“Hey beautiful, how are you doing?” Jake asked as I leaned up, but covered myself as I was naked.“I'm great thanks to you, and just what is that...in your hand?” I asked.“Well it's a welcoming gift for my sis,” Jake replied.I took it out of his hand, but I couldn't open it.“Jake, seriously what is this? You already let me move in here and let me use this bed,” I said.“And let you sleep in it naked, but I don't mind,” Jake replied.“You helped me move in and are letting me live here rent free. Not. I always enjoyed my long, hot showers when my husband was on a hitch. I always stayed until the hot water was gone. I felt the tensions melting away. After drying and putting on my white terry robe, I went to the kitchen for a refill. The wine was as effective as the shower. Finally, back at the table, I got to work on my lesson plans; three morning classes and two in the afternoon. I took my notes and sipped my wine. Finally finished, I dropped my pen on the folder and downed the rest of the. ’ He suddenly threw his glass on the floor. ‘You saved my life and became a hero. ‘Mad Jack’ Percival! I was left with a leg that is two inches shorter. No good to any one. I found out what I’m good at and I don’t need her or anyone. I’m going places.’ Jack was confused by Michael’s talk and what he was trying to say. ‘Listen to yourself. She wants to be with you, at your side, to see you succeed. She married you for who you are.’ ‘Coming from the man who believes in the purity of marriage,’. Come inside, she added, and opened the door wider.Oh, sorry, I’m Sarah you’re next door……neighbor! she shouted completing my sentence. And I’m Joy! I was getting ready to eat dinner. I baked lasagna. You’re welcome to join me.Oh, ah, sure. I haven’t eaten yet, I said. Great, I just need to set the table. Make yourself comfortable on the sofa out in the living room. I love your shirt, by the way.Oh thanks, I said as I made my way into her living room. Hmmm, nice big, white leather sofa. I could.