#Chapter 25: Sally's Story

"I feel more confident, that's for sure," I said into my cellphone to Cathy, trying to keep my voice down, facing the window of my cubicle. "He made me feel good about what I can do." There was a brief silence on the phone from my best friend. "You're a grown woman, Elena, and I know you don't take guff from anyone, but I'm still worried about you. Having someone follow you..." "We don't know for sure that's what was happening," I said. "I know. And I know you feel better about it now, but I just want to ask you as a friend not to take any unnecessary risks." "I promise. Thanks for caring about me Cathy." Her voice went softer. "Of course, Elena. Now, tell me more about this hot workout Charles gave you." "Cathy!" "You two were wrestling and sweating all over each other..." "Cathy!" "Don't try to play me, Elena. I can hear it in your voice." My mind went to how his body felt when he was pressing into my back, his arm around my shoulders and neck, about how