“I don’t know why you insisted on all this,” griped Lindy. “If he doesn’t want to celebrate his birthday he shouldn’t have to.” Seeing that Danica was staring at her, she growled, “What, hussy?”

Danica shook her head as if to clear it. “Sorry, I was just imagining you wearing a shock collar while I held the remote.”

“Oh there she goes again giving me attitude.”

“Not giving it, returning it.”

Knowing this could go on for a while if he didn’t distract them, Gio pulled Danica against him. He whispered into her ear, “Now for a preview of

the black lace babydoll…”

She shook her head, whispering, “Oh no,...