CHAPTER 31
Sun pours in through sheers hanging straight down, no puff of air in sight. Lary opens her eyes, smiling at the faded flowery wallpaper chosen long ago by Patricia. Her sister-in-law had loved all things old-fashioned and antique, hence her attraction to Roger.
Manuel lies on one side facing away from her, a light snore lifting his shoulders up and down. His back is magnificent: strong, smooth, and golden.
Ever so lightly, she runs a finger down his spine, feeling her own respond with tingles. Life is perfect. Maybe today she will take Manuel down to the waterfront. They could have a little lunch on the island. In the afternoon, they might take a stroll along the beach ….
Popcorn! Popcorn! She scrambles out of bed like a shot from a 22. Racing back to her own room, she throw
