He didn't need the bandages any more, either. He could be trusted. Not every porn star of his kind could be. And unlike Miguel he didn't need drugs. H... was able to do his job without any extra stimulation. Although an appreciative audience helped.Sylvia and Laura came over to chat with him, stroking and cuddling him, making him even more eager to get into the action. But he knew better than to get too excited too soon. He tenderly licked Sylvia's cheek, while Laura ran her fingers seductively. I asked one of the girls helping set up who he was, and she kind of gave a little sneer and told me who he was, and walked off with a little disdain in her step. I was puzzled at her attitude, so I walked over to him and introduced myself. I’d never done anything like that before, but, like I said, I was fascinated. As soon as he opened his mouth, I sort of understood the girl’s attitude. Despite all the years he spent in Philly, Ricky never got the South out of his mouth. He had — still has —. I knew then that he still wanted me. He wanted me more then ever. That was the problem. ‘But this is causing you pain.’ I protested. He laughed sourly. ‘Yea well I’ll just deal with it. I won’t cause you pain again Crystal. It kills me to see you recoil from me in fear.’ It was then I realized just how much Hawk did love me. That he was willing to give up his pleasure to keep me from pain. I felt tears spring to my eyes and tried to blink them back. Not sure why I did it, I slowly reached down. We’ll be ready.”BB nodded; he was smiling too. The kids adore Cassandra.When she left, the boys sidled back beside their mother. Sheree put her arms around them and whispered into Honey’s ear. He said, some pride there, “Ninety dollars.”Which, lightening quick as always, I translated into $900. $300 per brother. Harold would keep $810. Well, that’s the whore business.Back in Raytown, back at Moe’s Diner. Both Buster and BJ seemed quieter than usual. Didn’t slow down the bacon cheeseburger.