"Let's Have A Look At Your Knickers !"

Debbi had toyed with the idea of just not turning up for her proposed Rag Week appearance. But the three girls had preempted her by calling Karen, the head of HR who was behind arranging Debbi's mentoring visits to the college. Karen agreed with the girls about how it was all an essential part of the bonding necessary to make the mentoring mission a success. Thus it was that when she received a text from Lynn, Debbi had no option but to agree to going to the community hall immediately after work for a rehearsal.

Debbi parked her car, hoping that it would be safe since the community centre was in a very run down part of town. She could already hear the pounding bass rhythm from outside. Entering the hall, she saw the others already gathered around a small stage at the far end. In addition to the three girls, Deacon was there with six of his crew. "Whoa ! Is that Miz No-E ? She look different from when we saw her on the street" exclaimed one of Deacon's posse. Remembering that on that occasion, she had been jogging in those kitty panties, Debbi had to acknowledge that she did indeed look different. Coming straight from work, she had on her formal business suit and her face was tastefully made up. "What did I tell you ? Mix No-E's a fine sophisticated lady" confirmed Deacon.

"Great, you're here at last" Lynn interrupted impatiently. "We've got so much to do" she added. "We do ?" queried Debbi. "Absolutely. The boys have put together the backing track for your vocal and you need to get used to performing with that" Lynn began. "Plus I've written an extra verse for you to learn" added Jody proudly. "And we have to decide on your costume" Lynn continued. "Costume ?" Debbi repeated without any great enthusiasm. "Of course. You know you're not going to be rapping wearing that !" Lynn scornfully indicated Debbi's office wear.

"Take that off and we'll see what underwear you've got on" Lynn demanded. "Not here in front of the boys" Debbi protested, referring to the gang of black youths who were following this conversation with great interest. "Oh, don't be silly" admonished Lynn. "The boys are all very professional, aren't you boys ?" she said, turning to the gang. "Sure, we all professional as hell" they confirmed. "There, see ? This is just like a performer having a quick costume change backstage. You need to be as mature about it as the boys" asserted Jody. "Now let's have a look at your knickers" ordered Lynn sharply !