" "That does not excuse your actions, Charis," the water-nymph replied coldly, "You have had your fun with this mortal plaything, now turn him loose o... slay him. I care not, simply be rid of him." Joshua's eyes widened in fear at the command but Charis shook her head, flaming hair billowing about her bare shoulders, "I am having far too much fun with this one! No. I will not send him away. Not yet at least, why must you be so stiff Cyane? Come, loosen up a little, have some fun. I know that it. We took our time to savor the champagne with the second glass. “We have a surprise planned for you next, Jeff” said Sara as we polished off the last of the champagne. The instructed me to sit down, and looking around the only chair was a plush, overstuffed lounge chair in the corner. I walked over and sat down, it was very comfortable. Lauren walked over to the stereo, selected a song from the CD player and I heard the opening strains of Janet Jackson’s “That’s the Way Love Goes” start to play.. As I entered the master bedroom whereJohn's parents slept, my eyes raked the room for interest. At the footof the bed, I saw the pile of washing that had been in the hallway lastnight, and on the top of the pile was that gorgeous blouse.I was drawn to it, floating like a feather being blown on the wind. Istood there naked, in front of the pile. As I once again took in thefinery of the lace, my arms moved forward to allow my fingers to gentlytrace the flowery patterns. The feel of chiffon was so. ‘You already have.’ She was smiling and she was right. ‘From now on, you’re my faithful assistant, preparing me for the big sales. I can’t miss with you by my side.’ We lay there for a while, quietly relaxing. Her question about love at first sight had been disconcerting. Was she telling me something more than I wanted to hear? It was definitely too soon for me, wasn’t it? I had no idea what being in love was all about. Not yet anyway … but I was curious. ‘Vannie, have you ever been in love?’.