I was thinking about Shantel and her father as I lay on my bed naked when Larry walked in. There was something about him that looked unsettled and worried. I know Larry, his feelings for me were always true and unique. He does not interfere in how I do things but would only suggest, and that is on a few occasions.

“What’s troubling you?” I asked him.

“First, Cassie put on some clothes,” Larry said.

“Why? You have always seen me naked. What changed?” I asked, smiling at ...