Something that stood in front of Alina, and though Alina could not see this being, she knew that it was there with its back to her all the same. And ...hen she heard its voice. A soft, melodious voice so feminine and graceful that Alina wanted to weep at the sound of it. It too spoke the old language but again Alina understood. “Fate has its plan, Corina. You cannot stop the tide from ebbing or crashing in and you cannot change fate. Not even one such as I has that kind of power. You have done. My youngest is in college at Eastern Michigan. You know about her. My oldest lives down in Texas. I see her 4-5 times a year. But it's just me. A couple of crap relationships. And figuring it's easier to have friends, a social life, and be single," I finally said.Maddie turned around and smiled."Well, some lucky girl is gonna realize you're a good catch and take advantage of that. Besides, you're sexy for an older dude. They'll figure it out soon enough," she said with a grin.I couldn't get the. “Thank you,” cooed the sepia-toned sissy.“I’m just so amazed by your ass!”“Why is that?”“It’s so juicy and tender.”“Thanks, Daddy!” Parris shook that donkey tail harder on purpose.“You swear that’s all natural,” inquired Jack.“Yeah! It is. It just happened as I grew up.”“Damn! I believe you. I know dudes are always hitting you up.”“Whatever!”“It’s cool. You look good. It’s a compliment!”“Shut up,” Parris swirled around and stretched up to kiss him.“I should’ve married you instead of that. I had a few aches from yesterday but wasn't too bad. Jay was stuck on the bench all day so he was in perfect health. Damian and Trevor had been two of the grunts who pounded out our win against tough opponents. Both of my friends took long hot showers to loosen up. They planned to spend most of the afternoon in the training room in the whirlpool trying to work out the aches.I gave Kelly a call at 11:30 the way she asked. She was subdued when she answered."Can you forgive me forgive me for being.