Beth stepped in looking absolutely stunning as usual. She was wearing a black jacket, white blouse and short black skirt with black heels. I followed ...er into the great room and sat down in my chair, her on the sofa. I offered her a drink but she said maybe later.“Jeff, I know I have left you hanging for quite some time now. I am really confused and the more I try to make a decision the more confusing it becomes.” she said.“I understand Beth, you have been married a long time.” I responded.“I’m. "I could hear papers rusting as we looked at our schedules. It was onlythen when I read mine. Second period was Math but after Math I was backhere for Home Economics with Mrs. Hall. Then it was Arts andHumanities, then lunch, Biology, P.E., and finally back here for SocialStudies. I was going to take Home Ec? I relaxed when I realized thatit meant I wouldn't have to take Shop with boys; I had hated eighthgrade metal shop, so messy and stinky, and I could never do anythingright. The boys. She looked right at Rachel and asked, "You're Rachel Carson aren't you?" Her voice was clear and strong with just a hint of forcefulness. "Yes I am," answered Rachel, "what can I do for you?" "Drop that stuff in your room and have a drink with me," she replied. The way she said it made Rachel feel very vulnerable, and while she didn't really want to be with this strange woman, she felt pressure to comply with her wishes. Before Rachel could answer, the elevator door opened and the lady took. I quickly thought back: did I hear any sounds; I did hear a motorcycle but didn’t think anything of it. I slowly turned around to see who was there and also to start apologizing. I was after all, trespassing. “I am really sorry; I know this is private property. I was walking and………….” I stopped in mid-sentence. There, about three feet in front of me, leaning on the railing stood, a 6 ‘ 4” something of a very yummy blue eyed man. He had a motorcycle helmet in one hand, and the other hand had a.