#ccsemberclub

She gives him a peck on the cheek

"Oh, just talking shop. A new bread chef, perhaps."

"Well, as long as he or she is not a 'loafer'" A smile from her

"Oh -Dearest-...." a groan.

"Side effect of the therapy" She assures him, but does look a wee bit apologetic

He chuckles; it was so bad, he's so proud of her....

"Now, how long should we let this party last?" She asks him

"However long you like, Dearest.... are you fatigued?"

"Actually I feel rather renewed, but let's not keep folks hostage. Two more hours and we're done?"

"Done." he lifts her hand and kisses her fingers.

She smiles, "Done" A wink, and lets the music start

the party flows, and is fun and delightful

William is not averse to a spin or two around the dance floor, a little schmoozing, the pouring of libations.....

oh a spin or two he will have

His eye glitters to see Callidora enjoying herself.

time passes fast when you're having fun

and soon, she's wishing e ach person gone with a kiss on the cheek or a hug, and has more than a few gifts "Not even my birthday"

"Well-deserved, nevertheless."

"Yes, and you have cigars, cognac, and a new dvd collection for old Masterpiece theatre shows. I think folks think you're a classy gent. You may have been type cast, dear"

Now that they are alone, he can chuckle about that. "I hope so, I truly hope so."

"mmm well, you're my gent AND my cad. Best of both worlds" She moves against him "How much energy do you have in you, darling?"

He wraps his arms around her "I'm afraid the quantity and quality do not match yours, Dearest, but I'm willing to do all that I can."

A snuggle

"Right here?" He kisses her "By the 'Fire?"

"Why not.. don't worry" A smile "I'll be gentle" And she presses him to a comfy spot near the fire

He is happily pressed, and a most welcoming spot for HER to rest on, if she chooses.

Indeed.... how very considerate

(Fade to NON Naked MOle rat togetherness)