Coma
written by:
DG Hear

Coma By DG Hear

This could go into a number of categories. A big thank you to Linda62953 for editing this story for me.

Chapter 1

I woke up and suddenly realized I had no idea where I was. I looked around the room and it looked like a hospital room. What was I doing here? Was I dreaming? I tried to sit up and fell back down due to being dizzy. I quickly found the nurses buzzer and pressed it at least a half dozen times. A nurse came running into my room, "You're awake! Oh my God!" she looked nervous as she grabbed her phone and called in the doctor before I could even say anything.

"Where am I? What's happened to me? How did I get here, I can't remember anything!" I screamed out.

"Just stay calm Mr. Wright, the doctor is on his way. He'll explain everything to you. You were in an accident," she seemed nervous, but I didn't know why.

The doctor came in and I quickly asked him the same questions. He told me to calm down and said he would answer my questions as soon as he ran a few tests. He squeezed my hands and asked me if I could feel it. He then pricked my feet and toes. I pulled back saying, "Ouch!" It made the doctor smile. I had to wonder if he was a sadist or something, smiling that he caused pain.

"Mr. Wright, you were in a car accident and have been in a coma. I have a few questions to ask you. What do you think the date is today?"

"What does that have to do with anything? I believe it's December 23. Why are you asking me this?"

"I'll explain it to you in a few minutes but I need to ask you a few more questions. "What is the last thing you remember?"

"I'm not sure what you mean. I remember being in my office and I think I got in my car last night, but I can't remember why. Where's my wife Julie? I think I remember her singing and she kissed me goodnight. Wait, that might have been a dream. Damn! I can't remember. Get my wife please; maybe she can help me here."

"Mr. Wright, the date is March 29, 2014. You've been in a coma since Dec. 22, 2013. You were in a terrible accident and have been in a coma since you arrived."

"Why can't I remember anything?"

"It takes time. It will come back to you. Our brains sometimes block out tragic events. You just woke up, after all."

"What else can you tell me?"

"Mr. Wright, Annie, your caregiver will be in within the hour. She's been with you since the night you arrived at the hospital. She'll also call the people you want contacted. She can probably explain things to you better than anyone."

"Who is she and what is a "caregiver"?"

"She's a registered nurse. A nurse is assigned to coma patients to take care of their needs, whatever they need. Annie volunteered to be your caregiver." As he was talking, a cute nurse walked in the room. "Oh, here's Annie now."

"Hi Justin, I came in the moment I heard you'd woke up." She actually had tears in her eyes. The doctor told me he would see me later and quickly left the room.

"I know you! We went to the same college, didn't we? Your name is Annette. How come I can remember you, but not what I last did? Can you tell me what happened and contact my wife Julie and my parents?"

"I'll tell you all that I know. First of all, I contacted your parents already and they'll be here first thing in the morning. I called your wife and left her a message on her phone. I'll try to explain what I can to you, but we need to take it slow."

I spoke first, "You were my lab partner in science. I remember us working on projects together. I liked you; you were so much fun to be around. I remember us always talking. I believe I had a light crush on you but I was going with Julie at the time. I remember hugging and kissing you after we won the science award. I was so happy. Am I right?"

"Yes," she smiled at me. We were lab partners and friends. Julie didn't like it and in no uncertain terms told me to keep away from you; that you were her boyfriend. You ran with a different crowd than I did. Eventually you asked Julie to marry you. That's about it."

"I'm sorry; I didn't know she'd said that to you. You should have told me."

"Told you what? ‘Your girlfriend said to stay away from you.' We were just friends. I wasn't going to mess up your relationship. Besides, that's water under the bridge, it was two years ago. We both went on with our lives. You married Julie and I got my nursing degree."

"Why did you volunteer to be my caregiver? The doctor said you volunteered."

She had tears in her eyes. "I was on duty when you were brought in. You were in a single car accident. According to witnesses, you and another car almost wrecked. The roads were icy and you turned to avoid hitting the other vehicle and went over an embankment. Your car rolled over at least three times, pinning you inside.

"The EMT's said you were unconscious when they arrived. They cut your seatbelts and pulled you out. When they pulled into the emergency entrance, you were covered in blood. You had a big gash on the side of your forehead and the blood covered your face." I reached up and felt a scar near my hairline.

She continued, "It's healed pretty well now. Your whole body was x-rayed and no one could believe that nothing was broken, but you were badly bruised, both inside and out. You did lose a lot of blood. After you were sewn up and x-rayed, they brought you to the ICU. After two days of not waking up, you were taken to a private room where I offered to be your caregiver. I'm so happy to see you made it through." She was crying and excused herself.

Annie came back a few minutes later after composing herself and I asked her what happens next. She told me I would have to undergo therapy to help build my arms and leg strength back up. I noticed I had a catheter in and asked when it could be removed.

"As soon as you're able to walk to the bathroom, using a walker. It may be a few days. You will start therapy today. You're going to have to try to be patient; it may take awhile. Tony will be in to see you about your therapy. Anything else I can help you with?" She said with a very beautiful smile.

"Can you tell me more about Julie? How often has she been here to see me?"

"Justin, I prefer not to talk to you about Julie, if you don't mind. Your parents can discuss it with you tomorrow."

"Why? Please, just tell me if she has been here to see me," I almost begged, but I wasn‘t sure why.

"She came in the afternoon, the day after your accident. She stayed maybe fifteen minutes, argued with your parents and then left. There was an older man she called ‘Rob' who waited for her in the visitors lounge. She stopped by a few times the first couple of weeks. She argued about your care with the administrators. After that, she came in maybe once a month looked at you and left. I'm sorry but I won't lie to you."

"Thank you for being honest with me. Is there any chance I can get something to drink? My mouth and throat are really dry."

She poured me a small glass of cold water and told me just to sip it. She also ordered me in a ginger ale but told me to drink it slowly. I was told I had been fed intravenously for the last three months and my stomach has to be retrained starting with soups and soft foods.

The doctor came back in and ran a few more tests. He told me everything was looking good and that I was a very lucky man. I sure didn't feel that lucky, laying there in bed. He was interested in my memory of what I thought were dreams. He said very few coma patients who woke up ever mentioned having dreams.

"I don't know Doc, I remember hearing someone singing and reading to me. I assumed it was my wife. I have this song in my head that I heard repeatedly. Right now I can't even remember what it was."

"Things will come back little by little. It may take awhile." Again, he told me what a lucky man I was.

****

I must have fallen asleep and was woken up by Tony, the physical therapist. "Hey there Justin, nice to see you awake. I'm Tony and I'll help you get those muscles back in shape."

"What do I need to do?" I asked.

"For today, you'll be taking it pretty easy. I'm hanging a bar above your head and all you have to do is reach up and hold on to it. Hopefully you'll be able to pull yourself up into a sitting position."

I did as he suggested. It was harder than I thought it would be, but I did it. "You don't have to do it all at once. Take your time and pretend you're doing pull ups. That's it, good job. I'd like you to do that on and off, all day. Don't over do it; your muscles will get sore."

Needless to say, I overdid it and my arms ached. Annie came in with a lotion for aches and pains and rubbed it on my arms. "I knew you'd overdo it," she said as she smiled at me.

She helped me sit up and I was able to eat some soup. I have to admit my arms hurt but I had to play a little macho in front of Annie. I knew she'd seen right through my charade when she shook her head.

The next morning Tony was back with a wheelchair. "Annie said you overdid it yesterday. How do you feel this morning?"

"I'm ok, but my arms still ache a little," I replied.

"Well, we're going to get you to stand today. Hopefully you can help hold yourself up. That's why I wanted you to exercise your arms yesterday." He helped me into the wheelchair and we went down to the gym. That's what Tony liked to call it. All it was was a small exercise room.

He helped me stand up and I wrapped my arms around the two bars. Wow, it hurt like hell trying to hold myself up. After about a minute, I had to sit back down. Tony would let me rest for a couple of minutes and then I would have to stand again. This went on for a good hour. It was becoming easier and I even smiled. As I exercised, Tony and I talked.

"How well do you know Annie?" I asked.

"She's been here about two years. She has to be the nicest woman alive. Everyone loves her," Tony replied.

"Have you dated her?" I asked.

"We went out with a group from the hospital, but I've never been with her one on one, even though I've asked her out. She's a very good friend and I'd do anything for her."

"Does she date?" I asked.

"She's been out with a few interns but there's no one serious. I think she was in love with a guy she went to college with and when he left her, she took it hard. I can't believe anyone would be dumb enough to leave her. She mentioned that you went to the same college. Do you know the guy who was stupid enough to leave her?"

I wondered who it might have been. I didn‘t remember her dating anyone. The few parties I saw her at she was with girlfriends. I replied to Tony, "No, we ran in different circles, but we were lab partners. She sure has a great personality and she isn't hard on the eyes either." We both laughed.

To describe Annie; she was really cute. Usually wore her hair in a ponytail. She looked young for her age. I would say she was about five-one and maybe a hundred and fifteen pounds. I was really surprised she wasn't dating anyone steady. I was having trouble keeping my mind off her after my talk with Tony.

****

This would be as good a time as any to describe my wife Julie. She looked like a model having long blonde hair, standing about five-seven, weighed around a hundred and thirty five pounds and a body that cried ‘fuck-me'. She was a very sexy person and nearly always dressed in short and tight clothes, always wore high-heels.

After we were married, I asked her to tone it down a bit but she kind of laughed at me and said she'd dress any way she wanted. We dated my junior and senior year of college. One day she came up to me and told me she was pregnant. I loved the sex we were having, but I can't honestly say I was totally in love with her.

I wanted to do right by her and asked her to marry me. We were married a month before we graduated from college. My parents were furious with me. It wasn't that they didn't like Julie at the time but they thought I should wait and make sure the baby was mine. My parents and I argued a lot after that. Later they told me they didn't really trust Julie. I knew it had to do with her sexiness.

My parents are rather wealthy. Dad owns a franchise of five car dealerships in different cities in Ohio. He told me someday that he hoped I would be managing one of them. I've worked at his dealerships all through high school. I spent my college summers learning many of the operations. I've always drove a sporty car, which was owned by the dealership. I have to say it attracted girls.

Julie knew my parents were wealthy and I would be having my own dealership. My parents were worried that Julie was more interested in the future money than she was with me. I believed she loved me and I wanted to do right by her.

After graduation from college, my dad offered me a position of manager of the parts department at one of the dealerships. I was really happy about it but when I told Julie, she went berserk on me. She said I should be the manager of the whole damn dealership, after all my dad was the CEO. I tried to explain to her that I still had a lot to learn but she wouldn't listen.

I wrote it off to her being pregnant. She was also pissed at me for getting her pregnant. She said I ruined her figure. Things didn't go well during her pregnancy. We had a nice apartment but she wanted a bigger more luxury one or a big house or even a fancy condo. I told her someday we would have one but we were just starting out.

She blamed my parents for not giving us more money. She would always say how rich they were and could afford to give us more. Julie was adopted so she didn't have a lot of money. She was smart and was able to go to college with grants and scholarships. We both received business degrees. I used mine to help with the dealerships and hers was leaning toward selling real estate.

In her fifth month of pregnancy, she lost the baby. I felt really bad; I wanted the child and was changing my life to be a good husband and father. I no longer went to parties and got drunk. I worked longer hours to put away money to help provide for our child. I believe it hit me harder than it did Julie when she lost the baby.

After the miscarriage, she went to the gym and exercised a few days a week. She said she wanted her body back. It was a couple of months later that she was offered a position in a large real estate agency.

Chapter 2

Tony took me back to my room. Annie came in and asked how things went. Tony said that I did great and would be on my feet in no time. Shortly after I was settled in, my parents came in to see me. They smiled at Annie as she left to do her rounds and both of them came over and hugged me.

Mom was crying and even Dad had tears in his eyes. The last time I talked to Dad, we'd argued. It seemed like it was yesterday. It had something to do with Julie and I coming over for Christmas, but Julie had told me she wasn't going. I remember Dad saying that Mom had planned a nice dinner and that my older sister and her family would be there.

It was like water under the bridge now. My dad hugged me and held me in his arms. I never remember him being that emotional. They asked me how I was and how things were going. They said they would be staying a few days at a nearby motel. They would be in to see me over the next couple of days.

I explained to them that my memory wasn't the best. I could remember a lot of things, but nothing of the accident or where or what I was doing prior to it. I asked them if they knew or had they talked to Julie. I must have hit a nerve because my dad got mad and told me Julie was a cheating wife and took me for everything I had and wanted me dead. My mom had to calm him down.

"What do you mean she took me for everything we had? We're still married aren't we?"

"In name only," my dad said. "I'll do my best to explain it all to you. Are you sure you're up to it? It's a very messed up situation."

I had to wonder, what the hell happened? I told my parents that I wanted, no, I needed to know everything. I let them know that Annie explained my condition after the accident and was told Julie rarely came in to see me.

Mom said, "That Annie is a Godsend. If it wasn't for her you might be...dead now." Mom started crying. Now I was more confused than ever.

"Son," said Dad. "When we saw you after the accident you were in a coma. You were pretty messed up. Annie said you were on life support to keep your heart beating and to help your lungs receive air.

"The next day Julie arrived with some guy as old as me and said she wanted you taken off life support. She said you always said you never wanted a machine to keep you alive."

"That's not exactly true. I told Julie one time that I wouldn't want to be a vegetable the rest of my life if my brain was dead. I said it after we saw a movie. Maybe that's why she said it."

"Thank God she didn't have it in writing. Annie was determined to keep you alive. She said your brain and heart were both functioning but that they needed a little help because of the accident. It would take time to heal.

"Julie and Annie argued about it and Julie went to the hospital administrator to see what could be done. The administrator said that since it wasn't in writing that the hospital could keep a patient on life support for thirty days. It was in the best interest of the patient to help his body recover. Julie ran off and got a lawyer came back and said she would fight it."

"Why was she so adamant about life support? We never discussed it other than that one time watching a movie. I don't understand why she would do that."

"You're not going to like this but we'll tell you why we think she wanted you off of life support," my Dad explained. "Your life insurance with the company was two-hundred fifty thousand dollars. If you died as a result of an accident it would pay double, which would be a half-million dollars. The double indemnity would only be good for ninety days. After that, the policy would only pay out the two-hundred fifty thousand. Still a large amount of money."

"So you're saying she wanted to do it for the money? It's hard to believe she hated me so much. I know we had our differences but to want me to die..." I know I had tears in my eyes.

My dad continued, "She got herself a lawyer, but according to the hospital policies they had to wait thirty days before unhooking you from the life support systems. At the end of thirty days, Julie was back with her lawyer and being your wife, demanded you be taken off life support.

"The administrator had no choice but to comply. Annie went to the hospital board and demanded that your feeding tubes be left in. The board agreed that not letting you have nutrition would be the same as letting you starve to death. They left in the feeding tubes but undid life support of your body functions such as the heart and lungs.

"We fought along side of Annie but they considered your wife as the decision maker. You were breathing on your own and every couple of days Annie ran an EKG and other tests. Your body seemed to be getting stronger. Julie and her lawyer went to court and got an injunction to remove your feeding tubes in another three months.

"Annie fought it but lost. In two more weeks, they would have removed your feeding tubes. You owe your life to that young woman. She fought for you the whole time. I don't know if you know this but Annie's dad is the hospital administrator and her mother is a surgeon in this hospital."

I could hardly believe what I'd just heard. My wife wanted me dead and Annie fought for me the entire time. I asked my father about my job and he said it was still there for me when I returned to work. Cindy, my secretary was handling the position while I was gone. She is a middle age woman with a family and never wanted a management position.

I found out that she had visited the hospital and talked with Annie who told her I would recover, so Cindy held my position for me. She was more knowledgeable about the business than I was. I have learned a lot from her over the years.

Over the next few days, a lot of things happened. I was trying to remember what all happened in the days before my accident. Tony worked with me and I was now walking with crutches but taking it slow. My parents came in everyday and told me more things about Julie; none of it good.

She had taken all our savings, which was around twenty-five thousand dollars. She tried to get the insurance company to give her the money for my car but the company owned it, so dad received the money. I found out she maxed out our joint credit card to the tune of fifteen thousand dollars.

My mom told me that Julie had me taken off our lease and was now living there with her boyfriend at our apartment. Mom and Dad went with the police to my old apartment, removed my personal things, and put them in their garage for safekeeping. Most of the stuff was keepsake items and clothes. They did get my phone, and other electrical stuff. I guess I was a broke homeless person right now. My parents told me not to worry, that they didn't give Julie my disability checks. They'd put them in a special account for me.

Julie tried to get them, but she was not able to except as a beneficiary and I wasn't dead yet. Dad said my back pay was near fourteen thousand dollars and I'd be able to get another company car. I was very grateful to my parents.

I gave a call to Cindy who was excited to hear my voice. I explained to her that I was trying to piece my life together in the week before my accident. She said that she kept my daily calendar with all my appointments in it and maybe that would help. She came to see me and said she was happy that I was getting better. She couldn't wait for me to come back to work so her life could get back to normal.

****

Back to Annie, she was there every day to see me. I have to admit I was a bit embarrassed when she removed my catheter. She smiled at me and said it wasn't the first time she saw my private areas. She gave me sponge baths regularly. I thanked her time and time again for all she had done for me. How do you thank someone for saving your life?

Annie grew on me and I constantly thought about when we used to be together in class. If I wasn't with Julie at the time, I know I would have dated Annie. I guess I picked the wrong girl.

It had now been three days since I woke up and Julie still hadn't as much as called. My parents were going back to Cleveland, but would be back the following week to see me. I still worked out with Tony who told me that Annie had fixed him up with another nurse that was a friend of hers. He suggested that maybe the four of us could go out sometime.

It occurred to me that he was talking about Annie and me. I told him I would like that, but wanted to wait until I could walk on my own and besides, Annie would have to agree to go out with me. Tony just smiled.

Annie would stop by after her shift everyday and talk with me. We talked about my life with Julie and why we got married. I told Annie that I knew everyone considered me a playboy. My parents were wealthy and I got most everything I wanted.

During high school, I dated and bed a number of girls. When I started college, I was one of the party animals. It was parties for me most every weekend. I slept with my share of women but usually practiced some sort of safe sex. Why I was telling Annie all of this, I just don't know. I guess I wanted to let her know I'd changed.

It was when I met Julie that I stayed with one woman. I met her at a party and she was the sexiest woman I'd ever been with. We hit it off and all my friends would tell me how lucky I was. The funniest thing is, it was all about the sex and being with the one woman most other men wanted. We became a couple and when she got pregnant, I felt I had to do what was right.

I mentioned to Annie that Julie and I still attended parties but I never cheated on her and she never cheated on me. That was why I married her. I explained about my parents not trusting Julie and all the things they told me. When I mentioned Julie's miscarriage, Annie just stared at me. That wasn't like her so I asked her what was the matter.

"Justin, Julie wasn't the honorable woman you thought she was. I'm sorry but you deserve to know the truth. I don't know if you remember when Julie and her girlfriends went to Myrtle Beach for a few days."

"Yes I remember, they went two years in a row just to get away from the class work. She asked me to go but I had to work at the dealership and couldn't go," I replied.

"She didn't want you to go and knew you had to work. Why do you think she went with three of her girlfriends? They went to party. It was the nude day party at a private beach."

"How do you know this?" I asked.

"My friend Kelly was one of the three girls that went with her the second year. Kelly started working here and we became friends, and she told me all about it. I didn't know anything about what happened until you were brought in, due to the accident. Do you really want to know what went on? I'm not really comfortable with telling you."

"Please tell me; I want to know since I was living a lie."

"Kelly said that they all partied for three days even though the nude day party was only one day. She said it was one big orgy and that she had a blast and she was drunk most of the time. It was the only time that she was with two guys at once. She did say it was a one-time thing for her. Kelly said she‘s glad she went but that life style isn‘t for her. Now she‘s dating Tony and asked me not to mention it to him. I think she really likes him."

"What about Julie?"

"Kelly said it was Julie's idea to go the second year since she enjoyed the first one so much. Kelly took photos of Julie with her cell phone. Believe me; you don't want to see them. Julie was so out of it that she doesn't even know Kelly took the pictures. She was with as many as three guys at once. Julie is a very sexy woman, every guy wanted a piece of her, and Kelly said they got it. When they were done with her, she didn't look so sexy. According to Kelly, she looked like a drunken whore who had just gotten gangbanged."

"Did you see the pictures?" I asked.

"Yes, it was as bad as any porno I'd ever seen."

"You've seen porno?"

"Oh my God! Yes, the girls in my dorm got hold of some and we watched them. I have to say it was more funny than sexy. Actually it was somewhat boring at times." I had to laugh after Annie said that about the porno's, but I started to hate Julie for playing me for a fool.

"Maybe, I shouldn't have told you about Julie, I'm sorry," replied Annie.

"No, I'm glad you did. I needed someone to tell me the truth. I'm still trying to piece my life together. Is there anything else you can tell me besides Julie being a slut?"

"I didn't say that she was a slut, even though she was," said Annie. "I don't think she had a miscarriage either, but I can't prove it."

"What do you mean? You think she had an abortion?" I asked. "What makes you think that?"

"She went to a Family Planning clinic and during the procedure she had complications and was brought to the hospital and they finished with the miscarriage."

"So why do you think it was an abortion?"

"People go to Family Planning for abortions. If they are miscarrying, they usually come to the hospital. I can't prove anything but I thought you should know."

"She didn't seem as sad as I was at the loss of our baby. Maybe it wasn't even mine. She started exercising the follow week saying she wanted her body back. After a couple of months she went back to work at the real estate company."

After Annie left, I started looking through my calendar book for last December. I noticed two calls from a Norma Wilson, both in late December. I notice the last one was on December 22, the day of my accident. I decided to call her and maybe she could shed some light on the twenty-second.

I called the number on the calendar; a woman answered and I asked for Norma.

"This is Norma," she replied.

"I'm Justin Wright..." and Norma seemed astonished.

"You're awake! Oh my God. I'm so sorry; I'm surprised to hear from you. I haven't heard from you since your accident. Rob said you weren't going to make it."

"Norma, my memory isn't the greatest right now and I'm trying to piece together my last few days before the accident. Can you remind me of why you called me?"

"The first time I called was to tell you I thought your wife was having an affair with my husband. I called you on the twenty-second to tell you that I found out they were meeting at the Holiday Inn. You told me you had to know for sure and was heading there to find out for yourself. The next thing I'd heard is that you had an accident and were in a coma."

"I think I'm remembering the call. Is your husband Rob? I heard that my wife came to the hospital with a Rob somebody the next day."

"Yes it is, but we're in the middle of a contested divorce. He left me for your wife. He moved out of the house and in with your wife right after Christmas. Our kids want nothing to do with him. They really aren't kids anymore, they're in their twenty's. He came up to us after Christmas and said he loved another woman. He's paying alimony and I'm receiving half our assets.

"I am half owner of the real estate business but I don't work there anymore. I hope the information helps you out. I won't be talking to you anymore. My attorney said I shouldn't be talking with your wife or her friends. It all has to do with the divorce. I am happy to see that you recovered. Take care."

Wow! I lay back on the bed and thought about what Norma had said. It was all beginning to make sense to me. Julie said she was going to the company Christmas party and I asked her why she didn't ask me to go. I remember her saying it was for employees only.

It was then that I received the call from Norma and decided to check it out. She told me there wasn't any Christmas party and my wife was meeting her husband. Damn! It was all making sense now.

I wasn't sure where I was going from here but I knew I wanted a lawyer and start divorce proceedings. I wanted out of this marriage as soon as possible. Ken, my lawyer came to see me the next day. I explained the situation to him and he said he would get right on it.

Annie came in to see me and I explained everything I had found out from Norma. She smiled when I told her I had talked to my lawyer and getting started on a divorce. She told me she had some news for me. I was doing better than expected on my rehabilitation and would be released from the hospital in a couple of days.

I would still have to come in for an hour or so each day and work out with Tony. I could also start eating soft foods, but not to overdo it. Now I had a new problem. Where was I going to live on such short notice? I couldn't move back to Cleveland with my parents. I was hoping to get back to work within a couple of weeks.

Annie told me not to worry about it. She would take care of everything. I don't know what I would have done without her. Tony was right, she was one special lady.

I was up and moving around using a walker but I could get by with a walking stick when necessary. I was still a bit unsure on my feet. I was eating lunch when low and behold who comes in to see me but, Julie. She didn't seem the least bit happy to see me.

"Your lawyer called and stated you want a divorce." That was the first thing she said to me. No hello, how are you or glad to see you're finally awake. Of course she wasn't happy, but she could have lied to me like she's been doing for the last couple of years.

"Yes I do. You've been cheating on me since I met you," I told her.

"Who told you that, Miss Prissy, your housemaid? Maybe it was your parents who never liked me. Let me say one thing; I'll go down fighting. You'll be paying some big alimony for what you put me through. You owe me for sticking around." I couldn't believe what she was saying to me.

I responded, "You got to be kidding! You go fucking your boss and move him in to my apartment. I know his wife kicked him out and is getting a divorce. I also found out that you fucked a dozen guys at the nude day party you went to, two years in a row."

"Who told you that? That's a lie," she replied.

"Pictures don't lie and I got my hands on some."

"Bullshit! You're bluffing, you don't have any pictures." She looked a bit worried.

"You'll get a chance to see them at our divorce hearing. I'm sure Rob would be interested in seeing his slut girlfriend at play."

"You wouldn't dare! You leave Rob out of this."

"So, I see you're admitting it and afraid you might lose your meal ticket. I also know you cheated on me with Rob the night of my accident. I even have proof of that." I was making up a few things but I could probably get Norma to testify if I needed too.

"I do have a question I would like answered. Was the baby that you aborted even mine?"

She looked like she had seen a ghost, got up and left the hospital. It was the day I was released from the hospital that my lawyer said that Julie agreed to the terms of my divorce. I asked him what terms, since I didn't have anything.

"She doesn't get any alimony and she has to pay half the credit card bill that she ran up since it was a joint account. I know she took the money out of your savings account but you can't get any of that back. Since your name was taken off the apartment lease, you have no expenses there. You will be free and clear of her. All she asked for is that no pictures of her in compromising situations be shown. You never told me about any picture so I just went along with it. This is a pretty easy settlement. The only thing is, she wants a ‘no-fault' divorce."

"Sounds good to me Ken. How long before I'm free of her?"

"I believe it could be over in just about a month if you both agree to the terms and she has already agreed to it but not signed it yet."

Annie came in after my lawyer left and asked me how it went. I explained the terms of the divorce and she laughed, knowing I didn't have any pictures of Julie having sex with anyone. Now my biggest problem was to find a place close to the hospital to live until I could get a vehicle and when to start back to work.

Annie told me she had my living problem taken care of. She has a two-bedroom condo a half mile from the hospital. I could stay there for the time being, until I could work out other arrangements. The hospital hospitality bus went right by her condo and I could ride it to therapy everyday. She said that way she could make sure I ate right.

I didn't know what to say. This angel saved my life, took care of me and now offered me a room in her home. "Justin, I like you and consider you a good friend. I just want to help you out, till you get on your feet. No strings attached."

I wondered if I would have a problem living at her place. I knew I was developing strong feelings for her, but didn't know if it was because she was so nice and helped me out or because I was falling in love with her. I thanked her and agreed to stay at least a few days. I needed some time to get my affairs in order, do my rehabilitation and find out where my life was headed.

I went to therapy and Tony said he heard of my good fortune that I was staying at Annie's place. "I knew she liked you," said Tony. "Don't hurt her and always be honest with her. She's one of my best friends. I've never known her to let someone stay at her place. You're one lucky guy."

Annie put me in a wheelchair to wheel me out of the hospital and to the hospitality bus. She helped me on and we headed to her place. I was both excited and nervous as we pulled up to a gated housing unit. This was one ritzy area. We got off the bus and the guard at the gate smiled as he greeted Annie.

"Roy," she said to the guard. "Can you give my friend Justin and I a lift to my condo? He will be staying with me and going to rehabilitation each day."

"Anything for you Annie," he said with a smile on his face. He gave me a look that said, ‘you better not hurt Annie', but acted nice enough.

Her place was really nice and exceptionally clean. It was two steps up to the porch and then into the house. I looked around; the place was immaculate. "Annie, I know it's none of my business but are you rich?" Since my parents were wealthy I grew up having many of the finer things in life and never worried about money till I married Julie and had to make it on my own.

She laughed, "My parents are and I've done pretty well for myself. Most people don't know and I hope you won't spread it around. I had a lot of guys asking me out when they found out who my parents were. I guess they thought the way to their future was through me."

"Why are you doing all this for me? Help me understand. We were lab partners and never even hung out with the same people. As I understand more about my life I'm finding out you've done more for me than anyone ever has. I understand my parents helping me but why are you doing so much?"

"Justin, you must know by now that I had a big crush on you in college. I would often dream about us being a couple. Needless to say, that dream was crushed when you married Julie. That didn't mean I no longer liked you. I've seen what you've been through and I couldn't stand by and do nothing. Those feelings I had are still there. Now, let me show you around."

Did she just say she still liked me, I asked myself?

I walked with a sturdy cane as she showed me the apartment. Her place was big, clean and very well kept. She showed me to my room and all I could think about was being with her in the big king size bed. She pointed to her room across the hall but we didn't go into it. There was a bath across from my room. There was another bath off her bedroom which she said she uses.

The living room was decorated like a woman would have. There was a couch, loveseat and a lounge chair. There was also a big screen TV. Annie said she didn't watch it much.

Off the beautiful kitchen was a patio with a hot tub. I looked over at Annie and pictured her in a bikini getting into the hot tub. "You can use the hot tub but be careful getting in and out. I don't need you falling and suing me," she smiled.

I didn't have many clothes, hell I didn't have much of anything right now. Annie handed me a couple of shopping bags. She said she went and bought me a couple of outfits so I would have something to wear. I had called my parents and told them where I would be staying and they were blown away. They said they would bring some of my clothes and I could go through them and see what still fit me.

I couldn't help but think that this was the kind of place Julie talked about having. I realized now that she was all about money and material things. How could I be so stupid and not see through her. She had the looks, that was for sure. I guess she was all about sex and money.

My parents were wealthy but I blew most of my money on good times. I started saving after we got married and Julie took all of it. I remember my parents telling me they weren't going to fund Julie and my life. It was time for me to take care of myself and family. Dad did give me the managers job that paid a thousand dollars a week. I thought it was great but it just wasn't enough for Julie.

Annie said she would make us some dinner. She told me to sit down and relax. I couldn't do it, I got up and went into the kitchen to help her out. I didn't want to take advantage of her and have her waiting on me. Together we made a simple meal, sat in the living room, and watched a little TV while we ate.

Afterwards we talked about how we would do things. It was mostly, play it by ear as we went along. She would get up in the mornings and leave for work. She usually drove but sometimes used the bus. She did tell me I had full use of her place but I had to clean up after myself. I laughed when she said she wasn't my maid. We both started laughing. God! Was I falling in love with her?

She put on her PJ's and I had on a pair of shorts. I sat in the easy chair and she sat on the couch with her feet under her. We watched TV but I spent more time looking at her. She really was an angel. She looked, acted and talked like one. I had to wonder why she wasn't with anyone. She was definitely worth keeping.

It was getting late and we headed for bed. Annie said goodnight and I watched her close her bedroom door. I lay on my bed and went to sleep thinking about Annie. I wasn't sure if I was dreaming but I heard that voice singing the song I remember hearing while in the coma.

Forgive me for wanting you so But one thing I want you to know I've loved you since heaven knows when There! I've said it again,

I sat up in bed and thought about the song. I got up and opened my door. About the same time, Annie came out of her bedroom dressed for work. "Oh, hi Justin, I hope I didn't wake you."

"Did you just sing a song while in the shower? You sure smell good."

"Thank You,' she smiled at me. "And yes, I'm always singing. Why? What's the matter? Did it bother you?" asked Annie.

"God, no! It was beautiful. It was the voice and song that I heard singing to me while in the coma. I told the doctor about it but I don't think he believed me. Did you sing that song to me while I was in the coma?"

"Why yes, I sang it quite often. Sometimes I would sing to you and other times read to you."

"What is the name of the song?" I asked.

"There! I've Said It Again by Bobby Vinton. Do you like it?"

"Yes, I love it. Will you sing it for me sometime?"

"Maybe, but not right now, I have to leave for work. I'll see you later at the hospital. Don't forget to call the hospitality bus to pick you up. Also, if you call the guardhouse Roy will drive you to the gate. Take care, ok."

I don't know why I did it but I leaned over and kissed her. I know it surprised her. She turned and went to leave without saying anything.

"Annie," she turned toward me, "I... I'm not sorry I kissed you."

"I'm not either," she said, as she walked out the door.

****

Over the next couple of days, I went to therapy and Tony and I talked. He asked me how it was going with Annie and I told him it was great but there was a little tension. He told me to talk to her and let her know how I felt.

That same day my parents came by and brought me some of my personal items. They said they heard Annie had a nice place. When Annie came in, they hugged and kissed her. Damn, they loved her too. They offered to take us out for dinner and Annie accepted.

They asked Annie about a restaurant and lounge they had seen on the way in. Annie told them it was a local hangout for a lot of the hospital staff and the food was good, so we went there.

My parents said they would be in town just the one night and needed a motel room. They wanted to take me to the dealership the next day so I could order a vehicle to drive and I could talk with some of the people I worked with who were wondering when I was coming back.

Annie insisted that they stay at her place. She said they could have my bed and I could sleep on the couch, which converted into a bed. Dad started to say something but mom interrupted him and said they would stay. It would give us all more time together.

It seemed Annie knew most everyone in the restaurant as they all greeted her. There was a DJ playing some soft music for the patrons. He waved at Annie and she smiled back at him. I felt a bit jealous that everyone was friendly with Annie. When we were about done with our dinner, the DJ made an announcement.

"May I have your attention please? I know this isn't karaoke night but we have with us tonight a three time winner of our monthly karaoke contests. She hasn't been here for a few months so with a little applause maybe we can get her to sing for us. Annie Peterson, come up and sing for us, please!"

The people started clapping and my parents and I joined in. At first, Annie shook her head no, but my dad said he would love to hear her so she went up to the stage. She whispered to the DJ and he got a song ready for her.

"I've been singing this song for awhile now, and it just kind of stuck with me. I would like to dedicate it to a good friend." She looked over at our table when she said it.

The music started and it was the song she had been singing to me. The one she sang in the shower a couple of days ago. ‘There I said it again by Bobby Vinton'. I knew she was singing to me.

I love you, there's nothing to hide It's better than burning inside I love you, no use to pretend There! I've said it again

I've said it, what more can I say? Believe me, there's no other way I love you, I will 'til the end There! I've said it again?

She sang with such emotion. I was so happy for her that my eyes were watering. Damn, could she ever sing. There was no doubt, she was the woman I'd heard singing in my dreams.

I couldn't believe what my dad said to me. He knew I was always a playboy and had been with a number of women. It was one of the reasons he didn't want me marrying Julie.

He leaned over and said to me, "Son, if you ever hurt that girl, I swear I'll put you back in the hospital." The thing is, I think he meant it.

Everyone stood and clapped for her and asked for another song. She thanked them and said maybe next week, and came back to the table. My dad told her she was fantastic and I jumped in and agreed with him. Mom told her she had a beautiful voice.

We all went back to the condo and talked awhile. Annie said she had to be up early to go to work. Mom mentioned that they would be taking me to the dealership. She thanked Annie for her hospitality and letting them stay there. I let Annie know that I would see her at the hospital after my exercises.

When I woke up Annie had already left. Mom said she had coffee with her before she left and to tell me she would see me later. I know Mom wanted to give me the third degree about women, but knew I heard it a dozen times by now. "Just be careful Justin, she's a wonderful girl and I know she cares for you, that's all I ask," was all she said to me.

"Mom, between you and me, I really care for her too and there is nothing I would do intentionally to hurt her."

After dad got up, we headed for the dealership. It was nice seeing all the people I worked with. Cindy was the first to give me a hug and I shook hands with most everyone else. I was asked when I was going to return and I told them it would be about two weeks. I would probably start back on half days, but was excited just to come back.

My parents and I went into the office and ordered a new vehicle for me. It would be in the following week. It wasn't a sports car this time but a nice sedan. After saying my goodbyes my parents dropped me off at the hospital. I thanked them for everything and headed into the hospital. The last thing they said was to say bye to Annie for them.

Tony told me I was doing great and it would probably be the last week I would need to come in. He said I should take short walks and do a few daily exercises. He asked me about Annie and I told him we were getting along fine. He said he and Kelly still wanted a double date with us.

He told me he really like Kelly and the sex was great. I had to wonder if Kelly ever told him about her nude day adventure. I have seen Kelly a few times at the hospital but have never really talked to her other than saying hi. I promised Annie I would never mention Kelly's nude day escapades to Tony. It was up to her if she wanted to tell him. It brought my thoughts back to Annie and I wondered about her past. We've never discussed her sexual life, but she was quite aware of mine.

I had lunch with Annie and took the bus back to the house. Two days a week Annie went to classes. She wanted to become a nurse practitioner. I asked her what was the difference between a RN and a Nurse Practitioner, here's what she showed me on a paper.

"A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed advanced coursework and clinical education beyond that required of the generalist registered nurse (RN) role. According to the International Council of Nurses, an NP/advanced practice registered nurse is "a registered nurse who has acquired the knowledge base, decision-making skills, and clinical competencies for expanded practice beyond that of an RN, the characteristics of which would be determined by the context in which he or she is credentialed to practice."

I told her I still didn't understand and she said, it was about advanced as she could go without being a doctor. Her parents were doctors, but she wanted more free time and being a nurse gave her that.

I did my best to try to have something made for our dinner on school nights. I knew she was tired from being on her feet all day. After the first week, I convinced her to use her hot tub. Damn, she was built! She had what I would call the perfect figure. The real hourglass shape and that flat sexy tummy.

She always wore a bathing suit even though I told her we could go naked. It always made her laugh. "You'd love that wouldn't you big boy."

We never kissed since the first day when I kissed her. I've tried and she told me, "No, that I was a married man." She knew I applied for a divorce but she still said no. She actually said to try again after my divorce.

I contacted my attorney and he said there was a slight hold up. When I asked him what it was he told me Julie had a lawyer look at the divorce papers and said she should have insisted on seeing the pictures I'd said I had.

My lawyer said without the photos I still had grounds for divorce but I would have to use adultery and it could be a long drawn out process, as much as six months. My dad was holding up my disability checks until after my divorce so Julie couldn't get her hands on it. Money was tight for me right now. I knew I had to talk to Annie.

That evening after she got home we ate dinner and got in the hot tub. I began rubbing her feet and she looked at me and said, "What's wrong Justin?" She could read me like a book.

I'm having a slight problem with my divorce. Julie wants to see pictures before she agrees to a no contest divorce. Is there a chance Kelly would let you borrow her phone for a couple of hours? Maybe you could run off a couple of pictures for me to give the lawyer. I hate asking you, but I can't ask Kelly.

It was a couple of days later and she did get four pictures and enlarged them at work. She handed me the folder and asked again if I was sure I wanted to see them. I told her I didn't have any feelings for Julie other than spite. I looked at the pictures and couldn't believe what I was seeing. I could definitely see her face and she was taking on two guys in the one picture.

Another showed at least six guys around her and it looked like they came on her face and body. She had a smile on her face. In the last picture, she was fucking a black guy and blowing another one.

"I'm sorry you had to see them Justin. There were a lot more but I figured those were enough." I knew I had hate in my eyes. Julie used me and I was too blind to see it. Annie hugged me and comforted me. I kissed her and she said, "Please Justin, I can't do this now. Please wait."

I asked her if we could talk about her past. I told her she knew about mine but I knew little about hers. She told me that she had an older sister who was also a nurse in the Cleveland area. They saw each other a few times a year. She was married to a pharmacist and had two kids of their own.

"Why aren't you going with anyone? I heard you dated some, is there anyone serious?" I asked.

She kind of laughed. "So you want to know about my sexual past. Ok, I'll tell you. I haven't slept around like you and had sex with anyone that moved and a few that didn't. So you know, I'm not a virgin either. I've had a few boyfriends in my past but I was disappointed, when it came to sex."

"What do you mean?" I really wasn't sure what she meant.

"I guess I read too many books and saw movies where I guess I expected stars and fireworks. I know now that sounds stupid, but I expected more than having a dick in me and the guy cumming and telling me how good I was. I didn't even have an orgasm the first two times. I faked it to make the guy feel good.

"I talked to mom and she said, ‘that was just sex, not love.' When I find the right person, it would be different, that I would know. Well, I dated a few guys that I liked and it wasn't all that much better. I did come a couple of times but it was over so quickly, I wasn't sure what to do afterwards and then the guys went home."

"What did you expect besides the fireworks?"

"Maybe some cuddling or something. I felt more used than anything. It wasn't bad but it wasn't what I expected either. I could take it or leave it and for now, I choose to leave it."

"We need to get together and maybe it'll be different for both of us. I never did the cuddle thing either, not even with Julie."

"Gee thanks, but I think I'll pass for now," she laughed and told me to ask again after my divorce. "By the way, my mom and dad want me to bring you to their house this Sunday for dinner. Are you up to meeting my parents?" asked Annie. "They said they wanted to meet the guy that I let live with me. They've both seen you in a coma and I think Dad dropped in once while you were sleeping."

"They know I sleep in a separate room don't they? They probably are wondering when I'm going to move out. I'll have a vehicle soon but I don't start back to work till next week."

"Take it easy Justin. They just want to meet you. My parents trust me to do the right thing. You aren't in a hurry to move out are you?"

"God no! I love it here and I love...anyway, I should start looking for a place after I start back to work. Tony said I wouldn't need to come in for rehabilitation, he said I could just walk and do regular exercising. I don't want to be a burden to you after all you've done for me."

"Justin, I really care for you and you're welcome to stay as long as you want to."

"You'd better watch those words, I might hold you to them." I smiled at her but what she probably didn't know is, I definitely meant them."

On Sunday, we went to her parent's house. It was a beautiful place. They had a live in housekeeper. They treated her like family. I was surprised to find out that Mrs. Peterson, Annie's mother was the one who cooked the dinner. Annie told me her mother loved to cook.

As we ate, they asked me a lot of questions. I did my best to answer them honestly. I really had no idea of how much they knew about me. When Mr. Peterson asked about my wife, I almost choked. I explained to him that we were separated and in the process of a divorce.

Mr. Peterson replied, "Good, I didn't like that woman. I met her a number of times and although she was beautiful, she never had your best interests in mind. Pardon me for saying so, but I believe she was a gold-digger."

"Daddy! You shouldn't say that about other people. After all it was Justin's wife."

"I'm sorry if I offended you Justin, but I call them as I see them and I hate it when people take advantage of others," replied Mr. Peterson. I did have to wonder if he might think I was taking advantage of Annie. I hoped not but wasn't sure.

I changed the subject. "I'm picking up my vehicle tomorrow and hoping to start back to work at least part-time this week. I feel great thanks to the hospital staff and especially Annie." Her parents smiled and said that was nice.

After we left her parents home, I asked Annie if they thought I was taking advantage of her. She said they questioned her about how I'm doing and when I would be back on my feet but never pushed the issue. I told her once I receive my back disability payments, that I would help pay for things.

"Justin, I neither want nor need your money. I'm doing this because I really care for you and hope you feel the same."

"I do, but you won't even let me kiss you and I'm willing to make love to you. All you have to do is ask."

"Justin, you're still married whether you like it or not. I know that if we kiss or become even remotely intimate, it won't stop there. As I told you before, we'll see what happens after your divorce."

****

On Monday, I went to the dealership by bus. It was my first day back to work and it didn't take me long to get back in the swing of things. Cindy updated me for over an hour on some new procedures she'd put in place. She said she was honestly happy that I was back. She could now devote more time to her family.

I got my first call from Dad who welcomed me back to work. My lawyer called and said he had given Julie the photos over the weekend and she was really pissed. She really didn't think they existed and wanted to know who took them.

It was late morning when Julie called me and demanded to know who took the pictures. "Listen Bitch!" I said to her. "I don't have to tell you anything, but I will." I made up a story to tell her. I didn't want her to know they came from Kelly.

"One of the guys at your party took them after he fucked your ass. He sent them to me because he hates wives who cheat on their husbands. There are a lot more where those came from. Now sign the damn divorce papers or I'll re-file today using adultery and all the photos of my dear wife."

"Are you going to give me the photos if I sign?" she asked.

"Hell no! Now stop playing games. I'm going to call my lawyer after lunch and see if the papers are signed. If not, you aren't getting a second chance. As I said, I'll go public with the photos. That should do a lot for your dearest Rob and his real estate business."

She started to say something but I hung up on her. Even though I had my door closed, I must have yelled somewhat loud. Cindy gave me the thumbs up sign and smiled at me.

I did call my lawyer a few hours later and he said Julie did come in and signed the papers. He would be taking them to the courthouse that afternoon. I asked him if I would have to go to court and he said I was through with Julie. I wouldn't have to see her again. I asked him about his fee and he told me he would take it out of the seventy-five hundred that Julie had to pay on the credit cards.

I called Annie at work and told her the good news. I told her I wanted to celebrate. She laughed and asked me if I would like to go to the karaoke bar on Saturday with Tony and Kelly. I told her it would be nice and we could talk about it that night.

I left the office a couple of hours early and picked up some Chinese takeout for us for dinner. Annie asked me if I had a problem going out with Tony and Kelly.

"I know Tony's a ladies man and likes you. You told me Kelly is a little on the loose side and I don't want to share you. I wonder if they have other ideas."

"Justin, if I didn't care for you so much I'd be mad at you. Do you really believe I'd sleep around? Yes, Tony is a ladies man, but he really does care for Kelly. As I told you before, Kelly was sexually active. She still is but only with Tony. They're thinking about getting married. What about you and your past? It's a bit wild too." She had a point there.

"Kelly likes Tony so much that she told him about the nude day party she attended. He doesn't know your wife was involved or that you know about Kelly. They are a couple now and said they don't keep secrets from each other. The Karaoke bar as I mentioned is the hangout for many of the hospital workers. I'll even sing a song for you. I promise you that I won't be having sex with Tony or anyone else as long as I'm with you, and not with you till your divorce is final."

We went out with Tony and Kelly to the Karaoke bar and lounge. I use a walking stick but don't really need it most of the time. I drove my new vehicle and Annie and I met Tony and Kelly at the lounge. There were dozens of people there from the hospital and I even recognized a few.

Everyone knew Annie. I was getting a little jealous when all these guys were hugging her. She looked over at me and smiled. I think she hugged them on purpose. We ended up sitting at a table with eight of us. Annie introduced me to everyone at the table. A few I had met before.

We ordered drinks, I had ginger ale, and Annie drank wine. I wasn't ready for alcohol yet. I was still taking some prescription medication. We ordered a lot of different appetizers instead of dinner. Everyone wanted finger foods. The music started and they had a number of people singing. Some were really good, others not so much.

Tony asked me if I was going to sing and I told them I couldn't carry a tune in a basket. There were four of us guys at the table and Annie said we should go up and sing together. "It's just a lot of fun, please try it." She's hard to refuse so the four of us guys got up and asked for YMCA.

We were getting into it and even though we sounded terrible, everyone in the lounge joined in and did the YMCA motions. The girls at our table stood up and joined in. It was a lot of fun and when we went back to our table, we all got a kiss from the girls we were with. It was the first time Annie ever kissed me in front of anyone.

After we all calmed down the DJ said it was time to hear a professional and everyone laughed. He then asked Annie to come up. She went up and said she had a song on her mind and decided it was as good a time as any to sing it. She nodded to the DJ to start the music.

She began to sing, ‘I Can't Stop Loving You' by Ray Charles I can't stop loving you, I've made up my mind To live in memories of the lonesome time I can't stop wanting you, it's useless to say So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday

It was unbelievable the emotions she put into the song. I was getting goose bumps listening to her.

They say that time heals a broken heart But time has stood still since we've been apart I can't stop wanting you, it's useless to say So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday.

When she finished singing, she received a standing ovation. I was the first to stand up. The audience said they wanted more, they wanted Annie to sing another song. She looked over at me and smiled and I smile back.

She told the audience that she loved the old songs from the late fifties and sixties. It's the music she grew up listening too. Her grandparents and then her parents played the same type of music. She did say she was dedicating this song to a special friend. It was the second time she dedicated a song to me. This time it was ‘Loving You,' by Elvis

She began singing with the same amazing emotions. She put her soul into her singing.

I will spend my whole life through loving you, loving you. Winter, summer, spring-time, too, loving you, loving you. Makes no difference where I go or what I do. You know that I'll always be loving you.

If I'm seen with someone new, don't be blue, don't be blue. I'll be faithful I'll be true; always true, true to you. There is only one for me, and you know who. You know that I'll always be loving you.

I knew I had tears in my eyes when she came back to the table. I hugged her, she sat down, and everyone told her how great it was. Kelly asked her who the special friend was and started laughing. Annie kind of hit her on the arm.

When we got back to her condo, I began hugging her and kissed Annie. She held me tight and kissed me hard then she pushed me away. "Justin please, we can't do this now. I don't feel right about it. Wait till your divorce is final and we'll see about being more intimate then."

I had to wonder if she was afraid that if we got together and it wasn't any better than her previous encounters, that she would wonder if we should be together. My feelings for her were strong and I told her I loved her and would wait till she was ready. She did kiss me one more time and said, "Thank You."

I had trouble getting to sleep that night. All I could think about was making love to Annie. Eventually I did fall asleep.

Two weeks went by and I was told that on Friday I had to go to Cleveland to a managers meeting. My parents suggested I spend the night and I could drive home Saturday morning. I mentioned it to Annie and she agreed with them. It would be the first time since I'd moved in with Annie that I wouldn't be with her at night.

On Thursday, my lawyer called and said my divorce would be final the next day. I called Annie and she said she was happy for me. Since I was going out of town on Friday, Annie said we could celebrate my freedom on Saturday.

****

On Saturday morning, I drove home. It might seem odd but I really missed Annie. I pulled up in her driveway and I noticed all the curtains and drapes were closed. I never remember her having them drawn in the late morning. It did bother me a little, as I unlocked the door and the lights were on.

I called out, "Annie! Are you here?"

She came out of her bedroom in a light robe. She had her hair down and I have to admit, she looked quite sexy. "Justin, I have something to say to you."

"What is it and why are the curtains drawn?" I asked. "Are you ok?"

"Do you know that today is ‘National Nude Day'? She asked.

"What? No, I didn't. The only time I've ever heard of it was when you told me about Julie. What's going on?"

"Justin, I love you with all my heart, but I think you know that. I want to celebrate ‘Nude Day' with you, only you, that's why the curtains are closed. She undid her robe and let it drop. God! Was she ever beautiful?

I've seen her in tight clothes and in her bathing suit when we went in the hot tub, but never naked. "Do you want to spend Nude Day with me?" she asked.

I went up to her to kiss her and she told me not until I removed all my clothes; after all, it was Nude Day. I stripped as quickly as I could, including my socks and briefs. I felt a bit self-conscious but when I was naked, Annie asked me to kiss her.

I did, and it was a full-blown kiss. I reached around and pulled her ass cheeks tight against me. I knew I was hard with my cock pushing against her belly. We kept kissing and hugging.

I wanted to have sex with her right then, but she backed away, walked to the hot tub and got in. Looking at her tight little ass was getting to me. I got into the tub and was kind of glad the bubbles hid my hard on.

"Justin, you need to know that I don't do things like this. I wanted the first time with you to be special and Kelly told me I should be sexy for you."

"You talked with Kelly about me?"

"Yes, I know she's ornery and admitted to her doing the nude day thing. We've talked a lot, she is in love with Tony now, and she knows I'm in love with you. I'm not this sexual being and have been afraid that after having sex with you it will pretty much be over but I'm willing to take that chance that we were meant to be together. So Kelly mentioned I should have a nude day celebration with just you and me."

I didn't say anything but went to her side of the hot tub and put an arm around her and kissed her. As we kissed, I put my other hand on her tits and lightly squeezed them. I tweaked her nipples and felt her intake of breath.

I rubbed her belly and slid my hand down between her legs. We stopped kissing and were a few inches apart staring at each other and she slowly spread her legs as I cupped her pussy. She kind of bit her lip as I slid a finger into her and then another.

I could see she was breathing harder as she kissed me. For the first time she gave me her tongue and I sucked on it. As I finger fucked her, she pushed her pussy hard against my fingers. All of a sudden she pulled her head back and said, "Justin, stop! I have to pee! Oh my God, you have to stop, I have to pee?" She was talking so fast and was acting almost scared.

"Honey, just go ahead and pee. Just let it go; you have a good filtering system that will take care of it. Just let yourself go." I kept finger fucking her and she let loose empting her bladder. I honestly believe she had an orgasm at the same time she was peeing.

"I've never felt anything like that before," she said to me.

After kissing her I picked her up and set her on the side of the hot tub. "What are you doing?" she asked me.

I smiled at her and said, "Brace yourself," as I got on my knees and buried my face against her pussy. I tongue fucked her pussy as best as I could. She braced herself with one hand and her other was around my neck.

"Justin, it feels so good. Let's get out of this tub and go to my bed. I want you so much."

We got up and dried off as we went to her bedroom. She got on her bed and I got between her legs and began rubbing my cock up and down against her pussy. It was hard not to just push it in but I did my best to extend the foreplay. I had pre-cum mixing with her juices as I kept rubbing my cock against her opening. Then, it occurred to me, condoms. I knew I had to say something.

"Annie, do I need to use a condom? I don't want to get you pregnant."

"I've been on birth control for years even though it was probably a waste of money. As far as STD's go I haven't been with anyone for almost a year and I know you haven't been with anyone for the last five months. Just fuck me, I want you so bad."

"I'm not just going to fuck you, I'm going to make love to you," I replied.

I began to push the head of my cock into her and watch her pussy open. I'd then pull back and rubbed her slit again. She wanted me so bad that she reached down and pulled her pussy lips aside. I couldn't take it any more and slowly pushed my cock into her till I was all the way in. She screamed out how good it felt and I started pumping slowly in and out of her.

She was mumbling all kinds of things like, "I love you, I've always loved you. You feel so good in me, please never stop making love to me. Oh God, oh God, so good, never stop." As the speed of what she was saying increased I knew she was about to have an orgasm. "I'm coming Justin! Oh God, I'm coming! Feels so good."

Her talking sexy lead me to the brink and I starting shooting my cum into her. I never remember coming this hard. I pushed my cock as deep as I could into her.

"I feel you, I feel you shooting into me. Oh, it feels so good. I've never felt anything like it. I love you Justin. I love you so much."

I kept my cock in her but leaned down and kissed her. "I love you too Annie, maybe I always have." I rolled off of her and lay next to her.

"Mom was right. Having sex with someone you really like makes all the difference in the world. It's got to be the love aspect that makes the difference," said Annie.

"Are you saying you never had an orgasm?" I asked.

"No, thinking back, I did have some small ones but nothing like this. In fact, I even faked it so the guy I was with wouldn't feel so bad and it would be over. I was worried and had gone to my mom, was checked out physically, and was in great shape. I figured it was just me until mom said some women needed intimacy and love to reach a climax. She told me not to worry or rush into having sex with just anyone. I remember her saying the right guy would come along.

"So I waited. As I told you, sex didn't mean a lot to me. I asked mom how I would know when the right man came along and she just said, ‘You'll know, things will feel different.' Then you were brought into the emergency room and I cried. I vowed to take care of you. I remember us kissing in college and it was different."

I leaned over and kissed her again. I began rubbing her nipples and then began kissing them. I started getting hard again and asked her if she was ready for more and she kissed me hard, back. I lay on my back and she got on top of me. My cock was already hard and she held onto it as she aimed it at her pussy and let it slide in.

I could see her expression change immediately. She was hot and ready. I held onto her hips as she rode up and down on my cock. I could hear her start ranting again, about how good it felt. "Shit! Feels so good! Fuck me Justin, never stop. I want you so much." She went on and on telling me how much she loved me and wanted me. I loved hearing her talk. She was really letting herself go.

We fucked for a while and as she screamed out, I came for the second time. She rubbed her pussy hard against me until I was drained. She rolled off of me and lay on my arms and we cuddled, eventually falling asleep. When I woke up an hour later she was in the shower. I joined her, pressed my cock against her butt, and held her tight.

She laughed and said, "Maybe later, right now I trying to clean myself up." I took her washcloth and put soap on it and began washing and rubbing her tits.

"I'm here to help you," I replied. As I was washing her tits, she reached back and grabbed my cock and it began to get hard again. She leaned forward, I put my hands on her hips, and she guided me into her pussy.

"After you come you have to let me clean up. Oh God that feels good," she said.

She came before I did and leaned over even farther so I could push myself even deeper into her. She never turned off the shower and we were getting splashed the whole time. I came and she turned around and washed off my cock and balls.

"Now get out of the shower so I can clean up," she smiled at me. Don't forget this is still nude day so don't get dressed," she reminded me.

I got us both a soda and was sitting at the table waiting for her. When she came into the kitchen, I had to kiss her. God I loved her. What took me so long to know it? I took her ice-cold soda and put it against her back and she jumped about two feet in the air.

"Uhhh, that's cold. Put it against your dick and maybe it will go down," she was laughing. I did have about a half a hard-on.

"What do you want to do about dinner? I have to keep up my strength," I said to Annie.

"We're going to make a homemade pizza. I got all of the ingredients ready this morning." She went in the fridge and began taking out all the toppings. We worked together, got the pizza ready, and put it in the oven.

We thought we'd watch a little TV till the pizza was ready. Annie sat down on the couch and I got on the floor between her legs. "What are you doing?" she asked.

"Having an appetizer," I told her. I rubbed my face in her muff and lowered my tongue to her pussy. She held on to my head as I licked her. I felt her have a mini orgasm. I pulled away, got up, and sat next to her on the couch. "I have to have room for the pizza," I laughed and kissed her with my mouth wet from her juices.

"God, I love you so much," she said to me and then got on her knees between my legs and wrapped her hand as far as she could around my cock. "Bear with me, I've never done this before."

"Honey," I said to her. "You don't have to do it."

"Yes I do,' she replied. "I want an appetizer too." I knew she was doing this for me.

She put her lips around the head of my cock and went forward. She went too far and gagged. She pulled back and I told her to take it easy. I explained to her to wrap her hand around my cock so she could control the depth she was taking. She sucked and licked on the head and I knew I was about to come.

I was about to tell her when she pulled it out of her mouth and kept jacking me off till I shot my load all over her chest. She looked at me with the prettiest smile. I knew she was proud of what she did.

"Eventually I'll suck you to completion but I'm happy with the way it went. The only thing was I just took a shower." She smiled at me and got up to wipe off her chest.

I went in, took the pizza out of the oven, and cut it for us. We sat at the table and enjoyed our dinner. "Are you happy?" I asked her.

"Very, I couldn't be happier," she replied.

"Will you marry me?" I asked her.

She stared at me before saying anything. "Justin, you've just been single for a day. Give it some time. By the way, Mom invited us over for dinner tomorrow. Do you have a problem with going there?"

I knew she was avoiding answering me so I said, "Sure it will give you a chance to tell your parents that I asked you to marry me."

****

We made love again that night. When I woke up in the morning Annie had already showered and was dressed. After my shower, I got dressed and we had a light breakfast together. She asked me if I enjoyed her nude day surprise and I told her it was one of the best days of my life and I wanted us to be together forever.

"Justin, I know I've avoided answering you, but are you ready to get married again? After all, you've only been divorced for a couple days. Do you honestly want to jump back into marriage?"

"Only if it's with you. I don't want to sleep in a room next to you, thinking about being with you. I want to cuddle up to that beautiful ass of yours every night." It made her smile. She still didn't answer me but I knew she was thinking about it.

We headed over to her parents and the minute her mother saw her she knew we'd had sex. She must have mom-dar. (that's sort of like radar, some moms have it) Her mom kissed and hugged her and gave me a hug and a look that said, ‘What did you and my daughter do?'

After dinner, Mr. Peterson excused himself for a few minutes. He had some phone calls he had to make. Annie and her mother were cleaning up the kitchen and I went in the TV room. I could hear them talking.

"Mom, Justin asked me to marry him."

"I know you love him, but does he really love you or is he just grateful for everything you've done for him?"

"I truly believe he loves me and I felt the sparks that you told me about. Mom, I love him with all my heart. He said he wanted to get married soon."

"So what about your Dad walking you down the aisle like you always told him you wanted him to do. You are our little girl and we want the best for you. I see you aren't wearing an engagement ring?"

"No, he just asked me last night and again this morning. I haven't given him an answer yet."

"Why don't we all talk about it today? I'm sure it will all work out," said her mom.

Everyone was in the living room when I brought up the subject of Annie and I getting married. Mr. Peterson looked a bit surprised, but Mrs. Peterson looked over at Annie and smiled.

"I understand this is a surprise to everyone. I have to say that I love Annie with all my heart. Is it partly because I'm grateful for all she has done for me? Yes, it's because that's part of her wonderful personality. I know I've only been divorced a couple of days but I want to be with Annie forever."

Mr. Peterson spoke, "Son, are you really ready to get married again? Have you really thought it over? Annie is our daughter and we want the best for her. We don't want her to run away and get married. We want to be part of her wedding. I have planned to walk my little Annie down the aisle ever since she was a little girl."

"Sir, I understand what you are saying and I will go along with whatever Annie decides. I just want to be with her, but I want her to be happy."

Annie speaks; "Justin, I love you and you know that. I suggest we get married in about six months. It will give us time to plan the wedding my parents and I always wanted. It will also give you more time to think about what you're getting yourself into," she had to smile.

"Son," said Mr. Peterson. "There are other things to consider. I suggest that a prenuptial agreement be drawn up. I know you think your marriage will last forever but no one gets married wondering how long it will last. It's not that we don't trust you but it's part of life anymore."

"I'll do whatever Annie wants. I'm not in it for her money, but because I truly love her."

I called my parents and told them the good news. They were really happy for Annie and me. There was no doubt that they loved Annie and thought she was good for me.

On the way back to Annie's place, I asked Annie about our sleeping arrangements. Were we going to sleep together or in separate rooms? She told me it depended on her mood. If she was horny, I would be in her bed. If she needed sleep or was mad at me for any reason, I would have to sleep in the spare room. She was laughing while telling me this. Needless to say, I cuddled up to her beautiful ass every night.

Mom and Dad came and visited the following weekend. We all went out to dinner including the Peterson's. Our parents got along fine together. My mom handed me an engagement ring to give to Annie. It was an antique ring owned by my grandmother.

I kneeled down on one knee right there in the restaurant and asked Annie to marry me. She said yes and I took her hand and put my grandmother's ring on her finger. She had tears in her eyes, as did the rest of us. We kissed and then enjoyed the rest of our dinner.

I was working full time now and enjoyed my job. Dad had released my checks and I deposited it in a new checking account and put it in both Annie's and my name.

I stopped by the hospital a couple of times a week and had lunch with Annie. She said everyone was happy for her but Tony told me that a few of the guys that were single weren't too happy. Annie told them she was off the market.

Tony also told me that he and Kelly were taking a weeks vacation and flying to Las Vegas to get married. He actually told me that they both had pretty flawed pasts. The idea that she told him about her past he said made the difference. I wished them the best. I didn't let on that I knew about Kelly's past.

Annie and I rarely argued. We might disagree once in awhile, but I have never yelled at her. She's the best thing that ever happened to me. Her mom asked me for a list of people to invite to the wedding. I referred her to my mom who was happy to be included with planning the wedding.

Our wedding was a complete success. Watching Annie walking down the aisle brought tears to my eyes. She looked like an angel dressed in her white dress. I couldn't believe all the people that showed up. Most of the people that worked for dad were there, and I doubt there were many left to run the hospital. I met so many people that I never knew but they all knew about me. Annie had so many friends.

Our reception was fantastic. I danced with Annie and kissed her every chance I could. It was hard to believe that I gave up this woman in college, for a cheating conniving Julie, but now that was all in the past.

I was now with the woman I truly loved and she loved me. On our wedding night we had a suite in a beautiful hotel. We made love and I kissed every inch of her body starting with her tiny feet. I worked my way up to her pussy and sucked on it till she had her first orgasm of the night.

As we fell asleep, she was in my arms. Life couldn't be better.

****

I woke up and suddenly realized I had no idea where I was. I looked around the room and it looked like a hospital room. What was I doing here? Was I dreaming? I tried to sit up and fell back down due to being dizzy. I quickly found the nurses buzzer and pressed it at least a half dozen times. A nurse came running into my room, "You're awake! Oh my God!" she looked nervous as she grabbed her phone and called in the doctor before I could even say anything.

"Where am I? What's happened to me? How did I get here, I can't remember anything!" I screamed out.

"Just stay calm Mr. Wright, the doctor is on his way. He'll explain everything to you. You were in an accident," she seemed nervous, but I didn't know why.

"Where is Annie? Someone please find Annie!" I screamed out.

The doctor came in and I heard the nurse ask him why I was asking for Annie? How did I know Annie was my caregiver?

Was this real or was I dreaming or having a nightmare? I had no idea what was going on. Was it all a premonition of what was to happen to me?

I looked up and there stood Annie, just like I had dreamed about. She was so beautiful and said, "Hi Justin, I heard you woke up and got here as fast as I could. Everything will be all right now."

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