" I just nodded back at him. He had rented a huge hall in a building that was way out in the countryside. He had thrown all the stops. A band that pla...ed classical music in all it was a well-catered event. I was surprised he would do something like this even if it were his sister's birthday. The real surprise was that he invited some of us from work. "Well go mingle or something. Make sure you eat some of this food; it isn't cheap!" That was him for real; he was a real cheap asshole. You would. Be sure to pee before getting in. Off you go." Goodnight, Jess!" they said.Rikki got up too."Rikki, sit back down." He did."You are going to sleep with me in my tent tonight." I raised my hand toshut him up."The girls will be fine. Your tent is designed for two people; threewould be too crowded. The girls will stay together; that's what sistersdo. Mine can take two. You will sleep in it. Go get your air mattress andsleeping bag." I stared at him."Move now," I sternly said. I smiled at him. Slightly heavy but not bad. I haven't ordered anything lately sowhat was the deal?I shrug and open my door. The sun is starting to set behind me and it'sbeen a long day at work so I decide to figure it out inside. With adrink. People at work aren't the easiest to deal with and drinks oftenhelp. Relaxing with a drink, closing my eyes and temporarily imagining afantasy world where I tell my bitchy coworkers exactly what I think ofthem rather than smiling woodenly and nodding my head. Feeling. ’ ‘My place?’ he asked hopefully. He took her hand and drew her towards him. ‘I can think of some fun things to do. I have a good bottle of chardonnay.’ ‘Cabernet?’ He frowned. ‘I thought all chicks liked the white stuff.’ ‘The very fact that you use the word ‘chicks’ to my face tells me you don’t know much about chicks.’ He frowned. ‘You think I’m a jerk.’ ‘I think you’re being adorable.’ ‘Damn, and here I was going for manly. My place?’ he said. ##### Ralph stood just inside the door to his.