EJ shook her head, crawled back into the bed, and buried her face in the pillow.
Charlie slid in behind her and softly said, “I’m sorry you’re feeling so mixed up. I should have waited.”
“No. I just was surprised.” EJ shifted toward Charlie. “I feel so close to you. I liked it.”
“I’m very glad that you did. I’m so happy you’re home and safe.” She tenderly rested her arm over EJ.
“Have you had other women as a lover before?”
“Yes.”
“Do other women have a woman for a companion?”
“Of course.”
“Do you know any of these women?”
“I’ve met some casually. Most people are quite discreet, and I’d venture that no one knows.”
“I don’t understand why.”
“Why what?”
“Why do I feel this way, about you, about what just happened?”
Charlie looked at her blankly. EJ ran her hand through her hair
