Very good, Marina responded impressed with Cecilias attention to detail. Yours is a little harder to place.

Thats because its not my native accent, Cecilia said with a hint of teasing in her voice as she leaned back in toward Marina as if she were talking about a conspiracy.

Really Marina questioned as she felt her body lean in closer to the dark haired woman. Their faces were now just inches apart.

Yes I spent five years in northern Africa and I just picked it up. I do that sometimes. Marina watched the woman speak and took in her overall appearance. She had full lips with perfectly white teeth that showed when she smiled. Her skin was very tan and there were small laugh lines around her eyes. Her face held signs of an American Indian heritage and her long, thick hair curled softly down her back. She had a very natural beauty that didnt rely on makeup to enhance it. Marina was amazed at the youthfulness that the woman exuded even though she guessed her age in the mid thirties. She was also amazed at her immediate reaction to Cecilias presence. Ive only been back for six months.

Thats someplace I havent been yet. Egypt and the Nile why were you there? Marina questioned.

Im an archeologist. Ive been working on a project thats taking several years and I decided I needed a vacation. Im staying with friends until I go back.

Hmmmm very interesting what are you working on?

Are you really interested or are you just being nice? Cecilia asked with a soft smile.

Im really interested. I love antiques and ancient artwork! Marina answered trying to sound mildly offended but teasing at the same time.

Well were working on finding ancient trade routes to find proof that there was active trading in the area long before previously thought.

Have you found what youve been looking for? Cecilia couldnt help but feel that there was double meaning in Marinas question… intended or not.

Weve made some pretty interesting discoveries but only time and persistence will get us to where we want to be. Suddenly, each woman was acutely aware of the other and they werent sure if the conversation was about Cecilias work or something else. There was a brief silence before Marina asked another question.

So what brings you to the Planet?

Someone I know suggested I come here. She said the coffee here was oh how did she put it? Cecilia looked towards the ceiling as she tried to remember the exact phrase. Ohshe said it was better than having twin Angelina Jolies going down on you at the same time, she said seductively with a smile as she watched for Marinas response.

That must be some good coffee. Marina said softly as Cecilia openly looked her over for the first time.

Thats what I said! Cecilia said knowing that Marina was aware of her perusal and wasnt shying away from her flirting. They maintained eye contact for a moment longer before Marina spoke again.

Then I should get you some. Marina got to her feet swiftly and looked down at the woman that had suddenly unnerved her. What would you like?

Surprise me whatever you want to bring. Cecilia answered leaning back in her chair. Marina walked away towards the counter with six pairs of eyes still on her. The entire group was in awe of what they had just witnessed. The hunter had become the hunted.