I said, "Lisa, Ted needs some help with reading and writing. I said that you could line something up on company time to help him out." Ted, we will do...that. I will set something up to start next week. It will be tough but, if you want it, we will help you."Ted blushed. "Missus Chambers, I will do my best. I will make you proud of me." His eyes told me that Lisa had another admirer."Ted, call me Lisa. We're all co-workers. Would you show me around? I'm particularly interested in the metal. One good thing is every time Kyle knows I’ve seen you; he asks how you are. But apart from answering that question, I’m not allowed to talk about any of it. It’s becoming a huge tension between us. I hate seeing him so down, but he won’t let me help.” It was only a few days after that when Maddy was visiting Lori, that Lori confessed.“The most unbelievably incredible thing happened last night. I had the most vivid dream. Beyond vivid. It wasn’t like the other dreams I’ve had. They just like. The principal paid a visit to our English class Monday to ask a favor. He wanted to know if we would consider using the time for a second tutoring session instead of English. "Since you don't have any classroom work per se" he explained "we'd really appreciate it. Extra points will be awarded to all who agree and they will count toward your GPA. Ms. Frank has already agreed to be there as well in case anyone has any questions about their assignment."I thought all of the advanced students who. I don't mind, though. I think it's great. You seem more real now."She turned to face me. She had a curious smile and said, "So you think my being a tramp is great, huh?" Sure, especially if every time you fuck, I get paid." Saying "Fuck" was a bold gamble. A few months earlier, Mom washed my mouth out with soap for saying "Shit" and that was after stubbing my toe.My words were almost like a slap to her face. She stared me down before saying, "I suppose you think this gives you free license with.