good.” “Honey, I don’t think you’re going to see any of them in the Olympics.” Miranda laughed and pondered. “Pole dancing in the Olympics... I believe that could catch on.” Mairead was sure she had sabotaged any hope of Olympic glory. If there was still any chance she would certainly try but nothing could be achieved until she knew where she stood with James. As if Kylie had read her thoughts she took Miranda’s hand. “Miranda, the girl is dying here. Where is her man?” Miranda smiled weakly and indicated a booth near the front of the stage. The high back kept its occupants hidden from them. “They’ve been there for a while.” She reached across and grasped Mairead’s hands. “Honey, are you sure that’s not his girlfriend. She’s a bit of a sensation herself.” Mairead felt a little uneasy. “How do you mean?” Miranda shot a concerned look to Kylie before turning back to Mairead. “Look, I’m going to take you down the front there on the other side. You’ll be able to see them clearly then without being noticed.” Mairead and Kylie followed Miranda through the crowd on the far side that preferred to lurk in a much darker area. Whilst navigating through tables, chairs and people, Mairead glanced at the booth that was becoming angled for a better view. When they were finally at the front, she pushed gently through some people and looked across the room. James was sitting with his arm around the most stunning woman Mairead had ever seen.
CHAPTER TEN
Kylie and Miranda watched Mairead drain another glass of scotch before Kylie grasped her hand. “Let’s just go home Mairead. Or get out of here at least.” Mairead grinned and shook her head. “I love it here. Those girls are fucking amazing.” She swayed along to the music as she watched the dancers and then turned to Miranda. “What time do you go on?” “In about half an hour,” Miranda looked at her sadly. “I’m so sorry Mairead.” Mairead laughed and shook her head. “I’m great Miranda. I achieved something tonight. In fact I achieved a few things tonight. I now know James doesn’t love me so that saves me making a complete douche bag of myself. I also know that he’s a fucking liar and a complete arsehole. Never would have thought he was into the whole blonde with big tits thing but what’s there not to be in to? She’s fucking hot.” Even from a distance there was no denying that the woman with James was beautiful. The lights had reflected off her white blonde hair and showed clearly the olive skin of a flawless face. Her large breasts were cleaved together by a tight dark brown dress that narrowed to a silver belt around a small waist. The rest of her was hidden under a low table but with her head resting against James’ shoulder it was easy to see that she matched his height. Mairead continued. “I also made a startling discovery about myself tonight. I want to be a pole dancer.” Her friends laughed and Mairead frowned at them. “I would thank you ladies to take me seriously. I’ve been studying those girls up there and while I’m totally amazed at their talent, I believe there are a couple of moves I could add to their choreography.” Miranda laughed and clapped her hands. “I would give my entire night’s wages to see that. Mairead Kavanagh, champion gymnast turned pole dancer.” Mairead grinned wickedly. “You’re on, but not the wages thingy. I’ll do it for free.” Kylie could see where this was leading. “Mairead Kavanagh, you stop this right now. One journalist in this place and you would be on the front page of every paper in this country.” “She could wear a mask.” Miranda was caught up in the fun. “I could wear a mask,” Mairead giggled. Miranda started bouncing up and down in her seat. “Oh my god, you could wear my brand new costume. Haven’t even taken it out of the plastic yet but it’s fucking stunning.” Kylie was furious. “Fuck up Miranda. She is