The trees were magnificent pines and cedars that ringed the entire estate. Her aunt Kate had "inherited" it and a small fortune when her poor, late hu...band died at the age of 67. She had married him when she was only 22, and he 54. His sons from his first and second marriage got nothing. Suzy shook her head. "Correction: my whole family is full of fucking whores." She inwardly grimaced as she knew some of that resentment was directed at herself.Her friend Julia was very popular in school, and. " She smiled as he leaned closer, the conversation now just between the two of them. "You are married?” She nodded. He then declared, " I also understand you have a, shall we say, unique passion for black men?" She smiled and nodded again. David hadn't said anything to her but she assumed she was to make sure Joe enjoyed the evening. She recalled David telling her early on that not every influential person was "a stud." Joe proved this point. She also knew that men enjoyed candid conversation. The sight of him lying dead in the dirt would stay with me for the rest of my life. By now all of my men had dismounted from their vehicles and, following our Urban Warfare Protocols, we stormed the building. The first floor was clear so I led the way up to the second. The first three rooms were empty. The fourth room was locked, but fortunately Rich had the key, a size eleven boot made short work of the flimsy lock. As the door flew open I advanced with my M16A4 at the ready. A bearded man. There will be more, though of a different character.”“Because of your medical training?”“Yes, and because of the demands of our church ministry. Life will be difficult at times, and a real struggle, but I believe we are both strong enough to overcome any obstacles that Satan throws in our way.”“I don’t think I’ve ever heard you place blame on Satan before.”“Because I don’t! I’m perfectly capable of sinning on my own, and my temptations come from within. I don’t need Satan’s help to mess.