"Let's go inside," I offered. Keeping upbeat was key; a crying woman on my stoop would suck. As we entered the apartment and I was putting my bike aside, Odette made for the bedroom.
"Odette, we need to get something straight," I called out. She didn't stop. "I have a date with another women tonight." That did the trick.
"Did I do something wrong?" she gulped as she turned around and stared at me.
"What?" I feigned surprise. I've been here before. "No! Why would you think that? Odette, you are wonderful." I walked to her and she came into my arms. Pig. Dog. Take your pick.
"Why are you dumping me then?" Odette looked up, tears in her eyes.
"I thought you would be dumping me," I reversed things. "I'm the one not ready for commitment. I am afraid you have been far better for me than I'v
