"I appreciate it. And thanks for inviting us tonight. It was great seeing all the kids and their parents again." I shook David's hand, and Lori hugged... me as David wrapped Kayla up in his long arms and hugged her. Lori gave me a surreptitious kiss on the cheek as she whispered softly in my ear, "She's wonderful, Sean. I'm so happy for both of you."Her eyes were glistening when we finally separated. I nodded to her, unable to say a word. I knew how lucky I was.It was still a relatively warm. "This is probably not the moment for your brand of humor, dear," Betsy warned him."It's a tough situation," I said, trying to get my friends to understand some of the thin lines involved. "I mean, I'm interested in Shirley as a woman, and, yes, as a potential lover. And maybe that interest really is influenced by the racy photos and all. It probably is; God knows the pictures are -- provocative. But it's not like I'm just looking to get into her pants. I'd like to explore a serious relationship. (Houji falls to his knees.)Houji: He didn't lose! He did not lose! Lord Shishio cannot lose!(Screaming, he runs from the platform.)Aoshi: He's gone mad... (Yumi's watch drops to the floor as Kenshin collapses.)Sanosuke: Kenshin!(The heavy iron doors creak shut.)Sanosuke (pounding on the door): Dammit! That pointy-eyed bastard! It won't open! Even if I could use the Futae no Kiwami, they're too thick--Aoshi (remembering Shishio's words to him): After the Amakakeru Ryuu no Hirameki, your. Then, out of nowhere, he said, DAMN! Its so fucking hot in here! I started laughing at this, because Clay very rarely cursed in front of me or anyone. I apologized for laughing, and told him that I got so hot, I had to take off my usual t-shirt and shorts that I wore to bed. He assured me that it wasnt a problem, and if I didnt mind, he would strip down also. Well…much to my surprise, Clay did not wear underwear, so when he crawled into bed next to me, he was stark naked! The room was dark, but.