Part 1 - Colette's point of view of Mickey . She expresses her love for Mickey. The feeling isn't mutual and Colette struggles with that.
Part 2 - Mickey's point of view of Colette's. Mickey has developed some feelings for Colette, but being a married woman, she is not sure of her feelings.
Part 3 - Mickey's husband, Hal point of view. Stuck in between the two women, he tries to deal with the situation and provides an interesting conclusion.

Mickey

The room was dark, gloomy, and heavy with the scent of stale air. There were no sounds except those of sobbing and sniffling. Tissues were spread all over the bed and floor. I grabbed another tissue from the box and after blowing and wiping my nose, threw the wadded up tissue just missing the wastebasket. I laid down on the bed and sobbed. With an increasing need to release my pain I punched my bed and pillow with clenched fists repeatedly until I grew weary. I stared at the ceiling then turned over and grabbed my diary book from the nightstand and began to write.

Dear Diary, June 19th, 2001

I want to share with you what’s been going on. It happened on my best friend’s birthday. I wish it didn’t happen. I couldn’t believe it. How dare I do this or let it happen. Sigh.

On May 23rd, 2001, I was visiting my best friend Mickey. I would be visiting for a couple of days. The 23rd was Mickey’s birthday. Mickey, her husband Hal, and I were planning to go out for dinner to celebrate. Since Hal was at work we decided to wait till he got home. It was still afternoon and the weather was nice. I’d been thinking of seducing Mickey for a long time. She has been my best friend for 20 years. We met each other at the library and joined the reading club. We found we had a lot in common; we loved to ride bikes, play cards, watch tv, hang out with friends, read books. She loved romances and I loved science fictions. We became best friends very quickly soon after we met. We talked on the phone every night after school, sometimes sharing gossip that we heard from school. Everyone thought we shouldn’t be friends because she was older than me. She was 17 and I was 14. She had long black hair and sky blue eyes. Her eyes. Oh they made me melt. She was 5’9”. I didn’t realize how tall she was. I had long blonde hair and green eyes. I am 5’4” I guess I am short. I don’t care.

Anyway, back to the point, that day I wanted to seduce Mickey. She came to me and said “Colette, I am taking a shower. Alright?” I nodded. She went to bathroom and didn’t lock the door. Mmm, why not? I walked to the bathroom door and listened. She was already in the shower. I opened the door slowly and tiptoed in the bathroom and saw her bare-naked in the shower. Mmm Nice tan body. I watched her wash her body with bath gel on the palm of her hand. I wished it was my hands, not hers washing her beautiful body. I took my clothes off my eyes still focused on her. Once I was naked, I walked to the shower and slipped into it quietly. Mickey turned around and gasped. She told me to get out but I kept walking closer to her. She walked backward until her back met with the tiled wall. I raised my hand to Mickey’s cheek and stroked it softly. I moved my other hand to her shoulder and slipped it down to her hand. Mickey jumped and tried to get out but I blocked her exit. I wouldn’t let her go. She said “Colette, Please don’t. We cannot do it. Hal will be home soon!” I didn’t stop… or listen. I knew Hal would not be home till 7. Of course, I was scared and shaking but was so hot for her. I moved my hand from her cheek to back of her neck and pulled her down to kiss her lightly. God, it tasted like ambrosia. It made my knees weak but I fought to stand up. Mickey had stopped trying to pull away and finally started to relax and let it happen. We pulled back a little and looked at each others eyes. Mickey bent down and kissed me passionately. Our hands wrapped tightly around each other’s back. We moaned when our breasts and stomachs touched. It felt so nice and soft. The shower water was still running down on us, but we didn’t feel the water. I rubbed Mickey’s back up and down slowly then slid my hands down to her cheeks and squeezed them nicely. Mickey moaned into the kiss. I pulled back and kissed her chin, then down to her throat where I licked and sucked lightly. “No Hickey.” I moved my hands up to her shoulder then down to the side of her breasts. Mickey groaned and threw her head back while I kissed her throat. I moved down to the valley of the breasts. My hands moved down to her thighs and rubbed the soft wet skin. I bent my knee and knelt down to kiss her stomach and belly button. Mickey put her hands on the shower tiles to hold herself up. I licked and sucked her belly button repeatly then traced my tongue down from her belly button to the pubic hair to kiss and lick it. The scent of her arousal was sweet. I licked my lips and looked up to see Mickey and our eyes met There were no words between us. I locked my eyes on hers while I licked from her pubic hair to her clit. Mickey moaned and jumped, she tried to stand still. Her knees became so weak but I wouldn’t let her fall down. I held her thighs to keep her upright. I licked between the folds and began to suck. Mickey said “uh….. ooooh” I flicked the clit then slipped down to the opening. My tongue went inside and I stroke it in and out a few times. Mickey was ready to have orgasm. I pulled my tongue out of the opening. Mickey said “Noo no no, Please don’t stop. Argh.” I pushed my two fingers into the opening and Mickey gasped loudly, “ooh..ooh.. god it feels so good.. don’t stop…I…I…am coming…” She came strongly and was going to fall down. I pulled my fingers out of her opening and kissed her clit then pulled her down to the shower floor. Mickey collapsed and held me tight. I rocked back and forth and whispering loving words and said “Happy Birthday.” It felt good to hold her. My god she came.

A few minutes later, her eyes met mine. She didn’t say anything, just stared at me. I was wondering if she was mad at me for seduced her in the shower or she was mad at herself for letting it happen. She got up and pulled me up with her and we stood up under the shower water. I hesitated at first but then asked, “Can I wash your back?” Mickey nodded and gave me the bath gel then turned around. I took the bottle and squeezed a small amount of the gel on my palm and put the bottle down at the corner of the shower. I put both hands together and rubbed it to make lather then put it on Mickey’s back and rubbed the soap all over. Mickey’s head bowed under the shower spray. I rubbed her shoulders to her buttocks then her stomach but was stopped by her hands. She turned around. I saw her eyes were puffed. She had been crying. I asked, “Mickey, why are you crying? Did I hurt you?”

Mickey shook her head and said “Why did you do this? I wish it didn’t happen. Why?” I was shocked and stepped away from her and said, “I thought you would love it. It’s your birthday gift from me. We always talked about this. I…I guess I was wrong.” Tears rolled down my cheeks. I jumped out of the shower and grabbed the towel nearby and dried my body. Mickey said “Colette.. Colette.. We need to talk. Please.” I grabbed all my clothes and ran out of the bathroom and into the guest room and closed the door then put the clean clothes on. My god, what have I had done? Oh no, I thought I would lose her for good. I heard the door knock. Mickey asked me to let her in. I wiped the tears off of my cheek and said “come in”. Mickey opened the door and saw me sitting down on the bed. She joined me and looked down at the floor. She took my hands and said “Colette, thank you for this. I love it. I really do but I was afraid that it might ruin our friendship of 20 years. I told you many times that I didn’t want it to happen with you because I always cared for you as my baby sister, not lover or girlfriend. You are my best friend.” Baby sister? I didn’t want to be thought of as baby sister, not by Mickey. what about lover or girlfriend? I sighed and said “I am sorry. I don’t feel as if you are my big sister…. best friend, yes but sister, no. You know I dream about you. Why did you let me do it? Why didn’t you push me away? You wanted it when I kissed you. What made you change your mind?” Mickey stood up and said “well, we have to get ready before Hal comes home.” She walked out of the room. Damn her, she changed the subject. I got up and put my dirty clothes into my suitcase. I took the blow dryer and stood in front of the mirror to dry my hair. I was hurt and confused. I thought she wanted it, now she wished it didn’t happen. Aw man!

I heard voices in other room. Ah Hal came home from work. I walked to the door and opened it slightly. I caught a glimpse of Hal and Mickey. They were kissing and talking. I heard Hal ask Mickey where I was. Mickey told him that I was in the room. Hal nodded and said he has to get a shower, asking Mickey to join him. I gulped and swallowed. Mickey said “oh no, I took one already. Besides, I don’t want to waste our time. Please hurry. I am HUNGRY.” I opened the door and said “Hey Hal, you are home. Better get ready. I heard Mickey’s stomach growling all day.” I looked at Mickey, but she turned away and told Hal to hurry. Hal said “Okay Okay ladies. I am going I am going.” He chuckled and went in the bathroom. Mickey and I stood motionless. I was going to say something but Mickey raised her hand and said “No, not now.” I nodded and walked to the back porch and sat down on the bench. Oh, what have I had done? I sighed. I hope we could talk about it later, maybe after Hal goes to bed. I shook my head.

Hal called my name few times but I wasn’t pay attention. Finally I answered and stood up. “What?” Hal came to me and said “You okay?” I said “Yes, I am fine. Are we ready to go? I am starved.” Hal laughed and said “Lets go my ladies.” Mickey and I looked at Hal and laughed. We took Hal’s truck to the Ground Round for dinner. It was Mickey’s favorite restaurant. We chatted and ate our dinner after that we decided to take a walk on the boardwalk. We walked in heavy silence until we felt it was a time to return to the truck and go home.

We went back home. I went to my guest room and sat down on the bed. It was so quiet tonight. Not many words from Mickey but a lot from Hal. Hal is a sweet guy. I love him as a brother. He’s always there for me whenever I needed to talk. A brother that I never had. He was 6’0”, short dirty blonde hair with brown eyes. He has muscles all over his body, it seems fitting that he owns gym in their town and spends most of his time working there, sometimes even on weekends.

Mickey met Hal at college and they were together for a long time before they decided to get married. Mickey called me and told me that she was getting married. I was so devastated to hear it. I wished it was me instead of Hal. I dreamt for a long time that we could be together.. Mickey asked me to be her maid of honor. I told her yes. She was so excited and I was so happy because she was happy but I cried and cried that Mickey was getting married to someone other than me. Why didn’t I tell her how I felt about her? Why did I wait too long? Maybe it’s not too late to tell her. When Mickey came back to her hometown, I was going to tell her but I had no guts. Seeing the happiness in Mickey’s eyes stopped me and I knew I couldn’t tell her. I gave up, and as much as it hurt, I was there for her the whole time during the wedding, and more.

Now, they are together and I am not with her. ‘sigh’ They are such a lovely couple, and I didn’t want to destroy their marriage so I decided to let it go. I think I should go home the next day. I didn’t want to make Mickey feel uncomfortable. I changed into my PJ’s and went out to see if Mickey might be up and around the house. Sure enough, she was in living room and was talking on the phone with her friend. Before I went to kitchen, I asked Mickey if she wanted anything to drink. She shook her head and waved. I went in and got me a soda and went to the porch to wait for Mickey to get off the phone. I sat down and looked at the backyard and the sky full of the bright stars. I heard the door open and close. I felt the heat of the body behind my back. I couldn’t get up or talk. I didn’t know what to do. Mickey finally spoke, “Colette, the reason I couldn’t talk earlier was because of Hal. I don’t think it’s a good idea for us to continue the affair thing. I can’t. I love Hal very much. I do love you too, but as a best friend or sister. I can’t be your lover. I am sorry… I cannot.” I was speechless and felt the wetness on my cheeks again. I bent my head down to my chest and sobbed. In a few seconds, I stood up and turned around. Mickey wasn’t there. She had just disappeared. Why didn’t I grab her and make her stay with me?

I went back in the house to find her but she had gone to bed. Damn it. I walked to my room and heard them making love in other room. I felt so sick and ran to the bathroom and threw up whatever I had in my stomach for the day. I held my hands on the toilet seat and waited till it stopped. I leaned back and took deep breath, flushed the toilet and got up. I took the wash cloth and put it in the sink, turned on the cold water. I put the cold, wet wash cloth on my face, neck and throat. I looked up to see myself at the mirror and breathed deeply. There was knock on the door that made me jump. “Yeah?” “Are you okay? Collie?” I chuckled at the nickname that Hal called me, replied “Yes Hallie, I am fine. Thanks.” “Okay, good night.” I told him good night and looked back to the mirror and said my to reflection. “Well, Col, it’s up to you. What do you want to do? Or should you go home and forget about what happened? Should you stay here and be miserable for few more days?” I thought about it and decided what I wanted to do. I left the bathroom and went back to my room. I took my suitcase out and packed the clothes. I checked around the room to make sure I didn’t leave anything and went to the bathroom to collect my stuff and went back to the room and put the rest of my stuff in the suitcase then closed it. I laid down on the bed and set the alarm to get up early morning to see Hal before I left then fell asleep.

The alarm woke me the next morning. I shut it off and frowned, my throat hurt from throwing up, my head was throbbing. I pushed myself up and put my feet on the floor. I tried to stay awake but my eyes wouldn’t let me.I waited a few seconds and tried again. Finally, I pushed myself out of the bed to the bathroom to take care of business, then went back to the room to put my clothes on and put away my PJ’s. I heard their voices and knew they were up. I took my suitcase and my purse to the living room. Hal said “Good morning Collie, what’s up with suitcase?” I looked up at Hal and said “Well, I have to go home and take care of my paperwork before I return to work. I cannot stay another day. I am sorry Hallie.” I looked at Mickey, her face was shocked and she seemed stunned that I was going home. I looked back to Hal. Hal said “Aw, I had a plan for you both tonight but I understand. Please call us to let us know that you get home safe. Okay Collie?” I smiled and nodded, “Will do Hallie. I love you big guy” “I love you too, sis. You take care. I gotta go now.” Hal replied before he kissed my cheek then Mickey’s and walked out of the house.

Mickey and I looked at each other for a while until I turned around and took my stuff. I said to Mickey “Um, I have to go. Thanks for letting me stay. I had a nice time. Take care.” I looked down on the floor and walked to the front door to open it but was grabbed by Mickey and turned around to face her. She was so mad, “Why are you doing this? Just walk out of here without saying anything.” I nodded “I thought about what you said last night… I thought well that’s that. You cannot have it or accept it. You had no clue how I felt about you. Did you?” Mickey stepped back a little and shook her head, “No, I had no idea.” I laughed quietly and left the house, heading to the car. I heard screaming “COLETTE. DON’T YOU LEAVE NOW” I almost stopped but I continued to the car. I put my stuff in the car and made the mistake of turning to look at Mickey. She was crying. I forced back the urge to open my arms and invite her in. I jumped inside the car and started it quickly, pulling away before I had the chance to think. I cried all the way home.

We haven’t spoken since her birthday. I hear from Hal at work all the time. Hal wants to know what was going on between us. I told him that Mickey would have to tell him. It wasn’t my place. Hal always mentioned Mickey every time I speak to him. It hurts to hear the name. I don’t know what to do, Diary. Should I call her or should I go and see her? Help me Diary.

I put the pen down and turned my back to the bed and stared at the ceiling. Oh I miss her. I listened to the bird singing, trees moving in the wind, and the cars passing by.

There was a knock at the door. I turned and saw the time it was three minutes after ten pm. I wondered who could be at the door at this hour. A little uncertain, I walked to the front door and looked through the peephole. I gasped and opened the door quickly. Mickey was standing there crying. I pulled her in and held her tightly then pulled back and met her eyes. Mickey smiled and bent down to kiss me. We kissed passionately. Oh my Mickey was back. We walked up to my room.

Girls in Love

The moon was full and bright. The light came through the bedroom window, the curtain was half open, and it was shining on the bed. Mike and I were laying down on the bed snuggled close to each other. He was sleeping, I was awake. The sleepy one mumbled. "Shh Mike.. Shh.. go to sleep" I said. Mike stopped and grabbed my body to hold him. I chuckled lightly and held him. I kissed Mike's head. I looked out of the window, I was thinking of Mickey and Colette. I knew that Mickey was in love with Colette. How did I know Mickey was in love with Colette? I looked back the day of Mickey's birthday.

I came home from work with a dozen roses for Mickey's birthday. Mickey walked up to me and said "Hal, you are home so early." I smiled, "Yes, I wanted to be because my wife is having a birthday dinner and I didnt want to miss it." I was playing around and flirting with her. Mickey decided to do the same thing. She smirked and said "Really, who's she? Do I know her? Can I join?" I laughed and grabbed her, "you silly girl. Happy Birthday honey. Here's the roses" I gave her then but grabbed her to kiss her passionately. She moaned and pulled back. She saw the roses, "Oh Hal, I love them. Thanks honey." I said "Your welcome. Mmm. Where is Collie?" I noticed she stiffened when I mentioned her name. What was going on? I decided to ask her later. Mickey said, "She is in her room." I nodded and said "I am taking a shower. Oh Wanna join me?" Mickey shook her head and said "oh no, I took one already. Besides, I don't want to waste our time. Please hurry. I am HUNGRY." The door opened. I turned around to see Colette. Colette said "Hey Hal, you are home. Better get ready. I heard Mickey's stomach growling all day." I chuckled and turned to Mickey. Mickey turned away from Colette to meet my eyes. She told me to hurry. I said "Okay Okay ladies. I am going. I am going.” I laughed and went to the bathroom. I turned the shower on and slipped in the shower. There was something going on between Colette and Mickey. I had seen Colette's eyes. There was love radiating in her eyes.

I snapped out of it and washed my body and jumped out of the shower to dry then dress up. I walked out of the bathroom. Mickey said "well Hal, you took a shower very fast. I couldn't do that. Damn Hal." We laughed. She walked up and gave me hug. She asked, "Are you ready to go?" I replied, "Yes, I am. Where is Collie?" I felt Mickey's body was stiffen. She pointed to where she was. I nodded and went out to get her. I called Colette few times but she hadn’t heard. Finally she answered and stood up. "What?" I saw Colette's face and her eyes. Her eyes were so sad. Her face was alittle gloomy then she brightened quickly as though nothing was wrong and smiled. I had some suspisions about what was going on between Mickey and Colette. I dropped it for now. I came to her and said "You okay?" She said "Yes, I am fine. Are we ready to go? I am starved. I laughed and said "Let's go my ladies." Colette and Mickey looked at me and laughed. We decided to take my truck to Ground Round for dinner. It was Mickey's favorite restaurant. We chatted and ate our dinner after that we decided to take a walk on the boardwalk. Colette and Mickey hadn't exchanged the conversation all night. They didn't walk beside each other. Mickey was on my left, Colette was on my right. I decided to ask Mickey about it later when we get home. We felt it was a time to return to the truck and go home.

We went home. Colette went to her room. Mickey and I sat down for a while to have a talk about our work and some bills. I told her that I was going to bed. She told me that she was going to make a phone call then join me. I kissed her good night and went to our bedroom. I took the clothes off. I never sleep in my PJ. I alway sleep naked. It was so comfortable, with clothes I never feel so comfortable. They were kinda in my way. I sighed. I took the video tape out from the video cabinet and saw it said "CHEERLEADERS PORNO" I put it in the VCR. I walked to the bed, but I had a second thought. I needed a cup of water. I opened the door. I heard the talking. Ah, Mickey was still talking with her friend on the phone. Where is Colette? Mmm, I tiptoed through the living room to make sure Mickey didn't see me. Mickey said good bye to her friend. She sat there for a few seconds then walked to the back door to see Colette. I knew Colette's bedroom window was near the back porch. I wanted to know what was going on. I walked to Colette's room and stood near the window. There was something that Mickey was saying to Colette. Mickey said "Colette, the reason I couldn't talk earlier was because of Hal. I don't think it's a good idea for us to continue the affair thing. I can't I love Hal very much. I do love you too, but as a best friend or sister. I can't be your lover. I am sorry.. I cannot." Then it was silent. I heard the front door was as it opened and closed. I looked out the window and saw that Colette was crying. I knew right away they are actually in love with each other. I walked back to my room and sat down. The porno video was still running. I wasn't paying attention. I thought it is time to tell Mickey that I am seeing someone else. His name is Mike, I love him. I am not in love with Mickey. I sighed. I heard the toilet flush. I stood up fast and went to the bathroom. The door was closed. I looked at Colette's room. She wasn't there. I knocked on the bathroom door. She said "Yeah?" I asked "Are you okay Collie?" She replied "yes Hallie, I am fine. Thanks." "Okay, good night. She said the same thing. I looked around to see if Mickey was in the room. I bet she was still out in the front. I turned around and went back to the bedroom and slipped under the covers. I fell asleep.

We woke up by the alarm. We groaned and stretched. We said good morning and had some kisses. I asked Mickey if she was okay. She nodded and we took a shower together. We had no time for lovemaking. I was late for a meeting. Mickey went to the kitchen to cook the breakfast. I gathered the paper works from the office and put them in the briefcase, then I walked to the kitchen and sat down to eat my breakfast and drink the coffee.

The door was opening. I turned around and saw Colette come out of the room with her suitcase. Uh oh, it wasn't a good sign. I had to pretend nothing was happening and acted cool. I said "Good morning Collie, what's up with suitcase?” Colette said that she had to go home to do the paperwork before returning to work. I knew it wasn't true. I believed that she was trying to avoid Mickey about what had happened last night during the conversation they had. I noticed that Colette looked at Mickey then back to me fast. I breathed deep and said "Aw, I had a plan for you both tonight but I understand. Please call us to let us know that you get home safe. Okay Collie?" She smiled and nodded, "Will do Hallie. I love you big guy." "I love you too, sis. You take care. I gotta go now." I replied before I kissed Colette's cheek then Mickey's and walked out of the house. I closed the door and stared at it. I went in my car and decided to see if Colette left or stayed. I drove around the corner and parked the car. I got out and walked to the bush at the edge of my yard. I saw Colette come out of the house. True enough, she was leaving. "COLETTE. DON'T YOU LEAVE NOW." I looked at the person who screamed it. It was Mickey. She was crying really hard. My goodness, they truely were in love so deeply. Mickey didn't see it. I looked at Colette. It looked like Colette didn't want to stay. She jumped in the car and took off really fast. I looked back to Mickey. She collapsed on her knees and cried. I held my breathe and exhaled. I stayed and watched Mickey. She got up and walked back to the house and closed the door. My heartfelt compassion goes to both of them. I wished I could get them back together. I thought I have some idea. I turned around and went back to my car and went to work.

I went home after work. I was hoping that Mickey would be okay. I went in the house and it was dark. No dinner, no Mickey, no music. Where was she? I went to the bedroom. Mickey was laying on the bed and staring at the window. I walked around the bed and saw Mickey's eyes were so puffed and red. I kneeled down on the floor and said "Hey Mickey, you okay?" Mickey didn't respond. I decided to leave her alone. I got up and walked out of the bedroom. I went to kitchen and saw the leftover breakfast on the stove. I sighed. I took the old breakfast and dumped it in the trash. I took the pasta out of the cabinet and took the pot to fill up with water, then put it on the stove. A few minutes later, the pasta was ready. I added the tomato sauce. I put the dinner on the table and had drinks too. I went back to the bedroom and told Mickey the dinner was ready. She didn't respond to me. I shook her shoulders and said "Hey, you need to eat. Come on, get up." Mickey finally responded, "I don't want to eat." I said "You have to. You haven’t eaten since breakfast. I made your favorite dinner. Come on. Please" Mickey looked up at me and smiled, "Alright let me clean up and meet you there." I smiled back, "Good, Hurry before the dinner gets cold." She got herself cleaned up and ate the dinner. She said she was going to wash the dishes. I told her that I was willing to help but the phone rang. I went to living room and picked up the phone, "Hello?" "Hey Hallie" "Hey Collie, everything okay?" "Yes, I got home safe." I turned around and saw Mickey standing there watching me. I said to Colette, "Hey do you want to talk to Mickey?" Mickey shook her head fast. Colette said "Oh no, just let her know that I got home safe. I am tired. okay? I gotta go now. I love you both. I will talk to you soon. Have a good night" I said sadly, "Alright Collie, We love you and please keep in touch. Have a good night." We hung up the phone. I turned back to Mickey and said "Hey, you don't want to talk to her. How come?" Mickey hestitated. I was hoping she would tell me but she said "Oh, not tonight. I wasn't in the mood to talk to her." I nodded and told her that I had to do some paperwork. She said okay. I went to the office.

I talked to Colette almost every 3 days for a month. I tried to get them together and tried to get them to tell me what was going on. They kept saying nothing. Colette kept telling me that Mickey had to tell me instead of her. I was so tired and fed up.

Finally the time had come, I decided to tell Mickey the truth about seeing someone. I went to Mickey's work. Her secretary, Gail said go ahead. I knocked the door. I heard her say come in. Mickey was happy to see me. She got up and walked to me and gave me hugs. I held her for a few seconds then let her go. I said "Hey Mickey, I thought I would stop by and see how you are doing." She said "Hal, I am glad you are here. I am alright" She gave me kisses and hugs again. I knew she was lying. I asked her again "Are you sure you are okay? I've been worried sick about you since Colette left." She stiffened, "I am okay. Really" She went back to her chair but I pulled her back and walked to the sofa, we sat down and held each other. I looked at her and said "I think I know what was going on." She turned around and said "what are you talking about?" I cleared my throat and asked "Mickey, Let me ask you something. Okay? She nodded and let me continue. I asked "Are you in love with Colette?" Whoa, It felt so good to say it. I hoped I’d done the right thing. I looked at Mickey. She stood up fast and walked up to the window then turned around and leaned back on the windowsill. Boy, she was stunned and speechless. Was I wrong about her being love with Colette? I tried again. I would have to push her till she told me the truth.

I stood up and walked to her and said "Are you?" She looked up and met my eyes. I asked again "Well, are you?" She was starting to get pissed and said, "Hal, stop asking me. You know I love you so much. I couldn't be in love with Colette." I shook my head and smiled. "I think you are fool for not being able to see how you feel for Colette." I watched her facial expression, she was thinking if it was true or not. I waited, ah finally she realized she was in love with Colette. She looked up at me. I smiled. She gulped and looked down at the floor.

I pulled her chin to meet my eyes. I asked "Mickey, are you in love with her?" She was shaking and stuttered, "I..I..I am. I.a..a..am sorry. Hal" I grabbed her and held her, "Don't be sorry. I knew you were in love with her. Why didn't you tell me?" She pulled back and replied "Hal, you know I love you and didn't want to hurt our marriage" I nodded, "I want to talk to you about it. Come with me to sit down on the couch." She said "Hal, what is going on?" I said "Come on" We went back to the couch and sat down. I said "Alright, do you think we got married for the wrong reason?" She was stunned, "Hal, what are you talking about?" I sighed, "Mickey, are you in love with me?" I waited to see if she thought that I was right about the marriage. I decided to add something else and said "Just because I am not in love with you too. So, do you think we got married for the wrong reason?" Mickey's face showed me that she was so shocked to hear what I had to say. She shook her head and met my eyes, and replied "Hal, I think we got married for the wrong reason. I also am not in love with you. Hal, what is going on here?" I nodded and said "I know what is wrong with us. You are in love with Colette and I am in love with Mike." I smiled because Mickey's eyes widened. She said "Mike? You and him?" I grinned and said "Yes" She smirked and said "wow, I am confused but are you happy?" My smile widened and I said "Oh yes, I am. I think you would be happy if you were with Colette. Why don't you go and see her?" She shook her head and said "No, I don't think she wants me." I laughed "How do you know?" She looked at me. I nodded. She smiled and hugged me really hard, "Thanks Hal I better get going and see her" I told her to be careful and tell Colette that I said Hello. She said okay and grabbed her stuff and left. She left me in her office.. I chuckled. Gail came in and said "Is everything okay?" I laughed and said "Oh yes, things are fine. Don't worry. Good night Gail." Gail said good night. I walked out of the building. I stood on the middle of the sidewalk and looked around me and looked up at the sky. Ah, It’s a full moon. Mmm. Perfect night for Colette and Mickey and also for me and Mike. Ah, I knew I’d better get home and have a snuggle with Mike in bed. Mmm I left.

I felt movements from Mike. I looked down and saw Mike's eyes staring back to me. I whispered "Hey Mike" Mike smiled "What are you thinking?" I replied "Oh Mickey and Colette" with eye brows raised. Mike said "Mmm, I hope things are okay with them." I said "Me too. Let’s get to sleep. We have a long day tomorrow. Good night sweet." Mike snuggled next to me and said "Good night hunbun." We fell into morpheus.

The End