Before you go

As Paolo disengaged from Livia and started get dressed prior to leaving, she said.

“This has been lovely Paolo. Far better than I had expected. You are a surprisingly considerate lover. Thank you.”

Despite her compliment and thanks, Livia wasn’t about to change her mind and let him stay the night. She needed to keep him wanting more. She wanted more too though, but not in the same way.

“Paolo,” she said, “I don’t suppose you could help me with Terry’s funeral arrangements could you? It’s not something I’ve ever needed to do.”

“Of course,” he agreed, “whatever you need.”