That put me at ease, as these were roles and my deepest, darkest fantasies that I never expected to live out. I could barely admit to myself that I enjoyed being dominated in a chat room. Besides, it had been over 25 years since I had a bi experience. I wasn't sure I'd go through with it even if I had the chance. Paul and I agreed to meet for a drink after the first day of the conference.

During the first day, I was more than a little distracted. My mind kept drifting to drinks with Paul later that evening. I wondered if he really looked as he described...