Initially, Chloe had determined that if Horrace didn’t make the first move, she would sever ties with him entirely and put an end to her emotional distress.

But as she lay alone in her apartment, those nagging thoughts and fears wouldn’t leave her alone. That awful feeling of being physically drained yet mentally wired—it was unbearable.

Loraine’s words suddenly echoed in her mind: ‘Bring your boyfriend to see me…’

Before she could stop herself, Chloe dialed ...