Our Wires got Crossed when he Admired my Satin Lingerie
Newsletter & prompt #4: A misunderstanding leads to a new friendship
After working at Plinkett and Price’s department store for just a month, I knew I loved the retail industry. I couldn’t wait to use my staff discount to purchase some of the high end lingerie from the department in which I worked.
Early on, I’d had training on assisting male customers shopping for the women in their life, so when I saw the tall guy with the floppy chestnut hair browsing our racks of scanty lace and satin underwear sets, I fixed on my prettiest smile and went to offer guidance.
“These are very stylish,” I beamed at him, “you have great taste.”
“Thank you,” he smiled, and barely blushed.
I pressed on, “D’you know what size you need?”
“Hmm, not really, I may need your help.”
I turned at a slight angle to him and stood in a way that displayed my figure, the curve of my hips, the swell of my modest C cup breasts.
“Is the person you’re buying for larger than me, or smaller?” I asked with a steady gaze.
He looked at me appreciatively, not in a lecherous way; we have discerning customers at Plinkett and Price.
“Ahh –” Then he lowered his eyes, but brought them back up to mine with a devastating smile.
“Could you get your measuring tape?” He asked me, “I’m buying them for myself.”
I missed a beat, but that was only because I could imagine his taut body in these dainty garments. How the eyelash lace of the balconette bra would barely conceal his neat, mocha nipples; while the garter belt which matched the Brazilian style, high-leg knickers, would frame a tempting package at the apex of his smooth, shaved thighs.
“I’d be delighted to assist,” I beamed. “Why not point out your favourite fabrics, so when I’ve measured you, I can fetch the right size. Let’s start by taking you to a changing room.”
My misunderstanding led to a fascinating and fun afternoon. Since then, I’ve gone out of my way to learn about crossdressing, and Alistair (but I may call him Alice) has become my best customer.
Prompt
There’s a pinch of truth to this story, as there often is in my fiction, and the prompt for this month is hiding in plain sight: Misunderstanding(s)
Write something tantalizing for us about getting the wrong end of the stick, or not being on the same page as someone else. Sometimes a misunderstanding comes from confusion, other times it’s the result of jumping to a conclusion.
We are hoping for some varied stories in all our usual genres, please remember our prompts are evergreen, so you can write for any or all of them this month.
But remember to let us know, when submitting your story to Tantalizing Tales, that it is a response to a prompt by including a note or adding the theme to your kicker or subtitle.
News
Medium is now calling ‘tags’ ‘topics’ — to help us file your story about a Misunderstanding on our site, why not use it as a topic?
Another new feature on Medium is the facility for writers to earn ‘tips’ from our readers. I followed the steps set out by Robert Ralph. For this to work on your profile, you need a way for people to pay, such as a Ko-fi or Paypal account — it can’t be your stripe account.
Stories in response to previous prompts
Elevator Prompt
Confess All: Stuck in the lift with a Sexy Priest by May More
Newsletter & Prompt #3: Provocative revelations are shared when an elevator breaks down… — I ran for the lift and just made it as the doors closed. “Where to?” Oh… my heart fluttered slightly …
Destination Tenth Floor by Alex Irvine
Mike faces his worst nightmare… Mike was a sex offender. He had been out of prison for ten years, and had done really well at keeping his life squeaky clean despite his occasional urges.
Riding Up To Floor Forty-Four by Marie A. Rebelle
Everyone knew it was just a matter of time before they fucked each other. Had they not been already, the jolt with which the lift came to a halt …
Miracle Between Floors by J. Sharland Day
What happens when a pregnant woman and a biker get stuck in an elevator together — Very pregnant Sara, riding the lumbering elevator to the 28th floor to her Midwife’s office, had started contractions
They Return by Laura Knapke (Nap-Key)
It wasn’t all in my mind… — I sat in total darkness, curled up in a ball… waiting for them to take me. My heart beating out of my chest, fighting to take my next breath.
Not Always Out of Order Jacinta Palmer
Wedding speeches tell the story of this couple coming together … “Next time I visited Blakewater Gardens, I was looking forward to checking Verity’s landing.”
Cellar Prompt
We find shelter at an abandoned farm with a family that seems… a little odd. “Help! Is there anybody in here!” I shouted, banging on the wooden trap door. I could see the things in the distance
The Mongrel in the Cellar by Ginger Bangs
This is a story of a man dreaming of a dead past. This is a story that is set in an old southern mansion, in the days following the Civil War. I chose to write this in this sad man’s voice
Five Barrels In A Cellar by Marie A. Rebelle
She frequently visited the secret cellar, hiding more than only wine — Tamsin had just turned fifteen when she discovered the cellar in the woods, purely by accident. It was on a day she had veered off
NB: We’re happy for people to use our prompts to post stories in other publications, it’s all good cross-pollination! All we ask is that you include a link back to Tantalizing Tales and tag me or May More, as Jacinta and Ginger did above.
Prompts so far: Trains | Cellar (basement) | Elevator | Misunderstanding
Recently featured writers:
We love to celebrate our diverse team of writers — Tantalizing Tales wouldn’t exist without fiction contributions from talented, creative people and we shine a spotlight on a different person each week.
Teresa Wymore ~ An adventurer who’s put form onto her fantasies, who has experienced so much, you can be sure she writes with authority in the varied genres she tackles
Lesdom 5 : Vanilla Mia finds her voice, it’s the voice of a pleasure dom
Outrepen ~ He came to writing after living a full and varied life, sharing a back catalogue of erotic stories while crafting new — he’s built a strong following in a relatively short amount of time.
This Girl’s First Threesome : The Couple at the party Lauren’s just out of college enjoying her new life in the big city, gets picked up by an older couple.
Laura Knapke (Nap-Key) ~ A free spirit who loves to laugh, Laura admits to having a weird sense of humour. She’s had the writing habit since age 12, but put it on pause while bringing up her family, now she’s back with a bang and won’t be confined to one niche!
Sex at the Club Mandy gets a sexy birthday surprise
Sonja Glucksberg ~ Really? Sonja’s only been on Medium since March? She’s created a stellar body of work, always original with a fresh voice that’s unique to her. Claims to have almost no limits and her scenes with sex are always consensual —I’ll get behind that!
The Light in the Room I’m always on time for her
I hope you have sizzling plans for the rest of summer — May More will be along next month, with more fab fiction picks from Tantalizing Tales and a new prompt. So writers, please sharpen your pencils!
