I think that is why I let things go, before I met you. I was mentally still a schoolgirl, simply older. Maturity had passed me by. You, John, and Anne...ta turned me into a normal woman, and that was when I was noticed by Herbert. He was perfect for me, and I had a long life together planned out in my head. My mental paradise collapsed with Herbert's death, and I had to work out what life for my future was going to be.I don't want to return to my old ways. It would not be good for me or my baby.. She is in love with Toby here and wants to go with him, but she is also your best friend and really wants to help you more than you know. She really doesn’t want to leave Toby, but for your sake she would. Why don’t you go with her?”“That means sharing with Toby.”“Yes.”“And his other concubines.”“Yes.”“I don’t even know who they all are?”“Do you know any of them?”“Um. Sandra, obviously. Neeka. Um. Oh. No. I don’t know the others. Yet I’m sure I did.”“Carla is a neighbour of mine. She’s a nice. “Ah, no. Well, kinda.” Claire blushed. “Just hanging out with my dog Duke. I’ve been neglecting him lately, first with final exams, and now working all the time.”“Oh! I understand,” Brenda smiled. “We won’t keep your date waiting long!” She smiled. Claire shyly smiled back.Claire decided she really liked Brenda. She was a bit of a ditz, but was a lot of fun. Plus, she was really, cute, flirty and sexy. Claire felt happy just being around her. Her enthusiasm, unbridled joy, and her subtle,. I am on my way out, but I wanted to stop in and tell you how much I appreciate everything you did for me. I know the reason they settled is because you backed them against the wall. No way Mark Berger would have found out what you did. You made me a very wealthy woman.”, she said, grabbing my hand. “I’m glad that it all worked out for you.”, I replied, kissing her cheek. “Now, two more things.”, she stated, reaching into her handbag. “Here is a little something for your effort .”, she said,.