In Love, Never Say Never

Marcus looked at me directly. “I already gave you the answer.”

His answer dashed my fantasies. “Oh, ok.”

You look alike, but you’re not the same.

This whole mess is because of my face.

“Are you disappointed?” Marcus hit the nail on the head.

I shook my head, hiding my true feelings. “No, I’m glad it’s resolved. I don’t have to worry about this anymore; it’s a relief. I only regret that I’m not Gregory’s mother.”

Marcus said jokingly, “If you’ve changed your mind about kids, I’m always ready to make a baby with you.”

“Pfft.” I rolled my eyes and snatched the water out of his hands. “You’re still trying to take advantage of me after admitting that you’ve been lying to me for years? Don’t make me kick you to the curb!”

Marcus’ head injury didn’t stop him from using his arm. He held his glass easily as he whined, “You’re going to treat a patient like this?”

I glared at him and dropped the subject.

returned, that didn’t mean I was a muddled

too many mysteries surrounding Marcus. I would unravel them

the hospital. That was proof enough that he didn’t bear any ill will toward

meal, Marcus soon fell into a deep sleep. I left to get some fresh air in

just as I sat

the caller was my cold neighbor. This sort

He was sound

I picked up the call. “Hello,

drifted through the receiver.

doubt that this was

was unique, cold like the lakes in late autumn with an inexplicable charisma. It was easy

didn’t expect someone as

nerves. “Mr. Fuller, how can I help

paternity test with Gregory. I’ll send someone

was already used to

once more. “My friend is alone in the hospital, and I

to completely ignore my request as he talked over me impatiently, “Ms. Stovall, do you know how many thousands of people are