‘We call that WPS in the states. Wandering Penile Syndrom. My father suffered from a case of it himself.’ ‘My ex-wife had the female version. W...at would it be? WVS?’ I freeze. What did he just say? Did he just say he had an ex-wife? No, no, I could not have heard that right, because in all the conversations we’ve had, an ex-wife had never come up. ‘Excuse me?’ Leo’s looking stunned himself: mouth agape, eyes wide. ‘I don’t—’ ‘You were married? Dude, you don’t even look old enough to have a. Hazel stood and walked towards the window viewing the extensive grounds beyond, tall trees fully leaved, grassy banks flowing down towards a large lake, such a different atmosphere to that of London, she did wonder what the mood of the house would have been in its heyday. She turned to the door, hearing the light tapping Come in! It was the young girl followed by her two friends. I have youre costumes Miss! She laid them out onto the bed. Im sure theyll all fit, they are adjustable! The girls. “Will you bring me my clogs, please? In the wardrobe. Actually, I need only the right one.” When I brought the shoe, she was wiggling into her skirt, trying not to move her ankle too much. Her face was reddened from exertion, or maybe pain. “Do you need a hand?” “I need an ankle,” she said, gasping.” A minute later, I helped her stand up, then wrapped my arm around her waist, holding her firmly. “Are you ready?” I asked. She suddenly went limp in my hands, her head dropping to one side.. It took me over two years even to go to George Abbott and ask him to give me a good hiding. I think George and Ada saved my life, or at least my sanity. Then along came Philip, and then you, and I started to live again. I’ve told Andy everything and he understands completely. He is grateful to you all for everything you have done for me. Laura, of course I want Andy physically, but if I had to I could wait for him for years, not just months.’ ‘I don’t suppose…’ ‘No chance at all. Andy isn’t.