he reached for the back of her neck and squeezed it gently . any of the above was appropriate . and whoever refused her today was going to be fired on the spot - it was just that plain and simple . he stuck my phone in his pocket , shaking his head at me . i picked up my coat and purse , along with a box of the desire tea . cora wrapped her arms around my neck from behind the couch and put her cheek next to mine . there was , of course , no way they would be late . 