

Thank God for cubicles because this office was filled with nosy people. Y/N never did this with someone she worked with. On the job “relationships” weren’t the best to have but Y/N couldn’t resist the looks Candice gave her. Candice got up from her seat, following behind Y/N and through a set of doors that led to restrooms, the break rooms, and finally, two quiet rooms. There were two on each floor for Employees to escape to. Y/N entered one of the rooms, holding the door open for Candice before shutting it behind her and locking it. Candice stood facing her Mama, back straight and eyes were unblinking.

“Candice, you little slut,” Y/N seductively walks up to Candice causing the girl to swallow spit, eyes fighting to drag up and down Y/N’s gorgeous body.

“Didn’t mama tell you that I was busy?” Y/N spoke in an even tone.

“Yes, mama,” Candice answers, “But I’m so horny-“

“On your knees, now.” Y/N walks away towards a suede olive green sofa. They really needed to re-decorate these rooms, the color scheme was awful. Y/N looked through a wall mirror, spotting Candice on her knees behind her. Y/N toyed with her hair before giving Candice more instructions to follow.

“Crawl to me.”

Y/N could hear Candice moving closer. Finally, she felt the girls heat against the back of her exposed calves. Y/N arched over the couch, her ass poked out at Candice. Candice took in a sharp breath at that sight.

“Get up and unzip my skirt. Do it slowly, mama wants you to focus on what your unwrapping, sweetie.”

“Yes, Mama.”

“Good Girl.”

Y/N could feel Candice reach behind her while still in a kneeled position, grabbing that tiny zipper and ever so gently pull it down. Candice watched as the material began to peel apart to reveal the crammed cheeks of Y/N. All that ass spilled out and damn near smacked Candice in the face.

“Mama, you’re ass is getting fatter,” Candice spoke with a shaky tone. Y/N had on a black lace thong that disappeared between both cheeks.

“Thank you, princess. Don’t worry, your face will be in between my ass soon enough. Now...pull my thong off completely.”

“Yes, Mama.”

“Good Girl.”

Candice removes the thong.

“Lick the crotch of my thong.”

Candice wasted no time to pull the fabric apart, licking Y/N’s wet crotch. It tasted like her; sweet and tangy like pineapples. This woman drove her crazy.

“Such a nasty little bitch. I bet you would suck on the crotch of my panties if I told you too, wouldn’t you?”

“Yes, Mama. I’d do anything you told me to.”

“So, you would let my underwear sit in that mouth so you can drool all over it?”

“Yes, Mama, oh my God, yes,” Candice was grabbing her breasts now and rubbing her thighs together.

“Don’t touch yourself. You want to give it to Mama, right?”

“Y-yes.”

“Then you only get to please Mama. Pulling me away from my work because you want some pussy in your mouth. So damn nasty, shame on you, Candy.”

Candice had a pout on her lips, “I’m sorry, Mama.”

Y/N squatted on the couch, her phat puss and ass hanging over the edge of it.

“Get over here and eat this pussy. Eat me like you’re starving since you’re drooling so fucking much.”

Candice crawled to her, turning around to lay her head back so Y/N could rest her pussy onto Candy’s mouth.

“Open up, sweetie.”

Candice opens her mouth.

“Don’t touch me unless I tell you to, bitch.”

“Yes, Mama.”

Y/N sat that pussy on Candy’s full lips. The girl went to work placing soft kisses there; lingering kisses. Y/N bit down on her lip. Candice used the strength of her tongue to part the phat lips, Y/N’s large labia and clit resting against her saliva-coated tongue. She starts to french kiss her inner folds, Y/N’s juices leaking into her mouth over and over.

“Mmm, that’s right, eat my pussy like that.”

Candice would alternate between french kissing on Y/N’s labia and clit and flicking it with her tongue. The girl was working those jaws to give Y/N exactly what she wanted and then some. Y/N could hear Candy’s lips smacking and she just knew that from the vision Candice received that the girls tongue was swimming in her juices. Candy always had Y/N wet as fuck.

“Suck on my fucking pussy, bitch.” Y/N spoke in a dominant tone.

“Like this, Mama?” Candice showed her how she thought Mama wanted to be sucked. As soon as those full lips wrapped around her clit and pulled, Y/N shuttered, ass cheeks clenching and asshole winking from how much she convulsed.

“Just like that, oh, you working me, girl, you’re sucking me up!”

Candy sucked on Y/N’s clit like she was sucking on a jolly rancher. Y/N would ride her face, causing her clit to pop out of Candy’s mouth only for the girl to suck on again.

“You’re stroking the fuck out of my clit with that slutty little mouth of yours. You’re gonna make Mama cum all over your pretty face since you’re so hungry for this tasty pussy!”

Now Candice alternated between sucking and flicking her tongue on Y/N’s engorged clit and inner folds.

“Yesss! Yesss!” Y/N slaps her own ass, “oh, you bitch, you nasty little bitch I’m cumming!”

She could feel her cream and liquid oozing from her pussy. Candice wrapped her entire mouth over Y/N’s inner pussy, sucking like those fishes stuck to the side of the tank. She had Y/N’s eyes rolling back, another cum so close behind the one she just had.

“Look at you! You’re so hungry, sweetie! Oh my God, oh my God, yes, yes, oh my God, I’m gonna cum, I’m gonna cum, fuck, I’m gonna cum, oh my God, Yes!”

And Y/N sure did cum. More than the last time. The shit was spilling down the sides of Candy’s face. Candice only used her mouth to work her Mama to orgasm. Y/N lifts her sweaty face from the couch cushion to check her phone in hand. She had about eight minutes to get her pussy out of Candy’s mouth before the girl took it up a notch and ate her pussy again. Y/N just knew that Candice was sopping wet. Y/N will reward her.

“Get up and wipe your face off, sweetie.”

Candice lifts from the floor, grabbing some Kleenex from the coffee table covered in magazines to wipe her face off. Instead of wiping her lips, she licked them, wanting to get the last bits of her Mama’s juices off her lips. Y/N put her skirt back on and thong, her pussy lips twitching from cumming twice and wanting more. She turned to the mirror, fixing her hair quickly before leading the way out of the room.

“I want you to go to that bathroom and put the vibrator inside of you. I will control it from my desk,” Y/N grabs Candy’s neck, pulling her towards her to kiss those luscious lips.

“Mmm, I can still taste myself,” Y/N whispers in Candy’s ear, “Do what I say so I can make that phat pussy cum, Candy.”

“Yes, Mama,” Candice was in a trance. When Y/N let go, Candice almost lost balance. She clutched the wall and watched Y/N, her Dom, walk away with a switch in her hips and back to her office. Candice wasted no time to grab her vibrator from her purse so Y/N could control it from her office.

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She made it just in time.

The minute she returned to her seat at her desk the ping popped up, Y/N accepting it and watching the Wakandan Outreach logo swirl on her screen before all managers popped up in the live video. There were two other videos to wait for. One was for King T’Challa, the other for Prince N’Jadaka. Y/N said her hellos to the other managers from other floors except for the very top floor; the 15th floor. That floor belonged to the CEO, CFO, and the Chairmen of the company. There was limited access on that floor with gel fingerprint analysis and eye scan that the Cyber Security Department themselves constructed.

A dinging sound caught her ears, letting her know that both the King and Prince; CEO and CFO, were arriving in live video. However, only one showed up this time. It was Prince N’Jadaka. King T’Challa’s video was still dark and not in use.

“Good afternoon, Molo ngokuhlwa,” The CEO and CFO always greeted everyone in both English and Xhosa. Y/N wanted to fully learn Xhosa to be more fluent. They offered classes there at the outreach to teach the Wakandan language. Everyone said Good afternoons the exact same way. Prince N’Jadaka was currently standing in front of the holographic screen that he used to talk with everyone. Something the Software Systems Developers on the 9th floor created. They worked closely with Cyber Security.

“I’ll keep this brief since the King isn’t here. He had to visit the UN. So don’t worry, I won’t keep y’all for an hour. Thank me later.”

Everyone laughed at that.

“Now, as you all know we are trying to tackle and control violence. There was a hacking attempt that could have jeopardized every single department here at the OutReach. Besides Stark Enterprises, we are one of the most wealthiest Companies in the world.”

Y/N used to intern for Stark Enterprise while she was in college earning her degree in Cyber Security. When she found out about the OutReach almost four years ago, she was among the first individuals to be hired. Now, she was staring at the CFO and Prince who moved her up rank because she did such an amazing job. She never got the chance to personally thank Prince N’Jadaka. She wished she could thank him in a few ways; hugging him and sucking his dick.

Prince N’Jadaka sported a chestnut-colored turtle neck with a pair of grey Burberry slim fit slacks. He wore his gold-rimmed glasses today and his dreads were braided back with a fresh line up. She wondered if his hair smelled like mango butter. He was tall and large, his body probably covered in muscles. He had that tapered waist that she liked and strong toned legs. Prince N’Jadaka always got her hot and bothered through the video calls. The Dominatrix in her wanted to overpower him. It burned her desire to control a man who was so much bigger and more intimidating than her. Bring him to his knees, put him in chains and cuffs, beat him with a paddle and whips. Scratch his skin, bite him, edge him until the tip of his dick purpled with the need to erupt like a volcano, make him moan, use that mouth of his to sit on like her favorite chair and ride him like a madwoman, grab his dreads and ram his face into her pussy...

Y/N snapped the pen in her hand. She was that turned on that she applied force to one of her pens. All of that sounded nice, making Prince N’Jadaka her sex slave; her sub. But she was never going to meet him as far as she was concerned.

“Any questions?” He asked with his husky voice. A series of “no” spilled from everyone’s mouths.

“Good, you know what to do if something comes to mind. Shoot me an email and I’ll have my team get back to you so we can schedule a one on one chat. Enjoy the rest of your day, ukuvalelisa (farewell).”

“ukuvalelisa” Everyone said back before the meeting adjourned. Her screen went black, the OutReach Center logo spinning in front of her indicating that her computer was asleep. Y/N had a lot of paperwork to take care of so she may have to skip lunch. Grabbing her phone, she pulled up the app to control Candy’s vibrator. Without warning the girl she set it on a pattern that she created before cracking her knuckles to get to work. A message came through on her phone that she glanced at but refused to respond to. She made her cum hard now it was her turn.

Mama! I almost fell out of my chair! Mama my pussy is throbbing omg!

Y/N smiles mischievously before increasing the intensity on the vibrations.

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Archangel: High Society

Format: Prose / Fiction, one-shot

Word Count: c. 8,400

Krueger and Khai embark on a rescue operation deep in enemy territory, where they come face to face with a dangerous foe.

Warning(s): blood, violence, brief nudity

Khai sat at the conference room desk buried in charts and reports, long after everyone else had left the office. She thought she would get better at it with time, but long after Simon’s passing her work as the Manhattan Branch’s controller hadn’t gotten any easier.

Somehow it seemed more difficult after the promotion was made formal just a few short weeks ago.

She leaned back in the old chair and sighed, resting her glasses on the stack of papers that never seemed to shrink. She shut her eyes and rubbed her eyelids with her thumb and first finger as she wondered how the Partners could ever think she was even remotely qualified to run the place.

The ringing phone was a welcome distraction. She straightened up and answered without putting her spectacles back on. “Elizabeth Khai’s office,” she answered. She still wasn’t used to saying that.

“Liz?” the man on the other end said. His age added a rasp to his voice. “Chuck Silvio. Congratulations again on your promotion.”

“Oh, thank you, Mr. Silvio.” She relaxed a little, leaning back in the chair again and crossing her legs. “It’s been a while, how are you these days?”

“Not bad, not bad. The Miami weather’s good for me.”

“I bet,” she said with a chuckle. In her mind’s eye she could see him leaning back in his chair at the office, mirroring her posture. She turned in her chair to watch the rain drops streak down the window overlooking Sixth Avenue. “Beats the hell out of the cold rain.”

“Oh, it gets plenty wet here too,” he commented, matching her laugh. “Trust me.”

“I’ll take your word for it… So, what can I do for you?”

“You remember my little shithead son, right?”

“CJ? Of course.” Khai reached out for her glasses and put them back on one-handed. “As I recall, Specialist Krueger and I helped him out of a mess with the Company last year.”

“And I can’t thank you two enough for that,” Silvio added. “Really… But those connections don’t wash away so easy. The Jackass is going to some kind of get-together in Williamsburg, Virginia,” he began. “A big gala on the water at the end of the week.”

“Williamsburg is Company territory,” Khai noted. “You think they’re trying him again?”

“Not a doubt in my mind,” he said, “and I need to borrow Mr. Krueger to get him out of another mess.”

“He’s cleaning up a snafu in Cape Cod,” Khai noted, consulting her desktop calendar partially obscured by a takeout container from Tillman’s in which sat a half-eaten steak sandwich and handful of fries. “He should be back tomorrow night, but I’m not certain as to what his schedule looks like afterward.”

“I talked to Isaac,” Silvio said. “He’ll be available.”

Khai offered a shrug as if he could see it. “Well, alright..! I’ll get him in the schedule and make the arrangements.”

“Perfect,” Silvio said as Khai keyed the password to her desktop computer. “One of my guys got his hands on a few tickets, we can have one overnighted to you.” She summoned Krueger’s calendar to enter his travel dates.

She paused before saving the entry and leaned back in her chair again. “Say, do you think you can send two tickets up here?”

“Thinking about attending a waterside gala, Miss Khai?” His smirk was audible.

“I did pick up this lovely gown the other day,” she jested. “I need an excuse to wear it… I can have Everett keep an eye on things while I’m away.”

“I’m sure he’d be happy to cover for you while you’re out having some fun,” Silvio chuckled. “I’ll send a pair of tickets up to the Branch. Thanks again for this, Liz.”

“You’re very welcome, Mr. Silvio. Enjoy the rest of your evening.” Khai hit the lever in the phone’s cradle to end the call with Silvio, then released it to dial his number.

He answered after a few rings. “Good evening, Miss Khai,” he said.

“Hello, there,” she charmed. “You feel like taking me someplace nice this weekend?”

~~~~

Krueger reviewed the fabric samples the tailor offered him, and after narrowing down his selection for the outer layer to a solid black and textured medium gray, revisited the options for the lining. “Do you do waistcoats as well?” he asked the tailor.

“Certainly,” he replied.

Krueger nodded. He looked over his shoulder at Khai, in the room with them with her gown folded over her arms. He picked a few fabric samples up off the table and held them out in front of him, lining them up with the portion of the gown he could see from where he stood. He shut one eye as he scrutinized each sample; each of them matched the shade of her gown almost perfectly. “What shoes will you be wearing?” he asked her.

“The black ankle strap round-toes,” she said. “With the red soles.”

Krueger knew them. That narrowed his decision down. “This one,” he said, handing it to the tailor.

“Excellent choice,” he noted. He jotted the selections down in his note pad. “What style did you want for them?”

“British.”

“And the fit?”

“Modern.”

“And that’s two buttons, yes? The same as before?”

“Two buttons, that’s right,” Krueger nodded. “I’ll need a shirt as well.”

“Of course,” the tailor said. “Give me a moment and I’ll return with the samples.” The tailor took his leave with his notes.

Shortly after he left, another person entered the room—a brown-skinned man in his early thirties with a ten day beard. “Sorry you guys,” he said. “Collision on the Belt Parkway took out the left lane.”

“No worries, Brandon. We haven’t left yet.”

Krueger arched a brow at their newcomer.

“Oh, right,” Khai noted, “you two haven’t formally met… Milo this is Brandon Desmoulins, my tech expert out of Brooklyn.”

“The one who decrypted Orham’s files?” Krueger said, offering the man a hand to shake. “Nice to finally meet you.”

“No, the honor is mine, Mr. Krueger.” Brandon shook Krueger’s hand, then reached into his jacket pocket to pull a pair of two-by-six inch slivers of card stock. Khai recognized them as the gala tickets. “They’re usually keyed to the individuals who purchased them, but our guys in the Southeast Region were able to wipe these two. Which means,” he continued as he retrieved his laptop from his backpack, “We got a pair of blank slates for you guys.” He opened the computer and took a seat at the table.

“Well,” Khai said, taking a spot beside Krueger as she looked over Brandon’s shoulder at the monitor, “I’ve never been somebody else before, so why not?”

“You can be the Queen of England if you like.”

“Sure,” Khai scoffed. “I’m the spitting image of her.”

“You know,” Krueger jested. “I think I see it. Turn your head a little…”

“Oh, like this..?” she added laughing to herself. “And you, Sebastian?”

“Not this time,” he noted. “The Company knows Sebastian Weber. They said my eyes gave me away in Miami, I’ll need a disguise as well as a new name.”

Brandon turned in his seat to look at him. “You look like a Michael to me.” He brought his hand to his lip as he considered naming him. “Michael Fff… Fuchs.”

Krueger shrugged. “That works.”

“Mike Fuchs it is,” Brandon declared. He loaded one of the tickets into a fist-sized portable printer and keyed in Krueger’s new alias. In moments, the device wrote a barcode and etched the name into the document’s face. “Hope you like it, cos it’s too late to change. As for the peepers, we should be able to get you contact lenses pretty easily.”

Krueger nodded. “The more common the color the better.”

“Can’t go wrong with brown ones… and you.” He turned over his other shoulder to look at Khai. “I’m thinking Samantha. Samantha…”

“Nguyen,” she suggested.

“Good as anything else, I guess.” He loaded Khai’s ticket into the printer and coded it to her new identity. When the printer was done he presented them their tickets. “There we go—Michael Fuchs and Samantha Nguyen. Just a pair of run-of-the-mill socialites and definitely not high ranking members of the Marlow Partners’ organization.”

Khai took the tickets and studied them before handing Krueger his. “Nice work as always.”

“For you two, nothing but the best.” He shut his laptop and returned it to his backpack. “There is one more thing—I keyed in Vizier Status to those tickets, it’ll let you carry a pistol on the premises. Probably not necessary, but if you guys are going into the lions’ den, I figured you’d prefer to be armed.”

“Good thinking,” Krueger nodded.

Khai checked the clock on the far wall. “Don’t know if we’ll have time to head to the armory today—”

“No need,” Krueger said. “I know exactly what I’ll take for this one—the Five-Seven. With hollow points.”

“Not the armor penetrators?”

“I’d like to avoid collateral damage,” he said. “Even there.”

Khai couldn’t disagree with his logic. “Fair enough. I’ll just have to swing by after hours and see what I’ll be able to conceal in this.”

The tailor returned to the room with another collection of fabrics. “Here we are,” he said. “Given what I understand about this gathering, I went ahead and narrowed down the usual selection.”

Krueger walked over to view what was offered. Immediately he was drawn to a textured sanguine red.

“Do you like that one?”

“I do,” Krueger admitted. “But that’s not what we’re here for today…” He redirected his glance to something more conservative and examined the samples. “Can you conceal the buttons?”

“I certainly can. What color do you want for them?”

“Black.”

Khai leaned against the table beside Brandon as she observed the two of them, her gown still folded over her arms. “So,” she said to him.

“So..?”

“So does he live up to your expectations?”

“Honestly?” Brandon returned with a whisper. “I thought he would be taller.”

 ~~~~~~

Krueger opened his door and stepped out of the limousine when the driver brought the vehicle to a stop. He offered Khai his hand and helped her out of the car as they walked up the red carpet to an elegant villa overlooking the James River, nestled in the heart of a luxurious resort and golf club. A black evening shawl rested on her shoulders beneath her hair and draped over her contours, drawing any onlookers’ eyes to her crimson long sleeve gown with a thigh-high slit up the right side. She traded her usual eyewear for contact lenses and colored her lips the same shade as the gown. Her shoes called attention to Krueger’s outfit—a black suit and tie over a crisp white shirt and crimson waistcoat with a subdued black print.

Together they approached the open front door of the venue, where they presented their invitations to the staffer there. He reviewed their tickets and asked if they were carrying; Krueger opened his jacket to expose the Five-Seven tucked in the holster under his left arm. The staffer cleared them for entry and directed them to the coat check a few yards into the foyer, where Khai deposited her shawl and looked up a grand stair case that split toward the top as it led to the second floor.

“No hassle so far,” she noted sotto voce.

“Don’t let your guard down,” Krueger whispered as they went deeper into the building and found their way to the main atrium. “We’re in the hornets’ nest now.”

Khai took a breath as she beheld the main atrium, an ornately decorated love letter to excess and decadence. Marble columns stretched from floor to ceiling in each of the room’s four corners, and a gargantuan crystal chandelier dangled from the center to illuminate the room. Bicolor marble tiles covered the entire floor space, and the walls were adorned with recreations of famous paintings watching over the tables and dance floor. Finally a huge pair of French doors opened up to a terrace overlooking the water and setting sun, where there were likely more food and drink stations to satisfy the patrons there.

“Remember,” he continued, “we’re here for Silvio.”

“Right,” she nodded. “I remember.” She scanned the room some more, noting the food stations along one wall ending in a carving table, and the well-appointed bar opposite them. “It’s just a shame we have to be here for work.”

“Well,” Krueger smirked, resting his hand on her hip to pull her closer, “maybe Michael Fuchs and Samantha Nguyen can return and spend a week on the resort grounds someday.”

“Don’t you go giving me ideas now…” She brushed her hand on the small of his back as she took a few steps deeper into the room. “We’ll cover more ground if we spit up to work the room.”

“I’ll start outside,” Krueger said, and they went their separate ways to look for CJ Silvio.

 ~~

They met up at the inside bar after a futile forty minutes. Khai ordered a glass of pinot noir while Krueger ordered a gin martini. “Did you fare any better than me?” he asked her, leaning against the mahogany finish.

Khai shook her head after thanking the bartender for her wine and taking a sip. “His father said he would be here.”

“Is he usually late to gatherings like this?”

“I don’t think he’s ever been to a gathering like this,” she jested, turning around and leaning against the bar top to look at the room again. “Way too classy an audience for him—” her eyes widened and jaw gaped for a moment before springing around to turn her back to the room and mouthing “shit..!”

“What is it?”

“White tux,” she responded with an almost inaudible whisper. “Don’t look.”

Krueger discreetly scanned the room to try and spot the person or thing that so completely and immediately terrified her. “I think I see him,” he said, matching her tone. “Tall, gray, handsome fellow?”

“That’s Osiris. In the flesh.”

Krueger turned back to face Khai and accept his cocktail. “Am I supposed to know who that is?”

“Roland Preston,” she explained, maintaining her volume. “He controls Company operations across the entire Eastern Seaboard and as far west as Chicago. He’s every bad day Isaac and Charles ever had.” She paused to consider the implications of his presence. “If he’s here for the same reason we are…”

“Then we better find CJ first,” Krueger surmised.

Khai nodded. “Alright, new plan,” she said as she straightened herself up and took another sip of wine to collect herself. “We stick together.” She took Krueger’s hand and led him toward the French doors and the terrace beyond them. “We stay out of his sight, find someplace with good visibility to look for Silvio, then collect him and get out of here.”

“And if Osiris finds him before we do?”

Khai took a breath. “Then I hope you have more bullets than there are bodyguards in this place.”

 ~~

The two of them stayed on the terrace overlooking the water for the remainder of cocktail hour, and when the time came for them to find their seats they quietly made their way to a table near the dance floor with a good view of the bar. As Krueger understood, they would have the best chance of spotting CJ Silvio from there.

About twenty minutes into the reception, his wager paid off. He spotted CJ Silvio, dressed in a neat black suit and tie, nearly running after a blonde woman in a short dress on his way to the bar. It was obvious to Krueger that this woman wanted nothing to do with him anymore, and it appeared Young Silvio was looking to redeem himself after some unseen slight. After a short while he gave up and turned to get the bartender’s attention.

“I think we should order a drink,” he said, subtly gesturing the bar.

Khai followed his nod to the person in question. “Good idea.”

She stood up shortly after him and followed Krueger toward their target, but they were intercepted by a tall, classically handsome green eyed man with gray swept-back hair and manicured mustache. “And here I thought I was well-dressed this evening, then you two come along and show me up so elegantly.” He addressed them with a rich, honeyed voice, wearing a white tuxedo jacket and dark slacks with a crisp black bowtie. “I don’t believe we’ve met,” he said, offering Khai his hand. “Roland Preston. This is my gala.”

Khai discreetly swallowed her terror and flashed him a warm smile. “I wondered whose party this was!” she extolled. “Samantha Nguyen,” she said, shaking his hand. “And this is my partner, Michael.”

Krueger followed her lead, keeping CJ in sight. “Michael Fuchs,” he introduced himself. “This is a lovely party,” he continued as he shook Osiris’s hand.

“Thank you very much, Mr. Fuchs,” he said. “So, tell me how it is I’ve never seen you here before, dressed like that.”

“Kind of a long story,” Khai said. “Mike, would you mind?” she said, gesturing the bar.

“Of course,” he said, making his way toward the indicated area. “You had the pinot noir, yes?”

“I did, thank you.” She redirected her attention to Osiris, guiding him away from CJ as she explained. “Michael and I run a small IT setup. We were stationed in Southern California until last December, but we found a better opportunity out here.”

“Is that so?” Osiris returned. “And how are you liking the East Coast so far?”

“Oh, we love it! It’s like we’ve lived here all our lives..!”

 ~~

Krueger made his way to the bar as Khai distracted Osiris, and stationed himself adjacent to CJ as he ordered a pinot noir and gin martini, slipping the bartender a few bills. “No frozen margaritas here, unfortunately,” he said to him.

CJ looked over his shoulder at the other man. “Huh?”

“This isn’t a poolside party. You’ll have to order smarter if you want to blend into this crowd. You can’t go wrong with one of the classics. A martini, or an Old-Fashioned if that’s more your speed.”

CJ quickly shook his head, befuddled. “Do I know you, man?”

“You do.” He finally turned to face CJ. “Also not a great idea to chase women here. Especially not when you have a baby on the way.”

CJ shut his eyes tight and opened them again as he leaned in, squinting at Krueger as he placed where he’d seen him before. “Sebastian—?”

“Not tonight. Tonight I’m accompanying your boss while she and I do your father a favor.” He gestured to his right at Osiris and Khai as they conversed. “Before you make a fool of yourself and say something you’ll regret, yes that is her in red. And she’s stopping that man from finding out who you are, because if he did, you’ll be dead by dawn or worse.”

Speechless, CJ looked over his shoulder at Khai and Osiris, then back at Krueger.

CJ’s disbelief informed Krueger he was completely unaware of the depth of the trouble he was in. “We’re trying to help you,” Krueger continued, “so let us help you. Leave,” he ordered. “Get your coat, call a taxi, and get as far away from this city as you can as quickly as you can. And then call your father to apologize.”

CJ nodded sheepishly, then retreated from the main atrium back toward the entrance.

Krueger watched Silvio exit the room as he reclaimed his drinks from the bartender, making sure he thanked him.

“Mr. Fuchs,” Osiris got Krueger’s attention. “Samantha was just telling me you head security for your company.”

He turned to face Osiris, having to turn his gaze upward slightly to establish eye contact. “That’s right,” he said, handing Khai her beverage. “I used to be a consultant in the field, but she made me a better offer,” he said with a smirk. “She still lets me freelance every now and then.”

“It keeps him happy,” Khai jested. “He would get bored otherwise.”

“Boy do I understand that,” Osiris added, laughing. “Would you mind lending me your input for a moment? I’ve been looking for ways to tighten security and upgrade networks for a few of my operations, and I can benefit from an outside opinion.”

Krueger and Khai discreetly shot each other looks. “I wouldn’t want to impose,” he said.

“Please, it won’t take much time at all,” he charmed. “Then I’ll leave you to enjoy the rest of your evening.”

“I suppose it couldn’t hurt,” Khai said.

“Excellent,” Osiris extolled. “If you’d follow me to my office upstairs,” he gestured the hallway before them. “You can take your drinks with you.”

“Lead the way,” Krueger said. He put himself between Khai and Osiris as they followed him out the main atrium and toward the front lobby.

 ~~

“So what did you say your industry was, Mr. Preston?” Krueger asked.

“Logistics, primarily,” Osiris answered, leading Krueger and Khai up the stairs. “Transportation of goods, and occasionally providing security services for those transported goods… the yardstick to inter-state commerce.” He turned left at the split to lead them down a hallway, and Krueger kept a mental tally of the staff they passed. “But some people don’t see it that way,” he lamented. “They would see my logistics operation crumble, and have attacked me through less-than-legal means,” he explained as he turned right and led them into an elegant office space. A mahogany desk sat before a massive window, to their left was a floor-to-ceiling bookshelf, and to their right a coffee table and lounge area with a few cozy-looking couches. The carpet below their feet was a rich red. “So I’ll have to do the same, if I’m going to survive,” he concluded, turning to face them.

“Uh-huh… and these less-than-legal methods,” Khai put forth as Krueger went to rest his martini on the lounge table, “how do you presume we’ll be able to help you?” She turned to look over her shoulder as two more staffers closed the office doors behind them. Once again she closed the distance between Krueger and herself.

Osiris simply smirked and stepped aside, allowing them to see a shiny piece of gold-colored metal atop the mahogany desk. “Do either of you know what this is?”

They could both see it was a gun, a large hand cannon with a long, ported slide and barrel. Neither of them recognized the exact model.

Osiris picked the firearm up off the desk and held it in his hand. “This was a gift from some associates out west,” he explained. “It’s big, heavy, impossible to conceal, and poorly designed.” He reversed the gun in his hand to show them the lack of padding on the rear of the grip. “It shoots giant bullets, and has nothing to ease the recoil from those bullets, so it hurts every single time I shoot it. I don’t have the heart to tell the guys who gave this to me how much I hate it, but,” he continued as he loaded a five-round magazine into the hand cannon, “it makes a statement. Just know that every time I pull the trigger, I really want the guy or girl on the business end of this thing to understand that statement. So… to answer your question, Miss Khai,” he added as he pulled back the slide and released to chamber a round. “I think you’re opinion on what’s less than legal is well-qualified, as that is your area of expertise.”

Khai blinked and recoiled as her stomach sank when he called her by name. She backed toward the door almost subconsciously as Krueger stepped up between them to shield her.

Osiris’s lip curled into a sinister smirk as he stepped up to close the distance between them. “Yes,” he began. “I know who you are, Elizabeth Margaret Khai. Operations Controller for the Marlow Partners up north. I knew who you were the moment I laid eyes on you. Which would make you,” he directed his gaze—and cannon—to Krueger, “the specialist she hired to make sense of the organization again… Sebastian Weber? But we both know that’s not your real name. Neither is Michael Fuchs.”

“Congratulations,” Krueger commented, “you’re clairvoyant.”

“Don’t be so hard on yourselves,” he said, “you certainly would have fooled anybody else.” He took a few more steps toward them, and had them backed against the wall. “You know, you cost me a lot in Miami, Specialist—it took years to get three of my guys close to Silvio’s son… But they succeeded posthumously; he ended up here tonight after all. So while I can’t be too angry with you, holding onto any amount of anger is unhealthy. So…” He lowered the hand cannon to abdomen-level and fired, catching Krueger in the left ribs and dropping him to the floor almost instantly.

Khai stifled a scream and jumped away from them, back toward the lounge table as Osiris freed his hand. He held onto the cannon with his left as he rhythmically flexed his right and winced, groaning. She distanced herself further from him, heading toward the mahogany desk by the window as her eyes darted from Osiris in front of her to Krueger motionless on the floor. As Osiris looked back over his shoulder to face her she wished, prayed, Krueger would start moving again.

“Now there’s the matter of what punishment best suits you,” he dictated. “Maybe Young Silvio can give us some ideas. What do you think?”

“I think you’re a little late for his opinion,” Khai said, consciously slowing her speech just enough to hide her fear from him.

“Am I?” he queried. He took a conspicuous glance at the watch on his left wrist, and CJ Silvio was brought into the office by two of the staffers mere moments later, sporting a split lip and bleeding brow. Osiris dropped his hand and approached her again, carrying his cannon, and she recoiled almost immediately, but was stopped by the desk behind her. “Did you really think I would let any of you leave this place alive?”

Motion in Khai’s periphery gave her the cue she so desperately looked for earlier, giving her the boost in confidence she needed to act. “Lapse in judgement,” she said, shrugging. “Happens to the best of us.” She immediately threw her right knee into Osiris’s groin and dove to her left, hitting the floor and reaching for a subcompact Glock 26 she had holstered on the inside of her left thigh as Krueger—still on the floor—reached for his Five-Seven.

Krueger raised his handgun and fired six times in rapid succession, landing all his shots in Osiris’s back, while Khai struck each of the staffers in the room twice with well-placed shots from her handgun.

Osiris collapsed to his hands and knees, taking a labored breath as he turned to face Krueger, Khai, and CJ. He raised his hand cannon one more time, but lacked the strength to keep it at the ready; he dropped the gun to the floor and fell onto his side, coughing blood and grabbing at his chest.

Slowly, Krueger made it to his knees and holstered his weapon, then moved his hand to his side while he doubled over in pain. He propped himself up against the doorway while he tried to catch his breath.

When she was sure he wasn’t too badly hurt, Khai sat up to re-holster her handgun then stood to look down at Osiris. She crouched down to pick up his hand cannon and raised it one-handed to hold him in the sights. “The Partners send their regards,” she said. Then she squeezed the trigger, striking Osiris in the chest.

The recoil nearly wrenched the cannon from her grip. Shocked, she looked at the weapon in her hand in disbelief. She realized Osiris wasn’t lying about the weapon’s design flaws, but ultimately agreed with him about its ability to make a statement.

She rushed over to Krueger and knelt down in front of him, placing Osiris’s hand cannon on the floor to examine his wound. To her relief, she found he wasn’t bleeding. “Are you alright?”

Krueger nodded. “Armor saved my life,” he noted between shallow breaths.

This, as well as his apparent refusal to remove his right hand from his left side, worried Khai. She looked up at CJ, who was just getting back onto his feet after the violence that unfolded around him. “We have to get him out of here now,” she declared.

CJ agreed. “Say no more,” he said. “When they scooped me up they brought me back in through a side entrance. We can use it to slip away without them noticing.” He went to stand and wipe some blood from his brow.

“Do you remember where that exit is, by any chance?”

“End of the hall to the right.” CJ went toward the front door to pull a fire alarm mounted near it. “That should buy us some more time and cover.”

“Good thinking…” She turned back to address Krueger. “I’m going to help you up, Milo,” she said, taking his hand in hers and putting his arm around her shoulders. She propped him up onto his feet and stood up with him; when she was sure he could stand on his own, she retrieved her Glock from its holster once more and eyed CJ. “Let’s go.”

“You don’t have to tell me twice,” CJ noted. He searched the two bodies on the floor next to him, and found a set of car keys.

 ~~

Khai peered around the doorway into the hall, and popped back behind cover after spotting half a dozen armed men and women on their way up the stairs, likely to investigate the noise in Osiris’s office. “Damn it,” she hissed. “I hope you’re a good shot, CJ.”

“He won’t have to be,” Krueger said, retrieving his Five-Seven from inside his jacket and handing it to him. “Keep their heads down with this, get them to retreat to the lobby while we find our way down.”

CJ reluctantly took the handgun and took a breath to prepare himself. Then he popped out from behind the doorway and squeezed the trigger several times in the general direction of the event staff. Khai and Krueger took the opportunity to make a break further down the hallway, and CJ scrambled to follow them as he emptied the magazine down the hall.

They made it to the emergency exit stairwell at end of the hall, just where CJ said it would be, by the time the gun was dry. Khai turned around and un-holstered her Glock, bracing herself against the doorway, and took aim. She targeted not the guards but the light fixtures above them. She fired three times at the one between them and her, and succeeded in breaking the thin chain that held it to drop the chandelier and slow the guards.

In the chaos and panic among the other guests, they snuck out the side and around the back of the villa to a parking lot. CJ led them through, tapping the unlock button on the key fob he lifted to guide them to the car it belonged to. When he found the SUV, he hopped into the driver’s seat while Khai joined Krueger in the back to nurse his wound. CJ put the car into drive and took off, passing an oncoming ambulance on his way off the resort grounds.

“Easy,” Khai said from the back seat. “We don’t need to call any attention to ourselves.” She undid Krueger’s waistcoat and shirt, then carefully opened the body armor underneath. She turned the light on above them to get a better look, noting a small cut in his side where the bullet struck the armor as well as some bruising and swelling, confirming her fears. “See if you can find a pharmacy,” she said. “Or anywhere we can pick up a first aid kit. We need to treat his rib fracture.”

“Not to question you,” he said, “but is that really for the best? We should probably get out of Williamsburg, or at least as far away from the resort as possible.”

Krueger nodded. “I agree. Call your father or Isaac. See if they can arrange to get us out of here.” He winced as he straightened up in his seat. “Then we can worry about fixing me.”

 ~~

Khai waited with Krueger in the parking lot of a CVS some twenty miles from the resort, and conferred with Charles Silvio over the phone while CJ went inside to pick up the first aid supplies she detailed for him. Upon his return with the equipment, Khai explained the situation for them all to hear.

“I spoke to your father,” she said, opening the rear door to step out and meet him outside the idling car. “He thinks the best thing for us right now is to lie low for the night while the dust settles, then he’ll send somebody in the morning for us.”

“So we’re spending the night here?” CJ confirmed. “Balls deep in hostile territory..?”

“I’m afraid so…”

“We’ll need lodging,” Krueger said from the car’s rear bench. “I spotted a discreet motel on the way here.”

“That’s perfect,” Khai said. “They shouldn’t ask questions.” She took the first aid supplies from CJ and stepped back into the car. “Take us to the motel,” she ordered.

“Yes ma’am,” CJ sighed.

 ~~

Upon their arrival at the motel, CJ stopped the engine to let Khai out and the two of them helped Krueger onto his feet. He followed them from the car to the entrance, and together they made it to the reception area and got the host’s attention.

“Welcome and good evening,” he said. “How may I help you?”

“Hi,” Khai said, fighting to filter the adrenaline from her voice as she spoke to him. “We’ll need three rooms for one night. Next to each other, if that can be helped.”

“Of course,” the receptionist said. “Can I have a name and credit card on file for your stay?”

Krueger reached into his inside jacket pocket and retrieved a stack of neatly folded $100 bills. He placed it on the countertop and slid it toward the receptionist. “Ben Franklin,” he said.

The receptionist looked up at Krueger, then down at the cash, and then back up to Krueger. Nodding, he retrieved three sets of keys from under his desk. “Rooms 203, 204, and 205,” he said. “Enjoy your stay, Mr. Franklin.”

“Danke schön.” Krueger took the keys and turned to lead his companions to their rooms. On the way handed CJ one of the keys and $200. “Go to the Goodwill down the road,” he ordered. “Get some cheap clothes that won’t draw attention and deliver them to my room.”

“Y-you bet.” CJ looked at Khai, and back at Krueger. “Um, what’s her size?”

“Take a guess.” Krueger slid the key into his door and entered. Khai followed him inside with the first aid supplies, leaving CJ to walk to the car and fetch their disguises.

 ~~

Krueger rested his jacket on the back of a chair then went to the bathroom to wash his hands and splash water on his face one-handed. He worked on his shirt while Khai washed up in the bathroom behind him, peering over her shoulder every so often to check on him.

She fished her glasses out of her evening handbag and swapped her contact lenses for them just in time to watch Krueger roll his shoulder, painfully, to get out of his shirt and waistcoat and let them fall to the floor. She saw him struggle to remove the body armor and stepped in to intervene. “Let me,” she said. Gently, she peeled it off of his torso and stepped back to let him walk forward a little. Her eyes lingered on the numerous old battle wounds that were still visible on his bare back and chest.

Krueger tightened his one fist and gingerly held his side with his other hand, covering the growing purple blotch in his side as he slowly sat at the foot of the bed. He shut his eyes and exhaled a profanity before looking back at Khai. “Far from my first broken rib,” he said. “But I never did get used to the pain.”

She bent over to pick his shirt and waistcoat up off the floor and went to the chair his jacket rested over to place them with it. “Good,” she replied, stepping out of her stilettoes on her way to the first aid supplies in their bags by the door. “I’d be worried about you if you were so accident-prone.” She retrieved a bottle of isopropyl solution and a cotton ball from the first-aid kit, opened the bottle, and tilted it onto the cotton ball a few times to absorb enough antiseptic to disinfect the cut. Then, carefully, she applied the cotton ball to the shallow cut in his side. “This doesn’t get any more fun each time,” she added playfully.

“It’s a lot less fun to endure,” he returned. “Believe me.”

“I’ll take your word for it…” She retrieved a fresh cotton ball from the kit and gingerly dabbed the wound to dry it, conscientious of what was beneath the tender skin. Then she reached into the bag for a cold compress. “You know what comes next, right?”

Krueger nodded. “I’m ready for it.”

“I’m sorry in advance,” she said. Then she gently pressed the ice pack to his side, applying just enough pressure to hold it in place.

Krueger winced a little, but didn’t protest much otherwise. “Don’t be. I’m just happy to have you here fixing me. I could have been doing this alone.”

She paused a little at his remark, realizing how different things might have gone tonight if she weren’t there. She considered how far from fine it all went, and felt responsible. She opened her mouth to speak but was interrupted by a knock on the door.

“Silvio,” he said.

He was probably right, but she couldn’t ignore other possibilities. “Hold that in place,” she said, then stood up to approach the door, reaching for her Glock resting on the inside of her thigh as she got closer to the peephole. When she confirmed Krueger’s assertion, she holstered the handgun and leaned against the wall to let CJ into the room, carrying bags from the Goodwill store, CVS and a fast food eatery.

“Disguises in here,” he said, laying the Goodwill bag down. “There was also change enough for some overnight stuff—you know toothbrushes, toothpaste, the like. And finally some cheeseburgers, since none of us ate dinner at the resort party... you guys don’t have any dietary restrictions, right?”

Khai shook her head.

Krueger shrugged. “It’s my cheat day.”

“Sure,” he continued, not sure whether he was joking. “Cheat day... One for you, Miss Khai,” he said, handing her one canary-yellow wrapper. “One for, well I would have said Sebastian, but—”

“Krueger.”

“Huh?”

“My name is Milo Krueger.”

Khai nodded, mid-chew. “I can confirm.”

“Right. One for Mr. Krueger…” He reached across Khai to hand him a cheeseburger. “And mine is in the bag… I split the clothes up to make it easier for everyone. Krueger and I are about the same size, so he was wasn’t a problem. For you, I got the smallest things I could find.”

Khai chuckled. “Thanks for trying to flatter me, but it’s for a day. I’m sure I’d be able to manage if you got my size wrong.”

“Well, I guess that’s true.” CJ stood up, taking his bags with him towards the door. “Is there anything else you guys need?”

“I’ll head back after I finish up here. Thank you, CJ.”

“You bet. I’ll, uh, see you tomorrow.” Then CJ Silvio turned and exited the room to return to his quarters for the night.

 ~~

Khai waited a few moments after CJ left, then stood up from her spot to deposit her cheeseburger wrapper in the bathroom trash bin. She quickly washed and dried her hands then reached up her back to undo her gown, pulling the zipper all the way down on her own and paring it off her slender frame, leaving only a black strapless bra and panties to cover herself. She folded the gown over itself as neatly as she could and crossed the room to place it on the chair with Krueger’s clothes, then removed her garter holster and handgun to rest them there as well. “No way I’m letting you sleep alone tonight,” she said returning to the clothing bags CJ left behind and finding hers. She threw a t-shirt on and went back to the bathroom to grab a few hand towels, then returned to Krueger’s side to take the ice pack away.  “You should eat.”

“I’m not hungry,” Krueger said.

“I know. But your body will need the nutrients if you want to start healing.”

If Krueger protested, he didn’t show it. He laid the cheeseburger wrapper in his lap to free its contents, then took hold of and bit into it, chewing slowly.

Khai placed the hand towels against his side and had Krueger hold them there while she went to the first-aid kit. She peeled a length of medical tape from the roll and fastened it to Krueger’s sternum, crossing the soft towels and sticking the other end to his back to hold them in place. “You know, you scared the crap out of me tonight,” she admitted.

Krueger swallowed. “How so?”

“When Osiris shot you, you… just fell.” She repeated her actions with another length of tape. “And when you didn’t get up, I thought...” She paused for a bit with a third length of tape to stop her voice from wobbling. “I thought I’d lost you.” She retrieved a pressure bandage and unraveled it, starting to wrap it around his core.

Krueger chewed some more as he put his thoughts together, then swallowed. By now he knew her well enough to know she would be blaming herself for what happened somehow. “It’s not your fault, Liz,” he confided.

“I didn’t have to come with you, but I did. You heard Osiris, he spotted me first.” She secured the bandage in place with the included fasteners and looked up to make eye contact with him, her hand falling into his lap. “If I weren’t there he would never have found us, and you wouldn’t have come that close to dying.” She shut her eyes and shook her head, cursing herself.

“You don’t know that, Liz,” Krueger said. He placed the rest of the cheeseburger into its wrapper to lay his hand on hers. “He could have spotted me anyway, or gotten to Silvio before I could if you hadn’t been there to distract him. I wouldn’t have even known who he was if not for you.” He moved his hand to her cheek and she looked back up at him. “It’s impossible to tell what could have happened if things were different,” he continued. “You can’t blame yourself for something you couldn’t have foreseen. Nobody can predict everything, what’s important is that we all made it out alive. People like us aren’t always so lucky,” he finally said. “I know this.”

Khai took his words to heart and exhaled to calm herself again. Then she stood up, took his face in her hands and placed two kisses square on his mouth. “Don’t you dare get killed out there, Milo Krueger,” she appealed.

“I wouldn’t dream of it.”

 ~~~~

Khai kept his promise to him, spending the night by his side and treating his wound as needed. They finally drifted off to sleep after several hours, and when they awoke the next morning Khai took a phone call from Charles Silvio letting her know their transport would be there within sixty minutes.

Khai dressed herself in the pullover hoodie and jeans CJ picked out for her and gathered the rest of her belongings. “Shame about Samantha and Michael,” she jested. “It doesn’t look like they’ll be back to that resort any time soon.”

“Looks that way,” Krueger said, easing a zip-up hoodie over his left shoulder to keep the pressure off his healing ribs. “That’s why I picked up a souvenir.” He walked over to where his suit was folded and reached for the holster, revealing Osiris’s gold-plated hand cannon. “It seemed a shame to leave it behind.” He held it out for her to take.

She picked it up and held it with both hands, running her left thumb over the barrel ports and her right over the slide release. The visible engraved text read AMT AUTOMAG V 50 A.E. Irwindale, CA. “I hate shooting it,” she said with a smirk pulling at the corner of her mouth. “But it makes a hell of a statement.”

“And what better statement to make than owning Osiris’s gun?”

“None better,” she said. She released the magazine and cleared the chamber before placing the gun in her hoodie’s kangaroo pocket, then reached one hand up to caress his cheek and give him a long, appreciative kiss. “Suppose I’d better go maintain the illusion,” she lamented after breaking contact. She returned to the bag that held her gown and shoes from the previous evening, picked it up, and stepped out of Krueger’s room.

“Ja,” he said. “Zurück an die arbeit.” He went back to his suit jacket to fish his belongings out of the jacket and place them into his cargo pants pockets.

 ~~~~

Khai woke CJ and had him get dressed to meet her and Krueger for breakfast, which they shared mostly in silence. And as promised, Charles Silvio’s driver arrived at the motel within the hour to pick them up and take them back to New York. He dropped Krueger and Khai off at his home in Rego Park for her to collect her car, and took CJ home to his apartment in Astoria.

Khai debriefed Isaac Hayden upon her return home. “Krueger can be up and working in as little as fourteen days,” she concluded, “but in a limited capacity. He should be back to full strength within six weeks.”

“I see,” Hayden said over the phone.

“Any updates from the Company?”

“My sources say Osiris was rushed to a hospital nearby. They say he’s comatose, and his prognosis isn’t good, but they weren’t able to get any other details regarding him. He ran the operation closer to the vest than we suspected, however. His generals are scrambling to keep his network at full functionality, and it’s already starting to splinter. We can expect them to back away from us on fronts across the entire Eastern Seaboard while they pull themselves together.”

“The way I see it sir, there’s no better time to push them out of the region than now.”

“You may be right,” he said. “But in so doing we may end up uniting them against us, and the advantage we’ve gained with Osiris’s removal from the field will be gone. I’ll coordinate with Charles and Dana, we’ll apply just enough pressure to keep them off-balance, and let them destroy themselves.”

“Understood, sir.” She poured fresh coffee from the stovetop pot into a mug and took it with her to her living room, setting down on the couch she got from Amelia’s barely a week ago.

“Charles asked me to thank you and Mr. Krueger again for your help with his son, and advised we keep him on a short leash.”

Khai had an idea about that. “What if we have CJ help me out at the branch? Be my assistant, the way I was to William and Simon.”

“Do you feel he’s up to the task?”

“I do. After what the three of us went through down there, I think he’s matured enough to handle the additional responsibilities. And if it doesn’t work, I’m sure his father can find something for him in Miami.” She took a sip of her coffee.

“On that we agree,” he added, almost chuckling. “I’ll have him report to the branch Monday morning for his new assignment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, Miss Khai.”

“Thank you, Mr. Hayden,” she said. “Good night.” She ended the call and put the phone down next to her, savoring her coffee as she admired Osiris’s empty AutoMag resting on the table in front of her. She picked the phone back up and dialed another number.

An older woman answered this time. “Hello? This is Gina.”

Khai leaned back into the couch. “Hey mom.”

“Liz!” she extolled. “It’s so good to hear from you again.”

“I know, it’s been a while. Sorry it took me so long to call back I’ve just been so busy at the branch lately.”

“I bet you have been, Miss Branch Controller..! Your father and I can’t tell you how proud we are of you. Running an operation at your age? That’s unheard of.”

“I did have help,” Khai said, trying to be modest. “And a great set of teachers, so you and dad can take thirty percent of the credit.”

“Is that all you’re willing to give us?” she jested.

“Okay,” Khai conceded, laughing. “Forty, but that’s as high as I’ll go..!”

“I’ll take it,” Gina laughed. “So tell me, what else is new with you?”

“Well,” she said, sinking further into the couch and letting it cradle her. “I just hired an assistant—you know Charles Silvio’s son?”

“Of course.”

“Yeah he’ll be helping me out with all the minutiae, and clear my schedule a little.” She paused briefly before continuing. “Also I met somebody.”

“Did you now?”

“I did.”

“Well, don’t leave me hanging, how’d you two meet?”

“He did some work for the branch a few months ago,” Khai began. “Isaac was so impressed he offered him a permanent position, so he’s with us full-time now. He’s a real sweetheart, too… he treats me well, spoils me… you and dad would love him.”

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