And,’ added Steve. ‘You’re a very attractive woman and you don’t need to look like anyone else. You’ll find the right guy.’ Gwen looked qu...estioningly at Steve when he and Ashley returned to the classroom. Steve shrugged and mouthed the word ‘later’ as Ashley explained to the class how she had bumped into a set of weights at the gym over the weekend and blackened her eye. She took some good natured ribbing from that explanation for a little while and then class began. Steve waited for Gwen after. Jake just as skillfully led them back near their table. Thankfully, the song ended and the band took a break. Jake held Vivian’s arm and escorted her back to the table. Chip was not at the table and Melissa had not returned. Jake scanned the room and saw Chip, Melissa, and Debbie by the ladies room. Debbie appeared to be trying to get Chips hand off her arm and Melissa was talking furiously. Jake hurried over to them. By now, both Debbie and Melissa were crying.“Let her go, shithead,” Jake said. He said, "I really don't want him to think I'm going behind his back."Elizabeth wasn't used to being told no. but she knew Jerry was right. She knew how close they were as friends. She didn't want to have to sneak out to see Jerry. Better to wait and let her father know first.They kissed again, and Jerry left.He floated out to the car. Jerry was happy beyond words, Elizabeth actually liked him. When Harold got back, Jerry asked him if he could see Elizabeth on a regular basis.Harold gave Jerry. .. not sure Uncle Rich. I don't really remember getting back to the room last night. I'm not sure what happened." She looked scared.Richard exchanged a look with Perry.His brother-in-law nodded. They'd need to keep an eye on the drinking as the kids approached college-age.How ironic. Worrying about drinking when your kids are boinking each other daily. Snort.Suki walked up. She pulled Richard aside."I have news."He invited her to continue."It's not one hundred percent, but we're pretty sure.