You are mine. I... love you," I said in a small voice. I was so cold, big sloppy tears were dripping down my face. My teeth were chattering and my nos... began to run. Ron wrapped his arms around me and kissed me slow and deep. He sucked all the bad air in me out and breathed his sweet essence in."I love you too Susan, I guess we need to talk some more."It has been a long time since I was as scared as I was the night I had to try and explain my past to Ron. My early teen years were a nightmare, I. "I have had it read to you because events are moving in ways which make secrecy our enemy. All must be put on the table, so we may deal with it. If it comes to pass that those in this room, those who make up the power of this nation, believe I should no longer be King due to my actions, so be it. All Kings must serve at the whim of the people. There is much which must be discussed before that comes to pass, however, and I will not go without ... presenting my case." What have you done ... Your. ”“She looks hot in that outfit.”“I think she wears that outfit to beat the heat.”“Don’t be a douchebag, Loren. You know what I mean. She looks good ... dang good. I’ll bet she’s a load of fun in the sack.”“I’m not the kind of guy who kisses and tells ... but...”“But what?”“But far be it from me to dispute the opinion of a wiser and more experienced practitioner.”Todd laughed and swigged more beer. “Maybe I’ll try a big girl next time the opportunity presents itself.”“You need to find someone. "We're approaching something; I can't generate a decent attack -- and I don't really want to. I want HIM to defend me." What if he doesn't understand?" I don't know..." I told him that this isn't a game -- and that he can hurt you, badly," Jean confided. "He seems to understand. But in relationships, there are no guarantees..." She sighed. "I don't want to see you laid to waste. Protect yourself. This may be where you learn that you have potential mates out there -- but Rick isn't the one...".