by Islewing » Wed Jun 02, 2021 4:23 pm
And now, the conclusion.
PART 14:
In the few minutes of Sabrina returning to the cabin and settling down on the couch, she was stuffed. With Sean out helping with the tidying up and Laura and Paul still out for some post drinks, Sabrina had a moment of peace and quiet. While it was roomy for most of her wide hip, doughy frame, Sabrina did feel a bit of discomfort in the middle section of the yellow dress that she found constricting for her belly. Having time for a quick shower to wash away the sweat that was dripping down her huge frame, she went for a more loose lavender gown that granted more freedom for her glowing belly to breath. Settling on the couch reading, she would utter an occasional "coo" sound when she felt a kick happen. She may of picked up this habit from Laura, but that was something she didn't want to admit.
Shimmering her huge shelf butt a bit to get more settled in, Sabrina became alarmed by the sudden tapping from the front door.
"It's open" She called out as the door slowly creaked open. "Didn't take long for the cleaning up, did it?" She muttered to herself as she reached over her belly to place the book down on the table, as she began to rotate her swollen form so her were resting up, awaiting the talented, massaging hands of Sean.
"Quick work" Smiled Sabrina resting back with her eyes closed.
"Usually, but we got a bigger tent this time, so it's taking awhile" Chuckled a voice.
Sabrina looked over to see the source of the voice to be.....Marie? Her ample rotund body waddled around to the lounge area with a bit of grace that Sabrina noted as she went over and with a plop from her huge rear end sat by the vacant arm chair that was facing Sabrina. Her butt has crushed the cushions below while her sides have wedged themselves in between.
"Ahh, so nice to have your feet up, isn't it?" Marie said joyfully. She shifted a bit til she felt more settled, with restful hands sitting on her paunchy belly.
"Didn't think the owner comes out to do personal house calls" Remarked Sabrina snidely with a raised eyebrow.
"Well, better than being coupe up all day in an office in one of those high risers" Marie snidely back. Sabrina could already tell from that Marie was trying to match wits with her. For someone laying there fully relaxed and not showing an inch of motion to her soft, pregnant form, Marie could tell there was moxie right then and there.
"I like you. So how are you enjoying your time here?" She asked resting back.
"It's been fun. Really fun. You've out did yourself with putting together this kind of resort for these women" Said Sabrina feeling the mood becoming more cozy. "I didn't think I get the whole package" She further went by putting emphasis of her belly.
Marie just laughed warmly. Her soft face wobbled each with each chuckle.
"That's what I offer here. Which is why right now" Marie said starting to turn serious. "I have a rather special offer for you"
Sabrina could feel tension emitting from Marie when those words left her mouth. She couldn't help but break the ice.
"What, you offering me a coupon for a free massage next time I come back?" She asked trying her best to fold her arms over her plush breasts.
"Every line you throw sure is a zinger" Marie said taking it in good humor. "Lets just say you'll get more than just a massage"
"Oh?" Sabrina raised an eyebrow.
"Yes. I'm planning to step down as chairwoman of Hoswell Resort and I want you Sabrina, to take my place"
The serious mood returned to the room. Sabrina nearly lost composure. She's been getting job offers for a long time. But not the big chair straight off the bat, and especially without even a resume send off.
"You are such a jokester" Laughed Sabrina, trying to keep light in the conversation, only to stop from the eyes of determination that Marie possessed. "You can't be serious. Me? In charge of this whole place? Kinda jumping the gun here, I've only just arrived"
"Oh, I am serious my dear" Said Marie. "And just arrived? Please, you've been here so many times it's practically been your home away from home"
Sabrina nearly refute that remark, only to recall some occasions, she would pop in during weekends to get some work done at the office during the days Sean was working. Her mind felt muddled trying to make clear as of it, only finding no holes, but it all being perfectly coherent to her thoughts. Another question sprang up.
"What makes you think I've got the credentials here?" Asked Sabrina, She slowly rubbed her belly in comfort despite the intensity the room was in.
"Oh, come now. I've seen some of the work you help Sean in. You make a formidable pair. Before you met him, he didn't partake in the dating pool and was just only dedicated to the work of the resort. Nothing else" Explained Marie. "When you two became an item, his paperwork became more refine and having the two of you run it together I find it to be more wholesome. As your second in command, he would always have your back"
Sabrina stopped to think, Sean has been so sweet to her, and she too felt a rapport with him. She was on the track of being career only with no room to settle down. Sean would've been cruising by if they weren't together, but can throw a curve ball at anyone in life. Even at the same time.
"And did you enjoy the show. Did you catch the dancing woman?" Asked Marie raising an eyebrow.
"You mean the one that was looked like a well fed pregnant woman?" Sabrina said catching on.
"There! See? This is why I think you're perfect for the job" Marie heaved up ecstatic.
"What are you getting at?" Asked Sabrina.
"You have the gift. Did you think everyone in the whole room, could see a dancing fertile woman from all those lights zooming around the place? And this isn't something I intentionally set up. If that was the case, everyone could see the shape" Marie explained. "And don't say you might of saw it based on where you were sitting, cause that would've meant the whole table was in on it. Just trust me on this Sabrina, I really believe you should consider this offer. You have a child on the way. It'll be like a family business you have here"
Sabrina was in deep thought. Pondering what should her response be. Was this too good to be true? All her life, she knew only to be involved in everything and just work, work, work. The notion of settling down was something she never believed she would cross paths in. Other things too. Her days of a regime workout are now far gone and thought being this out of shape feels like things around her would slow down. But seeing Laura so jovial where she is despite not being as driven as Sabrina and at a similar size made her consider maybe, just maybe...
"Laura may of been on to something" She thought rubbing her round belly. And that was another thing too. This bundle of life inside of her would soon be upon this Earth, and while Sabrina may have gotten soft outwardly, her mind is alert and focused that she would be no different whether size she was. This little life needs a mother and father, Sabrina was unsure if she has what it takes compared to Laura. In her mind, she felt the invisible hand of Sean holding it in full support. Sean was really someone Sabrina could rely on, with knowing Sean, the feelings mutual. Rubbing her knuckles softly as she slowly rocked back and forward, Sabrina knew her answer. Hoswell needs her.
"Marie, I--"
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ONE YEAR LATER
"You sure this is the right route?"
"Positive. There was a sign not far back that said it"
Greg and Alice had finally left the freeway, turning there car by the exit. The sounds of tire rolling rapidly on the road and horns blaring were all muffled by the surround hedges and trees. Alice was glad that she and Greg could finally have time away from the busy city life and get some peace and quiet for a week. Especially now that this young couple is starting the next phase in there 2 years and counting marriage life with Alice being 5 months pregnant. This being her first, Alice has been doing her darnedest to keep her body in good shape throughout the pregnancy and so far, it's worked. Only the roundish protruding belly is the only thing that made her figure stand, and it was all thanks to her workout regime that she stuck to from the advice from a colleague at work, who has strangely took a leave of absence indefinitely before leaving all together without a single farewell party.
"I wonder what happened to Sabrina?" Pondered Alice looking at the grassy, forest scenery. "Last I heard she got a job offer somewhere, but didn't disclose where. You think because she was shooting to the top at work"
Greg, who tries to stay far away from the affairs that happen at Alice's work could only shrug as he made another turn.
"I guess for some, fate takes a left turn. But no need to worry about that stuff now. I heard that this place perfectly caters to the both of us. We got a whole week to ourselves to just unwind and not have to think of words like "work". Greg said seeing a sign that indicating they were drawing near to their destination. He cranked up the radio the rest of the way for the way while Alice just nodded off, resting her head on his strong, caring shoulder.
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The car slowly came to a screeching halt, Alice slowly opened her eyes to the sound of Greg's soft whispering words, "We here babe"
Yawning softly, Alice felt a chill before buttoning up her cardigan with only her belly area exposed as any attempt to button it up was futile. Inching her way out of the passenger seat, Alice got a clear shot of the spectacle of where the couple have just arrived. Beautiful lake at the side, forestry scenery blocking out any sign of city life, and a extravagant pathway leading up to the main building that looks to have a spherical dome shape cap for the top.
As Greg shut the trunk and gathered their things, the two made their way to the main hub building. Alice was amazed at how soft and soothing the dirt gravel was on her feet that stretch acres around the vast amount of space that was the car park. As they approached the main building with only the sounds of the wheels of their luggage dragging across the pavement, they saw at the end by the door was a stocky gentlemen just emerging from it. His sandy brown hair short, but still had a bit of length at top. His burly frame and gut was tucked in a light blue, long sleeve button dress shirt alongside neat, black dressed pants and shoes. His face was friendly with his notable green eyes and neatly trimmed goatee.
"Ahh. Early arrivals I see" He said holding the door for the two. "Welcome to Hoswell Pregnancy Resort and Spa. I am Sean Rivers, assistant manager"
"Thanks. We're Greg and Alice Harris." Greg said lifting the bag's wheel up the step.
"That's right, we spoke on the phone a few days ago" Said Sean cheerfully. "I hope the journey was pleasant"
"It was quite the trip, before we knew it everywhere was all green" Said Alice in amazement. "Even the gravel in the car park felt so good for my feet"
"Yes, that was one of the many new features our manager had added to the premise to help the feet of our expecting mothers" Explained Sean as he went around the front desk and began typing at the monitor in front of him. He had a warm smile across his face when the word "Manager" left his lips.
"Believe it or not, you're early so, you have loads of time before the orientation. You are welcome to explore the resort grounds and while you head to your cabin" Sean said passing a key cards to Greg as Alice was finishing signing the check in form.
"I do hope you enjoy your time here. Orientation will be at 10.30, so that's when I'll see you next" Smiled Sean as he went to switch off the monitor.
"Sean hun, do we have guest?" Called a voice.
"Yes, I've just checked them in" Sean called out.
The young couple turned to see the appearance of a rather hefty woman waddling in from the side door. Her swollen feet were cushioned in simple flats and thanks to the vastness of the main hall, cause the room to echo with each step. Her swish black hair was tied in a wavy ponytail that hung from the left side of her rather round face. She was dressed in a fine navy blue dress that stretched over her huge dome belly that reached down to her thick thighs. Her white blazer was the cut off point of her massive shelf of a butt that bounced up and down with each step. Gold earring dangle from her ears while she wore a smart white blazer over the dress with a crimson colored brooch attached to the the front pocket of the blazer. Her hefty breast rested on her belly and one chubby arm rested a baby sound asleep that felt safe in the comfort of her mother's chubby arm as she approached the couple with a jovial smile on her face.
"I welcome you here to the safe haven for expecting women. I am Sabrina Rivers Manager of Hoswell and former guest" The plush woman said approaching the couple. Alice nearly froze in place. This woman was strangely familiar. She then turned to Sean.
"Would you like to finishes the welcoming of these two?" Ask Sean. "I can take care of Abby while you do that"
"You're the best honey" Sabrina said handing the baby over to Sean before he leaned in for a quick peck on the cheek and a gentle rub on her protruding dome as he heading upstairs and out of sight. Sabrina than returned back to the couple. She than recognize Alice. "Alice! So good to see you. Congratulations" She goes in to hug Alice causing there baby bumps to bump. Alice was nearly in disbelief to how the stern, athletic Sabrina she knew was now looking joyful and serene.
"Shall we?" Said Sabrina letting go of the embrace and began waddling to the door she came from with Alice and Greg not far behind.
As they stepped outside into the resort grounds, Greg was too busy at the back looking about while Alice was just behind Sabrina. Both women were holding their backs in support.
"It was so strange" Said Alice to Sabrina. "You disappeared from the office and one day and I never thought you be somewhere like here. You were not far from the CEO's chair"
"Well, I guess I had different calling so to speak" Explained Sabrina. The week I spent with Laura here changed me for the better. There's more to life than just the corporate game, and Laura showed me it. And now we're closer than ever and with number two on the way, I feel closer to this place"
Alice could only listen and was surprised to hear it from Sabrina of all people. She remembered her as so uptight around the office that she wouldn't have time for no banter. She looked calm, at peace and well adjusted. It was one of things that she was missing.
As they continued walking, Alice could only hope that this spa week will help her too as she prepares for motherhood. Only watching from behind the joyful waddling from Sabrina.
"Boy, she sure well settled and happy with where she went in life. I sure wish I could be like her too" Alice said offhandedly. This sparked Sabrina's ears. Swishing her ponytail, they stopped by the park ground with one footpath directing to a familiar building. A sweet smile crossed her round face as she placed an arm around Alice's waist.
"Well, Alice. Before the orientation, Might I interest you in a quick dip at our signature resort relaxation spring?"
THE END