So for now I was keeping my plan firmly under wraps. If the key element, the one I was counting on and around which everything else revolved, proved o...t, then I could reconsider. I could even abort at that point, with whatever obscure satisfaction I could glean from the fact that my idea was at least viable, and move in another direction. But I needed the confidence that at least a possible resolution could give me.Monday evening was the nadir for me. With little option I had drinks and dinner. The choice is yours, but I wouldn't be here if it were that simple," said the wizard. The wizard took stock, then began again."It is true that you are happier this way, I can tell that. However, your decision will send you down one of two paths. Each has it's perks. First, you could stay as you are, as Stacy. Tomorrow you would meet a man named Fred Garner. You two would eventually fall in love, get married, have children, and live long, very happy, lives."However, Stan has an important day for. ” He apologized. The lady laughed. “It’s ok sir. Bye.” Eric hung up and started to pace around the room. Minus what happened earlier he was happy now. All of his days of hard work had finally paid off. He spent that time working for one of his friends who had agreed to pay him. He saved the money and put it towards getting him and Ashley a place to live together. Even after what happened today he knew it was a great idea for both of them to get out. He walked to Ashley’s room, but she was. ”“Honestly, I’m not sure why I agreed for you to come in. It’s very improper for someone who has been in my court to visit me at my home.”“But, you felt compelled to let me in and talk to me?” I asked hopefully.“I ... yes. I’m not sure I understand.”“It’s ok, I think I do. Now that I’m here, how do you feel? Do you think its ok that I’m here? Do you trust me not to get you in trouble?”“Yes. Huh, now that I think about it, yes. I do feel I can trust you, so I guess its ok. What can I do for you,.