Chapter 1: Sexual Consulting
Miriam adjusted her glasses, her fingers brushing against the cold metal frame as she settled into the plush leather chair across from Dr. Schmidt. The room was bathed in a soft, warm light, the walls adorned with diplomas and abstract art that seemed to dance at the edges of her vision. She took a deep breath, the scent of sandalwood and old books filling her nostrils.
"So, Miriam," Dr. Schmidt began, his voice a smooth, comforting baritone, "you're here because you're having some... difficulties in your long-distance relationship with your partner Frederik?"
Miriam nodded, her ponytail bouncing slightly.
"Yeah, that's right. It's just... hard, you know? The distance, the time difference, it's taking a toll on us. Especially our..." she paused, her cheeks flushing slightly, "our physical relationship."
Dr. Schmidt leaned back in his chair, his eyes thoughtful behind his round, wire-framed glasses. "I see. Long-distance relationships can indeed be challenging, especially when it comes to intimacy. But let's not beat around the bush, Miriam. We're adults here, and we're talking about sex, right?"
Miriam chuckled, appreciating his directness. "Right.
Sex," Miriam echoed, her voice steady despite the heat that had crept into her cheeks. "And I'm not afraid to talk about it. I mean, I'm a medical student, I've seen my fair share of... well, you know." She gestured vaguely, a small smile playing on her lips.
Dr. Schmidt smiled back, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Dicks you mean?"
Dr. Schmidt interjected, his tone casual, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "You've seen plenty of those, I presume?"
Miriam laughed, a sound that filled the room and eased the tension in her shoulders. "Yeah, I suppose I have. But it's different at work of course."
Dr. Schmidt nodded, his expression turning serious. " What are the specific challenges you're facing in your long-distance sex life?" Dr. Schmidt asked, his pen poised over a notepad, his gaze steady and non-judgmental.
Miriam took a moment to gather her thoughts, her fingers intertwining in her lap. "Well, it's not like we don't try. We do. We have our scheduled calls, we talk, we laugh... but when it comes to the physical stuff we are too far apart. We have sex one weekend in a month.
But it's just not enough. I mean, don't get me wrong, it's great when we do, but a month is a long time to wait," Miriam admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.
Dr. Schmidt nodded understandingly, his pen moving across the page, his handwriting neat and precise. And what about other forms of intimacy? Sexting, phone sex, those sorts of things?"
Miriam shifted in her seat, her cheeks flushing again. "We've tried it, yeah. But it's just not the same.
I mean, I can't exactly... touch him, you know? And he can't touch me. It's like we're both just doing our best to mimic the real thing, but it's like trying to taste a cake through a photograph." Miriam sighed, slumping back in her chair.
Dr. Schmidt chuckled, a warm sound that seemed to fill the room. "Well, Miriam, I appreciate your... unique way of putting things.
And I think you're right, sometimes the digital realm can feel a bit... two-dimensional when it comes to intimacy. But have you considered exploring other avenues? Expanding your horizons, so to speak?"
Miriam raised an eyebrow, her curiosity piqued. "What do you mean?"
Dr. Schmidt leaned forward, his expression thoughtful. "Well, have you ever thought about incorporating some fantasy into your long-distance relationship? Maybe trying out some new... activities?"
Miriam felt a blush spread across her cheeks, but she held Dr. Schmidt's gaze, her eyes sparkling with interest.
"I mean, I'm not suggesting you two become porn stars overnight, but there are plenty of ways to spice things up in a long-distance relationship. Have you ever heard of sexting with a twist?"
Miriam shook her head, her ponytail swaying gently. "Not really, no. What do you mean?" Miriam asked, her voice barely above a whisper, her pulse quickening at the thought of what Dr. Schmidt might suggest.
Miriam asked, her curiosity piqued despite the slight blush that had crept onto her cheeks.
Dr. Schmidt leaned back in his chair, his fingers steepled beneath his chin. "Well, Miriam, sexting can be more than just sending dirty pictures or messages. It can be a form of foreplay, a way to build anticipation and intimacy. But instead of just sending a text saying 'I want to fuck you,' you could, for example, describe a fantasy in detail.
Like , 'I'm imagining you're here with me right now, on your knees between my legs, your hands on my thighs, pulling my skirt up, revealing my soaked panties.' See what I mean?"
Miriam felt a jolt of electricity shoot through her at Dr. Schmidt's words, her breath hitching in her throat. She shifted in her seat, pressing her thighs together to ease the sudden ache.
"Yeah, I think I get it," Miriam managed to say, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside her.
Dr. Schmidt smiled, his eyes gleaming with something that looked suspiciously like amusement. "Good. Because I want you to try it. I want you to tell Frederik exactly what you want him to do to you, in vivid, explicit detail. And I want you to listen to him do the same to you."
"Good. Because here's the thing, Miriam. Sometimes, the best way to solve a problem is to confront it head-on. And in your case, that might mean getting a little... creative."
Miriam raised an eyebrow, her curiosity piqued despite the heat that had crept into her cheeks. "Creative, huh? And what exactly do you suggest, Doctor?" "Well, Miriam, have you ever considered exploring your fantasies? Really delving into them, I mean.
You're young, you're sexual, you're in love with Frederik, but you're also curious, adventurous and you haven´t got much experience. What about visiting a swingers club or maybe even an open relationship?
It could be a way to explore your fantasies while keeping Frederik in the loop, making your long-distance relationship even more exciting," Dr. Schmidt suggested, his voice calm and collected, as if he were discussing the weather instead of Miriam's sex life.
It's not about cheating, it's about exploring your fantasies, your desires, while keeping your relationship with Frederik intact and even strengthening it through open communication. Think of it as a way to bring some excitement and variety into your long-distance relationship," Dr. Schmidt explained, his voice steady and reassuring.
"It's all about consent, Miriam. You and Frederik set the boundaries, you decide what's acceptable and what's not. It's a way to keep the spark alive, to keep exploring each other and yourselves."
Miriam's mind raced, her heart pounding in her chest. She had never considered anything like this before, but the more Dr. Schmidt talked, the more the idea began to take root in her mind. She could feel a warmth spreading through her, a mixture of excitement and apprehension. "Fred is open minded 'I think he would like the idea."
"Well the definition of Monogamy is a invention of the human. The most primates live in Polygamy." Dr. Schmidt said
, nodding. " And that's why it's important to have those kinds of conversations with Frederik. To make sure you're both on the same page, so to speak. And who knows, maybe exploring your fantasies together will bring you closer than ever before."
Miriam nodded, her mind racing with all the possibilities. She couldn't believe she was actually considering this, but the more she thought about it, the more she realized it made sense.
"I think you're right, Dr. Schmidt," Miriam said, her voice a little shaky.
"I need to think about it, but... but you've given me a lot to consider. Thank you."
Dr. Schmidt smiled warmly. "Of course, Miriam. I'm here to help, and I want you to feel comfortable exploring all your options. Just remember, communication is key, and if you decide to pursue any of these ideas with Frederik, make sure to have open and honest conversations about it."
Miriam stood up, her heart still pounding in her chest. She couldn't quite believe what she was considering, but her mind was racing with possibilities.
She felt a thrill run through her body as she imagined the excitement and new experiences that awaited her and Frederik if they were to explore their fantasies.
As she stepped out of Dr. Schmidt's office into the cool Vienna air, she pulled out her phone and shot Frederik a quick text:
"Hey, can we talk tonight? I have something important to discuss."
He replied almost immediately: "Of course, love. Is everything okay?"
"Yeah, just need to talk to you about something," she wrote back, the anticipation building inside her.
Miriam spent the rest of the afternoon in a daze, her mind filled with all sorts of wicked scenarios and ideas. She couldn't stop thinking about what Dr. Schmidt had said, her pulse quickening every time she thought about exploring her fantasies with Frederik.
As she made her way through the bustling streets of Vienna to meet Anna for a drink, she couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. She had never been so bold before, but for some reason, the idea of open communication and exploration with Frederik was incredibly appealing.
By the time she reached the bar where she was supposed to meet Anna, her heart was pounding in her ears, her palms slick with nervous sweat. She took a deep breath and pushed open the heavy wooden door, scanning the dimly lit room for her friend.
Anna was already at their usual table, nursing a glass of white wine and grinning as Miriam approached. "Hey, girly! How are you and how did the therapy session go?"
Miriam chuckled, sinking into the plush seat next to her friend. "It was... not how I had expected."
Miriam replied enigmatically, signaling to the waiter for a strong cocktail.
"Oh really? Would you like to tell me about it I´m quite qurious." Anna urged, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
Miriam took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts. "Well, I went to see this famous psychiatrist, Dr. Schmidt, and we talked about my long-distance relationship with Fred and how it's affecting our sex life." Miriam paused for a moment, tracing the rim of her glass with her finger. "And he suggested
, Anna, that we... expand our horizons. Explore our fantasies, together."
Anna's eyes widened, her grin growing even wider. "Oh, really? And what kind of fantasies are we talking about here?"
Miriam felt her cheeks flush, but she held Anna's gaze, her voice steady. "Well, Dr. Schmidt suggested sexting with a twist, like really detailed, explicit descriptions of what we want to do to each other. But there's more...
' Miriam hedged, her eyes darting around the bustling bar before settling back on Anna. 'He also mentioned... open relationships. Swingers clubs. Things like that.'
Anna's eyebrows shot up, her grin fading into a look of surprise. 'Wow, Miriam. That's... that's quite a leap.'
'I know, right?' Miriam sighed, rubbing her hands. 'I mean, I never thought I'd even consider something like that. But Dr. Schmidt made some good points.
It's not like he was suggesting to go out and sleep with random people. Schmidt had said, his voice calm and reassuring. But think about it, Miriam. You're young, you're in love but you're curious. There's nothing wrong with that. And there's nothing wrong with wanting to explore your fantasies, as long as you're doing it safely and consensually."
Miriam took a sip of her cocktail, the liquid burning its way down her throat calming her nerves. "I mean, I guess that makes sense. But it's still a big step, you know?
I mean, I can't just go to Fred and say, 'Hey, honey, let's start sleeping with other people.' Miriam said, her voice barely above a whisper, her eyes searching Anna's for some sign of approval or understanding.
Anna reached across the table, her hand covering Miriam's and giving it a squeeze. "Hey, I get it. It's a big change, and it's totally normal to feel nervous about it. But you know what? You're one of the most confident, independent women I know.
"I mean, it's one thing to talk about it in theory, but actually doing it that's another thing entirely," Miriam admitted, her voice a bit shakey.
Anna leaned back in her chair, her eyes gleaming with amusement. "Well, Miriam, the only way to find out if it's something you really want is to talk to Fred about it. And you know what? I think he'll be open to it. You two have always been so honest with each other, so communicative. I think this could be an opportunity to bring your relationship to a whole new level."
Miriam took a deep breath, considering Anna's words.
Her friend was right; she and Frederik had always been open and honest with each other. They had built their relationship on trust and communication, and maybe, just maybe, exploring their fantasies together could strengthen that bond even further.
"I guess you're right," Miriam conceded, taking another sip of her cocktail. "I just... I don't want to mess things up. You know? Our relationship is already complicated enough with the distance."
Anna squeezed Miriam's hand again, her expression serious. "Hey, listen to me. You're not going to mess anything up.
In fact, I think this could be an incredible opportunity for you and Fred to grow together, to learn more about each other and maybe ignite your passion. You're right, distance can be tough, but it's also an opportunity. An opportunity to explore, to communicate, and to trust each other implicitly. And who knows? Maybe this is the key to making your long-distance relationship even stronger than before.
Miriam nodded, her friend's words resonating deeply within her. She knew Anna was right but on the other hand she still wasn´t sure how that would affect her relationship.
"But what if Fred doesn't like the idea? What if he thinks I'm trying to push him away or something?" Miriam asked, her voice barely above a whisper. "Then you listen to him, Miriam. You hear what he has to say and you validate his feelings. That's what being in a relationship is all about - communication and understanding," Anna replied, her voice firm yet gentle. "And who knows? Maybe he'll surprise you. Maybe he'll be just as excited about the idea as you are." Anna added and Miriam chuckled.
"You're right, Anna. I just need to talk to Fred and see what he thinks. I mean, it's not like I'm going to march into this without considering his feelings or thoughts."
"Exactly!" Anna exclaimed, raising her glass in a toast. "To open minds and open hearts!"
Miriam clinked glasses with her friend, feeling a renewed sense of determination. "To open minds and open hearts," she echoed, taking a sip of her drink.
"You're right, Anna. I just need to talk to Fred and see what he thinks. I mean, it's not like I'm going to march into this without considering his feelings or thoughts."
"Exactly!" Anna exclaimed, raising her glass in a toast. "To open minds and open hearts!"
Miriam clinked glasses with her friend, feeling a renewed sense of determination. "To open minds and open hearts," she echoed, taking a sip of her drink.