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“That’s not a thing,” Isla hisses before we all laugh.
“Okay, serious question,” Rhea says once we settle down. “Do youfeellike you guys are in a spot where sex will enhance your relationship rather than dominate it?”
“There’s nothing wrong with being dominated,” Isla argues.
“I have such a girl crush on you. Is that weird?” I ask, and Marlee gives me a high five.
“Been there. She’s just such a badass all the time.”
“You are.” Isla grins as she blows Marlee a kiss before winking at me. “Totally not weird. We just need to help you see your inner badass.”
“I’m not badass,” I say with a chuckle and another sip of my drink.
“That right there is the problem,” Marlee says. “What did I tell you?”
“I am a badass mom and I deserve to have my village rally around me.”
“That’s a good line.” Rhea tips her glass at Marlee.
“Right? Okay, soweknow you’re amazing, but what can we do to help you see it? Embrace it and own it. What’s missing?”
“I want to feel sexy, desirable.” Blushing, I ask, “Is that not the right thing?”
“Why don’t you tell us what that means for you?” Cheyenne says gently.
“Things with Tanner were good. He made me feel loved and cherished but in a gentle and respectful way. Otto is passionate and intense, and he makes me feel bold and empowered. He makes me feel safe asking for what I need.”
“Have you told him that?” Rhea drags each word in the sentence out, and I squint at her again because shedefinitelyknows something.
“I didn’t realize it was a thing until right now. I just thought his cock was magic…and addictive.”
“Hey, it’s fine for that to be a thing too,” Isla encourages as the others cackle. “Magic peen is totally addictive. But I think the important thing is that Otto hasremindedyou what it’s like to feel like a woman.”
“I liked the wordempowered,”Cheyenne adds.
“It’s a good word,” Marlee agrees.
“You are allowed to be more than just a teacher, mother, ex-wife—all of it. Your needs are important, and if your cuppeth be dry…”
“Seriously, what is wrong with you?” Rhea asks Isla on a laugh.
“Keep your cups.” I grin. “How do I get Otto on board with all this?”
“You could always talk to him,” Cheyenne offers.
“Or you could give him a demonstration.” Marlee grins and I point at her.
“That. What can I do to get him on board?”
“Try something spontaneous. Something with shock value,” she says.
“I…what?”
Shrugging, Marlee says, “What about road head?”
“Is that shocking?” Isla deadpans.
“Seriously?” Rhea turns on her. “What is wrong with you?”
