The Uninvited Guest

Valerie was now pinning her hopes on Amber and that unknown college student.

'Please, just captivate Desmond completely and sweep him off his feet,' Valerie thought.

'And just let him tie the knot already.'

*****

Valerie had shrimp balls for lunch.

After eating, since there weren't many dishes, she skipped the dishwasher and just washed the two bowls and a pot by hand.

After tidying up, she was wi