The "Agency" Maid

[Blue Dolphin]

Closed for myself & impish_pixie

OOC.
Jack Duggan, 42 year old researcher/writer for a National magazine.
Jack is 6 foot 2, brown hair, wavy, and brown eyes.
He is still athletic, visiting the gym to wotk out twice weekly.
Divorced for 8 years, Jack now requires a maid for cleaning, and "other personal" services.
Owns his home, and has a very ehalthy bank account.

IC.
I put down the phone, after talking to my old friend Nancy Barowski. I had known her since high school, and would have fucked her long ago, if it were not for the fact that she is a lesbian.
Nancy runs her own business, a maid service called "Merry Maids", with the jingle, "No robbing hoods here".

I had explained my needs to Nancy, a maid in her mid to late twenties, with commitments, possibly a child in school. A single Mom obviously. I did not want any irate husbands knocking on my door. She would clean my house on Tuesdays and Fridays, working from 9 thru 4, with an hour for lunch at noon.

Nancy informed me that she had what she considered to be the perfect candidate on her books. A young mother, who had been deserted by her husband, who was now out of State, and married to a model. He had left her with a child, and she now had a growing mountain of debt, as she saw it.

I had greed to interview the young lady, this afternoon, at 2PM.

 

[impish_pixie]

the maid

OOC:
Cara Flynn
26 years old, medium length dark blond hair, blue eyes
5’7” 120 lbs

IC:
I checked the address Ms. Barowski gave me one last time. Satisfied I found the correct place, I parked in front of the house, and took a quick moment to check my face the mirror. I knew I needed to look capable and professional, Ms. Barowski may have stressed the importance of this client, but she did not have to stress the importance of the job, not to me. I needed it, I needed the money.

Twisting the rearview mirror, I saw my dark blond hair was still drawn into a neat twist at the back of my neck and I just needed to smooth a few stray wisps to ake it perfect. The rest I could not help. A nervous flush brought too much color too my cheeks and lips, and I hoped it wouldn’t be mistaken for cosmetics. I considered putting concealer on my mouth to draw attention away from my full lips, kissable lips my husband used to say, but was afraid to make it worse. Without liner or shadow, my eyes were a pretty shade of blue, with liner and shadow they could almost steal attention from my lips. Or so I was once told.

I was once a model, but made the mistake of falling for the photographer. Six years later, he is trading me in for a newer model; abandoning me and our son. I would be bitter, if it were not for my Teddy. I would do anything for my child and I am doing everything I can to keep him with me.

I screw my courage and step out of the car, smoothing the standard “Merry Maids” uniform over my flat stomach and slender hips. I then give the neckline a final tug and say a prayer for the over-taxed top button struggling to keep my generous breasts in check. Please, god let it hold.

Feet clad in sensible shoes carry me to the door; I knock and wait patiently, my most professional smile already in place and hoping the butterflies in my stomach soon rest.

When a tall man answered the door I said, “Hello. Mr. Duggan? I’m Cara Flynn, Nancy Barowski from “Merry Maids” sent me.”

 

[Blue Dolphin]

CCTV can be a very useful tool I had earlier discovered. And it came in very handy again today, watching the maid as she stepped from her car.
Not a very new car either I noted, no doubt prone to breakdown, and another drain on her finances. She was very pretty too, dark blonde hair, and full red lips, that were in my eyes, definitely fuckable lips. As she walked to the door, I watched on the monitor screen, her full breasts swaying provaocatively for me. "It all looks good so far Nancy," I thought to myself.


Answering the door when she knocled, i looked at her enquiringly.

“Hello. Mr. Duggan? I’m Cara Flynn, Nancy Barowski from “Merry Maids” sent me.”

"Ah yes, Nancy, Mery Maids, of course, please Miss Flynn, come in, through that door, to the lounge."

I followed her, noting the very nice legs, even if she was wearing flat shoes. She was about 6 inches shorter than me, but that would change, once I got her into some heels, As I surely would if she wanted to keep the job. I showed her to the couch, and waited until she sat down before speaking.

"Nancy and I go back a long way Miss Flynn, to High School even, but thats another story.
Now then, I am looking for a maid, to clean 2 days a week, from 9 til 4, with a lunch break of course. Nancy tells me the going rate is nine dollars an hour, so 12 hours would be 108 dollars. But i suspect that Nancy wilhave at least 10% of that. So my dear, if you are successful, and I take you on, if you impress me, then I will make up the difference for you."

I saw the look of surprise on her face, and continued.

"I will be here most of the time, I work from home, for a national magazine. So, tell me about yourself, and why you want to be my maid?"

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

"Ah yes, Nancy, Mery Maids, of course, please Miss Flynn, come in, through that door, to the lounge."

With a smile and a nod, I led the way to the lounge and he indicated I should take a seat on the couch. I groaned inwardly, the couch was one of those beautiful, comfortable pieces of furniture that make it impossible for the sitter to look dignified. Either you are sucked into a comfortable sprawl or you perch uncomfortably on the edge, neither a great way to make a good impression. I decided on the latter and hoped he didn’t notice my discomfiture.

"Nancy and I go back a long way Miss Flynn, to High School even, but thats another story.
Now then, I am looking for a maid, to clean 2 days a week, from 9 til 4, with a lunch break of course. Nancy tells me the going rate is nine dollars an hour, so 12 hours would be 108 dollars. But i suspect that Nancy wilhave at least 10% of that. So my dear, if you are successful, and I take you on, if you impress me, then I will make up the difference for you."

That offer certainly was not the normal way of things; most employers paid Ms. Barowski and never bothered to give a thought to what the woman doing the work actually took home.

"I will be here most of the time, I work from home, for a national magazine. So, tell me about yourself, and why you want to be my maid?"

I thought for a moment, but ~I am in desperate need of the money~ sounded too desperate. I balanced on the edge of the sofa, hands folded on my lap, and I smiled my best professional smile.

“Well, Mr. Duggan, there are a number of things that appeal to me about this job. The hours are perfect for me; I will be able to see my son off to school in the mornings without a hurried rush. My neighbor would be willing to watch him for the brief time between the end of his school day and my completion here, thus avoiding the perils of daycare. This job would be close to home limiting the time spent in travel.”

I looked around the room, the lounge. The couch wasn't the only fine piece of furniture or expensive object, the whole room was elegant and stylish but very masculine.

“And you have a lovely home with some beautiful things, taking care of them would be a pleasure.”

“Mr. Duggan, you will see if you hire me, that I am efficient and unobtrusive. I will not interfere with your work, you’ll hardy notice I am here, unless you need something. Ms. Barowski would not have sent me, if she didn’t think I could handle the position effectively.”

It was all the truth, shaded a little maybe, but it was really all about time and money. I needed the money and wanted to spend as little time away from Teddy as I had to.

And he really did have some nice pieces.

 

[Blue Dolphin]

"Thank you Miss Flynn, I appreciate your comments about my home, and yes, I do have some beautiful things here. I particularly mentioned to Nancy that I needed someone trustworthy, and it seems for once that she actually listened to me. I do have one or two very valuable artifacts here you see. Indeed, the vase on the cabinet, you would not believe what I had to pay for that Miss Flynn"

I smiled at her, feeling the tension in the room relax almost.

"It also pleases me that you give your son priority in your life. Family is a gift to be treasuered I have always felt Miss Flynn. I commend you for you that,.
So the only question that remains now, is, when can you start? Oh yes, and please, may I call you Cara, Miss Flynn is a little formal is it not?"

I smiled again, seeing her eyes widen slightly when I offered her the job. She seemed perfect, for what I had in mind, at last, my personal life was taking a turn for the better.

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

"It also pleases me that you give your son priority in your life. Family is a gift to be treasuered I have always felt Miss Flynn. I commend you for you that,.
So the only question that remains now, is, when can you start? Oh yes, and please, may I call you Cara, Miss Flynn is a little formal is it not?"

I released a breath I didn’t know I was holding when I heard him offer me the job. Then I did my best not to gush my appreciation, but it must have been evident how pleased I was. My smile, for one thing, should easily have made my feelings clear. It was also nice to know I’d be working for man who valued the family.

“Oh, yes. Mr. Duggan, you should call me Cara.” She thinks for a moment, “I could start Friday, or if you prefer on Tuesday and start off with a full work week instead of a half. I’ll leave it up to you, I am available to start on either day.”

 

[Blue Dolphin]

“I could start Friday, or if you prefer on Tuesday and start off with a full work week instead of a half. I’ll leave it up to you, I am available to start on either day.”


"No no Cara, Friday will be fine, that way I can show you where everything is, ready for Tuesday. Plus it is an extra days pay as well, is it not?"

I could that my comment pleased her, she was now much more comfortable.

"Come, I shall walk you to your car, and then see you at 9am sharp on Friday."

My charm was, as expected, working perfectly, and I held the car door open for her, as she climbed inside, giving me a tantalisng view of her tanned legs.
As she put the key in the ignition, I spoke to her once more.

"Just one more thing Cara, you know I said that I work from home, for a national magazine? Well, I work for Playboy, and sometimes freelance for Hustler also. So if you see some of the magazines lying around, you will know why."

I smiled again, waving as she drove away. The interview had gone perfectly for me. She had, as I knew she would, taken the bait of extra money. And she was convinced that the ugly vase my Mom had bought me years ago, was a valuable antique. All round, a very good day, I thought to myself. Very good indeed.

 

[Nibbles_n_Tits]

wrong thread

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

"No no Cara, Friday will be fine, that way I can show you where everything is, ready for Tuesday. Plus it is an extra days pay as well, is it not?"

I hated to seem too eager, but he was right about the extra day’s pay. Money is money and I needed it.

“Friday, it is then. That’s really good, sir. I am eager to get started.”

"Come, I shall walk you to your car, and then see you at 9am sharp on Friday."

He walked me down the pathway to my car, and held the door. It was nice, even for a few moments to be at the receiving end of polite good manners, I know it must have brought a smile to my face, a genuine smile. I was probably smiling up at him as I readied to start the old car. I paused when he had one last thing to say.

"Just one more thing Cara, you know I said that I work from home, for a national magazine? Well, I work for Playboy, and sometimes freelance for Hustler also. So if you see some of the magazines lying around, you will know why."

I know my cheeks turned pink. If he had not mentioned them, if I had just run across them I the course of cleaning, I would have been fine but there was just something about hearing him talk about those magazines. I don’t know, I guess it just made it seem personal.

“Of course, Mr. Duggan. I’ll remember that but really don’t worry about it. It’s nothing.” I buckled the seat belt and was ready to go.

“I’ll see you Friday at 9 sharp.”

I drove home, smiling all the way; I just could not believe how lucky I was. Those two days a week were going to make an incredible difference in my life.

 

[Blue Dolphin]

Friday

I was up early, making sure that everything was in place for Cara`s arrival at 9AM.
The house was reasonably tidy, but it did need vacuuming, and my bedroom needed a good clean up also.
I checked the laundry room, making sure that the laundry basket was handy, and the washer instructions.
Today I would be the perfect gentleman, and begin the process of lulling the lovely Cara, into a sense of false security.

Switching on my pC, I began to work on an article, as I waited for her.

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

It was a wonderful morning; I actually had time to make Teddy his favorite breakfast before sending him off to school today and time to clean up the mess he made trying to help. I think I was still wearing the same happy smile when I arrived at Mr. Duggan’s house, at 9am.

I shouldered my small bag, the one holding my purse, keys and lunch, and walked up to the door straightening my uniform as I moved, on the porch, I rang the bell.

“Good morning, Mr. Duggan.” I couldn’t hide the good cheer in my voice, but since not everyone is a morning person, I did keep my voice low and quiet.

As he lets me into the house, I ask, “Is there anything special you’d like done today? Or avoided today because of your plans? If there is, just let me know. Otherwise, I’ll just concentrate on the standard cleaning.”

 

[Blue Dolphin]

I watched again as she walked to the front door, looking very bright and cheery. Indeed, I could hear it in her voice as she greeted me when I opened the door.

“Good morning, Mr. Duggan.”

"Good morning to you too Cara, and a beautiful morning it is."

I had to stop myself from cringing at the abysmal uniform that Nancy prvided though. It did absolutely nothing for her, but that would come later, after I had ingratiated myself with her.

I showed her where the vacuum was, a Kirby, and pointed out the various rooms, including my bedroom.
Then I took her through the kitchen, down into the basement, now serving as a self contained laundry. We went back up to the kitchen, and I showed her where everything was, the dishwaher she was familiar with, which was good.

"I think that is everything for now Cara, I am going to my office, just off the lounge to do some work. I will make some coffee around 11. How does that sound, a short coffee break?"

Smiling, I awaited her response.

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

He led me in and showed me around his house. After the first few minutes, I became a little quiet. I realized I could only say, Yes, Mr. Duggan, I understand, so many times before it started to sound like I didn’t. Since his manner was a pleasant combination of casual and confident, there was no need for me to try to put him at ease with mindless morning chatter. Unlike some people, he was obviously comfortable with hiring someone to clean for him, so I spoke only when an answer was required or I had a question.

"I think that is everything for now Cara, I am going to my office, just off the lounge to do some work. I will make some coffee around 11. How does that sound, a short coffee break?"

He smiled and I couldn't help smiling back as I answered, “I always have a hard time saying no to coffee, Mr. Duggan, but are you sure you wouldn’t rather I bring a tray in for you? If you usually take coffee around that time, it will be good for me to start getting it into my routine.”

 

[Blue Dolphin]

“I always have a hard time saying no to coffee, Mr. Duggan, but are you sure you wouldn’t rather I bring a tray in for you? If you usually take coffee around that time, it will be good for me to start getting it into my routine.”

I touched Cara`s arm gently, the lightest featherlike brush with my fingertips.

"What an excellent idea Cara, and yes, routine is good is it not? Knowing exactly what one should be doing, and when, I could not agree more."

I chuckled, and spoke again.

"And speasking of that, right now I should be at my desk typing, not chatting to my lovely helpful maid. I will see you at 11 prompt then, or before if you need anyhting Cara."

I left her there, and quickly walked to my office, thinking to myself how well things were going so far.

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

For the next two hours, I went to work busily cleaning. It was mostly light work, dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and the easy jobs. The more intensive labor, scrubbing floors, cleaning bathrooms is kept until after lunch.

It ws nearing 11 when I stopped and quickly explored the kitchen, to find what I’d need for the coffee and figure out how to use the expensive coffee maker. There was no cream in the fridge, so he must take it black or with milk.

I love the smell of coffee, and I was tempted to grab a quick taste as the pot neared the completion of the brewing cycle but it just didn’t seem fair, since Mr. Duggan had been so nice.

I put the coffee carafe on the tray, along with cups, spoons, napkins, milk, and sugar. A final peek in the fridge seemed to show he was not much of a snacker, so I left it with just the coffee. If I learn he likes something with his coffee, I’ll include it next time.

I carried the tray to his office and balancing it carefully on a hip and one hand, I knocked on the door with a few moments to spare.

 

[Blue Dolphin]

She entered the office at 11am precisely, pleasing me more than she could ever have imagined. She had unwittingly obeyed my very first command to her, which was excellent in my eyes.

I had her set the tray down, and take seat close by me.

"I am sorry to say Cara, that I have run out of cookies, I meant to get some, but it completely slipped my mind. Ah well, never mind. The coffee looks delicious anyway, and I see you remembered the milk also. very good, I can see that we are going to get along my dear."

I smiled as I watched her pour the coffee.

"Now then Cara, I want you to be honest with me. Do you really like that hideous uniform that Nancy makes you wear?"

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

I was pleased that Mr. Duggan was satisfied with the tray. I was worried that I forgot something important and the tray did look naked without cookies or a cake. I did not want to screw up my first day.

I poured the coffee efficiently but not gracefully, I think I was feeling a little nervous, although I can’t really say why.

As I was setting down the coffee, Mr Duggan asked, "Now then Cara, I want you to be honest with me. Do you really like that hideous uniform that Nancy makes you wear?"

I laughed, I shouldn’t have, but I did. “Mr. Duggan, I’ll have you know that this uniform is crafted of only the highest grade nylon polyester, designed to retain water, repel sharks and, when necessary, it can double as a HazMat suit.” I take another look at monstrosity I am wearing, before looking back at him, “Ghastly, isn’t it? It is a shame too; Ms. Berowski must have just changed the uniforms. I only got this one the other day. Our previous uniforms were serviceable and nice looking, nothing like this.”

 

[Blue Dolphin]

[“Mr. Duggan, I’ll have you know that this uniform is crafted of only the highest grade nylon polyester, designed to retain water, repel sharks and, when necessary, it can double as a HazMat suit.” I take another look at monstrosity I am wearing, before looking back at him, “Ghastly, isn’t it? It is a shame too; Ms. Berowski must have just changed the uniforms. I only got this one the other day. Our previous uniforms were serviceable and nice looking, nothing like this.”

I laughed with Cara, actually amused at her comments on the uniform.

"I know what you mean, you would not dare go out anywhere dressed like that would you?"

This made her smile also, and now it was time to make my pitch, so to speak.

"Being honest now Cara, it is a little dowdy, and that is being too kind. And considering that Nancy is never going to be here, to see you working, I may just get you a uniform, to wear when you work here."

I could see the concerned look growing on her face, and I smiled at her.

"Yes Cara, I know that I work for Playboy, but dont worry, I will not want you in a bunny girl outfit. Although I must say, one would suit you Cara, very much so. No, but I am thinking something more a business like uniform, you know what I mean?"

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

"Being honest now Cara, it is a little dowdy, and that is being too kind. And considering that Nancy is never going to be here, to see you working, I may just get you a uniform, to wear when you work here."

I wasn't sure where he was going with this, given who he works for and his taste in reading materials, I was feeling a little wary.

"Yes Cara, I know that I work for Playboy, but dont worry, I will not want you in a bunny girl outfit. Although I must say, one would suit you Cara, very much so. No, but I am thinking something more a business like uniform, you know what I mean?"

I could only thing of one good reason to say no to his request – Ms. Berowski expects me to wear the uniform she provides. However, that could be countered a couple of ways, he is Ms. Berowski’s old friend and she would want me to keep him happy, chances are good she’d never know and the bottom line – she wouldn’t fire me over it. She might let loose with one of her legendary tantrums but she wouldn’t fire me.

I really hate this uniform and honestly, I was happy to think I would not have to wear it anymore. Although, I think the bunny suit I would have refused. Something business like sounded nice but I tried not to sound too eager.

“I’m not sure what you mean by business like, Mr. Duggan but as long as I can work in it…”

I nearly have second thoughts but if it is what he wants I know I’d do it anyway, I really want to keep him happy.

“… I’m sure it will be fine.”

 

[Blue Dolphin]

Her nervousness was evident, as she considered my proposal, and I waited patiently until she responded.

“I’m not sure what you mean by business like, Mr. Duggan but as long as I can work in it…. I’m sure it will be fine.”

I smiled at Cara, before speaking to her.

"Thank you Cara, not only for saying yes, but also for considering the idea. When I said businesslike, I am thinking you know, something smart, and classy, that you could still work in. A black skirt, with a thin white stripe running through it, like a business suit, with a crisp white blouse, and some black heels and hose as well. How does that sound Cara? I would peovide it of course, well, I would give you the money to go and get it obviously. I think I might have a problem doing it myself, sizes and stuff, you know?"

I laughed out loud, as I placed my cup down, having finished my coffee.

 

[impish_pixie]

"Thank you Cara, not only for saying yes, but also for considering the idea. When I said businesslike, I am thinking you know, something smart, and classy, that you could still work in. A black skirt, with a thin white stripe running through it, like a business suit, with a crisp white blouse, and some black heels and hose as well. How does that sound Cara? I would peovide it of course, well, I would give you the money to go and get it obviously. I think I might have a problem doing it myself, sizes and stuff, you know?"

He said heels and hose, and I nearly laughed.

"Mr. Duggan, it sounds like a lovely idea for a uniform and would be appropriate in some workplaces, but I find it nearly impossible to imagine washing a floor in heeled shoes."

I didn't even mention the hose...kneeling on floor in a pair of hose and high heels while scrubbing away at the tile? It just didn't make sense.

I shook my head, "I just don't think that would work but the rest very nice, perhaps with a sensible flat shoe?"

 

[Blue Dolphin]

Her response was disappointing though.

"Mr. Duggan, it sounds like a lovely idea for a uniform and would be appropriate in some workplaces, but I find it nearly impossible to imagine washing a floor in heeled shoes."

And then she had the temerity to shake her head as well!

"I just don't think that would work but the rest very nice, perhaps with a sensible flat shoe?"

"It was just an idea, to make you feel better, and to brighten my house a little. But OK, if thats how you feel, we will stick with Nancy`s uniform."

I glanced at my watch.

"It is time I was getting back to work anyway, I have a deadline to meet. Thank you for the coffee."

I returned to my computer, and my work, turning my back on Cara.

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

"It was just an idea, to make you feel better, and to brighten my house a little. But OK, if thats how you feel, we will stick with Nancy`s uniform."

I watched him glance at his watch and felt a not tighten in my stomach.

"It is time I was getting back to work anyway, I have a deadline to meet. Thank you for the coffee."

“You are welcome, Mr. Duggan. Thank you for sharing it with me.”

He returned to his computer, turning back on me. I tried to think of something to say but nothing could think of seemed likely to help.

As he returned to his work, I gathered the up the coffee tray and kicked myself. I should have said yes, I should have at least tried it his way before deciding it would not work. In the corner of my eye, I can see his broad, straight back and notice that for some reason I can’t explain it seems… cold.

I return to the kitchen with the tray, clean it way and return to my regular duties until lunchtime.

Over my lunch of a tomato sandwich and an apple, I realize all I can do is offer to try it his way. He can either let me try or not, it will be up to him.

 

[Blue Dolphin]

I heard her putting things back on the tray, and clearing away.

I said nothing, instead working on my article, about the closing down of all brothels in England, in 1885, when they were declared illegal.

I did wonder though, what she would do, she obviously knew that I was displeased with her. I did not want to seem petulant to her though, that would have given the wrong signals out.

Before I knew it, the time had moved on, and it was ten minutes to one. I went to the kitchen, to get a bite to eat, knowing full well that Cara would be there.
I smiled broadly, asking her how it was going, and commenting that I had been so busy, that I had not noticed the time.

 

[impish_pixie]

Cara

I heard him coming towards kitchen before I saw him. It was a nervous few moments for me. It didn't even start to pass until he smiled as if nothing had happened. Of course, I was still nervous but his broad smile made it easier.

“Mr. Duggan? While I’ve been sitting here eating my lunch I have had plenty of time to look at these ugly shoes and contemplate the horrible uniform.”

Nervously, while looking for what to say, I stall by wiping my hands on my napkin then folding them on my lap. Finally, I find the courage to just say it.

“I’d like to try your idea for a uniform, if it isn’t too late for me to change my mind. Heels and all. I think can do it, there was a time when I wore nothing but high heels, I think... I am sure I can do it again. I spoke without thinking earlier. I’m sorry.”

I was sorry, and I had spoken without thinking, if I had been thinking I would have agreed to wear the bunny suit if that was what it took to keep him happy and keep the job. Alright, maybe not the bunny suit but a pair of heels for a few hours a day, a couple of days a week is a small price to pay.