James, feeling uneasy, pushed Delilah off his arm and got out of bed. Delilah, who was already terrified, gazed in awe and wonder at James.

"Leave before I change my mind. Here, take this necklace!" said James half-curtly. He returned Delilah's necklace. Delilah took off her necklace while still staring at James. She sprang to her feet and bolted from the room.

James remained standing next to the bed. He had planned to have a sexual encounter with Delilah. This, however, did not ...