Retired author meets a frisky young girl at the checkout at his local deli, who tells him she has a thing for older men. It's every older man's dream come true.
Duke Gerhardt had a problem - or, rather, the country he ruled had a problem - his solution was not politically correct, and shocked his advisers. If you're used to my writing, this one may shock you, too, so check the codes carefully. Some relate to later chapters. This is not romantic, though there is a little romance here or there.
Ellen and Adam have a fairly open relationship. In the first few parts of this story, Adam encourages Ellen to take part in an amateur stripping contest at a men's adult entertainment club. It involves some Lesbian sex, public exhibitionism and private teasing.