Disclaimer: Everything belongs to Laurel K. Hamilton, Jim Butcher, J.K. Rowling, and Berkley Publishing Company. Nothing belongs to me; this is just a parody for your entertainment.
Rating: Bag Language
It's been almost a week since Richard proposed to me. We were going to announce our engagement at the Christmas party tonight. It was going to be a spectacular event. Jason had informed us that we might want to bring sunglasses, that Luna went crazy with the lights. I had spent part of the morning putting the gifts under the tree. I had Richards, Shang-Da's, and Jamil's under there. I even had a few for Lilli, Luna, and Maggie, which I haven't decided to take them to the girls, or make them come and get �em. My baby sister, brother, and his girlfriend were coming to visit us for Christmas. Richard and I decided to bring them here, since we won't be spending it with his family after all. We had gotten them gifts as well, wrapping them and placing them under the tree the night before. Richard was at the grocery store, buying food for a Christmas dinner. It was almost lunchtime by the time he returned. I helped him put the groceries away, leaving the turkey in the bottom of the fridge. He took a nap after calling his mother, while I got ready to go pick up my siblings from the airport. Sylvia had let me borrow Bradly, since Jamil was staying at the house and Shang-Da was with Luna. Least that is what he told us; it wouldn't surprise me any if he's up to something. Bradly picked me up around three after I had dressed and made myself look presentable. I was wearing a pair of black boots, pair of blue jeans, and a green cashmere sweater. My hair was left down to frame my face, which I lightly touched up with make-up. I had three earrings in each ear, my choker, and a watch on. We had an hour to get to Lambert-ST. Louis international airport.
Bradly had brought a van, so we could haul all the luggage they will be bringing with them. I kissed Richard, grabbed my purse, put on my duster and left the house. Bradly opened the passenger�s side door for me and I hopped in, fastening my seat belt. He was wearing all black leather to match his long black hair that was pulled back into a ponytail, which went down the middle of his back. His eyes were pitch black and he was white as a ghost. He had both ears, tongue, and eyebrow pierced. He said he had other piercings but I didn't want to know where they were. He had tattoos down both arms and back. Bradly got into the drivers side, starting the engine and pulled out of the drive. Bradly and I pulled into a parking spot of the airport in just under an hour. We got inside and went through the lobby, running to gate six. I saw my brother and hurried over to him. He was 6'ft tall, muscular in a skinny way, with a tan darker than the lightest chocolate. His eyes were the brown of our Indian ancestors and he was bald. Bo had the habit of shaving his head and I don't know why. He sometimes didn't know why he does the things he does. His girlfriend was wrapped around him and I smiled. Danise was Anita's height and build. She had brown eyes and blonde hair. Her skin was a soft tan that looked more like gold then brown. My baby sister was standing my height, maybe an inch or two taller. She has a bigger build than me, and she had a badass temper to match.
They saw me and came running. I was pulled into a big family hug as Bo picked me up off the ground in a bear hug. When he finally put me down again. I hugged the girls and introduced them to Bradly. "Bo, Danise, Marie, this is Bradly. Bradly this is my family," I said.
Bo looked confused and replied, "Hey AJ, I though you said your boyfriends name was Richard."
I rolled my eyes as Bradly tried to keep from laughing, and answered, "Richard's at home sleeping. Bradly is just a friend who agreed to bring me to the airport."
"Oh," said Bo, still looking confused. Danise whacked him in the chest and said, "Good to see you again AJ. I was wondering how you've been. Since it seems we don't hear from you much." She had said the last with a worried look.
"I know, it's been hectic. I'm a teacher and a principle now, so my job takes up most of my time. Plus I have other responsibilities that take up the rest of my time. I've been meaning to write, seriously I have," I answered.
She crossed her arms, glared, and said, "Uh huh, sure."
Bradly took that moment to chime in, "I think we should discuss this on the way to the house. Right now we need to get the bags and get going."
Marie snorted and replied, "That sounds like a good idea. I say we just get out of here. Seems people are starting to stare and then I'll have to go off on their asses."
My eyes bugged out and commented, "Marie Larain, that will be enough of that. I think you and Bradly have a point. We do need to get going. I have a lot to do before the Christmas party."
Bo's face lit up and asked, "You having a party. Why didn't you say so." He grabbed Danise's hand and started running for the luggage carrier.
I started to yell after him that it wasn't my party, but just shook my head instead. He will find out later that it's not my party, but a friend of mine. I didn't tell Maggie, Luna, or Lilli that my family was coming into town. My sister is to young to go, so I'm going to have to find a babysitter. That�s if Richard doesn�t trust her enough to stay by herself. Marie and I followed my brother, while Bradly brought up the rear. By the time we got to the carrier, Bo had all the bags on a trolley and was pushing it toward the doors. The rest of us had to hurry up to catch up to him. Bradly and Bo put the things into the back, while us ladies got into the van. Apparently Bradly had made a pass at Bo, cause he came running around the van, hopping in like a bat out of hell. I was sitting in the front, while Danise and Marie sat in the back seat. Bo wrapped himself around Danise liked he was scared out of his wits. Danise glanced at Bo and said, "Is there a problem Bo."
Bo glared at me, before going off the deep end, "AJ, why didn't you tell me your friend was gay."
I turned around, so he couldn't see me smile and said, "Um because I didn't think it was proper to tell you that in front of strangers. I knew how you would react."
Just then, the man in question had gotten into the driver's seat with a huge grin. I knew then that Bradly purposely made a pass at my baby brother. I glared at him and he just shrugged. He started the engine and we pulled off. Everyone was quiet on the way to mine and Richard�s house. We pulled into the drive around five o'clock. Richard was up and waiting on the porch, with Jamil. Bo was still wrapped around Danise, like she was his life safer. Bradly and I hopped out of the front seats. I opened the side door, while Bradly started unloading the suitcases. Danise had trouble getting Bo out the door, but finally succeeded, when she threatened to cut him off for awhile. He jumped out at that and ran for the front door. I had to follow to keep Jamil from getting the wrong idea. Richard saw Bo coming, with me running after him. Jamil did what I was afraid of and stepped in front of Richard. This move spooked my brother and he jumped into my arms, nearly knocking me to the ground. I was able to stand, with him in my arms, due to my beast's strength. My siblings do not know about my special gifts. Richard and I have kept our secret from them. Mostly for their own protection, now it seems I'm going to have to explain things. Since Danise was giving me the look, that says, 'You've got some explaining to do.'
I dropped my brother and he glanced down at me with pure shock on his face. "AJ are you all right. You seem a little strong for a girl?" He asked.
Richard started snickering and I answered, "I'll tell you when we get inside and you guys settled in."
Bo took me at my work and said, "So you going to introduce us to your other guy friends AJ." With a smile he said, "Should I be telling your boyfriend about all the guys you've got hanging around your house."
Jamil turned and coughed to keep from laughing and Richard just glanced at me with raised eyebrows. I covered my face with my hand, then turned red as my sister came up behind me and asked, "So whose the stud muffins Phoenix."
I saw Richard mouthed Phoenix with a shocked look and just shook my head. I finally got some control and replied, "Marie, Danise, Bo. I would like to introduce you to my fianc� Richard and his friend Jamil. Jamil and Richard this is my brother Bo, his girlfriend Danise, and my baby sister Marie."
There were shocked gasp as my family looked at me, then back up at Richard. "You�re engaged and that�s Richard," croaked Marie.
I shook my head and just smiled. Bo started grinning and was about to make a smart remark when Danise elbowed him in the gut. He doubled over and groaned. Richard smiled down at me, then said, "Shall we finish this inside." Then he looks at Jamil and ordered, "Help Bradly bring in their luggage. We have a lot to discuss with Alex's siblings."
Jamil nodded and went down the stairs to help Bradly, while the rest of us went into the house. Richard was first in and the rest of us followed, he called over his shoulder, "You guys have a seat. I'm going into the kitchen to get something to drink. Anyone else care for something." I asked for a Dr. Pepper, Bo, Danise, and Marie asked for a Coke. He nodded and disappeared behind the kitchen door.
I motioned for them to be seated and they sat down on the couch, waiting for me to say something. They all watched me, while I paced back and forth in front of the TV. Danise got annoyed with it and asked, "Ok AJ. It seems Bo and Marie isn't going to ask, so I am. What's going on with you and what are you keeping from us."
I glanced at Danise and sat down in a chair, when Richard came out with our drinks. "You had better tell them Alex. You don't want them to find out from someone else," said Richard, while handing out the drinks.
Bo raised his eyebrow at me and Marie was getting a little edgy. So I started telling them why I haven't really kept in touch. I told them what had happened the year of the accident and about my real father's family and what I�ve become since then. Told them about all the trouble and things that went along with it. I told them the reason that this wasn't mentioned before was to keep them safe. I was worried about what will happen, if they knew the truth.
My tale took almost three hours to unfold as I sat there watching the expressions of my siblings turn from disbelief to pure shock. Danise felt guilty for making me talk about it, she knew that I was hurting from all this. I could tell by the way she looked at me, that she wished she could take it all back. My brother was the first to speak and surprised me with, "Your a witch and a werewolf. You didn't bother to tell me because, you were afraid for me. Damn AJ, I've dealt with worse shit then this. I'm tough. I can handle it. Besides you shouldn't have gone through it alone. You've always been there for me, now it's time I pay you back and be there for you."
I was on the verge of tears then and Marie came forward to whack me on the head. I glared up at her as she pointed a finger at me and said, "How dare you keep this from us. We are your family, we would have understood. How many times have you heard me or Bo say how cool it would be what you were born as? I don't think there's no other choice but for us to move here. You seriously need family around to lean on, when things gets rough."
Richard nearly choked on his drink and Jamil did that cough in hand thing to keep from laughing. Bradly had already left, so he couldn't add his smart remarks to it. I jumped out of my seat and replied, "I�m more than just a werewolf witch. My father's a vampire for god�s sake and has been for three hundred years. My grandparent's are a mixture of wizard, elf, and vampire, which makes me a mutt. See were I'm going with this." I looked around at all the faces staring back at me.
Danise shook her head and questioned, "AJ, did you really think, we would hate you after knowing about your father's side of the family. So what that your a changling. It doesn�t change who you are on the inside. You�re the sweetest person I know. You go out of your way to help others, especially your family and your friends. Think of all the good you could do, with what you know, instead of letting it get to you, because you think you're going to turn out like the rest of them, cause your not. Your pretty cool." With that she balls her fist up and decks me in the arm.
I sighed and said, "I guess your right. I should have told you a long time ago, but I just wanted to make sure you don't have to worry about being attacked all the time, you know?"
Bo rolled his eyes and stated, "AJ we live in the Bible belt. There are so many damn churches around there that a vampire would be insane to try and take over that city. The closest one, that wouldn't bore them to death would be a city like Richmond or D.C."
I had to laugh at his bore them to death comment. Richard just shook his head at my brother's lack of knowledge. Jamil was just standing there, looking innocent as all ways, but I knew better. He so wanted to say something smart. My siblings and I talked about a lot of things, while Richard sat back and supported me. It was going on seven thirty when I glanced up at the clock. "Oh shit, we had better get a move on it. The party starts in an hour and a half," I stated.
Bo looked around and asked, "AJ, you mean you haven't set up for the party yet."
I glanced at him and said, "The party is at a club in the district. A friend of mine is throwing it."
Bo glared at me, then said, "I'm not invited am I."
Danise took that time to smack him with a pillow and Richard said, "You better explain that one as well Alex. You said you wouldn't keep anymore secrets from them."
I glared at him. He just smiles back and I rolled my eyes. "We didn't know you were going to be here, until after we were invited to the party. The deadline on who all were coming had to be in by last Friday. Mostly due Lilli having to prepare the food and all. So if you have presents that need to go under the tree, you can put them under there now. You and Danise will sleep in the spare bedroom. Marie will sleep on the futon bed, which we have to bring up from downstairs."
Bo started to pout, then whined, "What does putting the presents under the tree have to do with the party and why weren't we invited."
Danise started to giggle at Bo's poutiness and I said, "Oh god another Jason." Then I continued with, "Because Bo, we didn't know you guys were coming until Sunday. Second of all the district is where all the vamps and other weres hang out at. Some of them actually live there. The only human that�s going to be there is Maggie, mostly because she's dating Noah, whose a wereleopard. Does this make any sense."
Bo glared at me then replied, "Yes it all makes perfectly sense AJ. You get to go party and I'm stuck here, with nothing to do."
Richard tried to save me by saying, "But you have the house all to yourselves, if you promise to keep it like it is."
Marie didn't like that idea. "Hey wait just a minute. I'm not going to spend all evening listening to them having sex. I'm an adult, why don't you take them with you and leave me here. I promise nothing will happen to the house."
Bo cheers up and shakes his head, like a bobbing dog saying all the while, "I like Marie's idea better. She can look after herself and I promise not to cause any trouble and get my ass kicked."
Danise groaned and I glanced at her asking, "It's your call Danise. You want to go and see my world or you want to stay here with Marie."
Danise glanced up at me and answered, "I know I'm going to regret this, but sure why not."
"Ok, good. You need to get dress and wear something nice Bo. This is not a formal, but Luna wants no underdressed people there," I stated.
He groaned and said, "Where there be beer there?"
I smiled and answered, "Yes, but just in case you�re carded. I would take your ID's with you.
He made a face and remarked, "All right I'll dress nice. Sheesh what a guys' got to do, to get into a party."
Him and Danise went into the spare bedroom to change their clothes. I was praying that Luna doesn�t have a cow, when I show up with two unexpected guest. Especially when both of them are human. Richard and myself went to our room, showered and got dressed. I slipped into a dark blue dress that came to mid-thigh. It had no sleeves, but a short jacket came with it. It gave it more of a glamorous look. I had blue pumps and a purse to match. My hair was thrown up on top of my head in curls, with two strands falling down the side of my face. I left my make-up as it was, only touching up a few spots here and there. Someone whistled from behind, causing me to turn. Richard was standing there in a pair of brown dress slacks, white button up shirt opened at the neck, and brown loafers. His hair was pulled back from his face in a ponytail. He smiled at me with pearly white teeth and a dimple. I nearly fell to my knees looking at him. He was so sexy, that I just wanted to stay home and eat him alive.
Richard must have known what I was thinking, cause he came and took my hand pulling me into his arms. "Now Alex we have house guest. Besides we have all the time in the world to take care of our needs. Right now we have a party to attend," he said, pulling me toward the door and into the living room.
We were still waiting on Bo and Danise to come out of the other bedroom. Finally after waiting twenty minutes, they came out and I nearly hit the floor. Marie yelled out, "Hurry, quick someone get the camera. This is a Kodak moment."
I couldn't believe my eyes, but somehow Danise got Bo into a pair of black dress pants and a red silk shirt, with a dress jacket thrown over top. He had a pair of black dress shoes on. My baby brother was stylin and profilin and I had to give him some sweat talk, "Hey there handsome, your looking mighty fine. Um um you look good enough to eat."
He glared at me and Danise started laughing and said, "Yes he does. Doesn't he." Danise was looking good too, for she had on an ankle length dress that has no sleeves or straps. But it came with a matching jacket just like mine. Hers was done in a dark purple color and she left her hair down in curls, to frame here face. She wore light make-up, cause she didn't need much with her tan.
Richard stared between the four of us and stated, "Stop giving the poor boy, such a hard time. You three acted like he's never dressed up like this before."
"That�s because he hasn't. Seeing Bo dressed like this is a national event," I commented.
Richard looked over at Bo, who just groaned under his breath and said, "Can we go now, that you've all made me look like a display for a modeling agency."
I busted out in giggles and said, "As soon as Jamil, comes up from downstairs."
The wolf in question must of known that was his cue. He came threw the basement door looking like the million dollar man. He was wearing a three-piece suit, which was in black. I just shook my head and wonder what it was with the color black. He looked good in other colors than black, why does he always dress in that particular one. Richard grabbed my jacket and held it out for me. I slipped into it, as he placed a kiss on my cheek. I glanced out the corner of my eye to see Bo doing the same thing. If I didn't know better I'd say Richard was rubbing off on him already. Jamil was the first to leave the house, followed by Bo and Danise. Richard went next, with me behind. I stopped long enough to give Marie the number where we were going to be, just in case of an emergency. She rolled her eyes and shooed me out the door, closing it behind us. Since there were five of us going, Richard decided to take his blazer. Bo, Jamil, Danise got into the back, while Richard and I rode up in front.
We arrived in the city around eight thirty, then pulled into a parking spot at Danse Macabre around nine. Bo and Danise got a tour of the city and the district on the way in. They were in awe at the nightlife around here. I glanced at Richard wondering if it was such a good idea to have brought them. Richard just shrugged and I nodded. We both knew that they needed to see it, for them to fully understand what our life is all about. The cars were coming in as we got out and headed for the door. We kept my brother and Danise close, showing everyone that they are under our protection. This way they won't get messed with or bothered. Richard held the door opened for Danise, and me then followed us in with Bo on his heals. We stopped in our tracks and glanced around at the decor. Jason wasn't kidding when he said Luna went crazy with the lights.
The wereleopard in question came this way with a big smile on her face, then stopped in her tracks as she looked at us. She glanced at my brother and his girlfriend, then back at us. She pointed at them and asked us, "Whose this? I thought I knew all the were's in town."
Richard snorted which got him a glare from Luna. I pinched him on the butt and he jumped. "This is my baby brother Bo and his girlfriend Danise. They are in town for the holidays," I told her.
Luna just stared and said, "Alex can I talk to you alone, for a moment please."
I nodded then followed her to a corner. She turned around to face me and said, "Alex, they are human. Why did you bring them here,"
I sighed and said, "Luna they are here, because they want to see my world. I've kept them from knowing what I was, because I though it would keep them safe. To tell you the truth I was wrong. They were more upset about me not telling them, then they were of what I am. Bo wanted to come to the party and Danise wanted a tour of my world. So I brought them along, they will be no trouble and they are under mine and Richards protection, which means you will have no trouble from the pack."
She looked at me, then over where Richard was talking with Bo and Danise, before saying, "All right Alex. I will trust your judgment on this." We walked back over to my little group and I introduced Luna to my brother and Danise. "Bo, Danise, this is Luna. She's the one in charge of the party." Luna hugged and kiss my brother and shook Danise�s hand.
She then left to greet the other guest. I escorted Bo and Danise to the booth, while Richard got us some drinks. When he came back, handed everyone their drinks, then whispered to me, "I put the word out about your brother, so we will not have to worry about them being harassed. The pack will know that they are under my protection." I smiled at him and mouthed thank you. Guest started pouring in as we sat there and before long the music began to play. Weres were filling up plates of food and dancing to the music. Bo wanted to get up and go down to the dance floor. To keep an eye on him, Richard and I, along with Danise went down with him. We introduced them to a number of the pack, along with the pard. Anita was shocked, when she found out about Bo and Danise. She gave me an ear full, and then stopped half way through, when she noticed the ring on my finger.
She grabbed a hold of my hand and dragged me into the bathroom. Once there she turned on me and said, "When were you going to tell me about that?" as she pointed at the engagement ring.
"We were going to announce it tonight if we could get everyone's attention, which is hard to due with Godsmack blaring," I stated.
She crossed her arms and glared at me, "When did he propose?"
Anita started to scare me, so I backed up from her, before saying, "Last Friday on my birthday."
It looked like she was going to cry and shoot me at the same time, but she pulled herself together, then said, "What I�m about to say, is not to leave this bathroom. I do have a reputation to keep as St. Louis's badass executioner, but I'm glad it's you that�s marrying him and not some hussy. You've been there for us all, no matter what. It seems you got a bad rep because of your father's family, but I know you better than that and I'm glad Richard has finally realized that to. He needs someone like you in his life."
She then continues to surprise me by giving me a hug, then grabbing my arm and pulling me back into the club. "We have an announcement to make," she stated as she walked toward the stage where the DJ was throwing out the tunes. We found Richard talking to Micah and Bo, while Danise looked on, staying close to my brother. Bo seemed to be having way too much fun, with all this. They all looked over at us both as we rejoined them. Anita looked at Richard and said, "Congratulations on the engagement Richard. If you will excuse me, I have something to do." Richard glanced at me as Anita walked up to the DJ and made him stop the music. As the music died down so did the noise. Everything got quite as the whole club looked toward the stage. Anita was whispering something to the DJ and he nodded. Anita walked back to our group with a smile on her face, just before the DJ came over the speakers, "Ok everyone listen up. I've just been in formed that a lovely couple has an announcement to make, so Richard and Alex could you come up here for a moment please."
Richard glanced at Anita who just smirked at him, before he pulled me up onto the stage. Richard and I both knew what she did and we were glad. Once on stage Richard took the mike from the DJ and glanced out upon the crowd. He pulled me into his arms as he began to speak, "Alex and I wanted to wait until tonight to tell everyone our good news. We would have told you earlier, but we wanted it to be the right time to do it. But it seems Anita has given us no choice but to do it now. Alex and I are engaged to be married."
The club stood still and it was so quite you could hear a pin dropped. Then the pack members began to howl in unison and came running to greet us. They pulled us off stage into hugs of laughter and joy. The hugging and celebrating lasted for five minutes before everyone went back to listening to heavy metal music and partying the night away. Richard and I told Bo we were going back to our table, but we will keep a look out for trouble. Bo rolled his eyes and took Danise off to the dance floor. Richard and I got greetings and congratulations from people, while we sat at our table.
I heard someone mentioned the word presents and I nearly freaked. Richard glanced my way and asked, "Alex what�s wrong?"
"I forgot to bring Maggie, Luna, and Lilli their gifts," I said.
He smiled and replied, "Why don't you invite them to dinner tomorrow night and we can give them their presents then?"
"That�s a good idea, but I'll wait till people start leaving" I said.
Bo and Danise came back with plates of food, they even fixed us one. We sat around and talked until almost midnight. People were starting to leave by then. Soon it was one o'clock and there wasn't many people left. Luna was down on the dance floor with Shang-Da. Lilli was hanging out with Jason, while Maggie tried to get Noah to dance with her. I took that time to go down and talk to them. I stopped by Maggie�s table first and said, "Hey Maggie, Hey Noah. How's it going?"
Maggie smiled up at me and replied, "Hi Alex, not much. Congrats on the engagement."
"Same here," said Noah.
"Thank you guys. Look I've got presents for you guys, but I left them at home. Richard and I were wondering if you want to come over for dinner tomorrow night. I can give them to you then," I asked.
Noah spoke first, "I'm not sure, have to think about it and get back with you on it."
Maggie glared at Noah, but didn't say anything. I just smiled and said, "Ok, well you have our number, so call us."
I left them to their discussion and found Lilli next. "Hey Lilli, how�s it going?"
"Hey Alex. Not much, what�s up besides being engaged in all?" she asked
"Not much except I've got a gift for you but I left it at home. You want to come to dinner at my place tomorrow and I can give it to you then. You don't have to answer now. I know you got family in, in fact so do I. Oh and we need a good third for the pack, do you want to sign up. We can announce it at the next pack meeting and see if anyone wants to go up against you. But I'm sure the position will be yours, if your interested that is," I replied really fast.
She glanced at me with her mouth hanging open. I don't know what I had expected her to say. Yes I do and was hoping it was yes for all questions above. Lilli finally got over her shock and said, "I'll have to get back with you on it. I'm sure it won't be a problem, but I need to talk to my family first."
I smiled at her and answered, "I understand. Take your time and you've got our number so call me, when you have your answer."
I walked off to find Luna and Shang-Da in the middle of the floor. I patted Luna on the shoulder and she just glared at me. "Alex, not now I'm in the middle of something," she stated.
I rolled my eyes and replied, "Look woman I just came by to see if you want to come to dinner tomorrow night. I have a present for you and Shang-Da has all of his there, so I though you could be nice to bring him by for his gifts."
She pulled away from Shang-Da and started thinking, then asked, "Who�s all going to be there?"
I should of known she was going to ask me that. "Well besides Richard, me, Jamil, Bo, Danise, and Marie no one. Unless Maggie can convince Noah to come and if Lilli gets permission from her family that�s in town. I haven't seen Conor or Nahla yet, so I can't ask them. I have presents for them as well. So if you see them ask them for me. Oh yeah and Anita and Micah said they might come over. Told them we got them something as well. We are probably going to head out soon anyway, so you don't have to rush to find them. Just call me and let me know by lunch time tomorrow if you can come," I commented.
She nodded her head and replied, "Ok will do Alex." Then goes back to cuddling Shang-Da like I�d never been there. I smiled then went back to the table, to find Anita and Micah at our table. I smiled at them and sat down to Richard. We talked for a while, before both parties called it a night. Anita had granted my siblings protection as well, so we definitely know that others will think twice before messing with Bo and Danise. Our table said our good-byes to the partygoers on the dance floor, and then walked out together. Richard, Jamil, Bo, Danise, and myself went one way, while Anita and Micah went the other. The drive home was a quiet one and as we entered the house, we found a sleeping little sister curled up on the couch with the TV still on. I left her there, covering her up with a few blankets. Richard turned off the TV, while Danise cleaned up the dirty dishes left on the table. Bo had gone to the spare bedroom, to change out of the dress clothes and Jamil went downstairs to his little make shift bedroom for the night. Richard and I turned in after Danise and Bo did. I crawled out of my clothes and into bed, while Richard did the same. We curled up next to each other and fell asleep.