Living Next Door to Alex - Chapter 6
By Julie D Cole

I stepped into the shower and turned it on with my back to the shower door. It was very spacious when I compared it to our shower at home with more than enough room for two. I ducked beneath the stream of water adjusting the temperature and soaked my hair.

I was applying the body soap when Alex stepped into the shower.

‘I see you started without me? I thought you needed my assistance.’

‘Sorry Alex I couldn’t resist and there is plenty of lotion left for you as well as the shampoo.’

‘Move up a bit then and let me get under the water. It’s nice and warm.’

‘I know but if you get frisky I can turn on the cold tap to full pressure.’

‘I doubt that would work. Have you ever considered the effect you have on me? I’m only human you know.’

‘I am too and you’ve done your best to turn me on parading around half naked ever since we arrived.’

‘Didn’t seem to work though. Maybe I need to up my game a bit. Here let me see what you think of being kissed this morning after some growth on my chin.’

He wrapped his arms around me and pulled me close to his chest. He was stirring below and he pressed against my tummy. As he continued to kiss me he swelled and he gyrated gently that caused a response. Kissing with water flowing down our faces was not easy and his stiffness caused me to pull away to giggle.

‘So it’s ok for you to laugh?’

‘Well I was worried that you would think I looked odd with boobs and a small thing down below.’

‘ I haven’t laughed have I? Why would I? It’s not like we are strangers.’

Alex calmed down and behaved himself whilst I shampood my hair and he ensured that all the suds had gone before applying shampoo to his shortened hair. It wasn’t easy for me to reach but he bent his knees to make it easier. Then we stepped out of the shower to dry ourselves and wrap ourselves in the robes.

We chatted whilst I used a drier to dry and style my hair and Alex watched the news.

‘Look Jules I’m on the local news again. Seems that one of the girls from the restaurant sent in a selfie she took with me. Good job you didn’t join in but they are on our trail. Bloody reporters.’

‘Well we could have gone the main highway for all they know so hopefully they’ll not find this place.’

‘They are like bloodhounds so don’t hold your breath. Anyway I doubt Gemma or her parents will snitch on us so hurry up I’m famished.’

I applied a little make-up and some lipstick and we headed down to the restaurant that was half full. Gemma was there to greet us and Alex invited her to join us. All through breakfast she glanced at Alex and complemented his look without long hair and a beard. She said he looked much younger and I agreed.

We told her our plans and she agreed to loan us her car to run into town. We strolled around and found the store where we were able to purchase shorts and cotton shirts and sneakers. I plucked up the courage to buy a swimsuit but resisted a bikini that would have made it more difficult to hide the small bulge between my legs.

Finally Alex suggested I try a light cotton dress to wear in the evening so I selected a few with the assistance of a young staff member. He was gay but I didn’t think I’d been outed as he seemed more interested in Alex. He did ask Alex if he’d visited before because he had beautiful eyes that he thought he’d seen before. We didn’t hang around and headed back to the cabin.

After a light lunch we changed and headed down to the beach to swim and then lay in the afternoon sun. It was my first swimsuit and it fitted perfectly holding in my tum and lifting my boobs. Alex had borrowed an umbrella so we could sit in the shade for a while. It was so peaceful and I laughed at Alex as he decided to show off in the sea. He looked so relaxed and happy and I was glad he had invited me to join him here.

The afternoon seemed to fly by as we relaxed and chatted breaking only to cool off in the sea. I laughed a lot at some of the stories from Alex’s recks around the country with his group. They got into some strange places in rough districts as well as large venues and it sounded like there was plenty of alcohol and lots of girlie time. I didn’t want to press him whether or not they dabbled in drugs but I guessed that came with the image and there were some signs when I looked into his eyes and sensed he wanted to tell me something.

At time I could see he was trying to hide the stiffness between his legs and I was flattered that I had that I was having that effect on him. Unless he was reliving his past exploits of course. On my part I found the dips in the sea had the effect of shrinking my bump until it was hardly noticeable, not even to me. The water didn’t seem to have any effect like that on Alex. He really made me feel like the girl I now craved to be. I knew I’d made the right decision but could I be happy for the rest of my life?

Finally Alex said we should head back and he suggested that we call for a drink at the bar area outside the restaurant. We were both ready for a long cool drink and I needed the bathroom that was becoming urgent.

Alex found a table and ordered some fresh iced orange drinks and I excused myself taking my bag to freshen up. I felt the sun had dried out my cheeks and my lips were dry. My hair was a mess and needed combing. I had no hesitation on entering the ladies bathroom and luckily it was empty other than one cubicle was occupied with the door closed.

Whoever was in there was messaging back and forth and I shook my head in disbelief. I did my business as quickly as I could and washed my hands and face to remove the sand. The sunshine had indeed brought some colour to my cheeks. As I was applying some facial cream I heard a voice even though it was in a whisper. She said ‘This is it. I know it is. It’s Gemma’s family holiday complex. Upper market. I’ll have a sniff around and call you back. Send a crew pdq.’

I froze as it was pretty clear that Alex was going to be found soon despite his change in image. I didn’t bother with the rest of my make-up I dashed back to Alex but he wasn’t at our table. Our towels were there but nothing else. I looked around for him or Gemma but both had disappeared.

Then Gemmas mum came over and whispered for me to stay where I was and keep my phone switched on. She removed the glass that Alex had been using then topped up mine from a jug.

‘Stay calm it seems somebody tipped the news station off and we had a call asking if Alex was a guest. I said we had no guests of that name and none had made reservations.’

‘Where have they gone?’

‘He’ll let you know shortly. He doesn’t want you to be involved since the tv and news media will be all over the place shortly. He wants you to stay calm and trust him.’

‘But how did they trace us?’

‘I don’t know since we haven’t told anybody and neither has Gemma,’

‘I bet it was the shop assistant who thought he recognised him through his eyes. He was checking Alex out big time.’

‘Could be since he’d be rewarded and he might even have a moment of fame tonight on the local news.’

‘The little bastard. Excuse my French but why are people like that. What did Alex ever do to cause that?’

‘Look Jules I suggest you stay calm and go back to your room out of the way for a while. If anybody turns up I’ll send them away.’

Everything had been going so well and we were having a nice time. I feared for Alex since he only wanted to take a break and sort out his future and he’d trusted me to help him.

I had time to kill so I ran a bath and turned on the jets so foam was built up well above the bath sides. I climbed in and lay back. I didn’t want to cause any trouble or rumours for Alex so maybe the best thing was to rent a car and head home. I decided to have a light dinner and ask Gemmas mum to sort a car for me.

The only outfits I had that were suitable for dinner were the two dresses so I selected one. They looked ok with my light canvas shoes so I selected the more feminine orange and lemon one. It was off shoulder exposing my breasts that I felt would reduce the risk of anybody mis gendering me. What was I thinking?

No sign of Gemma so her mum found me a table and suggested some seafood from the menu that was fresh. I followed her advice and despite not having much of an appetite I ate all of it. The restaurant wasn’t too busy so it was quiet and then I heard some noise coming from the reception area. It was raised voices and then two guys and a young woman pushed their way into the restaurant. One of the guys had a film camera and the girl had a mic in her hand and was talking to the camera. He panned the restaurant so I was on film like the rest of the guests.

Gemma’s dad appeared and he pushed them back into the restaurant threatening to call the police.

‘We know he’s here somewhere with a young woman so where is he. We just want an interview so you’ll be on tv later, maybe even the national networks will pick up our story.’

‘Look get out before I kick you out. I don’t like you nosing about and you are disturbing my guests.’

‘Alex is here we know he is. He’s trying to hide but we know one of the backing singers is involved. She was in town with him today.’

‘If you are talking about my daughter she’s been here all day and I don’t have any guests called Alex staying.’
‘We can make this worth your while as well as all the publicity we can offer cash.’

‘I’ll make it worth your while shortly if you don’t take care young lady.’

They disappeared outside and then the girl went on her phone. I decided to sit still and take a coffee and the other guests went back to their meals after Gemmas dad apologised to everybody and offered a glass of complementary wine.

After an hour the film crew gave up and left. I wanted to call Alex but I thought it best if I waited. Back in the room I decided to call mum who complained that she was worried since my phone was switched off and she’d left several messages. I told her I was with Alex who had turned up unannounced and was in need of help. I explained as much as I could and she agreed that I should try to keep out of the limelight for Alex’s sake.

I had a restless night and had no messages from Alex wherever he was. I was sure he wouldn’t leave me alone again and I hoped that Gemma wasn’t tempting him since she was very attractive and Alex is only human. He had been getting worked up through the day and he might not be able to contain himself.

At 7 am I reached for my phone to check for messages but it was dead. I had forgotten to put it on charge so no wonder no calls or bleeps. I found the charger in the drawer on Alex’s side of the bed and plugged it in. Still no messages. Maybe it was best to head home and stay out of the way.
I thought about it all through breakfast and came to the conclusion that Alex would understand if I headed home and at least he’d know where to find me.

After another chat with Gemmas mum who had no news either I had her arrange a hire car for me. She wouldn’t let me pay for anything and took my details so she could contact me if and when she had some news.

I packed what I had with me and met the agent who delivered the car. I’d no choice but to use my credit card so I hoped the media nuts and Rachel wouldn’t contact them and find out who I was.

It took a few hours to reach home and mum was waiting.

‘Did you hear the news Jules? Have you heard about Alex?’

‘No mum. What about Alex?’