Chapter 62

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Lynn sniffled as she pulled her knees against her chest and stared into the ocean. How ironic that only a few months ago, she had been in this exact same spot, ready to end it all. In such a short period of time, her life had taken on new meaning. And for the first time in her life, she had thought that maybe for once she would have a chance at a real relationship. Closing her eyes, she fought the urge that had plagued her mind so many times. What should have been the happiest day in the world, since she had learned Katie was indeed Evelyn, had now turned into a living nightmare. Thoughts of the night she and Alexis had made love flashed into her mind and caused her to tremble.

“Mind if I join you,” Katie asked.

“Evelyn,” Lynn smiled. “I mean, Katie. Sorry.”

“It’s okay.” Katie dropped on to the sand beside of Lynn. “I like Evelyn too.” Katie placed one hand on Lynn’s knee and squeezed. “I went over to Alexis’s place and you weren’t there.”