“Where did you learn these wards?” he asked, as I lowered them so he could drive onto my property. I got in the car to ride back to my house.“Th...y were in the Book that I’ve been studying,” I explained, as we drove up to the house. The second ward there was also a surprise to him.“This is different than the first one!” he exclaimed on sensing the ward before I relaxed it so we could enter the house.“You aren’t taking any chances, are you, Maddy?” he asked once we were inside, and I had restored. "Hello," she said, stopping just inside the family room. "Have a goodlast day of school?" It was okay." I was struggling to stop my voice quivering. My nylon-clad legs were concealed by the back of the couch, so as long as Istayed on the couch and she didn't advance very far into the room, Iwould be okay."I thought since your sister is away for the evening you and I might goout for pizza." That sounds good." I tried to stay focused on the television, hopingshe would think I was bored with the. She slips away from my embrace and rummages around through all the discarded clothing to find her bag. Suddenly she’s approaching me, a devilish smile playing on her kiss swollen lips. I look to her hand to find her holding something silver.“What is it?” I say confused by the object she is holding. “I thought we’d try something different, just relax you’ll enjoy it”. Tasha says with a sly smile.Tasha pushes me back on to the chair and resumes her position in front of me, my legs spread wide. I can't see a right time. I can't look at her and lie. It's just not possible for me to do that and keep myself together."Jack unlocked the passenger side and opened the door for me. Such a gentleman."Oh, Jack. You're so sweet. But, you've been lying to Roberta for years." I climbed into the car, inhaling the smells of prisoner sweat, urine and vomit, coffee, donuts, and mace."You're right, honey. I just don't know. The years passing were a tough time for me. I remember feeling old and useless..