2 Beers and a Scotch....

  I ordered two beers and a scotch. Noel realized I was there, and his wife realized I was there too. She gave me a look, that made me think she had been in this situation before. After all, Noel was powerful and did as he pleased. He would lead you to believe that you were the only woman in the world. I was hardly a woman at 24. Noel was 43 and had been married for 22 years. This was the beginning of my education of a wealthy "married " man. Noel and his "wife" got up from their bar stools. She gave me the elevator evalution, looked at me in the eyes. My expression must had told the entire story. I would never see him again.
  The pub was getting lively, and I slammed down my scotch and ordered another. The two linebackers where still standing at my side. They ordered rounds of drinks for myself and my many friends in the pub. After all I worked at the Salon next door. 3500 sq ft of chic, where women would wait 6 weeks for appointment and glady drop $600.00 for a cut and color. Yes I had talent and was paid well for it. The valet would be six cars deep with million dollar rides. It was an exciting time.
  Something was missing! I wanted to be in love and have a family.And a man that had my back. Noel was a perfect lover, generous and fun..BAM! He was also a liar! As he left he seemed cowardly.
  Bartender! Scotch......
  I could feel the room come alive, the music made me move to it's rythm. I was feeling no pain.