"And she moved on to the next guy in tan slacks, button down collar, sweater tied around his shoulders and loafers. Nothing bright, flashy or jeans.I ...till sailed, crewed, helmed my Lightning, met boat owners and other helmsmen and managed to stay aboard ... generally.College in the winter, Pentwater in the summer ... girls on the beach, on the sidewalk, at hotels, cabins, motorboats and skiing. Graduated, ROTC, NAVY Officer. Too important for the troubles in the far east, did my time on an. ”“What the fuck! Do you expect me to believe that was your first time out with him?”“Yes, because it’s the truth. Yes, we sometimes had a drink or two after work, but it was just like I told you, it was just to unwind.”“So what was different about last night?”“I don’t know, exactly,” she sniffed, “but for the last month or so I’ve felt us drifting apart...”“Oh, no you don’t; don’t you be putting this on me. I’ve been begging you for weeks to cut back on your hours, to spend more time on us, but. “So what you’re saying David is that you want to know if your friend can come round as well?” I nodded hopefully. “You won’t be jealous then?” This hadn’t occurred to me but I shook my head reassuringly.“Not at all. You’ll still see me though won’t you?”“Of course I will David! You’re my favourite!” She looked thoughtful for a few seconds and then grinned. “What would be really nice would be to have both of you at once!”“That would be great!” I exclaimed enthusiastically.The plans were laid. You told the baroness that the Mumps can geld a man?"The girl swallowed, obviously afraid to answer, and Ermegart realised that she had reasons for fear."Have no fear, Rebecca. Tell me what you know. I have a high opinion of your knowledge." It is not like gelding, oh Lady. Gelding would take away the urge and ability to..." her voice faltered."I understand you. What is it like then?" The fever may destroy the potency of the man's essence. My mother told me of this and I have seen it thrice in.