"Do we have a deal? As long as we spend quality time with each other until the first of the year, you'll all get your money."The four of them looked a... one another for a moment and then turned back with a nod. That was where the best years of my life began, right in that dining room. . .more accurately, that night in my room after stabbing my index finger with a paper clip.###An hour or so had gone by since everyone dispersed and went to do their own thing for a while. As for me? Our. But Evie's sax work carried them through. She brought the performance to a conclusion with a riveting solo that was subdued yet heartfelt."She's damn good," Dave remarked with admiration, as we both applauded heartily. "I could listen to her play all night." Me too," I concurred, familiar with Evie's talent. Even at this young age, it was quite evident."I can't say as much for her two friends," Dave chuckled, "but it was worth coming here tonight, if only to watch Evie."We waited for her in the. He considered taking a plane but decided the cost would set him back considerably. He figured a road trip could be therapeutic, nice scenery and plenty of quiet alone time. Unfortunately for him his car had other plans and had broken down before he could even escape the state of Virginia. The shop told him it would take at least three days in order to have a new transmission installed, considering his car was so old they had to special order the part.He sighed at his misfortune and continued on. My palms were clammy by the time the door opened again.Elizabeth came strutting through the door, her head held high and her jacket wide open displaying her boobs. Her nipples were sticking out even further than they did when she'd left mere minutes ago.I grinned and stated the obvious; "She's coming?" Yes." Excited?" I asked as I glanced at my watch.She nodded, her eyes sparkling as she stood there."Lift your skirt," I said impulsively.She reached down and grasped the hem and wriggled until it.