Jian: Cast of Characers

Jian

Cho texted...come upstairs please...my reply was a thumbs up from me.

Cho looking out the big window towards downtown Seattle opened his arms, "We have Mike calling soon with what his email says is a big deal for The Project."

"A hint?"

"No but he was quite serious!"

Then Cho's iPhone rang, Mike! On speakerphone stood there together.

"Fay and Cho I have a phone number for you to call. We need an experienced hand to run The Project after we take over. They have to be tough enough to make decisions and stick to their guns with us behind them. So...' His text arrived on my iPhone..."He's ready to talk, I've primed him. He's expecting you two to call."

We rang off with the news that William was thrilled with the progress. I told Mike we'd meet with Ken here tomorrow evening for dinner.

We sat on the couch in a dim lit room, Cho dialed. "Hello Bill? This Cho and Fay calling from Seattle. Good. Mike said he primed you but left it hanging...Our Project is the takeover of......

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... the ********* Corp."

An intake of breath!

I went on, "We'd like to ask you to run the operation at least for a year so we can get people in place. Of course you'd be welcome to stay longer but that would be up to you."

A pause, "Mike certainly underplayed your Project. Okay for questions?"

"Anything," popped out.

"Authority to hire and fire is important, what are your intentions about the current staff if you're made this effort?"

Grinning at Cho, "We want to sweep away the rightwing nuts and make it real! Not a cheering section. All the principal blowhards are to go, no exceptions! H********, H********, O********...all of them."

There was a choking noise, sounded a bit like laughter, "Bill you Okay?"

Now the laughter was unmistakable, "Damn you're gonna stick to M*********** and his clones! I'm in `if' I can bring some real people from any source?"

"Yes, you pick'em! We have to replace the entire management we want none of the sexual abusers or enablers. We don't care how good they are at their jobs, DONE...OUT...HISTORY!!"

"Clear!"

We talked about the takeover; we wanted to shutdown for a meeting to make the announcement. Bill was good with that.

"You know my experience is with PBS so the profit motive isn't strong in me..."

I laughed almost like Dad Keren in Pattaya so long ago, "Yes but we feel the `force' is strong in you!"

We laughed loudly over that for a minute.

"Fay, love it!"

Cho brought us back, "Bill, we have some feelers out to companies about advertising and it's very encouraging. We believe there is a pent up demand to advertise if the taint of rightwing conspiracies is eradicated."

"I can see that, we make the changes, if we do a good job they'll come I'm sure! And the entertainment side? It seems to be more straight forward?"

"Yes, there's no hurry on that. The other side is the priority. Considering the inflated beyond all bounds salaries they have been paying their `name' leads we should be able to get plenty of great talent without a huge increase in costs."

"Yes and if we hire from other sources perhaps some incredible folks!"

"Bill that's on you. Also you need to get management people in quickly so you don't have an intolerable burden."

Bill laughed, "Well I'm not a young fella anymore but this will energize me! No I will try not to overdo. I have people in mind right now for management. Yes, discretion and leadership will be important factors for me. So I can get started?"

"Absolutely!" Popped out of us both. We talked salary for him, what we wanted to do on the takeover day and lots more. We sent him off with knowing our schedules, iPhone numbers, Gil's name and number, all the emails.

"You two know that there will be blowback, right? Being the face of your group is going to be game changing and possibly not a lot of fun."

We told him we were quite private but understood the risks. I looked at Cho, he nodded. "Bill so you can't be blind-sided...We have a semi-secret we want you to know...I'm a transwoman. Fully transitioned, undetectable but people will be looking so it will come out sooner or later."

"Fay I'm glad you told me. It will add pressure on you and Cho."

We talked about it and I pulled out my iPhone to send him some snaps of us. When he got them we had a deep silence..."Fay you understated your being fully transitioned. Lovely!"

I thanked him, "I take a great picture!"

Laughing felt good. Bill got that we'd be married officially in Thailand and England before The Project blossomed.

I was honest that the whole deal hinged now on the last block of shares from a M*********** family member which would give us voting control after our share buying program was done."

"Then I will do some interviewing. On the QT and without divulging our target. Expenses?"

I told him to contact Gil for anything. She will be focused on this.

The goodbyes included Bill saying this would be a momentous event for America.

Cho and I called the investors one by one. To tell them of Bill hiring on. Ken our Seattle investor was very pleased with getting Bill as he was a big NPR and PBS supporter. We'd see him tomorrow evening.

We went downstairs; I took Gil aside in the kitchen to tell her of Bill's joining us! She knew the name would mean a good deal to many viewers when we went public.

She was dragged over to Andrea, "Guys I want to do second interviews in LA. Once we are there we won't need the 767 for a few days so we send it to New York and here and book seats on commercial flights for their returns, Okay?

They thought it was great! Cho loved it! A kiss reward for him!

Gil was put onto contacting the two in New York and making the arrangements with Kavat in Bangkok.

I readied Jaidee for a walk with Cho and Gil and Andrea. Shira and PJ too. We walked around the neighborhood; the wind had backed off so the night was milder. Jaidee seemed to love the big escort! Not a bit self-conscious about doing his business!!

In the dark under the warm duvet I was mashed onto Cho's nakedness. Kissing and petting he had a smile, "What?"

All he said was more. Took that cock in my hand, soft, warm. Gently stroking, playing with the foreskin, moving it carefully. Cho's lips on mine, tongue easing forward...

Oh! Fingers caressing my sex...HHHHHHMMMMM "Cho I want to suck you!"

"Turn around we both will."

OH Shit YES! Cho's tongue knew what my pussy liked!! Fingers and tongue working together on me, opening my labia, getting me very wet as my mouth returned the favor on him.

Sloppy sucking had the cockhead ready for unveiling! Slowly exposed it was so warm with the sweet precum... I lapped it up! Cho loved that!

He was making me ache with his tongue and fingers. He moved me to my knees and knelt behind me, more tongue then I felt his cock at my vagina. YES! He rubbed up and down my slit, his cock slick with my wetness. A slow spreading of my labia by a hot cockhead. I could feel the heat as I was opened...an easy slide into me.

Cho's body against the back of my thighs and butt! Those strong hands glided up my sides resting on my shoulders...OH SHIT! He pulled out aaaaaahhhhh the stroke forward sent waves of sex lust and that good pain up through me!!!

Cho got his rhythm quickly OH those balls slapping against my thighs... Damn I loved that!

Cho's hands strayed around to my breasts, fingers gently tugging my rings!!!' "Fay this is lovely!"

An understatement!!! Cho slowed to half roll me onto my side, I rotated with his cock inside! He moved hard against me lifting my left leg to his chest. As he straddle my other leg he stroked deep in me. Soft pubic hair mashed on my bare skin. I like that feeling!!

SHIT Cho was working hard those powerful hips flashing back and forth giving me the pleasure of my first orgasm! It swept up my body rushing the heat into my breasts and face. I was gripping Cho's arms so tight!

He leaned over to kiss me, "Ah Fay I enjoy seeing you like this!"

There wasn't a pause in his thrusts, one after another! Those fabulous balls slapping on me as he broke into a light sweat fucking me!!!

On my back, legs up kissing a rampant Cho as he fucked away driving me over the edge again, delivering a powerful second orgasm!!

"OH SHIT CHO!!!!!" I would have yelled it out louder except for his lips coming down on mine. I sucked those lips and the tongue, arms thrown wildly around that brown strong neck!

He was close to cumming as I was close to tears of joy! Now each stoke I squeezed down on his withdrawal, "Cum in me Love!!!"

When he did it was a joyous loud powerful orgasm! A long drawn out exhale, deeply felt with his chest on mine! I showered his face with kisses. My body tingled from the climaxes Cho gave me!

My fingers caressed his shoulders, digging into the muscles gently, kneading them. One I slid through that dark hair I loved so much...Cho's eyes opened into mine...a big smile, "Fay..." Then it was kissing!!!

Cho was wrapped in arms and legs squeezing him like a happy benign anaconda!

He rolled us over me on top those hands cupping my cute little butt, a gentle bounce and a broad grin, "Damn I like doing this with you, all of this!"

We laughed! Kissing!! I rested my cheek on his shoulder; hands roaming down my body were delicious in their stops and starts in various places. We pulled the duvet up over us as a tent in the dark kissing.

A nice cuddle ensued!! Quiet endearments in my ear returned with a full measure of love! We went silent and a short doze occurred. I awoke to fingers in my hair, scalp massage!! Terrific! I did Cho!

A quick wash and hug for Jaidee. I dove back into the bed covers Cho tight on my back brown arms snaking around me!! Sleep!

`Gwen was nickering as I gave her a rubdown, brush and comb. Her mane silky soft. A hug for my girl. She rubbed her nose on my face! Some scratching under her chin went over big!!

We'd spent the day in some fields a few miles away pretending as always, some sharp but short rain showers sent us under some trees. I slid down but fell over tripping on some curved thing half buried.

I dug it up. It was an old bottle. Clear glass, dirty with a stopper in the top. About a foot in height. I used my handkerchief to wipe it a bit. It had a few scratches but otherwise it was in good shape. Some Fleur de Lis impressions in the sides.

I stuck it in my bag and mounted up. Gwen and I went down the trail down to Farmer Cooke's place. It was his land we were on. I knocked at his door, he was a large fellow with a frequent scowl but we'd always gotten along as long as I left his fruit trees alone.

"Mr. Cooke, I found this under that old oak on the ridge above your stream. It looks old."

He took it and gave it a look over. I said the impressions were French symbols. He tried the stopper, no go.

"I just thought that it had a nice shape and was in good condition it might be a nice ornament."

He laughed, "Young man, I'm not much on ornaments."

He called his missus, I liked her scones! She was as sweet as she could be. She liked the shape like a tear-drop.

I said there was an antiques fellow in Alton who may be able to say if it's really old. Mr. Cooke handed it back to me, "Go young fellow, give'm a try."

Back at home I got my current cook/housekeeper/parent substitute, Mrs. Keyes to get her husband to drive me to Alton two days later. The antique dealer knew what it was right away, he gave it a good look-over, "Young man did you want to sell it?"

I said yes as Mr. Cooke wasn't interested in it. I got five pounds for it!! Yow! Five nice clean one £ notes, the Queen in green ink! I was very pleased.

In the morning Gwen and I rode to the Cooke's Farm. I held out the five one £ notes to an astounded farmer, "By hell's fire son! Mother come in here!"

She was agape at the money. Mr. Cooke tried to give them back to me since `well boy you did all the work!' But I wasn't having any. Finally I agreed to two £'s for me and an blackberry scone!

We had tea and I got an apple tart too! Gwen seemed pleased as she got an apple to munch!

The ride home was very pleasant thinking I was two £ to the good! Then the rubdown...'

I was awake! A strange dream in that it was all true but buried. So different from the others. In the kitchen watching Jaidee plow into his grub I made a feeble attempt to understand. Cho, warm body in a robe, hugged me as I told him about the dream. A very nice kiss!

"My girl, you are just so warm and open-hearted and fair!"

I hadn't ever thought of myself like that...

I laughed, "Do you have a guess what the bottle was?"

A shake of that magnificent head.

"It was an old Remy Martin cognac bottle!"

We both laughed and hugged, "Well you had good taste even then!"

Jaidee and I walked with Rande and Gil before the interviews. Greg lent us two small conference rooms. Gil again keeping track of things with Ansara and Shira acting as facilitators. The front door security was the first stop then up to the second floor.

Jian and the Andrea's London folks setup twelve interviews for today. We got to work! An abbreviated lunch then pushing on. By five thirty we were ending the last ones.

We got together in a small office Greg set aside for us. We each had two who we liked so now it was time for Gil to do her stuff.

We went over to the Magnolia stable site afterwards; it was ready for construction to start. The asphalt we wanted gone, was. The area surrounded by trees with good access for cars, the southern and western sides on Discovery Park's boundary make it easy for riders to enter the park.

We'd just arrived home when Andy called; he wanted the job...but only for a few years max. We were good with that so he was in! I told him to call Angela to get it rolling for a US work Visa; he could use the new house address. We wanted him to stay there until the housing at the stable was completed. I asked Greg about a car, he suggested a light duty pick-up truck. Great!

Everything would be run through Harcourt House Racing, Inc. that was setup as a New York corporation by Sam. The attorneys we used on Queen Anne were handling everything for Washington State.

Ken, our Seattle investor, had invited us out for dinner. Ray's Boathouse Restaurant on Shilshole Bay a great view looking west across the Puget Sound. We had a big curved booth on a riser we could see the water, the settling sun, fish breaching and bald eagles. Quite a show! Just like last time!! The U.S. Pacific Northwest is quite a visual show everywhere!

Pam was Ken's girlfriend, short brown hair, tall and slender, tanned like Ken. They had each lost a spouse and were considering marriage. Pam loved my Pearl. I was in black skinny jeans with a white long sleeved cotton shirt under a light black jumper, black ankle boots and silver jewelry. Pam had called to say it was an informal dinner. Her jeans and washed out blue chambray shirt looked great with her tanned skin. Blue eyes bright with the blue colours.

We chatted about weddings – ours and travel – both of us. They had recently returned from Kaneohe where they had a house on the bay. "Nothing big, just a pleasant out of town place. A not touristy neighborhood at all. We play some golf and ease up, if I can keep Ken away from electronic devices that is!"

We laughed, "Ah that's a hard thing."

I told Pam about our Christmas at Harcourt House, my riding and she asked about Glaa. That took up some time through the appetizers with Cho and Ken joining in. They liked to bet the `ponies' just for fun nothing much in the way of money. Although Ken had something around twenty billion dollars Cho had said from a software company. Ken was going to look at Glaa and maybe...

The seafood choices were great; I went with the baked halibut cheeks. Very tender and moist white fish with very nice red pepper aioli. Ken said halibut could be hundreds and hundreds of pounds, a huge fish! Tasty!

Talk did get to The Project which had Ken laughing, "I had a chunk of Tribune Media stock which I sold to escape their lame management. Made money on it too!"

We didn't get it until he said they owned the local company that represented our target. Okay!

We went up to the bar for afters to free the table. I told Pam about the stables pointing southward out the window, "It's up that slope beside Discovery Park."

She was interested having ridden as a child may be time to try again. We laughed; I gave her the lowdown on Harcourt House, the stables and that one of the men there was coming over to startup the stables. Pam said she be in touch about riding. Good!

At home Gil had a consensus from The Project investors that we would continue to buy since the share price was soft but spread it out more.

Jaidee's morning walk was fun! We wandered a long way with Gil and Andrea. PJ and Shira bundled up against the chill but smiling! Queen Anne had so many nice homes; we ended on Eighth Avenue West strolling along the balustrade beside the road. Great views out over Puget Sound and Elliot Bay. A lookout called Marshall Park had terrific view of the Olympic Mountains, snow covered glowing in the morning sun.

We stopped at Kay and Greg's briefly to say goodbye for now. They'd be in Thailand for our wedding in March. Sunny would be kept up to date about the stables. She remembered Andy for sure; it would great to have him here. They'd take care of him. Hugs and kisses!! Jaidee too!!

We were packed, loaded on the road to SeaTac for the flight to LA. Mira was in the Cho-Fay 767 lounge with us, "We are ready waiting on clearance to taxi so please buckle up."

We laughed as she headed up front. Over intercom a few minutes later, "We will taxi and are in line for takeoff."

We crept along the taxiway in a long line of aircraft, busy place. Jaidee very calm in Cho's arms. That tongue hanging out as he looked around. Happy puppy!

Mira, "We cleared for takeoff next."

The jet front of us roared away and we turned on to the head of the runway. A pause then the whine and rushing forward...we were light quickly then off...drifting effortlessly upwards. A steep hard climbing turn to port, odd to look down at the buildings below at such an angle.

This was to be about a two hour flight. We were landing at Santa Monica Airport as a test. They had strict noise rules so we'd land as they checked our noise levels. Kavat had both of the 767's tested at Don Mueang and they passed the Santa Monica levels so we'll see.

Coffee and some huge sugar cookies for me! Gil smiling with a big mouthful of a croissant! A giggling Andrea trying to get her teeth into a big cookie too!

I asked Mira if I could come up to the cockpit for a look out. Yes! She and Tan the co-pilot, pointing out places as we flew down the coast. The weather was sunny so the view was tremendous. I left when they started to contact the FAA control in Southern California.

We were on approach to Santa Monica quickly. Strapped in we watched the Los Angeles neighborhoods slip by. Landing we eased down smoothly and coasted nicely then turned to the north off the runway. A short taxi back then onto a parking area. A set of stairs were wheeled over and we were out into the brilliant sunshine!

A car drove over to us and three men got out. Mira had come out to meet them. They had our noise level also big smiles. The lead engineer said we came in at 67.6dba. Greek to me. But Mira was pleased so, was Cho. The airport's noise level cutoff was 90.5dba so we were well beneath it. Lots of smiles all around. They would test our departure also but they were pleased to welcome us to Santa Monica!

Four big SUV's rolled in with Leslie getting out of the first one. He was our Security chief here. Blond hair in ringlets, TANNED and muscular, that was easy to see despite the jacket. We were loaded up for the short drive to the LA property.

Cho's arms around me, "I bought this building several years ago but only started to do anything last year. It's five floors in a Spanish style with lovely archways and tile everywhere. We'll have the top floor as an apartment and office space. The parking garage is segmented so the other users are blocked from our part. There is a terrace on part of the roof surrounded by a fence and no one can look inside as there are no higher buildings close by. Security has part of the main floor and the elevator only reaches our floor by code. The furniture is a modified Spanish/Mexican called Mission Style I hope you like."

SQUEEZE! Wow!

We were whizzing down Ocean Park Boulevard towards the water then a left on Main Street, we jogged a block over to Pacific Avenue to Breeze Court, just a short bit on the Speed Way to the garage entrance. Leslie led us to the elevator.

At the top it opened into a foyer dazzling with sunlight from a big skylight. The terrazzo floor stretched forward into the main room. The seating in a large arc facing a big hacienda style fireplace with tables and other chairs against the walls outside the ring. Large windows on each side of the fireplace let you walk out onto a terrace. A fire place outside with big bench seating on the reverse of the inside one sharing the flue. A fine view of LA from the canyons above Hollywood around to the beaches going south past LAX.

The master suite looked out over the Pacific with an arched ceiling with a big fan. A balcony from French doors with as you'd expect a spectacular ocean vista. It looked down on the boardwalk. Ah the bed was comfy! A queen size so I could chase Cho around!

The bathroom had a Jacuzzi tub with a big window facing west which no one could see into and a big shower with four shower heads. Naughty ideas! We needed Jian and Ting!! Cho laughed at my thoughts, "Soon when Glaa runs!"

The other rooms were nice sized and were ensuite. There was a media room with a huge TV! The kitchen had a big curved booth eating area and a counter with stools. Excellent appliances Subzero, etc... And Dolores! She was about forty, shorter than me, curvy and had a big smile! I said coffee?

Dolores laughed, "This arrived two days ago. I like it."

It was a DeLonghi espresso machine! Cho! He grinned pointing to Gil who had a sheepish smile. Okay, secrets! I was good to go!

We made coffee and sat in the big booth to talk food! Dolores had an eclectic repertoire, she was strong in Mexican/California/Southwest foods and anything seafood! We would get along! Fist bumps! Dolores got a kick out of that!

Hungry! It was fixed with several grilled cheese sandwiches with veggie bacon inside, I liked that, tortilla chips and Dolores' homemade salsa. It was great, spicy without being punishing!!! Another secret, Newcastle's in the fridge!

Down a connecting hall were more bedrooms all ensuite for staff and several offices. I pushed Gil into one Cho and I claimed the other; it had several big windows facing east. Up on the roof terrace the fencing made it private on three sides; the fourth due west had a spectacular ocean view.

I was doing some unpacking of boxes stacked against the wall in our suite. One from Go Outdoors! I knew what that was. Another had Noi's name on it. Cho's pocket knife opened it. A short kimono style robe, pale blue with bright yellow lapels and a small red horse on the right breast. Hugs!!!

The other box was from Mongkut. Three bikini's, one dangerous white one like mine in Bangkok, a midnight blue with little white stars and a classic black string one.

Lots more hugs!!! Too chilly to wear now but maybe in March and April when we were going to come back for Glaa's races at Santa Anita.

I rounded up PJ and Leslie to take Gil and I to the Apple store in Santa Monica. We zipped up Main Street into the downtown area, slipped over to the Third Street Promenade shopping area. We walked up through the shops to a huge glass fronted Apple store. An Apple staffer Krissy helped us.

Two 27' iMacs, an Apple TV, a 3tb Time Capsule router, some miscellaneous accessories and an HP Pro 477dw MFP Printer that would arrive tomorrow at our home. Gil would stay with her MacBook but a 27" iMac would be in the office Cho and I would share. The other one was for Dolores.

Gil and I did the setups, Dolores loved hers!

Helmut called from Seattle. He'd met Alex and brought him up to speed. Alex had spent time with Helmut during some installs and was very helpful in the setup of the Mac Server. All the installs of the transit video devices had been completed, the Mac OS X Server setup at a bus barn south of downtown Seattle. The 4g receiver running and tested the connections to each bus. The Bluetooth connected panic buttons were installed. A group of drivers had been briefed; they'd done a driving test and seen the operational videos. All the Metro folks had been impressed by the quality of the video, the size of the device and ease of install. There'd been a number of big `brass' and miscellaneous other visitors to have a look.

They would be on the road starting tomorrow. Helmut would stay for two more days and be back in several weeks to follow up. Other Man Vehicle personnel would be over to meet with U.S. based Man technology teams. I told him several folks from London would be in Seattle off and on for the next few weeks. Reg prepared it and Gil arranged with our Security to have them use the second and third bedrooms at our leased house on Queen Anne Hill.

Dinner at Nobu Malibu to meet Lori and Pedro our LA investors in The Project. Rande and Shira went with Gil and us north from Venice to the Pacific Coast Highway. A nice drive along the ocean. The trip wasn't too long.

Lori lived on the water in Malibu just west of Carbon Canyon. Her house was big! A four car garage fronted on the highway on a deep lot. Tennis court on one side, a lap pool beside a hot tub built into the wide deck that looked south. The living room was like a cathedral the whole south side two floors high of glass.

We parked next to the tennis court; Lori's PA Letti met us. Pedro was already here. It was nice to put faces on voices. We started around the fire pit but the breeze picked up so inside.

The big room brightly lit as the sun disappeared. Lori and I by the piano, I asked if she played often. "I like to play every day, it doesn't always work out but it sounds good as an intention."

Laughing I told her wanting to ride every day, "You look like a horsewoman! The right shape!"

Lori liked my clothes! I was wearing the Black sequin-embellished tweed jacket by Herno! The neckline was perfect for the Nehru jacket collar style white long-sleeved silk shirt with narrow arms cut at my waist over the Armani tapered black slacks and spike heeled black ankle boots. Silver jewelry at my wrists, neck, ears and fingers except for the Pearl which never goes away! And a chain around my waist which was silver, heavier than the gold one.

She smiled as I described Harcourt House and my riding, "You should live there full-time from the sound of your voice talking about it." Ah yes!

She rode some at a friend's place up the hills in Calabasas, "She's a real estate developer with about fifty acres to wander in."

She was in great shape, swimming and lots of tennis. Lori looked great in a long soft silk dress to her ankles clinging to her body, heeled sandals, auburn hair in a ponytail, a fresh looking face. She said she forty five, not chance she looked it. My being almost twenty nine surprised her, not that I appeared older only I seemed much more mature.

We laughed when I told her I was a new young woman. I slipped my arm through hers; we walked upstairs after I said I needed a few moments in private. In her bedroom I disclosed my sex status, "I'll tell the others but I'm doing it sparingly for now."

We discussed how Cho and I planned to deal with it if publicized. Then a surprise, "Fay I know it's very forward of me but...could I see you? It isn't..."

I unzipped my jacket so she stopped. Boots off, slacks followed, a slow unbuttoning of my top, no bra!

"Oh Fay they're beautiful. I like the rings!"

A twitch of my hips and my hands sent the thong panties fluttering to the carpet. Lori stepped close, "Fay you have a marvelous body."

She knelt for a close-up and a gentle kiss. Nice! Lori rose and stripped quickly. Her slender form tanned like me, a smooth mons, and classic pear-shaped breasts. I took her hand; we did a turn to show ourselves to the big mirror, smiles!

"Lori, if you like you could join me and some friends at our beach house on Phuket early next month. Only women, some cis-women, some transwomen for a few days of sun and sex. Of course the sex is voluntary..."

Her eyes were staring into mine via the mirror, a tight grip on my hand.

"We will be protected by a Security detail that is female like Shira downstairs."

"Fay, very tempting. Shira is a beauty, now you tell me she's a dangerous beauty...VERY Tempting!"

I pressed our nakedness together, a soft kiss, "Cho knows everything; he loves my sexuality and sharing with my lady friends."

I gently touched Lori's sex; I let my fingers slide upwards over her soft labia, a low noise and smile, "Yes I would like to join you."

"Good, would your PA accompany you?"

"Yes, we share on occasion."

"Okay then she can co-ordinate with Gil, my PA, who will make arrangements. You could stay with us in Bangkok before and after." A tight hug, a short kiss before we needed to get back to the others. Dressed, we smiled, "Fay, thank you for thinking about this deal if only because I met you."

I squeezed around her trim waist as we descended.

Back with the men we talked about racing and our going out day after tomorrow to Santa Anita to visit Glaa. Lori's PA Letti rounded us up for a short walk to Nobu Malibu.

Lori's PA had us booked for a big window table, several other close tables were blocked off and one for our Security.

Ah! Food!! Starting with Artichoke Salad, then sushi, first Bigeye Tuna, Spicy Albacore Roll, Albacore, Soft Shell Crab Roll, several of each! Yummy!! Hokusetsu sake!! HHHHHMMMMM It was delicious!

I liked looking around our table, everyone enjoying themselves. I watched Shira delighting in her Dover sole!! I got a big grin! Rande was watching as he and Shira exchanged duty. Working!

Afters at Lori's! I had espresso and Amaretto on a sofa with Pedro. He'd made his money in electronics, cellphone networks and internet services. We talked about The Company technologies, he liked that we were nimble and innovative. Cho and I owning seventy six percent he also liked,

"I don't like to share control of my businesses but in our Project I think I can sit back because we are a small enough group of smart investors. You and Cho make me feel secure!"

I thanked him for the vote of confidence.

"Also I dislike M************, he and his family are dressed up fascists. They promote hate too much and use their power to injure!"

I tried smiling to defuse his anger, "Then when we're done..."

He laughed, we did high fives. I showed him fist bumps which he liked. "I should try it on my sons! Maybe they'll think dad isn't a stick in the mud!"

Another fist bump and laughter!

It was a good dinner and nice talk with Pedro and Lori. Their PA's passed on some more share buy reports to Gil. Back in Venice she added them in, "We're at one hundred and forty percent of the first quarter goal!"

Yes! Gil emailed it on to the others. I was glad Ni had created an encryption scheme for our emails between the investors. Simple and safe, disposable keys. No snooping possible!

Cho hugged me outside on the terrace. We were looking south towards LAX, blinking lights moving through the dark as aircraft did their things. Jaidee came romping out. Hugs. We did a quick change to jeans and rounded-up PJ and one of Leslie's people for a puppy walk.

My cutoff Seattle hoodie was warm enough! Cho holding Jaidee's lead and my hand. We went down to the beach after some puppy pee was deposited on a fire hydrant. We played in the sand some, me chasing Jaidee who was the extreme end of the lead cord. Cho trying to stop laughing as Jaidee whirls around, sand flying! Sitting in the sand Jaidee across my lap getting rubbed, Cho dropped beside me to join in.

Walking back a man came up in the streetlight asking for money. Leslie's staffer stopped him, PJ looking at me, I nodded, he gave the fellow a fiver. Considerable surprise and a thank you from the man!

"Your puppy is handsome! Would you tell me his name?"

I thanked him! "His name is Jaidee; it means `Good Heart' in Thai."

He thanked me again. We waved goodbye. The three of us and Jaidee in the elevator, I thanked PJ for the money. Cho would reimburse him.

PJ smiling, "He seemed like a nice fellow."

I shrugged, "He probably is nice with bad luck."

Jaidee like us was in a new bed. This one was pretty plush feeling and sized for the dog he would become but wasn't yet. He snuggled around in it sinking in the softness. Happy face!

Cho and I went out to the kitchen for water, me sporting my new short kimono robe . Gil left some things we needed to sign on the counter. I got the water, Cho scribbled. He carried the water to our bed, I scribbled.

I was laughing, "You I hope know what I just signed because I didn't read it."

I got a kiss and a butt pat, "You should always read. Yes, I know what it all was."

In the sunny kitchen Shira sipping coffee in a track suit and trainers! We laughed and talked as we prepared to walk. Jaidee was ready! One of Leslie's staff opened the door for us. We headed straight to a lamppost for a bladder emptying. Sort of a raised leg half squat deal from Jaidee, progress.

We headed south on the boardwalk that had no boards. Not many folks out at that hour. We moved along and I warmed up nicely. White short shorts and cutoff t-shirt with my Seattle cutoff hoodie were great for the morning air.

Most shops weren't open but we got to see what's on offer. I bought big cookies at Zelda's Deli right as it opened. The way back was faster as Jaidee had unloaded his little body and was willing to jog a bit.

Leaning on a counter stool with coffee, cookie and the noise of Jaidee's breakfast disappearing. Gil with a grin as part of her face was obscured by the cookie. Andrea came out looking sleepy, a big kiss. I dialed the coffee for her and pressed the button.

Dolores appreciated the DeLonghi machine! The whole make coffee and have it fresh business simply didn't apply.

Interviews today! Fourteen, seven each. Gil had arranged for Arnell and the other candidate from New York to be picked up in the morning by Terrance and deposited at Newburgh to wait for Cho-Fay Air with Mira in command. Her several number two's on board getting lots of first seat time!! Then stopping in Seattle for the four we liked there. Finally they'd be here after noon or so our time and an afternoon of second interviews for all.

Gil instructions to them had been to dress for travel, casual all the way.

Andrea and I worked away on our candidates with Gil doing the recordkeeping and Ansara being our traffic cop. Leslie's folks sending each up as they arrived after checking ID's. Gil and Dolores helped relax them with drinks and sweet baked things and parking them in the living room's ample seating. Cho took over the big kitchen booth as a work space as we had the offices.

A short lunch break, Dolores was ready with veggie burgers and fries! Looking over my sesame seed bun at my love, he was looking right back. Grins a bit harder with mouthfuls. The food hit the spot. Hug for Dolores!

My last scheduled interview was with Anita, a spritely brunette, thirty, a nice business dress that looked good on her, a blue that complimented her olive complexion. She'd done several different jobs but the most recent had been managing her company's network and Linux servers that ran an accounting/human resource package. Until she took that over HR had been her domain.

She morphed into a techie supporting seventy eight users and six locations around southern California. She seemed to have grown into the work and liked it so she was here. She learned about scanning docs and barcodes for humans and product, RFD chips and lots of Ethernet, RDC and VPN stuff.

Anita was sharp and engaging. She asked some good questions. I wanted her to wait, she was Okay with it.

Andrea was finished, munching on a dish of flan courtesy of Dolores. I got a spoonful. We talked about the interviews. She had one keeper for the day, Jorge and I had Anita. Gil had everything ready for tomorrow's second interviews, eight folks.

Back with Anita I asked about tomorrow, "I'll be here no matter what."

Wow! Okay! I asked why. "Even though I've grown a lot into different things much about the company has stagnated at the management level. I had to go into tech work because they allowed things to spread without a plan or support. I couldn't do my HR work..."

Warm enough to go with Jaidee in shorts and my cutoff hoodie. Cho in shorts too with a lovely blue hoodie. Damn he looked in that colour. Andrea and Gil came too. Shira and Rande were along with us. Jaidee did business as we looked at the shops, booths and restaurants.

El Huarique was Peruvian cuisine...Ah paella!! We have to try that one. Small World Books!! Boardwalk Vintage clothing, a store I wanted to come back to. Also the MTA Bikini store! I liked some in their window display. At Venice Boulevard there was a candy store, It's Sugar!!!

After a half mile we did a U-turn and the return trip was on the sand. Jaidee tried some excavations but we discouraged him from going to China.

We ate Dolores' dinner of fish tacos, rice and beans, grilled tomatoes with cheese and her delicious flan at the end outside around the fireplace. Cosy in Cho's lap with that nice meal inside me, the fire burning brightly!

In the morning Andrea and I sat with Jorge to start then Anita. I really liked Jorge too; Anita made a big impression on Andrea. Yes to both. And big YES's from them when we offered them jobs. I asked them to return about five in the afternoon for a meeting with the others. Okay! Jorge needed to pick up his son but could he come back with the wife and son? Absolutely!

Anita was beside me, "Fay, what should I wear?"

"Wear what you're comfortable in. This is social but with work folks."

Kavat called, The Cho-Fay flight was on approach to Santa Monica right now. We had a few of Leslie's people with a couple of SUV's waiting.

While we had been working Cho had gone with Rande and Leslie to shop! He was doing kebabs tonight! He would inaugurate the new grill on the terrace. Cho was giving some Thai food training to Dolores, soup and rice.

Andrea waved to me...she had some completed and some preliminary background reports, all good on our candidates. So they were a go if we wanted after the interviews!!

Leslie's folks delivered our six candidates. Happily they were all in casual clothes like we suggested so our shorts and tops were cool. We started the interviews right away. By five in the afternoon we had finished. Our first impressions held up and we wanted them all to work for us.

They were told dinner would be with us and then to the hotel down the beach a few blocks. Gil had the rooms booked, breakfast arranged and their flights home set! Great work!

Mira and Tan, the co-pilot came over. They met with Cho to pass on the noise levels from Santa Monica Airport folks for both the two landings and the one take-off. Our 767 was quieter than fifty percent of all aircraft using the field and well below their standards, 20dba below! Yea!

Some comments from the neighbourhood association which follows events at the airport were amazing. They'd seen the big 767 overhead but astounded by the low noise. One man said a single prop airplane with a radial engine was so much nosier. No complaints at all!

They were happy to have us. We were going to lease some hanger space! Good all around!

Alex had called me, I went to tell Cho who gave me a squeeze, "Since Alex is going to choose LA as his base. Offer him an apartment here in the building so he will be around."

I asked about other folks living here which got me an affirmative, "No reason not to! Reduced rent will be a good return overall."

He suggested Gil be the contact person with Leslie to the rental agent. Done! More work for Gil but not much.

It was warm enough to have our meeting with the newbies outside. Cho did light the fire!

Andrea and I sat to talk with our newbies about some nuts and bolts things and some history of The Company, it's goals and ownership and brief biographical info on Michael and me since they'd end up working for us one day or another.

They were surprised I was doing interviews being such a high mucky muck in The Company. My age took them aback as they were my age or older. Eyes were stretched opened even more when they heard that Cho and I were co-principal owners and engaged to be married in about two months. Cho was formally introduced!!

He congratulated them on joining us! I got a kiss!! Yea!!

Cho sent them all to get some drinks and snacks done by Dolores.

Andrea and I huddled in her room, "Fay, it's good to do this with you! You have a good touch in interviews."

Hugs. "Sorry we are splitting up but Phuket is not far off now!" More hugs and kisses!

Gil was all smiles, "Lots more shares in the spreadsheet! We're nearly to the second quarter goal in less than three weeks. No more reports of contacts by The Target's people by any of the brokers making the trades.

Dinner outside was great! Cho's shrimp kebabs were tremendous!!!! I made a mention he might open a restaurant... I got kiss and a discreet butt pat!

All our newbies were relaxed. Anita looking sexy and nice in some shorts and a cut-off top. Jorge's family enjoyed themselves. His son got to play with Jaidee which was good for both.

Arnell in some skinny jeans and a cut-off top looking out over LA, "Fay, will it matter where I live?"

"Not really. You have to be near an airport with a lot of flights to make connections easier but you could end going lots of places. Since you speak passable French beyond France there's places in Africa and Asia you could be sent so good connections are essential."

"It's simpler now also that I've spilt with my boyfriend."

"Is this very recent?"

"Yes a week and a half. He didn't want me to change to a job where I might have to travel so my applying to The Company had become a bone of contention. When the interview was scheduled he was PO'd, when I said I was going that set him off. So I told him to go which was messy."

"You kept yourself together well! No hint to us. Cheers for that!"

There were tears now...I got a Cho-Fay handkerchief from my man with a kiss as compensation. Nell thanked me, dabbed her face before she saw the embroidery. Her eyes came up to mine; I smiled and told her the story. A smile! Good! It always works!!

"You were looking out here, do you like the view?"

Yes, I was here for a friend's wedding years ago I really liked LA. Can this be my base?"

"Sure, LAX has what you need, direct flights to everywhere..." I paused, "You could live in this building if you want. We own it."

Her eyes lit up, "Fay, you mean it?"

We talked about that we weren't renting but owning. I expected one other employee to move in soon actually someone she'd be reporting to at different times. She'd meet him soon.

We talked about other languages, her Spanish was rusty, she felt sure it would rebound quickly. Good!

We had a really good intro for them to our culture.

Cho took me to the roof top area, a kiss as we looked out over the ocean, "This was good! I am glad you brought them all here like this. I want The Company to have social events like the dinner we did in London and simple things like your buying cookies at Fortnum and Mason for tea at the office. Simple but effective. I am going to start doing these things at our other companies!"

I pressed hard onto Cho my arms around him, a kiss we weren't in a hurry to stop!

A goodbye to all with Andrea's parting words for them, that she'd be in touch about their going to London for training and all the etcetera's. I told them to do what they needed with their current employers and to let Andrea and Jian know their status.

Cho pulled me into a kiss beside the bed mmmmm warm me up! I kissed his nose, eyes, cheeks, chin, ears, HHHHHMMMMM that neck!! I held on, "I have a secret!"

Oh YES! Cho wanted to know. I got a small tube from a bag; I turned to hold it out...lube! I patted my cute little tush, "Tonight, Please?"

Wow! I was scooped up and tossed on to the bed, Cho held up a hand for me to wait. He undressed that cock was nearly hard already!! He stepped to the bed edge with the `thing' aimed at me! I leaned forward to lick, tease, engulf! Slurping! I got him wet quickly as I pulled at my clothes.

Cho put a hand in my hair to hold onto the prick of my desire leaning over helping me strip. Naked on my back my head over the side Cho slid in resting those lovely balls on my face. Each stroke into my throat had warm soft testicles gently slapping against me. OH SHIT!!! The nipple rings were tugged and twisted a bit > bolts of pleasure surging in me!!

"Bring your legs up Fay!"

Spread out and lifted I felt slick fingers caress my back passage GAWD it had been so long! A mouthful of cock didn't stop me from giggling about my calling it my back passage since it had been my primary for so long!

Cho withdrew his cock and spun me around. One hand guiding his penis the other caressing my right breast. I smiled up at him as his slick cock was at the opening, "Yes! Sir you are welcome!"

A grin, he moved forward, I tried to relax and press down. Aaaaahhhhh My opening had become snug but knowing there'd some pain made it easier to bear. I wanted this!

Cho's cockhead was in I bore down and encouraged him. I took pleasure in his advance, my hole spreading wide for him. OH Shit! It hurt but I WANTED THIS! A reconnection to my first time with Cho!

Cho knew! His face was an incredible combination of compassion, happiness and SEX LUST!

I gave him a grimace grin, "Fuck me YOU!"

I giggled he laughed and kissed me. Cho lay on me, my arms and legs grasping his body tight! The pelvis was working, a steady stroking, my guts opening and getting used to this again!

Damn! I could feel the burn once more of that special dick in my ass! Cho was cheered on to go for it. Oh MY! His balls slapping against my skin so delicious a feeling. I was waiting for each downward thrust anticipating the pleasure of the impact and noise. My fingers gripping his taut ass cheeks, pulling him hard against me!

"Yes Cho! It's so good!"

Cho's body was my fuck machine, all the power of his superb physique centred in his cock as he buried it in me repeatedly. I was burning almost delirious with Cho's intensity, the heat in my backside opening sending my first orgasm cascading through my body. I gripped Chi tighter; he sensed it leaning down to me for a kiss. I grabbed his head to hold the kiss!!

The heat in me was intense I called out to Cho to keep going. I knew he was getting close his cock stabbing me was more rapid. My hands on his shoulders I stared into those gorgeous brown eyes.

I was swept by another orgasm as Cho reached his climax! He plunged that cock into me and held on! I gripped him as the heat inside me boiled over. Our shared orgasms were intense and lasting.

My fingernails dug in some but I pulled back not wanting to hurt him. When Cho lay on me my fingers stroked gently up and down his back, sort of idly moving. I was kissed with a lot of passion which as returned.

"Fay, that was amazing!"

More kisses on his face, "Back where we started!"

Cho laughed his vibration passing into me. Yes, more kissing!

We separated, Cho rolled onto his back and I followed lying over him. My cheek resting on his chest a finger roving around stroking. One of Cho's hands on my back pressing down. The other sliding through my hair, "Delicious Miss Martin."

We were quiet for a few minutes delighting in our feelings. I whispered many happiness and pleasure in my little butt being used again. We slowly unwound.

Jaidee popped up from his bed, he'd been quiet while we made love. He romped around us now. Cho stood over him rubbing down that cute little body, working the soft ears. I also did some rubbing of that sleek fur. Our boy was so sweet and cute.

I washed myself giggling as Cho peed for an extended period, "I was holding that!"

I mentioned I was quite pleased he had which got me tickled after he washed his hands. Cho lifted me over his shoulder and deposited me beside the bed. He got Jaidee back to his bed. We cuddled under the covers. A warm Cho is a special way to sleep. In a spoon I was out quickly with a final `goodnight Princess' in my ear.

After Jaidee's morning walk with his retinue...we had to say goodbye to Andrea. Poo! She was whisked away to LAX; she'd be in Bangkok shortly!!!

Cho and I were off to Santa Anita to see Glaa! Tight blue jeans, white blouse under a lightweight yellow jumper, brown ankle boots. A pair of gloves.

PJ and Ansara were with Gil and us on the drive. We got on the 10 through downtown and on towards El Monte because the 5 was blocked up by an accident, the 605 to the 210 then off in Arcadia. A big hook but faster in the end. Down Baldwin Avenue to the barn area, the lead car had Leslie and we had our owners' pass.

Monaco was at the end of the stables, hugs! He lead us to Glaa who started nodding his head and hoof scraping when he saw us. I stroked his face Cho lightly rubbed his nose. Loud nickers as we had a lovely reunion.

Monaco knew I wanted to ride Glaa and was good with a light bit of exercise. They lent me a helmet to go with my gloves.

Glaa seemed happy to have a saddle on again and I got a leg up from Monaco, "Now go out to the track with Enrique. Stay with him and his pony, he'll set a slow pace."

A thumbs up from me. Enrique smiled, "Okay Miss."

We walked out of the stables towards the track, we attracted some attention since Glaa was a big deal at Santa Anita and he'd already been out early in the morning.

Enrique let us get to a slow trot on the dirt. My thighs could feel Glaa's strength even at this slow pace, power under control like Rebel. We worked our way around the track twice before returning to the stable. Glaa was happy to have me aboard and afterwards a nice apple with petting!

Cho had a big smile, Monaco too, "So you want to ride him in the San Felipe Stakes?"

"No, I know my limits! I'll do the cheering!"

Big hug from Cho. We talked about that race and the one after which would precede our first wedding day. Monaco was coming to Bangkok for that.

I spent some more time with Glaa helping the groom before the trip back to Venice.

We were off tonight to Bangkok! Packing, leaving a few things, checking with Dolores to be sure she had what was needed to take care of the apartment and the Security folk's needs. I liked that we fed our folks a good meal every day. Leslie was up to date with Thet about the building wiring, cameras and sensors.

At Santa Monica, Mira was in the lounge to greet us all. We would now be put in take-off mode and start to taxi. It is quiet at this hour, we'd be off quickly.. We settled in, Ban and Soka got us some water and snacks. I was missing Andrea but she was safe at home on Favart Street! A new home!

I decided to stay up for a while to do email and texts since The Company office in London was starting its day.

The big 767 started to move, rolling onto the taxiway going west. We rotated onto the runway with the power surging in the turn then >>> Lights flashing by for a few seconds before we lifted off smoothly. A steep climb to port as the motors closed up the landing gear. The city out the port windows, dark on the starboard side. We turned level in the climb crossing the coast line, fifteen hours or so to Don Mueang.

Later Eric was surprised to get a call from me! Malee was great! Healthy and ready to go! Laughing I asked about him.

"Fay, I am ready too. We are looking for a bigger place but I like the area so somewhere close."

I gave him the rundown on our new hires, he liked!! Andrea was getting ready for them to arrive.

He said that some of my four Bangkok mafia would be there shortly, talk to them, let him know how they're doing. They all had been out on jobs!

He passed me onto Reg.

Rona and Margaret Fay Alexandria were tremendous! The grandparents would be going home soon but they had been bricks. "I wouldn't have been able to do any work! Hey, Helmut called from Munich. The Metro test was going fine! Only one issue which from a cleaning crew hitting the device accidently. Fortunately it was a bus that didn't have it tied to the system electronics."

I told Reg I knew from emails with Helmut. He FedEx'd a new one also some spares. So far Metro was quite pleased. Reg said Man was ready to do installs in new vehicles at the plant!!! Cheers!

I did emails with Jian; she was SO Ready for us to be home. Me too! Bikini time!! She was UP!

Jian would marshal the crew! Yea!

Finally after some food and other work I had it. A kiss for Cho and I dragged my butt to bed.

Our little man was becoming a good traveler. He used his box of sand to dig but also his business!! Scooping him like it was a cat potty box!

When I left he was parked on the sofa beside Cho looking very delicious like a big piece of chocolate!

I was asleep quickly, shortly afterwards Cho joined me. I got a kiss and back to snoozing.

`One of the sheriff's men had me at pistol point, the other looking through my saddlebags. He made the mistake of going around to the other side of my horse from behind. Gwen lashed out! Wham! There was quite the scream... my right arm whipped my riding crop into the face of the one with the gun as he looked back there. Another yell, I stripped him of the pistol.

He almost cried as I ordered him over to his colleague on the ground. I used their belts to secure them tightly enough so we'd be long gone before they could free themselves. I took their horses by the reins and lead them off. I tied them to a tree several miles away in plain sight if they came over the ridge going toward town.

Gwen and I doubled back in a big loop taking us deep into the woods north of my property before turning south to the hidden stable. My girl was given my best care, feed bucket with grain and honey, hay rack stuffed, her coat glossy from my efforts, a blanket over her and hugs and kisses.

Gwen my savior! It had been an ill-starred attempt to stop an eviction of a farm family. They couldn't pay an increase in taxes and I tried ride over to chase off the sheriff's men but two had been hiding in the trees in the lane to the farm. I was surprised by their rush out with pistols drawn.

I couldn't go forward because there were more at the farm ahead; they were too close for me to turn around without their firing.

They had been more interested in despoiling me, my purse and then my bag. They didn't care who I was, robbery was their game! They didn't pull my scarf down to uncover my face or find the pistol under my coat. The sheriff and the King didn't pay them well enough to do their jobs properly! My getting my purse back and their money too was a cruel blow to them. I decided to leave their empty purses tied to their saddles.

The evicted family wasn't mine but I didn't like the sheriff and his ways. Now to do some scouting! A quick change of outerwear.

Murat was ready! Restive as I saddled him, we burst out of the stables going south across my property. We had a good ride down to the moors and then east. Crossing the coast road I saw a group of sheriff's men, I rode past them smiling inside as well as out. The two who'd stopped me were in the group looking downcast.

Of course they didn't know me, my face was uncovered and the blue broadcloth coat and black hat were quite different as well as Murat.

The sergeant in charge saluted me as I went past. I kept going towards town until I entered a wood. A turn south on a narrow path brought me to the farm of a neighbor of the evicted family. I correctly guessed they would go there.

The farmer came out when I called; relieved it was me and not sheriffs. The evicted fellow was in tears as I gave him a small purse to cover his taxes and more. The sauce was that part of the money came from the robber sheriffs! His wife reached out to take my hand, "Missus take care of your family. You may come to me if there are further problems."

I turned Murat for the journey home; up on the moor I turned him loose. We soared across the grass the sun chasing us! At the stables the groom took him, I told him Murat had worked hard. A smile!

My housekeeper had an inquiring look, "Yes, a wash and breakfast! A big one please." The noise in the kitchen...

Ah! I was awake! It was very dark! I was warm snuggled with Cho. I slipped out to hug and kiss Jaidee.

In the shower I pondered this latest dream. In the same vein but less personal. Damn!

The hum of the powerful engines in the background, a gentle vibration in the deck. Washed and READY for food. Black skinny jeans with a red pullover jumper and brown ankle boots, gold jewelry and `Joy' for Cho!

Everyone was asleep still. I made coffee and hunted up an apple! Jaidee's grub went over big! He went romping afterwards. I played with him; a tatty tennis ball was magic!

On the big sofa curled up reading some reports and news on my iPad. Jaidee decided to snooze against my leg. Could the American republican party find a less admirable group of politicians to choose from for their nomination for President? It didn't seem possible. Bigots and idiots!

Munching away as Soka appeared. She had a nice smile refilling my coffee. She could cook eggs, etc...

Yes! Two eggs over-easy, potatoes and veggie bacon! Warm croissant with butter!! Now we're talking!

Oh, warm arms slinking around me, a neck kiss. I wiped my mouth turning for a proper kiss!! Bright eyes, a grin, "I see you've made a start."

He was in for the same from Soka! Coffee!!! We talked and ate. We had the Chanthira Foundation board meeting and a Railroad board one. Cho had put me on the Board there too! Alex would be in town for the trips to see the water projects and Papua New Guinea meeting and maybe the trip to Vietnam too.

Then the Phuket trip. Wedding plans to be reviewed, invitations were going out!! Eek! A party for Jian and Ting with us at the Ice Rink instead of Hen Nights and bachelor parties!

I figured the men would still go to the cigar bar for smokes and cognac like they did for Eric. A low key thing. I'd get my fun in Phuket at the beach house!!!

Mira over the tannoy, I liked that old word, aka loudspeaker, we were less than an hour from landing. Some coffee, some packing, some kissing on the bed with Jaidee parked between us. He loved to snuggle too!! I changed the red jumper to a white cut-off top.

Watching out the porthole as we make a big turn to the south to line up on runway 21L. The 767 settled so smoothly with almost imperceptible bump. We had a long taxi back to the hanger at the north end. A sunny and warm morning! Down the stairs with Jaidee in Cho's arms looking around. Thet and Sumate were there! Hands shaken and cheeks kissed. Gil and Jaidee introduced.

We walked over to the helicopter, a larger one, cushy seats and soundproofing. Up and spinning around, rising quickly, very quickly, to cruise like a bullet towards the house.

Sumate turned to Gil, "The apartment is ready for you but I'd like to go over the Security setup with you. Can you go over with me soon?"

She looked towards me, "Yes get settled a bit then walk over to the house. It's still early. We'll run over to the office later."

I leaned over to give her a big hug it had been many years since she'd been in Thailand, some family to visit.

We flared for landing. I could see more work had been done on the dock landing pad. I was sure there'd be lots more `new' things.

I could see Jian and Ting, Amporn and Niran on the terrace! Touchdown, a whoosh as the doors opened. Thet's men there to help us out. I ran up to the terrace into Jian's arms, kiss and hug! Cho and Ting hugged, I got a kiss from Ting. Cho hoisted Jian up for a big squeeze!

Amporn and Niran were hugged and cheeks kissed.

Jaidee was bouncing around our legs, I introduced Jaidee to them. He gave Niran a big lick.

I put out my hand to Gil. She got to meet the body of the voice of Jian she'd been talking to. And Ting! Amporn and Niran were next. All good!

Amporn had my hand as I mock fainted from lack of coffee; she gave me a hug and a tug! We headed to the kitchen; Sumate escorted Gil to her new apartment. Cho's arms around me, Jian's hand in mine, nice! The Italian machine grinding out the dark brown liquid!!

Coffee in hand we headed towards the playroom. The train layout looked GREAT! Like in the pics it looked very real. Those Railroad model club guys knew their stuff!! The buildings we'd ordered were in neat piles of boxes waiting on me! Well it would be a bit longer.

I changed into a black string bikini, it'd had been a long time. More coffee in hand I wandered across the lawn with Jian towards the house where Gil would live. Jian's red bikini looked great; I told her I wanted to pull it off... Giggles and a willingness to let me! We laughed and hugged, carefully so as not to spill our treasured liquid.

Upstairs Gil was on her balcony looking out. Hugs, "Fay it's really nice! Can I do things with the furniture?"

"Yes, it's yours so play with it. How about a big mat in the little room for your yoga?"

Yea! "Great idea then I wouldn't worry about making room in here."

"You have an expense credit card so buy some furniture you like."

"Oh the bedroom stuff is great! But out here I'd like to go with lighter wood and smaller size. I really liked the California Mission style in the main room in Venice."

"I don't know about buying that here but go to it!"

I wiggled my butt, "I'm for a swim then a ride to the office. You can meet Dusit and Kwang and maybe a run to the Railroad. Got a bikini?"

She did, "See you at the pool."

I ran down the stairs making a run to the water...Whoosh! I was in. Down to touch the bottom then hanging on the edge waiting for Jian to come up.

She came against me, my legs around her, squeeze, kiss!

A big splash as Gil joined us! I stuck out my hand she grasped it to be pulled close. "We can't stay long but I needed to do this!"

We played around for a few minutes before heading to get dried and changed. I tossed a towel to Gil; she waved as she ran back to her's. Jian and I hand in hand raced over the terrace into the house to our rooms.

Quickie shower, hair drying and styling done, YES! Janice was right about the thinning on top! Much easier to style.

White linen dress, sleeveless, mid-thigh, black stockings up to a small garter belt, black thong, no bra. Narrow black leather belt, black ankle boots and a black bag. `Joy' for my man. Cho and Jaidee were outside now playing tennis ball toss. Jaidee loved it. It was warm, nice big grassy area and Cho! I almost joined in chasing the ball so could fetch it back to Cho. Laughing he gave me a kiss.

Jian came out in a short red skirt and sleeveless white blouse. Red heels! A white and red checkered bag. Very cute. Ting and Cho played with Jaidee as us three were picked up by Tu who was to be become my regular driver and PJ. PJ was glad not to be the driver he felt he could better protect me if there were no distractions.

At the office Dusit and Kwang both got big hugs for all their good work while I'd been away!! Wo was on tap for a big lunch today as a first thank you. Gil got to meet them, more voices that were faces now.

Jian and I sat down to go over the trips with some changes. At Cho's suggestion we'd be using Cho-Fay Air for the flights and for our accommodations. So the work that went into that part of the planning would have to be reversed.

I was happy though! It meant we could make the schedule tighter and have security. Lots of room for everyone and be well cared for by Soka and Ban. Kavat was doing the planning right now. Alex would be here in a few days to go with me.

Wo delivered a sumptuous lunch!! Green curry soup with several grasses, shrimp with red chiles, fragrant rice, grilled tofu with pineapple!! I happily stuffed myself as did everyone, we sat back to let it percolate. So much leftover, Kwang was taking it home to share with her partner as Dusit was going out tonight. Good! It was all so delicious as I told Wo on the phone. He was pleased that I liked his food and kept calling him for more.

Tu was waiting downstairs as Gil and I came out with PJ. Tu wasn't just a driver but a trained security man, armed but a good man behind the wheel as Thet explained when we talked about the new arrangement.

We whizzed over to the Railroad, quick for Bangkok traffic. Straight to the computer centre to see Eve. She was going over some papers when her assistant Tono nudged her... SMILE! We hugged which was harder as her tummy had grown a good deal.

"My what a big tummy you have Dear! Whatever could be happening?"

Laughing and hugging, kissing!. Eve had a checkup yesterday morning all is going well! I had Gil come over for an intro

"I'll give a kiss to Ku for you."

Ku was sipping tea and nearly spilled it when I hopped into Kavnu's outer office. More hugs and kisses. Gil was getting a charge out of these greetings. Kavnu was in the Northwest visiting some sites, he would be back day after tomorrow.

Upstairs to Cho's suite so Gil could meet Sanjara. Another face! They chatted PA stuff as I went along the corridor to Udorn's office; he was by Kamol's desk. Kamol made a gesture towards me, Udorn turned his head BIG SMILE, arms open wide to enfold me. Cheeks kissed, squeeze!

"Fay it has been so long!"

"How is Ubon? She's well along now."

All the news was good! She was very healthy, the baby kicked a lot, the nursery was ready... All good. One son anxious about his first child and waiting for a younger sister. The college professor son was sanguine about it all.

Tu knew where Dad's office was since also was a former Security Police officer. I had called Siri; she was at the door to escort us. The guards were told I was the General's daughter, I got some bows.

At Dad's office Siri hadn't told him I was coming so I peeked in, he was standing beside his desk talking on the phone. I made a knocking sound, he turned, it was amazing to see his face brighten.

He told the person on the call his daughter had arrived, they'd talk later. I was crushed in those strong arms, a big kiss! Dad took my hand to swing me out, "My dear you are looking so wonderful! Have you called Phailin? No? Do she wants to see you!"

We parked on his terrace, he called the fellow back, I dialed Phailin.

She was very happy we were back. I reminded her about the BBQ on the weekend, they'd be there! I told her about Sunny's riding and our setting up the stables in Seattle. Oh and about the house we leased. I said they should use it, our Security had it protected. Yes!

"Dinner with us tonight?"

She said yes but ask that fellow there... I did he nodded with a thumbs up! They were in!

Through the glass wall I could see Siri and Gil chatting. I felt good about Gil! She was handling the work easily and the pressure but she acted like the calm centre of hurricane which I had joking called her when we talked about everything going on and coming. Her keeping me up to date was already paying off. Her personality was friendly and open to everyone, she really `got it' about how to do the job!!!

Dusit and Kwang were the same. They would have more responsibilities when Andrea had the "Jian child" in a few months with Jian and Ting going to London. Alex onboard now wouldn't so much add work as complicate it a bit. I knew they could do it!

Dad and I hugged on my way out; he was ready for Cho's kebabs! I squeezed Siri's hand as we walked to the car; she held up her other hand with two fingers tightly closed together, "Lek and me!"

"Great! I'm glad. Remember the BBQ at ours Saturday!" A kiss.

In the car an email from Angela, Andy was set to go to Seattle. Paperwork done. He was to go to see the setup and line up suppliers and do some interviews for staff. He had to decide on furniture for the house he was going to live in and get a pickup truck with Greg's help. Then home for a bit of time and then travel with Guy and Chess when the stables were ready. She was doing it right!

At home it was bikini time, Gil sat with me as I changed then we walked over to her's. My `dangerous' white one had Gil's eyes open! She pulled out a dark blue string suit that was pretty small. I warned that Cho would show some interest. She gave me a look, "Don't worry you'll see what I mean."

I liberated two Newcastle's from the fridge, Amporn saying dinner was to be crispy fish in my honor! Cheers!! We swam a bit then sunned sipping beer. Cho came out in a Speedo!!! Gil's head rotated slowly I started laughing, "Fay I'm sorry but Cho is smashing!"

"Bringing out the `bi' in you?"

We were both laughing. Cho did laps before coming over to us, parking on the lounge beside Gil, giving her a good look; I knew that look could be something, "So Gil, comfy?"

So disarming! I was giggling right away as Gil got a bit pink, Cho laughed, "I like the way you are put together but I will leave it to Fay to explain."

As I was on my stomach I got a butt pat as he left us. I was still laughing, "Cho does that so easily. He loves looking but..." I rolled onto my side facing her my arms wide fingers pointing to myself, "...this is what he wants!"

Gil was stopped dead then it hit her, "Oh, I see! He doesn't..."

I was shaking my head NO! "He loves to admire woman BUT I'm all he wants...pretty good huh?"

"And trips like the Phuket get together..."

"He knows that he's the only man for me and how much I love my friends and we had been intimate before I met him."

Gil had called her aunts and uncles here in Bangkok and would see them when we came back from the next trip. Smiling, "They'll be surprised! I'm thinner and laughing more. I'd been unhappy in college so..."

I was standing beside Amporn watching Niran make lassi's, the kitchen smelled wonderful! I could see the rice cooker working away, looking thru the glass top to see the strands of saffron, the tiny black currants and small green peas. Amporn grew saffron crocus in our garden, pretty plant, delicate flower.

Cho hugged me, "Supervising Amporn?"

Talking in Thai again was our norm and Cho's question got a big smile from Amporn.

"No I'm not kibitzing! Just enjoying!"

I hugged Amporn and happily took a mango lassi from Niran out to Eve on the terrace. She was with Ku and Jian, eyes bright as I delivered her drink. Kiet was at the bar doing drinks a big grin, Achara brought me a Newcastle.

I'd had a short talk with Kiet when we came home. He said the letter which arrived the same day we left was sweet and apologetic. He had written back in a week or so to Sondra saying he was good and that no apology was needed. A shy smile, "Miss, it was good for us both, we learned a few things. I will be more careful."

"Kiet, don't be too shy of relationships. You two were new at it and went a bit too fast but you weren't wrong really. Being emotionally close brings physical closeness she got a bit scared because it came too quickly.'

I squeezed his hand, a nice smile, a nod. "Good! We may go to the Ice Rink soon, are you in?"

A huge smile, "Yes, Miss. I enjoyed that."

Phailin and Dad arrived. Hugs and kisses!! Phailin holding my hand as I intro'd Gil. She put out the other for Gil, "Good to see Fay getting some help."

We talked about lots of things, the new houses, she was offered there use whenever; how Jaidee was doing, spectacular; wedding plans, done and invites out. Phailin laughed, "We have ours! Your dad is going to talk to Cho and you about our coming by air with Thoi and Kanda."

I said it would be fine as we were going to use a helicopter to leave for Chalgrove. There was now a landing spot back from the edge of the lawn.

We had a great dinner party! Laughter from everyone. A few toasts and a nice welcome home by Dad! We made a lot of noise!

Afterwards Dad and I walking arm in arm in the garden going towards the water. He had been busy with problems in the south where there is a restive minority who were mostly Moslem. He was PO'd because it was up to his forces and the army to tamp down a rising militancy which could be very violent, bombings, killings and more while the politicians hadn't made any headway on solving the social and political issues. There needed to be greater regional autonomy but politicians dragged their feet. Frustrating for his folks and him. They could see that repression would not solve problems only prolong the conflict.

I squeezed his hand, "It sounds bad but will there some settlement of their grievances soon?"

He didn't think so only more passions aroused by the radicals leading to violence which the elders and others couldn't control. I hugged him.

"I can say my giving you away at Harcourt House is out but Phailin wants to attend."

I was sad and happy; Phailin was such a wonderful person to have around.

They were coming back for the BBQ, laughing, Dad said if only to see Thoi in shorts. He would wear his again in support.

I was in Cho's lap holding Jian's hand as Ting gently bounced her on his in the dark on the terrace. Everyone was gone we were alone. Our weddings plans were done for both. Cassandra had it sewn up, registrar at Harcourt House for our two weddings with Dr. Lone for Aileen and Sue. Invites out, our cooks and the Abingdon caterers, a company to manage the parking and had coordinated with Thomas, our Security head.

Alia had done the same here. The special train, the transport to the house, caterers, our staff cooking, Security all ready.

April 23rd was to be our red-letter day at the Forest House and May 1st at Harcourt House. In between the Santa Anita Stakes in California and the Kentucky Derby. Busy Busy!!

I was standing on the terrace in the morning sun watching Jaidee romping in the grass with Cho. Me with hot coffee and a salapao in hand. Jaidee was having fun, the tennis ball was already quite worse for wear.

Jaidee was tuckered out flopped down in the shade of the table next to me. Cho smiling, "Well we will get our money's worth from a can of tennis balls."

Office day, skinny green jeans, white sleeveless cut-off top and brown ankle boots. Gold bits on me with `Joy' placed by my love. Jian had on an orange mini-dress with burnt orange heels. Gil did a twirl when I rotated my fingers, dark blue mini-skirt and sleeveless white cut-off blouse and dark blue sandals! Cute!

Tu behind the wheel, PJ next to him we were off. Jian helped plan the visit changes with Dusit and Kwang doing the follow up with Kavat over at Cho-Fay Air. Gil was to go out to Suvarnabhumi Airport to get Alex, we'd leave Sunday evening.

The plan was straight to Port Moresby then on to Auckland to see the mountain water project then to Sydney then to Ho Chi Minh City to see about a water project in the Southern Highlands. Home after that.

Alex would go back to Seattle from Sydney maybe, then he would move house to the Venice apartment building. After the Kentucky Derby we would meet up again to review the Kanawha Canal and Intercoastal Waterway projects on site. Cho would go with us for those.

Alex came through the office door with Gil! Smiling, "Good to see you again! Hotter than I remember though."

"Don't worry we'll go home soon, pool and Newcastle's will be cool."

I intro'd Kwang and Dusit! Kwang was pleased to be his direct support but Jian and Dusit were there too! Alex's calendar would be managed by Kwang and posted for Company viewing.

Alex and I sat outside with coffee to go over tonnes of things! He had his iPad out, I loaned him an Apple Bluetooth keyboard for faster input, he was typing away. He'd seen the prepared itinerary for South America and was told he could work with Kwang to make changes.

I gave him the rundown for our trip.

Jasmin called, Reg had sent out a beta of the `stake mounted scanner' to test. It arrived. She was going to Tarek's with it now, "Do you want to see your idea at work?"

YES! Alex too. Gil called Tu; he was ready so we went down. PJ holding the door we piled in. Jasmin would meet us. The drive to the yard was well remembered in fact I was a bit emotional about going there. I closed down some; Gil saw it and occupied Alex with some small talk.

At the Railroad yard I took a beaming Tarek's hand, "Miss you look wonderful!"

I thanked him, intro'd Alex and Gil. "How is Li?"

The smile got bigger, "Miss we are ... how you say `going like gang-busters?' Is that right?"

"Indeed! I'm happy for you two!"

"We may have her move into my house so it is good."

I gave him a hug as Jasmin rolled in. More hugs and intro's.

Jasmin was excited, "Reg sent a set, the scanner and a tripod tester. I programmed the scanner for our system so I just need to check on connectivity to a test virtual server Eve has running and we can give it a go."

Jasmin did that as we walked over to a low berm track segment. I had the tripod, very light made with fiberglass poles that were adjustable. I put it on the track, making a few height changes to match the level of the barcodes on a rail car using a handy cheat sheet from Reg.

Jasmin pressed the stake into the earth beside the track to the marked point on the pole, she adjusted it to face the test target. I had my iPad with a connection to Eve's shop. iPhone in hand waiting. The data hit the virtual test server my iPad was linked to! Eve's voice, "Fay, it was fast. The 4g signal works well."

We moved the scanner down the track away from the built up area testing the 4g signal. A new test done out there was just as successful. The weakened signal didn't matter since were aren't sending a large data packet.

I was pleased, hugging Jasmin, "Please keep testing in other environments and locations but it does work as planned."

We walked back Alex beside me, "Fay, am I right in saying this was your idea?"

Smiling I told him about thinking on it while riding then corralling Reg on Christmas Day. Spilling it out, getting Cho and Eric to come look and Reg running with it.

Standing by the car he was looking away then slowly turned, "The transit video boxes were you too?"

I laughed, "Yes but in both cases my ideas only got somewhere because of Reg's technical skills."

"But still they're great because each is a simple device. Yes, lots of sophistication inside but basically simple. Damn I know now why, for sure, you're in the Deputy MD role!"

I thanked him for the kind words. Gil had taken a call; I could see her bouncing on her toes.

"Fay could I give you a message?"

We linked arms and turned away from the car. PJ watching as we walked a short distance, "Fay, a broker here was offered a large block of The Project's stock from an institutional holder. They wanted out as the share price continues to fall albeit slowly. We're by my rough calculation past the second quarter goal by fifteen percent. In a month we've done the six month objective and more!"

We hugged and turned around to the car. Alex's bags were in the boot so we drove home. We'd see Jasmin at the BBQ later.

The BBQ crowd would be my Crew' and their partners, Thoi and Kanda, Dad and Phailin, Udorn and Ubon, Lek and Siri, and Rak with Anong. Jasmin! Cho was doing the sauce for the kebabs but Achara was the trainee chef? Cho smiling when he told me, "She's very happy about it. We talked about her helping so why not go further. The Secret Sauce' will remain hush-hush; she will learn how to cook them."

Okay! Achara had a big grin! Ready!

Black short shorts and black sandals with a blood red silk sleeveless cut-off top! Gold jewelry bits in all the usual places.

Yow! You look good' ...that was a quote from Cho by the way! He dabbed me with Joy' in a few spots.

Jian in cute white shorts and a canary yellow top, white espadrilles. And a big smile too! Hugs!

Gil came through the terrace kitchen doors in blue. Blue shorts showing off her slender legs, cut-off darker blue top, white trainers on her feet. Three way hug.

I dragged them down to the train table. I'd worked with Cho on laying down track and planning our road net. We had one rail line branching out from the tunnel to our town run to where we'd put in the roundhouse and switching yard. The main train station would be on the town centre side of the yard. They both looped out to the main line.

The line going through the whole length of the tunnel Cho ran down to the end of the table into a big curve crossing the width of the flat area behind a hill and turning back up the table towards the town and rail yard. There'd be several small farms at the lower end of the table. In town, I laid a spur line into where we'd put some industrial businesses and a warehouses. It continued on through the rail yard to the main line.

HhhhhMmmmm It was starting to look like a something! Cho was happy and I got a big hug and kiss!!

Now Cho was the master chef! He had Achara and Ting working but I knew Ting would get time off! The sauce made, the kebabs ready! Amporn had done the rice dishes, veggies, roti; I had suggested we use the Kiet Restaurant for the desserts. Done!

I was the greeter Yea! On the grass near the driveway with Gil and Jaidee, my team! They were new to most folks so we'd get that out of the way. Kiet set up a table for me; I had boxes of hats and t-shirts.

Ni and Kavnu with his boys! Jaidee was running around with making happy dog noises.

Reyna and Thet! Big hugs! Reyna and I chatted horses; she was riding our two bays, Carmen and Roy at the stables past Don Mueang several times a week!

I was very happy to hear that as Carmen and Roy needed the work. I sent Thet on towards Cho but... "Don't volunteer to help!"

He was laughing. Reyna stayed for a few minutes as Lawan and Thang arrived. Loads of hugs and kisses.

"Fay you look so toned! Is it the riding?"

Lawan holding my hand, "Yes and walking with Jaidee!"

I pointed across the lawn where my little man was romping with Kavnu's boys. I called out to them. And to Jaidee. He rushed over like a good fellow to be introduced to new folks.

Thang squatting down to give him some ear rubbing. Lawan smiling, "We are considering a pet. I want a cat Thang a dog maybe we get one of each? Who knows?"

Rak and Anong arrived and more intros took place. I was holding Anong around the waist as she leaned closer, "Fay I am expecting! Due in September."

Huge hug for her and then Rak. I pointed him to Cho, "Go tell Cho!"

"Fay it is so wonderful! Rak was funny when I told him, he stared at me...a long pause...then a smile came up he held me and thanked me! It was he said his fondest wish! So I've, with some help, made him very happy!"

More hugs, a soft voice in my ear "Thank you Fay because I am happy too!"

Eve and Ku! Cute matching shorts and tops, blue and white! I loved that they did this!

My arms around Eve, "Hunny you look so good! Ready for Phuket?"

Ku's chin on my shoulder eyes bright, smiling, "I will answer for us both...YES!"

I'd been giving out shirts and hats from the French Connection shop. I had to do some explaining about the FCUK lettering but everybody loved them.

The Thoi's and Keren's came together as usual. Massive hugs all around! Thoi in the shorts and polo shirt we gave him at Christmas!! Kanda laughing, "He was so ready to do this!"

I admired his legs with a wink to Kanda, she was giggling!

Thoi and Kanda got to meet Gil and Jaidee, my little fellow sitting there so sweet, pink tongue lolling a bit he loved the attention!

I sent the men onto Cho. Kiet came out with Newcastle's for us three! Yea!

We had a bunch arrive together. Lek and Siri, Udorn and Ubon all at once. Kisses and hugs hats and shirts distributed. Ubon was healthy and happy, she looked it!

I pointed them all to the food and drink!

Tarek and Li holding hands big smiles too! Kamol came with them! I said I needed to hear about her Christmas trip to Los Angeles and tell her about Venice.

Jasmin standing there with a FCUK hat on grinning! "Fay, I could probably wear this around here without many folks knowing."

I had my arm about her waist walking up to the bar, "Fay I loved the scanner! Easy to setup, I can have a dozen fellows trained to programme them and do the install in a few hours!"

Bloody Mary for her, another Newcastle pour moi! I checked on Cho, I needn't have, he was supervising Achara sipping a Newcastle looking quite relaxed. Achara was grinning as she worked! I brought her an icy Coke!

I had Jaidee with me talking with the man in the shorts, Thoi. Kanda hugged me when I sat beside her. Thoi smiling as I stared at his legs making a show of it. Laughter from Dad also in shorts, "Well have you taken any pictures to commemorate the event?"

Damn I hadn't but I made up for that right away with Thoi laughing loudly. Kanda looking over my shoulder giggling. It was so good to have these people as friends and family. I was a lucky girl!

And here was my man! I got lifted up for a kiss. Cho pointed out to the lawn where Kavnu's boys kicking around a football with Jaidee. He wanted to bite it but the little guy's mouth wasn't big enough yet. So it was popped out of his mouth for him to chase after. Funny!

Food was ready so we all trooped over. I gave Achara a kiss, carefully because her apron showed she'd worked hard.

I got a shrimp kebab, another Newcastle, a plate of veggies over rice and a nice piece of roti. I parked on a terrace bench, food down I waved to Alex. We talked some shop and the trip tomorrow. Not having to move into hotels each night was a huge saving in time and being able to sleep while going toward the next stop was awesome!

I began to move around with Jaidee seeing how everyone was doing. The food was disappearing! Cho sitting with Thoi, Ting and Dad. Kavnu and Udorn in there too. Ubon was with Eve and Ku talking babies. Thet and Thang were with Kavnu's boys and Ni and the football. I gathered up Jasmin we walked towards the dock. I waved to Jian who had Kanda and Phailin with Reyna and Lawan. Lek had joined the football group, Siri watching, smiling.

"So you've landed well and are zooming!"

"Yes, Udorn and Kavnu have been terrific. Getting things set and encouraging me. They'll be changes, all the Railroad issued cellphones switched to iPhones. Staff that travel will be carrying either iPads or MacBooks, all the rail yard managers have iPads."

"Oh and Eve has is a brick. So steady, she knows the systems like she was born to it."

I laughed, "She has a good head! She has picked it up far better than I'd hoped."

Jasmin looked at me, "You don't know? I pushed her forward for the job when the decision to go with the Mac OS X Servers was mooted. She was helping me and Ku support The Company's new installs of hardware and software. The Railroad needed a systems manager for the Mac servers I sold them on her."

"She didn't have any experience..."

"Not with Mac's, just the brains and determination!"

She stopped; I could see tears, "What's wrong?"

Jasmin shook her head, I gave her a moment, "Fay you did the same for me! You hardly knew me..."

"I interviewed you; I liked what I heard and saw. I used my senses!"

I gave Jasmin a hug, "So what's behind this?"

I saw one of the caterers waving them over, I whispered into her ear. Off she went.

I squeezed Jasmin's waist, a big sigh, "Well I've been working too much and only go home to eat and sleep... lonely I guess."

The young caterer came back with the handkerchief I'd asked for and the mango lassi. Handkerchief first. Jasmin smiled like everyone does when she got the story. Tears over...lassi's sugary coolness in!

"You need to call some folks, talk to Jian or Ku or Eve! Remember we're all one big family of companies, inter-connected."

"I do go down to see Eve, she's busy and the babies..."

"Try harder! Eve and Ku are very outgoing! Then..." I got Jasmin look at me, "...do you need help? An assistant or other staff?"

I made it clear she would need to build staff so the Railroad got the communications services it should have and she could have a normal work life with DAYS OFF!

A smile, "Yes I know but doing daily things eats up the time."

"Delegate and do some hiring."

I squeezed her, "Skip the alcohol for the rest of the night, go home soon, sleep and Monday get Human Resources involved."

Jasmin gave me a salute, "Yes Boss."

Seeing my face, "Well you are! I'm here because you thought of me and for me, Cho is the Railroad Chairman of the Board, you're on the board how much more Boss is there?"

We laughed and headed back to the terrace. I saw Cho, kiss and thank you for the Cho-Fay handkerchief and a whispered `I'll tell you later.'

Kamol sitting nibbling. I parked myself. "So tell me about your Christmas trip?"

She was so happy, they were met at LAX by her Marine's brother. Very friendly, cute like her man. There was a big family dinner in an uncle's backyard. BBQ! With many other goodies!

Loads of cousins, aunts, uncles and his parents. "Fay they were so nice! I was made to feel like I already belonged there with them. My man is the oldest of five kids and considered a hero by one and all. I heard about his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan from several sources although he had told me it all I did not say."

I hugged her, "Very politic of you."

"They loved and admired him so much and wanted to share so it was easy. I was in the kitchen with his mom and I knew she wanted to ask questions. I was good with it, she shooed out everyone. We did some food fixing and cleaning and talked. She knows I have a very responsible job; I like my work and boss and love her son! She had a few tears, some folks wanted to come in but I held them off until she was ready. A nice hug and kiss. So we started out great!"

Smiling, "The next few days were a whirlwind of visits to meet friends and see the city. He had been born in Alabama but the family moved to Los Angeles over thirty years ago so he is an Angeleno! Shortly before were to come back we were watching a sunset on the beach at Santa Monica there was a discussion about my body. He knows how well everything has gone for you and is ready to support me. Sarge knows I had been preparing in a slow way. Dr. Sanporam has me on hormones now for nearly seven months and I've seen Mrs. Vanatonu. So I am getting ready."

I squeezed her hand, "You know the Railroad will help! Udorn is fully behind you."

Kamol rested her head on my shoulder, "Yes everyone here is so good to me."

My hand holding hers, "You are a sweetie!"

Wandering later I sat beside Tarek and bumped him with my hip, "Hey, how goes it?"

He guffawed and Li had a big grin because I'd managed to get it right in Thai but with my own twist.

They were doing well! I asked Li, if I wasn't being too nosy, were they going to co-habit?

Her head ducked a bit, the smile stayed; she wanted them to live together. Her place was too small but his was good. Tarek would have to keep it cleaner than he had been though. That got a bit of choked cough from Tarek and and an elbow from me.

"I will try..."

Li was giggling with we'll see comment.

Lawan and Jian found me and apologized to Li and Tarek but they needed me!! I was dragged over to where Reyna, Ku, Eve and Ni were. Jian holding my hand, "We are just so ready to go to Phuket! Everything is ready?"

I assured them the day was unchanged, Gil had it all prepared. Flight, security was ready, Pha was going to do our cooking, all good! Gil had come up from behind and slipped an arm around Jian's neck, a quick kiss.

"It's ready!"

Jasmin came by; she was going home, taking my advice. I told her I'd be back in a few days and would be happy to talk. Kiss!

Ku walked her to the car. A hug! I waited with Eve.

"Fay, we'll watch out for her!"

"Subtle though, right?"

Eve laughed, "Yes Fay we won't go overboard!"

The BBQ wound down, folks heading out. Thang had Lawan on his back piggy-back style. A kiss for each. Kavnu's little men were tired out like Jaidee who was sleeping already.

Everybody got hugs and kisses with some last laughs about Thoi's legs which I will say were quite muscular and man shapely.

Us four sitting in the living room as the caterers directed by Kiet and Achara did the cleanup. Amporn and Niran had been hugged and thanked for their hard work.

I was picked up and carried out down the hall towards bed Ting toting Jian right behind us. Last kisses and hugs!

Naked on my back a warm puppy next to me, a warm Cho on top! We kissed my fingers going slowly through his lush hair we talked quietly about the party and our friends. I told him about Jasmin and my prescription. He was happy with me.

Sleep was coming! Cho carried Jaidee to his bed after many kisses from me. Spooned we drifted off quickly.

Coffee in one hand, a salapao in my other, sun on my face, bikini on my bod! Morning!

Packing for the trip, Gil was going to help.

Email from Malee, she was doing well with occasional morning sickness, not too bad. They'd were ambivalent about finding out the sex! Both sort into the mystery of it!

I got a voicemail from Satang the seamstress at Mongkut; she ready to do a fitting of my wedding dress. I called to leave a message that I'd be back in Bangkok in a few days. I said Friday afternoon would work.

Monday next week I had a meeting with Kotro set to go over the plans for the Chanthira Foundation clinics with the Board meeting on Tuesday morning. Oh shit! Gil reminding me there was Railroad board meeting Wednesday. I was glad she was on the job, laughing again about how I'd said she would need to remind of what was on my calendar when she was hired!

I grabbed Gil and PJ, Tu driving we went over to the old neighborhood. At Dr. Thannet's picked up some pills and said hello to him and Kaki! The club was still going, quiet though on a Sunday afternoon. I had the car stop outside the little alleyway to That's tattoo shop. PJ came with me.

I swept in, my canary yellow sleeveless mini-dress, navy blue shoes and bag, gold jewelry I looked like a million bucks! The nephew who I'd sucked was there but he didn't recognize me. I asked for Mr. That and passed by into the back room with the odd old barber chair thing. That was reading by the window. He didn't know me right off but when I told him what he'd done the light came on.

I told him it had been covered by another's choice he nodded. He knew what had happened to the brothers. I asked for some of his healing creame, he gave me a small container. He wouldn't take any money.

The nephew had come to the door and figured out who I was. The presence of PJ made the nephew think he was my new lover and made a remark about me.

PJ whipped around grabbing him by the neck to pin him up on the wall! Arms flailing like an upside-down bug he stopped when PJ leaned to say something. I told Mr. That it would be good to forget me. PJ made it plain to the nephew his continued good health would depend on it.

Mr. That apologized for his nephew. They would be discreet. He said my Thai was so good he had been unable to place me. He was honored I remembered him.

It was a good note on which to leave. PJ dropped the nephew like a sack of rocks. He leaned over for one last whispered comment. We walked out into the little courtyard, the silvery fish darting in the sunny pool through the narrow way to street.

In the sun on the road side I put my hand on PJ's arm, "What was the last bit?"

A smile, "I mentioned I knew where he was and my boss would have me come back if there was a need."

I laughed, "Good!"

I handed the creame to Gil with the request to send it to Shelia in Melbourne. We motored to Noi's shop. I'd called so she was ready, at the door I got a big hug!

Gil and I looked around. I got a short vest in black with big tuxedo lapels held closed by two shiny black buttons, a vertically striped in white mini-dress, blue slender stripes; a scarf in white silk with little blue birds and a rather nice wide leather belt in white.

Gil found two dresses, stripes on both dominated on one by cobalt blue and the other a rich magenta. Also some accessories. Minor alterations for all of our choices. Noi said her husband could drop them at our house. Any day was fine as I was going away for a few days.

At Sakda's we said hellos and I intro'd Gil. He had commissions from Shelia after her visit and Jasmin who'd seen the ones in Cho's office and loved them! I asked about what wood would do well outdoors, we talked about it and I asked him to make several tables but I'd have to get back to him on measurements. All good!

We swung by Soi Pholyotin to visit Sense of Scale for some more model cement and another power supply that could run a group of buildings. Our model railroad needed buildings for our folk to live and work in!

At home Amporn and Niran had the day off so we went to the French-Polynesian restaurant Cho liked. Coconut shrimp! And a pineapple baked fish!!

On the terrace in Cho's lap, Ting was trying to tickle Jian but she seemed to be defending herself well enough. Gil brought her bags over and joined us. Alex came out with a tray of night-caps courtesy of Kiet. Sipping Amaretto with Gil and Jian watching the guys enjoy their cognac.

Gil had given Cho and I reports on more share buying; we had reached sixty percent of our total goal! All the investors had been informed.

I said goodbye to Cho's cock with some teasing sucking. We laughed and a few tickles thrown in too! I'd only be gone a few days, the trip made shorter by using a Cho-Fay aircraft.

Big hug on the terrace!! An even bigger kiss!!!

Security men carried our bags to the helicopter. A last wave, on board. We rose quickly and turned up river. Lots of lights on the tarmac at Don Mueang as we climbed out. Going up the stairs still in awe of the size of this airplane. It looked even bigger on the lighted tarmac with the darkness beyond.

Soka and Ban! Hugs for them! Soka helped me do some unpacking since were staying aboard. Gil next door to my suite, PJ and Shira each had a cabin. Soka and Ban had the new cabin staff room below beside the Women's and Men's flight deck accommodations.

Mira came into the lounge with another women in our flight deck uniform, a blonde with bright green eyes, slender like Mira, Stephanie. She was new to Cho-Fay Air; this was a check out flight. Stephanie was number two on the other shift. She had experience in 767's with American Airlines and Air Canada. She's a Canadian national.

I shook her hand with a `glad you are with us' and a big smile.

Mira's number two was finishing the pre-flight; we would be ready in a few minutes. Flight time of seven hours planned but there was some weather building up over the Celebes Sea which may cause us to detour if it moves south or southeast.

I grabbed a few cookies and some water before parking in one of those comfy lounge chairs for take-off. Grinning at Gil and Alex then at PJ and Shira who were buckled up. As I started to put on my seat belt Mira's voice said we were taxiing and expected to take-off right away.

My iPad blipped an iMessage from Cho, all hearts and kisses! I sent back dozens!!!

We reached the end of the runway and Mira swung us around and kept on going engines whining! Damn we were light fast!

Up! Nose sharply raised we soared into the darkness then a power turn to starboard. When we leveled I popped up for more cookies before bed!

iPhone alarum going off! Poo! More sleep! I missed Cho's warmth! His call last night was wonderful! We talked about many things our love most of all. And what he wanted to do to my body when I got home!!!

Up and washed in a robe and slippers for FOOD! Salapaos, fruit and coffee. Overhead Mira's voice we were thirty minutes from wheels down. Good we didn't have to worry about luggage.

Mira said the weather was hot so I dressed in an off-white short sleeved mid-thigh dress, very cool lightweight linen with a black shirt collar and black cuffs on the sleeves, black undies and garter belt holding black stockings and black pumps. Gold jewelry. Small bag and the Jian-Ting case for the iPad.

Everyone strapped in as we came in over the coast, a short turn to port, lined up on runway 32R at Jacksons International. Touchdown was smooth; we taxied to a parking area south of the commercial terminal. A big black car was waiting. Alex, Gil and PJ with me, Shira would be security on board.

Mr. Awabo climbed out of the air conditioned car, portly with a wide nice face. I took off my sunglasses as we shook hands. A pleasant greeting from him, introductions and we were on the road.

We turned out of the airport onto a small roundabout then there was another much larger one then on a wide boulevard that curved in an arc westward. We turned south to a large office building off Wards Strip.

Mr. Awabo said this was the Water Board offices, he was the relevant Minister and the board was a government agency setup to do the operations. I met the board members in a surprisingly airy conference room given the `office building' exterior.

A nice welcome speech after intro's, I went to work. Gil hooked up my iPad to their flat screen TV with the HDMI cable. I went over lightly the report I'd sent to Awabo then going to a video of the various water control projects of The Company both completed and in progress. The video of the remote control software side by side with the animated actions by the hardware got a buzz going.

Then I ran the aerial video Mr. Awabo had sent me which I'd sent on to Ni.

She had a good shop going. The nice office space which she thought too big was history. She'd moved to a new space triple the size in the same building we owned. With seed money from us she'd hired some talented folks to create and maintain our iOS Apps and private network; others did programming for The Company like the animations, training webpages and more. This aerial-animation was done by Claire an expatriate American Ni had hired some months back.

This aerial video now had animated overlays on the terrain to show the locations of equipment and water movement through the system. The murmurs in the room where excited! Alex and Gil distributed sheets showing a proposed timeline, costs at each stage and the water flows planned.

Lots of smiles around the table and thank yous! We unwound ourselves and thanked them for their time!

Outside the room Mr. Awabo was grinning ear to ear, "Miss Martin that was smashing!! The board I'm sure will vote to go ahead. I'll know in a day or so."

We headed out to the car but we were stopped by the board chairman asking us to come back for a moment. He stood at the end of the table smiling, "Miss Martin the board has voted and we want The Company to do this project with us!"

They all started to clap, Mr. Awabo too! I thanked them and told them we'd have a great project. The chairman said they had other possible locations especially on the north side of the Owen Stanley's and they'd very much like me to take a look those possibilities. Mr. Awabo said he'd prepare some docs and info for me.

Another set of goodbyes and we were on the road to the airport. Gil had alerted Mira so things were in process when I said bye to Mr. Awabo on the tarmac. He was a happy fellow!

"Miss Martin please come back soon so I could show you some more of our beautiful country, meet our people and taste our various cuisines."

I said I would.

As pre-flight was nearly done I rushed through a change to jeans and a jumper after a yell for FOOD! Soka and Ban laughingly said they would be ready after take-off. Two cookies were delivered by Alex with a grin. He had mouthful of one himself.

Email to Eric on how it went! Another to Ni with many thanks for the aerial-animation as it worked like a charm! A call to Cho which lasted through the close up, taxiing and take-off.

Cho was very happy for me, "You are really good at this!"

"Yes but there's more than me."

"True but you are the one putting it together and leading!"

Okay! He was doing great; Jaidee was missing me, so was he!

Soka said twenty minutes to food. So I went up to the cockpit. Mira let me in with a grin. Stephanie was in the left seat, she waved. The right seat was Tom; he was a recent addition too but had been with us on the U.S. flights. Out the cockpit windows was all ocean, we'd be crossing water the whole way.

Alex was typing away on email, Gil nose in her MacBook working on a spreadsheet, PJ and Shira reading! Quite an exciting crew! Alex and I did sit to go over the Water Board meeting more closely after dinner.

FOOD! Shrimp with chiles! Fish cakes in sweet peanut sauce. Saffron rice with curried veggies! Roti. Coconut ice cream!! Coffee and Amaretto!! Damn Soka and Ban could cook!!

Sipping my Amaretto when Mira came in, Soka got her some ice cream. We'd be in Auckland before ten o'clock; Kavat arranged a berth at the International Terminal slot 16. The berth wasn't going to be needed while we were there way out at the far west end of a concourse. We could use a Jetway to go into the terminal but we might get tangled up with the security so we'd best use the rolling staircase.

A helicopter would pick us up in the morning for the flight to the work site. Kenneth our install team leader and Lew the New Zealand Water Power fellow would be at the sites to show us around.

I was looking out a cabin window, the late afternoon sun striking the raised winglet the yellow sunlight against the white wing. Glittery with the deep blue sea below as background. Nice!

I was looking out from the cockpit again deep dark with a speck of light ahead, Auckland! Stephanie was talking to New Zealand air traffic control as I backed out. I had my arm around Mira's slender waist, "Miss Martin, we can get you into the right hand seat on another leg."

I said I'd like that, hug!

Stephanie had us on the ground smoothly in forty five minutes. A customs fellow came aboard, he gave a clean bill and would add our passports to a safe flyers list.

Soka and Ban were laying out snacks before the sleeping thing. Up early in the morning.

I called Gregory at Harcourt House. He gave me a report on the new horses and how my girl was doing, "Pamela goes out every morning with Diana, they have a good ride so there exercise but she seems sad right now, missing you."

"I can't do much until we are back in a few months."

"We'll try to distract her"

I laughed and thanked him. He said the training tracks were complete and look great. He's had horses down there, the dirt is good.

Andy was ready to go. Chess and Guy would fly over later when Andy went back to Seattle to stay.

I followed up with a call to Carter. We went over some miscellaneous things and then he said he had one personnel item. No, no, everyone was fine.

Prasert had been spending a lot of time there, doing repairs etc... Carter paused, "Miss, he and Ellice are quite thick and I asked him his intentions. They want to live together and are thinking marriage."

"Well Carter, Cho and I won't care if she wants to stay with Prasert in the garage apartment but what do you think?"

He said he had a concern, it would set a precedent and he wasn't certain that would be good. I got his point, telling him I'd speak to Cho as soon as possible. "Please put the move-in on hold and tell Prasert why."

We had a few minutes more before ringing off.

I called Cho; we talked about the Harcourt things and Prasert, "Carter has a good point which we have to consider as we grow. I do not want us to be morality police but we will not want domestic arrangements causing conflicts either. I will call Prasert myself, he is important to us, family, so it should be one of us."

I agreed and I would call Carter back to let him know. We were good. He said call later when I was in bed. OKAY!

Carter said he'd wait on the result of Cho's call to Prasert.

Snacks were great, fruit, cheese, warm bread, sweet things!! We munched with the flight deck crews and Soka and Ban who'd laid it out! I got to talk to Stephanie and Tom about their coming aboard with Cho-Fay Air. Both knew there'd be a lower work load overall which they appreciated but some heavy times too when sleeping in the flight deck accommodations would last for days to a week.

Mira was a good boss, Captain Kor too said Tom.

I snuggled in bed with Cho's voice in my ear. He made me laugh and feel sexy, his voice always did that.

Prasert said Ellice had agreed to marry him but they hadn't spoken to her family. The family appeared to like Prasert, they got on but marrying into the family was a step up. So Ellice wouldn't move in until they were married. They hoped later this spring.

I'd call Carter again to let him know, Cho said he'd do that I should go to sleep.

I said I'd do as I was told which got a chuckle from Cho. But I did.

The darkness was still holding off the sun when my iPhone went off. I didn't put off getting up. Straight to the shower! Squeaky clean, hair and my face done. It seemed I was using less makeup than ever which was never very much. I put `Joy' on for me to think of Cho enjoying it.

Coffee! Soka was up. I got lots of eggs, little veggie sausages, toast with strawberry marmalade! Lots of coffee.

Dressed for the great outdoors, jeans, shirt with jumper over, Timberland boots with thick soles and heavy socks. A good Mac in case.

The helicopter fluttered in nearby. Me, Gil, Alex and PJ climbed in. Roomy enough and the sound muffled. The first stop was about thirty minutes away.

We had a wonderful clear day. The land was so green. There was a lot to see as we cruised southward. We landed on a packed earth area near the Waikato River close to Lake Atiamuri. Two men were waiting. I popped out to meet Emory from our install division that had been acquired at my suggestion after The Company had used them for contract work. Lew who I'd done the deal with from the North Island Power Co.

I did the intros of my folks, smiles all around. We talked about the project and where it was at now. We'd meet up with Kenneth the supervisor for The Company at the second stop.

I got to see the new controls at the damn that creates the lake and generates hydro-power. Lew gave us a good look at the control room and the big hardware.

He and Emory joined us for the flight southward to Wairakei. It was only twenty miles. Lake Taupo came into view right away, huge and deep blue in the sun. We landed on a grassy strip near the Aratiatia Rapids building. They gates were to open shortly so we'd have quite a sight.

Kenneth was there. I was intro'd by Emory. We all got to watch the gates open and the vast amounts of water rushing through was impressive. Loud and beautiful. I'd been taking snaps all day and did a video of the gates opening for Cho.

Kenneth had completed the install here and would be moving to the next location in two days.

I asked about lunch which got a grin from PJ. He knew me!

We piled into two cars for a short drive to Waipahihi. Down View Road to Broadlands Roads to the Number One Highway, a short hop to Napier Road and down to Lake Taupo shore. The Espresso Cove restaurant was a nice choice by Lew. I told everyone on the way in it was my treat to let them know to enjoy. We sat outside with a spectacular view over the water. Bright sun had me shed the jumper for now.

I scanned the menu, seemed Okay but I saw the white chocolate cheesecake, two pieces instead of a sandwich and double espresso! I got a few smiles but stuck to it. When I had demolished the two I went for a third, a piggy but it was soooo good! I asked for four pieces to go.

Afterwards we walked and talked a bit on the shore pathway. Kenneth and Emory were pleased but Lew even more. I was with Lew, Alex and the two install folks got into some details and future projects. They heard we were going on to Sydney and then Vietnam. Kenneth asked Alex to send on his impressions of the Sydney project since he'd done it before coming here.

Lew said his company appreciated the skill and professionalism of our team. They had worked hand and glove with his folks and it showed since they were nearly two weeks ahead of the schedule.

The helicopter had flown to Taupo Airport to fuel so we drove down Lake Terrace to the airport to meet it. Kenneth would drive Lew and Emory back to their vehicles. We said our goodbyes and hopped aboard. The pilot made a westward take-off so we could fly over a portion of the big lake. Very lovely view from a few thousand feet. Then like a bullet towards Auckland Airport.

Our pilot gave a heads up to Mira on our ETA. The 767 was ready to go when we landed. I thanked the pilot, he done well by us. I had Gil call his office so I could talk to the owner. He was pleased I took the time and very happy his pilot had merited my praise.

Up the stairs Stephanie welcomed us. "We are ready to taxi whenever we get the door shut." That spurred us. We did the putting away of things as Mira's voice said we're rolling. I changed my shoes and top as the tarmac slid by.

I got some water, cookies and the cheesecake in the fridge before parking in my chair and buckling up. It was only three hours or less to Sydney. I called Aaron at the freight railroad. He was ready to meet tomorrow for dinner with Angie and Tony at Summer Salt Restaurant on Wanda Beach. Gil had made a booking on Tony's recommendation, he sang their praises!

I called Shelia and Alex in Melbourne. I had wanted to have them come up to Sydney but Alex had something on with his family, a double birthday party, so no go. I told her Gil was sending the creame from That to her so she could prepare for her piercing. Yea! From Shelia. Alex said he was anticipating the new hardware for him to use to curl her toes! Laughing we rang off.

I got my iPad out to look at the locations we'd be going to west of Sydney in the mountains and foothills. Patrick from the Water Board would meet us at Kingsford Smith International Airport in the morning; we'd all fly out to the locations on a helicopter Gil had set up.

Inbound over the Tasman Sea all blue with the brown coast line coming up. Over Botany Bay turning to starboard then the descent to wheels down on 34L, smoothly done by Mira. Kavat had us a parking place north of the International terminal we walked down to stretch our legs and get some air.

Dinner `at home' tonight. A lovely curry soup, delicious little shrimp dumplings, fried rice filled with crispy veggies and tofu, roti and ice cream with afters. My after was espresso and my fav Amaretto Disaronno.

Cho and I had been emailing a lot getting advice from all the investors and Mike in New York and William in Nebraska especially. We were nearly at seventy five percent of what we needed before William's contact with a family member would be needed. So discussions about bringing all the shares purchases together, getting last bite and making our claim of ownership.

We wanted the take-over to be as bloodless as possible. The family member selling shares would be staying at a Bermuda home of Mike when the shit hit the fan, out of contact. We promised him our protection from his father's retaliation as much as we could.

As Cho and I were the `face' of the investor group we'd be making the announcements and working with Bill on decision-making. He had three execs who were ready to make a move, experienced and strong.

I'd gotten Gil to keep up with Petra and Sumate putting together a Security team for the takeover day. They'd have to be able to take some verbal abuse but remain firm. Escorting some folks out would surely be needed, easy or hard.

I took Alex into one of the unused cabins for a talk. I told him in general terms about The Project, no names but the level of importance. He would have to for some unknown period take a larger slice of my Company work. Team Bangkok would take care of him in every way. He was already excited about South America and the rest.

Cho in my ear when I snuggled down later. He was so sweet with me. I was ready for lights out.

Morning in Sydney! Black jeans, White cotton long sleeve shirt under a lightweight black jumper, black ankle boots! Some gold jewelry and `Joy' looking in the mirror I was cute! Big smile!

Airport security delivered Patrick on time! We loaded up into the helicopter and headed west across the city. Warragamba was the first stop, a slow fly-by over the dam and then down river to Norton's basin where new hardware and software were in. We landed in a clearing on the water's edge a short walk to the site. Patrick gave us chapter and verse as he had worked with Kenneth on the entire project.

Their company controlled all these remote locations from an office off the Flushcombe Road in Blacktown. Central location, easy to get to. We went on to Penrith to a site as the Nepean River wandered north. Penrith Lakes development was huge from the air and growing, they'd been used during the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games for multiple water events.

Castlereagh, Agnes Banks and then North Richmond where we landed in a field behind Newmarket Saddlery. We walked a few blocks to a place Patrick said was quite good. It was an Asian Fusion restaurant called the Mountain Palace on Bells Line of Road. A good vegetarian egg drop soup, crispy and light shrimp egg rolls, fried rice thick with veggies, chunks of egg and tofu! Green tea.

Stuffed we walked back to the helicopter; I patted the pilot on the back, "Now don't get sleepy on us after that."

He laughed, "No, Miss. My tank was low so I'm ready to go!"

I took Gil into the Newmarket Saddlery to have a look. Lots of things, clothes, equipment and tack. We wandered briefly, stopping every now and then but nothing grabbed me. So we thanked them and exited.

A last stop in Windsor where the install was done under a bridge, it allowed boaters an easy passage with sensors alerting the office folks in Blacktown to open the gates.

We headed back to the airport crossing over the wide western suburbs of Sydney. We fluttered down near the Cho-Fay Air 767. I thanked the pilot, another professional bit of work! Gil made the call to the company's flight manager to commend the pilot.

Patrick would meet us at the restaurant in the evening.

We had a few hours so I chose to work on my presentation to the Vietnamese tomorrow. I'd tried to stay off my phone during the day, some calls and emails had to be answered. Eric and I had a few minutes, Jian some too. Cho for sure.

Gil had loads of emails from many sources so I got out of her way.

Ban brought Alex and me some sherry, nice, barely sweet. We sipped and talked about water projects, how we often piggy-backed on existing hardware but I said when he comes to our Forest Palace wedding he should build in some time to visit the project nearby. It was built from the ground up. I pointed him to Jones of the Install Unit who'd done the work as having excellent construction knowledge as well as the software side.

Some of the possible sites in Brazil are blank slates so Jones' skills would be great! Same probably for the Vietnamese sites we'd discuss tomorrow.

An email from Reg said he'd sent Jasmin a half dozen of the Fay' scanners. My reply was laughing with emoji's but a request not to use my name. A text bounced in: 2 late.' Ah, he was set on it. I did a shrug back. Smiley came back with `Live w/ it' As if I'd a choice now?

The car was on time and we were off to dinner. Kenneth had just arrived as we drove up. Angie, Tony and Aaron were inside waiting. Hugs and kisses all around. Gil had booked us a big table in the corner by the water. Quite a view out over the Tasman Sea. Some folks strolling the beach as the light faded.

We went straight to FOOD! I went for the crab croquette to start and for the main the herb crusted cod with trimmings. We decided on the Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc for the table.

The crab was very good, nice aioli! The cod was tender and lightly crisp. The wine very nice! Dry and fruity but not too much! Afters! Peach Melba soufflé was sweet and delicious. I decided to go for one more item. I got a lovely piece of Stilton, marbled and tangy! A crisp tart apple accompanied the cheese. My espresso had the requested piece of twisted lemon rind.

The server hadn't heard of espresso taken like that. I said try it sometime!

It was fine to see my Australian friends once more. Angie talking about their trip to Harcourt House, how they enjoyed being there with us and the others. I got to ask Aaron for an update on Nara and himself.

He had a cute smile on that handsome face, "Well, we have determined we like each other enough to consider living together." Said with a straight face.

I had to laugh, "That sounds like a lawyer."

He was laughing too, "Nara has done some job looking and applying, she has an offer from a local luxury department store to be a shoe buyer. She will give them an answer tomorrow."

Another grin, "It's a yes!"

I gave him a kiss, "Good but I'll have to face Rak! First Malee now Nara, he'll hate me!"

Aaron showed the appropriate amount of commiseration since he was the big winner.

It was a nice evening so we walked on the beach a bit, a small crowd. I could see Shira and PJ working which made me feel good and proud they were our employees!

Back on board Cho-Fay Air I huddled with Pj and Shira. I thanked them for being able to shift gears easily. PJ's smiling did fist bumps with Shira, "Fay, you are easy to protect because you think about what you are doing."

We were ready for departure, taxiing as I got some water. In my chair looking across the lounge at Mira belted into one of the chairs. Odd! She should be up front, who's flying this thing! She smiled, "It's Stephanie's first left seat take-off with us so I decided to be absent. Tom's there."

We had a long taxi to runway 34L but the airport wasn't very busy, we were cleared to go. Stephanie made the turn onto the runway and put the pedal down! We were up rapidly, a power climb due north, up over the northern Sydney suburbs then a turn to port. We could see back over Sydney, all the lights twinkling. About eight hours to Dalat, Vietnam.

Cho held his phone to Jaidee's ear so he could hear my voice; Cho said his tail went a-mile-a-minute! I could hear the woofs anyway.

We talked about love, ours, others and how it was amazing! I had been thinking for some time about the mythical fate' and its role in my life. The whisper thin margins of error which seemed to accompany it. Cho agreed. I felt he had a certain magic' and I was glad to be under its aegis.

We did have a light-hearted conversation about it and how it played for us. I was sleepy when Cho said he had a secret for me he'd hold until tomorrow night at home. I laughed, "You are weakening in your old age, telling me about secrets rather than popping them on me."

He laughed too, "No this is a good one and you needed warning."

I didn't dwell on the meaning and was asleep quickly.

The phone alarm in my ear! No problem I bounced out dashing to the shower! Clean and in a robe making coffee as Soka came to the galley. She had scones from a bakery in Sydney!! Strawberry! Eggs and veggie bacon! I was feasting as the others arrived. Soka took care of them as Stephanie's voice over the `tannoy' we were thirty minutes out.

Dressed for my meeting, white short-sleeve dress, full skirt at mid-thigh, black stockings attached to a wispy garter belt and black pumps. A slender black leather belt, a matching bag and gold jewelry. I did `Joy' for me!

It was a small airport but our 767 could handle it. The sun over our left shoulder. The gear sounds as the wheels came down. Lots of green out the windows, farming and forests. We were over the landing threshold and softly touching down. Braking, we rolled to the end of the runway where it bulged out for a turnaround then back up the runway to the terminal building.

We parked in one of the outside corners, across the way was a Vietnamese Army helicopter. Stairs wheeled up and we descended. Several men in suits and uniforms greeted us. Mr. Tran was a government under-minister in the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, he was the lead. The Interior Ministry and Natural Resources and Environment were involved also.

Col. Ba from the Vietnam People's Army was providing transport for us. We walked over to his helicopter, it was a Mil M-26T. Good seats, noisier than ours but we could talk. Tran spoke good English and French so we would be good for either.

Our approach to Dalat from the south gave a good view of the surrounding country to the west where the projects would be sited. We flared for landing in a grassy park surrounding a building with a colonial look. Mr. Tran was using a conference room here at the Dalat Palace Heritage Hotel.

A nice room, bright with huge windows facing south, pale yellow walls with white trim. There were two easels with maps mounted; a third was a white board with pens on a small table. I was intro'd to several of his staff and my team to them.

We started with an overview by Mr. Tran then his people gave us what they wanted and needed from the under-developed water resources in this province and the two to west. The geography was rough in several areas but had firm commitments from the military on the use of their helicopters for lifting heavy objects into the sites.

We received a careful and detailed view of the rivers and their flow by season including extremes at each end of the spectrum. What kind of communities were nearby, there were no know historical locations or other impediments.

A networking person from the Interior Ministry told us there was no wiring for connections in the areas under consideration and WiFi towers for 3g/4g weren't likely to provide a signal into the valleys and canyons. I asked about satellite links. Yes but they were for military use. I looked at Mr. Tran, he was staring down.

We had a break. I went over to Mr. Tran, taking his arm we walked out a window to the lawn. It was quiet except for some birds having a contretemps over some unknown issue.

"We can't go forward without the communications problem being solved."

He looked pained and apologized, "I did wish for more help but at the last minute the Interior Ministry and the Army have gone cold on loosening their control. We had productive meetings and they were receptive, then..."

He waved his hands like a flock of birds scattering.

"I suppose your budget can't support extending the 3g/4g signal out to there?"

His head turning back and forth ended that approach.

I smiled, Mr. Tran seemed confused. "I think I need some tech help. I'm going to call my tech guru in London...in about an hour..." I looked at my iPhone for the time..."he should be able to give me information on an idea to meet the signal issue. What about power?"

We walked and talked, we would need to generate power through photoelectric arrays. Mr. Tran's eyes were wide open!

"My idea if it will work is we setup a microwave network. It would link from here or where you choose to the remote sites, I hope."

We walked back to the room with Mr. Tran stepping out feeling better there might be a solution.

Lunch was mooted. We went to a buffet in the hotel, quite an assortment of food. I chose fish, rice, prawns and fruit. I sat with Mr. Tran, Alex and Gil and Nu who was the network engineer from the Interior Ministry. I asked him if they had experience with microwaves. He said the military did but the technology was restricted.

My questioning brought out it was restricted because the Army had built it not that the technology was banned for others. I could feel Mr. Tran's eyes on me I didn't let on.

The food was delicious, the prawns spicy but I'd become accustomed to much higher chile levels. The cool mango juice drink took care of any issues!

I sensed that Col Ba was more than just a transport facilitator. I asked him about the microwave idea. He said the military had a system setup for communication for national defense purposes. He wasn't sure on policy and so couldn't give a firm commitment but privately he thought if it was done by a government ministry there'd probably be no objections.

After lunch it was time to call Reg. He picked up right away. I got the Rona and Margaret Fay Alexandria news, both were tremendous. His parents had gone home; Rona's would be around another week or so. Thanks again for the R&R use of our place in Fulham.

Microwaves! He said it was all just networking as far as our systems were concerned. There are several American companies who are very experienced in back country installs. One in Texas he knew about had done a project in Sri Lanka which involved dense forest and tight spaces. He gave me a contact name and said he call the fellow himself soon.

I could see Mr. Tran was pleased when I explained it to him. "Miss Martin, I believe your company should be the one to do this. There is a process for making the decision but I feel safe in saying you will be the one."

The scale was fairly large with several dozen sites, some in rough country others in more open but still undeveloped areas. Lots of work to be done.

We spent several more hours going over details of sites with topo maps, pictures and a Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment person giving a visual and a first person personal tour of several areas.

Nu and I exchanged on networking. It was easy to see he was impressed with my knowledge of the technical aspects. I could see he knew what he was talking about which was good for the project.

Gil had gone out to take a call at one point and had been checking emails. As the meeting was breaking up she whispered in my ear, "Fay, another large block of shares has been bought by one of our brokers in London."

I gave her a hug.

Conrad from Houston called. His company did the Sri Lanka project Reg had mentioned. We talked microwaves, difficult terrain, power needs, etc... He was sharp and well spoken. I asked him to send me some data on timelines, costs and any issues doing installs in Vietnam either from his company or any United States regulatory agencies he knew about and to CC Reg in London. Sure!

I mentioned to Mr. Tran what Conrad had told me. He was upbeat now!

I was beside Nu as we headed out to the helicopter, "You have my card, send me a CV."

He looked shocked.

"I mean it! Look us up on the web and decide. We are hiring!"

I shook his hand before boarding.

I asked if we could do an aerial detour to the west enroute back to DLI airport. Col. Ba was good with that.

The terrain even close to Dalat was rugged, the roads were only so-so. I asked Mr. Tran a few questions about other support from the government. He understood that it would difficult to sign contracts without firm commitments.

He was very pleased with our visit and that I had a possible way around his government's reluctance to open existing infrastructure to back this effort.

Up the stairs I waved goodbye at the top. Soka and Ban were ready for us. Mira on the intercom phone, "Fay we are cleared to go."

We parked ourselves in seats as the engines were started, we were rolling soon. Onto the short taxiway with an announcement from Mira we would not be stopping. A turn to port and the engine whine pitch rose sharply. Vroom! We sailed down the runway west bound and as always were airborne rapidly. Less than an hour to Don Mueang.

The helicopter ride into Bangkok was uneventful but the greeting at the end wasn't. CHO! I was boosted into those well-known strong brown arms, tightly squeezed and KISSED!

I clung to him, softly, "Can I go back to the helicopter and we do that again?"

I got a yes but Cho didn't let me go. We laughed; Jian grabbed a hand, tugging me into her arms Cho keeping one hand.

Dinner out at the Japanese restaurant Murasaki! Black cotton sleeveless cutoff top, black mini skirt, black thigh high stockings, a wide band of my skin showing above the stocking tops and my belly! This over a tiny black bra and thong set. Black spike heeled ankle boots, silver jewelry; the silver belly chain which Cho closed around me glittered in the light. A choker of soft black velvet that had a silver lightning bolt suspended in front, a new gift from my man. `Joy'

Cho a tight black shirt with tiny vertical silver stripes, black skinny jeans almost painted on, black ankle boots, shiny and pointed. And he had on some `Him' from Hanae Mori! Yes I murmured a desire to eat him which got me a laconic 'oh yes' then I was swept into his arms, "We'll skip dinner and eat each other!"

Laughing as Jian and Ting arrived at our door both in white! It was our gag! Jian in a white dress, tight to her torso, flared to mid-thigh, white stockings and shoes a tiny red chrysanthemum on each toe. Ting in a white shirt and trousers with a thin red tie. We hugged. Alex on the terrace with Gil. Both in blue! We had fun doing this.

PJ, Rande and Ansara were with us in the cars. Ladies in one, men in the other. Murasaki had a private room for us. I wanted oshizushi with smoked fish, some their wonderful grilled ahi with daikon. They made their own Takuan and Beni Shoga tsukemono I was in for that! I asked for a separate plate of gari for me!

Cho had Gekkeikan Traditional sake served warm. It was so good with the food.

Sitting there on the tatami mat on my zabuton I was glad I was low for despite the food the sake went to my head. I leaned over my kyousoku to kiss Cho and almost tipped over. Gil helped me sit up, I snaked my arms around her for a kiss which was sweet. I could feel Cho's strong hand rubbing my back. I sat up and re-grouped. No more sake, a coconut lassi appeared ordered by Cho and gratefully accepted.

HHHHHMMMM Sweet and tasty! Sugar goodness. I made a comeback!

Dessert time! I'm in! I chose a fig Castella, lovely cake with icing shaped like a fig opened on its side. It looked like a slightly opened vagina, very realistic and a specialty of the house. Delicious! SOOOOO sweet and moist!

We walked along the river for a bit in the warm night air. Various scents coming our way, the river, flowers and trees, damp earth from a new flower bed. And some car exhaust. Yeech!

At home on terrace, we talked for a while before saying goodbye to Alex. He had a late night flight to Seattle via Seoul on Korean Air.

I liked Alex, he knew the business and he was relaxed around us even though Cho and I were his bosses. I thought it a rather good attribute of his personality.

My last thing of the day was my sharing the chocolate cheesecake from the Café in New Zealand! Jian, Ting and Cho each got a piece. I split the last with Gil. They loved it too!

Cho took my hand when I was naked drawing me to the big mirror in my dressing room.

"Close your eyes."

Standing still I felt him close behind, something cool around my neck, a bit heavy. Not a choker but close not dangling. Warm hands resting on my hips, "Open."

A sapphire necklace. Like the ring and bracelet, large sapphires in an older style gold setting, claws holding the gems, two dozen stones! It was so handsome!

Cho's hands rose across my skin ever so lightly touching, making my belly contract. He cupped my breasts, "It is beautiful but it needed you to be spectacular!"

OH Yes! I turned my head for a kiss. HHHHHHMMMMMMMMM

Cho eased me around up against his warn flesh, a rising cock, eager lips. He picked me up. I was laid on the bed Cho leaned down to lick me. OH Shit YES!!!!!

Damn! Damn! Cho's tongue was doing such nice things to me. His fingers crept up to my nipples YOWEE! I was squirming! Shit! This was the best torture!

"Cho let me suck!" My voice was a high squeak as he tongue flicked my clit!

Cho lifted me further up the bed, climbed up over me. His cock a bar of iron suspended above my head. I smiled and opened wide that delicious penis slid into my waiting mouth. HHHHHHMMMMMMMMMMMM

I slurped it wanting the head to come out quickly. Wet and slick I eased out my treasure. YES! Pre-cum, sweet and bounteous!

Those smooth warm balls resting on my nose and eyes! I sucked it all while Cho went back to work on my pussy! OH So Well!

We pleasured each other for a bit, "Cho FUCK ME!"

My voice squeaked as he gave me my first orgasm. Cho grinning moved between my thighs, "Ah time for you to get a proper fuck Miss!"

I was giggling holding that wonderful prick at my opening, "Please Sir!"

He eased inside me... Oh fuck this is good! Cho leaned down to kiss me my arms around his neck, "Fay so sweet!"

Cho worked slowly to start, smooth strokes so I could open. Felt exalted by his cock! As he increased his motion I could feel his balls against me a sensation I loved.

Cho was so in control of his body giving me his cock deeply withdrawing almost out to tease then sliding down to his root banging balls on my skin. He kept up the steady pace a swift half turn had my slender thigh tight to his chest as he straddled the other.

NO Shit it was nice, a new angle I could feel a twinge. My guts heating up in a rush it swept up on my slender bod to slam into my face. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

I was holding on to one muscular arm as the orgasm rolled through me. My eyes squeezed shut until a nipple was caressed... Whoa! More pleasure Intense!

Cho smiling down at me as he bent down for a kiss...I gave my a big kiss with an active tongue his cock never stopped...

Cho was close I could see that I had a hand on a hip pulling him hard against me on each stroke and a nipple, rigid under my fingers! WOW the strokes were hard and fast...that handsome face tight with the pleasure-pain of our sex!

"Cho cum...cum in me!"

I held him tight as his climax came! Oh MY! He was in me deep a final slap of balls on my skin and a lovely low moan...

I held him tight easing that hard body down on to me lowering my leg to go around him. Cho's heaving wet chest on my breasts I loved that feeling.

He was wrapped in my limbs showered with kisses!! An eye opened, brown with gold specks looking at me, "Fay can I buy some beautiful jewelry every day?"

I giggled, "Why yes Sir. I would appreciate that..." in my mock southern belle simple voice!

We laughed, kissed, my fingers rubbing Cho's back, happy!

There was a low woof from the edge of the bed, two brown eyes poking over sheets. I put out my hand to Jaidee. He hopped up and laid down beside us. My legs down I was being a mattress for Cho!!! Nice work!!

Jaidee cuddled, warm and sweet. Cho got to wash I rubbed our little man. Cho took over from me.

I removed the sapphire necklace. I held it in the light watching sparkle deep in the stones!

We kissed and hugged Jaidee then Cho carried him to bed. We spooned, nice brown fingers caressing me gently.

"Goodnight Princess."

I hugged his arms tightly.

The next five days were filled with work to clear things away for our trip to Phuket. Kei and Akai were in town. It was good to hear their impressions of the training, the first days on a job and how they were feeling about the work.

All positive I was happy to hear. They both would be heading to New Zealand soon for several days with Kenneth to get hands on at the last part the North Island Water Power project. I told them what I'd seen.

Rang was in Norway with Michael and a crew run by Achmed and Tess deep in a fjord. He'd emailed me some lurid descriptions of the snow and cold. Fortunately he was well clothed for the environment but it was still quite a shock to his system.

Janine was to come to Bangkok in five days so I'd see her after Phuket.

My time at Mongkut with Satang was filled with laughter and some dread of the coming rituals. The dress fit perfectly!!! It looked like my mental picture which I'd tried to put to paper. Satang had done it just right! Actually there were two dresses almost identical, the one for the Forest Palace ceremony was made for bare feet, the Harcourt House version made for heeled shoes and the short train for both would lie on the grass.

Gil's eyes were wide seeing me come out of the fitting room, "Fay, I love that. Simple but so sophisticated!"

We did fist bumps!

In the car, "Satang said it was your design?"

"Yes but it took her artistry to make it happen."

Monday I met with Kotro, the Chanthira Foundation architect, at my office. He had models of the clinic buildings with the modular construction. He even had extras which we could show the Board how the base unit could be expanded. Nice!!

He was ready for the Board Meeting tomorrow at the Railroad. We were to use a large conference room so Kotro could lay out the models and drawings. The President of Boxes, the construction firm for the modules, was to be there too. The general contractor, RDS Construction, was sending their head of all projects as their representative.

Cho was sitting in my dressing room with coffee in the morning. He was watching me dress for the Chanthira Board meeting. This was a bit more formal than the last one in our living room. A black dress, no sleeves, snug to my svelte frame down to mid-thigh, black ankle boots and `Joy' applied by the giver. Red nails and lips! Gold earrings hanging down in loops, Cho's intertwined gold bracelets, the hinged gold band, a few rings I was ready.

Cho had a lovely smile, "Pardon me but I rather liked you before you put it all on."

Laughing I parked in his lap for a kiss. Afterwards I fixed my lips, he wiped his!

More decorously we loaded up the car with Rande and PJ, Tu behind the wheel. Gil with a smile as she was wearing black which matched me and Cho, who looked a treat in a gorgeous black slender suit. A pale blue shirt and a shimmering navy blue tie! HHHHMMMMMMMMM!

The conference room was the one on the second floor where we'd met Reyna after her release. Big windows, lots of room. The Foundation Board wasn't big.

Kotro had setup at one end with Kam from Boxes putting out some info sheets beside some models of modular housing. RDS's rep was a vice-president, Samhu, who headed their field operations. He seemed nice. He said RDS was pleased to be part of the Foundations efforts.

Cho and I greeted the Board members as they entered, it was pleasant work. The older male members were gone except for Mr. Nu, the lawyer. Dr. Vanatonu, Phailin, Kanda! All my besties'! Dr. Sanporam with a huge smile, "Miss Martin you look lovely!"

I kissed his cheek, "Thanks! It all seems quite natural now!"

"It should you are my perfect patient. And speaking of that would you give a talk to a group who are considering an SRS?"

"Of course!"

I intro'd Gil and said she manages my calendar so he should contact her with any dates and times. Another big smile and thank you.

We settled into chairs and I took over the meeting as `chairperson.' Some basic items about finances, staff and a permanent office which would be at the back of one of the clinics. That got me to Kotro who did a bang-up presentation about the modular design, past to present to his. He segued to Kam from Boxes about how they were manufactured and connected with expansion possibilities built-in.

Then back to Kotro for the interior layouts front to back, the exterior was passed onto Samhu of RDS for how the landscape would be created to site the modules, how the plumbing and electrical goes in for now and later.

These three fellows did me proud! I could see Cho's smile when we wound down to a break. He came up against me, "So another skill we can put down for you!"

I got a kiss, well delivered but not too passionate for the crowd. I liked that strong arm around my waist as we got some refreshments. Phailin kissed me, "Just like your computer security talk, organized and clear."

Hugs all around the room. Mr. Nu had my hand, "Miss Martin, I can easily say we have never had such a meeting of the Foundation Board as well done. I am quite impressed."

He got a slightly wrinkled cheek kissed and a big thank you!

Coffee! Gil with a grin shared a plate of cookies, plump and sugary! A Cho hand slipped in to nab one! Then another! Gil had to make a run back to the buffet for more.

We reconvened to go over the future plans of the clinics, siting and security. Sumate gave a presentation on the security strategy covering the entire network and basic policies. He introduced Jotral, `Jot' as the fellow who would supervise the Chanthira Clinics security.

Then the task of finding someone to run the day to day, hire staff and help give life to the project. No names mentioned but salary and etcetera's were discussed. I had my own ideas about who to run it but...

After that we closed out the Board meeting. Gil let everyone know they'd get a copy of the minutes she'd taken in a few days along with some photos and maps on locations.

It had been great! My support folks had been fabulous! They made me look good which only made me appreciate them more! Lots of `thank yous' delivered!

Dinner on the terrace was an Amporn feast of huge spicy prawns, green curry soup, rice, veggies and roti!! Niran's lassi's top it off!!

I ran some off with Jaidee and his tennis ball! The little man was growing up still awkward sometimes but getting stronger. He loved to run on the grass chasing the ball or me!

Me barefooted scampering with the brown flash across the lawn, Cho in pursuit! I knew he was close I put on the brakes Jaidee couldn't stop as quickly so I got him from behind. We were rolling on the grass as Cho piled on! Woofs, tongue flapping, ears going every which way Jaidee loved it! Ending stretched out on the lawn rubbing a Jaidee tummy! Too cute!

I took Jian's hand for a walk in the garden. "Buddy I have an idea. Since it concerns you I want to ask you first before I tell anyone else, OK?"

We stopped Jian turned to look up at my eyes, those lustrous eyes on mine.

"I thought that you would be a very good person to run the Chanthira Health clinics."

Her hand tightened in mine as I rushed on, "You don't to answer right away but I think you would be great. You care about people, lots of brains..." I tapped her head lightly, "...you work hard and Cho and I trust you completely, you have our love!"

I got hugged, "I have never managed something like that..."

"True but you won't be alone. You have us and the Board and you'll get help hiring good people at the clinic level."

I rubbed those sleek bare shoulders above her peasant blouse. "These are strong..." we both giggled, I leaned over to kiss her, "...you need to be challenged more than running an office for me will ever do!"

Jian's arms snug around me, "Fay, I will talk to Ting but if you want me..."

We both laughed at, "Well that's a good starting point..." as I tweaked a hard and very nice nipple which brought more giggles, "...I do want you!"

Another kiss and squeeze as we headed back to the terrace. Jian took Ting's hand to go talk, I sat on Cho. The ooouuuffff was fake and I tickled him. I avoided being dumped on my tush, only barely.

I told Cho my idea, he thought it a winner! "She's so organized!"

"Yes and she believes in us!"

We cuddled with Gil on a sofa with the brown flash looking like a juicy candy, all sleek and soft. Jian and Ting came back hand in hand, "Fay, Cho, I want to try to do it..." a look up at Ting, then at us "...help...!!"

I bounced up to gobble her into my arms, "Don't worry we'll be with you the whole way!"

We toasted our new general manager with Amaretto's and cognac!

In the morning sunshine bikinied, sipping coffee, a hand full of a patongo and cream watching Jian come out in her tiny bikini. She kissed me but could see I was watching, "NO! I'm not going to change my mind!"

I burst out laughing nearly spilling hot coffee on my tummy. I got a kiss and shared the sweet thing in my hand.

Cho came out to swim, he took the news that Jian had slept on her decision successfully in his stride towards the pool. Afterwards wet he gave us both hugs leaving his damp impression behind as he went for coffee.

Jian lying beside me Gil at the bottom on the lounge, "More work for you!"

My finger pointing, her face split by a grin, "Don't worry Boss I'm up to it. Besides Dusit and Kwang are there!"

We discussed Jian's move and brought another idea that had been jelling in my mind, "You will need a number two. Andrea's going to pop out the darling Jian baby soon..."

My arm around Jian's neck, "What about someone we know who isn't working, is smart and bilingual AND we like? What about Anong?"

Jian's face opened in a big smile, "Yes! She is smart but she's pregnant?"

"True but Andrea is much further on so Anong can do things here while you're in London then when she's ready to have her's you can be back here."

We did high fives and fist bumps all around. I got my phone to call her. I asked her if I could meet with her this afternoon once my Railroad Board my thing was done. I wanted to ask her something special.

Anong sounded very happy to meet so we set it for Cho's office at the Railroad building. I told her we'd send a car. Done!

Jian and Gil smiling, more fist bumps!!!

For the Railroad Board meeting, my first, decorum was needed. Ha!

Short sleeve dark blue dress, snug to my body to the hips then flared out to mid-thigh, matching colour stocking and black heels. A small black bag with a silver chain handle. Silver jewelry and Cho placed `Joy'

Tu drove us to the Railroad Building. Rande and PJ were along with Gil.

Cho intro'd me around but I had met them while we were preparing the scanning setup at what was then Kavnu's rail yard. One fellow I remembered as quite delighted to play with the computer scan test, he gave my hand a good squeeze saying it was very nice to see me once more. Big smile from me and I managed to remember his name, I don't know how, he was pleased.

We sat around the big board table listening to Udorn's report followed by Kavnu and the intro of Jasmin to everyone. She got a wink from me, smile! Eve looking radiant was brought in by Udorn to give an overview of the new server setup. She gave a great talk without burdening the Board with technicalities on how the flow of data moved and after a leading question from Cho on the security involved.

We broke for lunch next door which was a scrumptious buffet. I got fish, shrimp, rice, several veggies and some fruit juice. We sat down at random, I ended up between Thoi and the fellow who I remembered.

Munching away, chatting when my mouth wasn't stuffed. After a bit Thoi stood up, he offered a toast to the newest Board member...me! I had to chew fast! The men all stood to do the toast which was a bit embarrassing as Thoi went on a bit about my skills... I stood to thank him and all of the Board. They all clapped with Cho laughing across the table.

After that the rest of the meeting was all about future plans, investments and finances. Some heavy going but it was less than two hours. There was a chat and sherry session afterwards. I was asked a lot of questions about the scanning system progress I managed to rope Kavnu in to handle those.

I buttonholed Thoi to kid him about the toast, he was laughing, "Fay I could have gone on a lot longer about your contributions now and future but I didn't want to discomfit you!"

We hugged laughing together. "You have grown up a lot over the past year you know no longer a youth but a woman!"

He and Kanda with Dad and Phailin were our guests tonight at home. Amporn was doing one of her wondrous meals. Thoi kissed my cheek, "See you two in a few hours."

I went along the corridor to Cho's office suite. Anong had arrived, we hugged and used the great Man's office. We sat in the comfortable chairs arrayed around Sakda's wondrous tables. I told her about the Chanthira Foundation clinics and that Jian had agreed to run them. Then I asked her to be Jian's deputy.

I got an open-mouthed look for a second, a smile and a nod. "I need to talk to Rak but I want to be doing something. I need to be doing something!"

Hugs and a kiss! She was pleased that I thought of her. I let her know that Jian would leave for London when Andrea got really close but with our communications setup there'd be no problem. When she was near her time Jian would be home.

Anong was excited, pulling out her phone she called Rak right then. She was bouncing on the chair as they talked. From my side Rak was onboard! He asked to speak to me, "Fay you are stealing all my ladies!"

We laughed, Rak thanked me for thinking of Anong then a pause, "...but you always have since you two met. You are amazing!"

I asked them to join our dinner party. They could!! I took Anong down the corridor to meet Cho. He saw her face and knew. A big hug for her. I called Jian, she was happy!

Dinner was fun, loud, happy and full of toasts! Amporn's food simply the best! Fish, prawns, spicy rice and curried veggies and her soft flavourful roti! I was holding her around the waist in the dining room doorway as we all toasted her!

Rak gave me a big hug, eyes on mine, "You...Oh damn, just thanks for everything!"

I kissed his cheeks and squeezed him tight!

On the lawn saying goodbye to everyone. Thoi and Kanda, Dad and Phailin, Rak and Anong. Jaidee woofing, he was beside me, my Choco Boy! I ran back to the terrace with him, woofs and hugs. In to bed, we three cuddled on the bed for a while.

I loved holding the warm happy bundle with Cho holding me! Sleepy, Cho carried Jaidee to his bed, returning to my open arms. Face to face pressed together MMMMmmmmmmmmm Kissing! Damn Cho could kiss! A squeeze before turning me around, soft kiss on my neck, "Sleep." Yes sir.

Gil sent the Chanthira Foundation Board the meeting minutes and the personnel decisions I'd made. I felt good about both! Good women!

Lori and her PA Letti were inbound on a flight from LAX. Gil made my contacts at Suvarnabhumi Airport aware of the arrival. I had Shira join me with the memory Lori had admired her looks! Just a little fun especially as Shira knew Lori was coming to Phuket and asked me about limits.

I got her and Ansara together with Gil for a meeting by the pool. I told them that they were free agents but that I wouldn't be intimate with them. They were fine with that as they loved their work and didn't want to muddy up the waters. We were good!

Gil walking with me, "Fay I love you already so..."

We laughed, "Good! I collect hearts!"

We had a giggle at that.

The helicopter was on the dock, I was whisked away. My Foreign Office fellow and the Security policeman were waiting. I bought the coffees. Big smiles! Shira gave me the heads up as Lori and Letti appeared. They were surprised at my greeting them. The officials did their thing and we were off. I winked at Lori and motioned towards Shira whose dark eyes were on us. She squeezed my hand in the electric cart, "This is nice! Thank you!"

Up in the air we did the rifle shot route and soon were flared for a landing on the dock. Cho was our welcome committee! Gil there with the latest news. We had reached seventy five percent of our share buying goal!

Jian, Ni, Lawan, Ku, Eve and Reyna were waiting on the terrace. We picked them up. Luggage too. We all lifted off for Don Mueang. Cho-Fay Air was close to arrival from Chalgrove with a load!

Adam Declare with Daphne and Sara. Andrea, Aileen and Sue. Eric and Malee! The helicopter would take Adam and Eric to the house to wait for their later trip to Phuket with Ting and Cho. Dad and Thoi would come down early tomorrow for the golfing.

As the Cho-fay Air 767 from London landed we waited by the Gulfstream G550. All aboard after greetings and intros. We taxied out right away. Cleared to go and rolling down the runway!

Ansara, Shira and Penny were with us to be close security, Pha was security and our cook and the other Security ladies in Phuket would do the monitoring.

A group of Range Rovers met us at HKT airport, we motored south. It isn't a ride full of beauty, farms, small houses until near the end where you get some ocean views. The gate opened for us, rolled to a stop under the trees in front of the house.

Everyone got out smiling, the drivers were female Security staff now to be our security monitors freeing Ansara, Shira, Penny and Pha.

I made my play... I stripped to zero as they watched almost mesmerized...then I wheeled around and ran for the water. I could the noises of their peeling their clothes before I passed through the tree line next to the beach. I plunged into the warm water and swam out ten meters turning to see Lori and Jian leading the others across the sand.

A shower of salt water as they joined me. I had Lori's hand in mine as I hugged Eve. Her smiling face pressed to mine that big belly hard against me. We kissed then Lori kissed me we stood in the shallow water hugging. I went to each of my friends kissing and touching their sex.

I reached out to Ansara, Penny, Pha and Shira to kiss and pet their pussies lightly. I intro'd Pha as cook but they we all would be bottle-washers. A cheer!

Andrea, that naughty girl, knelt down in front of her baby-making-momma to kiss Jian's cock with an impish smile, laughing I went to do the same.

Standing in the warmth of the sun, water and friends, "This was my first cock!" Another cheer!

"I recommend it!" That broke everyone up!

"But..." I stroked Andrea's tummy, "It works quite well, be warned!"

More laughter!

I got Pha to say the meals would be buffet style and the main meal on the last day would be at noon with our guests. It would be a whole tuna from a fisherman her family had known for many years.

I pointed out that the men would join us for that so whether anyone put on clothes was up to them.

I went to the kitchen with Pha by the refrigerator I held her petite bod close, "Thanks for being our cook!"

I kissed her, arms snaked around me, a soft cheek on mine, "Fay I would like to make love with you. I know you think it would be bad since I work for you but you are not here often..."

My fingers touched her pussy lips, "How about we see...Okay?"

Big smile, her fingers were busy too. We giggled and kissed.

On the way to my room I passed one of the other rooms, the door open Ku bent over a bag... I slipped in leaning over I ran my tongue down her crack to the little wrinkled hole then I eased inside her outer labia...Ku jumped a bit a first contact then a lovely drawn out sigh as I worked her nether lips open.

Ku looked back between her legs, "Fay..."

I was enjoying the pussy that held the heart of my children's mother. Hands on her thighs fingers reaching in to spread the labia wider mmmmmmmmmm "Ku you taste good!"

I kept at for a few minutes kneeling until a soft set of lips on an ear, "Fay open your knees."

I did, I paused in my munching of Ku to see Daphne's head slide between my legs, a grin and a tongue...Shit yes!

"Go Daphne!"

I returned to work on Ku. There was more movement around us, someone climbed onto the bed with spread legs Ku leaned down more to caress that sex and lick. AAAAAHHHHH fingers gently tugging my nipple rings it wasn't Daphne...I turned my head a bit to see a locked back boyclit flanked by Lawan's slender legs.

My left hand reached out to hold that cute little clit, stroking it, cupping it.

Daphne had me close to orgasm when Ku's legs started to quiver, "Oh Fay..." I increased my tongue work on a wet delicious pussy driving her to completion several times over.

Daphne's tongue brought me off too. Her hands gripping my little butt squeezing my sex onto her face... SHIT SHIT!!! One tremendous orgasm swept up from my pussy throwing heat through me. Ku moved forward onto the bed between the now revealed Aileen's legs, her face buried.

I pulled Lawan close licking down between those legs then getting her to turn around, I licked her boypussy. "Fay that is good!"

It had been a long time since I'd enjoyed this cute butt I made up for lost time. Daphne gave me a wicked grin and moved to my back passage. YES!

We licked for a while before getting up and hugging, kisses and squeezes. On the bed Aileen was having orgasms at the end of Ku's tongue and fingers! It was amazing to see my childhood friend shake with pleasure her fingers in Ku's dark hair.

I explained that to Lawan and Daphne as we walked out to the kitchen for drinks. Pha was on a stool her legs splayed open Gil and Reyna licking her holes. Letti, Lori's PA leaning in sucking Reyna's cock, fingering her anus.

I got a Newcastle, headed to the beach. Lori was on a lounge so I joined her and shared my beer. She liked it. We petted and sipped. We slipped into a sixty-nine position. MMMMMMMM Mmmmmm Lovely sweet pussy! We went at it strongly, slurping, sucking and fingering.

"Fay let me lay back and you sit on my face...please."

We re-arranged ourselves, my pussy eaten with gusto by Lori, I leaned back to caress her sex. Jian beside us, a long kiss for us. She moved between Lori's open legs to eat her that delightful tush in the air. It wasn't lonely for long as Sue began to lick and suck Jian's anus. Sue sucked Jian's balls, bathing each, the cock rose to hardness.

I lifted off Lori's mouth to lie beside her, she could see Jian now. Lori reached out to caress Jian's face and pull her up for a kiss with me. Sue moved between my legs to eat me! Yes!

Jian's mouth on mine, Lori's voice "Fuck me!"

Jian turned to look into Lori's eyes, a kiss, "Do you have birth control?"

Lori with a smile, "No! Fuck me!"

Lori spread her legs welcoming Jian's cock, they lip-locked as Jian slid in. Oh so much delight in watching Jian fuck. Sue did wonderful things to my pussy as I drifted to the first night in that loud club in Bangkok.

Jian's sleek bod, I was laser locked on those slender hips slipping into the dim booth. Finding myself face to face with a cock surrounded by a beautiful woman I changed my life in an instant. I enjoyed sucking her, the taste of her intoxicated me, giving her my virginity was so easy. It felt right! Right for the first time.

Now I was being worked up to orgasm by the lovely lady my childhood girlfriend was going to marry in the garden of an English country house belonging to me and my fiancé. Astonishing events!

My building orgasm at the tongue of Sue jerked me out of the reverie. Sue had smile as she drove me over the top, the heat spiking me in the chest! I called out her name...after a few more licks of my pussy Sue tongued her way up my body, she was going to stop at my ringed nipples but I pulled her to kiss.

"Thank you Sue! It was terrific!"

We kissed for a time then Lori grabbed my hand, I could see Jian was bringing her to climax. I squeezed Lori's hand, my other had drifted down Sue's back to cup the left buttock and ease towards her back door. Sue's face in my neck as I probed her ass, a tight rosebud.

A soft sigh in my ear as the fingers stroked Sue's labia. Her petite figure let me have access while she covered me with her body. I found her hooded clit. Ah, it wanted to be exposed to my caress. Between my fingers the slick nub enlarged and Sue jerked and moaned.

Beside us Lori's body reached a crescendo of pleasure, a powerful orgasm we could see and hear burst through her. Jian's face wrinkled in the mix sexual thrill and pleasure pain. I knew she ejaculated in Lori. Those slender toned legs came up and around Jian's back, arms around her neck. Passion imbued kisses were exchanged.

My hand now free I caressed them both, some nipples were tugged and rolled all the while my other fingers were busy playing with Sue's sex. Wet fingers came up to my mouth Sue watched me lick them clean, sex lust on her face.

Rolled over onto her back my four fingers inside, thumb on her clit Sue's body bounced. Quickly she was climaxing, I leaned to suck her clitoris. My fingers didn't let up on her! Two, three, four times more I brought Sue to frenzied orgasms. Tears running down her beautiful face. I finally slowed to only holding her from the inside out, we came together to kiss. I licked the tears away.

We cuddled.

I elbowed Jian's tush, to all, "Swim?"

Yes'! I let Sue go, grabbed her hand. We dashed to the water and dove in. Coming to the surface gripping each other as Jian and Lori appeared from the warm sea. Kisses all around. Holding Sue's hand, Lori's arms about my waist from behind, Jian took my free hand to her breast over her heart. Sweet girl. I pulled her close for a long kiss.

Only then did we look around. On the sand a few meters away Reyna was on her back, the cute body of Malee sitting on her face as Ni's fingers were up her ass and her mouth sucking that big cock she's enjoyed in the past. Andrea with her big belly was eating Ni's cute asspussy and masturbating. Sara kneeling beside Reyna working on her breasts. Ni lifted her head, Sara got up, straddling Reyna lowered herself onto the erection with a LOUD moan. Sara began to bounce on that cock, Ni kept driving her fingers into Reyna's bottom. The prostate manipulation was keeping Reyna's cock rigid for Sara's use which we could see was pleasurable.

Jian kissed each of us, she knelt behind her baby momma to take over the pleasuring of that nifty vagina. Unsurprising Lori got behind Jian to suck to the cock which had given her several shattering climaxes.

Sue and I headed up for food. Pha had made a cold buffet for us. We grazed. I started with Pha's nipples! We laughed and hugged. Sue tasted one, it was pronounced quite good!

I did get food. Grilled tofu with a lemon sauce, tod mun fish cakes and sweet peanut sauce. I made a pile, grabbed another Newcastle and sat in the sun. Shira sat next to me with a plate. She was smiling.

"Ah is that smile because you've had fun?"

An even bigger smile, "Yes, I have found pleasure several times."

Lori on her way in, I smeared some peanut sauce on her bare sex after finding out that Shira really loved that sauce. I licked my fingers staring at Shira. That smile on her face grew huge. Shira pulled Lori into her arms, a kiss. Lori said she wanted Shira but she was desperate for a pee.

Shira patted that cute butt, "Go I will follow with more sauce!"

Lori dashed off. Shira took my hand to kiss then picked her plate with peanut sauce and followed Lori.

Daphne joined me, we shared my beer, food, a few kisses and caresses, "Fay when you showed us your body in your boudoir at Harcourt House I ached for the opportunity to taste you. Assuaging that ache was incredible today."

I pulled her into my lap, "I'm happy you no longer ache in longing for me but..." my hands slipped between her slender thighs..."maybe I can give a new ache."

We dropped my plate in the kitchen, holding hands we met Letti and Gil doing the same. They had shiteating grins, we exchanged kisses.

In my bedroom I pulled Daphne on top of me for some petting. Kissing and caressing commenced, very nice too. Daphne rose up to lower her smooth sex to mine and we rubbed `slowly' I said. I wanted her to have that new ache. We stared into each other's eyes as our labia squeezed and meshed. Wet, slippery I made her go slower, as she straddled me I worked her nipples in the same slow pace. A tug, a twist, a roll gentle but insistent.

Her eyes closed with the effort to go `slow' as a hand of mine slid across her belly I felt the ripple of her muscle reacting to the touch. The tips of my fingers carefully grazed her clit was her hips moved back and forth.

Moans, low and throaty, "Damn... Fay... Damn!" The words jerked out because of her exertion, yielding to my demand to go `slow' sweat began to appear glissading down her sleek body to mine. I scooped up a droplet, Daphne's eyes popped open to see me lick the wet finger.

"Oh shit ...you..."

That was all as she orgasmed, shuddering all over she stayed above me. A hand on her ass pulled her back hard on my pussy. I started the rhythm again, slow slow. Daphne's vagina was sopping wet on mine, slippery, easy to rub. I lifted my hips putting friction to work...Daphne's body shook with another climax as intense as the first, "Fay..." it was a moan drawn out!

I pulled her down against me, our sweat mixing, I kissed her lips, eyes, nose, chin, cheeks, I kissed away the tears of pleasure she shed. I wrapped myself around her holding tight.

I saw Gil in the doorway her hand between her legs rubbing her sex, I put out a hand. Gil lay beside us full length, pressing. I kissed her, "Fay it was so beautiful to watch you two!"

"Did you cum?"

"Yes, it was great!"

My lovely Daphne was recovering, she raised her head to look at Gil and I, "Fay..." she paused, "... never... better... ever!"

I kissed her and eased her head down to my shoulder, Gil's cheek on my arm we rested and then dozed.

Someone lips on mine. Pha! Nice smile, "Dinner?"

Yes! I was between a sleeping Gil and Daphne. I slid slowly down the bed Pha put out he hand to pull me up, we mashed together. A kiss! Smiles!

Pha had done crispy fish, rice and veggies!! I was munching on fish when Andrea and Malee appeared. Hugs! They'd made love and like me fallen asleep.

Malee's smile, an arm around Andrea, "We enjoyed ourselves! We may do it again at home!"

I kissed them both with one hand on Andrea's baby bump, "Oh what an interesting life this little one is going to have!"

We laughed! Back to FOOD! I piled up various bits on a plate and sat outside on a lounge. Pha was a great cook! We were so lucky in having cooks who were talented and enjoyed their work.

Chewing a mouthful of rice as Lori and Shira came up from the water, holding hands. They nibbled from my plate looking happy together.

Lori swallowed twice, once was the food the second to ready herself, "Fay, can I borrow Shira for a while?"

I pretended to look at a watch on my bare wrist, "Meaning the next hour or so? I won't want to ravish either of you until I'm done eating."

I knew Lori was somewhat embarrassed but...

She kissed Shira cheek, "I want her to be with me so we can work out our feelings."

Another smile and a hand sliding between Shira's thighs, "We..." a look into Shira's eyes, "...We want to be together, for sex and more...finding our way maybe as ..."

During that Sara had leaned over my back, a kiss on my neck. I turned my head to her lips, a searching kiss. I pulled her around so my arm circled that slender waist as I stood. I kissed Shira and then Lori, "I think Shira is capable of doing what she feels is right without me but if you mean her working life..."

I caressed each vagina simultaneously, "Shira needs more training at CLOSE PROTECTION!"

They smiled, their hands joined between my legs stroking me. Sara's hand in my ass crack rubbing my rosebud and holding my left breast! I brought this short sexy talk to a close by sucking my fingers clean and kissing each.

"We like Shira's work and want to keep her but a leave of absence for exploration could be arranged. Would that suit?"

They agreed! I said I would talk to Thet and Cho. They danced inside for food like school girls!

Sara's face was in my vagina by then, I rested a slim thigh on her shoulder and leaned back on the lounge to enjoy her caresses. She was very good at eating pussy!

A foursome of Aileen/Sue and Eve/Ku came up from the beach. They'd been indulging in each other down there now ready for food. I got kissed by each, Eve lifted Sara head to kiss her and lick her lips! I saw the huge smile from Sara briefly then she went back to work on me.

Ansara laid out on the next lounge with food and Ni! We chatted and nibbled Sara making me feel good and inching my orgasm out. I did give over to her caresses. There had a short foray to my back passageway which was very nice. That limited incursion to my ass got me really warmed up.

Sara was slowed down by Penny's tongue. Penny had done a shift in the Security monitoring office and was itching to join us. She started scratching an itch in Sara's vagina.

I was pushed over the edge when Sara's talented mouth picked up again! Both hands buried in blonde hair as a hot poker stabbed my chest and belly! Oh SHIT!!!! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA YES!

Some soft arms held me, a small breast and darling nipple were presented to my lips! Tongue first then sucking, one hand left Sara's hair to caress a nice bare light brown pussy.

I lifted my head to look into Malee's brown eyes. Such a sweet smile.

"Fay..."

I nursed on one then the other titty! Tasty! My fingers damp between her legs. I tugged on her Malee got it! She climbed up to sit on my face.

HHHHHHHMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM Lovely! Malee was delicious! I was still receiving attentions of Sara but her effort was eroded by Penny's very diverting onslaught on a nicely posed pussy.

It didn't matter as Malee needed to orgasm on my face! A finger playing with her rosebud raised the ante! She squirmed on my tongue as the wet digit entered her posterior.

Oh MY! Malee's orgasm crept up silently then WOOSH!!!! I held onto her as her body shook! Indiscreetly I pushed my finger deeper into cute little butt, sucking a swollen clit driving to a second and third climax! Sweat running down her taut petite frame, my free hand stroked up her belly to tug a nipple.

No SHIT she came again. I slurped her vagina, sucking up the juices!!! She collapsed down on me I worked her on top of me her breathing rapid and a sweaty bod slid easily. I wrapped her up. Stroking Malee's back, soothing, calming...Her breathing became normal, her head resting on my breasts.

Sara and Penny were on the next lounge in a sixty-nine enjoying themselves. Malee's voice low, "Thank you Fay...it was... amazing... very amazing!

I kissed the top of her head and squeezed her. We lay quiet for a while then I went for a swim. Darkness, sitting alone in the shallow water, it had been a wild day. Somebody was coming down. Aileen sat beside me, arms around each other.

"Friend!"

We kissed, my oldest friend. "Am I okay as a girl for you?"

"OH Fay, you are a smashing girl! My Sue thinks you're terrific. You gave her quite the orgasm! I'd be jealous if I didn't know how she feels about me."

"Oh Sue loves you no worries about that!"

We wandered up to the house arm in arm. Several couples were participating in miscellaneous couplings but we passed on to get some water. In the master bedroom Jian and Andrea were snuggled, we joined them. Spooned with Aileen I was asleep quickly.

First thing on awaking I kissed my bedmates. "Swim?"

A chorus of YES's! We ran down to the beach...well Andrea didn't run but she arrived safely. We were already wet and splashing! Pha came to jump in too.

"Fay, breakfast in ten minutes."

I yelled out coffee!

I got that and salapaos and patongos! Lying in the sun with Aileen and Sue on a lounge seeing Jian and Andrea cuddled opposite brought a smile. The many others trailed out for a morning dip and food.

No urgent sex...we passed the hump on that. I let Aileen and Sue have that lounge to move onto another with more food with Malee. Gil slid behind me.

Funny everyone quite content to be naked in the sun! Shira came out leading Lori by the hand, smiles and a run to the water!

My phone making noises. A pic from Cho of the `golfers.' Cho looking so good in blue shorts and polo shirt. I replied I couldn't exchange pics due to the lack of clothing in use over here. He sent me ogling eyes back!

I walked down the beach a ways with Ni. She was such a happy person! Her business with our support was going great and her relationship with Kavnu was solid. She had questions for me though. We sat in the shallows about a hundred meters down from the seating and cabana area.

Ni asked about my surgery! I gave her chapter and verse. She had been taking hormones longer than me, longer than Lawan so that wasn't an issue. She could talk to Dr. Vanatonu any time and get a second psychologist. Dr. Sanporam would take her on no question BUT could she do anything about being able to marry Kavnu?

I told her what Jian and Ting found out. There wasn't a method of changing birth certificates and no same sex marriage in Thailand for the foreseeable future. I hugged her, no tears. She pretty well knew anyway.

We lay on our sides petting, smiling, "Wanna taste my pussy?"

Huge grin, nodding!! We turned to a sixty nine. I loved Ni's sleek bod, cute titties. I sucked her locked back clit, tonguing up and down with the occasional stop at her tight little hole! We each brought up the top leg to give better access. My cunt was well treated and a finger probed my backdoor.

I was eating her boypussy and frigging her clit vigorously! I worked the clit head with my fingers keeping it sopping wet with tongue bathing. Ahhhhhhhh She was getting somewhere with my sex! Yes! My heat rising fast!

One of my hands slid up her belly to a pert breast and rigid nipple! Ni's back arched as my efforts brought on an orgasm! She was stiff for a few moments then was limp. Ni's mouth had stopped pleasuring me so I turned around to kiss her. She wrapped her arms around my neck, "Fay...that was so nice! Thank you!"

I gave her a BIG kiss, "Any time sweetie!"

After some sweet, soft petting we dove into the water to swim back to the beach area. We grabbed some food and parked on a lounge. Nearby Aileen and Sue were making love, two beautiful pussies being eaten!

I sat in the dining room to do some work with Gil. She had a shit-eating grin, "Fay this has been so much fun! Everyone is enjoying themselves! Well I certainly have been!"

We did fist bumps, "Its turned out quite nice!"

"Just so you know Letti is tremendous to have sex with. We had several shared orgasms!"

Good, I had worried a bit about Letti, she seemed reserved and I didn't want her to be left out in any way. I thanked Gil for her efforts, tongue-in-cheek! We laughed!

I caught up on email and field reports. The email included a CV from Nu in Vietnam. I thought he'd send one along. Good education but even better a fine work history. On paper he looked good, I knew he was voluble in English and French and his reading had to be good in both since most periodicals and serious papers were in either or both. I'd catch up with him next week.

Emails from Andy and Greg in Seattle. Andy's email covered the construction of the stables, fitting out of the house for him and a new thing...a pickup truck! I'd gotten Thomas at Harcourt House to give him an iPad before he left for the mapping app so he could get to know Seattle and not get lost.

Andy with Greg's help had placed ads in some local media and they would canvas some existing stables for possible workers.

Gregory's email were of the same vein, he'd hired new folks most all fairly local to get ready for the new stock coming in. He had Andy sit in on the interviews, ask questions and help in the hiring decisions so he'd have so he'd have some experience. Greg said he'd help Andy doing some of the employee things at the Magnolia stables.

Monaco and Gregory had hired several trainers to work with the newbies and getting the older ones ready for the racing season.

I asked Monaco to talk to Diana about her role, did she want to learn the trainer's job. He said she did so that would be another task. He would split his time between Santa Anita, Pleasant Valley, Bangkok and Harcourt House.

Glaa was looking so good. He had put on some weight and grown up at nearly sixteen hands a fine big fellow. All around he had smoothed out the angularity of his second year, his body and stride. He was in Monaco's words `a superb specimen of horse flesh' that could bring tears to an old-timer's eyes.

Whoa! Monaco was waxing lyrical! We emailed back and forth for a short while but what was clear Glaa was ready to race! Damn!

Helmut's emails about the Seattle Metro test were great. He was funny but knew his stuff. The Seattle folks were very pleased with full-time video and audio at Hi-Res! The two people over from our London office were also pleased. They reported to Reg, he passed along their assessments.

In the sun with a Newcastle and Eve. She was sipping pineapple juice with a smile. "Fay I feel good! Oh of course I have the usual complaints of a woman who is five months pregnant but I have energy. I am so well looked after by Ku and Penny and Ta. We like Ta, she's sweet and is quite watchful which nice because she does it without annoying us."

I gently stroked her pussy, a tug on her nether ring which brought a grin. "Yes I remember that first time with you!"

"I do! You devoured my boypussy!"

We laughed, "Yes and when you returned the favor it was exquisite!"

Side by side we talked about that time and how different things were now. I rested my hand on her belly we grinned at each other.

"Fay we have all changed thanks to you but you..." Eve gripped my hand, "...you have grown so much. You and Cho are changing all the time. It's like you're my mom or something."

We both burst out laughing over that!

"No... No... you can't do that to me!"

We were holding each other giggling! Jian came out with Andrea. They agreed with Eve! I was their mother! No Shit!

It was hard to argue seriously with all three when we're all buck naked! That added some more laughter to the situation!

Then Ku crept between my legs to kiss my sex, a twinkle in her eyes, "Hi 'I owe you one', that is right?"

I pulled her up to kiss and lay on me as Eve laughed and caressed her. "Yes that's the saying but..."

A kiss, she slid down to kiss my pussy again and start to make love to me. AAAAAAAAAAAAA Nice!

Eve kissed me stroking my titties, another kiss, wicked grin, she moved behind her lover...

I said wait! We went to the master bedroom, I pulled Jian and Andrea along. Back to where we had been... my pussy and Ku's being taken care of. Andrea with little encouragement started on Eve's pussy, Jian grinning ear to ear rested her tongue on Andrea's sex then slid inward! I got my prize the cock!

I loved my first cock, sloppy wet I eased back the foreskin to nurse on the head. Tongue playing with the piss slit, slurping around the head and down the shaft until my nose pressed hard on her pubic mound. I slipped my oral digit out to bathe the balls!!

Ku was doing many VERY nice things to my pussy and ass. Her mouth was so lovely. We sucked, licked, kissed each other's sex organs in a nice circle bringing out orgasms, flowing juices, tasty!

Lori's face emerged beside mine, I held out Jian's cock to her. Yes! Lori slid down to the root! Sucking eagerly, licking Jian's smooth balls and belly.

"Jian fuck me? Please?"

Lori moved to face Jian, I dove into her pussy as she frigged the cock!' Jian rolled her over, I guided the cock' into Lori's wet sex! OH Yes fucking commenced!!

Ku's mouth gave me pleasure until I turned around to kiss her, reaching for her brown breasts, hard tiny nipples. Eve gave Ku a sexy look full of lust, sticky lips and piercing eyes!

I climbed over Ku giving my pussy back to her and joined up with Eve to suck and lick! Tasty to kiss Eve's coated lips! There was a swollen clit to work on. I could see Eve's tongue and below several fingers going in and out of cute rosebud!!

I tugged on Andrea, she moved beside me so I could eat her pussy while Ku brought me off several times, her own climax under Eve's tongue was sensational!

Andrea and I were sixty-nining alongside Eve and Ku doing the same when the news of Lori's orgasm and Jian's soon after was broadcast loudly! I sat up to cheer! Everyone clapping, doing yohoo's! Jian and Lori kissing with two fists in the air from Lori!

I wanted food! Pha standing in the kitchen looked like a goddess! I took her into my arms for a kiss. Squeezing tight I got the offerings for our dinner, grilled fish with several sauces, rice with saffron and currants, roti, two curried veggie choices!

I got a big plateful and juice. I chowed down while skimming email. Gil leaned over to steal a piece of roti and leave a kiss on my cheek. A big smile, she'd been with Reyna, NI, Letti, Ansara and Shira in a big circle! Reyna with some digital assistance on her prostate managed an erection they all sucked and several got fucked for a while. Gil's grin told me she'd was one of those.

We did fist bumps!

A quick trip to the kitchen brought me back a hunk of roti as repayment and her plate a huge mound of food! Other folks wandered in with plates of Pha's delicious fare. There was a lot of quiet as appetites took over!

I made a run for more food coming back with a dollop of Pha's juices on my fingers as I joined Malee in giving her a good fingering. I shared some finger with Gil. Wicked grins and laughter!

On water's edge we all had mimosas in hand in the lantern light, oj for our mother's to be! We toasted each other, women as a whole and love! I hugged and kissed each lady, then thanking them for coming. I said I didn't know if this would be an annual event but we could consider it! Cheers! So they'll be IN!

Walking down the sand arms around the waists of Eve and Ku thanking them for their sacrifice for Cho and I. Eve held me against her big belly, Ku from behind. No tears just deep emotion!

Lying on a lounge with Lawan, my beautiful buddy. She was always sexy! We talked SRS like I had with the others. Thang never mentioned any surgery but it seemed natural to Lawan to go on. The hormones had done so much for her, titties, soft smooth skin, helped her emotional image of herself as well. I told her my experience and what my expectations were beforehand.

I liked telling my friends how good it had been for me. But if it didn't help them have a female identity then... it would only serve part of their desires.

I crawled into bed with Jian and Andrea. Gil came to spoon with me on one side, Lawan on the other. A quiet night. Sleep!

In the morning after coffee and salapaos we did a cleanup and rousted out our bikinis. Pha`s fisherman friend delivered the tuna. Lovely thing!

Several of us helped Pha make the lunch. Rice, veggies, roti and two sauces for the tuna. Pha baked it in two sections. We laid out utensils, plates, etc...

The men arrived! A huge hug and kiss for Cho! Not like we hadn't texted and emailed the whole time! Ting, Dad, Thoi, Kavnu, Thet, Eric and Adam. Everybody got hugs and kisses.

We feasted on that tasty tuna! Smiles and full mouths!

After I collected Thoi for a walk on the beach. I asked for my friends about getting their birth certificates changed so they could be women after surgery.

Thoi honest as always said it didn't seem likely for the government to change anything and certainly not soon. Then I asked the big question, could the King do something for these wonderful Thai ladies?

Thoi holding my hand, "Fay I can not say one way or the other but I think you should talk to the Prince. He's the younger son but well regarded by the Palace crowd and the people. Not as forward as his brother but steady so I think this is your best avenue."

I squeezed him big time! "Will you set up a meeting?"

"Of course My Dear!"

I got some golfing stories on the ride to the airport! Cho had played well, four rounds averaging just four over par!! He was pleased!! The others did bemoan their scores a bit and were grateful that betting had been declared off. Adam laughing, his game was Okay but Cho had wiped them up!

We had to use two helicopters to get everyone from Don Mueang to the house. Hugging and kissing farewells. Lori and Letti were staying in the Guest House as our first visitors under Gil's flat. Andrea in with Jian and Ting. Eric and Malee went over to her apartment. Adam and Daphne in one of the refurbished guest suites with us. All the rest were deposited at their homes around town.

Amporn was off so we loaded up for dinner at the Kiet's restaurant. We took our Kiet and Achara along. The family gave us a big welcome sitting us outside under the beautiful tree with lights! Their food great as always!

I took our Kiet's father's arm to talk about his son. I told him he was a jewel for us and especially for my learning Thai. I had started and continued our conversation in Thai and my saying that hit him, HUGE smile.

"Miss I didn't even think about you speaking Thai, it was just normal! Wonderful!"

We had a fun dinner, I got to impress all of Kiet's family with my Thai!!

Emails from Harcourt House! Gregory saying our two mares had gone into labour almost at the same time, Dr. Crawford was there. The second from Dr. Crawford, our ladies were doing fine all normal so far.

I replied that we'd be waiting but wouldn't bug them! Heather and Mandy in labour together! They'd been SO Close really enjoying being friends. That was why Guy and Chess would both go to Seattle! They're friends of long standing!

Emails and calls in the morning brought us great news about Heather and Mandy! They had safely given birth, Heather to a colt and Mandy a filly. Everyone was healthy! The colt black with two front leg socks in white and the filly a glorious chestnut! The snaps were fabulous, the little ones lying in the hay and then standing. So sweet! The moms looking happy to have it over and their youngsters doing well.

Dr. Crawford said while they were both a bit early there were no problems in birth! The kids came out looking good. He'd be back tomorrow and often to follow up.

Janine came by the office in the morning. She was looking good! Relaxing for a couple of days before going to the northeast to see the water project up near Korat done by us for a Cho/me company. I invited her over for dinner and a swim. Yes!

Odd to think of our sharing all our properties and companies. I liked the thought of Basuto Road being OURS! And the house in Froyle. Cho fit there naturally like we did at Harcourt House and me here in Bangkok!!

Married?!?!!?? That seemed right too but ODD! But soon! Cassandra and Alia had kept up a stream of info to Gil about the wedding plans. Invites being answered and all the details finalized. Cho and I could sit back mostly!!!

On a lounge in the sun talking to Janine. She was voluble about her experiences so far with The Company. The support was great, info on projects thorough, responses to queries VERY fast and our equipment both software and hardware tremendous! She was so glad she was part of Us!

"Fay, even though there are lots of folks like me... a newbie, going into the field I was nervous about me but not The Company or products! It helped me feel secure so I could learn."

I asked her to put it in an email to me and Reg, and CC Eric. She should name names and explain situations. I said not to go overboard but a decent critique. She would work on it.

Emails from Harcourt House. Our new babies were doing very well as were the mother's! No problems being a bit premature, properly developed. Maybe the pregnancy dates were later than they should have been? No matter all was good!

Dinner was an Amporn feast! Eric and Malee, Adam with Daphne and Sara, Andrea, Eileen and Sue before they all hopped aboard a Cho-Fay Air flight to London. Cho and I were toasted all around as thanks for several enjoyable days!

The ladies with me and Jian on the terrace. Everyone hugged and kissed. They wanted to repeat the trip but it would be open ended on when.

I had Lori's hand in mine by the dock. I let her know that I'd spoken with Thet about Shira. She would have a leave of absence but we needed her back for the wedding in April. Lori kissed me, we held each other.

"Fay, I'm so glad we met! I felt an immediate attraction to you! Meeting Shira has been special maybe it will be more than that we'll find out."

I wished her `bonne chance' in her exploration! We giggled over that!

I had a luncheon date with Dad for my birthday!! I was wearing a dress bought in London, canary yellow sleeveless with a full skirt to mid-thigh, a horizontal diamond shaped cutout exposed my tanned belly. No stockings, black heels and a matching bag. Cho's black onyx gifts at my neck, wrists, fingers and ears.

Tu drove PJ and I over to the Security Police HQ. Dad said we would go to a wonderful old style Thai restaurant across the street and down a bit. We could walk there.

I got to see Lek and Siri! They were happy! Siri holding those fingers tight together again!!!

Dad was right about the restaurant. In an old wooden building with a quiet terrace where we sat under a big spreading tree. Delicious fish cakes!!! A sweet rice dish and curried soup! All wonderful. They brought out a small birthday cake! It was ornate with little horses, an airplane, a small castle and a boy and girl holding hands. All on green and yellow icing! It was soft inside and tasty! I dug in!

Full and happy, arm in arm we crossed the road heading back to the HQ. Dad's bodyguard, Atat up front, PJ behind. Laughing over something when we heard voices yelling something and running feet.

Two men coming towards us pulling out handguns. PJ called out to Atat and stepped to the closest, a big fellow. His gun hand grabbed by PJ forcing it upwards. Atat drew his weapon and moved between us and the lead man.

The forward assassin fired as Dad shoved me aside. Three shots! Atat was hit and so was Dad. Atat falling let his gun go it skittered across the sidewalk against my leg as I had fallen on my bum from the shove. Dad's left leg spurted blood!

The assassin stepped towards Dad his gun aimed to kill. I picked up Atat's weapon, raised it with two hands and fired twice! I hit the killer! A loud screech as he toppled over. His handgun bounced away off the sidewalk.

I could hear PJ's struggle behind me. The big guy couldn't wrest his arm free from PJ's strong grip. They swayed around I brought Atat's gun up when the assassin's leg swung out I fired. He yelled in pain and went over onto his back with PJ on top wrestling the gun away.

PJ was up backing away looking around his own Glock out and sweeping. No other attackers! I pointed to the gun in the grass, PJ nodded. I went to Dad.

I could see the pain, one hand on the wound. I added one of mine as the Security Police building erupted with officers rushing out. They swarmed around, an officer ordering a parameter be created. Medics arrived. The first were waved by Dad towards Atat.

Some other medics took over Dad! Pants legs ripped open, pressure bandage applied. I could hear sirens. The wailing rising as they approached.

I had Dad's hand, "Fay are you alright?"

I smiled at that, "Yes just my butt from falling on it."

Dad smiled back. He had lines in his arms already. A woman medic talking on a radio to the hospital pushing some meds into the line.

PJ was close behind me. I saw Lt. Tak, he had a plastic bag, pointing to the weapon still in my hand. I dropped it in. The one PJ had into another bag. The third one too.

Atat was lifted into the first ambulance through the cordon. Dad was readied, he squeezed my hand, "Fay call your mother!"

As he was carried away PJ pulled my iPhone out of my bag and pressed in Phailin's number. A tough call but short. A major leaned over me, "Miss a car is on its way to the General's home."

I told Phailin that and I'd be at the hospital soonest as I watched the two assassin's being lifted into a third ambulance with police officers.

I went into the HQ to wash my hands. Lt. Tak and the Major wanted a quick report. PJ and I gave them our impressions. I saw Lt. Tak's eyes go wide when he heard I'd shot both assassin's. The major knowing who I was said they'd get more info later but for me to go to the hospital.

Tu had the car ready, we followed a Security Police car with its siren clearing the roads. I called Cho, that was hard!

A doctor met me at the ER doorway, "The General is in surgery! It looks good. His bodyguard is in surgery also."

Atat was alive!!

Another doctor, Dad's wound isn't too bad, just flesh, no artery or bone. Atat much more complicated as he was hit three times. He told me there was a good chance for him.

Phailin! In my arms I told her what I knew. Cho coming down the hall my arms open. So tight! The squeeze was so tight! Cho pulled Phailin close.

Cho gave PJ a big hug and thank you when he heard he stopped one assassin but PJ spilled the beans about my handiwork. I felt Cho's eyes so strong was their gaze! He almost consumes me with it my hand crushed in his. A kiss on my cheek!

PJ and I gave them quick telling of the story. We'd been lucky the killer who stepped up to shoot Dad had seemed to relish the moment that had undone him, it gave me time to react. Atat's gun safety was off so it was a simple task.

Phailin's hands on my face, my cheeks kissed, a few tears now. A quiet thank you! A Cho-Fay handkerchief was brought out.

Phailin hugged PJ thanking him also. Rande and PJ did fist bumps and big swinging high fives!

We sat to wait, nothing more to do.

Another doctor appeared in scrubs in about thirty minutes. Phailin knew him, "He is going to be alright. The bullet was somewhat spent we believe it passed through the bodyguard's side first and it didn't hit anything vital. We got it out and he has been sewn up now he will be moved to recovery. Please come in and see him."

I nudged her, "Go we'll come in in a few minutes."

A cheek kissed. The first doctor came back, he was sort of managing this, "Miss the bodyguard is going to live. The damage is not all repaired yet but he should be able to make a good recovery."

More good news. Cho nudged me and pointed. Thoi and Kanda in the hall heading our way. Hugs and kisses. They were happy about the news of both men. Thoi said his sisters, Phailin's cousins were on their way here. Good for Phailin.

The Justice Minister arrived, Amedee's husband, he too was pleased with the medical report.

Phailin came out to wave to us. We went into Recovery. Dad was groggy, he gave my hand a good squeeze though. We stayed for a few minutes then we let he and Phailin have some time.

I wanted something to drink, PJ got teas but they were awful. He smiled looking at his iPhone, "I will be back soon."

The `managing' doctor back. Atat will be Okay. A shot nicked his colon, fixed, no really serious damage! Another hit his gall bladder, not so bad they decided to leave it! Some blood vessels damaged but repaired. Muscle damage of course. The third was a through and through flesh wound to his side which they believed hit Dad. He was almost finished in the OR and would go to recovery, no need for intensive care.

PJ! He had two trays of coffees from a Starbucks!!! He got a Venté Amaretto for me! Phailin's arm around my waist sipping a hot sweet milky coffee!

PJ and I told our tale more fully with the Justice Minister and Thoi and Kanda close around us. Cho's hand on my shoulder tightened when I said I shot both assassins.

We paused as Rande gestured down the hallway. The Prince! He hugged Phailin, kissing her cheek. PJ and I started over for his benefit. His eyes on mine! His arm over Cho's shoulders. When we finished he took my hand to his lips, a kiss.

"Thank you for being brave again, you have proved to be tough and steady like a good soldier!"

The Prince and the Justice Minister went in to see Dad. Phailin's cheek on mine, "Thank you daughter!"

Big hug! I told her I'd called Kay in Seattle and Somsak in Singapore! They would both wait for her call but they knew Dad would be Okay. Another kiss!

Phailin's cousins, Thoi's sisters, arrived so we moved aside for her to be with them.

Thoi holding me, Cho hugged Kanda; I had one of her hands.

Thoi with a wry smile, "You are a tough cookie! Each time you rise to the occasion but please no more!"

We were all smiling at my response; I pointed out this time no one was after me!

The Prince with the Justice Minister came out to say goodbye to Phailin "Anything you need!"

Another squeeze of my hand by the Prince and a wink!

Cho had a big grin on that handsome face, "My we are running in exalted circles."

We both laughed as Phailin hugged me from behind, holding tight.

I called Jian, she was shocked but happy about me and Dad's news. A snort when I said I wouldn't be back to the office today, "Fay Martin, slacker!"

We giggled, her `no worries' unintentionally funny!

I went to the nurse's station to ask about Atat. A nurse said he was in recovery and his family was in a waiting room. PJ escorted me there.

I met them in the waiting room near recovery, many tears by his wife, I told her if she needed anything please call, I was the General's adopted daughter.

She knew because her husband had spoken of me! She thanked me for coming to see her and her children. I left my name and number with their son who was a handsome ten year old and holding up well. A cute six year old girl, damp face, I squeezed her hand, "we will all be thinking of him and how brave he has been!"

I went in to see Dad. He was holding my hand when I suggested we not lunch any time soon if...

He smiled, a bit fuzzy but he was clear enough saying he'd rather lunch with me because I had his back! Phailin kissed his cheek getting a bit tangled in tubes. Dad asked Cho to marry me quick so I'd be around to protect him!

Cho said we'd get a preacher in here! It was good to laugh!

Dad shooed us out, "Now go home. I have Phailin to take care of me and she has family to support her."

Cho and I called Somsak. We'd send one of the Gulfstream G550 Cho-Fay Air planes to get him and Tona. I gave him Kavat's numbers to co-ordinate it. Kavat said it could depart in one hour with a less than two hour flight time. No re-fueling there so the the turnaround would only be the time to board and get a take-off slot.

A helicopter would be waiting at Don Mueang for them.

I went in to tell Phailin and Dad that Somsak and Tona would be here in about five hours. Hugs from Phailin.

There were many Security Police officers around the hospital. Thet sent a car with more of our Security as an escort home. Our `threat level' had been raised.

We had a quiet dinner at home with Jian and Ting and Gil. All our guests had departed.

Cho said we'd celebrate my birthday later! I was good with that.

Ting when he heard our descriptions of the wounds said they'd probably be as good as new in short order. He was sure Dad could take me to Cho to be married in April no problem.

In my dressing room looking at my yellow frock with Dad's blood down one side. We'd send it out tomorrow to be cleaned but I didn't have much hope the fabric was delicate.

We met Somsak and Tona at the dock. Hugs and kisses. The latest on Dad before we walked them to a car for the drive to the hospital. It was late but Phailin was waiting for them.

On my back in bed a naked Cho on top, "Have you ever fired a gun before?"

I gave him the story of my Dad showing me about guns on the property in Hampshire. I fired several different handguns and shotguns over time. He gave me lessons in gun safety and commonsense rules on their use. I got to mangle paper targets and empty tins.

It was Dad's old army training... but since then only watching movies, shoot'em up bang bang shows.

Cho looking down at me with one of his `considering' looks, "You do not forget much do you?"

I shrugged as well as you can with a naked man on top of you.

In the sun on the terrace I emailed Eric letting him know what happened and that I'd be away from the office some but Jian had the `fort.' He was pleased I was Okay and Dad would fully recover.

Niran laid out the newspapers for us. Most pieces about the events were bland and vague. Dad was Okay but in the hospital for a few days recovering fine. Atat's wounds were more serious but he would recover.

The assassins badly wounded in custody and would be charged in a few days.

I wasn't mentioned nor PJ. Good for us but weird!

Dad's Number Two asked us to come to HQ to give a statement. He said it wouldn't take long.

Phailin called, Dad had a good night and Atat was stable and improving. I said we'd be over after the Security Police HQ visit.

I sat with a youngish Inspector in a drab conference room surrounded by dusty files of other people's troubles in boxes. A stenographer took down what I said. It wasn't hard just the simple facts of what happened and what I did. The steno jerked her head when I said I shot he first assassin. And the second.

Dad's number two thanked me personally with PJ afterwards saying my calm deliberate manner saved Dad's life. And PJ toughness thwarted the other trying anything. The two assassins would survive to go on trial.

I asked about the news reports. He said they had obscured the events to confuse other militants to make it seem the General's bodyguard was a larger number and his wound was very minor. He smiled, "It will be larger from now on. His home is surrounded by our people."

That made me feel good for Phailin! She was to get several women police officers as bodyguards.

The one assassin struggling with PJ had his femur broken by my shot. Repairing it would mean that leg might be a long term problem for him. The other much more grave. I had hit him in the stomach that was fixed. The second round went through both testes destroying them and leaving a deep exit wound in his left thigh.

Something to think about but more from PJ in the car going to the hospital. They'd be charged with attempted assassination of a cabinet minister which is a capital offense. The death penalty was likely.

Dad was propped up happy to see me, Phailin was down the hall in an office on the phone. Somsak and Tona would be over soon after a night's rest.

He thanked PJ for his work in stopping the second attacker, PJ pointed to me, I shook my head, "You stopped him all I did was end it."

He had news of Atat, his bodyguard; he would make a full recovery! He thanked me for talking to his family. I asked if we could help them in any way but the Security Police were looking after the family.

Cho had been by to visit already, jokingly saying the wedding would be next week. Me laughing, "Well he better co-ordinate with Alia for she has a different schedule."

Dad had talked to Kay, she would would wait until his birthday in 2 months. We were planning a big bash right before our wedding so everyone from Seattle would be here!

Dad was going to be Okay but unhappy as it reminded Phailin of an earlier time when he he'd been shot during a big drug gang arrest. The gang tried to fight it out with the Security Police. Dad and five of his men were wounded. Eight gang members were killed , the remaining dozen were wounded and captured.

Phailin came in after that, a lovely smile. I hugged her, she looked good. She said she was dealing with it, holding my face, "I am still amazed by you!"

Cho's arm around my naked waist as we looked in the big mirror in my dressing room. A birthday gift on view. A fine gold chain necklace, a series of loops hung concentrically down across my bosom to rest gently between my breasts. It wasn't heavy! It was lovely!

"I like where it rests between your breasts! It fits just right!"

I liked it a lot! "If I wear it with the blue and white gown the last loop will disappear!" My fingers pointing down my chest.

Cho laughing, "That works for me!"

KISS, HUG! We were going to hold off on going to the Ball Room until Dad was home, then...

Tu driving, PJ up front, Gil with me on the way to the hospital. Dad was walking with a walker and Phailin. Somsak and Tona alongside. Not much pain, smiling, "I could not lie there any more. I am fine though."

Phailin gave me a look full of `whatever's.' We laughed. I gave Dad a careful hug. He was going home tomorrow morning at this point. I was reassured he would be ready to take me to Cho! NO doubt!

In the hallway we ran into Thoi coming to visit. He took me aside, "You asked about getting help for your friends birth certificates, well I think it is the right time to approach the Prince."

I know I winced, "Fay, It may seem you are taking advantage of events but it gives the Prince a hook to persuade his family, his older brother and sister could be allies with him to the King. He can give them your history as proof of your bonafides."

I agreed! I wanted my friends to have the chance I had! Thoi would arrange a meeting.

At home I buckled down on my email and other work! In the sun, tiny bikini, Newcastle! Okay work time! Ha!

Our little ones at Harcourt House were doing very well as were their moms! Gregory very pleased! He was VERY pleased with the construction. The land was cleared, foundations started, on schedule!

Carter's news was good also. Teddy was doing fine, school and as Phillips `intern.' He was settled into a good routine. His former foster mom Gladys had stopped over and Teddy had gone to her place to visit. I was pleased he wanted to stay in touch, Carter knew Gladys would always be welcome.

Mr. Hardy had been in the library several times and gone up to London. Prasert arranged transport to and from the Oxford station.

And speaking of Prasert, he and Ellie had done the deed and asked her parents' permission to marry. NO problem! They liked Prasert, he was nice and serious about Ellie! They would be living locally so they'd be able to see her often.

Carter had construction news for us. `Harcourt Close' had full planning approval so work would begin soon on readying the land. It would a year before the houses would be ready so we had time to consider how to allot them. Seniority or need or lottery or position or ...?

Tu drove me over to the parent's house in the morning. Tona and Phailin greeted me with hugs. We waited for the old guy to be toted home. Cho and Somsak were at the hospital. We'd spend some time as he settled in.

I saw Thet coming up from the side of the driveway. He came over, a hug. He'd been checking on the security system our Security force had installed. A state of the art system like ours. A series of sensors and cameras around the grounds that could detect movement in several ways then activate alarms and video. Vibrations from people or animals, motion and sound all set off alerts. The sensors could tell if a man was walking slowly or trying to be stealthy or it was a dog and report it. A van was parked in the drive to control it all for now. Security Police guarded it and the perimeter.

We gathered in the kitchen. Phailin squeezing my hand, "He will probably sit in the garden quite a bit, he loves watching the birds. But there will be people in and out so he will be able to talk secrets out there."

"Well he'll be out of your hair!"

We were all laughing as the convoy approached the house.

Gil was on her phone with one of our brokerage houses in Switzerland waving her hand towards me. I leaned close. They reported a new contact with the target's management. Inquiries about who was buying were deflected saying it was a small Swiss holding company. The brokerage asked for proof of the person position before even saying that small bit about the buyer. The asking party was a corporate officer in New York!

Dad was brought to through the door in a wheelchair, straight on to the bedroom for now. He was settled in and grinning at all of us standing around.

"Well you need to find something to do because it will be very boring watching me!"

We all laughed. Cho's arm around me, "Do the rehabilitation so I can get you out on a golf course!"

Dad said he would, "But I am not going to beat you anytime soon."

I had Dad's hand, "Now you are home I'm going to have my birthday which those fellows rudely interrupted."

Big squeeze from him, "Yes do! The lunch...well the first part was good! The second act I could do without!"

We all laughed. Dad again shooed us out, "Go, I am at home and doing fine!. Go!"

Hugs and kisses all around.

I told them we'd be going to LA next week for Glaa's first race of the year then onto London for The Company's board meeting then back here. We'd have house guests for a week, Gerald and Antonio!

Thet was having a briefing for the Security Police commanders and some of our people would be around to train the officers on the equipment. We let them alone going out to the front with Phailin.

"Thank you! For everything! Daughter and Son!"

I held this wonderful lady close, Cho around us both.

Cho headed to the Railroad for some meetings, me to the house.

In the sun by the pool working with Gil. Janine joined us freshly returned from the northeast water project.

She was excited by it and ready to give one a try!

"Well there are three in the eastern U.S. One in Virginia, another in the Maryland-Delaware area and one in New York State. Ask your boss about them..."

She looked at me with her head cocked to the side, "Ah...aren't you my boss?"

Me giggling, nodding. She swatted my arm, "Fay...don't tease I want to do one."

"Now dear you aren't ready to fly solo on one of those but the New York project is first up so..."

"Yes, I would like that!"

"Okay! Kenneth is finishing up in New Zealand in a week or so. He's going on vacation but he'll do the New York canal job afterwards. I'll pair you up. He did the one in Sydney too."

Hands clapping, shining, smiling face! So different from a few months ago. She had confidence in herself! All the reports about the newbies across the company had put her in the top performing group.

A mental pat on my back, not a big one because she'd done the work. I'd given her the opportunity.

Thoi called, "I have a meeting setup with the Prince for tomorrow morning at eleven, will it be Okay for you?"

I said any time, I'd be ready. We'd meet at the Prince's office at the Defense Ministry. Thoi would come too! Good! I'd pick him up at the Railroad Building.

I had Gil put it in my calendar, the private one. Only she and Cho had permissions for that.

Alex was in Brasilia talking to several government agencies about possibly six water projects. My reports and ideas had been sent along a few weeks ago. I hoped we'd get all the jobs, Alex would be a good advocate! I mentioned that if we are in the running I'd make a trip there if he thought it would be helpful!

Alex's reply was great, "Fay, you could talk a cat off a fish cart!"

He said the saying came from a television show he liked called The Wire!' He recommended it highly, it was as good as TV could get!' He said it was on DVD and HBO.

Jian's petite bod with my arms around it in the dark by the pool. I told her about my meeting tomorrow. I wanted to make it possible for her and the others to have their documents changed even if their bodies hadn't been.

We talked about Ni, Reyna and Lawan all asking for my impressions of the SRS. Each showing more interest than ever before. I knew Jian had not come anywhere close to that but if she could be a woman on paper...

I was kissed. We didn't need to talk much about it, I knew she would be pleased to wed Ting here, legally. In England with the law changed they could have property together and proper inheritance expectations.

Dinner at Cho's favorite `Le Récif de Corail' French Polynesian restaurant! Yes! Crevette Noix de Coco!!! AND Ahi Grillé!!! I stuffed myself good and proper! La Clarté de Haut-Brion, a spectacular white Bordeaux, when down a treat! More of that. I emailed the name to Carter!

Dark blue short sleeved dress, mid-thigh and snug above the waist, matching stockings and shoes. A white bag with dark blue borders and handle. Gold jewelry at wrists, fingers, neck and ears. Red lipstick but not too red. Same for nails!

A kiss from Cho! A twinkle in his eye, "Go girl!"

Tu and PJ with me. A stop to collect Thoi at the Railroad Building then on to the Defense Ministry. I hadn't been back here since we'd been rescued.

A spruce young officer escorted us upstairs. Big double doors in a dark wood opened as we approached. A secretary welcomed us, we were swept straight into the Prince's office. He came around the desk to take my hand and then Thoi's.

We sat in some comfortable chairs. The Prince was smiling, "Thoi asked me for some time for you but didn't want to tell me what it was about."

Thoi smiled at me, my cue. I launched into my prepared spiel as it had been refined in my mind for a while so it just flowed. I could see the Prince was interested. When I slowed to a stop he spoke right away.

"Fay, I see your friends mean a great deal to you which is admirable AND they have done a service to their country AND you have taken your adopted family and country to your heart... I can say for myself that Thailand should make this request moot with legislation. That has not happened and will not any time in the near future..."

"If I spoke for the King I would make it so...my siblings are broad minded and our father cares deeply for all the people. You are asking for a change in the law but also for a preference for only a few and assure me it would not be widely known. On that basis I will ask my father to command an exception especially as our devoted friend Keren has been saved by you."

I was going to say... The Prince held up his hand with a big smile, "I think that you do not want to be seen as `cashing in' on your father's shooting, do not fear! I would do this for you anyway."

He laughed, "I did hear the wheels whirring in Thoi's head!"

We all laughed at that not that Thoi was in the least bit concerned.

"I can not give you any timeline for this but my asking the siblings and father will be soon. We have a family gathering in a few days. You have left it with me."

By the door he took my hand to his lips again, "Fay, no one in our country appreciates you more...with exception of Cho... than me! My thanks for all you have done!"

Thoi got a strong shoulder pat and handshake. Our escort was back to assist us. PJ had been with us up to the Prince's door. He was smiling but I waited to ask. We dropped Thoi and went over to the parents.

On the way I asked about the big smile, "You were doing something for your friends..." My nod, "...I knew it was something serious you had a look I interpreted as happy, thoughtful and determined."

I had to laugh, "I can't imagine what I must have looked like."

"It was like an exalted face."

My! PJ was looking past me I scanned his face, a thoughtful gaze. He was close, I had felt like I was on a mission for my friends.

I held up my fist, grinning we bumped!

I gave Jian the skinny on the meeting later. A hug, "Fay, I hope the Prince is successful. Ting and I do want to share completely here as we could in London."

"Ah, speaking of London...when your baby momma gives birth you'll want to be there so I have a present for you to keep in touch."

I pulled out my gift beautifully wrapped by those creative folks at Mongkut! A MacBook!

I loved watch Jian tear at the wrapping but gently to save the gorgeous dried flower arrangement. BIG eyes! HUG!! KISS!!

"Now the down side..." she looked at me..."you will have to do work! Foundation Manager!"

Hugging and giggling!! "Oh Fay, you know I love to work for you and the Foundation!"

A tongue stuck into her cheek. We laughed loudly. Dusit and Kwang came in smiling at Jian's gift and the joke.

Kwang said, "Fay, Alex just put another meeting on his schedule in Brasilia. A name I didn't know. I looked him up, he's been named in Brazilian reports about bribery and other schemes that involve the President Dilma Rousseff. I texted that to Alex just now."

"Good for you, Kwang. Keep looking at the fellow and send anything you find on to Alex and me."

I got a salute! And a smile!

Dinner at home was quiet affair just the five of us.

I'd gotten an email from Kwang about the fellow in Brasilia, more news which wasn't good. So Alex's call after dinner wasn't a surprise.

"Fay, his hand is out, subtle but it's there nonetheless. He has access to the top rank of the Cabinet and the President. He could torpedo any chance for us."

I told him to pretend to to be busy or go to Rio for a `meeting' to avoid the fellow. Cho and I would talk.

Which we did right away. Cho said he'd call Pietro, an old friend in Brazil. He was an industrialist and financier one of Brazil's richest persons. We sat in the office so we could do a conference call.

Pietro liked the idea a woman had finally corralled Cho, I was given a nice welcome. He got the point of our call immediately!

"Romeo is a slinky fellow, he doesn't do much that is not shady. The water projects are very important for the Northeast so much so we cannot have them fouled by this chiseler. I will make some calls then he will have to be confronted."

I spoke up, "I will fly in the day after tomorrow. Let me know where, either Rio or Brasilia. Our fellow there, Alex, is going to avoid contact with Romeo."

"Ah Cho you have found someone like yourself!"

He laughed, we joined in!

"Pietro, you will get to meet her then you will know!"

Pietro said he would be back to us as soon as possible. We rang off. Cho grinning at me.

"Well it has to be done. Tomorrow night we dance then I'll get on the plane!"

I was gathered into those strong brown arms, kissed very nicely.

"It is the right thing to do. We can't give into this sort of threat. So either we are in Brazil or we are not."

I called Kavat to leave a message but he answered, "The aircraft will be ready, Miss!"

Eric approved of my decisions and my opinion that Alex had handled it well. Good luck to me!

Warm in bed with my man, kissing! Extremely nice! Strong but gentle man! I was surrounded by arms and legs, squeezed, kissed and nuzzled!! Sweet!!

`Gwen was quiet standing in the road behind me as I held four soldiers with my guns. They slowly disrobed down to the skin, I ordered them to tie their clothes into bundles. A warning for them to be sure to tie it tight as they didn't want to lose anything. Each was tied to a horse.

I instructed them to start walking towards the town, not to wander off the road. It was a mild evening so they'd not be too chilled walking the several miles.

I gathered the reins leading their mounts northward over a shallow ridge line then a turn to town. My last look at the four naked men showed they were on the road walking slowly.

The Slippery Sands Inn on the coast road west of town was dark as I approached. I tied the horses to a tree in the yard and called loudly for the innkeeper. A white face appeared at a window above the side door.

"I leave you four horses I found wandering on the moor..." I pointed southward. Then I urged Gwen away to the east. A half mile down the road we turned north crossing fields before striking a road that took us miles above my property. The moon was bright and we knew the land.

A southern turn brought us to the edge of my land and the secret stable where Gwen could rest. She was cared for in my best manner, combed, brushed and given a nice meal of oats and honey with fresh water and a bulging hay rack.

Gwen was licking the last of the oats as I finished grooming. Blanket over her with hugs. I produced an apple which was crunched with pleasure!

At home I changed clothes, saddled Murat and dashed off to town as the first light appeared over the Channel. Murat enjoyed our run to town, he liked to stretch his legs. We rode past the inn, the four horses still tied to the tree. I had a chuckle at that.

I didn't see the soldiers until I was almost on top of them because of a rise in the road. They scattered off the road at our rapid gallop. I gave a look and turned Murat.

"What are you about? You cannot be wandering here without clothes."

They all started to explain before the one I knew was their sergeant hushed them. "We were ambushed by brigands and could not fight without loss of life."

I asked their commanders name, Packenham. I said I would see him about this as naked men on the road were improper.

I urged Murat away. We crossed the bridges into the town center as it was waking. At the barracks I asked for the Colonel. The duty officer remembered my last appearance and sent a soldier running to the Colonel's office.

The spruce, efficient adjutant came down the stairs. "Sir, good to see you again."

I was escorted to Packenham. He was barely able to keep a straight face during my story, the adjutant's face was contorted in the same attempt not to burst out laughing.

"Damn it's funny..." turning his adjutant, "What the hell were they doing out there?"

The adjutant didn't know and called for an orderly to get a certain lieutenant here right quick.

"Now I did see four horses around a tree at the Slippery Sands Inn with bundles hanging off the saddles. It seemed odd but since the number is the same..."

Packenham shaking his head, "They were probably up to something. Damn I wish the War Department would pay these men a decent wage, they'd be better soldiers."

I told the Colonel his men had been robbing simple farmers too long for it to be ignored. He had an unhappy face as I said he needed to take measures to stop it.

"Sir, I am aware you have been dismayed by my soldiers and I have tried to make amends..."

"Colonel, making amends is all well and good but what is required now is prevention. The plain folk have no faith in the intentions of your troops so they do not help them even when the goal is good. No trust means no assistance."

He was staring at me now, "The smugglers aren't Robin Hoods, they do not do anything to help the farmers and tenants but they are seen as more benign than your men."

That shocked him although it should not have. It was too obvious.

The adjutant returned with a young officer. I didn't move and the Colonel appeared uneasy dressing down the lieutenant in my presence.

I stood up, everyone looked at me, "I am not one to interfere with the military remembering my own time in uniform but I do wish to address the lieutenant."

The Pakenham nodded. "Lieutenant your men make themselves pariahs in the community with their roughness and thievery..." he looked to demur but my raised hand silenced him, "...I have seen the results. My tenants have not suffered as much as others and you may well know I have personally intervened several times for them and other farmers. It is tiresome for me and I do not wish to have to do it further."

I turned to Packenham, "So I will hire a small force of men to patrol my lands and those adjacent. Their remit will be to protect my tenants, other farmers and tradespeople. If your men are acting illegally they will be called to account. My men will abide by all laws and I expect your men to do the same."

I paused but their looks told me unhappiness was general.

"I will also ask the War Department to make good on promises of better pay and conditions for soldiers stationed at home. Likewise I will personally petition the government to address this issue."

"I have no love for smugglers but I would rather they succeeded than for the people be their allies in disgust at our military."

I stopped, eyes were averted, silence. I stepped to Packenham with hand out-stretched, "Sir, I do wish we can work together on this. I value your good company and the difficulty of your position."

He smiled which was encouraging, "M'Lord..." he stopped as I was known for disliking being addressed with that way, "...Sir, thank you for plainly stating your opinion and I admit it is not news to me. I will issue new more restrictive orders to my command about their role and how they are to interact with the people."

Murat was happy to be going, a few stops at several merchants to place orders and we were away on the road home. We roared down the highway it seemed like sparks emitted from his hooves!

As we approached the Slippery Sands Inn I could see a group of soldiers. The four miscreants I'd punished were dressed and about to mount. An aide from the headquarters was supervising them.

"Ah men, we meet again. I am glad you have found your belongings." They were quite unhappy but showed me deference. The aide chivvied them after saluting me.

I asked Murat for speed, it was his métier! The wind of our passing ruffling the shrubbery. We swept into the forecourt scattering gravel as we stopped. I leapt down feeling good for the last few hours.

A groom took Murat with the admonition he'd run hard. He smiled saying this fellow would be well cared for.

A late breakfast was called for, my housekeeper smiling in her knowing way.

My meal in preparation I visited the kitchen to see the young fellow who brought me the news of the soldiers activities. He'd been fed and my housekeeper had given him a small bag of baked goods to take with him.

I thanked him for running over. He sketched a bow before dashing off home. I grinned at the housekeeper and cook who were both smiling broadly...

A quiet woof aroused me, I opened my eyes to see two brown ones staring at me. Jaidee needed to pee! I robed up and walked outside with him thinking about my dream. I got this one! My going to Brazil surely triggered it.

I'd punched the espresso machine going by so it was ready, I dialed up my choice and let it go! A plate of salapaos! Jaidee had done his thing and dove into the food bowl I prepared. The little guy loves his crunchies! I was good in the sun.

I saw Gil walking over. She'd heard Jaidee woofing at some birds, "Oh I was awake!"

We munched as the house woke up. Cho came out to swim as Jian arrived. I teased Gil about being glassy-eyed as Cho went by. We three laughing!, I made his coffee and some toast like he asked for. Jian grinning with a mouthful. Ting kissed us both on his way to teach an early class.

Amporn came over smiling! A hug and cheek kiss. She said dinner before dressing for dancing. `Crispy fish!' that took me aback as she said it in English! I jumped up to hug her, "I have been practicing with Kiet."

Gotta love that young man!

Standing on the terrace outside my office looking at Bangkok to the west it was shimmering in the heat. White cutoff sleeveless blouse and navy blue mini-skirt, white sandals all good for the temperature.

Alex knew I was going to Brasilia, Pietro had set me up to meet with a contact of his. We would get together near a house he owned on Peninsula Sul in southern Brasilia.

Kavat emailed all was ready for the departure tonight. Captain Kor and Mira would be aboard leading two crews for the long flight. The first 767 had been redone inside to create more cabins and eliminate the office and a space for Jaidee's dirtbox. New engines and fuel capacity, it had an 11,500 mile range now. We would fly direct across the Indian Ocean and cross Africa monitoring the fuel usage since it was new. Kavat arranged a possible re-fueling point at Luanda Quatro De Fevereio International if we needed it.

Loads of paperwork for London and one person to interview, Nu. He'd sent me a CV shortly after I left Vietnam. I paid for him to fly to Bangkok, Dusit did the arrangements. She ushered Nu into my office. He did a short pause seeing me come around the desk. I was showing a good deal of skin!

I laughed telling him I'd been more discreet meeting Mr. Tran.

He laughed too, "It was wise of you. You did look quite sophisticated in Dalat. Not that..."

I laughed again, "I get it! This is Okay, right?"

He was looking down but nodding.

"Hey Nu, I'm good with it. So don't worry."

A big smile.

We talked networking, working in a `for profit' environment, software, leaving Vietnam and family for long periods. He was smart and knew networks but if we hired him would he be Okay doing the job for us in Vietnam with the people he had been employed by?

His answer was good, he assured me knowing the system he would be able work from the outside to The Company's advantage. A pause, "I do not make enemies."

I liked that! I told about The Company, what would be expected of him, our diversity which was a new thing since a management change, the training and possible work load. He might report to me or Michael since his French was fluent.

I asked about how he would leave his current position, going to training in London, etc... He had parents in Da Nang, cousins but no wife or girlfriend now. He was twenty nine and footloose. Good. I hired him.

Huge smile and firm handshake. I did share with him that we'd done a background check on him, discreetly through several of our Security folks who had family in Vietnam.

He smiled, nodding, "I am fine with being `vetted' that is right, Yes?"

I said right and necessary. We were good. He would go home, talk with his parents and move into one of the apartments in building we owned here and work from Bangkok for now. Dusit would arrange travel to London, contact Andrea's office for training, etc... He'd be only a few hours travel from home.

Nu would off home in a few hours, I was glad he was on our team.

In a small black bikini in the sun with Gil. Still working though but the cold Newcastle and Amporn snacks surely made it seem easier. Cho shed his clothes for a Speedo and some laps. He'd been with several bank board's today. He'd laughing said I wouldn't be on those as he wouldn't wish it on anyone.

Andrea was looped in by Gil about Nu. Jian was going over things with Kwang and Dusit about my office as her departure date was near. They'd be Okay, both level-headed, smart and good workers! And best of all they didn't need to be baby-sat, self-starting!!

Dinner on the terrace with Amporn's promised crispy fish! Lots of veggies, rice and roti. I did lassi's so I could do something else at the Ball Room.

Before dancing we'd make a stop over to see Dad and Phailin so they could see our clothes.

Time to unveil the blue dress! The midnight blue Roland Mouret gown I'd bought at Harvey Nichols! A snowy white band around my bosom, strapless with an opening in the back that would show my tanned skin. The midnight blue dress down to my ankles, three light long petticoats under to give it volume and flounce. Black ankle strap heels and a black triangular bag with a gold clasp. The new necklace of concentric gold loops, very fine strands sloping into my décolletage. Big loop gold earrings. Cho's sapphire pair, ring and bracelet Lovely stones!! `Joy' on!

Cho dressing with me paused my dressing several times for kisses! He loved the dress.

He looked edible in silver gray dress pants, deep red cumber bun, white tuxedo jacket cut to show his taut physique and a matching red bow tie over a brilliant white shirt with silver studs and cufflinks! Oh shit YES!

Ting in a black tuxedo with silver gray accessories! Very handsome! Jian in a red dress to her ankles, narrow white shoulder straps and white strap heels, a cute white bag with a curved gold handle. She had her hair up, killer looks!

Gil joined us. I lent her my white halter dress with gold piping, the hem gathered up on the left to a subtle gold flower and a nice thigh revealing slit. She had white stockings and a borrowed garter belt. I also lent her the gold spike shoes that have the lightning bolt heel. Everything fit well. She was a bit shorter but the hem was good.

PJ, Rande looked very stylish in their tuxedos and Ansara had a shimmering white dress, close to her body then flared out below her waist almost to her knees, slits part the way up the thigh, white stockings and shoes. Very NICE!

We stopped to see Dad. He was sitting in the garden, we all trooped down to line up for him. Phailin had my hand smiling, "Fay, it is perfect for you!"

Dad stood up to kiss the girls and shake hands with the men. He was doing very well. His surgeon had been by for a checkup, the wound healing cleanly!

We were chased off with "Go enjoy your dancing!"

We pulled up in front of the Ball Room, Rande and PJ out first, then Ansara. The five of us piled out right through the door held open by the door man. Across the entryway, up the stairs. Cho and I leading we swung down the walkway to our table. It was now disconnected from the rest by a barrier of silver stanchions with a red velvet robe.

I tossed my bag on the table as Cho pulled me into a waltz which just started! Heaven! In Cho's strong arms, his talented feet led me along I floated!

I felt fabulous! My dress billowed as I hoped as we moved across the floor. Cho's hands guiding, his dark eyes flashing with pleasure, "Fay this is right!"

Oh Yes! Turning turning turning we swept around the room eyes only for each other. Cho leading knowing how to maneuver us by instinct we neared the bandstand. The leader looked our way as Cho made a swirling motion with his hand. I got it! Another waltz!

A Viennese one! Again we toured the room this time smiling at people around us, noticing something besides ourselves this time. Rak and Anong had arrived. Ting and Jian talking on the side with someone, it was Malai and her husband!

I got Cho to steer us over there. The music ended with us a few steps away. Malai looked up, big eyes, her hands on her cheeks, "Fay, that is a marvelous dress!"

Hugs and kisses. Her husband took my hand, "Miss Martin may I have a dance thus evening?"

I bowed, "It would be a pleasure Sir!"

We laughed. It was nice to see them, first time since the big BBQ!

We slipped along to the table, the call for Tatinger's had produced a sweating silver bucket on its stand waiting to be emptied. We toasted each other! HHHHHMMMMMM Bubbles tickling my nose. Lovely!

Rak and Anong had joined us. More hugging and kissing. Rak kidding me a bit more about taking all his women now that Anong would be Jian's number two at the Chanthira Foundation.

"What it means is you have good taste in women but so do I!"

Cho laughing, "Rak, Fay is only borrowing Anong you get her back at night."

More laughing, more champagne, more dancing! Cho leading me out for a polka! We romped around the floor enjoying ourselves tremendously. Ting went by with Gil, huge smile from her!

Cho stopped us at a table of four, they looked prosperous in their seventies. The ladies were sisters, friends of Cho's mother, I was intro'd as his fiancé. They were intrigued by me since they hadn't heard anything about Cho getting married.

I sat with them as Cho talked with their husbands. I gave them a Fay mini-bio & a precis of our plans. They asked questions and I tried to give answers. More surprises for them to find we'd been a couple for over a year. I told them I was flying to Brazil after dancing for business.

An even bigger surprise was I was General Keren's adopted daughter. My connection to Cho had set me on a pedestal but a link to the Keren's, an old Thai Power Family, gave me a gloss. I'd never thought of it like that, we were just family.

Cho rescued me! A foxtrot tune! I was led gracefully towards a champagne glass at our table. Cho grinning, "Those two annoyed my Mother! They seemed never to have anything to do but sit around and babble. AND they wanted her to do the same which was impossible. She could take them only in small doses."

Tatinger, some chocolates and strawberries! Cho's kisses, hugs from everyone! A breather!

I saw our protectors sitting or standing, watching, it was a lot of room and people! Smiling too!

Malai's husband took me out for a waltz. I liked dancing with him, he was a good partner. Leading with grace, so smooth. It was fun. I got my hand kissed and a hug. A hug for Malai!

Cho partnered Malai, more sedately than with me.

Cho sent a note to the band leader. He asked for several waltz's in a row!

YES! Sweeping around the room with Cho, my dark blue dress flowed around me as his strong arms guided us! I felt like a bird on the wing, I wanted it to last. No trip to Brazil, no work, just Cho holding me on a dance floor.

But no! I had to go, I was a good trooper. At home I changed out of that gorgeous dress! It had been so magical just the way I hoped when I saw the dress at Harvey Nicholls.

Now in skinny black jeans, black cutoff top and the Seattle black cutoff hoodie and ankle boots kissing Cho on the dock as the blades spun above us. He handed me in to PJ after Gil. Ansara smiling in the corner.

Whoosh we were away, spinning around to go up river in the darkness with the splash of city lights below.

Captain Kor had the Cho-Fay Air 767, the first one, ready to go. Mira welcomed us aboard with Soka and Ban. I was intro'd to Lis and Tan, they were new cabin staff going on their first flight with us! They weren't married but a couple.

Nineteen hours to go! Ten thousand miles! This would be a great test of all the new equipment on board.

I decided to sleep! Poo! No Cho, no Jaidee! I had a book, you know paper! It was copy of Neuromancer by William Gibson. I'd read it before but it was a book I usually read every two years or so. I loved finding some new small detail that hadn't grabbed me before. Certainly not a soporific.

iPhone alarumed me in eight hours! A good sleep. Jeans and cutoff top again I was clean and hungry! I headed towards the espresso machine, dialed me in and push. A plate of salapaos and rose apple. I parked with the iPad to do the news and email.

Eric was updated about the trip, Pietro had setup a meeting, somewhat clandestine, with a fellow who had info we needed. Alex was in Rio dodging the Romeo character so he'd be a bit anxious I hoped.

I called Carter to let him know I`d be arriving there in a few days from Brazil. He replied right away that it would very nice to see me. I emailed Roslyn that I would make a short stop there after Harcourt House. I'd have to wait for a reply, early.

Gil came out looking very sexy, slender cute in leggings and a crop top. Lis and Tan were in the kitchen now so she got some help for food!

I went forward and ask Mira if I could enter the cockpit. I was buzzed in. I asked about the performance and fuel burn. The engines when at cruise were eating less fuel then predicted! Good! We had maintained good speed and were halfway now. With rate of burn we could see maybe 12,000 miles in this configuration. Yes almost half the earth. She leaned over to do a fist bump with me!!

I did phone calls and email all day as we flew steadily on. Soka with Ban did a very nice curry soup with fish balls for lunch with warm roti and plates of cut fruit. Looking around at my flight mates, smiling as we chowed down. Dinner was a spicy shrimp stir-fry with red pepper, broccoli, carrots and onion with pineapple! Red chiles but lots of pineapple juice in sauce cooled those. Vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup and nuts!!!

I did some walking and stretching and some aerobic exercises. Gil was with me. PJ must have done a hundred pushups, one-arm and two, Ansara had her yoga mat out to do some great looking moves.

Captain Kor had dinner with us then took over up front as we crossed the South Atlantic before our passage over the Brazilian coast. Darkness falling fast he gave us notice we were on approach to Presidente Kubistschek International in Brasilia.

Strapped in we came in lined up on runway11R, wheels down and off to the left. We taxied around the main terminal to a parking area just west of it. Customs had been alerted and were ready as the stairs came up. All good.

Kavat had prepared all the services we'd need and we were hooked up right away. Mira and Kor met with me to review the flight with all the new bits. We'd used less fuel than anticipated giving us a theoretical twelve thousand mile range! Yes!

Tonight onboard, tomorrow morning we'd meet Pietro. I called him, we were in town and would be at his at ten o'clock. Pietro said we'd cross the lake to a club on a boat of his for the meeting. He suggested sportswear as part of the cover! I was good.

Another night without Cho! Shit I missed being close!

The morning was bright, full sun. A black string bikini under black short shorts and a white crop top. Black and white checked Van's slip-ons.

The car was here. Down the stairs with PJ and Gil. We got on a curving road that branched eastward, a divided road with a nice tree lined median. A loop to the right and off on Shis QL 12. Pietro's house was near the end to the left. We were let through the gate by two fellows and parked near the garage. Pietro came out to greet us. A hug and intro's. We went into a tall foyer that had lovely tile and on to the back. A wide terrace overlooking a rectangular pool and the lake beyond.

Pietro said we'd walk down to a powerboat. Me and mine, he and his PA Muti and a bodyguard. Muti a slender handsome fellow, tanned and gorgeous. Pietro was my height with a big chest and athletic legs. Dark tan and white hair. He didn't seem old enough for that.

I asked about the bathing suit thing which he said would be best for the boat trip and sitting at the club terrace.

I laughed as he made a show of biting his knuckles as my bikini bod was unveiled. We all had a good laugh. Gil was also graced with the gesture by Muti. I hugged those two men. Pietro slipped his arm around Muti, a nice kiss. I had figured they were a couple but under the radar, ten years together.

I had Pietro's hand as we walked down the dock to a thirty foot boat, awning over the back but built for speed. Muti took the wheel. We crossed the lake to Club Navale, Pietro was a member.

Up from the dock there was a kiddie pool to the left, we headed towards the big Olympic sized one. Two tables at the far eastern end. We didn't wait long before a slender dark skinned man approached. Muti got up to greet him to reassure our bodyguards.

Alain was Franco-Brazilian, good looks marred by a scar on his left cheek. My sunglass covered eyes saw him give me an appraising gaze. Pietro gave me his bonafides as an old friend who had been in military intelligence work.

The three of us sat under the umbrella, fruit juice for me stronger for them. Food ordered then talk.

Romeo was the subject. Alain had info on his dealings going many years back. Three manila envelopes were passed over to me then to Gil. Alain said Romeo had very close contact with the President and her top advisors so he wasn't lying about that. Whether they would support any effort to `lock' us out of contracts was unknown.

Alain and Pietro said to read the docs then decide but they both pointed out Romeo was being investigated as part of a bribery and more scheme which the President was involved in. The inquiry was undermining her government's position and she could be impeached and removed.

My first question was on the process and possible success. Pietro said the inquiry could be concluded in a month or more and then votes in the congress . She could be gone soon after the Olympics have finished so as not to make a mess.

Then the contracts we are bidding for might be under consideration during the process? Yes!

"We must eliminate the problem of Romeo soon. I will read the docs today and confer with The Company MD and Cho."

The food had arrived and been eaten during all this. Alain said he would go but I could contact him via Pietro if I had questions. I thanked him for the info and advice. He bowed over my hand.

Pietro leaned back, "Fay, he knows what he's talking about!"

I gave Pietro some info on The Company and Cho and I. We had removed our sunglasses during lunch, I could see an appraising look throughout my speaking about Cho and I. A smile at certain points, "Fay, you two seemed well matched. Cho and I have known each other for around fifteen tears. Not `close' but you probably have found out money talks to money regardless of politics."

I grinned with the thought of The Project!

We left then, Muti signed for everything. Their bodyguard leading Pj at the rear, Muti and Gil ahead of us. My arm through Pietro's, "Pietro, I'm going to squeeze Romeo."

He laughed, "You have the ammo I think. And please tell Cho he needs to come to visit with you! Maybe at Carnival time next year after all this Olympic mess is over!"

I agreed since I'd never attended a Carnival or Mardi Gras. On the boat ride back to Pietro's Gil called Alex to setup a meet with Romeo but not to tell him about me being there.

We sat on Pietro's terrace talking. Many things business and otherwise. Muti was funny, smiling, happy. It was obvious those two were deep into each other! I loved seeing other happy couples like Cho and I! Standing at the edge of the terrace, "So Pietro are you two going to get married?"

He had already made over to Muti a good amount of money and he was his heir but many people in Brazil still harboured doubts about gay men and marriage.

"We have a complex society. The machismo spirit is strong but we have had gay and transgendered men and women out and proud for a long time. In the business circles in which I move there is a barrier. You can... suck all the cock you want but do not talk about it."

I squeezed his arm and told him I was a transgender. He was shocked, looking at me, "Fay you cannot be serious? I would never have had a question. You are perfect!"

I laughed at that, "Well I'm not that but thank you. I'm totally transitioned and female to every government that matters."

Pietro asked if we could stay for dinner. I looked over to Gil. She grinned and nodded. She would call the aircraft and let them know. In a flash she waved at me the iPhone on her ear, with a thumbs up. Pietro was pleased.

Pietro and Muti were to be our cooks. Gil and I joined in to help. Lime and coriander prawn and potato kebabs, tomato rice salad, green salad with boiled eggs and parmesan cheese and a Kahlua chocolate flan. I chopped veggies, boiled eggs and made the dressing for the salad. Gil cut potato rounds, squeezed limes and chopped fresh coriander! Muti and Pietro did the rest. The flan was all Pietro.

On the terrace everyone dug in. I was back in shorts and top as the temperature had fallen when the clouds rolled in.

PJ smiling as he bit a prawn in half. My salad got a thumbs up from Pietro and a kiss from Muti. I could help them cook any time! In the dark with espresso and Amaretto! Yes! Pietro was let in on my love of that combo.

In the driveway, Gil got a call from Alex. The meeting with Romeo was set for tomorrow early afternoon. Pietro had said we should use an open place, he advised a restaurant nearby called Grand Cru. We could book outdoor tables. That had been passed to Romeo by Alex. Good!

Pietro knew the owner, he would book the entire patio, our bodyguards could secure it and he would add a few more of his team. Once Romeo was there he was going to stay until I decided we were done. Fist bumps!

Cho loved my mild cloak and dagger thing with Pietro. He knew PJ and Ansara were very good and would be close. I was snuggled in bed he was starting his day.

I gave him a precis of the docs from Alain. "Cho reading this it looks like the Presidente could be impeached. Lots of financial screwing around with the public's money but if we negotiate solid contracts they probably won't be undone by a new Presidente."

I hadn't asked Alain directly the info's source but he said it was from inside the investigation. Pietro vouched for Alain so he was good. I would start on Romeo from the point that we knew enough to ruin him and would share.

Of course it was a bluff. He may already know what they have on him. Or have seen the same docs. Or wonder if we have good stuff. A few quotes would dispel doubts about that.

Pietro was smiling as we arrived in the morning. He invited us over until the meeting. I brought clothes but displayed my bod in a white bikini this time. We lunched, sunned, talked. I called Cho. I mentioned asking Pietro and Muti to our wedding at Harcourt House, Cho was definitely in favor of it.

They were delighted with the idea. I gave them the info and Gil would keep them up to date.

Time for bearding the chiseler. A black suit, snug jacket cut to the waist, black sleeveless blouse under that and the skirt tight to my slender hips, narrow to a few inches above the knee with slits on each side to mid-thigh. Black stockings hung on a tiny garter belt, black ankle boots with the spike heel. Black leather bag. Gold on my wrists, neck and ears. Hair done beautifully, red lips and nails! Killer!

The patio was booked for us, several of Pietro's security sitting as diners. PJ and Ansara at the table beside Alex as he waited for Romeo. Pietro and I in the owners office.

Romeo was on time to join Alex. They had just started to talk as I made my entrance.

Alex got up Romeo forced to do the same. Alex introduced me as the Deputy Managing Director of The Company which Romeo didn't like. I could see he thinking about leaving but I sat which again forced him to follow. I was out of the way but PJ and Ansara and the others would have blocked him.

He was unhappy and I set about making it worse. I told him I would not pay him anything and quoted from memory a few items from the dossiers I'd been given by Alain. Romeo appeared nauseated. I pointed to the water on the table. As he grabbed the glass I could hear chairs being moved which meant PJ and Ansara had set themselves to move if necessary.

I mentioned his relationship with a certain government minister which got me a wild-eyed look. I raised my hand with a finger up in the air, pause..."Romeo, I know a good deal about your business you know nothing about ours. I won't pay you or anyone! I will play rough if you want but you have more to lose! I'll not get some business from the government not a big thing to me. You know what it will cost you!"

He looked like I'd beaten him. Bullies and cheats don't do well when called out.

"My suggestion for you is to forget you ever met me, wipe your memory of The Company. We will do nothing with what we know unless you give me cause to change my mind! Best you leave quietly now. Disappear from my radar."

I made a motion of dismissal which he immediately took and left. Not running but close. It hadn't taken even thirty minutes.

Alex had a smile, "Fay it was perfect! You played it right! The first person made it personal! Devastating!"

He looked at me, "Was what you said to him really true?"

I told him about the docs given to me. Pietro came in with his security boss, "Once out of the building he ran to his car and zoom!"

He was laughing, "What is the word..." fingers snapped, "...skedaddled! Is that right?"

I said Yes! I intro'd Alex, Pietro shook his hand, "You were very cool sitting there."

Pietro called for the owner. He ordered some wine and other drinks. We sat for a while reviewing and enjoying the moment.

At Pietro's we said our goodbyes. Gil hugged Muti, "I will be back to you about Harcourt House."

I thanked Pietro's security team and got a big hug from the man himself.

Gil had alerted Kor and Mira so they were ready to depart when we came up the stairs. I changed as they did their thing and got some water before buckling in. Taxied off and were in the air quickly. Ten hours to Chalgrove. We'd there before sunrise.

I'd texted a pic of me after the meeting to Cho so he could see my outfit. I got a reply once we were airborne. A big WOW! He loved the way I played it. Eric did too. We didn't expect to ever hear from Romeo again.

Cho in my ear as I curled up in the bed there was a background hum. He said he was in a car in traffic. We chatted about many things, houses, weddings! Alia and Cassandra were doing everything! They had Security and the house staffs in close so it all would be done right.

Jaidee missed me, his new trainer was doing well starting on hand signals now that he was old enough to grasp them. Nothing too hard but we would build on it.

The Project investors all knew we had neared the goal and then William would buy the last block of voting shares from his friend. We agreed since the buying scheme had worked so well even too well we would sit on it for a few months. It would go quiet, no action would lull the target although they didn't seem to be very worried about the activity in their stock. They were interested but not thinking there'd be a bid for control since buyers appeared to be so widely scattered and diverse. Good for us!!

Sleep! I slipped in quickly after hearing my love say how much I was loved and admired. Wow! Could a girl ask for more?

Sipping coffee as we crossed the coast above Plymouth. Salapaos inside with fruit! Gil grinning over her cup I'd told her we ride first thing. It was still dark as we closed in on Chalgrove.

I was in black! A cute pleated mini-skirt with black tights under. A black crop t-shirt under a big checked black and red cotton shirt and a black leather motorcycle jacket. Black ankle boots with big wooden heels and black gloves ready! Silver jewelry. The heavy silver chain around my waist, I liked the feel of it there.

On Approach, strapped in thinking about Pamela being surprised to hear my voice in a few minutes.

An easy landing, soft then the big brakes taking over! Another jet parked near where our hanger was being built. It was a white Gulfstream as we turned to stop I saw the markings, a Cho-Fay Air plane!

What was going on? The stairs were wheeled to the side of the 767. On the top step I looked down at the crew who rolled it over ...