Chapter 2: Building Tension
As Jennifer entered Ethan's office she nodded in approval. "so, looks like you got that promotion to department head after Dr. Stanfield left mid semester."
"I admit having and office bigger than a shoe box is a nice perk...Jennifer I appreciate you being willing to assist me today. I want you to know that I've decided to allow you to retest even if you change your mind about my research project. just being willing is enough to get you off the hook you don't have to actually go through with it."
Ethan said, as Jennifer took a seat in the chair located near his desk.
Jennifer looked at him hesitantly, "Well, what is this research you need help with? I'm not exactly an expert in many academic fields."
Ethan chuckled slightly and leaned forward in his seat to rest his arms on the table. "Its nothing too complicated, trust me. I basically just need a woman's input on something. Considering your gender and youth, I figured you would be a perfect fit."
Jennifer looked at him skeptically.
"I'm listening," she said.
Ethan cleared his throat. "Well, as you know I am married. And lately, my sex life with my wife has been...lacking to put it lightly. We used to be intimate a lot, but now it seems like it's just been a long time since we last had sex. It's starting to put a strain on our relationship, and I'm not sure what to do."
Jennifer raised an eyebrow at him. "How am I supposed to help you with you and your wife's sex life?" Jennifer asked with a mix of confusion and surprise.
"Well, that's the thing," Ethan explained, "I want to know if I'm just a bad lover or if it's something else. I understand that's what each woman likes is a bit different, but Jen I'm at wits end. I need to know if I'm just a bad lover."
Jennifer considered his request, her mind racing with the potential implications. She knew she shouldn't get involved in her professor's personal life, but there was something about the vulnerability in his voice that drew her in.
"ok...well I am willing to help you...but I want to know what you expect of me."
she said.
Ethan looked taken aback. "Well, I just want your honest opinion of my love-making skills. I know that might be a bit awkward for you, and I understand if you don't want to, but I trust your opinion."
Jennifer thought for a moment, then nodded. "Alright, I'll help you. But I have some conditions."
"Anything," Ethan said earnestly.
"First, this has to be kept completely confidential between us. I don't want anyone knowing about this."
Ethan nodded in agreement.
"Of course, Jennifer. I wouldn't dream of telling anyone about this. I'm grateful for your help and I want to make sure you feel comfortable and safe during this process."
Jennifer smiled, relieved that Ethan was taking her concerns seriously. "Thank you, Dr. Thompson. I really appreciate it. My second condition is that we do this in a professional setting, like here in your office. And third, I'll need your total honesty. this isn't just casual sex, I'm here to help you in your marriage. I'll need to know some things about you're sex life you may not be comfortable sharing."
Jennifer said curiously. He nodded and took a deep breath. "Okay, so here it goes. My wife and I used to have a very active sex life. We were inseparable in bed, always experimenting, always trying new things. But over the past couple of years, it's just... dwindled. I thought it was just a normal part of our relationship, but recently I've started to wonder if I'm lacking in some way."
"Have you spoken to your wife about this?" Jennifer asked, genuinely concerned.
"Yes, I've tried, multiple times. But she always brushes me off, says she's too tired or not in the mood. I don't want to pressure her, but I can't shake the feeling that something is wrong. And that's why I need your help, Jennifer. I trust you, and I need someone to tell me if I'm just being paranoid or if there's a real problem."
Jennifer thought for a moment before responding. "Okay, I understand your concerns. And I'm willing to help you find some answers. we'll need to establish a baseline. obvoiusly sex can be better or worse based on a number of factor. obviously your first time with a new partner can be exciting or make you nervous so we'll need to do this a few times to get a better idea of how you preform on average. also, we'll need to limit activities to things that your wife is comfortable with. for instance, is you wife into butt play?"
Dr. thompson shook his head, "even when we where more active that was a big no no."
"that's a shame. I personally love anal but I guess that's off the table. do you use condoms?"
"not since we got married. she opted to go in birth control though since we haven't made love in so long I doubt she is still on it."
"I can understand that. raw sex does tent to be a lot more exciting. personally the risk gets me off but this isn't about me. birth control can make a difference as it affects hormone levels that can impact a lot of things. you'll need to find out if she is still on it. also I think we'll have to skip the condoms since you too don't use them. it will be up to you to pull out. I don't want this to result in a pregnancy." Jennifer said sternly.
"understandable and that's ok. I'm not new to pulling out and I'll make sure you know when it's time so you and help. And on that topic, are you clean? " Ethan asked,
Jennifer nodded. "yes, I've been tested recently. you?"
"yes, of course. I've never slept around, but it's been a while since I've been tested."
"Good, so...we've kept this academic up to this point but I have to admit, this is getting me pretty hot. you have you're homework finding out about you're wife's birth control and you can send me a text when you find out and I'll match her method. but before I go...would you mind letting me see what you working with?" Jennifer said.
She stood up from the chair and walked over to where Dr. Thompson was sitting. She then proceeded to lift up her shirt, revealing a flat stomach and black lace lingerie.
Dr. Thompson's eyes widened as he took in Jennifer's figure. He had to admit, she was stunning. She had a slim waistline, curvy hips, and a small but perky chest. He felt his heart begin to race as he looked at her body.
Jennifer then unclasped her bra, letting it fall down to the floor.
Ethan couldn't help but stare as she stood there in only her lace underwear. He felt a stirring in his pants as he took in every inch of her.
"I take it you approve?" Jennifer said, a faint blush spreading across her cheeks.
"Yes, I-I mean absolutely," Ethan stuttered, trying to regain his composure. "You're beautiful, Jennifer. I just didn't expect this."
Jennifer smiled. "well, assuming everything is working as expected that should get you ready to show me what your packing.
don't be shy. I promise, I've seen it all before." Jennifer said as she moved closer to Ethan's desk.
Dr. Thompson hesitated for a moment, then stood up from his chair. He reached down and unbuttoned his pants, letting them fall to the floor. He then slowly pulled down his boxers, revealing a growing erection.
Jennifer's eyes widened as she took in Ethan's body. He was tall and lean, with a muscular build and just the right amount of hair on his chest. "well," she swallowed, "that is certainly not the source of your problem. Size isn't everything but it helps. I did expect this but I'm excited to see how you use it...I guess since the first time isn't necessarily representative of the average...we could get the first time out of the way now if you like."
Dr. Thompson smiled at the effect his body had on her. "why Jennifer, are you actually getting aroused? I thought this was academic for you."
"Please. Arousal is necessary for the process...It was just easier to achieve than expected. Now, I assume you wife needs some foreplay."
"I always thought girls where into that as well but cat tends to want to get straight to business." Ethan said moving closer to Jennifer.
"well, shit. I like what I see but I kinda wanted you to eat me out first... Fine straight to business."