I've never had to work before because Dave brought in more than we needed. Plus, I was still paying for a college education I have never used. This wa... the worst time of year to go out looking for work. After several hours of this exercise in futility, I wanted something to dull the pain, but we didn’t have any alcohol in our house. I hadn’t been to a liquor store or bar since I was in college five years ago. These bills can wait , I thought, clicking off the desk lamp. I was going to go. Freshmen stay in the room they're assigned, regardless of the circumstances." Get through this year. Next year we'll rent an apartment or house," Ned said."It's not that simple. I've been sleeping with one eye open, waiting for him to pounce. What I find incredible is that the authorities believed him. Apparently, they didn't even ask who his girlfriend was or try to talk to her." You've got to talk to John about this. He'll have a suggestion as to what you have to do."Telling Ned had me. So, talk to me. All I got was that you don’t want to work here.”I grimaced at that. Grandpa was a great guy and treated us all great. He was sort of quiet, at least around other people, but was much more open with family. “No, that’s not what I meant. It’s ... I mean ... I love you, Grandpa, but I don’t want to keep pushing a broom the rest of my life!”“Well, who the hell says you have to?” he barked. “Grim, this is just something for you to do after school and make a few bucks and do the odd. It won't be the same without you there, but Adam said that he can miss a day of school, and will come with us. I think that he likes Janice." He might like you both." That could be fun. We'll see how things turn out. We have to teach tomorrow morning, so we have to go, but I wanted to thank you again. Having a roommate, and a second form of income, will be a huge help with my financial situation." You're helping me, it isn't a gift." Thanks anyways." You're welcome."They left, and Wendy, Mika,.