Soon Catherine was graciously carrying out her hostess duties in fetching the men drinks and snacks, while they ensured she felt more and more at ease...by being included in their conversations as an equal. They were even getting Catherine to tell them about herself, her home life and family.A little while later Tony’s cell phone was ringing and excusing the interruption Tony listened for a while, his expression growing concerned before answering into the phone,.“Ok, if it’s like that, I’d best. .." Dr. Greeley said after a moment, and then after closing the metal clipboard, he returned it to its storage hook. Looking up at Jack he said in a calm, clinical voice, "Well, it appears that our little lady has begun menstruating. Additionally it is noted in her chart that Emily is allergic to certain kinds of steroids, one of which is present in the systemic contraceptive we generally give to our young patients. So I suppose the chance of pregnancy exists." Seeing Jack's pained reaction to. Two hours later we were sitting back enjoying a break, the paint job went well, Jess an Dom did most of the work as I had to prepare the evening meal for the boys.Soon it was mealtime, Ernie popped his head around the door and asked how things were going, did we have any problems with the landlord and most of all how was Jess coping with the transition."She's seems to be OK Ernie, she had a bit of a start last night when the possums were on the roof but when I introduced them to her she was. I know it." You've been playing too many games, my love," I whispered. Could she really feel the portal Leora said was hidden in the wardrobe?"Do you mean that, Linc? Did you mean that I'm your love?" Maybe I've never said it or meant it this way, Cadence. But you've conquered me. I love you."She turned toward me but stayed next to the wardrobe, out of my reach. She slowly unfastened her jeans and pushed them down off her hips. They were so tight that she had to bend to pull them off. She stood.