Because his mind was a little too focused on the moment to answer Connie’s question properly, he asked, “Are you saying you’ve wanted to kiss me...for a long time?”She looked him in the eyes. “Would you believe me if I told you I was very attracted to you the first time I met you?”“No,” said Ed. “I’d spent the whole day walking around thinking my girlfriend was dead. When my roommates finally found me to say you’d been calling, I jumped right on the C train to go to your apartment, then realized. Finally, I looked up. Renée sat patiently. Her face was half concern, half ... something. I couldn't see her for the look of her eyes, the curve of her lips, and the subtle application of makeup adding to the glorious beauty of her face.Oh, who was I kidding?I sat up and kissed her. The move wasn't fast and she saw it coming. Welcoming me to her, she held me with the same care as I held her a moment before. The kiss was tender and soft. Not the hard sloppiness usually involved. I could feel her. He turned to make a hasty exit. I assured Max as he neared the front door that it wasn’t anything he had done. I wanted it as much as he did. I just couldn’t cheat on my husband!”Walt thought for a moment and then said, “I feel bad for Max too. We have to find a way to make it up to him.”“What do you suggest we do, Honey? I doubt he will ever want to get around either of us again in the foreseeable future,” Vickie lamented."Oh, I'm sure he won't be able to resist your charms. Especially if you. ” “Usually those roads are safe, but I think you should stick to well lit streets from now on. Where is your place? Do you want me to walk you home?” “Not far from here. Please. I am a bit shaken right now.” She took his hand and started walking. Her hand felt so soft and smooth. As they walked along, Jake felt a bit week in the knees. He decided it must be the run in that had him agitated. Still there was something about this woman. They reached the front of the house that Brandy was.