ROSIE

I was up from my numb ass before he could rethink his offer. my legs were stiff from how long I’d been sitting there with my back to my door.

I needed him. Just like last time.

The man upstairs didn’t speak as he led the way up. He used one single key with no keyring to let us in, stepping aside to let me pass him. He scrabbled to clear the coffee table, rushing into the kitchen with three empty mugs and a couple of shot glasses. I followed him, hating his obvious embarrassment.

I had plenty enough embarrassment of my own. If only he knew how many...