Chapter 17

Three months later summer was in full swing. Chrissy and I were seeing each other on a regular basis but we had not yet made it a point to be out on the town. No one really knew we were together except for her parents who never told anyone thus far. To their credit, her parents had treated me well and was always glad when I came over.

Chrissy had made an amazing transformation and her new body was to die for. It was easy to see that she was proud of her effort and new look. Our sex life was great and Chrissy had gained the ability to cum three or four times during one encounter. We were having dinner with her parents on a Sunday in late June when her father brought up a party that they would be hosting.

“Chris, every year we host a large Fourth of July party in the backyard with a cookout and swimming. Of course, we expect you to be there but since it is a large event it will probably blow your cover, if you know what I mean.” Bill Haynes commented.

“It doesn’t matter to me, I just don’t want to cause any problems for Chrissy.” I replied.

“What problems could it cause Chrissy?” he asked.

“With Mark and that group. They all joined the gym and still show up just to see what’s going on.” I stated.

“I did not know that...” he stated, concerned.

“Sir, one day if they don’t stop things will get bad ... I have pretty much had it with them. There is no doubt in my mind that Leo Klein is the one who hit me that night in the parking lot. One day it’s going to get ugly.” I admitted.

Before you knew it, it was time for the Fourth of July party at the Haynes’ house. Everything was catered and the pool was huge. A disc jockey would play music and a small oak dance floor was assembled on the side of the huge patio. The party started for noon and went on until the last guest left. I arrived about ten in the morning to help Chrissy’s parents prepare for the party. After about an hour everything was done, and all the party needed were the guests.

The first guests arrived about twelve-thirty and from then on it was a steady stream. I was introduced to Chrissy’s aunts, uncles, and cousins. Most of them seemed to be nice people but I did get “the look” from a few of them. The look was a term used by bodybuilders to describe a way someone looks at you differently. The look meant that they thought you were conceited and all you did was spend all your time in the gym posing in mirrors. I was used to it, so it didn’t bother me, but I did notice Chrissy get it several times.

It was around one thirty or so when the party took a dramatic turn so to speak. I never gave it a thought and I guess neither did Chrissy. But sure, enough out of the door walked Cody holding hands with Lexie. Along with them was an older couple who I guessed were probably Cody’s parents. Since Chrissy and I were seated at a table to the far left neither of them had seen us.

“Holy fuck. They never come ... why this year.” Chrissy blurted.

“No big deal, Chrissy. I haven’t talked to Lexie in five months.” I stated.

They walked around a bit and greeted several people when they finally turned in our direction. The look on Lexie’s face was priceless. She immediately pulled her hand from his and leaned over and told him something. At that point though, they were trapped, they had to come over.

“Hey Cody, hey Lexie ... Glad you guys could make it.” Chrissy said, standing up.

I’m pretty sure Lexie was dumbfounded, and Cody could not stop eyeing Chrissy up. Finally, Lexie leaned over and said hi to me kissing me quickly on the cheek. The silence was deafening for a few seconds before Lexie spoke up.

“Uh, so you two are dating or something?” she stuttered.

“Yes, for a couple of months now I guess.” Chrissy replied.

“Oh, I had no idea.” Lexie responded.

“No one does really. With everything that has happened to Chris with that group ... Well, we just kept it low key.” Chrissy answered.

Lexie and Chrissy talked for a few more minutes then the two of them went to the table to get something to eat. Chrissy sat back down and leaned over to me.

“Well, that was fucking awkward.” she giggled.

“Yes, it was painful to watch. And oh, by the way. Your cousin still wants to feel you up.” I laughed.

“Yea, I did notice him staring a bit. But you’re the only one gets to feel me up.” she winked, smiling.

As if by a bad script that somehow never changes about thirty minutes later Mark Boudreaux and his parents showed in the rear yard. At this point there was absolutely no doubt this was going to be a shit show. Of course, with Chrissy and Mark dating for a decade it should not have been a surprise that they show up. From that point on the entire day became very awkward to say the least. It felt that everyone eyes were on Chrissy and I no matter what we did.

At around four o’clock in the evening Chrissy decided that we make our pool debut. She went inside to change into her new suit that she had just bought. She emerged about twenty minutes later in a white lace bikini with a lace cover up. Every male in the backyard including her father watched her walk poolside. Chrissy’s long months in the gym had paid off and she knew it. She pulled over her cover-up revealing her lace bikini then stepped down into the pool. From that point on, Chrissy was the center of attention.

I went into the pool for a while then got out and dressed. This allowed Mark to get in the pool and try to talk to Chrissy. I guess it was somewhere around seven o’clock when Lexie walked over and asked if she could sit down for a while. Cody was in the pool ogling over Chrissy which he did most times.

“Hey Chris, you did a great job with her ... She looks fantastic.” Lexie commented.

“She did it all herself Lexie, she works very hard.” I replied.

“Seeing you again after all this time is hard. Brings my emotions back that I had for you. I’m sorry about how things turned out.” Lexie admitted.

“Lex, are you happy?” I asked, softly.

“I’m not really sure...” she answered, looking down at her hands.

“Lexie, this is really none of my business but after ten years on and off again, you should be sure. I think you might know the answer but just can’t admit to yourself. Lexie, I adored you ... in fact probably still do. I lay awake at nights and think about you sometimes. There’s a big hole in the center of my chest and I’m not sure it will ever heal. But that’s life and you must move on.” I admitted.

“Chris, I’m so sorry ... I didn’t mean to hurt you intentionally.” Lexie answered, with tears in her eyes.

“I know you didn’t Lexie, it’s ok.” I replied, putting my hand over hers.

Lexie got up and went back to the table she had been sitting at while Cody kept following Chrissy around the pool. I could not figure guys out sometimes. Never satisfied with what they have always need new and exciting. And this scumbag was after his cousin.

About an hour later, I had lost track of Chrissy, so I walked over to her parents’ table and asked if they had seen her.

“Yes sweetheart, she just went upstairs to change, I think. You know where her room is.” Maggie Haynes advised.

I went inside through the family room and over to the stairs leading to the second floor. I climbed the stairs slowly and made a right at the top of the stairs. I had been in Chrissy’s room several times, so it was not a first. As I got to the end of the hallway Chrissy’s door was ajar, but the light was off. I figured she had gone back downstairs and started to turn when I heard a noise come from her room. I slowly walked forward and looked in the space where the door was ajar. I instantly became sick to my stomach. Chrissy was sitting on her bed with Mark, and they were kissing passionately. I don’t know what came over me, but I pushed the door completely open.

“You have to be kidding me?” I screamed.

“Oh shit ... Chris this isn’t what it looks like.” Chrissy stated, shocked.

I moved quickly across the room and grabbed Mark Boudreaux by the shirt and lifted him up. I threw him to the ground and got over him raising my right hand to hit him when Chrissy grabbed my arm.

“No Chris ... don’t you dare hit him.” Chrissy screamed.

“Chrissy let me go ... it is time I put this to rest. I’m going to kill this motherfucker.” I growled loudly.

Chrissy then wrapped her left arm around my neck in an attempt to pull me off of Mark. I could have thrown Chrissy off me at any time, but I did not want to hurt her. I reach up and pushed her arm off my neck, but her nails raked across my cheek on the left side. By that time, I realized that several people were in the room. Then I heard Bill Haynes voice behind me and a much stronger set of arms pulling on me. I let go of Mark and stood up keeping my eyes on Mark.

“Chris, what the hell is going on here.” Bill shouted.

“I came up here and found them two kissing each other on the bed.” I replied, calmly.

“Chrissy, please tell me that is not true ... Please tell me Chris misunderstood what the two of you were doing.” Bill pleaded.

Chrissy said nothing but just hung her head and looked at the floor. Someone flipped the light switch on as I turned, I saw it was Maggie, Chrissy’s mom. I was pretty sure she had heard everything because there was a look of dismay on her face. Then Mark’s dad wedged his way in the door and approached me.

“It’s time I dealt with you...” he said loudly.

“Sir, no offense but back up or you will get seriously hurt.” I calmly answered.

“You think so.” he growled.

“I know so, sir.” I replied.

I reached up to my left cheek and wiped it coming away with a handful of blood. I looked over at Chrissy and literally had no idea what to even say. So, I said the only thing I could say.

“Goodbye Chrissy.’, I stated and turned away from her.

“Mr. and Mrs. Haynes, thank you for having me.” I said as I pushed past Mark’s dad.

“Oh Chris, wait ... please. Let’s talk this out.” Maggie pleaded.

I went down the hallway and got down the stairs quickly and ran into Lexie at the bottom of the stairs. She had a look of fear in her eyes.

“Oh my God Chris, what happened?” she asked, reaching up to my cheek.

“Apparently, I just got dumped again.’, I stated, moving past her and out of the front door.

I quickly got into my car and pulled out of the driveway. As I started down the street Bill Haynes came out of the door and watched me drive down the street. Just about the same time my cell phone rang. I reached over and turned it off and tossed it back on the seat. I drove straight home, locked up and went to bed. As I laid there, I was not sure if I was angry or hurt. Honestly, for some reason it did not affect me the way it did when Lexie called it off.

I was having a very difficult time understanding women. They complained about past relationships but somehow always strive to go back to them. Both Cody and Mark treated women like shit, but Lexie and Chrissy couldn’t get enough of them. I decided then and there to take a break from women and concentrate on me. I took Sunday off, left the phone turned off and just hung around the house all day.

I made up my mind to change my workout time back to early in the morning. That way, I could workout then teach my classes and be out before everyone got off work. I would not have to see the crew or Chrissy daily. Three days into my new routine everything was going well, and I had not seen or spoken to anyone about the party and what happened. During a break between classes, I turned my phone back on and saw that I had received thirty-four calls. Eight from Chrissy, ten from Lexie, several from Chrissy’s parents and a few numbers I did not recognize. I deleted all the calls and put the phone in my bag. Thankfully the scratches on my face had started to heal but they were deep.

About a month later I received a call from Lynda, my mother’s sister. Apparently, her on and off again husband Jack had finally run off with another woman. She had been alone now for about six months and was taking a vacation. She asked if it would be ok if she stopped in for a few days. I told her that would be great, and I looked forward to seeing her.

Two weeks later, I was standing at the terminal waiting for Lynda to come up the ramp. She was halfway to me before I even recognized her. She had probably lost twenty pounds or so and her hair was now strawberry blonds. She walked up to me and hugged me then kissed me softly on the lips.

We went down to baggage, and I retrieved her suitcase then we made our way to my car. On the ride home, I brought her up to date on everything that had happened with Lexie and Chrissy. We went straight to my house and Lynda got settled in. Since she was a bit tired from the trip, I ordered some sandwiches and fries from the deli down the street. I drove down and picked the order up and was back just as Lynda was getting out of the shower. We sat in the kitchen and ate, cleaned up then I went to take a shower. When I got out, Lynda was in the living room watching something on the television. Lynda was so like my mom it was scary. They like the same things; both were beautiful and not a drop of self-consciousness in either of them. Lynda was sitting on the sofa in a white t-shirt and black laced panties underneath. I walked through the room and grabbed a glass of iced tea from the kitchen. I walked back into the living room and sat at the other end of the sofa.