we knew what he was about to do . he had n't forgotten how to pleasure her . his sharp words were a cruel reminder that she would never be in his league . anger burned hot in her gut . she had already lost too many people to believe that love , or life , lasted forever . when they catch them , it will be the end of the world . i grabbed a pillow and lay next to her , head to toe . this woman was starting to go off the deep end . 