The Last to Leave

by Erica Lee

It’s hard though. I’ve worked with athletes who were used to being the best at their sport and now have trouble eating dinner. I can’t even begin to imagine how that must feel.”

chastise

The kind that can make even her worst enemy come five times in one night.

You’re passionate. That’s a good thing. It’s what made you a good athlete and now a good occupational therapist.”

“Mom, we’ve talked about this. You can’t just assume all my friends are gay. It’s weird.” “I’m sorry. I hope I haven’t offended anyone.” “You didn’t offend me, Mrs. Dawson,” Courtney answered cheerfully. “I’m very happy to accept any compliments and I’m also very much gay.”

“So, you’re saying all someone has to do to get you to do what they want is shower you with compliments?” Courtney shrugged. “It certainly doesn’t hurt.” Nicole pushed Courtney down into a lying position and crawled on top of her. “In that case, you’re sexy as hell. Now, take your pants off, please.”

tip-top shape.

I meant, is this where you expected your life to be at this point?”

Maturity is about taking things seriously that need to be, like your

as long as you can be serious when needed.”

Nicole slapped the couch as she let out a joyful laugh that made Courtney kind of want to slap her and kind of want to kiss her. “No shit! Smart girl.”

Nicole had never let another person have control during sex. That was until she met Courtney, of course.

Ded.

There was no reason to overthink this. She couldn’t remember the last time she felt this happy and content, so she might as well enjoy it, whatever it was.

“You sounded sad on the phone so I thought you could use the company.”