.. but why didn't you say anything?" Because I wanted it. More than anything, I wanted it." What? Why?" What do you mean why? I love you, Jake. When w... were little I used to daydream about you and me being married and having kids. If it weren't for you I never would have gotten through losing my dad. We got older and you became the the most wonderful person I knew. You're smart, considerate, generous and you have never let fear dictate your actions. What's not to admire?"I was still confused. She hugged me right back.We cried in each other's arms for what seemed forever and then she finally spoke..."God Michael, I'm so happy to see you." I'm happy to be here too mom."I said, chocking a little."I'm sorry for the divorce honey." Me too... But life can be a bitch." Don't I know it.I know how a divorce can be painful Michael, but I'm here if you need to talk about it.Is there anything you want?" Well, let me in, for one." I said, snickering.She laughed at that and tried to help me with. This was getting awkward, but she had to hang in there.“Listen,” he finally said, blushing. “Yes?” Her eyes were wide with hope. She so wanted to get to know him better.“I erm… I know a great little Italian place just around the corner. I don’t suppose…”“Yes! I’d love to!” she almost squealed.“Oh. Ok. Great.”They agreed a time later that evening and he turned to go inside. As she walked away, she turned to look back as he did the same. They waved and she hurried on her way, her heart pounding.. It didn’t seem to help him any. He just kept chucking up nothing. ‘There’s a body in that bush. I was trying to get through it when I stood on some dead guy’s arm. Miles went to check it out and nearly checked himself out in the process.’ ‘A bit high is it?’ ‘Just a tad. Not much of a pretty sight either. Looks like he’s been there a while.’ Martin moved carefully over to the bush. He took a deep breath, then poked his head in the hole. He had it stuck in there a while before backing out. ‘I’d.