Chapter 2

“Nice place,” Heather said.

“Thank you. So, do you work for the studio?”

“Not exactly. The work I do is a bit more exclusive.”

Heather reached inside her small purse and handed Sienna a business card. The card was plain. There was no address or contact information. The only thing on the card was a company name:

High Heels, Red Lipstick

There was a kiss mark on the card, which was faintly imprinted red lipstick from a woman’s lips.

“This card doesn’t tell me anything,” Sienna noted.

“Just the name of our brand. Our services are exclusive, and we’re highly selective. You can keep that card. It’s for you.”

“What services do you provide?”

“It depends,” Heather replied cryptically. “The director said you were a bit uptight on set. That you need to loosen up.”

Sienna gave an embarrassed shrug. “Kind of. Only for this movie. Are you an acting coach or something?”

“I don’t know anything about acting. But I’ve helped Richard before. Whenever his actress needs help, I get the call. Several months later, those actresses receive critical praise and awards.”

“Funny, I’ve never heard of you, or High Heels, Red Lipstick.“

“We are very exclusive,” Heather replied. “Which reminds me, before we get started, I’ll need a signature.”

Heather reached inside her small purse and unfolded a piece of paper. She placed the paper on a nearby countertop, along with a pen. Sienna looked at the paper, which had cursive handwriting on it.

“What is it?” Sienna asked.

“It’s a confidentiality agreement. Obviously, many of the top actresses in Hollywood don’t want their secrets revealed. Especially since we deal with highly sensitive information.”

Sienna sharpened her eyes. “And if I refuse to sign?”

“Then I leave. No hard feelings. But if you sign the paper, then everything that happens between us will remain confidential. It’s that simple.”

Sienna quickly read the informal contract. The words were written in simple English, and there was no complex legal jargon. She picked up the pen and signed the paper. It was a done deal.

“Great,” Heather smiled, folding the paper and putting it back in her purse. “Now we’re ready to begin.”

They took a walk outside in the city. Sienna was make-up free and she wore a plain outfit. It was her intent to remain anonymous. No one recognized her. As they walked down the street, heads turned to look at Heather, with her bold red lips and sexy long legs which were emphasized by the high heels.

Deep down, Sienna was kind of jealous that Heather was getting all the attention and gazes.

“Why did you want to become an actress?” Heather asked with sincerity.

There was a genuine curiosity to the question that delighted Sienna. She was used to being asked tons of questions by the media and fans, but she could tell that Heather was actually interested in getting to know the real person, not just the celebrity.

“My parents were avid lovers of stage productions. I grew up watching stage plays and musicals. I was mesmerized each time, even though I couldn’t understand what was going on. But I was drawn to the costumes, the energy, and the passion. When I became old enough to consider a career, I knew I wanted to be an actress. Nothing else seemed important to me”

“You’re very lucky. Not many people find their calling in life.”

“I know,” Sienna replied. “Frankly, I was stunned the first time I was cast as the lead role in a high school musical. I couldn’t believe it. The rest is history. I was fortunate to get higher profile roles over time. I always count my blessings.”

Heather smiled as they walked. “Now here you are, a big celebrity.”

“Yeah, well, I don’t think people on this street notice. They’re all busy checking you out.”

“Dressing to perfection is part of my job.”

Sienna nodded. “Speaking of which, are you ever going to tell me what your job is? You seem like a very nice person, I trust you, but you’ve been incredibly vague this entire time.”

“Fair enough. High Heels, Red Lipstick is a service run by women, for women. We cater to whatever needs our clients have. And we achieve our goals by whatever means necessary.”

“How does this relate to acting?”

“Well, the last actress I worked with was nervous for the important seduction scenes. So I was hired to make her feel comfortable. Before filming, I went to her private trailer and went down on her.”

“Did you just say that you…”

“I licked her pussy,” Heather bluntly stated.

Sienna stopped walking and stood still on the sidewalk. She looked around to make sure that no one heard their private conversation. She didn’t know whether to be angry, shocked, or amused.

“You what?” she asked with a slightly angry tone.

Heather gave a calm look. “Like I said, we achieve our goals by whatever means necessary. And sometimes that includes oral sex.”

“I can’t believe you’re talking to me like this.”

“We should be open and honest with each other.”

“Does Richard know about this?” Sienna asked.

“Of course he does. Why do you think he requested me? And why do you think that so many of his actresses receive such critical praise for their work with him? It’s because Richard knows how to get an actress to loosen up.”

Sienna shook her head. “I can’t believe I’m standing here talking to you about this. This is very unprofessional. Even if it’s a joke.”

“Let me ask you something: Have you ever won an award for your acting? More importantly, do you want to win an award?”

Sienna stood with an icy cold expression on her face. She refused to answer.

“That’s what I figured,” Heather said. “I’m here for you. I want to help you succeed. But you have to work with me. If you’re not comfortable with this, then that’s perfectly fine. No hard feelings.”

Sienna tightened her lips, which made the tip of her nose slightly wiggle.

“Fine. I’m curious.”

Heather smiled. “Let’s go.”

They continued walking down the street. Heather remained upbeat with a sassy and confident attitude.

“Are you a lesbian?” Sienna asked softly, so that other people on the sidewalk couldn’t hear it.

“Not really. I just want to know.”

“I don’t really care for labels,” Heather replied. “They don’t do any good.”

“Don’t tell me you’re an actress who’s never experimented with other women.”

“I’m afraid women like us exist,” Sienna replied playfully. “Not every actress in Hollywood is an open book. Not that there’s anything wrong with that.”

“I can tell you’re a very principled woman. I respect that about you. You have a very humble outlook which I think is appealing.”

“My family and my beliefs keep me grounded.”

“That’s very important in life.”

As they walked, Sienna couldn’t stop thinking about what actresses Heather must have ‘worked’ with. It was easy to narrow down the candidates. Richard had a reputation for getting women to deliver stellar performances. Sienna briefly imagined the different actresses engaging in oral sex with the extremely beautiful Heather. It was a jarring thought and a taboo secret.

“Is this a joke?” Sienna asked while they continued walking. “Please tell me I’m being pranked right now.”

“Do you think a highly respected director like Richard would prank his lead actress in the midst of an intense movie shoot?”

Sienna was tongue tied for a moment. “No.”

“There’s your answer. You’re not being pranked.”

“So you’ve actually… you know… done those things with other actresses?”

Heather gave a mischievous smile. “Do sapphic encounters make you uncomfortable?”

“I just want to know. I’m friends with a lot of the actresses that Richard has worked with.”

“That’s too bad. Because I’m not allowed to tell. That’s what the confidentiality agreement is for, remember?”

“You’ll just have to use your imagination,” Heather teased. “Maybe I’ve worked with all of them. Maybe just two or three. I’ll never tell.”

“Have you worked with all of them the same way? I mean, oral sex?”

“That’s a big part of it. I’ve been told I have a tongue like an angel. I’ve also been told that I taste like heaven.”

Heather faintly gestured down to her crotch, which meant that some of the actresses enjoyed performing oral sex on her.

“It’s nothing to be ashamed of,” Heather replied. “It’s fun, it’s harmless, and it feels amazing. Most importantly, it helps the actress get ready for each important scene. Before you know it, you have a hit performance.”

They continued walking a few more minutes until they finally reached their destination: The private indoor pool where the movie had been shooting.

“Why did you bring me here?” Sienna asked. “It’s closed.”

“Actually, I have the key. Come on, let’s go inside.”

Sienna was naturally a talkative person.

She prided herself on being able to connect with people. It was an attribute which allowed her to thrive during auditions and performances.

But with Heather, it was different. Their interaction wasn’t social or business. It was bordering on sexual. It was like a private little sexy adventure. It was a mystery. It made her slightly nervous in an uncomfortable way.

Deep down, Sienna expected hidden cameras to be in the pool area. That it was all a joke from the crew. Maybe people were hiding in the rooms, waiting to come out and laugh. Maybe it would appear on tv later. Sienna played along so she would look good on tv. Being humble and showing humility from a prank would be good publicity, she thought.

But another part of Sienna knew that it wasn’t a joke. It felt too real. It felt too genuine. It was like she was living in a dream.

Heather flipped a few switches and the indoor pool area became well-lit. She raised her arms and playfully spun around as she entered. Her heels made loud noises on the hard surface. Sienna followed behind.

“Kind of scary, isn’t it?” Heather said in a jovial mood. “Feels like we’re in a horror movie or something. No one is around. Just us, trapped near the swimming pool. Someone is chasing us. What are we going to do?”

Sienna gave a smile. “Don’t worry. I’ll protect us with my carefully choreographed anti-villain movie techniques.”

“That’s what I needed to hear.”

Heather stood near the pool. She stepped out of her high heels. Then she dipped some of her toes in the pool. She twirled her foot around in the water, then she pulled her foot out. The water was cold.

“What are we doing here?” Sienna asked. “Is this a prank? If it is, then you’ve already had your fun.”

Heather put her feet back in her high heels.

“There’s no prank darling. I know you take your acting seriously. I totally respect that. I also know that you’re extremely talented. However, Richard feels that your performance isn’t up to par.”

“Why didn’t Richard tell me this himself?” Sienna asked.

“I think he’s been trying to. It’s difficult for a man to critique a woman. So he hired me instead, to help you.”

Sienna stared into the clear pool. She was devoted to her acting career. She had worked too hard to achieve her success. She had come too far to be ruined by a bad performance. In the modern age, she was afraid of being ridiculed and mocked online. A promise had been made to herself, that she would do whatever it takes to succeed. Whatever it takes.

“Tell me what to do,” Sienna said, looking at the other woman’s eyes. “I want to give the performance of my career.”

Heather nodded. “Do you know what Richard wants for this role?”

“He wants a more sexual performance. He thinks you’re perfect for the acting and the long dialogue scenes. But so far, he’s been underwhelmed with your lack of sex appeal.”

Sienna shook her head in disappointment. “I’m trying my best. I guess I don’t have that in me.”

“Are you afraid of doing nude scenes? It’s okay if you are.”

Heather gestured her arms to the empty pool area. “No one is around. And we have the whole place to ourselves. There’s plenty of time to talk.”

“Mind if we sit? My legs are exhausted.”

They removed their shoes and sat by the edge of the pool with their feet in the water. Their bottoms were uncomfortable from sitting on the hard surface. But their feet were relaxed from the cool water flowing between their toes.

“The truth is, I wouldn’t mind doing on-screen nudity,” Sienna explained. “I think the human body is a beautiful artform. Especially a woman’s body, no matter what the size, shape, or color is. I find all women to be beautiful.”

“Yet, there’s obviously something that’s prohibiting you from achieving your ideal performance.”

“I know,” Sienna agreed. “Throughout my career, I’ve always prided myself on being able to tell the stories of different women. But for some reason, I can’t seem to nail this role.”