“Yeah,” Suzi nodded. “Though I’m much better in the box. It’s easier to remember the songs and work my finger positions or--”“Sweet!” ...oë interrupted Suzi. My sister ran her hand around my waist as she circled back to the open lockers. “Reggie wouldn’t let us near the lockers. The boys got the lockers and the girls got the kitchen.”“Reggie’s more of a prick than I figured.” I rolled my teeth together. “But why wouldn’t he and the guys bring out the games or the instruments? We do nothing but. I know what he is capable of doing. I know he forced you to say the things you did. I just want you to know that I love you and I forgive you.”He smiled at her, sadly. She could see the finality in his eyes, and she knew immediately.“You plan to lose tomorrow!” She exclaimed. “You cannot do that!”He shook his head, “I cannot live, knowing that because I live, you will die. I will not be responsible for your death.”“There is another way,” Sir Robert said as he re-entered the room. “Come away. ” I spoke softly.“You sound like a real girl.” He chuckled.“Well duh, I am a girl now.” I knew he would make a joke about it sooner or later. I didn’t mind though.“I didn’t expect you to sound like that still.?“Like what? I’m fully a girl.” I felt a smile creeping on my face for some reason.“But still. I don’t know.” He digressed. “Anyway, whats up? We should hang out.”“That would be cool I guess. I’m off today and tomorrow.”“Hm. I do have to go in today, but I’m down for tonight. I’ll text you. By the time I got to Dr. K, I would have willingly gone down on her there in front of everyone, instead of just settling for her kiss as she pinched my nipple.Monday I had the morning shift, and it was the usual nonsense of silly injuries and dumb requests for painkillers these people had to know they weren’t getting. So when my BFF Dawn texted me asking for some help with her last gift, I was more than willing to drive over after I got away at lunch. Really, I had no idea what she needed help.