Although his wife hated most things about life in the wilds, she had always seemed to be fond of the horse. That pleased Wood--who hadn't the faintest...idea of just how fond of that horse his wife was, and in what manner."I'll be back in a couple of hours," he said."Take your time," said Michelle.Wood went out. Michelle sat in the chair, waiting until she heard the Jeep start up and drive away, bouncing over the rough road. Then a smile brightened her face. She drew the hem of her skirt higher. ..don't worry I'll make it up to you" with a light kiss on my lips she sealed the deal. It was getting chilly outside so we moved inside to Mark's bedroom, it was quite spartan, a typical bachelor's pad. There was a giant futon which we all laid across. Frankly I was a bit tired and since I was privy to Li-Li's plans I decided to close my eyes and go to sleep. From the corner of my eyes I saw her nestle into his arms, much the same way she had done with me over the years. A smile crossed my. . I’ll see you tonight!”“Okay, thanks!”Audrey called her office and told them that she’d become sick and had to go to the hospital. It was total bullshit, and she was pretty sure that her boss knew it, but she had nothing better. “They put me on some stuff and I passed out and just woke up!” she insisted – and at least THAT was true...“See if you can find your way in on Monday!” her boss retorted. Clearly, she was in the doghouse. Well, that was the LEAST of her worries...Audrey drove home and. My job has kept me busy enough that I convinced myself I was fine. I was happy that way until I met Melinda Knowles. She changed me and I don’t even know how. Jackie Cantrell did likewise. I wanted you two in my life. In whatever capacity I could manage. When you’d call, I’d get shivers, then a warm sensation when we talked. Then I spent too much time around Charlie Cantrell and got sucked into the bottomless pit that is his caring personality. That was after the break-in.“I’ve seriously never.