She decided not to read it until she had located a quiet corner in which to celebrate… or castrate her no-good co-worker, whichever the situation called for.
Hehehe... Somehow, Elisabeth, I imagine you blushing madly when you wrote this. (Pretty good imagination since I don’t know what you look like...)
But hey, you never told us of Lois’ joy when she really did find her name.
“It’s an advertising campaign for some new fragrance
Boy, those Pheromones are getting a good work-out lately. I love it!
Lois followed him down to an empty desk that was closer to the action. The two of them leaned back to enjoy the show and were quickly joined by Jimmy, who was so busy lusting after the scantily-clad models that it was doubtless he noticed when Lois arrived.
Very odd... I read this and once again realized that even though this was Michael Landes’ Jimmy at this point, I always imagine Justin Whalin’s Jimmy in fanfic.
I like ‘eau de wet dog’ far better than ‘eau de sweat socks’ as used in the show. Well done!
Loved the Rahelia twist.
“I know something that will help you relax,” she purred. She leaned in for a kiss, but Clark deftly slipped from her grip.
The next thing you know the world will turn topsy-turvy and you’ll start writing for the ‘other’ side... (Funny, I just said something like that to Nan, too.)
A few hours later, she arranged her purchases upon her bed. $119.95 at Victoria’s Secret for the little blue number with all its veils, $48 for the custom-fitted bra that made her look so good—even if it did hurt her ribs a little, $39.80 for buy four thongs get one free, $44.50 for white pumps, $5.75 for the softest pantyhose she could find, $204 for makeup and skin care, and $88.50 for the dress. Such a beautiful dress—lacey and as white as her love for Clark was pure. She could hardly wait to see Clark’s face when he saw her in it.
Oh, no!! (Ay, Chihuahua, I believe, James... er, Santiago in Spanish.)
I enjoyed your PML! And I can hardly wait for more.... But as others have said, this is just one aspect of your story...