That’s how he said his goodbyes. I was really worried about Bob. At Christmas he showed up at Kim’s and bought everyone gift certificates, even me.... I watched him the whole day. He even played games with the grandkids. I knew something was wrong but he wouldn’t talk to me. He called all the kids and even me to wish us a Happy New Year. I wished him one too and told him I loved him. Two days later I got the call from Linda saying Bob was dying and was in the University Hospital. I called Tom’s. Influenced by Alcohol I spotted a couple making love in the hallway. They stopped in shock as they took in my appearance and followed me into the living room intrigued. The music stopped as I was led in and everyone’s eyes fell on me. I looked down to the floor unable to meet their gaze, humiliated in the complete silence. ?Hey Guys? Gemma announced. ?Lily here has agreed to be our entertainment for the evening. DJ if you would be so kind to keep the music at a lower level for the rest. ''What?' said Poppy, turning towards him, still chewing.'We do not tolerate bad manners here Poppy, this is not a good first impression. You clearly haven't read our behaviour policy - there is no chewing gum allowed. Maisy the bin please.' Maisy brought her a bin and she reluctantly spat out her gum.'Maisy - you're going to do a tour for Poppy later I believe, show her around and make her feel at home in her dorm room? I need to have a chat and initiate Poppy into some of our procedures and. ’ Oh, well, that was,,,, oh wow. I thought of something. ‘You were employed by Uncle Mark, so what is your status now?’ Jody answered ‘Technically we are paid up till the end of the month, if you want us to we can leave then. I suspect you might be interested in keeping us on – maybe for a while longer?’ ‘PLEASE, you’re all hired, I hope you’ll stay. OH, you all got some money from Uncle Mark, you don’t need to stay. PLEASE, we’ll double your salary, please don’t leave us alone.’ ‘It’s ok,.
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