They were so pleased with themselves that they didn't give a lot of thought to the other changes. Even the few things they did think about seemed so i...nconsequential."Ed, I very pleased with the contract you've put together. I want to thank you for that." There are better ways to thank me, I dare say." Holding up his hand to keep her from saying anything, he continued. "I know you are protecting your niece, Debra. I want you to feel obligated to me. It's time we started seeing more of each. “To discuss your options,” the snotling says.“I think whether or not I decide to marry Steven is my choice,” she says with a scowl.“That is your choice, but I have another one for you.” The creature sits up and puts the bottle on the coffee table. “I can give you one chance, and one chance only, to go back to your life. Reverse it all.” He waves his hands through the air as if performing magic. “None of this will have ever happened.”“I thought you said you couldn’t do that?” the teenager. One of the twins, I think it was Katie, squealed as she pulled the door open, grabbing me in an embrace “Emma! Ohmygod I’m so glad you’re here! Come on, come in, do you want a beer?”I was taken aback, I didn’t know exactly how to react, either to the sudden hug or to the offer. I gently extracted myself from her grip “Uh no, thank you, just…I’ll have a soda if that’s okay” I said, following her into the house. It was an old building, set back from the road behind hedges. The sort of classic. I am just a simple working girl like everyone else here. I know you and Rose are seeking my affection. By the rate you're going now, your chances are slim to none. I am not a prize to be won!"Layla seemed to feel bad for what she said, lowering her head and sniffling a little. Seeing this, Karly began to feel bad for getting mad at her. It felt like Layla was trying to make her feel guilty, which was her weakest and most vulnerable spot.From her office, Rose watched Layla trying to manipulate.