She felt pleasantly mellow, content even. ‘Are you up for it?’ asked Damian. ‘Honestly, I’m exhausted,’ said Abby. ‘I won’t be placing ...ny unreasonable physical demands on you.’ Abby closed her eyes and nodded. Damian stood up and held out a hand. Abby took it, clutching the blanket at her breast. As he had earlier that morning, he asked her to strip. Stripping took little more than letting the blanket to fall to her feet. This time, Abby complied without hesitation, despite some misgivings. The two families went through the motions of greeting one another, there was plenty of bowing and nodding, Satou smiling until his cheeks began to ache. He noted that the girl’s teeth had been dyed black, as was currently in fashion, making her smile dark and strange. When the formalities had concluded, they led the Matsuyos back to their house. His mother had fretted over the place all morning, making sure that everything was perfect, as if the visitors would notice and be offended if a single. So much so in fact that I feel very safe with you. If it didn't just feel too right, I would consider marrying you some day." What do you mean 'too right'?" asked Tim."Sort of like, 'fairy tale, dream come true' right," Darla answered. "You have been a perfect gentleman, given me my space to deal with my rape, held and protected me when I fell apart. You obviously care for me and are a special person. You are special to me, Tim. Would you even consider being my husband? I won't mind if you want. I got off the bed with the ropes still hanging and had a good stretch. Daughter put the bedpan down and said "sorry Bill I hope you don't feel too bad but I think you enjoyed it, didn't you?” I didn't say anything for a little while and sat back on the edge of the bed.Nurse came back into the room and showed surprise at what she saw. The girls looked at each other and then walked over to me and stood one either side and put an arm each around my shoulders. Their eyes were cast down in shame.