Chapter 9

Xena gazed at me anxiously and hastily declared, "Remy, quit your nonsense! I'm phoning to say we shouldn't keep in touch anymore. My partner doesn't approve!"

Remy exclaimed incredulously, "Snow, what are you saying? How can you do this to me because of that insignificant Ezra!"

Xena reiterated firmly, "He's my boyfriend. Don't speak of him like that! We must cease communication! That's final!"

She abruptly ended the call and ignored the persistent ringing that followed.

Xena turned to me imploringly, "Ezra, see? I've truly cut ties with Remy. Please don't be upset anymore. Let's treat each other well from now on, alright?"

I was astounded, never anticipating such decisiveness from her.

I had intended to discuss our separation on my departure day, but now I needed to address it sooner.

I began carefully, "Xena, you needn't do this. I believe we should..."

Xena suddenly lunged forward, covering my mouth to prevent the words "break up" from escaping.