about her boss. Always on queue to interrupt her racing thoughts, Linda appeared at her desk. "Not planning on leaving yet? It’s Friday." Linda gave a wide excited grin. "So what are your plans this weekend? Any hot dates?" She wiggled her brows.
"Nope. Not this weekend." Isabel laughed lightly. She didn’t remember the last time she even had a date yet alone a hot one. Before joining the law firm she dated occasionally and had a moderate social life. Then her world had darkened once she was an associate of Preston Scotts.
“Then in that case a few of us are going over to Clay’s tonight for some drinks. It’s our usual hang out spot in downtown. Best bar in town. You have to join us I promise it’s worth it.” Linda continued in her energetic tone.
Isabel had heard numerous workers talk about Clay’s. They said it has a nice bar, an old karaoke machine and a small dance floor. Not her usual scene Isabel thought. But when she moved away from L.A she promised herself and more to her mother that she would have a life outside the office. “I don't drink but I’d love to check out the place. What time?”
"9pm. Drinks and dancing. And I don't want to hear any of that I don't drink or dance crap when you get there tonight." Linda said as she placed her hands on her hips and wondered what the hell this chick did for fun. "Here's the address. Where something sexy and don't be late." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Isabel ’s cab pulled into the busy parking lot of the well-known Clay’s. After a few outfit changes she had settled for a deep plum cocktail dress exposing her slim tanned legs and nude colored pumps. Walking through the crowded doorway, Isabel spotted Linda and a few others laughing at the bar. Linda’s gaze immediately caught Isabel’s and she came dashing towards her. “You made it.” Lind a grabbed her hand leading her towards their group. “Wow you look great. I love the dress.” “The same goes to you. You cut your hair.” Isabel spoke loud to be heard over the music and loud chatter amongst the large crowd. Linda had chopped off her medium length blond hair to a short sleek bob revealing her long neck. She wore a short black dress with strappy black heels. Isabel looked around and noticed the rather racy attire the rest of the women were wearing and for once was glad she took the risk and put on the shortest dress in her closet. Isabel giggled shyly as she watched Linda wave and wink at a few men before they reached their group. Everyone was excited to see Isabel and it warmed her heart how easily she’d made friends. She waved to Matt who was sitting on a stool and openly flirting with the cute bartender he’d just met. Since he wasn’t in the office and was currently sporting a t-shirt versus his usual dress shirts, Isabel noticed both of Matt’s arms were covered in sleeved tattoos. He sent her an instant smile and raised his beer to salute. “So what are you having? I already started a tab.” Linda told Isabel. “Your first night here at Clay’s needs be unforgettable and I’m buying.” Before Isabel could object Linda gave her an exasperated don’t start with me look . “I’ll have whatever you’re having.” “ Good girl. Hey sweetie give me two double shots of your best tequila.” Linda called out in an alluring voice to a male bartender. His name was Josh and he had tattoos covering most of his arms and parts of his neck. It didn’t take long observation to figure out he was one of Matt’s friends. Josh gave Isabel a quick teasing wink at the sight of her alarmed face. “Tequ ila?” Isabel stressed. “I’ve never had a tequila shot yet alone a double.” She laughed nervously. “Isabel we’re here to get a little tipsy, meet a few fine men, dance our sexy heels off and have