We lived in the country or woods as we called it in those days. With 20 acres and lots of lawn, plenty of parking. The list of guests did include ever...one even those that lived far away. When the RSVP’s started to come in we realized that at least 50 friends were going to make it. This was about double the usual birthday crowd. Since there were so many we decided to make it a pot luck, with us supplying the meat for the BBQ. The friends that were part of our swinger group had been also. “I’m sorry to laugh, Tobias,” she apologised, “You tell it so amusingly, but what a thing to say! Anyone would be lucky to have you to keep them company,” she said, leaning towards him, smiling, placing her little hand on his.There was a second’s stillness, then they leant towards each other, mirth forgotten, and their lips met instinctively. When thinking about it later, Tobias could not be sure who instigated the kiss as it seemed entirely mutual. Their embrace deepened and Lucy seemed to. Then I found what was obviously the mainbedroom. A large room with a double bed. A couple of wardrobes, adressing table and a chest of drawers.I opened the top drawer of the chest. immediately that I saw the contentsI could feel my pulse beating with more intensity. The drawer was full ofpretty knickers. Mostly pink or white. Mostly silky nylon, some withfrills, others trimmed with lace. And not skimpy panties or thongs. No,the more old-fashioned style that I guess was favoured by older ladies.. We have discussed this before. I assure you that no one will be able to know that we had this or any other conversation that we want to keep from the High Command.”“Well, I appreciate all your efforts and loyalty to me,” he said, addressing the whole bridge crew. “Now, turn the recording back on and let me get things started.”A moment later, the First was on the line with the Chief Engineer. “I suggest you select two of your best sub-engineers and meet the Captain and me in his ready room..