Thoughts of Jo preoccupied Verin as he and Celeste rode the elevator up to their floor. He only needed to collect some clothes from the hotel before he was due at Jo and Jackie’s apartment. The previous night played over his mind. Yes, Jo had said she wasn’t sure yet, but the way they connected gave him hope. Her body’s response to his… She had been so open with him, and he craved more. Staying with them in their own home felt like a big step in the right direction. His confidence in their relationship had lifted–a complete 180 from only a couple of nights ago, which boosted his spirits. He fairly soared, he felt so elated. “You’re pretty hot with your women,” Celeste commented as they left the lift. Verin just smiled. He led the way and opened the door for her. As he stepped in behind

