“As you can guess – at least I hope you do – I’ve never dreamed of being an executive assistant, even for a billionaire like you. No offense, obviously, but it’s not... compelling. It’s not... I don’t know how to say it.”

“It’s not fulfilling, maybe?”

“Yes, absolutely. I have this dream of having my own business, a cooking school, but I’ve never really thought about doing it for real. Honestly, after everything that happened since I’ve been with you, I feel more confident. I want to be more like you. And I think I have to try before it’s too late.”

“Mmm, it makes perfect sense, and you have a great motivation. I totally support the determination and the willingness to be an entrepreneur. You’re a little immature, though. Business-wise, I mean.”

“I know...”

Bruce paused for a minute. “I think you need to spend more time with people who actually do business. You will learn more by doing this than by reading or going back to study. Why don’t you come with me to Bangkok to meet Kenichi? We are going to talk business, so it might give you new perspectives and open your mind. What do you think?”

Jennifer jumped on the bed, her eyes filled with excitement. “Really? You’re serious?”

“Of course. It’s a great opportunity, in my opinion. Oh, by the way... tell me your passport is valid this time...”

Jennifer laughed. “You bet it is.”

“Alright! We’ll leave at the end of the week, on Saturday. I think it gives you enough time to prepare, since you’re not going to work anymore. Now, I really have to go to my meeting...”

Bruce went to the bathroom and took a shower while Jennifer was thinking. Should I call Benny? It’s Monday morning, I think I should tell him...

She grabbed her cell phone and dialed Benny’s number.

“Hey, Jen. Let me guess... You won’t come to work today, right?”

“Correct.”

“And then, you will actually show up and act like nothing happened, right?”

Jennifer laughed. “No, Benny. This time, it’s for real.”

“Ha ha! Yeah, right. Nice try, Jen, but I’m not going to fall for it one more time. It’s too easy for you to trick me every time. Actually, you know what? Do you remember on Valentine’s day, that restaurant that we stumbled upon online?”

“You mean the one with the $300 menu per person?”

“Yeah, THAT one. Let’s play a little game to see if you’re serious; if you do show up just one time this week, you invite me there on Friday night for dinner. If not, the bill is for me.”

“Ouch... I feel sorry for you, Benny. See you on Friday night then... and don’t spend too much this week!”

Chapter Three

“Welcome to Thailand, Jennifer - ‘The Land of Smile’ as they call it.”

Bruce and Jennifer landed in Bangkok, Thailand at 1:14 PM on Sunday. After nearly eighteen hours spent in Bruce’s private jet, Jennifer was more than excited to have finally arrived and couldn’t wait to see how amazing Thailand really was.

“Yeah! I’m so excited, baby. Can you believe it? I finally get to visit this wonderful country. Do you realize that I was supposed to be here when I first met you in your mansion?”

Bruce was stretching in the huge black leather seat. He unfastened his seat belt and stood up before Jennifer, who was still seated, taking her chin in his large hand. “Of course, I do. You thought you could trick me so easily...”

Jennifer grinned and looked at him from under her eyelashes. “Well, it kind of worked... you didn’t complain when I sucked you at the opera, even though I was trying to trick you.” She gently rubbed his cock through his pants and bit her lips. “By the way, how was the blowjob in the air, captain?”

Bruce thought for a minute, looking for something witty to say. “It definitely made me high.” Jennifer laughed and rested her head against his flat stomach. It’s going to be an amazing trip! I’m so lucky to have him...

“Mr. Wilson, we are ready to go.” The air hostess said, inviting him and Jennifer to exit the cabin.

“Thank you, Vicky.” Bruce said, helping Jennifer get up.

“I wish you a very pleasant stay in Thailand with Ms. Stuart, Mr. Wilson.”

Bruce and Jennifer walked to the door where a very elegant Asian man dressed in a white uniform was waiting. When he saw them, he smiled, bent his head, and joined his hands to his forehead.

“Sawasdee khap, khun Jennifer. Sawasdee khap, khun Bruce. Welcome to Bangkok. I hope you had a nice trip.” Jennifer noticed that his English was impeccable – no accent at all. Why is he calling me ‘khun’ Jennifer?

“My name is Yutapong, but you can call me June – that’s my nickname. Mr. Kenichi sent me to pick you up. He apologizes for not being able to come by himself due to business concerns. He said you would understand.”

Bruce nodded. “Absolutely. No problem, khun June.”

Oh, ok, I get it. ‘Khun’ is probably the Thai equivalent of Mrs. or Mr. A bit like ‘san’ in Japanese - like Kenichi-‘san’...

“This way, please.” June showed them to two impressive black cars with tainted windows waiting on the tarmac. Jennifer asked, “Are we waiting for someone else? Why are there two cars?”

June smiled and answered politely, “The second car will follow us with your luggage, khun Jennifer.”

I see. Good service...

June opened the door for Jennifer, followed by Bruce, to get into the luxurious car.

“Have you seen that color, Bruce? I’ve never seen anything like that. It looks like a batman car or something.”

“It’s called matte black paint, and I’ll admit it’s very impressive - especially on these two cars; Mercedes CLS 63 AMG. I don’t know how much Kenichi paid for them, but knowing the tax on luxury cars is more than 200%...”

“Are you kidding me? People here pay more than double what we pay for the same car?”

“Crazy, isn’t it?” June got in the car, and Bruce looked at him. “Hotel Kempinski, behind Siam Paragon mall.”

As the car slowly moved, Jennifer rested her head against Bruce’s shoulder – she was finally in her dream destination with the man she loved.

Bruce, as if he knew what she was thinking, kissed her hair and put his arm around her shoulders. “I love you, Jen. This is the beginning of a new life for you – I’ll make sure you get everything you need to achieve your dreams.”

She closed her eyes and felt like time had stopped. She’d been through a lot recently – Bruce’s ex-wife, his inability to have kids and the consequences for them as a couple, the pressure at the office, the uncertainty of her professional life now that she quit her job...  However, none of that was powerful enough to ruin this moment with Bruce. Her love for him was stronger. She felt a delicious sensation taking over her entire body: despite all the adversity and the obstacles in her way, she was happy.

***

Kenichi was a bit early. It was 9:05 PM when Bruce and Jennifer arrived, and he was already waiting at a table in the middle of a beautiful open air rooftop sky bar. The view of the city by night was breathtaking. When he saw the couple, he stood up.

“Bruce! Over here!”

The two men hugged and patted each other’s back, genuinely happy to meet again. “Kenichi-san, this is Jennifer. You already met her.”

Jennifer was a bit embarrassed, not knowing if she was supposed to shake hands like western people, join her hands to her head like Thai people, or simply wave her hand and smile. Kenichi made it easy for her by simply looking at her, bending forward and nodding politely. The Japanese way. “Yes, we have already met near a balcony at your mansion I think.”

Jennifer laughed nervously at the allusion to that afternoon, when she ridiculed herself by screaming in front of Bruce’s friends, thinking he was committing suicide – when he was actually jumping on a giant slide to his swimming pool.

“Nice to see you again, Jennifer. Please take a seat. Is it your first time here in Bangkok?”