Sam and Vanessa
by Teddie
Sam and Vanessa
by Teddie
Part One
A little background.
Authors note. This is a sequel to the story of Mike and Sam that I wrote in 2004. It follows their son, Sam, from his preteen years through college. If you haven’t read the original five parts, it might help you follow this story better if you do. You can find the five parts here:
Read [Mike and Sam]
If you went back and read the first five parts, you can skip down to The Story Starts, as this part just describes the four main characters.
Our little family has four members to it. Masumi, Miyuki, and the twins, Toshi, and Samuel, or Sam.
Masumi, who was also known as Sam, was the mother of the twins, and Mike’s wife. We won’t call her Sam any longer, to stop any confusion between her and one of the twins. She was born, and raised, in Japan. And, spent a year, as a high school exchange student in the States, where she met Mike, and fell in love with him. After she finished high school in Japan, she came back to the States for college, and married Mike. After they finished their Masters, Mike found a job in Washington with a certain government agency, and Masumi finished her Doctorate in Psychology at Georgetown University. She continued to use her married name, Gifford, after Mike vanished.
The twins, Toshi and Samuel were born in Washington. Toshi was a very pretty girl, taking after her mother. Samuel, or Sam, was the typical boy. But, both were mature for their age, and were in advanced classes in school. More on these two later.
Miyuki, or to the twins Aunt Mi, was a story in herself. You see. Miyuki is really Mike, and was the basis of the Mike and Sam story. On Mike’s first trip to Japan with Masumi, he admitted to her that he liked to crossdress, and she helped to bring out Mike’s feminine side. His first feminine persona was Michelle, and the two of them had a great deal of fun with her. After they were married, his second feminine person started to evolve. This was Miyuki. Mike and Masumi really worked on his female side. He learned how to make his voice feminine. He became very good at female mannerisms. Makeup became second nature. And, he became very fluent in Japanese. It turns out that Masumi was very fond of Mike’s feminine side.
The government agency that Mike went to work for, was one of those “if I tell you what I do, I have to kill you” ones. And, because one of the professors at his college, that knew of his crossdressing, had told the people that were doing Mike’s background checks about it, the agency knew about his crossdressing, and Miyuki. And, it didn’t seem to bother them. After he had been with the agency for a while, there was a need to do some clandestine work at the Japanese Embassy. And, that work would require an agent with Mike’s talents, but it had to be a female agent that was Japanese. There was no one in the agency that filled the bill. Except Mike, or was it Miyuki?
Mike was asked by the agency director to take on the challenge, and he accepted. Mike, with Masumi’s full support, visited a plastic surgeon that worked for the agency, and when all was said and done, Mike looked more like a Japanese woman than Masumi did. But, could still function as a husband to Masumi. As Miyuki he used the surname of Tanaka. He did his stint at the embassy, and disappeared for a while. Then it was back to the agency, but as Miyuki, and the couple started presenting as a lesbian couple, with two children.
When the children were about thirteen, Masumi and Miyuki sat them down, told them the story of a Japanese girl, an American boy, that had fallen deeply in love, and the story of their lives. This new part of the story starts before the twins were told about Mike and Aunt Mi.
Hopefully you went back and read the first five parts. They are much better than my attempt at a short background.
This story begins when the twins were about eleven.
Sam was sitting on the front steps of their Georgetown Brownstone townhouse, just staring at the street. Toshi, with a couple of her girl friends, was walking down the street, coming home from one of the other girl’s homes. They stopped in front of the steps, and one of the girls, who really liked Sam, and said “Hi Sam.”
Sam, just sat there.
Again, she said, “Hello Sam.”
Still, nothing.
Finally Toshi said, “Samuel Gifford! That’s not nice. You say hello.”
Finally Sam, looked up at the three girls, and said, “I’m sorry. I was just really thinking about something. Hi Sue. Hi Vanessa. Hi Toshi.”
“That’s better, little brother.”
Sam hated that. Toshi was only ten minutes older than he was, but she always tossed it up to him by calling him ‘little brother’. Vanessa, even though she was a year older than the twins, had always been Toshi’s friend. Sue, was just about the same age as the twins, and was also a very good friend.
“That’s all right, Toshi.”, Vanessa said, “Little brothers can be a pain.”
Sam just glared at her.
“I’ll see you guys at school tomorrow.”, Toshi said, as she started up the steps.
“Okay. See you tomorrow.”, the two girls said in unison, as the started walking down the street.
Toshi walked up the steps to where her brother was sitting, and sat next to him. They sat there in silence for a few minutes, before Toshi said, “Sam. You know Vanessa likes you. That was no way to act.”
“I’m sorry. I was just thinking about something.”
“What?”
“Nothing important.”
“I know better. I can tell . . . ”
She wasn’t able to finish her sentence, as the front door of the Brownstone opened, their mother stuck her head out, and said, “Good you’re both home. Dinner is ready. And, Aunt Mi will be home late tonight. So, come on in, and get cleaned up.”
“Okay Mom.”, they both said, as they got up, and headed inside.
Dinner was accompanied by the usual chatter about each others day. Sam was a little quieter than usual, and Toshi picked up on it. But, said nothing. The twins did the dinner clean up as usual, Sam washed, and Toshi dried. As, Masumi sat drinking a cup of tea. After they were through, they headed up to their rooms to finish any school work that they had for the next day. Toshi’s mind was still working, trying to figure out what was going on with her brother.
It took Toshi about an hour to finish her work. And, as she headed back downstairs, she walked past her brothers room, he was standing at the window staring at the street out front. She stood at the door for a few seconds, before saying, “All right little brother. Give it up.”
“What do you mean?”
“Something is bothering you. Tell me.”
“Nothing is bothering me.”
“Liar.”
“What!?”
“There is something bothering you. Tell me.”
“There isn’t.”
“Sam. You remember the psychology book on twins mom told us about?”
“Yea.”
“Remember. It said that twins are closer than anyone else.”
“Yea. So?”
“It said, that a lot of twins know when something was going on with the other twin.”
“Yea.”
“Well, this twin knows that something is going on with her brother.”
Sam finally turned around, and looked at his sister.
Toshi asked, “Sam. What’s wrong?”
“It’s dumb Paul.”
“Paul. What’s he gone, and done now?”
“It’s more like what he’s talked me into.”
“Are you two going to get into trouble?”
“Hopefully not.”
“What’s he talked you into doing?”
“It’s about a costume for the Halloween party.”
“Is that all?”
“It’s more than you think. He got me to say yes to something that I wasn’t sure about. But, now I want to say no. But, he’ll be mad at me if I do.”
“What’s he want you to do?”
“Come on in, and close the door.”
Toshi knew she wasn’t supposed to be in her brothers room with the door closed. But, his last statement had a little hint of being serious. She listened for her mom, and she heard the television downstairs. She walked into his room, quietly closed the door, sat as his desk, and said, “All right. What’s Paul gotten you into this time?”
“He talked me into a costume like he’s going to wear.”
“And?”
“He wants to dress like girls.”
Toshi giggled a little, and said, “That’s all?”
“Isn’t that enough?”
“It’s no big thing. I do it every day.”, she said as a little dig.
“You’re a girl!”
“Sorry. But, it really isn’t that big a deal. It’s just for Halloween. And, Paul is going to be doing it too.”
“I know. But, I just don’t know. What if someone recognizes me?”
“So what. It’s just a costume.”
“But, I’ll have to ask mom.”
“I think she’ll think it’s funny. She may even have fun with it.”
“You think?”
“Yea.”
“I think Aunt Mi just got home. I heard a car door.”
“I’d better get out of here.”, Toshi said, as she turned, walked out of the bedroom door, and right into her mother.
“Young lady. What are you doing in Sam’s room with the door closed?”, Masumi asked in Japanese. The twins knew she was mad.
“Mom! Ah. Ah. Sam wanted to have a private talk.”
“You both know that you’re not allowed in each others room with the door closed.”
“Yes, mother. But, it was important.”
“I don’t care how important it was. Never again. You both understand.”
“Yes, mother.”, they both answered.
“Your Aunt Mi is home. Come on downstairs, and say goodnight. Then off to bed with both of you.”
“But, mom. It’s early.”, Sam said.
Masumi just looked at him.
“Yes, mother.”, Sam said quietly.
A few days later, at dinner, the conversation turned to the Halloween party, which was only a couple of weeks away. Masumi brought up the subject of costumes for the twins, by saying, “Toshi, what do you want to be for Halloween?”
“I’m not sure mom. Some of the girls are talking about cheerleader outfits. And, I kind of thought that might be neat.”
“That just might be fun. How about you Sam?”
“I haven’t given it much thought.”
With that, Toshi kicked her brother under the table.
“Ouch. Why did you do that?”, Sam said, looking at Toshi.
Toshi just looked at him in such a way that he knew if he didn’t say something, she would.
“Paul, and I have kind of been talking about something.”
“You and Paul. He’s not going to get you into trouble again. Is he?”
“I hope not.”
“Well. What have you two been talking about?”
“Can I go as a girl?”, Sam blurted out.
Masumi looked at Miyuki. Miyuki looked at Sam, smiled, and asked, “Are you sure you want to dress up as a girl? Won’t your friends make fun of you?”
“Yes, I kind of want to. Besides Paul is going to, and we thought it would be fun to do it together.”
“Well, I guess you can.”, his mother said, “We may have to find some clothes to fit you.”
“What about Toshi’s clothes? Were the same size.”, Sam asked.
“She may not want you to wear her things”
“That’s all right mom. I don’t mind as long as he doesn’t get them dirty.”, Toshi said.
“Well I guess we know what Sam is going to be.”
After the twins went to bed, Masumi and Miyuki were sitting in the den, spending some quiet time together. Miyuki asked, “Do you think it’s a good idea to let him dress as a girl?”
“I don’t see a problem. It’s his buddy Paul’s idea, and I’ll bet they both back out before Halloween.”
“We’ll see.”, Miyuki said, with a knowing smile.
The following Saturday, Masumi cornered Sam, and asked, “Well. Are you ready?”
“Ready? Ready for what?”
“Well, Halloween is less than two weeks away. We have to find you a costume.”
“So soon?”
“Yes. We have to know what you need.”
Sam just sighed, looked at his mom a little befuddled, and said, “I guess.”
“By the way, your sister told me what the little closed door meeting was about. And, I understand your reluctance to do this. But, Paul is your best friend. And, the three of us think it might be fun.”
“Fun for who?”
“For you.”
“Yea. Right.”
“Just relax, and go with it. It’s only for one night.”
“Yea.”
“Your sister is waiting for us in her room. Come on.”
Unknown to Sam, Toshi and his mother had gone through her things, and picked out some things for him. When they walked into Toshi’s room, she was standing there with a smile on her face. Sam saw a number pieces of clothes laying on Toshi’s bed, and stopped in his tracks.
“I don’t know about this.” Sam said, and started backing out the door.
Masumi blocked his way, and said, “Sam. It’s just clothes.”
“I know. But, they’re girls’ clothes.”
“Well, that’s what you wanted for a Halloween costume. Isn’t it?”
“No. It’s Paul’s idea.”
“But, you told him that you would do it. Won’t he be disappointed?”
“Like mom said.”, Toshi chimed in, “It’s only clothes. And, it’s only for one night.”
“Yea. But, why do we have to start so early?”, Sam answered back.
“So, that we can find what looks best. And, if we need to buy anything.”. Masumi said.
“Buy anything?”
“Yes. Just incase something doesn’t fit or look right.”
“Oh, all right.”
“Come on dear.”, Masumi said, putting her arm around her son, and guiding him further into Toshi’s room, “We’ve picked out some things for you to try.”
As Sam got closer to the bed, he saw skirts, blouses, dresses, socks, shoes, and underwear. Underwear!
“Underwear. Why’s that here?”
“Honey. It goes with the other clothes.”
“I can just wear my own.”
“Sam. It just wouldn’t look right. If you bent over, and someone saw your boy’s underwear, they would make fun of you.”
“Uh. All right. I guess.”
“Go on, and get undressed.”
“Not with Toshi here!”
“Oh, little brother. You’re too modist.”, Toshi said with a big grin.
“Go on honey, wait in the hall. And, I’ll call you when he’s changed.”
“Okay, mom.”, Toshi said as she walked out of the room, and closed the door.
Sam just stood there, looking at the clothes.
“Go on honey, get undressed.”
Sam looked at his mom, and slowly started to unbutton his shirt. He dropped that on the floor. Next came his shoes, pants, and socks. All in a pile. He was standing there in only his undershorts, and t-shirt. Finally the t-shirt came off, and was added to the pile. And, he just stood there.
Masumi finally said, “Go on. Take off your shorts.”
“Mom. I need something to put on.”
Masumi walked over to the bed, and picked up a pair of panties, and handed them to Sam. He took them, a little reluctantly, and just looked at them. They were cotton like his own underwear, but were pink, with little flowers, and a narrow waist band.
“Go on, honey. Put them on.”
He looked at her, turned his back to her, slipped off his underpants, stepped into the panties, and slowly pulled them up. Finally when he turned back around, Masumi said to him, “Now, that wasn’t so bad. Was it?”
“I guess not. But, pink, with little flowers?”
“I think they’re cute.”
“Uh huh.”
“Toshi. Come on back in.”, Masumi called through the door.
Toshi opened the door, walked in, saw the pile of clothes on the floor, put her hands on her hips, and said, “Boys! They never hang up their clothes.” Then looking at her brother, with a grin, she added, “My pink panties look very nice on you little brother.”
He frowned at her.
Masumi picked up something else from the bed, and handed it to Sam, saying, “Here honey, put this on.”
“What is it?”
“A training bra.”
“A training bra! No way.”
“Honey. You’ll need it to look proper under a blouse or dress. It won’t bite.”
He looked at it. Looked at his mother, and said, “How?”
She chuckled a little. And, Toshi put her hand over her mouth to hide a giggle.
“Here I’ll help you.”, Masumi said, as she helped him into the strange piece of clothing. “Okay, socks next.”
Toshi handed Sam a pair of ankle socks. They were white with a pink cuff, which had embroidered red hearts running all the way around the cuff, and a bit of lace. He sat on her bed, just looking at them, and finally slipping them on his feet.
From that point on they tried on a number of skirt and blouse combinations, and party dresses. The dress that looked the best was a very light blue dress with white trim, the skirt flared out, and it ended just above the knees. The skirt and blouse that looked the best was a white blouse with a pretty ruffles, and a pleated, dark red, plaid skirt. Next were the shoes.
All the dress shoes that Toshi had, are the typical type that young girls wear, low heals, black patten leather, with a strap. And, try as they would, none of them would fit Sam. He smiled to himself, and thought, ‘Good. Maybe I can get out of this whole mess.’
“I guess I can’t do this. None of Toshi’s shoes fit me.”, Sam said.
“We’ll just add this to our shopping list.”, Masumi said.
“Shopping lists?”
“Sure. We’re going shopping this afternoon for what you need.”
“Shopping?”
“Great! That will be fun.”, Toshi said.
“Shopping for what?”
“Well shoes for one.”, Masumi said. “And, a wig.”
“A wig! That’s it. I’m done. I’m not wearing a wig.”
“Sam! Do you want to do Halloween with Paul or not? You’re acting like this is some big thing. It’s a costume. Something you are going to wear once. It’s supposed to be a fun thing. And, you’re not making it fun!”, Masumi said, as she turned and walked out of Toshi’s room, leaving the door open.
Sam just watched his mom walk out of the room. He knew she was upset with him, he sat down hard on the bed, and began to cry. Toshi had also turned to look at her mother, when she turned around, she was going to yell at her brother for upsetting everything. But, as she turned to face him, she saw that he was crying, and couldn’t bring herself to yell. She walked over to the bed, sat down next to him, and put her arm around him.
He looked at her, and said, “I’ve messed this up big time, haven’t I? Mom’s mad at me. I know you are.”
“Yea. I guess you did mess this up.”, Toshi started in. “I was going to really yell at you for being such a big baby over such a little thing. But, I think that you’re feeling bad enough. Mom was willing to go the whole way with you on this. But, I think you blew it, and now she’s done with it. I’m mad, but I’m more disappointed. You know that this is a one time thing. It’s a costume. So what if it’s to look like a girl. It’s only for a few hours.”
He looked up at his sister. The tears were just running down his cheeks. Toshi hugged him, and held him for a minute. She heard him sniffling, and trying to stop crying. She whispered to him, “It’ll be all right. Mom will get over it. It may take a little while. But, it will be fine.”
He sat back, looked at her, and said, “Toshi you really are a neat sister.”
She smiled at him, and said, “I’ll leave, and you can change back into your clothes. Just leave mine on the bed.”
She turned to walk out of her room. And, Sam said, “Wait.”
“Wait?”
“Yea.”
“For what?”
“I... I...”
Toshi stood there and looked at her brother, waiting for him to finish his sentence.
“I... I want you and mom to help me finish.”
“Are you sure?”
“Yes. I have been a big baby about this. And, you’re right, it’s only a costume, and only for a short time. Ask mom for me, please?”
“You need to ask her yourself.”
“Please?”
“Oh, all right. Stay here.”
Toshi turned, walked out the door, turned left, and there stood her mother with a finger to her lips. Toshi smiled, when she realized that her mother had been outside the door the whole time, and had heard the whole conversation.
Masumi whispered, “Lets wait a couple of minutes, and then go back in.”
After a short time, Toshi and her mother walked back into Toshi’s bedroom. Sam looked at them, and Masumi said, “I hear that there is something that you want to ask me?”
“Yea. I’ve been a baby about this whole thing. Toshi got me to see that it’s only a costume, and only for a short time. And, I’ve ruined the whole thing.”
“And?”
“I do want to do this. It will be a neat costume. Will you please help me?”
“Only if you promise to behave yourself. No more tantrums. Understood?”
“Yes, mom. I promise.”
“All right. Go into the bathroom, and wash your face with cold water. Then come back, and put your own clothes back on. But, leave the ankle socks on. Toshi and I are going to fix a little lunch, and then we’re going shopping.”
“Shoes, and wig?”
“Yes.”
“Okay.”
After lunch the three piled into the car, and headed to one of the mall. Sam was very nervous about this shopping trip. They arrived at the mall, and found one of the shoe stores that carry the type of shoes, that his mother thought would look the best. As they walked into the store, a sales lady met them, and said, “Can I help you find anything?”
Masumi, as she put her hand around Sam, said, “Yes. We’re looking for a pair of girls, low heel, black dress shoes that will fit him. He’s dressing up as a girl for Halloween, and we don’t have any that are his size.”
Sam wanted to run out of the store, but remember his promised, and just turned red.
“A girl for Halloween. That should be cute. And, I think that I just have what you’re looking for. Right over here.”, the sales lady said, as she started walking to the girls area of the store. She showed them a pair of classic Mary Jane’s in black with a strap, and one inch heel. And, another pair without a strap. Toshi saw a pair of pair of boots with big chunky heels, and thought to herself, ‘These would look good on him. And, then I could have them.’ But, she figured that she had better not say anything.
The sales lady helped them find the right size, and try on a couple of pairs, before Masumi was happy with the shoes. They settled for the Mary Jane’s with the strap. As they were walking out of the store, the sales lady said, “Have fun dressing up young man. And, I really love your socks.”
Sam turned around, and gave her a half-hearted smile.
They got back in the car and headed to a strip mall, about 10 miles from the big mall. Masumi pulled up in front of a very large costume shop, Mr. Fun’s Services. They where a little busy, as Halloween was less than two weeks away, so the three of them walked around looking at the various things. Masumi found a very feminine mask for Sam, it was pink, with rhinestones, a couple of feathers, and just covered the eyes. They then found the area where the wigs were. And, since Sam’s hair was black, they looked at black wigs. But, most were for a larger, adult, head. Finally a salesman came over, and asked if he could help.
Masumi, looking at Sam, said, “We’re looking for a girl’s wig, that will fit him.”
“No problem. They are right here.”
He showed them where the smaller sized wigs were. The salesman had Sam sit in a tall chair, and he and Masumi then went to pick out a couple of wigs. They came back with two, both black, one short, one long. The salesman placed something over Sam’s hair, telling him it was a wig cap to help hold his hair out of the way. Then he carefully placed the shorter wig on Sam’s head, and brushed it out a little. Then they tried the longer wig. Sam just sat there, and put up with the fittings.
Masumi told the salesman, “I think the longer one is better, but it needs something.”
“These can be styled a little bit, even though they’re synthetic.”
“Can you do that here?”
“No. But, I can give you the name of a salon nearby that can. And, they accept walk ins.”
“Good. We’ll take the wig, and a wig cap.”
As they were walking out of the costume shop, Sam asked, “We’re going home. Aren’t we?”
“No. Not yet.”, Masumi responded, “We need to get the wig styled.”
“We’re just dropping it off. Right?”
“Probably not. They will need to see it on you.”
“Oh.”
They drove the short distance to another smaller strip mall, and parked in front of Ruth’s House of Beauty. Sam was a little more than reluctant to get out of the car, and go into the shop. But, Toshi reminded him of his promise by saying, “Remember what you promised mom. This won’t hurt, and shouldn’t take long.”
The three of them walked into the shop, which had only two operators, and one customer. The woman, who appeared to be the owner, greeted the trio with a pleasant, “Hello ladies, and sir. My name is Ruth. What can I do for you?”
“One of the salesmen at Mr. Fun’s said that you could style a wig for us.”, Masumi replied.
“I sure can. Let me see it.”
Masumi handed Ruth the bag, she removed the wig, shook it out, and looked at it. Then looked at Toshi, and said, “Young lady. I don’t know why you need a wig like this. Your hair is very beautiful. But, jump up in my chair, and we’ll see what we can do.”
Toshi got a big smile on her face, looked at Sam, and said, “It’s not for me. It’s for Sam.”
“For Sam?”
“Yes. He’s going as a girl for Halloween.”
Ruth looked at Masumi. She smiled, and nodded yes.
“Well then, Sam. Up in my chair, and we’ll see what we can do for you.”
Sam looked like a scared rabbit, ready to run, but got up in the chair. Ruth carefully put the wig cap over Sam’s hair, tucking it all in, then also carefully placed the wig on Sam’s head, and used bobby pins to hold it in place. She stood in front of him, looked carefully at him, then smiled. Ruth looked at Masumi, and asked, “Do you mind if I cut it?”
“No. Not at all. The man at Mr. Fun’s said you were good with wigs.”
“I’m going to have to send him a thank you card.”, Ruth said with a grin. And, went to work on the wig. Masumi and Toshi went, and sat in the waiting area.
Sam had his first, and he hoped his last haircut at a beauty parlor.
When Ruth had finished, she called Masumi and Toshi over for a look. Toshi’s hand went to her mouth to hide a smile, and Masumi just smiled. Toshi thought to her self, ‘If I didn’t know that was Sam, I’d think it was a real girl.’
Masumi said, “Very nice Ruth. That cut fits his face just perfectly.”
“Thank you. The wigs they carry, even though they are synthetic, are good ones. And, are easy to work with. I want you to get two different sprays, one is a cleaner for the wig, the other is a special hair spray. If you use regular hair spray, it will ruin the wig.”
“Can I see?”, Sam asked.
“Oh. Sorry Sam.”, Ruth said, as she turned the chair to face the mirror.
Sam’s eyes got very big. He couldn’t believe what he was seeing. He knew it was him. But, him with long hair, done in a feminine style. He did look more like a girl than a boy.
“Are you going to wear it home?”, Ruth asked him.
“No way!”
“I think you should. You look cute.”, Toshi added.
Sam glared at her. Ruth smiled, looked at Masumi, and said, “A little reluctant about being a girl for Halloween?”
“More than a little. But, it was his idea. Well really one of his buddies ideas.”
“I think he’ll pass. He looks good right now.”
“We do to. It’s just getting him to relax about it.”
Ruth carefully removed the hair pins, then the wig, and placed the wig on a Styrofoam form. She then brushed out Sam’s hair. And, as Masumi was paying the bill, Ruth handed her the two cans of spray, and said, “Be sure to use these on the wig instead of your regular sprays.”
Masumi handed the wig form to Sam, and said, “You can carry this. Be careful. Ruth did a really nice job.” Then looking at Ruth, she said, “Thank you very much!”
“You’re very welcome. And, Sam, have fun being a girl for Halloween.”
Sam, turned, and looked at Ruth, and said, “Yea. Thanks.”
Ruth just smiled.
After they arrived home, Masumi had Sam take the wig and shoes to his room, and carefully put them away. Sam then went out to find his friends, and play away what was left of Saturday.
Nothing more was said for the next week, except that every time Sam saw the wig, or shoes, he shook his head, wondered how he had gotten into this, and then he would remember Paul. He should be mad at Paul for getting him into this. But, Paul was his best friend. Friend?
The Saturday before Halloween was rainy, so everyone was at home, and not long after breakfast Masumi went, found the twins, and told them, “Sam. I think we need to get you dressed up, and see how things look.”
“Can’t we just do that at Halloween?”
“No. That would rush us to much.”
With a deep sigh, Sam said, “All right.”
He couldn’t see Toshi, who was standing behind him, with a big grin on her face.
The twins followed their mother up to Toshi’s room. And, Masumi said, “Toshi. Would you get out the underwear that we used last weekend, and the blue party dress?”
“Yes, mother.” And, she pulled the pink panties, training bra, and ankle socks out of her drawers, and laid them on her bed. Then went to her closet, retrieved the dress, and placed it on the bed.
Before his mother could say anything, Sam said, “I know. Get undressed, and put on the underwear. But, Toshi has to leave first.”
“All right, I’ll leave.”, Toshi said, with a fake hurt look.
“Toshi. Go to my room, and get the bag I showed you. Then go to your brothers room, and bring back the wig, wig cap, spray, and shoes.”
“Yes, mother.”, Toshi said, as she walked out of her room, and closed the door.
Sam, again, reluctantly removed his clothes, and put on the pantie. But, he looked at the training bra, then his mother, and she said, “Need help?”
“Yea.”
Masumi helped Sam put on the training bra, with a comment of “It really isn’t that hard.”
There was a knock on the door, along with, “Can I come in?”
“Yes.”, Masumi said.
The door opened, and Toshi walked in carrying everything. She set the shoes on the floor, and the wig, on its form, on her dressing table, along with the other items.
“Come on Sam. Sit at your sisters dressing table, so that I can work on you.”, Masumi said.
Sam looked at his mother like he was going to walk the last mile. But, he walked over, and sat on the bench. She walked over, bent down, and said, “It’s not that bad.”
She then took the wig cap, carefully placed it on his head, and tucked all his hair under it. Sam figured that the next thing was going to be the wig, but was he wrong! Masumi picked up the bag that she had Toshi bring in, and removed a number of makeup items from it. Nail polish, a very light brown eyebrow pencil, a container of very light blush, a tube of lipstick, powder, and a few brushes.
Sam looked at the items, and said, “What’s that for?”
“For you.”
“For what?”
“To make you look like a girl.”
“All that?”
“It’s not much.”
“Oh.”
She took the bottle of nail polish, and shook it. He looked at her very questioningly, like is this really necessary. She just smiled, as she took his right hand, and carefully did each of his nails in a pearlescent pink. Then she did his left hand. She said, “Don’t touch anything, or we’ll have to start over.”
Then she went to work on his face. A very light touch of eyebrow pencil, to just give them some shape. Then a dusting of powder, to just smooth things out. A light touch of blush, for just a hint of cheekbone. Then the lipstick, a pink that matched the nail polish. When she was done with his face, she put a second coat of polish on his nails.
Then came the wig. She carefully placed it on his head, adjusted it, and used a couple of bobby pins to hold it in place. She brushed it out, trying to get the same look Ruth had, and then used a little spray on it to hold it in place. She looked at it, and looked pleased.
Next was the dress. She helped him into it, zipped up the back zipper, and buttoned the little button at the top. Then came the shoes, Sam did these himself, but had problems keeping the dress out of the way.
Masumi and Toshi stood back, and took a long look. Masumi said, “Something is missing? Jewelry. We need just a little jewelry.”
“A small chain neckless would look cute.”, Toshi added.
“Yes. And, some small earrings.”
“All of mine are for pierced ears.”
“You’re not piercing my ears!”, Sam yelled.
“No. No. No. We won’t do that.”, Masumi responded.
“I know!”, Toshi said, “Remember that pair of small studs with a magnetic backs, that look like pierced, that you got me a long time ago. I still have those somewhere.”
“Go find them. And, bring a neckless of some kind.”
Toshi started hunting in her dressing table. First she found a neckless. It had a small gold chain, with a gold heart on it. Then after doing some digging, she came up with the earrings. She walked up behind her brother, and placed the neckless around his neck, and fastened the clasp. He just stood there, not really happy with all the fuss, but taking it as he had promised. Toshi, then placed an earring on his left ear, then his right. Masumi, who was still standing back, smiled, and nodded yes.
“Come with me.”, Masumi said to Sam, crooking her finger.
Sam followed his mother to her bedroom. They had a full length mirror on the back of their closet door, Masumi guided Sam to the door, and then opened it. Sam just stood there. He saw a young girl looking back at him. A young girl that looked a little like Toshi. Then, he saw his mother’s and Toshi’s reflection in the mirror, and they were just beaming.
“Lets go show Aunt Mi.”, Toshi said, with a little to much enthusiasm for Sam’s liking. She took his hand, led him downstairs, and toward the den, where Aunt Mi had been doing some work. As the three of them walked into the den, Toshi said, “Aunt Mi. Look.”
Miyuki looked up from the desk, stared for a minute, a big smile spread over her face, as she said, “Is this my new nice?”
Sam looked at her, and said, “No way. This is only for Halloween.”
“Okay. But, we can’t call you Sam, when you look this pretty.”
“I know.”, Toshi said, “We can call him Samantha.”
“Samantha? No way. My name’s Sam.”
“Toshi. Now that we know that the look will work for Halloween, take Sam back upstairs, and help him get undressed. Be sure everything is hung up, and put away. And, help him remove the makeup, and nail polish.”, Masumi said.
“Yes, mother. Come on Sam.”
After the twins were out of ear shot, Masumi said to Miyuki, “What did you really think?”
“He looked good. In fact he looked just like a girl.”
“He looked almost too good. But, maybe it’s because he hasn’t reached puberty yet.”
“That could be. You don’t think he’ll join the family tradition of his grandfather, and me. Do you?”
“I doubt it. With as much fuss as he’s put up over doing this just for Halloween. I’d better go check on them. I’ll be really surprised if he goes through with it, even though he promised.”
The following Saturday was the Halloween party, and a little trick-or-treating in the neighborhood. So, shortly after lunch, the twins started getting ready. Masumi helped Sam with his dress, makeup, and wig. He was very nervous about this whole thing.
“Mom?”
“Yes honey?”
“I know that I promised that I’d do this. But, I don’t think I can. I feel like I’m going to be sick.”
“Honey. It’s just nerves. You’ll be just fine.”
“But, what about the other kids?”
“What about them?”
“They’ll think I’m a sissy, and make fun of me.”
“Honey. It’s a costume, and all the other children will be in costume. In fact, I’ll make a bet with you?”
“What?”
“I’ll bet that you won’t be made fun of. In fact, I’ll bet you, that with the mask on, no one, unless someone tells, will even know that it’s you.”
“Really?”
“Yes. You really do look good.”
“What’s the bet?”
“If you get made fun of, I’ll do your chores for a month.”
“And, if I don’t?”
“You do Toshi’s chores for a week.”
“You’re really sure. Aren’t you, mom?”
“Yes, honey. I am.”
“All right. It’s a bet.”
Masumi carefully placed the mask on Sam’s face, trying not to mess up his hair. She said, “Come on into my room, and have another look in the mirror.”
He followed his mother, and stood in front of the mirror. Masumi said, “Tell me who you see?”
“I see a girl. A girl in a dress, and a mask. But, I know it’s me.”
“If you didn’t know it was you. Would you know it was you?”
“I don’t think so.”
“See. I told you. Now, I want you to have fun. Paul, and his dad, will be here soon to pick you up, so just relax.”
The two of them went downstairs, to where Miyuki, and Toshi, in her cheerleader’s costume, were waiting for her friends to pick her up. Toshi saw her brother first, and said, “Wow! Little sister, you look great.”
Sam glared at her, and said, “I’m not your sister.”
“Tonight you are. Samantha.”
“Ugh!”
Miyuki said, “Sam, it might be good to go by Samantha tonight. You look more like a Samantha, then a Sam.”
“Oh, all right.”, Sam said, as he flopped on the couch.
“Samantha!”, Toshi said, “I thought that I told you to sweep your skirt under you when you sat. And, a girl doesn’t flop.”
“I forgot.”
“Don’t forget while you’re out.”
The doorbell rang, Miyuki answered it, it was Paul and his dad. Paul looked like a boy dressed like a girl. Miyuki said, “Sam. Paul’s here.”
Sam walked up behind Miyuki, saw Paul, and felt a knot in his stomach. Paul looked like a boy in a dress. Paul asked, “Where’s Sam?”
“This is Sam.”, Miyuki said.
“No way.”
“It’s me.”, Sam said.
“Wow. I thought you were a real girl.”
Paul’s dad said to Miyuki, “I thought so too.”
The night was a little cool, so Miyuki retrieved one of Toshi’s coats from the closet, and placed it around Sam’s shoulders. Gave him a kiss on the cheek, and said, “You kids have fun.”
Masumi and Miyuki stood, and watched them walk down the street, and Masumi whispered to Miyuki, “The nut doesn’t fall far from the tree.”
It wasn’t much later that Toshi’s friends showed up. And, Vanessa asked, “I thought that Sam was going with us?”
“He left a little while ago.”, Toshi responded.
“We passed Paul, his dad, and a girl, walking down the street. Paul was dressed as a girl, but it wasn’t very good. The girl was cute. Too cute for Paul.”
“We’d better get going, or we’re going to be late.”, Toshi said, with a knowing smile, as she hustled the girls out the door, and tried not to tell them that the girl was really Sam.
Masumi and Miyuki settled down, and waited for the twins to return. It would be around seven, after the trick-or-treating, and party.
About seven, they heard the chattering of a group of girls at the front door. The door opened, and Toshi, Vanessa, and Sue entered the house, as only three preteen girls can. They could tell that the three had, had a great time. They were all chattering at the same time, trying to tell what had gone on. Masumi finally got them quitted down long enough for Toshi to tell them about it. It was funny. She never mentioned anything about Sam. The two girls stayed about ten minutes, and then ran out, after saying that they both had to be home early.
Masumi asked Toshi, “Ah. Did you see your brother?”.
“Yea.”
“Well?”
“When I saw him, it looked like he might be having fun. He stood in a corner for a while, but a couple of girls started talking with him, and then I saw him only once in a while. There was a ton of kids there. I never did talk to him. But, Paul just hung on him.”
Just then the front door opened, and they heard Sam say, “Thank you Mr. Robinson. See you tomorrow sometime Paul. Bye.”
Sam bounced into the room. And, sat very properly on the overstuffed chair, and removed his mask. The three real girls just looked at him. He finally said, “Hi.”
“Hi yourself.”, Miyuki said, “It looks like you might have had a good time?”
“Yea. Sort of.”
“Want to tell us?”
“Later. But, I’ll be doing Toshi’s chores for a week.”
“What?”, Toshi asked.
“Mom and I had a bet, and if I lost I would do your chores for a week.”
“So, you lost? And, you are going to be doing my chores for a week.”
“Yea.”
“Yes! No chores for a week.”
“Why don’t you two go, get changed, and I’ll make some pop corn.”, Masumi said.
Toshi got up, waited for her brother, who was just sitting there, looking at the floor. Masumi asked, “Something wrong, honey?”
“No.”
“Well, go on upstairs and get changed.”
“Do I have to?”
Masumi looked at Miyuki. Miyuki shrugged her shoulders.
“I guess not. Buy why?”
“We went to all this trouble, and it seems a waste to end it so soon.”
“Really?”
“Yes. But, can I put on the red skirt, and blouse?”
“Only if it’s all right with Toshi.”
He looked at Toshi with a questioning look.
She just said, “Why not.”
Sam got up, ran upstairs, with Toshi on his heels.
Miyuki looked at Masumi, and said, “Oops.”
“Don’t jump to conclusions. It may just be that he feels comfortable right now. And, as he said, it was a lot of work.”
“We’ll see.”
About fifteen minutes later, the twins came back down. Now looking more like identical twins, than fraternal twins. Sam was dressed in the white blouse, and the pleated, dark red, plaid skirt. And, it looked as if he had freshened his pink lipstick. He sat back down, just as a girl would, sweeping the skirt under him.
Toshi finally said, “So, when are you starting on my chores?”
“Tomorrow, I guess. You know I was really nervous about this whole thing. I thought I was going to get sick, really sick. But, once I saw Paul, and how bad he looked, I was more worried for him, and I started to relax. Especially after his dad told me that he really thought that I was a girl when he first saw me.
“We went trick-or-treating on the way to the party, and a number of people told me how nice I looked. I really started to relax, and have fun. Paul and I also decided that we should tell everyone that I was his cousin, Samantha from North Carolina, up for a visit. But, when we got to the party, I got really nervous again, and just stood in a corner. Paul just hung around me the whole time.
“A couple of girls from my class walked over to me, and I almost freaked. But, Paul told them about my being his cousin, and that I was shy. So, the girls took me under their wing. We talked a little, danced a little, and talked a lot more. They did most of the talking. And, when I talked, I talked very quietly, like Toshi told me to. So, I guess I didn’t sound like me.
“A couple of boys started to make fun of Paul. I just glared at them, and one of the other girls, just told them that he had more guts than they did, and to leave him alone. They just snickered, and walked away. I took Paul aside, and told him, ‘Look. Like my mother told me, it’s just a costume. You thought it would be fun, and I think you’re having fun. So, just ignore those guys, and have fun.’ He came back with, ‘But, you’re so pretty. And, I look like a fool.’ I told him, ‘You don’t look like a fool. I look this way because my mom and sister went overboard making me look like a girl. Tomorrow, I’ll be back to the old Sam. No more Samantha.’
“When the party was over, we just walked home. Mr. Robinson just couldn’t get over how much I looked like a girl, and said so a number of times.”
“Toshi and I went overboard making you look like a girl?”, Masumi asked.
“I was just trying to make Paul feel better.”
“Did it?”
“I think. But, it was good that the party was almost over when all that happened to him.”
“So, you had fun?”
“I guess.”
The four of them sat and chatted about many things over the next few hours. When it was finally time for bed, it appeared to Masumi that Sam was a little reluctant to go up to bed, and change.
As the twins reached the top of the stairs. Toshi asked, “All right little brother. What’s going on?”
“What?”
“You fought hard when mom was working on you. And, when you got home, I figured that you’d run right to your room to change. You wanted to change all right, but into another one of my skirts and blouses. Why?”
“I don’t know. I guess, it just felt good, and I got comfortable with the clothes. I just wanted to try something else.”
“Okay.”, Toshi said. But, was still wondering. “Come on in the bathroom, and I’ll help you get the nail polish, and makeup off. If you want me to?”
“Yes. I want you to.”
The rest of the school year went along normally. No more talk about Sam dressing in his sisters clothes. But, Toshi did notice a few times, when she got really dressed up to go somewhere, that Sam looked at her a little longingly. And, there where times when some of her things would not be where she left them. Or, things would disappear, and reappear. She never said anything to anyone about it. Except . . .
Toward the end of the school year, they had to take proficiency exams, and Sam was very nervous about them. Then the morning of the exams, Toshi felt that Sam was relaxed. More relaxed than he had been in a week. As they were walking to school, Toshi asked, “You were really nervous about the exams yesterday. But, this morning you’re more relaxed than I’ve seen you in awhile. What gives?”
“Ah . . . Nothing.”
“Wrong, little brother. What gives?”
“Nothing.”
“You borrowed some of my things again. Didn’t you?”
“Borrowed some of your things! No. I never . . . ”, Sam argued. Turning red at the same time.
“Little brother. I know that you have been into my things off and on ever since Halloween.”
“No, I haven’t.”
“Remember the twin thing? I can tell that something is going on. I’m not mad. Just tell me.”
“Okay. I love your things. They’re so pretty, and soft. And, I feel good wearing them. I feel good inside.”
“And . . .”
“And, I was so wound up yesterday, that I needed some way to relax. So, last night I took one of your nightgowns, and a pair of your panties. And, I wore them to bed. I actually slept good. And, I’m still wearing your panties. There, tell mom on me.”
“Little brother. I’m not going to tell mom. Maybe you should. But, I’m not going to.”
“Why not?”
“Because I don’t have a problem with it. As long as, you don’t get my things dirty. And, they are only clothes. But . . . ”
“But, what?”
“I’d be careful that no one else finds out.”
Just before the twin’s thirteenth birthday, Masumi and Miyuki decided it was time to tell them about the family secret. Well, as much as they could tell them. The twins were very mature for twelve year olds, and Masumi and Miyuki figured that they would understand. In addition, they had a surprise for them.
One Sunday evening, after dinner, Masumi called the twins into the living room, and had them sit together. The twins knew that it was time for a family talk, they had, had these before.
Masumi told the twins, that what they were about to hear was to go no further. That if it did, people could get hurt. That it was something that was to be kept among the four of them. The twins, both looking as serious as twelve year olds could, agreed that they could keep a secret.
Masumi took out a photo album that the children had never seen, and set it on the coffee table in front of them. She sat crossed legged on the floor in front of the coffee table facing the twins. While showing them the pictures in the album, she started telling them the story of a Japanese girl and an American boy, that had met in high school, when the girl was an exchange student. She told them how they had fallen deeply in love. How he had told her about his love of wearing girls clothes. How she had helped him bring out his feminine side. Their travels in Japan. Their marriage. How he had started living full time as a Japanese girl. And, finally how he had helped his country and Japan.
As Masumi was telling the story, you could first see a look of puzzlement on the twin's faces. Then, Toshi got a little smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye when she looked at Aunt Mi. Sam was still thinking this all over, and when Masumi was done, he said, "Mom. That sounds like you and dad. Except for the part about crossdress . . . " He looked at his Aunt Mi, then Masumi, then whispered something to Toshi. Toshi whispered something back.
Masumi said, "Sam, you know it's not polite to whisper. Do you have something to share?"
"Yes, mom. I think that Aunt Mi is really dad. And, so does Toshi. Is she?"
"Yes."
The twins sat, and just looked at their Aunt Mi. Finally Toshi got up, walked over to Miyuki, wrapped her arms around her neck, gave her a big hug, and whispered, "I love you."
"I love you too, Toshi.", Miyuki whispered back.
As Toshi stood back, there was a tear in her eye.
"What's wrong honey?", Miyuki asked.
"I'm just so happy. I thought that dad had left us, or that something bad had happened to him. And, now I have a dad and an aunt. Even though they are the same person." Toshi again gave Miyuki a hug, and a kiss on the cheek.
Masumi looked at Sam, and said, "Honey, do you have anything to say?"
Like a typical pre-teen boy, Sam said, "I think this is cool."
"Cool?"
"Yea. My dad is here, but he's really my aunt."
"That's not strange to you?"
"Yea. It’s strange. But, he wasn't afraid to be who he really is. And, he helped the country by doing it.” Sam then walked over, and gave Miyuki a big hug.
Masumi got up, walked over to the twins and Miyuki, and said, "We need to continue the family tradition that Grandma Gifford first showed me."
"What's that mom?", Toshi asked.
"A family hug.", she replied, as she wrapped her arms around Miyuki and the twins, and they responded, by wrapping their arms around each others. Of course, Sam being a boy, tickled his sister, making her laugh.
"Now, remember you two. No one! And, I mean no one! Can ever know what we've told you. Understood?"
"Yes, mommy.", the twins said in unison.
Toshi continued, "Mommy, some of the kids at school say that you and Aunt Mi are lesbians."
"Well, now you know the truth. That's what's important. And, I think we'll just go on letting them think that. Don't you?"
"Yea. Our family secret."
As had been the custom of our family of four, once the twins were old enough to travel, they would visit with Miyuki’s family for a week, and then fly to Japan, to spend a couple of weeks with Masumi’s family. The twins, had picked up Japanese as a second language. They were very fluent in it, as well as being able to read and write it. But, their parents had been sure that English was their first language.
“Do you think we should tell them the other thing?”, Miyuki, with a big grin, asked Masumi.
“I don’t know. Maybe we should keep it a secret until later.”
“What? What? Tell us. Please.”, the twins said together.
“Calm down you two, and sit back down. We thought that you might like to do something really special this Summer, as part of your thirteenth birthday.”
“What? What?”
“Your Aunt Mi, and I, thought that you might like to spend the Summer in Japan with your Aunt
Sachiko, Uncle Jeremi, and your cousins.”
“Oh wow! Cool!”
“So, I guess from that outburst, you two would like that?”
“That would be so cool! A whole Summer with Sobo (grandmother), Sofu (grandfather), Oda (aunt) Sachiko, Oji (uncle) Jeremi, Aiko, Kioko, and Taro.”, Toshi said very excitedly. “I really love going there.”
“We know you do. You both do. So, you think you’ll be able to give up your friends for the Summer?”
“Yea.”, Sam said. “It’ll be fun being in Japan. Are you going to be there the whole time?”
“No. We’ll fly over with you. But, we’re only staying two weeks. Then at the end of Summer, you two can fly back alone. And, Akio, if things work out for her, maybe coming back with you. She has applied for a high school exchange student opening here in Washington.”
“Alone! Oh neat. Aiko, would she be staying with us?”, Toshi asked.
“No. She would be staying with a host family. It’s part of the experience. Sometime ask your mother about it. She had a great time with the Gordons’. But, we would be seeing a lot of her.”, Miyuki said.
Later, Toshi called her two closest friends, Sue, and Vanessa, and told them about the planned summer in Japan. When she was talking with Vanessa, Vanessa asked, “Is Sam going to be gone all summer, too?”
“Of course he is. Why?”, Toshi replied.
“Oh nothing. I’ll just miss you guys. The summer is a long time.”, Vanessa said with a sad note in her voice.
“Do I hear some sadness?“
“Sure. We’ve always had a lot of fun during the summers. It won’t be the same around here without you guys.”
“Will you miss both of us? Or, more Sam than me?”, Toshi said with a knowing smile.
“Of course, both of you.”
“Uh huh.”
“What?”
“I’ll bet you’ll miss Sam, more than you’ll miss me?”
“No. I’ll miss both of you.”
“Nessa. I know that you like Sam.”
“Sure. He’s a really nice boy.”
“Nessa. This is Toshi you’re talking to. I know how you like to be near him when we’re together. How, you’re always looking for him. How, you always try to walk home from school with him. Trying to hide it all the time, because you’re a year older than he is. Be honest.”
“Maybe a little.”
“A little? More than a little?”
“All right. Yes. I’ll miss him more than a little. Please don’t tell him.”
“You know I won’t, but maybe you should. But, I’ll email you guys all the time we’re gone, and I’ll keep you up to date as to what he’s doing.”
The twins thirteenth birthday party was a really successful one. You only become a teenager once. All of their friends were there. Toward the end of the party, Sam went into the kitchen, and Vanessa followed him. They chatted a bit, then Vanessa handed Sam a little package, saying, “Open this after everyone has left, and you’re alone.” Then she kissed him on the cheek, and ran back out of the kitchen. Sam stood there, not knowing what to think. He touched the place on his cheek where Vanessa had kissed him, his first kiss from someone not a relative. He thought, ‘That felt nice.’ He then looked at the small, nicely wrapped present, and slipped it into his pocket.
Shortly after everyone had left, he was sitting on his bed, and looking at the present. He slowly unwrapped it, opened the little box, and just looked at it. Toshi was walking by his door, and looked in. She saw the small box, and asked, “What’s that?”
“Vanessa gave it to me when we were alone.”
“Can I see?”
“Sure.”
Toshi walked over, sat next to her brother, and looked at the contents of the box. And, then at him. She smiled, and said, “I promised Vanessa that I wouldn’t tell you. But, you do know, that she really likes you.”
“What?”
“Nessa really likes you.”
“Yea. She gave me a kiss, too.”
“Oh . . . ”
“Only on the cheek. Don’t tell.”
“I won’t. What’s the card say?”
“What card?”
“This one, silly.”, Toshi said, pulling a small card out of the box, and handing it to Sam.
Sam opened it. It just said, ‘This is just something to remember me by while you’re in Japan. Nessa.’
Sam was a little confused, and asked, “Why would a girl give me something like this?”
“Because she likes you.”
“She doesn’t likes me.”
“Yes, she does. Actually, she like you a lot. Why do you think she gave you that? I think she has always had something special for you. You should have heard how sad she got when I told her we were going to spend the summer in Japan.”
“Probably because you’re going to be gone.”
“Nope. She admitted to me that it was because you were going to be gone.”
“Oh.”
Sam slowly pulled the silver chain out of the box, and looked at the two dog tags that were attached to it. One simply said, “Sam”, and the other just said, “Nessa.” He looked at Toshi, and said, “I don’t wear jewelry?”
Toshi with a little smile, said, “This is more of a friendship thing. Maybe a special friendship, she only lets special people call her Nessa.”
“Oh.”
“Are you going to wear it?”
“I’m not sure.”
“Nessa will be disappointed if you don’t.”
Sam slowly slipped the chain over his head, and slipped the dog tags under his shirt.
The remainder of the school year slipped by, and the four were leaving for Grandma Gifford’s the Sunday after school was out. So, a small goodbye party was planned for everyone’s closest friends on the Friday before. Sam, Paul, and a couple of Sam’s other friends were playing computer games. Toshi, Vanessa, Sue, and a couple of Toshi’s other friends were listening to CDs’, and talking. Masumi, Miyuki, and some of their friends were in the den talking.
Vanessa hung around after the party, helping Toshi, and Sam clean up. Masumi and Miyuki were still talking with Vanessa’s parents. As Toshi, and Vanessa were putting food away, Vanessa whispered to Toshi, “Do you think I could get Sam alone for a minute?”
“Sure. Why?”
“I have something for him.”
“You already gave him something.”
“I know. But, this is special.”
Toshi, smiled a knowing smile, and said, “Just grab him the next time he comes in the kitchen, and take him out back.”
Within a few minutes, Sam walked back in the kitchen with a couple plates of food. As he set them on the counter, Vanessa sidled up to him, took his arm, and quietly said, “Come on.”
“Huh?”, was all that Sam could say.
Vanessa led Sam out the back door, and closed it behind them. She turned him, so that they were face to face, in the small alcove that protected the door. He started to say something, but she stopped him, by kissing him. Not a kiss on the cheek, but one on his lips. He was utterly surprised by this. She broke the kiss, and pulled him close in a very tight hug. He couldn’t help it, but he also held her tight. She whispered in his ear, “I’ll miss you.”
He pushed her back a little, so that he could look at her, and said, “I’ll miss you too.” Then he pulled her closer, and kissed her. It was as passionate a kiss as a thirteen and fourteen-year old could muster. They broke the kiss, and hugged again.
Vanessa finally whispered, “We’d better get back inside.”
“Yea.”
They walked back inside holding hands. Toshi was still in the kitchen, with a big grin on her face, and she said, “Nice show guys.”
“What?”, Sam and Vanessa said together.
Toshi pointed to the window that looked out on the back alcove. Vanessa realized that Toshi had seen everything, she turned a bright red, and started to almost run toward the dining room. But, Sam still had a grip on her hand, and stopped her.
Toshi, looking at Vanessa, said, “Don’t worry, Nessa. I won’t tell anyone. But, little brother, I didn’t know that you liked Nessa so much.”
“I’ve always liked her. She’s always been really nice to me. So, much nicer than anyone else at school. Besides she’s cool.”
Vanessa squeezed his hand. Just then, Miyuki stuck her head in the kitchen, and said, “Vanessa, your mom and dad are getting ready to leave.”
“Thank you. I’ll be right there.”
“Will you be going to the airport with us on Sunday?”
“I’d like to. Will there be room?”
“I think so. Your dad’s van is big. And, it will just be the four of us, your mom and dad, and you. And, most to the twin’s things have been shipped ahead.”
Sunday morning, the Martin’s van pulled into the driveway. And, Mr. Martin helped Sam load the suitcases that they would be taking on the plane. Mr. And Mrs. Martin sat in front, Masumi and Miyuki sat in the center seats, and the twins and Vanessa sat in the rear seat.
On the drive to the airport, Sam was holding Vanessa’s hand as secretively as possible. But, Toshi noticed. Sam also noticed something about Vanessa that he had never seen before. Vanessa was one of those girls that always dressed very nicely. Usually it was a skirt and blouse, or a dress. She did wear shorts, but it wasn’t a usual thing. What Sam noticed was Vanessa’s legs. She was wearing nylons, or maybe it was pantyhose. Toshi had never worn nylons, but his mom, and Aunt Mi did. He had a hard time keeping his eyes off of Vanessa’s legs.
At the airport, goodbyes were said. Toshi and Vanessa hugged, and cried, like they would never see each other again. Sam and Vanessa also hugged, but not like Friday night. Though, Vanessa did whisper, “I really will miss you.” And, Sam responded, “I’ll really miss you too.”
One evening at Grandma Gifford’s, after everyone had gone to bed, Masumi and Miyuki were sitting together, enjoying some quiet time. When Masumi asked Miyuki, “Did you see the way Sam was holding Vanessa’s hand on the way to the airport?”
“No. But, I saw something interesting in the kitchen last Friday.”
“Oh. What?”
“When I went in to tell Vanessa that her parents were ready to leave. She and Sam had their backs to the door, and they were holding hands. When they heard me, they let go like each other was on fire. And, when they turned around, their faces were very red. And, Toshi had a very big grin on her face.”
“I guess we’ll have to warn Sam about older women.”
“Older women?”
With a smile Masumi said, “Vanessa is a year older than the twins.”
The week with Grandma Gifford, Mike’s/Miyuki’s mother, just crawled by. But, the twins loved her as much as they did their grandparents in Japan. She gave both of them some substantial spending money for their time in Japan. The flight to Japan was a long one, but being in first class always helped. The twins sat across the isle from Masumi and Miyuki. And, it wasn’t long before Toshi’s head was resting on Sam’s shoulder, and they were both sound asleep.
The two months that the twins spent in Japan flew by. Sam, wasn’t good at it, but he played golf with his grandfather, and cousin Taro, once or twice a week. In that time, Sam and his grandfather became very close. Sam hadn’t really known his Grandfather Gifford, as he had died when the twins were only two. And, Toshi spent a lot of time with Aiko, and Kioko, the three girl cousins did what girls really love to do, shop. The five cousins also had a great time together, doing sight seeing, going to the beach, and clubbing. There was a teen club in town, which Aiko, Kioko, and Taro had spent a lot of time at, And, they took their American cousins there. Being able to speak Japanese fluently helped Toshi and Sam fit right in. And, Toshi found a boy friend.
The week before they were to return to America was spent packing their things, and Aikos’. As Aiko had been accepted as an exchange student. Two days before their flight, the cousins were walking through the shopping area of a town about a half an hour from home. Sam had fallen behind the others, and was looking in a shop window, when Toshi noticed that he was missing. She spotted him, and told the others to go on to the park, and they would meet them there. Then she walked back to where Sam was.
When Toshi got back to Sam, he was looking in the window of a small jewelry shop. She said, “Looking for something special?”
“Kind of.”
“For Nessa?”
“Yea.”
“Miss her. Don’t you?”
“Yea. And, I missed her fifteenth birthday, and I wanted to get her something special. ”
“Thought so. Have you been emailing her?”
“Yea. Almost every day.”
“What do you want to get her?”
“A necklace of some kind.”
“Those are really pretty.”, Toshi said, pointing to a display of names done in Kanji.
“They are. I bet they’re expensive.”
“Do you still have any of the money that Grandma Gifford gave you?”
“Some.”
“Lets go see how much they are.”
The twins walked into the shop, and were greeted by a sales person. They told the sales girl that they were looking for a necklace with the name Vanessa on it in Katakana. The girl showed them what she had . The twins looked at it, and Sam was happy with it. (Authors note: Katakana are the characters that are used for foreign names, etc.)
Sam looked at the price, and swallowed hard. He was short, way short, of having enough money. He shook his head, and whispered to Toshi, “It’s too much.”
She whispered back, “I can lend you some. But, it will cost you.”
“Cost me what?”
“My chores for a month.”
“A month!”
“It’s for Nessa. Isn’t she worth it?”
“Deal.”
The twins paid for the necklace, and the sales girl wrapped it up in a very pretty box.
The twins then caught up with their cousins at the park, they walked around the lake, and Toshi told, Aiko, and Kioko, that Sam had to find something for his girlfriend back home. There was some giggling, and kidding.
The following Saturday the twins, and Aiko were on a flight to the States. It wasn’t first class this time, but they were comfortable, and they had three seats together. Aiko was the first to fall asleep, and the twins chatted quietly for a while. Toshi finally asked, “Did you find the special things I packed in your suit case?”
“Yea. I wish you hadn’t done that. Because, sleeping in the same room as Taro, I had to hide them.”
“Sorry. But, I figured that you might like something.”
“I would have. But . . . ”
“Sorry.”
Toshi curled up next to him, put her head on his shoulder, and fell asleep. Sam’s mind was working, so there was no sleep for him.
They changed planes in Los Angeles, and then flew directly to Washington. They were met at the airport by Masumi, Miyuki, Vanessa, Vanessa’s mom and dad, and the Baker family, mom, dad, Amy, Beth, and Charlie, who would be Akio’s host family. There were the usual hugs all around, and the introduction of Akio to everyone.
Toshi and Vanessa hugged like long lost sisters. But, the hug Sam got from Vanessa, was even more intense. And, she whispered, “You’ll never know how much I missed you.”, and then openly kissed him on the cheek. He just turned red.
Akio whispered to Toshi in Japanese, “So, that’s the famous Nessa?”
“Hai.”, Toshi said.
“All right you two. English only.”, Miyuki said to Toshi and Akio.
“Sorry. Aunt Mi.”, Toshi said.
Akio, said goodbye to the twins, Masumi, Miyuki, Vanessa, and Vanessa’s parents, and left with the Bakers. Everyone would get back together at the Bakers early in the week. The seating for the trip home was the same as it was going to the airport two months ago. And, the hand holding wasn’t as secretive as it was before.
They arrived back at the house, and unloaded the luggage. Everyone sat around, and talked for a few minutes. Then Miyuki suggested that they go out for dinner, and she took them to one of the better restaurants not far from home, as her treat. Afterwards, Vanessa’s parents dropped Masumi, Miyuki, the twins, and Vanessa off at the twin’s house, and told Vanessa not to stay long, as the twins were probably tired.
Masumi and Miyuki, retired to the kitchen, and let the kids have the den, so that they could talk. Sam sat on the overstuffed chair, and Vanessa and Toshi sat on the couch. Vanessa was full of all kinds of questions as to what Japan was like, what they did, etc. After about an hour of this, Toshi excused herself, and Sam moved over next to Vanessa.
“So, did you miss me?”, he asked.
“Yes. Did you miss me?”
He didn’t answer right away, but just kissed her, and held her. Then finally said, “No.”
She pulled back from him, and he was grinning. She took his head in her hands, and kissed him again. He finally pulled back, took a small package from his pocket, and handed it to her.
“What’s this?”
“Nothing.”
“Nothing?”
“Well, all most nothing. Just a little something for your birthday. Open it.”
She carefully opened the wrapped box, and removed the lid. She looked at its contents, looked at Sam, and started crying.
“What’s wrong?”
“Nothing. It’s just so sweet.”
“Don’t cry.”, Sam said, wiping away the tears.
“I’m sorry. But, I did really miss you. Put it on me?”
“Sure.”
Sam took the necklace out of the box, opened the clasp. And, said, “I’m not good at this.”
“Are you good at this?”, she said, as she kissed him again.
They heard a noise at the door. Looked. And, there stood Toshi, watching them, and grinning. She said, “Are you two through?”
After a short pause, Sam said, “Sis. Will you help me with this necklace?”
“You look like you’re doing a good job all by yourself.”
“I can’t get the clasp.”
Toshi walked up behind Vanessa, took both ends of the necklace, and fastened the clasp. All she said was, “Boys!”
Vanessa asked, “What does it say?”
“It’s your name in Katakana.”
“That is so sweet.” Vanessa looked at the clock, and said, “I’m in trouble. Look at the time.”
“Your mom and dad know you’re here. I don’t think they’ll be that mad. And, Toshi and I will walk you home.”
“All right. But, we better get going.”
“I’ll tell mom what we’re doing. And, that we’ll be right back.”
Toshi and Sam walked Vanessa home, it was only two blocks, Sam got a goodnight kiss just before her mom opened the front door, and said, “A little late young lady?”
“Sorry, mom. We just got carried away talking.”
“All right. Forgiven this time. You haven’t seen Toshi and Sam for a long time. What’s this?”, she said touching the necklace.
“Just something Sam brought me back from Japan.”
“Very nice. You did thank him. Didn’t you?”
“Yes, ma’am. She did.”, Sam answered for her.
“Good. Well then, say goodnight. You can visit more tomorrow.”, Vanessa’s mom said as she turned and, walked back into their house.
Vanessa gave Sam a quick kiss, and said, as she followed her mother into the house, “See you tomorrow.”
“Tomorrow.”, Sam replied.
“See you Nessa.”, Toshi added.
The twins walked back home in silence. As they reached the front steps, Toshi said, “Are you glad to be home?”
“Sure.”
“You were sure glad to see Nessa.”
“Yea.”
School started two weeks later. Akio was all settled in, and began enjoying school in the States. And, Sam and Vanessa became an item.
Christmas was coming up, and Grandma Gifford was coming to visit for the holiday. Sam was at a loss as what to get Vanessa, but Toshi was helping him. And, they settled on a another necklace, with a matching bracelet. Vanessa also got Sam a bracelet. A little planning on Toshi’s part? Maybe.
Sam and Vanessa
by Teddie
Part Two
A very sad time.
Part Three
A New Beginning
Sam sat at the table, and looked at his mom, and Aunt Mi. You could see the puzzlement on his face, as he thought ‘What did I do?’
Miyuki started, “Sam. Your mom and I are glad to see that you and Vanessa are friends again. We both hope that you come out of your funk. But, what we really want to talk to you about, are your clothes.”
“My clothes!” Sam asked.
“Yes. Your girl’s clothes.”
“Huh?”
“Sam. We’re not blind. When you put that bra on last week, just as easily as a girl would. Your mom got to thinking. And, looking back at a number of things, we think that you’re a crossdresser. Just like I was before I became Miyuki.”
“Ah . . . ”
“Don’t worry, honey. We’re not mad or upset. But, we just wanted you to know that we knew. And, because we understand it, we support you. We know it’s part of you, and it won’t go away.”, Masumi added.
“Thanks. I guess I should have told you guys about it. Toshi showed me a number of web sites that had good information about crossdressing. She’s known for a long time. I use to borrow her things, and she never said anything. She actually gave me a bra and panty set as a gift.” He then went on to tell them the story of how Toshi had dressed him up a few weeks ago, to try and talk him into joining the girl band. How, it felt really good to dress is the soft clothes. And, then how it helped him to relax when Sobo had died.
Masumi and Miyuki looked at each other and smiled. Then, Miyuki said, “We have another secret to tell you. And, the only other person that you should tell, at least for now, is Toshi.”
He looked at his mother, and Aunt Mi, and said, “Another family secret?”
“Yes, honey.”, Masumi said, “Another family secret.”
Miyuki started, “When your Sofu Matsushita found out that I was a crossdresser. And, believe me it really didn’t take her long to figure it out. She took your Oda Sachiko, Masumi, and I aside, told us that she knew about me, and told us another family secret. That your Sobo was also a crossdresser. He only dressed in private, as he knew he wasn’t passable. And, Sofu was the only one to ever see him dressed. It was his way to relax.
“On one trip to Japan, before your mother and I were married. Your mother introduced Mishelle to Sobo, Sofu, and Oda Sachiko. Sofu knew that I was coming down dressed, as did Sachiko. But, when she introduced me to Sobo, and he figured out who I really was, he almost had a heart attack.
“Your mother doesn’t know this. But, when he and I took a walk in the garden, that night. He said, that he was happy that I was happy with who I was, and that I looked so good. And, that he was very happy that I made his daughter so happy. That he wasn’t really happy that I was going to take her away from the family, and Japan. But, that her happiness was all that was important, and he could live with her being gone, as long as she was happy. And, it was really at that time, in his own way, that he gave me his permission to marry your mother.”
Sam saw a little tear in his mother’s eyes. And, she said, “Sobo really said that to you?”
“Yes. He knew our feelings towards each other, before I think we really did. As did your mother”
“Sam.”, Masumi said, “There are a couple of things you need to be aware of. First, be very careful who finds out that you dress. There are a lot of people who will never understand that it’s part of you. And, they will go out of their way to make your life miserable. They don’t understand, that it’s part of your makeup, your psyche. That there is no cure for it.
“And, when you find that person, that is your soul mate, your life partner. Be sure and tell them about your other side, your feminine side, before you make a commitment. Hiding this from a loved one, and having them finds out that you have a secret from them, is worse than telling them right up front. Before the commitment is made.”
“I wish,” Miyuki added, “that I had known all this before I met your mother. But, I was lucky. She understood me very well, almost too well.”
“Thank you.”, Sam said, “You’ve really opened my eyes to a lot of things.”
“Honey. You are welcome to wear any clothes that you are comfortable with. Everyone in this house understands, and supports you. We knew that Toshi knew. We had a long talk with her when you walked Vanessa home. The only thing she doesn’t know about, is Sobo.
“Please, honey. If there is ever anything you want to talk about, don’t hesitate to come to us. I know it’s hard, at times, to talk to your parents. But, we’re here for you.”
“Thank you guys. You are the greatest.”
Sam got up and gave Masumi, and Miyuki big hugs. The two girls said, “Good night, honey. See you in the morning.”
“Good night. I love your guys.”
Sam walked out of the kitchen, and went up stairs. He saw that Toshi’s bedroom light was still on, and he knocked on her door.
“Come on in, little brother.”
Sam opened the door, and said, “How did you know it was I?”
She just smiled at him. “What happened?”
“Mom and Aunt Mi told me that they knew about my crossdressing, and that they had a long talk with you about it, when I walked Nessa home.”
“Yea. They knew almost everything before I told them.”
“So, and I know the answer to this, you don’t have a problem with it?”
“No. You know I don’t. But . . . ”
“But, what?”
“No more borrowing my clothes.”
“Huh?”
“Time to get your own. Besides, your own will fit you better. And it will save wear and tear on mine. You get to go shopping.”
“I don’t know about shopping.”
“No problem. I’ll go with you.”
“Oh. Mom didn’t tell you about Sobo, did she?”
“What about Sobo?”
“That he was a crossdresser.”
“No way.”
“Way.” And, Sam went on to tell Toshi what Miyuki and their mom had told him.
“Wow. That beats all. Sobo a crossdresser. I’d never had known.”
“I was surprised too.”
“What about Nessa?”
“What do you mean?”
“How are you two doing?”
“Fine. I think things may be back on track. But, time will tell. I think she really wants to be at least a good friend.”
“From what she told me, she wants it to be more than that. And, I’m glad. She really did miss you. And, I honestly missed her as a friend.”
“She told you that?”
“Yes. She really does care about you. But, if she ever hurts you again, she’ll have me to answer to. And, I told her as much. Are you going to tell her about your other side?”
“Easy, sis. Lets let this go at it own speed. I want to see where it’s going, before I tell anyone.”
“I know where it’s going.”
“Sure you do. Goodnight sis.”
“Goodnight, little sister. When are we going shopping? Girls love to shop.”
“We’ll talk in the morning.”
Sam turned, closed Toshi’s door, and walked to his room. Walking into his room, he turned on the light, and on his bed was a satin nightgown and pantie set. He shook his head, and just said, “Toshi.”
The following morning he laid in bed, yes, dressed in the panties, and nightgown, trying to sort out his feelings for Vanessa, and his feminine side. Vanessa was on his mind right now more than anything. He got up, took off the nightgown, but left the panties on. Slipped on a pair of shorts, and a t-shirt. And, went down for a late breakfast.
Toshi was the only one sitting at the table, as Masumi and Miyuki had left already. Toshi said, “Did you enjoy your last Monday sleep in?”
“Huh?”
“School starts next Monday. Remember?”
“Oh yea. Right. By the way, thanks for the present.”
“Present? What present?”
“The satin nightgown and pantie set.”
“Not me.”
“Mom? Aunt Mi?”
“Maybe. Aunt Mi disappeared upstairs for a few minutes after she, mom, and I had been talking for a while, and just before you got home.”
“Hmm.”
Sam fixed a little breakfast, and sat down with Toshi. He was in deep thought, and she was ready to bug him a little. So, she said, “We going shopping, little sister?”
“No.”
“Why not?”, she said with a fake little pout.
“I still haven’t gotten this all straightened around.”
“Well then lets go see Nessa?”
“Sis! Back off a bit. That’s something else that I have to figure out.”
“Sorry.”
“I think that I’ll take Nessa to a movie or something today. And, just see what happens.”
The movie date started out a string of daily meetings over the next week. Sam had dinner at Vanessa’s twice that week. Vanessa and Sam, became the couple they had been prior to Sam’s grandfathers death. But, they were now older and wiser. Maybe? The three words that had split them up, had yet to be repeated by either one.
The school year started, there last year in high school, and things went well for all three. Sam was accepted to Georgetown as pre-law. Toshi was accepted at M.I.T.. Someone was impressed with her mathematics and computer skills. And, Vanessa, surprise, surprise, accepted an offer from Georgetown. As the year progressed, Sam and Vanessa grew closer and closer. Everyone knew they were a couple.
One cool early November evening Sam and Vanessa, were walking through their favorite park. They got close to their favorite old oak tree, and Vanessa was a little cold. So, they stopped, so that Sam could put his jacket around her shoulders. And, as happens many times with this couple, this little pause in their walk turned into a kiss, a long kiss. And, the kiss turned into a long hug.
Sam whispered, “You know. Every time I hug you, I get a feeling that I just can’t describe. It feels warm and wonderful. You know something, Nessa? I love you.”
He felt her hug him tighter, and she whispered, “You don’t know how long I’ve wanted you to say that to me. Sam, I love you.” What Sam was feeling became stronger. He took her by the shoulders, and pushed her back a little, so that he could look at her. She was crying.
“Don’t cry.”
“I. . . I. . . Can’t help it. I’m just so happy.”
He pulled her to him, and kissed her again. A longer, deeper kiss. And, again, a very long hug. They broke the hug, Sam wiped her tears away, and they started walking again. She said, “You know. I’m not cold any longer.” He smiled at her, and he wasn’t cold either. And, they finished their walk back to her house. Again they stood on the porch, kissing. Her mother had learned, that this went on every time they were together, and he was dropping her off. So, when she heard a noise on the porch, she would look out the window, without turning the light on. And, if it was them, she would just smile, and leave them alone. Tonight Vanessa didn’t want to let him go, but finally did. With tears in her eyes, she watched him until he was out of sight.
Vanessa’s mother walked up behind her, and asked, “Honey. Is everything all right?”
“Everything’s perfect.”
“Why the tears?”
“I’m just that happy.”
Sam walked home, almost in a fog. When he got there, he found Toshi sitting at the computer, and he sat down on the side chair, to talk to her.
She looked up at him, and said, “You told her tonight. Didn’t you?”
“Told her what?”
“That you loved her.”
“How did you know? Never mind. I know, the twin thing.”
She smiled at him. Then said, “Did you mean it?”
“Have I ever said anything I didn’t mean?”
“No. Just checking. And. . .”
“And. What?”
“What did she say?”
“You tell me? Miss sees all.”
“By the tear stains on your shirt, she was either very sad, or very happy. And, I’d bet on happy. And, I’d also bet that she told you the same thing.”
He looked at his shirt, there sure were tear stains, and said, “You’re good.”
“I’m happy for you guys. Are we ever going shopping? You need more than two nightgowns, two panties, and one bra.”
“Maybe.”
“I know a good place.”
“Where?”
“It’s not far. And, they are very friendly to crossdressers.”
“And, how did you find this?”
“How else?”
“I know. The Internet.”
She just smiled at him. Then got up, and gave him big hug. And, said, “I am really glad that you and Nessa got back together.”
Toshi finally got Sam to go shopping for clothes. She had found a shop, which if you went at opening or closing time, they would help a guy get fitted for women’s clothing. The twins left home at around nine, Toshi was carrying a bag that Sam was too nervous to even notice. They caught a Metro Rail train, and took it to the stop they needed. Then walked about three blocks, and found the shop, The Helpful Boutique. But, they were about five minutes early, and Sam was really nervous. Toshi tried the door, it opened, she grabbed Sam’s hand, and led him into the store. There was only one clerk in the store, and her tag read ‘Mary, Store Manager’.
Toshi said, “Hello. We understand that you are very friendly to crossdressers, and will help them find the properly fitting women’s clothes.”
“Yes, Miss. We are more than willing to help the male find his female side.”
“Great. This is Sam. And, he’s looking for just about everything.”
“Hi Sam. Don’t be nervous. I work with about a dozen gentlemen every week. And, all my customers leave here happy. And, many are repeat customers.”
“He’s really been dressing for a long time, in borrowed clothes. So, we figured that it was time for him to have his own wardrobe.”
“So, your boyfriend has been borrowing your clothes, Miss?”
“Borrowing my clothes, yes. Boyfriend, no. A twin brother.”
“A twin brother. Lets see what we can do for him. Come on back to a changing room, and we’ll take some measurements.”
The twins followed Mary to one of the changing rooms. They were large, nicely decorated rooms, with a couple of arm chairs, and mirrors on all the walls.
“Sam. Strip down to your shorts, and will see what sizes you need. What are we looking for?”
“Ah. I’m not sure.”, Sam replied, as he removed his clothes.
“He’s a little shy about this. He has a couple of pair of panties, one bra, two night gowns, and a kimono or two.”, Toshi answered for him.
“A couple kimonos’. That’s interesting. But, we really are starting from the ground up. Aren’t we?”, Mary said, as she started measuring, and writing down her findings. When she was done, she said, “I’ll be right back.” She walked out of the changing room, and was back in five minutes with a number of things.
“I figure that a 38C bra will work nicely for you. Here are half a dozen really nice ones. You are fairly thin for a guy, so these panties should work well for you. Here is a pair of pantyhose to put on. It’s a shame that you don’t have breast forms.”
Toshi said, “We do. They’re right here. He used them at a costume party earlier this year.”, and she pulled the forms out of the bag she was carrying. Sam was a little shocked. To say the least.
“Oh. He went in drag?”
“Yes. He was part of a Japanese all girl band.”
“That would have been cute to see.”
“Oh. It was. The other three were real girls.”
Sam was starting to get really embarrassed.
“Lets put them in the bras as he tries them, and it will help us see which bras work best. And then when we try on clothes, it will help to see if the fit is correct.”
Sam tried on each of the bras, and Mary had made some good choices as to size, and style. Sam liked three of them, and they looked good on him. They set two aside, and he wore one. He also wore a pair of the panties, and pantyhose. Next Mary and Toshi went out into the store, and picked out a few skirts, blouses, and dresses for Sam to try on. Also, by this time, another clerk had arrived, and there was another customer in the store.
They took the clothes back to Sam, and he tried on everything they brought. He was starting to get into this, and relaxed. He just loved the feeling of the clothes, and how they looked on him. When all was said, and done, they had picked out three blouses, two skirts, a pair of shorts, three bras, a dozen panties, six pair of pantyhose, and the proverbial little black dress.
Sam changed back into his boy things, but left on the panties, and pantyhose. And, as he, Toshi, and Mary, were carrying everything to the cash register, it hit him, and he said, “Toshi. Who’s paying for all this?”
“Mom gave me her credit card this morning, and said, ‘Have fun.’”
Mary turned, and looked at Sam, then Toshi, and said, “Your mother knows?”
“Yep.”, Toshi responded, “And, so does our aunt. They both support Sam. Mom’s a research psychologist. And, she really understands crossdressers.”
Mary looked at Sam, and said, “You are one luck guy. I have some customers that would kill to have their wives understand. And, you have a whole family that understands and supports you.”
As they were standing at the cash register, Toshi asked Mary, “I know you don’t carry wigs, and shoes. But, do you have anyone that you recommend?”
“Sure. There is a wig store just around the corner. They really have some very nice wigs, and will style them while you’re there. When you go out the door, turn right, turn right at the next intersection, and it’s the third store.”
“That’s convenient.”
“Very. Now, what kind of shoes?”
“What do you think Sam? Something with a short heel, maybe a flat?”
“I don’t want anything too high. So, something like that one black pair you have with the strap. And, maybe a sandal of some sort.”
“Got just the place for you.”, Mary said. “They are just as friendly to crossdressers as we are.” And, she handed Sam a business card for the Shoe Tree, which was about half a mile away.
The twins paid for the purchases, and it wasn’t cheap. They thanked Mary for her great help, and she said, “Be sure to come back, and see us.”
Toshi said, “I think he will.”
Sam just smiled.
The twins walked around the corner to the wig shop, and were greeted by the shop owner, Karen. They told her that Mary had sent them, and that they were looking for a wig for Sam. She looked closely at Sam’s face, had him sit in one of the fitting booths, and went to retrieve a couple of wigs.
When she came back, she placed a wig cap over Sam’s head, and tucked all his hair under it. She then carefully placed the first wig on his head, and brushed it out. She turned Sam around so that Toshi could see, and said, “With a little styling, that would look good on him. Now, lets try this one.” She removed the first wig, and put on the second. Both Toshi and Sam said no to that one. She then tried a third, and a fourth.
Sam said, “You know. That first one was really nice.”
“You’re right.”, Toshi said, “Can we try that one again?”
“No problem.”, Karen said as she put the first one back on, and brushed it out. She then pulled out a book of hair styles, found one, and showed it to the twins, saying, “This is what I had in mind.”
Toshi smiled, and said, “I love it!”
Sam said, “Nice.”
“I can style it for you, if you like. Or, you can take it to any beauty parlor. It’s a human hair wig. And, I charge $25.00 for the styling, on top of the cost of the wig.”
“Aren’t those expensive?”, Sam asked.
“Yes. But, properly taken care of, they last for ever. And, it looks so much better, and feels so much better, than a synthetic one does.”
Sam looked at Toshi. And, she said, “I think it will look great on you. I’d go for it.”
Sam said to Karen, “You heard her.”
Karen smiled, and took Sam over to the area of the store that was set up as a beauty salon. She had him sit in the chair, and she went to work on the wig. When she was done, it looked like the picture that she had shown them. Toshi nodded yes. And, Sam, looking at himself in the mirror, liked what he saw.
“It looks like you guys are happy with it.”, Karen said.
Sam answered, “Very much!”
“You know.”, Karen added, “If you thinned your eyebrows a little, and arched them. You would really look like a girl.”
“I’ve told him that.”, Toshi said. “But, he’s to timid to do it.”
“If you take your time. And, change them over a period of weeks. No one will notice.”
“I’ll think about it.”, Sam said.
Karen put the wig on a wig stand, told them how to care for it, placed it in a tall box, and then into a bag. They paid Karen for the wig, and her expert styling job. And, added a ten dollar tip. Karen said, “You guys come back any time.”
“We will.”, Toshi said.
As the twins started walking down the street, Toshi asked, “Have you had enough for today?”
“Why? Do you want to quit?”
“No. But, I though a guy, out doing girl shopping for the first time, might be getting tired.”
“No way. I was really nervous when we walked into the boutique. But, Mary was so nice, that I just felt at home. And, Karen was also great. You girls do have fun shopping. Don’t you?”
“Don’t you mean, we girls?”
Sam smiled. They caught a bus that would take them close to the shoe store. Toshi watched Sam as he tried on about a dozen pair of shoes. She could only smile. Sam ended up buying two pairs of shoes, a pair of dark blue Mary Jane’s with a two inch heel, and ankle strap. And, a pair of open toed sandals with a two inch heel.
They found a Metro Rail station only a block away, and caught the train home. Luckily, the train wasn’t very full, and they were able to place their packages on a nearby seat. On the ride home they talked quietly.
Sam said, “Mom is going to kill us for spending so much money.”
“No, she won’t.”, Toshi said, “When she gave me the credit card, she really did say ‘Have fun.’”
“If you say so.”
“I do.”
“Why?”
“Why do I say so?”
“No. Why are you so supportive?”
“Little brother. First, I love you. Second, I understand you. And, that scares me. Third, mom has had a long talk with me about this. And, I understand it. Fourth, I love to see you happy. And last, but not least, I love you.”
Sam sat there, and looked at Toshi. Finally saying, “Sis. I love you. And, you are the greatest.”
“I love you too. Little sister.”
When they got home, they carried all the packages up to Sam’s room. And Toshi sat there while Sam put everything away. And, she was sure to tell him, “Remember, little sister, a girl is always very careful with her clothes. She hangs them up. She washes them when there dirty. She takes care of them.”
“Yes, sis. I’ll be careful. Thank you for finally taking me shopping. It was fun.”
“I’m glad. When are we going again?”
“Soon.”
“Are you going to get dressed?”
“Can’t. I promised Nessa that we’d go to a movie this evening.”
“Priorities.”
“You’re right.”
We have neglected Toshi’s love life so far. So, here is a little synopsis. Toshi had a number of boy friends, probably a dozen or more, starting in the seventh grade, none of which really flipped her switch. Until the current one. She met David at a computer symposium at the American University, where he’s a Freshman. And, they hit it off. He’s been over to dinner a couple of times, they have double dated with Sam and Vanessa a few times. And, so far everyone likes him.
The first half of the year went by quickly, and Christmas was upon them. And, Grandma Gifford was coming, as usual. On Christmas day, Sam went over to Vanessa’s for lunch, and to open presents there. Vanessa had gotten him a very nice sweater. They talked with her family for a while, and then it was off to his house for Christmas dinner. After dinner, they were sitting around opening presents, other than the one present that everyone was allowed to open in the morning. Vanessa’s present from Sam wasn’t in a very big box. She carefully opened it, and inside was a jewelry box. She opened it, inside was a very fine gold chain, and attached to the chain was a three diamond pendant. She look at it, and then at Sam. Sam could see a tear in the corner of her eye. He reached over, and gently wiped the tear away. When Miyuki and Masumi saw it, they looked at each other, and it brought back some very fond memories. It was almost identical to the one that Mike had bought Masumi a number of years age.
Grandma Gifford brought up the annual trip to Japan, and wondered if it was still on since the twins were starting college the next year. Masumi said, “Yes. My mother isn’t doing too well, and we want to see her.”
Toshi was the only one to catch the expression change on Vanessa’s face. Toshi knew that the thought of Sam being gone for three weeks was making her a little sad. David was there, and said, “I didn’t know you went back to Japan every year.”
Toshi said, “Yes. It’s kind of a family tradition. And, it helps keep the family ties strong. Plus, when Sam and I were young, it taught us something about the culture.”
Toshi again looked at Vanessa, she was holding Sam’s hand, and looking a little down trodden. Toshi then looked at Sam, and said, “Sam. Could I see you in the kitchen for a minute?”
“Sure. Excuse us for a minute.”
The twins got up, and went into the kitchen. Sam asked, “What’s up?”
“Did you see Nessa when grandma brought up the trip to Japan?”
“No. Why?”
“Her expression really changed. And, I know she was thinking about being away from you for three weeks. Is she getting too clingy?”
“No. The way she feels about us. She just doesn’t want to be apart for any length of time.”
“What, an hour.”
“Toshi!”
“Sorry. I know you guys are in love. And, I shouldn’t be that way. Actually I could sense her feelings change when she realized that you were going to be gone.”
“I should have, but I saw David’s face change a little too.”
“Oh?”
“Yep.”
“He did plan on taking some summer classes to be here, instead of going home for the summer. He wanted to spend time with me since I’ll be at M.I.T. next year.”
“Hmm.”
“What?”
“I had a thought.”
“What?”
“Well. Nessa’s parents were going to give her a car for graduation. But, she told them she didn’t want one. Which kind of shocked them, and me. They asked her what she wanted, and she didn’t really know. And, I don’t think she’s come up with anything yet.”
“And?”
“What if Nessa and David went to Japan with us this year?”
Toshi’s eyes got very big, her smile was ear to ear, and her arms went around her brother neck in a big hug. She said, “Brother, you are a genius!”
Just then the kitchen door opened, Masumi walked in, and said, “Kids. It’s not nice to be gone this long, not to mention the private talk.”
“Sorry mom.”, Toshi said, “But, we need to talk to you now.”
“What are you two up to?”
They explained to Masumi what they had discussed, she stood there for a minute thinking, and said, “Why not.”
Both, Toshi and Sam, hugged their mom, and said, “Thank you!”
“But,” Masumi said, “I want you to talk to each of them alone, just in case one can’t go. I don’t want to embarrass either of them, if one can go, and the other can’t.”
“Good idea, mom.”, Toshi said.
“All right. Lets get back to everyone, before they think we’ve abandoned them.”
The three walked back into the den, with big smiles on their faces. And, Masumi said, “Sorry. It turned out to be a little family conference.” She then looked at Miyuki, and winked. Miyuki gave her a look of, okay what is going on.
A little while later, Sam was walking Vanessa home, and she asked, “I love the new necklace.”
“I thought you would. Do you know what the three diamonds mean?”
“No. What?”
“I love you.”
She just hugged his arm tighter than she already was.
Then he added, “Aren’t you curious, what the little meeting was about?”
“Yes. But, I figured that if it was important, you’d tell me.”
“It’s kind of important. I have a question for you?”
“Okay?”
“Your parents were planning on giving you a car for graduation. Right?”
“Yea.”
“And, you told them you didn’t want it. Right?”
“Yea.”
“And, they told you to choose something else. Right?”
“Yea. Would you please get to the point. You’re driving me crazy.”
“Sorry. I’m getting there. I also know that you haven’t told them that you want anything in particular. And, I think Toshi and I have come up with something that you just might like.”
“What?”
“To go with us to Japan this summer.”
Vanessa stopped in her tracks, spun Sam around, threw her arms around his heck, and kissed him. When they broke the kiss, Sam said, “Looks to me, like you like the idea?”
“I love it!”
“But, we need to talk to your parents about it.”
“I know. But, I think they’ll like it.”
“Lets find out. You’re home.”
Vanessa turned, and they were right in front of her house. She pulled Sam up the steps, into the house, and found her parents in the livingroom. Her mom looked at them, and said, “What is going on. I haven’t seen Vanessa this happy since you two got back together.”
“Mom!”
“Well, honey it’s true.”
Her dad, with his drool sense of humor, just said, “You’re both too young. No matter what you want to do.”
“Dad! Just listen.”, Vanessa chastised her dad.
Sam and Vanessa explained the idea of the trip to Japan. And, after going into the details, especially that Vanessa would be rooming with Toshi. The Martin’s thought it would be a great idea. The only time Vanessa had been out of the country, was to Canada, to see her cousins, and to Bermuda, for a family vacation.
As Sam and Vanessa were saying goodnight. Sam said, “I guess I’m going to have to teach you some Japanese.”
“Any time.”
“Anata wo Aishiteiru”
“Is that my first lesson?”
“Yes.”
“What did you say?”
“I love you.”
“I like that lesson.”
“Now, you say, ‘Watashi mo Anata wo Aishiteiru’”
“A little slower.”
“Okay. ‘Watashi mo Anata wo Aishiteiru’”
“Watashi mo Anata wo Aishiteiru”
“Very good.”
“What did I say?”
“I love you too.”
“That’s a mouth full.”
“Yep. But, all we really need to say is, ‘aishiteiru’ and ‘watashi mo’”
“What does that mean?”
“You can say ‘I love you’ in many different ways in Japanese. But ‘ashiteiru’ means love, and ‘watashi mo’ means ‘I too’. So, if we were talking to each other, I would say ‘ashiteiru’, and you would say ‘watashi mo’. And, loosely translated, I’m saying, ‘I love you.’, and you’re saying, ‘I love you too.’ I know it’s a little complicated, but you’re a quick learner.”
“Aishiteiru.”
“Watashi mo. See, it’s easy.”
She kissed him again, and they said a long goodnight.
When he arrived back home, Toshi was excited. David said that he’d love to go. And, that he would check, and see if it was possible. Sam told everyone, that the Martin’s had agreed that Vanessa could go along. And, that she was very excited.
As the rest of the school year went by, Sam and Vanessa became more than a couple, they became lovers. Vanessa learned that Sam was really a gentle and caring lover. He cared more about her pleasure than his own. And, in return, Vanessa cared more about his pleasure than her own.
The end of the school year came, and Sam, Toshi, and Vanessa graduated. Toshi with her 4.0 grade point average was the class valedictorian, which made everyone proud of her. The graduation parties for the three were put off until they returned from Japan.
The Sunday after graduation, Masumi, Miyuki, Sam, and Toshi left for a week with Grandma Gifford. A week later, Vanessa, and David met them in Los Angeles for the flight to Japan. After the long flight, they were met my Masumi’s sister Sachiko, and her husband Jeremi. When they pulled up to the house, actually the guest house. David said, “We’re all staying here?”
“No.”, Sachiko said, “Just you four, and my children. The rest of us are staying in the house.” And, she pointed down the drive, at the house. David just stared.
“You’ll have time for Sam and Toshi to show you around, before dinner.”, Sachiko added.
Then Vanessa, David, and the twins, unloaded their luggage from the car, removed their shoes, and carried the luggage inside. They were met by Aiko, who bowed, and said, “ Irrasshaimase.” (Welcome.)
The four, Vanessa and David had been coached by Sam and Toshi, bowed, and said together, “Domo arigato gozaimasu.” (Thank you very much.)
Aiko, in perfect English, and with a smile, said, “It looks like Toshi and Sam have been giving lessons. Kioko and Taro, aren’t here right now. But, will be back for supper.”
Toshi introduced David to Akio. And, then Akio hugged Vanessa like she was a long lost member of the family. She showed the four to their rooms, and said that she had to go to the house to help with dinner. And, that Toshi and Sam could show the two visitors around.
As Sam and David were unpacking, David said, “This place is huge, and very nice. I didn’t know that your grandparents were rich.”
Sam smiled, “Sobo, sorry grandfather, was an officer at a large automobile manufacturing company. He built this, and really loved it.”
The four met in the main room of the guest house, and the twins then gave Vanessa and David the tour of the guest house, and grounds. As they were walking through the gardens they stopped at a bench, and Toshi told a story of how this was a place that their mother and father loved, and they had spent many hours just sitting here enjoying the scenery, sunsets, and each others company.
They finished the tour, and ended up back at the house just in time for dinner. There Vanessa and David met Sofu Matsushita. She was very happy to meet them, and told them to call her Sofu. At dinner, Aiko, Kioko, Taro, Vanessa, David, and the twins, talked about what they were going to do for the next two weeks. Aiko had gotten tickets to a Kabuki theater for the following night. She said that there was a special troop there, and that the star was fantastic. They had also found a number of interesting places to visit, that they even hadn’t been to. In addition, there was enough time for everyone to do their own thing.
After dinner, Sam and Vanessa went for a walk in the garden. The rest of the family went their various ways, with Sofu, Masumi, Miyuki, and Sachiko, sitting in the kitchen talking. After a while Masumi got up and went to the counter by the garden window. She looked out, turned to Miyuki, and said, “Mi, come here a minute.”
Miyuki got up, walked over to the window, Masumi pointed, and said “Look. Does that look familiar?”
“Yes. Almost too much so.”, Miyuki said, as she put her arm around Masumi.
Sitting on the same bench that Masumi and Mike had used, many times, a number of years ago, was Vanessa and Sam. His arm around her shoulder, and her head on his shoulder. They just sat there, and watched the setting sun. “Sam?”, Vanessa asked.
“Yea.”
“You’ve never talked about your dad. What happened to him?”
“I guess there’s no harm, and I can tell you a little bit about it. He worked for a government agency known for their undercover operations, and one day he went away, and never came back. I heard someone say that there is a star on a wall for him. And, Aunt Mi, who’s a friend of moms’ from here in Japan, came to live with us.”
“So, Aunt Mi really isn’t your aunt?”
“No. Just a friend. A very good friend.”
Vanessa could hear the sadness in his voice, as he talked about his dad. She cuddled closer to him. And, they sat there until it was late. As they were walking back to the main house to say goodnight to everyone, Vanessa said, “There is something about that bench. It just seems so peaceful there.”
“I know. I just love it there. If I have a problem. I just go there, sit, and it seems to go away.”
The following evening, the seven young people went to the Kabuki theater. As they were walking there, Kioko was telling David and Vanessa about Kabuki, and that by tradition males played all the female roles. And, that this particular family troupe practices traditional song-and-dance Kabuki, rather than the higher art form of Kabuki. And, that the star is a teenaged boy that everyone calls Daigoro. And, that he has an amazing following.
Aiko whispered to Toshi, “I figured that this type of Kabuki would be a better introduction for David and Vanessa, then the traditional type.”
Toshi nodded her approval.
The seven enjoyed the performance very much. And, Toshi paid close attention to how Vanessa reacted to the males dressed as females. After the performance was over, the performers mingled with the crowd. And, with David and Vanessa being the only westerners there, they drew the attention of the performers, and Aiko translated for them. The conversation went back and forth between how the westerners liked the performance, to how the performers felt being dressed as women. Toshi also took note of this. David was a little standoffish, but Vanessa was full of questions.
After the performers excused themselves, the seven headed further into town to a tea shop. And, as they sat drinking their tea, they talked about the performance. David couldn’t understand how a man could dress in women’s clothes. But, Vanessa thought that it was really interesting that a man could pass so easily as a woman.
She said, that she found it very interesting when Daigoro had said, “Many people say that the role of a woman played by a boy is more attractive, because men are able to find out what makes a woman attractive. I usually observe those women in the street who are wearing a kimono, I study how they behave."
Over the remainder of their stay, they visited many places, and saw many things. Another Kabuki performance, but this time a traditional one. They visited a Shinto shrine, and Sobo’s grave site. They went to the beach. And, many other things. Toward the end of their stay, Akio wanted to take them to a club, for dancing, and a good time. So, two days before they were to leave, the seven found themselves dressed for the club, and on a train heading for a nearby city. The club was a young people’s club, the eighteen to twenty something crowd.
Sam was the first to notice, and whispered to Toshi over the loud music, “Some of the girls here are guys.”
“Huh?”
“Some of the girls here are guys. Look closely.”
“You’re right.”
Toshi cornered Aiko, and asked about the crossdressers. Akio said, that she knew that there was one or two nights a month that were for kids that liked to gender bend. But, that she thought that this wasn’t one of them. Then Aiko asked Toshi, “Do you think we should leave?”
“I don’t know. I don’t have a problem. And, I know Sam doesn’t. But, I don’t know about Vanessa and David. I’ll ask. How about Kioko, and Taro?”
“I don’t think so, but I’ll ask them too.”
Toshi went up to David, and explained what was going on. He said, that he was a little uncomfortable, but they were there to have fun, and might as well stay.
Then Toshi went up to Vanessa, and told her about it. She said that it wasn’t a problem for her, then looked around, and asked which ones? Toshi smiled inside.
They spent the rest of the evening enjoying the club, having fun dancing, and singing along to the various songs. Again, with Vanessa and David being the only westerners in the club, they drew attention. They had a number of people just stop by their table and talk to them. As each one did, Vanessa played a little game with Sam as to which one was a crossdresser and which wasn’t. David did loosen up a bit over the course of the evening, and was having fun dancing with the four girls.
At the end of two very fun weeks in Japan, when it was time to leave, Sam and Vanessa took one last walk in the garden, and one last sit on the bench. She said, “Someday I’d really like to come back here.” And, she kissed him.
The flight home was filled with conversation about what had gone on for the two weeks. With a lot of kidding about the club, and the gender bending kids.
The summer went by too fast. Before they knew it, Toshi was getting ready to go off to M.I.T., and David was in a funk. She told him that she would email him every day, and she would be home for Christmas, and spring break. He still didn’t want her going.
Sam and Vanessa, were basically within walking distance of the Georgetown campus. But, what was bothering Sam, was that this was going to be the first time that he and Toshi had been apart. He was going to miss his twin, probably more than David was.
The drive from Georgetown to Cambridge takes about ten hours, so there was going to be an overnight stay. Early Saturday morning, the van was packed, very packed. It looked as if Toshi was taking the whole house. It was just the four of them, Masumi, Miyuki, Toshi, and Sam, going. So, the twins had time to talk about many things. After a lunch stop, Sam was driving, Toshi was sitting up front with him, and Masumi and Miyuki were napping. When Toshi asked, “Have you ever told Nessa about your other self?”
“No. But, I’ve been thinking about it.”
“You know, you really need to be up front with her, especially if your relationship is going any further.”
“I know. Mom and Aunt Mi gave me that talk too.”
“You did notice how she interacted with the Kabuki performer, and the kids at the club. Didn’t you?”
“Yes. But, I want to take it slowly with her. I don’t want to lose her again.”
“Just be sure to treat her extra special if she accepts you.”
“I know. I treat her that way now.”
“Yea. Your guy side is really hard to accept. So, you had better be treating her like a princess.”, Toshi playfully said.
“Oh. And, you think you’re easy to put up with!”
They got Toshi settled in her dorm room, and her room mate, Beth Ann, was a girl from California. And, was already home sick. They took her out to dinner with them, and again for breakfast, before they headed home, after a tearful goodbye.
On the drive home, Sam was driving again, and the three were talking about nothing in particular, when Masumi said, “I heard you and Toshi talking about telling Vanessa about your crossdressing.”
“I thought you were sleeping?”, Sam said.
“No. I was just resting my eyes. And, she’s right, you do need to be up front with her about the dressing before your relationship goes any further. And, from what Toshi told me, it probably will go farther. Much farther.”
“It will?”
“Yes. You two are really a couple. We’ve watched the two of you. And, like Toshi saw a long time ago, there is something special there.”
“She’s probably right. I’ve really been trying to figure out how to approach her about it. It just makes me really nervous.”
“Why? Are you afraid that you’ll lose her?”
“Yes.”
“But, you have to be fair to her. She needs to know before . . . Why not try telling her a story. I know that you two sit, and talk for hours. Try telling her a story, and see how she reacts.”
“Or,”, Miyuki said, “start out talking about the Kabuki troupe, and the club. And, go from there.”
“Hmm. But, what kind of story?”, Sam asked.
“Yours. Maybe in a third person way.”
Sam thought about if for a while, and said, “Maybe. Just maybe.”
The first term of college was very busy for everyone. Sam, and Vanessa had a couple of classes together, so they studied together. But, the idea of talking to her about his crossdressing took a back burner to studies. He still dressed when he could, especially sleeping in nightgowns, and panties. Toshi came home for Christmas break, and really bugged Sam about not telling Vanessa, by saying things like, “Sam! Be fair to her. Tell her. And, if she really loves you, as I know she does, she will accept you as you. It may take time for her to see the complete picture, but I think she will.” And, “You tell her, or I will.”
Sam finally decided it was time, and he would tell her the next time that they had some time alone. And, that happened about three days before Christmas. He had been over to her house for dinner, and her parents had gone to bed early. Sam and Vanessa had gone into the den, and cuddled up together in front of the fire place. Like they usually did, with her sitting between his legs, and her head resting on his chest. The conversation started out as usual, just general chit chat about nothing in particular. Sam brought up the Kabuki troupe that they had seen in Japan, with the young boy that dressed as a girl. They tossed that back and forth for a while, and Sam was happy as to what he was hearing from her. She thought that it was really interesting that the boy felt the way he did, and that he passed so well.
Sam then brought up the club where a number of people were dressed as the opposite sex. She admitted that she thought it was brave of them to be able to go out that way, and to be accepted for who they were.
Sam then asked, “Honey. Can I tell you a story?”
“A happy story or a sad one?”
“Kind of a mix.”, he said, and thought, ‘And, I hope a happy ending.’
“Okay.”
He started out telling her about a little boy of about eleven, which had been talked into dressing up as a girl for Halloween. He did it because his friend was going to do it too. And, when his mother dressed him up, he looked so much like a little girl, that no one knew it was really him. And, that by the end of the evening that he felt comfortable in the clothes, and didn’t really want to take them off.
Then over the next few years he had used his sister’s thing, like panties, and nightgowns. That the feeling had been very nice, and he felt very relaxed when dressed. And, that his sister knew, but never said anything. How he had been hurt very badly by something, and had gotten to the point where he didn’t give a damn. He also stopped dressing. And, that his attitude had become, to say the least, bad.
He found out that his sister was very supportive of him, after she had tricked him into dressing, and going to a party. That something at that party had turned him around. That he was now back to being his old self. The sister had taken him shopping for his own clothes. And, that the boy was now happy for many reasons.
When he finished, she just sat there for a while in silence. She had felt his heart really pounding while he was telling the story. She then turned around, knelt on the floor between his legs, and looked at him. They looked at each other, for what seemed like hours to Sam, before Vanessa said, “That was your story. Wasn’t it?”
He looked at the floor, then looked back up at her, and said, “Yes.”
She just looked at him. Then said, “That was brave. Telling me that story. Why?”
“Why?”
“Why did you tell me?”
“To be fair to you.”
“To be fair to me?”
“Yes. I felt that you needed to know, before our relationship went any farther, that there was something about me that I can’t change.”
“And, you want me to accept this part of you?”
“If you can.”
“And, if I can’t?”
“I don’t know.” The tears started. He was beginning to feel like he had made a mistake telling her.
Part Four
She looked at him for a long time, then reached up, and wiped his tears away.
“I . . . I . . . could try and stop for you.”, he said.
“You would do that for me?”
“I would do anything for you.”
She moved around, so that she was sitting on his lap, and said, “Hold me.”
He put his arms around her, and held her tight. She wrapped her arms around him. And, they just sat there holding each other. She finally whispered, “Sam. I love you more than anything. It was so brave of you to tell me that story. And, I guess I should have known, you just looked too good as a Geisha at that party. But, I was more interested in getting you to talk to me.”
“You’re not mad?”
“No.”
“You’re not hurt?”
“No.”
“You still love me?”
“Like I said. More than anything.”
He kissed her.
“Can you accept that part of me?”
She leaned back so that she could look at him, and said, “I need a little time to let it sink in. Can I ask you something?”
“Anything.”
“You don’t want to become a woman. Do you?”
“No. I like me the way I am. I just enjoy the clothes. They just feel good.”
She smiled, and said, “I already know that you’re not gay. You are the greatest lover that any girl could ask for.” And, with that, she seduced him right there on the floor of the den. They made long, slow, sensual, love, as quietly as they could.
Afterwards as they laid there, cuddled together, Vanessa whispered, “Honey. I’m glad you told me, and didn’t keep it a secret. If you had kept it a secret, and I had found out some other way, than I would have really been hurt. And, yes, I think I can accept this side of you.”
“I thought that you needed time to think about it?”
“I’ve had more than enough time to think.”
He just hugged her.
When he arrived home, even though it was very late, Toshi was still up, and on the computer. He walked in, and sat next to the desk. She looked at him, and said, “You told her didn’t you?”
“Yes.”
“And?”
He just smiled.
“I told you so.”, Toshi said, “That girl is special, and she really loves you.”
“I know. Goodnight.”
“Goodnight. Little brother. Sweet dreams.”
The following morning when Sam got up, and went downstairs. He found Toshi on the phone. And, it took him a while to figure out that she was talking to Vanessa. When she hung up, he asked, “What was that all about?”
“Girl talk.”
“That’s not good.”
“Could be.”
At dinner on Christmas, Masumi made an announcement, that at first had everyone upset, that they weren’t going to Japan this summer. But, when she told them that everyone from Japan was coming to Washington, the sadness went away, and was replaced by excitement.
One afternoon, in early January, Sam and Vanessa were shopping, and they stopped at one of their favorite places, Brady’s Coffee House. She found a table, while he got their drinks. As he sat down, Vanessa said, “Toshi told me one of your family secrets.”
Sam’s mind was working. Did Toshi tell her the real story of their dad? No, she wouldn’t do that. What had she told Vanessa? I guess it’s a problem when your sister is your girlfriend’s best friend.
He carefully asked, “What?”
“She told me about that Halloween when you were eleven.”
“Oh.”
“And, she said that you made a very pretty little girl.”
“I guess.”
“But, I really liked you as the Geisha. You were really pretty, even with the punk makeup.”
“That was fun, a lot of fun.”
They finished their drinks, and Sam walked Vanessa home. After their usual long goodbye, and as Sam was walking down the steps, Vanessa asked, “When am I going to meet the other woman in your life?”
Sam stopped so fast that he almost fell down the steps. He turned, and said, “What did you just say?”
“When am I going to meet the other woman in your life?”
“The other woman?”
“When are you going to dress for me?”
“Oh! Ah . . . I . . . I don’t know.”
“Soon.”
“Maybe.”
“Please.”
“I guess. Are you really sure that you want me to?”
“Yes. I want to see if I’ll really like her.”
“Oh.”
“Don’t worry. If she is anything like you. I’ll like her.”
“Okay. I’d like to do it while Toshi is still home. What about Saturday afternoon?”
“It’s a date. Lover.”
On his walk home, Sam wondered if this really was a good thing. And, when he got home, he found Toshi, and said, “Well. Saturday’s the day.”
“Huh?”
“Nessa talked me into dressing for her.”
“Yes! It’s about time.”
“I’ll need help. Yours and mom’s. I want to make a good impression, but not go overboard.”
“I think we can do that.”
It was late on Saturday morning, it was past time for Sam to get up, and get busy for Vanessa’s visit. Toshi went to his room, and knocked on the door, saying, “Time to get up little brother. It takes time to get pretty.”
She heard him rustle around, and knocked again, “Come on. Up, and at ‘em.”
“Okay. Okay. I’m getting up.”
“About time. I talked with Nessa this morning, and she’ll be here about four.”
“Okay. I’ll get a shower.”
“Nope. Mom’s getting a bath together for you right now.”
“A bath! I haven’t taken a bath in . . . I can’t remember how long.”
“Get moving.”
Sam got up, slipped out of the nightgown, and panties, and into a robe. Then wandered into the bathroom, just as his mother turned off the water. She looked at him, and said, “Good morning, sleepy head.”
“Morning.”
“Enjoy your bath. Then I’ll have breakfast ready for you.”
“Okay, mom. This bath smells like flowers.”
“The beginning of your make over.”, Masumi said, as she walked out of the bathroom, and closed the door.
He dropped his robe, walked over to the tub, and checked the water. It was very warm. He slowly got in, and slipped down into the tub. It felt good, and the aroma was very pleasant. As he soaked, he thought about today. And, most important, how Vanessa was going to react to this whole thing. And, his mind wandered. The next thing he knew there was a knock on the door, it brought him back to reality, and Toshi said, “You’d better get out. You’ve been in there fifteen minutes, and you’re going to turn into a prune.”
“Okay. Be right down.”
Five minutes later he was sitting at the kitchen table, eating a very late breakfast. Fifteen minutes after that the three were on the way back upstairs, and into Sam’s room. His mom said, “All right, pick out a bra and panty set, and get them on. Toshi, go get the breast forms. They’re in two white boxes on the top shelf of my closet.”
Sam picked out his favorite set, the red satin ones. He stepped into the panties, and pulled them up under his robe. Then removed the robe, and put on the bra. By then, Toshi was back with the breast forms. This was only the third time that he had worn the forms, and still wasn’t too sure about them. But, he got them situated. Masumi then said, “Lets take a look at you.”
Masumi stood back, and walked around him. She said, “You’re lucky. You don’t have much body hair. So, we don’t need to worry about that. But, the eyebrows, they need work again.”
He looked at her, and just sighed.
“Don’t worry, honey.”, she said, “I won’t get too carried away. Lets go to my room, so we can do your makeup, and hair. Bring along the wig, and wig cap.”
She had Sam sit at her dressing table, put the wig cap on him, and carefully tucked his hair under it. Then came the tweezing, she carefully thinned, and shaped his brows. Not too much, but enough to make them more feminine than masculine. When she was done, she turned to Toshi, and said, “Well.”
“They look great, mom.”
Then she went to work on his makeup. First, a good moisturizer. Then as that was setting, she went to work on his nails. First she filed them a little to even them up, then a nice red polish, not bright, but not dark. Then came the foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow, mascara, eyebrow pencil, blusher, powder, and lipstick. Sam just sat there, never saying a word. Then came the wig, the one that he and Toshi had picked out. Masumi, placed it on his head, adjusted it a little, used some bobby pins to hold it place, and worked on styling it, until it framed his face just right. Again, she turned to Toshi, and said, “Well.”
“Little sister, I’m jealous. You look better than I do.”
He turned, looked in the mirror, and got a very worried look on his face.
“What’s the matter?”, Toshi asked.
“Mom’s done a great job. And, that may be a problem. I remember reading, that some guys, when dressed, looked better than their girlfriends, and it caused some real problems.”
“Little sister. Don’t worry, it would be a miracle if you looked better than Nessa.”
“Really?”
“Yes.”
He relaxed a little. But, was really starting to get nervous about the whole thing.
“I’ve done my magic. Toshi take him to his room, and see what looks good on him.”, Masumi said.
“Come on little sister. Time to try on clothes.”, Toshi said, as she grabbed Sam’s hand, and pulled him back to his room.
They started looking through his closet. He only had the clothes that he and Toshi had purchased. And, Toshi said, to no one in particular, “We need to go shopping again.”
“Huh?”, Sam replied, not really having heard what she said.
“Oh nothing. Just mumbling. Any idea what you want to wear?”
“Not really.”
“Little sister. We need to work on your fashion sense. Lets see. Little black dress? No, too formal for this. Shorts? No, too cold out. Hmm. Dark blue plaid skirt, with this pretty peasant blouse, pantyhose, dark blue Mary Janes’. That might just work. Okay, little sister. Pantyhose first.”
Sam went to a drawer in his chest of drawers, took out a pair of pantyhose, sat on his bed, and put them on. Toshi then handed him the peasant blouse, he pulled it on over his head, being careful not to mess up his hair. “Okay, little sister.”, Toshi said, “You’ll need to wear it on your shoulders, since you’re wearing a bra with straps. If you had a strapless bra, or went braless, you could wear it off your shoulders. But, showing a little bra strap, especially a pretty bra strap, is sexy.”
“Sexy. That’s just what I need.”
“There’s nothing wrong with being sexy.”
“Yea.”
Next she handed him the skirt. He stepped into it, and pulled it up. Put the zipper in the back, zipped it up, and buttoned the waist button. “In or out?”, Toshi thought out loud.
“In or out?”
“Out. That blouse will look better out of the skirt.”
“Okay.”
“Now the shoes. The two inch heels will look really good with that outfit.”
Sam, sat down, and put on the Mary Janes’.
“Hmm. Just like back when you were eleven. You need some jewelry. Wait here.”, Toshi said as she ran out of his room.
“Where would I go?”
Toshi was back within minutes. She handed him one of her watches. He slipped it on, and fastened the clasp. “I found this necklace that will look great with that blouse. It’s got a little heart on it, just like the one you wore that Halloween.”, and she fastened it around his neck. “You know.”, she continued, “You really need to get your ears pierced. It would make life so much easier.”
“No way.”
“Chicken. A lot of guys have their ears pierced. And, no one cares. But, I found something. And, with you hair covering most of your ears, this might even get lost.”
“What is it?”
“It’s called an ear cuff. It just hooks over your ear, and this one has a nice long dangley part.”, she said, as she hooked the cuff on his left ear.
“Now lets go have a look at the whole package.”, she said, as she took his hand, and led him to their mother’s room.
She had him stand in front of the closet door, and then she opened it. He just stared at the reflection. He knew it was him, but it didn’t really look like him. It looked like a grown up version of the girl from that Halloween years ago. He looked at Toshi, who had a look of ‘girl your look great’ on her face.
“I’m really getting scarred.”, he told her. “What if Nessa freaks out when she sees me.”
“She won’t.”
“How do you know?”
“Just say. I have inside knowledge.”
“What?”
“Just remember. She and I are best friends. And, best friends do share a lot of things with each other. Just leave it at that. Lets go downstairs. She won’t be here for an hour or so, and you need to relax.”
The two went downstairs, and into the kitchen. Masumi and Miyuki were just getting ready to leave for the rest of the day, so the kids could have the house to themselves. And, when Masumi saw Sam, she said, “Now there are four girls in this house.”
Miyuki turned, looked at Sam, smiled, and said, “That’s four pretty girls in this house. If the newest member is any indication.”
Sam actually blushed.
Masumi said, “You kids have a good time. There’s a casserole in the refrigerator, all you have to do is heat it. Or, you can order pizza, there’s money in the desk.”
“Okay mom. You two have fun. We’ll see you later.”
There were the good bye hugs, and kisses all around. And, Miyuki whispered to Sam, “Honey, don’t worry. She’ll love you.”
Sam whispered back, “I sure hope so.”
Toshi kept Sam busy for the next hour, just doing small things, and he started to relax a little. He was beginning to enjoy the feeling of the clothes, wig, and makeup. Then just a few minutes after four, the door bell rang. He just froze.
Toshi said, “Take a deep breath, and relax.”
“I’ll try.”, he said.
“And, I’ll get the door.”
Toshi walked to the front door, and it was Vanessa. They hugged, and Toshi whispered, “He is very nervous about this.”
“So am I.”
Toshi looked at her, a little puzzled.
“How often does a girl see her boyfriend dressed as a girl?”, Vanessa said.
“True. Come on in. He’s in the den.”
The girls walked into the den, and Sam was standing there with his back to them, looking out the window. Toshi said, “Sam. You have company.”
He turned, looked at Vanessa, as usual she looked fantastic, and said “Hi.”
She just looked at him for a while. Then said, “Hi.”
“Are you ready to run away?”
“No. I just couldn’t get over how pretty you are.”
“Now I know your joking with me.”
“No, I’m not. If I didn’t know that it was you, I would figure you for a one hundred percent girl. Your mom did a great job on your makeup, not too much. And, the peasant blouse with that bra strap showing, that’s really cute.”
“Toshi’s idea.”
“I really don’t know what to make of this.”
Sam was starting to look a little concerned. Then Toshi said, “Why don’t we sit down, just talk, and see where it goes.”
Toshi sat in the overstuffed chair, forcing Vanessa and Sam to sit on the couch. They sat at each end, but faced each other. To start with, the conversation was a little hard, no one knowing which way to take it. But, finally they hit on something, and the conversation started to roll. Both, Sam and Vanessa, started to relax a little. And, Toshi could sense things starting to ease.
It was almost seven o’clock when Toshi finally said, “I’m getting hungry. Anyone want to eat.”
“Sure.”, Vanessa and Sam said together. They both laughed a little. And, smiled at each other.
“We have a casserole that I could heat up, or we could order pizza.”
“Pizza sounds good.”, Sam said.
“Yes, pizza does sounds good.”, Vanessa added.
“Good. I’ll go order. I think I know what everyone likes.”, Toshi said, as she got up, and headed to the kitchen.
“Is this too much for you?”, Sam asked Vanessa.
“Not really. I asked you to do it. And, it’s hard to believe that the guy I love so much could give me such competition in the look’s department.”
“No, I don’t. There is no way.”
“Oh yes. In looks, yes. Mannerisms, no. Your mannerisms are all guy.”
“That’s because I am a guy.”
“Yea. A guy that looks, or can look, like a pretty girl.”
“No way. Toshi!”
“Yea.”, Toshi answered back.
“Bring the digital camera back with you.”
When Toshi came back in the room, she was carrying the digital camera, and said, “What’s up with the camera?”
“We were having a discussion. And, I thought being able to see our pictures side by side might help end it. So, take a few pictures of us, put them on the computer, and we can look at them.”
Toshi took a few head shots of both Vanessa, and Sam. Then she got them to stand side by side for a few. When they did, Sam put his arm around Vanessa’s shoulder, and she put hers around his waist. When she was done, Toshi downloaded the pictures, and set it up so that some of the head shots could be viewed side by side. As they were looking at them, Vanessa said, “See, you are cuter than I am.”
“No way. You’re much cuter than me.”, Sam said.
They bantered back and forth for a few seconds. Luckily it was a friendly, fun, argument. Finally Sam turned to Toshi, and said, “Sis. End this, and tell Nessa that she looks better than I do.”
“Yea. Toshi, tell him that he’s prettier than I am.”, Vanessa added.
Toshi threw her arms in the air, and said, “No way am I getting in the middle of this.”
Just then, they heard the pizza delivery car pull up in front. Toshi thought, ‘Thank goodness.’ Without thinking how he was dressed, Sam joined the two girls at the front door. The look on the delivery boys face was worth it, when he said, “That will be $17.50, ladies.”, and almost dropped the pizza.
Toshi said, “Sa . . . Samantha would you get the money from the desk?”
Sam turned, went to the den, and came back with a twenty-dollar bill. He handed it to Toshi. Who, handed it to the delivery boy, saying, “Keep the change.”
When they were back in the kitchen, they were giggling about the look on the delivery boys face when the three of them opened the door. And, Vanessa added, with a gleam in her eyes, “And, he couldn’t keep his eyes off of Samantha’s rear, when she went after the money. She has such a cute little wiggle.”
“I do not.”, Sam said.
“Little sister. You do have a wiggle.”, Toshi added.
The friendly banter continued while the three had their pizza. And, Toshi could see Vanessa was really relaxing with the female version of Sam. And, Sam had completely relaxed with what he was wearing. When they were done eating, Toshi excused herself with, “You guys talk. I’ve got something to do.”
After Toshi left, Vanessa said, “Samantha, and little sister. Those are cute.”
“Toshi called me Samantha back when I was eleven, and dressed for Halloween. And, the little sister thing comes from the little brother thing.”
“Do you always wear makeup when you dress as a girl?”
“No. This is only the second or third time.”
“Like it?”
“Kind of.”
“Tell me. How does it feel when you’re dressed this way?”
“Relaxing. Comfortable.”
“You’ve really relaxed since I’ve been here. It’s almost like you dress this way all the time.”
“I don’t.”
“I know.”
“You also seem to have relaxed, with this side of me?”
“I have. I’m seeing a side of you that I haven’t seen before, it’s interesting, and eye opening.”
“Eye opening?”
“Yea. To find that someone that you knew to be soft, kind, and loving. Can be even more that way.”
They sat there just looking at each other. Then Vanessa, as she moved closer to Sam, said, “You know. There is something my boyfriend Sam and I do a lot. I miss it, and I don’t know if I can do it with a girl.”
“What’s that?”
“This.” Vanessa kissed him once. A short one. Looked at him for a second. Then kissed him again. A little longer this time, and more intense. Looked at him again. Then kissed him again. Only this time, as Sam and Vanessa normally kiss, long, and intense.
When they broke the kiss. Vanessa looked at him, and said with a smile, “Your lipstick is a mess.”
“I don’t mind. Can you do it with a girl?”
“Only if that girl is you. And, that’s only because I love Sam. And, I know Sam is right in here.” She touched his chest. “And, I know that the same heart beats inside the person that I’m with now, as beats inside my Sam.”
“I love you.”
“I love you too.”
They kissed again, then hugged.
Vanessa whispered, “Your breasts feel real.”
“My mom got forms when I did the Geisha thing.”
“Mmm.”
They heard Toshi walking back down the hall. And, as she walked in the kitchen, she put her hands on her hips, and said, “Samantha Gifford!”
“What?”
“I’m surprised at you.”
“What?”
“Your lipsticks a mess. What have you two been up too? Go upstairs right now, and fix it.”
With a fake hurt look, he got up, and said, “Yes, sis.”
When he was out of ear shot, Toshi asked Vanessa, “Well?”
“I can’t believe it. You said he looked good, but he’s amazing. And, I wasn’t kidding when I said, that he looks like a one hundred percent girl. And, cute to boot.”
“It looks like you might have accepted this part of him?”
“I couldn’t help it. It’s still Sam. It took me awhile to get up the nerve to kiss him, looking as he does. But, once I started, I couldn’t help myself.”
“You need to fix your lipstick too.”
“I’ll wait. I figure that it will just get messed up again.”, Vanessa said with a grin.
The girls continued to talk until Sam came back in about five minutes. Then the three of them just talked about many things. Finally, Vanessa said to Sam, “Walk me home?”
“Sure. Give me a few minutes to change.”
“No.”
“No?”
“You don’t need to change.”
“What if someone, like your mom and dad, sees me?”
“So what. You’re just a new girlfriend.”
“But, then your girlfriend has to walk back home alone.”
“Toshi can go with us. Can’t you?”
“Sure. A girl can’t be out alone at night by herself.”, Toshi responded, winking at Sam.
“Well. I guess.”, Sam said.
Sam got Vanessa’s coat, one for Toshi, and one for himself. And, they headed for Vanessa’s house. About two houses from the twin’s house, Vanessa took Sam’s hand, and held it all the way to hers’.
Vanessa asked, “What time does Toshi’s flight leave tomorrow?”
“At three-ten.”, Toshi replied.
“Can I go along?”
“I would love that. Come on over for lunch.”
When they got to Vanessa’s house, Sam said, “We’d better say goodnight here. If your mom saw you kissing a girl . . . “
Vanessa grabbed Sam, kissed him, and hugged him. And, whispered, “I don’t care what anyone thinks.”
“I love you.”, he whispered back.
Toshi, just kind of tried to disappear. They kissed again, a long kiss. Finally everyone said goodnight, and Vanessa went into the house. Sam and Toshi started walking back home. Nothing was said all the way home.
As they walked into the house, Toshi said, “Been thinking. Haven’t you?”
“Yea.”
“I told you that she would accept that side of you.”
“You’re right, as usual. What all have you told her?”
“Not that much. Just the Halloween thing. So far.”
“Are you going to tell her more?”
“Do you want me to?”
“I don’t care. You guys share lots of stuff.”
Toshi smiled.
“Help me get my makeup off?”, Sam asked.
“Nope. But, I’ll show you how. So, that you can do it yourself next time. You should have mom give you lessons.”
“Next time?”
She just smiled.
The following morning when Sam came downstairs. Masumi and Miyuki were sitting in the kitchen when he walked in. They looked at him, and Masumi said, “Things went well last night. Didn’t they?”
“How can you tell?”
“By the look on your face.”
“Oh.”
“It has that, ‘everything is right with the world’, look.”
“You can read me like a book. You guys really helped. You and Aunt Mi understand this whole thing. And, so does Toshi. The three of you are very supportive. And, your makeup skills, and Toshi’s fashion sense, made it all work.”
“No. You’re the one that made it work. And, I think the way Vanessa feels about you didn’t hurt.”
Toshi finally came down, and the twins ate breakfast together. Then Toshi said, “Come with me little sister, I have something to show you.”
He followed her into the den, and as they waited for the computer to boot, she said, “I did something with the pictures I took of you two last night.”
“What did you do?”
“Well. There’s a web site, where you can post pictures, and people can rate you.”
“My pictures on the web!?”
“Don’t worry. Now, let me finish. I wanted to end the squabble that you two were having. So, I was going to let people who don’t know either of you rate you.”
“What if someone recognizes me?”
“Stop. I remember someone, when they saw themselves in the mirror, saying something like, ‘I know it’s me. But, it doesn’t look like me.’ So, stop worrying.”
“Sorry.”
“Okay. Here’s the site. There’s you. Cute girl. And, you have a rating of 88.7%. Not bad. And, here’s Nessa. Another cute girl. And, she has a rating of 94.25%. See I told you that she was cuter than you.”
“Sis. Can you get those off the web?”
“Nope. And, I’m showing Nessa when she comes over.”
Sam just sighed, shook his head, and walked away.
Vanessa was over for lunch, and went with them to the airport. On the way home, Vanessa cuddled up with Sam, as Miyuki drove. She whispered to Sam, “Toshi showed me that web site. But, I still think you’re cuter than I am.” And, she kissed him on the cheek. He looked at her, and just shook his head.
Valentines Day was just around the corner. And, Sam had planned something special for Vanessa. On the day, they were at his house, alone, sitting on the couch, and he handed her a card. A very large card. She opened it, and it was one of those very funny ones, and she got a good laugh out of it. She gave Sam his card, and it was a very pretty, sentimental, one. He loved it, and gave her a kiss. Then he handed her, her present. She carefully unwrapped it. It was a box of chocolates. Something she didn’t expect, as he knew she didn’t eat many sweets.
She asked him, “Would you like a piece?”
“Sure. But, you first.”
She removed the plastic wrap from the box, and took the lid off. She looked at the chocolates, and froze. In the middle holder, where the chocolate covered cherry usually was, was a ring. A diamond ring. She looked at him, then back at the ring, and than back at him with, tears in her eyes.
Sam said, “Don’t cry.”
“I can’t help it. I just love you so much.”
Then he slid off the couch, down on one knee, and asked, “Vanessa, will you marry me?”
She looked at him, and said, “Yes! Yes! Yes!”
She reached for him, and they both fell on the floor, with her on top. She kissed him like never before. When they finally broke the kiss, he rescued the ring from the box of chocolates, and slipped it on her finger. She looked at the ring, then him, and kissed him again. She just held him for a long time before she was able to say anything. Finally she said, “I’ve never ever gotten anything so special. I love you so much.”
“I just thought you’d like a box of chocolates. You know, sweets for the sweet.”
“Do mom and dad know?”
“Yes. How do you think I got the ring to fit so well? I stopped by the other day when you were out, and asked their permission. Your mom nearly ran over your dad rushing to give me a hug. And, I asked if they had one of your rings that I could borrow to get this one correctly sized, and your mom got me one.”
“How about your mom, Aunt Mi, and Toshi?”
“No. Mom, and Aunt Mi, won’t be home for a little while. But, we can call Toshi.”
Sam called Toshi, and just chatted for a few minutes. Vanessa was egging him on to tell her. Finally he said, “Oh. Nessa’s here. Would you like to say hello to your future sister-in-law?”
He had to hold the receiver away from his ear, Toshi screamed so loud. He handed the receiver to Vanessa.
“Hi Toshi.” . . . “Just now. And, he gave me the ring in a box of chocolates.” . . . “I know. But, he’s so sweet.” . . . “No. We’re waiting for them to get home. My mom and dad do.” . . . “He said my mom went nuts.” . . . “No. I guess he’s old fashioned.” . . . “Oh. I hear your mom. Do you want to hang on?” . . . “Okay. We’ll call you later.” . . . “Love you sister-in-law. Bye.”
Just then Masumi and Miyuki walked into the house. Aunt Mi said, “Hi kids. Having a good Valentines Day?”
“A very good one.”, Vanessa said.
“What are you two up too? Those grins mean you’re up too no good.”
“Oh. Nothing much.”, Sam said, “I just asked Nessa to marry me.”
“You what!”, his mom said.
Vanessa showed them the ring. Both women looked at it very closely. It wasn’t the biggest ring in the world, but it’s the thought that counts. There were hugs, and kisses all around.
“Oh kids! That’s so wonderful.”, Aunt Mi said. “Who else knows?”
“Just Nessa’s mom and dad, and Toshi.”
Miyuki looked at her watch. It was just after six in the evening. She said, “It’s just after eight in the morning in Japan. Shall we call?”
They spent the next forty-five minutes talking to everyone in Japan, and spreading the news. Finally the kids said that they needed to go to Vanessa’s, and talk with her parents. They left, and slowly walked to the Martin’s house. When they walked in the door, they were met by Vanessa’s mom, with a questioning look on her face. Vanessa just grinned, held up her hand with the ring on it, and the hugs and kisses started. Vanessa’s dad shook Sam’s hand, and hugged and kissed his daughter. And, the phone calls started all over again.
After a while, the kids had to get away by themselves. They left, and went to a nearby restaurant. They had forgotten to eat dinner, so Sam bought Vanessa a very nice Valentines Day dinner. Vanessa said, “Wait a minute. How did you get the ring in the sealed box of chocolates?”
“I just went to Temo’s, told them what I want to do, and they opened up a box. I ate the chocolate covered cherry. We put the ring in, they resealed it, and gift wrapped it for me. And, that was it. Also, it helps to know the owners.”
“Your telling me your story, was to be up front with me before you did this. Wasn’t it?”
“I felt I had to be honest with you, before we went to the next step, and I was ready to go to that step. So, I just had to tell you. Besides, mom and Toshi kept telling me that I had to be up front with you.”
“You are so sweet.”
The remaining part of the school year went by quickly. And, Sam, and Vanessa drove to M.I.T. by themselves to bring Toshi home for the summer. As with the trip when they took Toshi there, it was an overnight trip. And, as they were leaving, both sets of parents told them, “To behave themselves. And, that Vanessa was to stay with Toshi.” The trip to Cambridge was a pleasant one, and passed by quickly.
When they pulled up in front of Toshi’s dorm, she was waiting for them, and said. “Let me see. Let me see.”
Vanessa showed Toshi her ring, Toshi hugged her, and winked at her brother. Then she hugged, and kissed her brother, and whispered, “I told you that she was special.”
“More than special.”
They started to load the van, so that they could get a fairly early start home in the morning. Then went out to dinner, and sat around catching up on everything. Around ten, Sam and Vanessa headed to the motel. This would be their first night together.
After they checked in, they took their bags to their room, and settled in. Vanessa went to the bathroom, and when she came out she was dressed in a very sexy baby doll pajama set. Sam looked at her, and grinned. She said, “Toshi told me something?”
“What?”
“That you sleep in a nightgown, and panties.”
“Ah. Yea. Most of the time. I left them at home. I thought . . .”
“Look in my bag.”
He looked. And, saw a very pretty maroon, satin, nightgown. He looked at her.
“It’s for you.”, she said.
“Are you sure?”
“Honey. It wouldn’t be in there, if I wasn’t sure.”
He took it out, held it up, and it would hit him at the knees. He looked in the bag again.
She asked, “What are you looking for?”
“Panties.”
“They’re at home. You won’t need them tonight.”
He took the nightgown into the bathroom, and was back in a few minutes wearing it. She smiled at him, and said, “Very cute, girlfriend. Come on to bed.”
The next morning they went back to pick up Toshi, some more of her things, and head back home. They pulled up in front of the dorm, and went up to Toshi’s room. All she had was two suit cases, and a box. So, they carried that down to the van, and both Sam and Vanessa yawned. Toshi grinned, and said, “You two not sleep well last night. You did sleep in separate beds, didn’t you?”
Vanessa blushed a little. And, Sam said, “Of course we did. But, we talked most of the night.”
“I bet you did, little brother. You two do talk a lot, but no one can have that much to say.”
“Maybe not in so many words.”, Vanessa answered.
“Oh. Wait until I tell mom. But, I think she knows.”
The trip home, was one of catching up even more on what had happened since the beginning of the term. By the time they got home, Vanessa was asleep, and Sam was having trouble staying awake. They dropped Vanessa off at her house. And, the twins were together again, at least for the summer.
“Did you like the nightgown?”, Toshi asked.
“That was a real surprise. But, a nice one. I figured that you had something to do with it. And, it really surprised me that she did that.”
“I keep telling you that she’s special. And, really does love you. Why, I don’t know. But, she does.”
He glared at her, and just said, “Hmm.”
This summer, along with the preparations for the arrival of Masumi’s family from Japan, Vanessa’s dad had to fly to Europe for two weeks on business. He wanted to take Vanessa and her mother along. But, Vanessa wanted to stay home. Something about working on a school summer project, which wasn’t completely true. After some discussion, Vanessa’s parents decided to go to Europe, leaving Vanessa at home.
When they were leaving for Europe, Sam and Vanessa took her parents to the airport. And, as they were saying goodbye, her mom said, “You two behave yourselves.”
Vanessa, squeezed Sam’s hand, and said, “Yes, mom. You have a good flight, and lots of fun. And, don’t worry, everything will be fine.”
That night Vanessa had dinner at the twin’s house, and later Sam walked her home. As they were saying their usual long goodnight, Sam asked, “Are you sure you’ll be all right?”
“Yes. I’ll be fine.”
She unlocked the door, opened it, and gave him another kiss. He waited until she closed the door, locked it, and then he headed home.
There was a knock on his bedroom door. He rolled over, looked at the clock, and it was a quarter to two in the morning. He said, “Yes.”
“Honey. Vanessa’s on the phone.”, his mom said.
“What’s wrong?”, he asked, as he jumped out of bed, and opened the door.
“I think she’s afraid to be alone in that big house.”
Sam took the phone, and said, “Honey. What’s wrong?”
“Yea.” . . . “Calm down. Nothing is going to happen.” . . . “Yes. I can come over.” . . . “I’ll be there in a few minutes.” . . . “I love you too. Bye.”
“You’re right, mom.”, Sam said to Masumi, “She’s afraid to be alone in the house. I’m going to go over, and sit with her.”
“Be careful. It’s late.”
“I will. Go on back to bed. Sorry about this.”
“That’s all right.”
Sam got dressed, and walked to Vanessa’s. The house was lit up like an amusement park. Every light in the house, and outside, was on. He walked up on the front porch, and she was watching for him. She opened the door, and wrapped her arms around his neck, saying, “I’m sorry. But, I was hearing noises, and just got scared.”
“Calm down. It’ll be fine. But, lets turn off some of these lights.”
They walked around the house turning off all the lights, and ended up in the den. He turned off all the lights there, except one dim one, they curled up together on the couch, and she was asleep in a few minutes. He sat there awake for a while longer, and then he dosed off.
When he awoke the next morning, the sun was up, and so was Vanessa. He heard her in the kitchen, and headed that way. She had just started on some breakfast for them, turned, smiled, and said, “Good morning, lover.”
“Good morning yourself. You feeling better?”
“I’m sorry about last night.”
“That’s all right. I slept pretty good.”
“You know. I can’t wait to do this every morning.”
With a smile, he said, “What. Wake me up at two o’clock in the morning. And, have me turn off all the lights.”
She frowned at him, turned back to the stove, and said, “No! Fix us breakfast.”
“I was kidding.”
She looked back at him, with a little smile, and said, “I know.”
As they were sitting eating a very nice breakfast, he asked, “Are you going to be all right at night for the next two weeks?”
“I don’t know. It was scary last night, until you got here.” There was a little twinkle in her eye.
“You planned this. Didn’t you?”
She looked down at her plate, then at him, and said, “Kind of.”
“Kind of. You’re a little sneak.”
“Sorry. But, I did hear some noises.”
“What do you want me to do? Come over at two every night?”
“No.”
“What?”
“Spend the next two weeks with me.”
“I thought that’s where you were going. You are so bad. Is there really a school project that you need to do?”
“No. I’m sorry.”
“I don’t know what my mom will say.”
“We can ask.”
Later that day, as they were walking out of the twin’s house, Sam was carrying a small overnight bag. And, Masumi said, “You two behave yourself.”
Sam said, “Yes mom.”
Vanessa, turned, looked at Masumi, smiled, and also said, “Yes mom.”
Masumi shook her head, and said, “I guess I’d better get use to that.”
Later that evening, as they were getting ready of bed, Sam said, “Lets see, I’m sleeping in your mom and dad’s room. Right?”
“Only if you don’t want me talking to you for a month.”
He picked her up, carried her into her room, and dropped her on the bed. She jumped up, and kissed him. Then, she walked to her chest of drawers, picked a nightgown, a skimpy one, and as she was walking to the bathroom, said, “I’ll be right back.”
She was back in about five minutes, and said, “It’s all yours, lover. And, there’s something in there for you.”
He just looked at her, and headed to the bathroom. He found a nightgown, a dark blue, satin, one, neatly folded on the counter. He got cleaned up, and slipped on the nightgown. Again, no panties.
As he walked into her bedroom, she said, “You look cute, lover.”
“No panties, again?”
“Like last time, lover. You won’t need them. I also have three more nightgowns for you. Come on to bed.”
Sam crawled into bed with Vanessa, and said, “Oops. Wait a minute. I’d better go check to see if we locked the doors, I don’t want the boogie man getting you.”
She grabbed him, and said, “No you don’t. We checked all the doors together before we came up here.”
He cuddled up to her. And, she said, “I just love the feel of your body in satin.”
The next morning Vanessa again was up before Sam. He found the nightgown, and put it back on. Then he found a robe, put it on, and headed downstairs. Vanessa was in the kitchen, making breakfast. He stood there for a minute, before he said, “Aren’t you the domestic one.”
“Good morning, lover. Sleep well?”
“Once you left me alone.”
“Complaining?”
“Not in the least.”
While they were eating breakfast, they chatted. And, finally Vanessa said, “I’d like to go shopping today. If we could?”
“Your wish, is my command. My love.”
“Good. I want to go shopping with my best girlfriend.”
“Oh. I don’t think Toshi’s up yet. But, you can call.”
“Oh, no. She’s my second best girlfriend.”
“Huh?”
“Samantha’s my best girl friend.”
“You. You want me to . . . “
She smiled, and said, “Yes.”
“No way. I’m not going to the mall as Samantha.”
“Why?”
“What if someone recognizes me?”
“Lover. When I saw you at the costume party. You looked one hundred percent girl. The mannerisms left a little to be desired. And, then at your house, again, one hundred percent girl. And, at the costume party, the only way I knew it was you, was by your eyes. And, it would take someone very close to know it was, and no one else had better be that close to you.
“Beside, the mall is a great place to people watch. You can see how people walk, talk, and interact. Besides, it will be fun. Girlfriends going out together. Besides, I’d never put you in a situation where you would get hurt.”
“You talk a great argument. I have one condition. Only if Toshi goes along.”
“That would be fun, too. But, why?”
“Safety in numbers. With you two. No one is going to notices the ugly girl.”
“Not again. I thought that the picture on the web ended that.”
Later that morning they were at the twin’s house, and had talked Toshi into going shopping with them. Of course Toshi had to put a dig in, and asked them if they behaved themselves last night.
Vanessa said, “Of course we were good. We were very good.”
Everyone was wearing shorts, so Sam got out one of his bra and panty sets, pantyhose, breast forms, a pair of shorts, a pretty blue blouse with some embroidery on it, and his open toed sandals with the two inch heels. He dressed in his room, as the girls talked in Toshi’s room. He walked into Toshi’s room carrying his wig. The girls took one look, and they both said, “No!”
“What?”
“No pantyhose with shorts. You really want to be read don’t you. No girl, at least most, will wear pantyhose with shorts. Take them off.”
“Sorry. But, I’m still learning.”
He slipped off the sandals, his shorts, and the panty hose. Then the shorts went back on, and he was about to put the sandals back on, when Toshi said, “Stop.”
“Now what?”, he asked.
“The toe nails. You need a quick pedicure, and some color on those nails.”
“What next!”
“Sit on my bed, and let me work.”
He sat on Toshi’s bed, she sat on the floor, and spent about fifteen minutes working on his nails. When she was done they had a very nice peach color to them. Toshi added, “We’ll use the same color on your hands.”
“Now little sister.”, Toshi continued, “You are going to get your first lessons in makeup. Have a seat at my dressing table.”
Sam just went along with her. He sat at the dressing table, and over the next forty-five minutes Toshi and Vanessa walked him through putting on his own make up, and wig. He didn’t do too badly of a job. Toshi, just like her mom, was good at the less is more approach to makeup. He only had to redo his eyes’ three time, but in the end they looked good. When all was said and done, Samantha was back.
The girls had him get up, and turn around. Vanessa said, “Almost as good as your mom’s job. It’ll work.”
“Jewelry.”, Toshi said, as she jumped up, and went digging through her jewelry. She handed him the same watch as last time, saying, “You might as well keep it. I don’t ever wear it.” Then a couple of rings. Then she held up a pair of earrings, saying, “It a shame that your ears aren’t pierced, these would look so cute with that blouse. I guess we can use the ear cuff again.”
They went to their mother’s room, so that Sam could see how he looked. And, he was okay with it, but was getting nervous.
Vanessa said, “Honey. You look great. Believe me, I would never take you out if you didn’t. We’re just going to be three girl friends out for a days shopping.”
“I hope you’re right?”
“She is, little sister.”, Toshi said, “You make a cute girl.”
Toshi found a purse for Sam. Tossed a few things in it, and they were off to the mall. As they were walking down the street to the Metro Rail station, Vanessa pointed out a very pretty girl to Sam. And said, “Watch how she walks. She’s proud of who she is. She doesn’t slouch. Her head is held high, her shoulders are back, and there is a sway to her walk.”
Sam watched her. And, tried to somewhat imitate her. The girls giggled a little.
“What?”, he asked.
“You’re trying too hard. Relax. Try to be natural.”, Toshi said, “. . . That’s better. Just relax, and go with the feeling. Hold your elbows out just a little. . . . Good. And, a little smile never hurts.”
They caught their train, and arrived at their destination twenty minutes later. After a short walk, they were in the mall, and started window shopping. Sam was really getting into being Samantha. He did notice that people were looking at him, but it didn’t appear to be with any knowledge that he was really a guy. There was a group of teenage girls that really gave them a good going over, but as the three girls walked by, the teenagers smiled at them. The girls returned the smile. Vanessa said, “You passed that really well.”
“As long as I don’t have to talk.”
“Never thought about that. Have you ever tried?”
“Not really.”
“Any ideas Toshi?”
“Trying talking very softly. A little above a whisper.”, Toshi said.
“Do you mean like this?”
“Almost. Something like this.”
“Like this?”
“Better. Almost like a woman with a husky voice. Keep practicing, and it might work.”
They started going into some of the upscale clothing stores, looking at some very pretty things. Then a few shoe stores, again with some pretty shoes. Vanessa tried on a couple pair of shoes, and had Sam do the same. He found a pair of three inch pumps that he liked, and said so. Vanessa said, “Buy them.”
“Why?”
“A girl can never have too many shoes. Look in my closet tonight.”
“A . . . All right, I guess.”
“Good girl.”
While the girls waited for him, Sam walked up to the counter, set the shoes on it, and paid for them. As he walked out of the store, Vanessa said, “There’s my favorite clothes’ store.” And, the three walked in, and started browsing. After a few minutes, they heard, “Hello, Vanessa.” They turned, and one of the clerks walked up to them. Vanessa recognized the clerk as the one that had waited on her many times before, and said, “Hi. Teresa. These are my friends, Toshi and Samantha.”
“Nice to meet you guys. If there’s anything I can help you with, just let me know.”
“There is. When I was in here last week, you had some very pretty blouses. They were a print, very flowery, three quarter sleeves, and almost see through.”
“Yes. They’re right over here. We’ve also gotten in some very nice jeans, with embroidery on the legs, that would go very nice with that blouse.”
“Where are they?”
“In the back left corner of the store. And, you know where the changing rooms are. Let me know if you need help.”
“We will Teresa. Thank you.”
The three looked through the blouses, and found a couple of very pretty ones. Then they looked at the jeans, and found a pair that Vanessa really liked. Sam asked, “Are these for you, Nessa?”
“No honey. They’re for you.”
“Me?”
“Uh huh. Toshi and I figured that you need some additions to your wardrobe.”
Sam didn’t argue. He was really getting into this. He tried on the jeans, and Vanessa had done a good job of choosing a pair that fit. They were perfect, a little low on the hips, and a little tight, but they fit. The blouses also looked good on him. He thought that he might take both, but thought better of it, and took only one. They found Teresa to check them out, and to Sam’s surprise, Vanessa paid. And, it wasn’t cheap. As they were walking out of the store, Sam said, “Nessa. I love that you bought these. But, it was too much.”
“Nothings too good for my best girlfriend. I’ll tell you those heels, jeans, and blouse, will make a great outfit.”
Toshi said, “Anyone else hungry? We missed lunch.”
Vanessa said, “That’s what’s wrong. There’s a good restaurant just down the mall a little way.”
The restaurant wasn’t busy, and the girls were seated right away. Sam said, “You know. I have to go to the restroom.”
“Okay. We’ll go with you.”, Vanessa said.
“Huh. You can’t?”
“Why not?”
“You can’t go into the guys.”
“You can’t either.” And, Vanessa and Toshi laughed a little. “You would cause a panic in the men’s rooms dressed like that. Come on.”
The three got up, and headed for the ladies’ room. Sam hesitated at the door, but Vanessa took him by the arm, and guided him into the restroom. To Sam’s relief, there wasn’t anyone else in there. The girls each went into a stall, and Sam followed suit. Toshi whispered to him, “Be sure and sit down.”
He finished well after the other two did, and when he came out of the stall, Toshi and Vanessa were standing at the counter freshening their makeup. He washed his hands, and walked up to them. “Honey.”, Vanessa said, “You need to freshen your lipstick.”
“Uh . . .”
“Look in your purse. I put your lipstick in there.”
Sam opened his purse, and found, among other things, his lipstick. He looked in the mirror, and she was right, it needed freshened. When he was done, the three walked out of the restroom, just as two other women were walking in, and they smiled at each other. The three finished their meal, and went back out into the mall. Vanessa spotted a jewelry store, and they headed in there. She was looking at earrings, and found two or three pairs that she liked. She held one pair up to Sam’s ear, and said, “Toshi. What do you think?”
“Cute. They’d look really good on her. It’s a shame that her ears aren’t pierced.”, Toshi replied.
“You know they do ear piercing here.”, Vanessa added. Sam felt a cold sweat come over him.
“I know. But, if you want it done right, you go to a place that does a lot of body piercing.”
“Oh. Where?”
“A tattoo parlor, that also does body piercing.”
Toshi and Vanessa both looked at Sam. He shook his head no.
“For me?”, Vanessa said.
He looked at her. And, just nodded yes.
“The place that did mine is just down the block a little from the mall. It’s a great place.”, Toshi said.
Sam was very quiet as they walked down the street. They walked into the shop, and were greeted by the owner. Who was basically covered in tattoos and piercing’s. He said, “Hi ladies. Can I help you?”
“My friend here is a little behind the times.”
“Oh a tattoo?”
“No. Way behind the times. She wants to get her ears pierced.”
“Not a problem.” He turned toward a curtained off area, and said, “Suzie. Come out here, please.”
A girl with about as many tattoos as the owner had, and more piercing’s than Sam cared to count, came out from the back room. The owner then said, “This is Suzie. She does all the piercings’ on the ladies. Suzie. This lady would like to get her ears pierced”
“Hi honey. Are we adding?”
Sam shook his head no. And, Vanessa added, “She’s behind the times, and a little shy. These will be her first. How about two in her left, and one in her right, to get started.”
Sam looked at her, and said, “Two in the left?”
“We have to get you caught up with the times.”
He just shook his head.
“Okay honey come with me. We’ll get the paper work done, and get you pierced. It won’t take long.”
Sam followed her, like a lamb to the slaughter. Toshi and Vanessa looked through the tattoo books while they waited, Toshi found one, and said, “That would look good on Samantha’s back.”
“Yea. That little butterfly is cute.”
Fifteen minutes later Sam came out of the back room with Suzie. And, the girls looked at him, he pulled back the hair from his left ear, and there were two studs in it. Then the hair from his right ear, and there was one stud. Sam paid for the work. And, as they were walking out, Sam said, “She read me.”
“No?”, Vanessa said.
“Yea. She said it was the wig. But, she was really cool with it. And, we had a nice long talk. They have a lot of crossdressers come in.”
The three had a very long day, they made their way home, and stopped at the twin’s house first. Masumi and Miyuki were a little surprised to see Sam dressed as he was. And, Masumi asked, “You went shopping dressed like that.”
“Yea. The girls wanted to go shopping, as three friends. Three girl friends.”, Sam answered
Vanessa said, “I asked him to.”
“Oh.”, Masumi said, “Any problems?”
“No. He passes very well. And, Toshi and I would never put him in a situation that would hurt him.”
“Honey. How did you feel?”
“Very nervous at first, especially about going to the mall. But, later on it just felt natural. And, I relaxed, it became easier, and actually fun. I was just another shopper.”, Sam answered.
They talked for a while longer about their shopping trip. And, they also showed them his ear piercing’s. The only comment was from Aunt Mi, who said, “It’s about time.”
It was about nine, when Vanessa and Sam headed back to her house. About half way there, Sam said “Nessa!”
“What?”
“I left my clothes at home!”
“No, you didn’t. You’re wearing them.”
“No. My other clothes.”
“Oh. Your guy clothes.”
“Yea.”
“So what. You can get them tomorrow.”
“Yea. But, I’ll have to dress as Samantha to go back home.”
“So?”
“Okay . . . “
When they reached Vanessa’s, it was about nine, and they cuddled in the den for a while. Sam was still dressed as Samantha. He asked her, “You like it when I dress. Don’t you?”
“Yea. It’s fun having another girlfriend, that’s really your fiance. I wouldn’t want it all the time. I need my Sam. But, it was fun watching you today, become more comfortable with your female side. You just became more and more at ease. And, I think right now, you are very happy.”
“I am. I’m relaxed, but you’re the biggest part of that, and I feel comfortable with the way I’m dressed, and look. And, I need to be Sam too. But, Samantha is a part of me.”
“I know. And, I consider her a really great girlfriend, and I want to have more fun with her.”
Vanessa turned around, looked at Sam, and said, “You’re pretty.” And, she kissed him.
Later as they were getting ready for bed, Sam again found a nightgown in the bathroom. A very pretty black one. He went back to the bedroom, and crawled in bed with Vanessa, and she whispered, “Tonight, I just want to cuddle with you.”
The next morning was just like the previous two. Sam found Vanessa in the kitchen cooking breakfast. And, they had another pleasant meal together. Just as Sam was finishing the dishes, when the phone rang. Vanessa answered it, “Hello.” . . . “Hi mom! Are you and dad having a good time?” . . . “Great. No everything is just fine. Sam came over for breakfast this morning.” . . . “Yes mom. We’ve been behaving ourselves.” . . . “How’s dad’s business meeting going?” . . . “Great.” . . . “Yes, Sam sends his love too.” . . . “We’ll see you the end of next week. Love you. Bye.”
“I guess dad’s business trip is going better than planned.”, Vanessa said, “And, it looks like they are going to be able to have a small vacation.”
“That’s great. They need some time to relax.”
They went upstairs to change to do some grocery shopping. When Sam said, “Ah. I don’t have any of my guy clothes here. Remember?”
“Oh. That’s right.”, Vanessa said with a little gleam in her eye, “I guess, I could run over to your house, and bring them back. Or . . . ”
“Yea. Or? . . . “
“Or, we could bring Samantha back for a while. We really do need to see if those new clothes really do fit you.”
“Samantha? Well, I guess you’re right about trying on the clothes.”
“Get busy.”
Sam, stripped. And, put back on the panties and bra he wore yesterday. Then Vanessa, helped him with his makeup, but had him do most of it. He was learning, and it didn’t take quite as long as it did yesterday. She then helped him with his wig. He looked in the mirror, and just shook his head. Samantha was back.
Sam got the jeans, and put them on. They fit him like a second skin. Then the blouse, and heels. Vanessa said, “Very nice, girlfriend. That is really one great outfit.”
“I don’t know about these heels. The two inch heels on the sandals I got use to. But, I’m really wobbly on these.”
“It takes practice to walk in them. Walk around for a while, and see if you get use to them. Be careful on the stairs.”
Sam spent a good fifteen minutes walking around the house in the heels, he got better, but still didn’t feel good enough to walk very far in them. And, said, “I don’t think I should try walking to my house in these. I’ll break my neck on the sidewalk.”
“That’s okay, honey. Heels do take practice. The sandals will look all right.”
He changed shoes, and they headed for the twin’s house. On the way, a car with two boys honked at them as it went by. And, then went around the block, and went past them again slowly. Sam was getting a little concerned, and annoyed with them. Vanessa told him, “Relax sweetheart. Girls get this all the time. You learn to ignore it. If you react to them, they just get bolder, and do it more. Just keep walking. We’re almost there.”
“Yea. But, it’s annoying.”
“Get use to it girlfriend. It’s part of being a girl. And, I’m surprised we didn’t get hit on at the mall.”
“Boys!”
“Boys? You’re a boy. You never did anything like this?”
“No.”
They got to the twin’s house, and Toshi was the only one home. She saw Sam, and said, “Nice look little sister. Where’s the heels? They would really make that outfit look great. Hmm, no hips!”
“I was afraid I would break my neck walking over here.”, Sam answered.
“He tried walking in them.”, Vanessa said, “And, was having problems. But, he’ll learn.”
“You two are really getting into me dressing as a girl. Aren’t you?”
“Honestly? Yes. At first, I wasn’t sure about having a boyfriend that liked girls clothes, and looks better than I do. But, it’s become fun. You know I like to shop, and it’s given me more reason to do that. You’re fun to go out with as a girlfriend, even though it’s only been once. And, I want to do it more. I actually love the way you look in satin nightgowns. Toshi has been a big help, in helping me learn about you. And, it’s really opened my eyes. You can’t help being the way you are. And, it seems that you’re comfortable with it. So, because I love you more than anything, I’m willing to accept all parts of you.”
Toshi added, “What she said. Except for the satin nightgown thing.”
He just sat there, and looked at the two girls. Then just said, “I love you two guys.”
“Okay, lover.” Vanessa said, “Lets get you in guy mode, so that I can get the grocery shopping done.”
Part Five
The Club
The rest of the two weeks, that Vanessa’s parents were gone, went along as the first part had. The couple enjoyed spending all their time together, Sam spent every night, and Samantha was only around at night. But, toward the end of the second week, as Vanessa’s parents were due back on Sunday, and she wanted to do something with her girlfriends on Saturday night. They found a club that looked like it might be a lot of fun. It wasn’t far off the Georgetown University campus, so it wasn’t that far from home, and it was a college age club. So, on the Friday morning before, they started looking through his girl clothes trying to find something for him to wear.
Vanessa just shook her head, as she was looking. Sam said, “What?”
“Girlfriend.”, Vanessa said, “You are clothing deprived. We’re going to have to work on that.”
“Gee. I’m sorry. But, I’m only a part time girl. And, judging by your closet, you’ve been doing it for a long time.”
“Smart Alec. Just for that, we’re going shopping. And, you are going to be one sexy girl when we’re done.”
They, as they loved to do, bantered back and forth for a little while. Toshi just loved hearing them do this. And, just sat back, listened, and grinned.
The girls helped Sam become Samantha. They had him wear pantyhose with the jeans, and blouse outfit. And, the three inch pumps. He complained about having to wear the pumps, “I can’t wear these. I’ll break my ankle.”
“Girlfriend.”, Vanessa said, “You picked them out, and you can learn to wear them. It isn’t that hard. And, you need practice.”
Sam grumbled a bit, but put them on, and walked around a little. And, Vanessa said, “Honey. You’re doing a lot better than last time.”
The three girlfriends, headed to a store that Vanessa knew had the clothes she was looking for. This store specialized in club wear. Sam was going to look sexy for the club. When they were done, Sam walked out of the store with a short leather skirt, a pair of black fishnet pantyhose, a pair of bright red, open toed shoes, with a one inch platform, four inch heels, that laced up the calf, and a sexy black top, that was off one shoulder, and left the midriff exposed.
As they were walking out of the store, Toshi said, “That top needs a strapless bra, or no bra at all.”
“You’re right.” Vanessa said, “I’d love to see Samantha braless, but it won’t work. I guess we’ll have to get her a strapless one. Come on, I know just the place.”
Sam couldn’t believe what they were putting him through. But, a girl has to learn to shop.
The three walked about three blocks to a lingerie store that had more bras, panties, and other things than Sam had ever seen. The three started looking at various items of unmentionables. A clerk walked up to them, and said, “May I help you?”
“Yes.”, Vanessa said, “Our friend here just purchased a top that needs a strapless bra.”
“They are right over here Miss.” And, the clerk took them to that part of the store. Then said, “If you see anything you like, and want to try it on. The changing rooms are at the back of the shop.”
The girls looked through dozens and dozens of bras. And, picked four that looked like they would work. They took them back to the changing rooms, and while Toshi watched their other packages, Vanessa helped Sam. Since Sam wore breast forms, the strapless bras weren’t working, like they would on a real girl. Vanessa stopped, thought awhile, ‘We could use a torsolette, but that wouldn’t work with the exposed midriff. Then there’s . . . ‘ and, then said to Sam, “Stay here a minute.”
She walked out of the changing room, and was back within five minutes. When she got back, she said, “Problem solved. Which of the bras do you like the best?”
“This black one is very pretty. But, how’s it going to work?”
“You’ll see. And, that is a very pretty one.”
Sam had chosen a black lacy, underwire bra, with demi cups. While Sam got dressed, Vanessa took the other bras back. When he came out, Toshi and Vanessa were whispering about something. Vanessa looked at him, and said, “You’re right. I think I saw something over here.” And, she led them to another part of the store that had various kinds of panties, and underwear. The two girls started looking at something that looked a little strange to Sam. They picked out a black pair, and Toshi said, “These will give him some shape.”
“Huh?”, Sam said.
“They’re padded panties. They’re for girls that don’t have a butt, or hips. Like you.”, Vanessa said.
He just shook his head.
Toshi quipped, “Nessa. Be careful. We’re telling him all our secrets.”
The girls headed back to Vanessa’s house. Once there they laid out everything on Vanessa’s bed, Sam just shook his head. Then he noticed two spray cans that he hadn’t seen before, and asked, “What’s that?”
“Oh. Nothing.”, Vanessa said.
“Nothing usually gets me into trouble. What are they?”
“Spray adhesive.”
“Spray adhesive for what?”
“Oh. . . . Your breasts.”
“What?”
“It’s spray adhesive for your breast forms.”
“Why?”
“So that you can wear the strapless bra, and that blouse.”
“Okay. How?”
“We glue the forms to your chest. Then the bra will work. Want to see?”
“Ah . . . I guess. But, how do we get them off?”
“That’s what the other can is for. You can blame Toshi for this. It was on one of the web pages that she showed me. And, I noticed that the lingerie store carried mastectomy supplies, and they had the adhesive, and remover. So, take off your blouse and bra, and lay down on my bed. And, we’ll see if it works.”
Sam grumbled a bit, but removed his blouse, and bra. And, set the forms on the bed side table. Vanessa read the instructions on the can. She placed the forms on Sam’s chest, and lightly marked when they were. Then she sprayed the back of the breast form with the adhesive, and also carefully sprayed the area of his chest where they would go. She waited until the glue was tacky, carefully placed the forms on his chest, and held them in place for a short time.
“Okay, lover. Sit up.”
Sam sat up, and the forms moved with him, they were part of him. His only comment was, “These are heavy.”
The girls laughed a little. And, Toshi said, “Yea. And, we have to live with them.”
As she picked up the strapless bra, Vanessa said, “Lets try the new bra.” She helped Sam put it on. Then stood back, smiled, and said, “That looks very nice. It’ll work.”
“Okay. We can take them off now.”, Sam said.
“Oh no, girlfriend. Try the blouse, and see how that looks with the bra.”, Vanessa said, as she helped him put the blouse on. It felt a little funny to him, one shoulder and arm bare, and the other covered.
Toshi said, “That will look great.”
“Okay. Now can we get these off?”
“If you insist.”, Vanessa said, with her hands on her hips. “But, I’d practice in the heels.”
On Saturday afternoon, as Vanessa and Sam were walking back to her house, she asked Sam, “Are you ready to become a club girl for a night?”
“I don’t know. You two worry me.”
“It will be fun. Three girlfriends out for an evening.”
“Yea. What about all the single guys that’ll be there?”
“Let me worry about them.”
After a light supper, Sam and Vanessa started getting ready. The first thing was Sam’s breasts. Vanessa went through the same things she did on Friday, mark, spray the adhesive, wait, and carefully put them in place. When the adhesive had set, she helped him with the bra. Then he wiggled into the padded panty. It was tight. Then he sat on the bed in his underwear, while Vanessa did her own makeup, and hair. He watched her change from his very pretty fiance, to a very sexy young woman.
“Okay, love. Your turn. And, Toshi should be here in half an hour.”
Sam got up, and sat at Vanessa’s dressing table. She was going to do his makeup, as it was going to be an evening look. She worked on his eyebrows first, thinning them down, and giving them more of an arch. Then came the makeup, she spent a long time on his eyes, giving them a very provocative look. Heavy on the mascara. Heavy on the eye liner. Heavy on the eye shadow. Heavy on the blush. The lipstick she used was dark, and very glossy. She put his wig on, fussed with it for a long time, and when she was done, it was very sexy.
The doorbell rang, and she said, “That must be Toshi. Here, do your nails, toes and fingers, while I go let her in.” She tossed him a bottle of polish, put her robe on, and headed downstairs to answer the door.
Sam looked at the polish. It was almost black. He went over to her bed, sat, and started on his toe nails.
Vanessa and Toshi walked back in the bedroom, and Toshi said, “Wow! Little sister you look fantastic. I thought Vanessa looked great, but wow.”
The girls finished getting ready. Sam thought it was interesting that both Vanessa and his sister were running around in their underwear, just like he was really another girl. Everyone helped each other in getting dressed. The fishnet hose felt funny to Sam, but Vanessa was also wearing a pair. Sam was dressed in the short leather skirt, which hit him mid thigh, the off the shoulder blouse, and the platforms with a four-inch heel. Toshi had to help him get the laces that went up his calf, done properly.
Toshi was wearing a very sexy red dress that was really too short. And, her makeup matched the other girls, very sexy. Her shoes, were white, with a two-inch platforms, and four inch heels, that had three ankle straps.
Vanessa had on a short, plaid, pleated skirt, and an almost see through white blouse that really showed her cleavage. Her shoes were almost like Toshi’s, except they were in black.
Sam looked at the two girls, and got a concerned look on his face.
Vanessa said, “Honey. What’s wrong?”
“This whole thing?”, Sam answered.
“Huh?”
“I’ve never seen you like this before?”
“I did a little clubbing before we got back together. But, not since. And, I just thought it would be fun to do it one last time.”
“One last time? And, Toshi. This is a real surprise.”
“A girl has to have some fun when she’s away at college.”, Toshi answered, with a smile.
“And, I thought you might have some fun going out with two sexy girls.”, Vanessa added.
“I’m just worried about the three of us getting hit on. I don’t want that.”
“Honey. I know that. And, just let me handle it. I’ve done it before.”
“All right. But, I’m still not comfortable with this whole thing.”
“Stop worrying, and just enjoy it.”
“I’ll try.”
“That’s a girl. I’ll go call a cab.”
“A cab. It’s only five or six blocks.”
“Do you really want to walk that far in those heels?”
“Ah . . . No.”
Ten minutes after the cab arrived, the girls were at the club. Sam was still not really sure about this whole idea. They paid the cover charge, and walked in. It was a very noisy place, but everyone appeared to be having a great time. Somehow, the girls found an empty table. And, as they were walking to it, Sam could feel people watching them. The table was one of those with the very high stools, and the girls had to be careful with their skirts, so they didn’t show too much. A friend of Toshi’s, Angela, who they had gone to high school with, spotted her, and joined the group. They sat for awhile, people watched, and had a few non-alcoholic drinks. Finally Vanessa and Sam got up, and danced a couple of dances, as two girls would.
They had been there about an hour, when three guys walked up. Sam thought, ‘Oh no. I knew this was going to happen.’, and just looked at Vanessa. The tallest one said, “Hi girls. I’m Paul, this is Michael, and this is Steve. Couldn’t help but notice that you were alone?”
“We’re not alone.”, Vanessa said, “We’re here with each other.”
“I mean. There are no guys with you.”
“As I said, we’re here with each other. We might dance with you, but we’re not interested.”
“Oh come on. Four good looking girls like you without guys.”
“Well, Paul.”, Vanessa said. Then pointing at Sam, she said, “This is Sandy, she’s a lesbian.” Pointing at Toshi, she said, “This is Tammy, she’s also a lesbian.” Pointing at Angela, she said, “This is Amy, we’re not sure about her.” And, showing them her engagement ring, said, “I’m Vicki, and I’m bi, and engaged. Now, as I said we’re here with each other. And, you just don’t have the right equipment.”
Sam looked at Toshi, and she was covering her mouth trying to hide a smile. Angela was just staring at the three guys.
Paul looked at his two buddies, and said, “Sorry guys. I was wrong. Lets go.” And, the three turned, and walked away.
Angela said to Vanessa, “That was a new way to get rid of unwanted guys. I would have never thought of it.”
“A friend told me about it. You just have to be very forceful when you tell them. And, it works most of the time.”
“You guys aren’t lesbians are you?”
“No. Fully heterosexual. You are, aren’t you Samantha?”, Vanessa said with a grin.
“No. I love you.”, Sam said, and tried to kiss Vanessa, “I love you very much.”
And, everyone broke up laughing. Vanessa, Toshi, and Samantha, because they new about Sam. And, Angela because she just thought it was funny.
They hung out at the club until almost two in the morning. Angela finally said that she had to go, and our three girls said that they might as well go too. Angela had a car, and offered to take everyone home. They took her up on the offer. They dropped off Vanessa and Sam first, at Vanessa’s house. Then she took Toshi home.
Vanessa and Sam spent a little while getting undressed, removing Sam’s breasts, and the makeup. It was after three when they finally crawled into bed. Sam was so tired that he even forgot about the nightgown. Vanessa’s mom and dad’s flight was due at four in the afternoon, so they figured that they could sleep in.
“Sam. Sam. Honey. Wake up. I heard something downstairs.”, Vanessa whispered, shaking Sam awake.
“Sure you did. Just like two weeks ago.”, Sam joking said.
“No really. Listen.”
The tone in her voice told Sam that she was serious. He listened, and did hear something downstairs. He jumped up, found his pants, looked at the clock, and it was seven-thirty. He headed out the bedroom door, and down the steps. He only made it four steps down the stairs, and stopped dead in his tracks. Vanessa’s mom was standing at the bottom of the steps.
“Mrs. Martin!”, Sam said in surprise.
“Sam!”, Mrs. Martin said, also in surprise.
“Mom. What are you doing home?”, Vanessa said from behind Sam.
“It’s more like, what’s Sam doing here young lady?”
Just then Mr. Martin walked up behind his wife. And, was surprise at seeing Sam.
“Mom . . . Mom . . . I can explain.”
“I sure hope so young lady. Into the den with both of you.”
“Yes, ma’am.”, Sam replied.
Vanessa and Sam finished walking down the steps, and followed Vanessa’s parents into the den. Her mom indicated for them to sit on the couch, and they did. “All right young lady. What’s going on?”
“I’m sorry.”, Vanessa said, and the tears started. “It’s all my fault. I was scarred the first night you were gone, I called Sam, and he came over. We spent the night here in the den. Then I talked him into spending every night here.”
“But, in your bed? Not in the den.”
“Yes.”
“I trusted you. I’m not surprised that you’re having sex. But, I trusted you to take care of the house, and that meant not having visitors. Young man?”
“Yes ma’am?”
“I think you need to go home, now.”
“Yes ma’am.”, Sam answered, as he got up, and went upstairs to get his clothes. He heard Vanessa say, “Can I say good bye to him?” And, her mother say, “No. You can talk to him later.”
Sam walked home very slowly, trying to figure out what to do. When he got there, he just sat on the steps for a long time. Finally he walked in the house, and his mom was the first to see him, and she asked, “Sam. What’s wrong?”
He looked at her for a minute, and said, “Vanessa and I are in trouble.”
“Sit down, and tell me.”
Sam, and his mom sat in the kitchen, and he told her the whole story.
She said, “Honey. Don’t worry too much. I had a talk with Vanessa’s mother when the two of you went to pick up Toshi. And, we both knew that she wouldn’t end up spending the night with Toshi. We’ve both known that you’ve been sexually active for quite a while, and I think she may be more upset about you spending so many nights with Vanessa. I should be, but I understand your love for each other. You should wait until you’re married, but your father and I didn’t. So, I guess I shouldn’t expect you to.”
“You and dad?”
“Yes. We felt about each other, just like you and Vanessa feel. And, we couldn’t wait either.”
“I just hope we haven’t blown it with her mom and dad.”
“I don’t think so.”
About an hour later, the phone rang. Masumi answered it, “Hello” . . . “Hi honey. Yes, just a minute.” . . . “Sam, it’s Vanessa.”
Sam took the phone, and said, “Hi.” . . . “Yea. I can do that.” . . . “By the oak tree, in an hour.” . . . “Okay. Love you too. Bye.”
“Everything all right?”, Masumi asked.
“I think. I’m going to meet her in the park in an hour. We’ll see.”
An hour later Sam was standing by the old oak tree. And, he watched Vanessa walk toward him. She walked up to him, wrapped her arms around his neck, and just hugged him. He finally whispered, “Is everything all right?”
“Yes. My mom and I had a big fight. But, I think that’s over. Lets sit.”
They sat down at the base of the oak, as they had done many time before. Sam still loved the smell of her hair. They sat there, quietly, for a long time, before Vanessa said, “My mom and I really got into it. I even threatened to move out, and get an apartment.”
“An apartment?”
“Yea. She was madder about me having you spend every night, than anything else. She said she knew that we had been having sex. We yelled at each other for a while. But, believe it or not, my dad came to my rescue.”
“Your dad?”
“Yea. He reminded mom how they felt about each other when they were our age, and what they did. And, that they would have jumped at a chance to spend two weeks together. She finally calmed down, and we had a talk about a number of things. She actually said, that you could move in with us. My dad raised his eyebrow at that.”
“I’ll go pack.”
“Sam!”
“I’m kidding. I’d love that. But, not yet. Maybe in a year or two.”
She turned around, knelt between his legs, said, “I love you.”, and kissed him.
Then he just held her for a long time. They got up, and started walking, hand in hand, through the park. He asked, “Why were they home so early?”
“They had a chance to catch a red eye flight, and be home early. And, they took it. Then, instead of calling me, they took a cab home.”
“That was a somewhat unpleasant surprise.”
“Very. But, I think everything is fine.”
“I hope.”
Two weeks later, there was a house full at the twin’s home. Masumi’s family from Japan had arrived. Only Sofu was staying at the house, the others had rooms at a nearby hotel. What Vanessa liked, was that Aiko and Kioko were a lot of fun, and she could practice her Japanese. Taro, and David, Toshi’s boyfriend, hit it off.
Along with all the normal sight seeing in Washington. There was an engagement party for all the family and friends of Sam and Vanessa. They had it at a shelter in the park that the kids loved so much. It was at the end of this party, when everyone but family had left, that Vanessa hit Sam with something completely unexpected. They were talking about the wedding. When out of the blue, Vanessa said, “I know my parents want to have a traditional Methodist wedding. But . . . I would also love to have a Shinto ceremony.”
“You want a Shinto ceremony instead of a Methodist one?”, Aiko asked.
“I’d really like to have both. And, I hope that Japanese part of my family can be here.”
“That would be so nice.”, Masumi said.
“We wouldn’t miss it.”, Akio added.
Vanessa said in broken Japanese, “I love you guys.”
As Vanessa and Sam were walking home, Sam said, “You really surprised me with wanting to have a Shinto ceremony.”
“I’ve been reading a lot about it, and I think it would be a great way to really become part of your family.”
“You are something else. But, one question?”
“What?”
“Which one of us gets to wear the wedding kimono?”
She playfully hit him in the arm, and said, “Me. Silly.”
The remainder of the two weeks flew by, and Masumi’s family was back in Japan. Sam was beginning to feel very comfortable when he was Samantha. And, there were a number of times that Samantha and Vanessa went out. And, Vanessa just loved it when Samantha was there. It was like having a girlfriend, who had to be taught how to shop, how to do makeup, how to shop, how act like a girl, how to shop. Shopping? Sam’s closet now had more girl’s things, than boys.
That fall, Sam and Vanessa took Toshi back to M.I.T. for her sophomore year. After they had unloaded all of her boxes, less than last year. She had learned. They went out for dinner, and just sat and talked. They took Toshi back to her dorm, and then went to their motel. That night, Sam and Vanessa just cuddled up in bed. He held her for a long time, before both they both fell asleep.
The following morning, surprisingly Sam was up before Vanessa, but he had a surprise for her. He had brought along another suit case that she hadn’t noticed. He took that into the bathroom with him, and after his shower, he became Samantha. He had packed some of Samantha’s things, a wig, the padded pantie, a bra, the breast forms, two different blouses, a skirt, a pair of jeans shorts, and his favorite pair of sandals with a two-inch heel. He spent some time getting his makeup just so, the wig styled to frame his face, and the proper choice of clothes. He chose a blue print peasant blouse, and the shorts. Also, he painted his toe nails, and finger nails, with Vanessa favorite color, a pink coral.
He put on the watch that Toshi had given him, and a necklace that Vanessa had given him on his last birthday. It was a present to his feminine side. He removed a stud from each ear, and replaced them with a pair of earrings that were made from silver and turquoise, and they hung down almost to his shoulders. He just loved the feeling of earrings dangling from his earlobes. Last came a couple of rings. One matched the earrings, the other looked a lot like an engagement ring.
As he was coming out of the bathroom, Vanessa was just waking up. She rolled over, saw him, and smiled, as he said, “Good morning sleepyhead.”
“Good morning Samantha. This is a surprise.”
“I thought it might be fun to drive home as Samantha.”
“I’d love that.”
“Better get a move on it. We are supposed to pick Toshi up in half an hour for breakfast.”
“You were hogging the bathroom.”
“We could have shared.”
“Two girls in that small bathroom? I don’t think so.”
He helped her up, and she kissed him. Then she said, “Oops. I don’t want to smear your lipstick.”
“Don’t worry. I got a semipermanent kind, just for situations like this.” And, he kissed her again, long, and hard.
They picked Toshi up, had a nice leisurely breakfast, and talked. Toshi could sense that Sam was very comfortable sitting there looking like a young woman. And, that Vanessa was just as comfortable with it. And, that made her happy.
The trip back to Washington was uneventful. They stopped for lunch, and dinner, and were treated just like two women. At dinner, Vanessa said, “I like that ring on your left hand.”
“It is pretty, isn’t it?”
“Yes. It looks almost like an engagement ring.”
“It’s supposed to.”
“Oh?”
“I figured that it would help keep guys from hitting on me.”
“Good idea.”
“It wasn’t mine. Mom came up with it.”
When they arrived back in Washington, they stopped first at the twin’s house. And, when Sam and Vanessa walked into the house, there was no reaction from Masumi or Miyuki, as to how he was dressed. It was just like it was normal.
Samantha changed back to Sam before walking Vanessa home. And, as the walked, she asked, “How did it feel, being Samantha all day? You looked very comfortable.”
“I was, but it’s hard to describe. It felt good. A little strange for that length of a time. But, good. It was interesting that everyone treated me as a woman. And, I’m still surprised that you put up with it like you do. I think your acceptance will always amaze me.”
“Everyone treats you like a woman, because you act like a woman. You’ve become very sure of yourself. I’ve noticed that when you’re dressed as Samantha, you are different. You walk differently, you talk differently, you act differently. You actually change from a masculine Sam, to a feminine Samantha. It’s like two different people. And, I love both of them very much. The both of you make me very happy.”
The following three years of college went just fine for our three. Vanessa and Sam moved into an apartment together at the end of their junior year, with the blessings of both of their parents. And, they had decided to marry in late summer, after their senior year, so that everyone could be there.
When graduation came, Toshi graduated toward the top of her class at M.I.T. Vanessa graduated with a degree in education. And, Sam graduated with his pre-law degree. The following year, Sam planned on attending the law school at Georgetown. Vanessa was going to teach, and work on her Masters. In fact Vanessa applied for, and was given a teaching position at a school that the children of the staff of various embassies used.
The day after Toshi was home from college, she and Vanessa went shopping for a wedding gown. And, Sam pouted when they wouldn’t let him go along.
The weddings were scheduled for mid August. And, the week before was a mad house, as there were going to be two ceremonies. One on Friday evening, and one on Saturday afternoon. The Friday ceremony was going to be the Shinto ceremony, and Saturday’s the church wedding. As they had promised, Masumi’s family had flown in from Japan.
The Shinto ceremony was held in the same park that the engagement party was held at. Per tradition the whole wedding party was in kimonos’. Vanessa was wearing Masumi’s white wedding kimono, and headdress. Masumi, Miyuki, and Toshi, had spent most of the afternoon at Vanessa’s house getting her, and themselves ready. Everyone met at the shelter, and then followed the priest to the oak tree, where the shrine had been set up. It was interesting that the ceremony drew a large crowd from the regulars at the park.
After the ceremony, they retired to the shelter, for a small reception. When Sam and Vanessa arrived back at the shelter, she removed the white kimono, and was wearing Masumi’s ornate red and white kimono. During the reception, Miyuki walked up to the newly weds with an older Japanese gentleman, who was dressed very formally.
Miyuki said, “Vanessa and Sam. I would like you to meet an old friend, Mr. Takahashi.”
Vanessa and Sam bowed very deeply to Mr. Takahashi, and said in unison, "Douzo yoroshiku, Takahashi sama." (Authors note: Douzo yoroshiku is a formal 'Nice to meet you'. And, sama is a polite Mr).
Mr. Takahashi, returned the bow, and greeting.
Miyuki continued, “Mr. Takahashi, is a very special guest. He is the Japanese Ambassador to the United Nation, and he use to work in the embassy here in Washington. He was kind enough to come to the wedding as a special favor to me.”
Miyuki left the wedding couple and Mr. Takahashi to talk. He was impressed that Vanessa wanted to have a Shinto wedding ceremony. And, she explained that she felt that it would help her become a member of Sam’s family. They talked a for a few more minutes. Then, Mr. Takahashi excused himself with a bow, and saying, “Go-kekkon omedetou gozaimasu.” (Congratulations on your wedding.) Then in English added, “I need to speak with your father before I leave.” Sam looked at him a little surprised. And, Vanessa looked at him with a little puzzlement. The three bowed, and said “Sayonara.”
As he walked away, Vanessa turned to Sam, and said, “He doesn’t know my father.”
“I know.”, Sam replied.
Vanessa noticed a strange look on Sam’s face. And, asked, “What did he mean?”
“I . . . I’m not sure.”
“Honey. What’s going on?”
“Don’t be mad. But, I can’t tell you right now.”
“Why?”
“I just can’t.”
Vanessa just looked at Sam, and could see a little look of worry come over him, and asked, “What is wrong?”
“Nothing, I hope. I need to talk to my mom for a minute. Do you mind?”
“I don’t mind, as long as you’re going tell me what’s going on.”
“I hope I can. I’ll be right back.”
Sam left Vanessa, luckily Aiko and Kioko walked up, and started chatting with her. But, Vanessa watched as Sam found his mom, and they talked. Sam was back with her in a few minutes, and Vanessa saw Sam’s mom walk up to Miyuki and Mr. Takahashi, and talk with them.
Sam didn’t say anything to Vanessa, but also watched the conversation. After a couple of minutes, Mr. Takahashi turned toward the couple, and bowed. More people walked up to the couple to talk to them. So, Vanessa didn’t get a chance to talk to Sam right away.
Around nine-thirty, the couple decided it was time to leave, they said their goodbyes to everyone, and left by limousine for Vanessa’s parents home. They were spending their wedding night there, because of the second ceremony on Saturday. As they pulled away from the park, Vanessa asked. “Alright. What is going on?”
“Lets wait till we get to your parents, then I tell you.”
She just frowned at him.
When they arrived at Vanessa’s, they went to her room, and Sam was going to carry her across the threshold. She said, “Not until you tell me what’s going on.”
He looked at her, pointed to the bedroom, and said, “It would be easier in there. It may take awhile.”
“All right. But, this had better be good.”
He picked her up, carried her into her bedroom, and carefully set her down on her bed. He went to kiss her, and she said, “Please tell me.”
He sat her on the bed, next to her, and said, “You remember that I told you my dad worked for that government agency that was known for clandestine things. And, how he went on an assignment, and never returned?”
“Yes.”
“Well, that’s not entirely the truth.”
“Oh.”
“But, first you have to promise me, that this will go no farther. It’s very important that it doesn’t.”
“Okay. It won’t go any farther.”
“Promise?”
“I promise.”
“And, I mean no further. My dad did work for that agency. And, they had an assignment for him . . .”
He went on to tell her how that his dad was also a crossdresser, and was very good at becoming a very passable Japanese woman. That the agency was aware of it, and it didn’t seem to bother them. They came up with a clandestine assignment for him, inside the Japanese embassy. But, that he had to do it as a female. And, be undetectable. How he had the surgery to change his appearance to that of a woman, and completed the assignment.
She sat there almost in disbelief as he told her the story. Then as he finished, he watched as she started getting a smile on her face, and said, “Aunt Mi.”
He just nodded yes.
She started asking questions. Starting with “How long have you known?”
“Since I was about thirteen.”
“So, even though you knew your dad was there. You couldn’t interact with him as your dad. That must have been hard on you?”
“At times. But, it was okay, knowing what he had done.”
“It didn’t bother you, and Toshi, that the kids were always talking about your mom and Aunt Mi being lesbians?”
“It did, until they told us about dad. Then we had a family secret, and we just smiled when anyone said anything. You, Sue, and Paul were the best. You didn’t seem to care.”
“We didn’t. I think the three of us shared a, live and let live kind of thing. Do you think Aunt Mi would talk to me about it?”
“She might. Just ask her. Enough questions for how, Mrs. Gifford.”
She looked at him, got a big smile, and said, “I love the sound of that. Mr. Gifford.”
“And, I love you, Mrs. Gifford.”
“I love you, too. Help me take my kimono off?”
She didn’t have to ask twice. He helped her remove the various parts, and carefully fold them. When she was down to the last slip, she slowly removed it, and was standing there in a very pretty white lace satin bra, and matching thong. He just looked at her, smiled, and said, “You’re beautiful.”
That night they consummated their marriage.
There was a knocking at their bedroom door, followed by Toshi’s voice saying, “Come on sleepyheads it getting late. And, we have a lot to do.” Followed quickly by another knock, and a “Come on. Up you two.”
Sam rolled over, looked at the clock, and it was eight o’clock. He rolled back over, and said, “Okay. Okay. We’ll be right down.”
Vanessa looked at him, and said, “What time is it?”
“It’s eight.”
The rest of Saturday morning was spent in a flurry of activity in preparation for the afternoon wedding ceremony. Sam went home to get ready. Toshi, Aiko, Kioko, and Sue, rushed Vanessa around getting ready. They all had hair appointments. Then, it took them hours getting Vanessa, and themselves just so. Toshi was Vanessa maid of honor, and the other three were her bride’s maids.
The church ceremony was scheduled for three-thirty, and it almost started on time. Sam stood at the front of the church. The music started, and after the bride’s maids, and maid of honor made their way down the aisle, with Sam’s grooms’ men, the Wedding March started. Vanessa, escorted by her father, started down the isle. Sam smiled, she was wearing a very simple, but elegant, satin gown, and a beautiful veil. Her bouquet was made of all wild flowers.
The ceremony was fairly short, and there was a dinner reception for them at a near by party center. Most of the people that were at the Shinto wedding on Friday, were also that this ceremony. And, again at around nine-thirty, the couple decided to leave. They said goodnight to everyone, especially Masumi’s family, as they would be gone when the couple arrived back from their honeymoon. Toshi gave Vanessa, an especially big hug, and whispered, “Big sister, take good care of our little sister.”
“Don’t you worry sis. I will.”
The limousine took the couple to a hotel just outside the airport, and they went to their room. Sam picked Vanessa up again, carried her across the threshold, and carefully deposited her in the room. She asked, “Got any more secrets, Mr. Gifford?”
“None that I know of, Mrs. Gifford.”
She kissed him, smiled, and as she turned her back to him, she said, “Good, I don’t think I could take any more. Would you help me out of this dress?”
He carefully unbuttoned the many buttons down the back of the dress, and about a dozen on each sleeve. She stepped out of the dress, he picked it up, and carefully placed it over a chair. She turned, faced him, and allowed her slip to drop to the floor. She was standing there in a red satin lace bra, matching thong, garter belt, white stockings, and four inch white satin pumps. Sam smiled, and said, “You’re gorgeous. But, why not white?”
“It’s my second wedding.”, Vanessa said, with a grin, “I shouldn’t have worn a white dress.”
He just shook his head.
She walked back over to him, kissed him again, and said, “There’s a present over on the desk for you.”
He looked over at the desk, and there was a box wrapped in pretty pink wrapping, with a white ribbon. He looked at her, walked over, and picked up the box.
“Go on. Open it.”, she said.
He carefully unwrapped the box, and removed the lid. Inside was the twin to what she was wearing. A red satin lace bra, matching thong, garter belt, and white stockings.
She added, “I thought we could be twins tonight.”
Again, he just shook his head.
“I’ll go get ready for bed, and you can change. Be ready when I get back.” She turned and walked into the bathroom.
She was back out in about five minutes. Sam was standing there in the bra, thong, garter belt, and white nylons. That night, they consummated their second wedding.
They were gone for about a week, on a honeymoon to the Carribean. When they came back to their apartment, it looked like the Toshi gang had been there. The apartment was completely decorated in ribbons, and bows. And, most of the kitchen drawers were filled with rice. They vowed that she would pay.
Sam’s first semester of law school started, and as law school can be, it was very stressful. Vanessa continued to work at the school attended by children from the various embassies in Washington, and attended night school working on her masters. But, Samantha had been missing for about the first six weeks of the semester.
One evening after class, Vanessa came home, and found Sam staring out the front window of the apartment. Toshi had told her, when Sam was troubled he would just stare out a window, deep in thought. She walked up behind him, and wrapped her arms around him. She just held him for awhile, before saying, “Honey. What’s wrong?”
“Nothing.”
“Sam. I know better. Toshi told me about your window thing.”
“My window thing?”
“That when something is bothering you, you will stare out the window.”
“Oh.”
“So. What’s wrong?”
“Law school.”
“Law school?”
“Yea. The stress is really starting to get to me.”
“You knew it was hard.”
“I know. But, some of these profs . . . ”
“Hmm.” Vanessa’s mind was working. “Honey. Why don’t we go for a walk? It might help.”
“Yea. It just might.”
They just started walking to no place in particular. Just walking. After awhile, they were in their favorite park, and ended up at the oak tree. Vanessa said, “Lets sit for a minute.” Sam sat down, and helped Vanessa sit in her usual place, between his legs. They sat there for about ten minutes, before Vanessa said, “Honey. You need to relax. I can feel the tension. You know, since school started Samantha hasn’t been around much. Just at bed time.”
“Yea. I know. I walk into the closet, see all of her things, and just wonder.”
“Wonder about what?”
“Where she is.”
“She hasn’t left. Has she?”
“Oh, no. She’s still here. It just that she hasn’t wanted to come out of the closet.”
“Think it might help if she does? You know she always helped you relax in the past.”
“Yea. Maybe this weekend.”
Vanessa thought, ‘He seems so down. I’ve got to do something to get him out of this.’
They walked back home hand in hand, not talking. Sam went into the den, and Vanessa made a telephone call.
Early Saturday afternoon, the doorbell rang at the apartment. Vanessa knew who it was, or was supposed to be. She opened the door, and as expected there stood Toshi. And, someone else. Vanessa looked at Toshi, with a questioning look.
“You remember Angela, don’t you?”, Toshi said.
“Yes. Of course. But, I thought . . . “
“She’s cool. In fact, she’ll be a really big help with this. Besides there’s something that we have to tell you, and Sam.”
“Come on in.”
Toshi and Angela followed Vanessa into the apartment. Angela was carrying a rather large case, which she set down just inside the door.
Vanessa asked, “I thought we were going to . . . You know, Samantha? Down in the dumps.”
“Nessa. It’s cool. Angela does makeup and hair for one of the local theater groups. And, I thought you know who would like a complete make over. You know how things like that make a girl feel. And, besides she knows about Sam’s other side.”
“A make over could just be a good thing. How does she know about Sam?”
“I told her. And, she thought it would be fun.”
“Yea. Toshi told me.”, Angela added, “And, I think it’s really cool. And, a make over can do wonders for a girl.”
“Is Sam here?”, Toshi asked.
“He’ll be back in about fifteen minutes. I thought we could talk, while he’s gone.”
“What’s going on?”
“He’s really been under stress at school. Some of the law professors are really something, and put it to the first year students. And, it’s really gotten to him. And, for some reason, Samantha hasn’t really been around for weeks. To top it off, he’s been doing the window thing.”
“The window thing?”, Angela asked.
“Yea. When he’s stressed or depressed, he’ll stand and stare out a window, deep in thought.”, Toshi said.
“Holds it in. Not good.”
“No, it’s not. We have to get him out of this funk, before it affects his school work, or us.”, Vanessa said.
“Toshi says that he likes to crossdress, and looks fairly good.”
“Yea. . . . Not too many people know about it, and we would like to keep it that way.”
“Toshi’s already told me that. And, it’s our secret. I’ve heard that a lot of guys crossdress to relax. Sure is a lot better than drinking or drugs.”
“Yea. It can also be a lot of fun.”
“Lets see what we can do. What did you have in mind?”
“I was going to try and get him dressed as Samantha, and go out. Maybe to dinner, and a show.”
“How about if I do a complete make over on him. We’ll treat him like he’s in a spa, and go the whole nine yards on the makeup, hair, nails, clothes, etc.. Then I know of a great place to go. Toshi and I’ll have to go and change, and you’ll need to dress up, but it will be fun.”
“Where?”
“Let it be my secret?”
“Toshi?”, Vanessa asked.
“Sounds like a plan to me.”, Toshi said.
“If it helps him. I’m all for it.”
“How much body hair does he have?”, Angela asked.
“A little, not much.”
“Okay. The first thing, we need to do is get rid of the body hair. Then he needs to soak in a nice warm bath, with some body oils that I have. Then we’ll go from there.”
“Sounds like you’ve done this before?”
“No. But, I know to make a woman feel good. Does he have anything in clothing, that’s really dressy and sexy?”
“He has a number of things. Even a set of clothes for clubbing.”
“No. Not club clothes. Something, classy, and sexy.”
“He has a little black dress, with see through sleeves, and a low scooped neck.”
“Perfect. Don’t forget jewelry, and a sexy pair of shoes.”
Just then Sam walked in the door, and said, “Toshi. Hi. And, . . . Angela. Right?”
“Right.”, Angela responded.
“What are you guys up to? You have a look that worries me.”
“Remember you said that Samantha might come and visit this weekend?”, Vanessa said.
“Yea.” Sam looked at Vanessa a little puzzled, then at Angela, then back at Vanessa.
“She’s cool. She wants to meet Samantha.”
“In fact. Angela here, does a great job with makeup and hair. And, wants to give Samantha a complete make over.”, Toshi added.
“Why?”, Sam asked.
“Because, honey. You are so tense, that we feel that Samantha needs to visit, maybe for the whole weekend.”, Vanessa said.
“But, I was going to . . . “
“Was is the word. You need to relax, and Samantha is the one that can help you do that.”
“I . . . “
“Lover. You don’t have a choice.”
He looked at each of the three girls in turn, then back at Vanessa, and said, “It looks like I’m out numbered.”
“Right, little sister. Four to nothing.”, Toshi said.
“Vanessa. Why don’t you do the first thing we talked about? I’ve got a couple of other things in the car that I need. Then we can get her in a nice warm tub for a soak.”, Angela said, as she headed for the door.
Vanessa took Sam’s hand, and led him toward the bathroom. He followed without question.
Forty-five minutes later, he was standing in the bedroom, wearing only a thong, and Angela was looking him over. She, said to no one in particular, “This will be easy.” Then she turned to Vanessa, and asked, “By some slight chance he doesn’t have breast forms, does he?”
“Yes he does.”, Vanessa answered. She walked over to the chest of drawers, and got them, and handed them to Angela.
“Good. Has he ever had them attached?”
“Yes. Once.”
“I’ve got some really good adhesive with me. So, we’ll attach them again.”
Angela had Sam lay on the bed, and attached the breast forms to his chest. She went one step further than Vanessa had, and carefully went around the edges with the adhesive to be sure that they were firmly attached. When she was happy with the job, she offered her hand to Sam to help him up, and said, “All right, Samantha girl. Lets get you a make over.”
Angela was a professional. The first thing she did was applying a heavier makeup around where the forms were attached. And, when she was done, you couldn’t tell where the forms ended and Sam started. Then she let Sam put a bra on. With the help of Vanessa and Toshi, Sam was given the works. His body was moisturized from the neck down. Vanessa gave him a pedicure. Toshi gave him a manicure, with some nail extensions. And, Angela started with a complete facial, then very carefully applied makeup. When she was done, not even Vanessa recognized him. It was a complete new look.
“How about a wig?”, Angela asked.
“He has one that he really likes.”, Toshi said.
“Let me see.”
Vanessa retrieved it from their closet.
Angela held it up, looked at it, and shook her head, saying, “Nice. But, just won’t do. Girls’ what do you think of auburn instead of the black?”
“Might work? Do you have one?”, Vanessa asked.
“Of course.”, Angela said, retrieving a wig from a box. It was a shoulder length one, and human hair like Sam’s other one. Angela placed a wig cap on Sam’s head, carefully tucked his hair under it, placed the wig on his head, and carefully bobby pinned it in place. She spent a long time styling it, and actually trimmed it a little.
She stood back, and said, “Well girls, what do you think?”
Toshi stood there, looked at what one time was Sam, and said, “Samantha. You have never looked so good.”
Vanessa said, “Girlfriend welcome back. Angela, you did wonders.”
“Can I see?”, Sam asked.
“Sure.”, Angela said.
He turned, looked in the dressing table mirror, and turned his head from side to side. The three girls could see a smile start to grow on his face. He turned, looked at Angela, and said, “I thought my mom did good work. But, this is wonderful.”
Vanessa felt Sam start to relax for the first time, in a long time.
“Where are we going for dinner?”, Toshi asked.
“We’re going out?”, Sam asked.
“If you think we went to all this work, so that you can just sit around the apartment. You’ve got another think coming, little sister.”
“Sorry, sis. Don’t get mad.”
Vanessa said, “I know just the place, McGiver’s. Do you two want to meet us there, or change, and come back here?”
“Why don’t we meet you there around seven.”, Toshi said.
“Sounds good to me.”
Just before six Sam and Vanessa got dressed. Both classy and sexy. Along with the dress, Sam wore black nylons, a pair of three inch black heels with rhinestones on them, that set off the dress nicely. Around his neck he wore a black cameo choker. On his hands, a couple of rings, and a woman’s watch.
They arrived at McGiver’s just after Toshi and Angela. As they were shown their table, those that watched them walk through the restaurant saw four very pretty, well dressed, young women. All dressed for a night out.
As they were paying their check, Angela said, “Good, we’ll be in plenty of time for the nine o’clock show.”
“Just where are we going?”, Samantha asked.
“It’s a secret. Lets leave your car here, and take mine.”
The four got into Angel’s car. A very new, high end, four door sedan. And, headed out. It wasn’t long before they were pulling into a pay lot. And, walking down the street toward a couple of clubs.
“We’re not going to Ziegfeld's. Are we?”, Samantha asked.
“What if we are?”, Angela answered back.
“I’ve heard that some drag queens don’t like crossdressers. And, it can get ugly.”
“Who’s a crossdresser?”
“Uh. Me.”
“No way!”
“Stop fooling around.”
“Look. There are four girls here. Me, Toshi, Vanessa, and you. And, I dare anyone to prove different. In fact, if I wasn’t taken, I’d hit on you myself.”
“There’s something between my legs that says different.”
“And, who the hell is going to see that?”
“No one but me had better see it.”, Vanessa piped in.
“See. No one is going to read you as anything other than a girl. Besides, the queens here are nice. I’ve never heard of any problems. So, would you relax and enjoy yourself.”
“I’ll try.”
The four paid the cover charge, and somehow found a table. They ordered drinks, sat, and people watched for awhile.
Angela said to Samantha, “She that girl over there?”
“Yea.”
“Guy.”
Samantha looked a little closer, and said, “You’re right. And, so is the one standing next to her.”
“You’re good.”
At around nine, a very good drag show started, and ran till about ten-thirty. Some of the girls were done up in very heave makeup, and some looked very good. Most of the show was the girls lip syncing to recorded songs. There was one girl that actually sang, and she sounded really good. Our four girls stayed till about eleven, and then headed back to pick up Vanessa’s and Samantha’s car. As they pulled into the restaurant parking lot, Toshi said, “I know it’s getting late. But, do you mind if we stop by the apartment, and talk.”
“Sis. You know you’re always welcome.”, Samantha said.
On the drive home, Vanessa was quiet. And, as they parked the car, Sam asked, “Honey. Is something wrong?”
“No. No, I don’t think so.”
The four walked into the apartment together, and into the kitchen. As, Vanessa, Toshi, and Angela sat, Samantha fix tea, and served it. Toshi’s comment was, “Little sister, you’re becoming very domestic.” Which got her a glare from Samantha.
As Samantha sat down, he said, “So, what’s up sis?”
“Angela and I need to talk to you guys.”, Toshi said, “It’s important, and we feel that you guys are a good sounding board.”
“You and Angela are an item. Right?”, Vanessa said.
“Ah . . . Yea. But, . . . how did you know?”
“Just a guess, after Angela’s comment.”
“What comment?”
“When she said to Sam, ‘In fact, if I wasn’t taken, I’d hit on you myself.’ I knew she wasn’t talking about Sam, but Samantha.”
“What do you mean an item?”, Sam asked.
“You’re lovers. Right guys?”
Toshi looked at Sam with tears in her eyes, and nodded yes.
“You’re gay?”, Sam asked.
“Not really. I’m bi.”, Toshi responded.
“And, Angela . . .”
“Yes. She’s my lover.”
“How?”
“Remember when we met her at the club, when we went clubbing that one time?”
“Yea.”
“And, she took us home?”
“Yea.”
“After she dropped you and Nessa off, she took me home. But, when we got there, we sat, and talked for a while. One thing led to another, and she kissed me. Not on the cheek, but on the lips. Then, and at that time I didn’t know why, I kissed her back. A long deep kiss. Over time, things got deeper and deeper, and we became lovers. We needed to tell someone, and you guys are . . . Well, you guys are just wonderful, and we hoped that you would understand.”
“What about David?”
“That’s part of the problem. He doesn’t know. And, I still love him. Angela of course knows this, and understands.”
“What about mom, and Aunt Mi?”
“No. That’s the other problem. I just don’t know what to do. I need your help. Yours and Nessas’. You two are very special to me, and I love the both of you. And, I can only hope that you understand.”
Sam sat back in his chair, and sat there, looking at Toshi, for a long time without saying anything. There was a look of concern on Toshi’s face. She wasn’t sure how Sam was taking this.
Finally Angela said, “You hate me. Don’t you?”
Vanessa said, “No, honey. We don’t hate you. I think Sam is trying to figure out the best way to approach this.”
Sam nodded yes. And, finally said, “Sis. You remember that you told me that I needed to be up front with Nessa about my crossdressing?”
“Uh huh.”
“I think you need to be up front with everyone, mom, Aunt Mi, and David.”
“That scares me.”
“Why?”
“I’m afraid that everyone will abandon me.”
“Little sister.”, Vanessa said, “Your mother loves you very much. She will probably be hurt at first, but she will eventually understand. The same with your Aunt Mi, and I think you know why. David on the other hand, I don’t know how he’ll take it. It just depends on his makeup, and if he’s willing to share you, like it appears Angela is.”
“How about you guys?”
“Sis.”, Sam said, “We’ve been through a lot together. And, we’re here for you. Yea, it was a shock just now. And, I don’t know why I didn’t sense it. But, you love who you love. Can you love two people the same, at the same time, probably? But, we are here for you no matter what.”
The four sat and talked for a long time. Finally Toshi said, “Angela and I had better get going.”
“Honey. It’s three in the morning.” Vanessa said, “Just stay here tonight. I’ll make Sam get up early, call mom, and tell her that we were out late. And, we made you stay here.”
“Oh. From the frying pan, into the fire.”, Sam quipped. Vanessa hit him in the arm.
“I’ll be going then.”, Angela said.
“Angela. You’re welcome to stay, too.”, Vanessa said.
“You mean that sis?”, Toshi asked.
“I said it. Didn’t I.”
“What about Sam?”, Toshi asked, looking at Sam.
“No problem here.”, Sam answered.
“You guys are the best.”
Sam and Vanessa let the two girls have the bedroom, and they cuddled on the couch. Sam didn’t sleep much, but sat and tried to figure out how his mom was going to react. About seven-thirty Sunday morning, Sam called his mom, told her that they had gotten back late, and that they insisted that Toshi spent the night with them.
About noon, Toshi wandered into the livingroom. Sam and Vanessa had been up for a short time, and were just talking about some breakfast or really lunch. Sam was still in full Samantha mode, breast forms, wig, and all. Toshi and Vanessa decided that they would cook for the four of them, and Sam headed off to the bathroom.
Vanessa asked, “How long have you felt that you’ve liked girls in that way?”
“I’m not sure.”, Toshi answered, “But, I do know one thing.”
“What?”
“I felt something for you. Something more than friendship. But, I knew that there was something special between you and Sam, so I didn’t push it.”
“Was I the only one that you felt that way about?”
“Yea. Until we met up with Angela, and she came on to me. And, we just clicked. You mad?”
“No. Maybe a little flattered.”
“Really?”
“Yea. It’s nice to know that you’re loved.”
“You’re not . . . “
“No. But, I’ve always wondered why I felt about Samantha the way I do.”
“Have you ever done it with Sam completely dressed?”, Angela, who was standing in the kitchen door, said.
“Been eavesdropping?”, Vanessa said with a little anger in her voice.
“Sorry. But, I couldn’t help it.”
“To answer your question. No. We’ve never done that.”
“Might be interesting?”
“What might be interesting?”, Sam asked as he walked back into the kitchen.
“Oh . . . Ah . . . What mom’s going to say when we tell her about Angela and me.”, Toshi replied.
“What do you mean, we?”
“I was hoping that you and Nessa would be there.”, Toshi said, with a hopeful look on her face.
“That would cost you plenty.”
“It would be worth it.”
Over breakfast they discussed when to tell Masumi about Toshi and Angela. It was decided, the sooner the better. Toshi decided that she would tell her mom, and Aunt Mi, that night at dinner. After the dishes were done, Angela was going to take Toshi home. And, as they were leaving, Vanessa gave Toshi a hug, and said, “Everything will be fine. We love you.”
“Thanks, sis. I love you guys too.”
Vanessa even gave Angela a hug, and Angela whispered, “Try it.”
Sam hugged his sister, and said, “We’ll be there for you.”
And, Sam then hugged Angela, who whispered, “You really do make a very pretty girl.”
Sam actually blushed a little.
On the way back to the apartment, after dinner with Masumi, Miyuki, and Toshi, Vanessa and Sam were talking. Sam said, “That went a lot better than I thought it would.”
“I wasn’t surprised. Your family is very supportive of each other, and are willing to accept people for who they are. Your dad and you are a case in point. And, I think by your mother’s reaction that she may have suspected something.”
“You think she did? I wonder how David is going to take it?”
“Your mom is a very perceptive person. And, I bet it’s hard to hide anything from her. When’s she telling David?”
“One day this week.”
“I’ll bet we get a visit soon after,”
“Why?”
“I just have a feeling it won’t go well.”
“Oh.”
Sam and Vanessa arrived home shortly before nine. And, as they were walking into the apartment, Sam said, “Honey. Will you help get these forms off?”
“No.”
“No?”
“No.”
“Why?”
“I want Samantha tonight.”
“You want Samantha tonight. What brought this on?”
“I don’t know. I just want . . . want to see what it’s like to make love to you as Samantha.”
“All right. But, why?”
“It’s about the only thing that we’ve never done when you’ve been Samantha. I’ve kissed Samantha, hugged Samantha, cuddled with Samantha, and gone out with Samantha. And, I want to see what it’s like to have sex with Samantha.”
Samantha offered Vanessa her hand, and she took it. They walked into their bedroom, kissed deeply, and . . .
Awhile later they laid there cuddled together, and Samantha asked, “Well?”
“Well, what?”
“What was it like to have sex with Samantha?”
“Interesting. Different. You were actually softer and gentler than when you’re Sam, if that’s possible. I guess it’s just more of your feminine side coming out. I didn’t care for the forms. I couldn’t play with your nipples. But, on the other hand, it was interesting playing with them, they feel almost real. But, then, when you were in me. And, I looked up, saw Samantha’s face, but knew that it was really you, now that was different.”
“I could tell.”
“Oh?”
“You were also different. More . . . I don’t know. Just different.”
“Bad different.”
“Oh no. Good different. You just seemed to want more kissing, touching, and such. And, also it seemed that you wanted to give more. You’re right, it was different and interesting.”
They kissed, cuddled together, and fell asleep.
The next morning Vanessa was up before Sam. She had a day off from school. And, he had only afternoon classes. As she was fixing them a big breakfast, Sam joined her in the kitchen. He was still wearing the wig, and breast forms. And, there were remnants of makeup on his face. She turned, looked at him, and said, “Girlfriend. You need to learn to brush your hair when you get up. You look a sight.”
Sam felt his hair, and it did feel like it was a tangled mess. He said, as he walked back out of the kitchen, “I’ll be right back.”
He was back, just as Vanessa was putting breakfast on the table, and asked, “Is this better?”
“Much better love!” And, she gave him a kiss.
As they were eating, Sam asked, “So, you really liked making it with Samantha?”
“Yea. She’s got nice boobs. They do feel real.”, Vanessa answered with a grin.
“How do you know if they feel real?”
“I got a pair of my own to compare them to.”
“You want me to get real ones?”, Sam quipped back.
Vanessa got a surprised look on her face, and said, “No way!”
“Good. I like the removable kind myself.”
“Oh, God!”
“What?”
“Did Angela give you the remover for the glue she used?”
“No. Don’t you have it?”
“No.”
“I’ll call Toshi, and hopefully she can get a hold of Angela.”
Sam called Toshi. She said that she would try and get in touch with Angela, and call him back in fifteen minutes. About fifteen minutes later the phone rang. Sam answered it, “Hello.” . . . “What!?” . . . “You’re kidding! I hope!” . . . “That’s better. Half an hour. That’s fine.” . . . “You’ll pay for that.” . . . “Yea. Love you too. Bye.”
“What was that all about?”, Vanessa asked.
“Toshi playing games.”
“What?”
“She told me that Angela was out of the remover. But, that it would break down in a week or two, and they would fall off then.”
“Nice.”
“But, I could hear that little bit of laughter in her voice, so I figured that she was giving me a line. And, I was right. Angela will be here in about half an hour.”
On Wednesday, Sam and Vanessa were sitting in the den studying. Ever since the weekend Sam had been a little more relaxed. And, Vanessa would look over at him every once in awhile, and smile. She figured that if she could bring Samantha out more that he would really start to relax. At a little after seven there was a knock on the door. Vanessa went to answer it. She opened the door. It was Toshi, and the tears were streaming down her cheeks. Vanessa hugged her, held her, and let her cry. Sam finally walked over to the door, saw who it was, and asked, “What’s wrong.”
“I don’t know. She was standing here crying, and hasn’t said a word.”, Vanessa answered.
Vanessa carefully helped Toshi into the apartment, and to the den. She sat with her on the couch, and just held her. Sam was at a complete loss at what to do. It took Toshi a long time to calm down to where she could even begin to talk. And, all she could say was, “David. I told David.”
“You told David. You told David about you and Angela?”, Vanessa asked.
“Ye . . . Yea.”
“I was afraid of this.”
“Of what?”, Sam asked.
Vanessa hushed him. And, just held Toshi. Sam sat down, and put his hand on Toshi’s shoulder. She turned, and looked at him. Her eyes were red, and the tears were still flowing. She wrapped her arms around his neck, and continued to cry. He just held her. Vanessa got a cold cloth, and wiped her face. Finally she started to settle down.
“Honey. What happened?”, Vanessa asked.
“I . . . I told David, about Angela.”
“And?”
“He just looked at me, and said, ‘I never want to see you again.’ And, walked away from me. I ran after him, but he wouldn’t even look at me. I kept trying to get him to talk to me, and he wouldn’t. Finally he stopped, looked at me, and said, ‘I loved you. And, you cheated on me. Not with a guy, but with that slut Angela. A girl. You love a girl. You’re nothing but a slut. I want nothing more to do with you.’ He turned, and walked away. I watched him for a minute. Then, I ran all the way here.”
“Oh, honey. We’re so sorry. What can we do?”
“Just what you’re doing. Just being here.”
“You know we are.”
Toshi curled up on the couch, and fell asleep. Vanessa said to Sam, “I’m going to call mom, and tell her what happened. And, that Toshi is spending the night with us.”
“Good. I hope I never see David again!”
“You calm down. They hurt each other tonight, very badly, and Toshi doesn’t need that right now.”
“Sorry.”
“Get the afghan from the closet, and cover her. I’ll call mom.”
After that night Toshi and Angela became closer, and ended moving in together. Toshi’s family completely accepted the relationship.
Vanessa was able to bring Samantha out more, and Sam became his old self. More relaxed, and more sure of himself. They went back to having regular girls’ nights out. Some of them with Toshi and Angela. On one outing with them, Vanessa was talking with Angela about nothing in general, when Vanessa said, “I tried what you suggested.”
“What was that?”
“Having sex with Samantha.”
“I figured that you would.”
“That so.”
“Yea. I could tell that Samantha was a turn on for you. It’s not hard to tell. Just looking at your face when I did that one make over, gave it way. Did you like it.”
“Uh huh.”
“Only do it once?”
“No. It’s become almost a regular part of our love making. Especially after a night out, like this one. And, we had to get another set of breast forms, the glue is hard on them.”
“Have him get implants.”
“No. We’ve kidded about it. But, I still need to have my Sam.”
“You’d still have him, but with something added.”
“No. I love the all male him, as well as the almost all female her.”
“That’s a shame. He makes such a pretty girl.”
“He does. And, it’s fun changing him to her. I’ll keep it that way. And, her prefers it that way.”
About a month later, the four girls had been out again. And, had returned to Sam and Vanessa’s apartment, and were sitting at the kitchen table talking, when Vanessa said, “Toshi. Do you want a nice or nephew?”
“Huh?”
“Does Aunt Toshi want a nice or nephew?”
“Nessa you’re . . . you’re pregnant?”
“Uh huh. About four weeks.”
“What! Why didn’t you tell me?”, Samantha asked.
“I just did silly.”
“How long have you known?”
“I just found out yesterday.”
Eight months later Vanessa gave birth to a pretty little girl, she went on to finish her master degree in education, and a little over a year later she had a second baby, another girl. Toshi, went on to get her doctorate in mathematics, and she and Angela became active in the lesbian community. Sam earned his law degree, and eventually joined a Washington law firm that took on the harder cases, the ones that no one else wanted. He came out to his law partner as a crossdresser, and the partner didn’t have any problems with it. Sam also did a lot of pro bono work for the transgendered, gay, and lesbian community.
Sayonara from Sam/Samantha, Vanessa, Toshi, Miyuki, and Masumi.