I looked back down. Maybe 12 feet. Nevertheless, I could make it. I knew that I could. Until I jumped. As I fell those 2 stories down to the ground le...el, I knew, without a doubt, that the cat had done this on purpose, validating my suspicions of their nature. I awoke, the smell of ammonia making me slap at my own face. "There you are, miss," a woman's voice said, smiling down at me as my vision struggled to clear. "You just relax. Try not to move too much." I blinked, seeing her semi large. I don't think we can progress any further with that sword of yours."I was slightly offended by the description of my Italian rapier, but at the same time was grateful that she thought me worthy to continue to train. I took the offered sword with thanks. It was because of that I made a discovery.One night we were engaged in a long practice bout. She had never questioned why I only was around after dark, and the thought didn't even cross my mind that I never heard from her except at night. She. Dolly remarked that it seemed somewhat out ofplace in a restaurant. Rob agreed but mentioned thatthe place also housed a bar and it wasn’t out of placein a bar.A petite black waitress approached and inquired if theywere ready to order. Rob ordered a gin and tonic alongwith the evenings rib special. Dolly decided on a glassof Chablis and a grilled chicken salad. Having ordered,they were engaged in light conversation when the welldressed large black man approached their table.. I’ve really gotten to like this place and I think you will agree that I’ve taken good care of it. Would you consider having me use one of the spare bedrooms in exchange for my continuing housekeeping?”He smiled, “You know, I’ve thought of that exact arrangement from time to time but never had anyone I was comfortable with. That could work out very well for both of us since I could concentrate more on my work and you would be saved the expense of lodging. You could even ride to and from campus.