Callie had been driving since early morning and hoped to be halfway to her destination by dusk. Unfortunately, she'd run into a freak snowstorm and was forced to pull off to find shelter until morning, like thousands of other motorists. There were several motels located on the exit she took but none had vacancies. Callie thought about trying or the next exit but she knew she'd find the same results – no vacancies. Seeing a well-known truck stop, she decided to pull in, hoping the snowstorm would abate soon and she could be on her way.
When she walked into the restaurant area of the truck stop, she realized she was not the only one using it as a stopping point. The restaurant was packed, the waitresses scurrying around trying to make sure everyone was served. Spotting an empty booth, Callie made her way to it and sat down. Within minutes a waitress appeared with a glass of water and a menu.
“I don’t need a menu, thanks,” Callie said. “I will have a cheeseburger well done with lettuce and mayo, fries, and coffee.”
The waitress brought her a cup and a carafe of coffee. “We're swamped with the snowstorm so it may take a little bit.”
After the waitress left, Callie glanced around at the different customers, wondering what their stories were. The writer in her conjured up different scenarios and story ideas.
Just as her gaze had made it around the room to the entrance, she saw a man of about six-feet with a body that would make any woman wet her panties – including Callie, who was recently divorced and had sworn off men. His brown hair was cut short and spiked on top. Their eyes met and Callie felt her face getting red so she quickly looked down at her coffee cup.
“Excuse me, miss, but the restaurant is quite crowded and I was wondering if you would mind sharing a part of your table with me?” It was a deep voice with a honey sweet southern accent.
Looking up, she saw it was the man she'd been fantasizing about. "No, please, have a seat.”
He slid into the other side of the booth and stuck out his hand. “I am Doug LaSalle.”
“Callie Martin,” she answered back, noticing that he had hazel eyes that sparkled.
The waitress brought Callie her food and then asked, “Usual Doug?”
“No, think I will change it up and have what this young lady is having, except make my cheeseburger dressed, Lily.”
While Callie poured ketchup onto her plate and dipped a fry in it, Doug gave her a quick appraisal. He loved the way her curly shoulder length red hair framed her heart-shaped face, how her green eyes appeared to see right through him. She had a very kissable mouth and he also loved the freckles on her cheeks.
“Here’s your coffee, Doug,” Lily said as she set a cup and carafe of coffee in front of him. “Need a refill or anything else, miss?”
“I am fine, thank you.”
After the waitress left, Callie said nonchalantly, “I am five-foot three and curvaceous,” knowing from the way he was staring that he was trying to envision what the table hid.
Doug laughed. “Busted... but I thought since you were undressing me with your eyes while I searched for a table, I would return the favor.”
Callie felt her face turning bright red and kept her eyes down, concentrating on her meal.
“So, since you're here, I would take it that you're headed west.”
“New Mexico,” she said. “And you?”
“Sitting in the lot with a load for Arizona. May I ask what’s waiting for you in New Mexico?”
“New job, new life,” Callie said matter-of-factly
By this time Doug had his food and was eating as he glanced at her ring finger, noticing an area that was slightly paler than the rest of her finger.
Noticing that he was looking at her left hand, Callie said, “Recently divorced, making a new start, leaving ex with his trophy wife. And you?”
“I've been divorced about ten years. She couldn't stand me being gone so long but refused to come with me.”
Both turned quiet, lost in their own thoughts while they finished their meals and coffee.
Breaking the silence, Doug asked, “Were you lucky enough to find lodging for the night?”
“No, figured I would be like a lot of the other stuck travelers, occupy a seat in the restaurant and drink coffee.”
Reaching out, he took her hand in his and whispered, “I want to fuck you. I have a warm comfortable cab I will share with you.”
Callie’s green eyes opened wide and she snatched her hand back.
“Sorry, I mean no disrespect, Callie," he said quickly, "but when I see something I want, I go for it. I know you're not a lot lizard. They are skanks but you are a lady who I sense needs a good old fashion fuck that will make you orgasm so strong you will see stars, make you scream, and cover my sheets with your juices. My truck has a comfortable cab. It will be better and more fun than sitting here drinking coffee all night.”
Callie knew she should excuse herself, pay her bill, and sit in her car until he left -- then return to the restaurant . But that's not what she did.
Leaning forward, she whispered, “Make me scream.”
Doug motioned for the waitress. “My bill please.”
After he got his bill, Doug told Callie, “To not embarrass you, give me five minutes, then leave. I will meet you in the gift shop.”
When he left, after leaving a tip, Doug was hoping that she would not change her mind within the five minutes they were apart. He was browsing in the gift shop when she sidled up to him and discretely patted his ass. Doug looked down and grinned, then took her hand and led her to his truck near the back where only a few trucks were parked.