Teaching Shannon part24
She made no response, so I continued, in a tone as uncompromising-
sounding as I could, in my nervousness, adopt. “I’m only interested
in what I said.” She stayed silent, so I went on. “I’ll give you
twenty-four hours to decide. If you’re not here tomorrow night at
this time, I’ll assume that you’re not interested.” I was amazed at
my ability to maintain a facade of self-assurance, though of course my
heart was trembling with anxiety at each word. Of course I did not mean
it about the twenty-four-hour limit; I was just trying to pressure her.
Having now had a few minutes to take it all in, she was ready
with her response, which was indignant. “I won’t be here. You can
forget it.” Her voice shook slightly as she said angrily, “You know what?
You’re crazy. I’m sorry I ever even thought of having sex with you.”
She got up to leave, but I stood up and blocked her way. Having gone
…End of the part24. To be continued..