While my nails were drying, Mother went and got her jewelry box. Shesaid, "You are going to bed soon, so no need to put jewelry on now, butlet's see...if we can find some fun accessories for tomorrow. This willtransform your hands from those of a girl to those of a pretty younglady!"Mother picked out a few lovely pieces - some gold bangles, a couple ofdelicate gold and diamond rings, and a young and modern-looking whiteChanel ceramic watch. I had never worn jewelry before - this would. " Really?" Sure, just let me know if I can help," Brad said jokingly."Yeah, right. As if." And what does that mean?" As if you could help me if I was to let you. Baby please!! I'm too old for you, and I've been around the block a few times. You're just looking for a quick fuck." Isn't that what you just said that you needed? A lay?" But......Ummmm.......That's different." What about your boyfriend? Why hasn't he done something about your needs?" Because we're too busy with our jobs and school.. As she expected, the engagement was off. But Hugh didn't stop there, ohno, he made sure that her career was tarnished by getting herblackballed from any studio work in Hollywood. While her secret wassafe, her reputation was tarnished by Hugh reporting her to the HouseCommittee of Un-American Activities and labeling her a red commiesympathizer.It wasn't long before her so called Hollywood friends dropped her like ahot potato. Has-beens were not worth their time, especially a commiehas-beenHer. Call me if you feel the need to talk."With that I found my co-workers. We checked in and soon boarded our flight. The trip was productive as we closed a huge deal with a new customer. It took us several days of meetings and negotiations to get the deal signed but it worked out well for both parties. The last day and we were out having a late lunch celebrating when I got a frantic call from Jason."Dad you need to come home NOW." There was panic in his voice."What's wrong? What happened?" Now I.