"That's exactly what Mike said that night at The Mariner." Wow. And my mother's not even a psychologist," I laughed. "Ed, get your car keys. You need ...to do this." Not by myself." OK," I agreed. He went to get the car keys."Natalie?" His mother said. "You're a miracle worker." Just giving back what I've already gotten, that's all," I smiled.Chapter Twenty-Three - EdI couldn't believe I was doing this. I couldn't believe it. Part of me was screaming in terror at just the thought.But I was doing. I watched with a building excitement as the other girlreached up and pulled the security gate down from above, leaving a sixinch gap. I felt myself virtually ooze between my legs as I saw thatthe gate was not widely spaced bars or chains but a solid surface likea garage door. No one would be able to see in except near the floor.Tommy looked me with undisguised lust. He questioned me silently,mouthing the words, “Is this for real?” I merely shrugged, notletting him on. He pays attention to me only when I have to be fed, toileted, or fucked. At all other times I just lie on the floor, alone with my darkness and my unhappy thoughts. I have less and less of them, though. What should I think about? And why should I think at all? I can’t break free from this hell. I don’t know when (and if) he’s going to free me. I don’t even know if anyone’s looking for me. Probably not. Too many days have passed. Too many dark and painful days, measured only by portions of dog. "Are you serious? This was your plan all along?" Caleb was shocked."Do you really think I had a business meeting that lasted until 8:30 at night? I had to figure out a way to get you alone." Anthony said with a wink."Dude! Well...it worked!" Caleb couldn't believe what he was hearing but he found himself getting turned on just thinking about it again. "Ready to blow this joint and head back to my place?" More like are you ready to blow me?" Anthony grinned.They paid for their supper and.