Not lovers, but more akin to best friends. He sighed as he realised that even though he mightn’t mind risking their friendship to attempt something ...ore, Rebecca might think less of him for the attempt and such a relationship could hardly last and would soon turn sour. He shook his head and argued the inconsistencies of that statement all the way to Rebecca’s house.She twirled in the mirror and watched her reflection critically. It wasn’t that she was too concerned with her looks, but rather. "I looked down; I guess she meant it was totally flat. I colored."Does everyone else in the office know about your...hobby, Chris?"I shook my head miserably."Unless of course they have noticed what I have noticed'" she added."Well, perhaps it will be our little secret - for now. But I will want tosee you in a skirt, Chris - you can't stop now: go for it! If you don'twear one to work, I'll have to call round and see for myself!" Shegiggled, while I tried to smile, unsuccessfully."You had better. He couldn't quite rememberanything with any clarity and his body felt entirely wrong like all hisnerves were on fire. He tried to open his eyes but couldn't focus.Slowly the feelings subsided and his mind started to clear.Lightning. He remembered a bright flash and he had Jenna's hand tryingto get them out of the water. Jenna. Where was she? He tried blinkingseveral times and finally his eyes started to clear. He realized he waslying on the beach, his legs were still in the water, he was aware. The baby might have been her husband's or it might be mine -- I was pretty sure I'd find out soon."Hi, baby," I said as though I saw Mandy big-time pregnant all the time. "Looks like you've been having fun," I said, as I tried to keep our meeting on an even keel."Yes, Tom, thanks to you I've been having a lot of fun," Mandy said. She just stood there, letting me hold her close and then she looked me straight in the eyes. "Tom, this baby is yours, so let's just get that out of the way so we can.