‘But the reason was not because of anything you did. It was because of something I didn’t do.’ She said emphasizing the last three words and wai...ed for their meaning to register with him. ‘I’ve kept a secret from you. At first, because it wasn’t mine to disclose. Later, because I was afraid.’ ‘I don’t understand, Yves. What secret?’ ‘I am not your Yvonne.’ Edward laughed out loud. His nerves were already quite strained that evening, he didn’t know how else to respond to such an absurd. ” Dad put his hand on my shoulder. “What did you think was going to happen?”I realized that he must’ve been right.“She’s My Valkyrie.” I let Dad push me to the bar. I sat on the bench as Olivia slid closer. Dakota poured me a beer.“I don’t have to take Charlie. I don’t have to start with six. I could hold off and stretch it out. It’s just, I’m--”“So? He chose Shani. Lar’s got our taste. He’s going to pick the best.” I accused.“Aw, I’m the best?” My Valkyrie piped up. Charlotte, just Charlotte. During the conversation, I found myself hanging on her every word anda couple of times I was so lost in lustful feelings (looking at her breastsand mouth and neck) that it took a gently touch of mum's hand to bring meback to reality. During our discussion I also caught mum looking at me withsuch intensity, and not just at my eyes, that I had to do the same thing.We were both a little embarrassed when we were caught and quickly avertedour eyes or made stumbling apologies.Was it just me, or was I. " I knew that I was slightly on edge, but I quickly denied it, "I'm not nervous babe, should I be?" A smile briefly flashed across her face before she answered, "I can tell you're nervous, you only call me babe when you are." With a just a hint of anger I retorted, "I told you I'm not nervous ba-" With a sigh I looked down at the floor, "What did you want to talk about?"Tina sat on one of the two desk chairs, the only one that was clean, before continuing, "I just-" she paused, biting her lower.