Piece of Meat

Erin fiddled with a hole in her jeans.

Mr.Herbert walked around the room.

Stopping at the window and then pacing again.

"As you know Miss Parker, this course is not easy. Those who wish to gain outstanding results have to... put in some effort."

He stood behind her and rested his sweaty hand on her shoulder.

" Your work as of recent hasn't been of the quality we are looking for.

This school is a prestigious institution and therefore needs students who can meet high standards."

His hand rested on her head and stroked her hair.

Erin got a shiver down her back.

She jumped up and faced her professor.

"Sir, I understand and will make more of an effort..."

He stepped closer to her and pressed his stomach against her book that she clutched at her chest.

His protruding stomach leaned on her, she stepped back bumping into the desk behind her.

"Um, sir.. I have to go.. my friend is waiting."

"Yes, of course..." he replied. His eyes were locked on her cleavage as he bit his lip.

Knock, knock..

"Sorry to disturb, but I can't seem to figure out my computer. Can you help me?" asked old Professor Hawkes.

"George... didn't I tell you to knock..

...ehh well okay Miss Parker-Chen. I look forward to seeing more of you.. ahem your work."

Erin hurried out of the office and directly to the courtyard.

......

Andrea was sitting at their 'spot' with two iced coffees in hand.

"Thanks," said Erin grabbing her coffee gulping it down.

"What happened with Mr.Creepy Herbert?" inquired Andrea.

"You know the usual weird staring and creepy touches." sighed Erin.

"What a perv.." Andrea rolled her eyes.

"He looks at you like you are some PIECE OF MEAT"...

"Do you want to go shopping after next lecture?" Andrea said grabbing Erin's arm and making puppy eyes.

"haha, sorry I can't. I am meeting Jackson later."

"oohhh are you guys going to finally 'do it'?"

"Andrea! shhhh" scolded Erin.

The lecture with Mrs.Jensen went well, she was engaging in her talks and always asked the student's opinions.

After they were done, Erin went to the bathroom to freshen up before going to meet Jackson.

She was putting on a cherry pink lipstick in the mirror when she saw a girl staring at her through the mirror.

"Sorry..." said the girl, " You're just so, so pretty"

"Oh, thank you. Would you like some?"

Erin offered her lipstick.

The girl's face went red and she hurried out of the bathroom.

...

"Taxi!" shouted Erin.

On her way to Starbucks, she listened to a podcast about life and finding love.

Erin wondered if what she had with Jackson was real.

They were together for five years now and he was very respectful of her.

They had only kissed so far.

They didn't have much in common, but he was always there for her when she would fight with her mom.

"Eleven pounds fifty, please."

Erin paid the driver and entered the coffee shop.

She sat down opposite Jackson.

"You look beautiful" smiled Jackson.

"Thanks J" smiled Erin.

She skimmed the menu.

Should I get a cafe latte or the grande mocha?...

She was always so indecisive.

Jackson ordered a plain coffee with milk.

"And the lady?" said the waiter.

"Ummm.. I will have the, the grande mocha. Thank you" Erin grinned.

They sat for an hour and a half and then headed to Jackson' Fiat.

He drove down the darkly lit streets.

London was beautiful at night.

It started to rain and the water was beating off the windshield.

"Do you want to come over?" , said Jackson.

".. sure" blushed Erin.

He changed gears and his hand rubbed on her thigh.

They ran into the apartment building, sheltering themselves from the rain with Jackson's coat.

Erin sat on his sofa and turned on the T.V. She was very comfortable at his place, she had stayed over many times. But Jackson always gave her the bed and he took the sofa.

Jackson sat down beside her, his weight pushing against her.

He handed her a towel to dry her arms.

Jackson leaned in and put his hand on her neck. His lips pressed firmly against hers.

He sucked her bottom lip and moved closer.

Erin rested her hand on his chest and could feel his big warm body.

They made out for 10 mins when Jackson started to kiss her chest, moving down he kissed her lace bra and his hand wandered down to unbutton her jeans.

Erin's hand reflexed grabbing his.

Jackson looked shocked.

"I thought.. we've been together for five years Erin."

"I know, I don't know what happened. Let's continue" Erin placed her hands on J's face and kissed him sweetly.

Jackson placed his hands on her back under her top and ran them down sliding into her jeans, cupping her bum.

He pulled her on top of him. Erin was burning up her body was hot, but she didn't feel right with it.

She jumped up and adjusted her clothes.

"What the fu.." Jackson exclaimed.

"Jackson! Don't rush me!" Erin shouted.

"Rush you! Rush you..? Seriously.. you are so weird.. You know there are plenty of girls in my office who want to sleep with me!" Jackson said in anger.

"Wow! So why don't you go sleep with one of them then!"

Erin said while pushing him.

"Baby... I'm sorry" Jackson tried to pull her closer.

"Take me home." demanded Erin.

"Fine.." Jackson got up and took his car keys.

The ride home was silent and awkward.

Jackson looked frustrated and Erin was staring out of the window at the wet streets.

Do I even love him? she wondered...