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to tear every piece of my clothing from my body.
    James pops into my mind. What the hell am I doing? I pull away from Devyn. “I’m sorry. I can’t. I’m so sorry. I just—”
    He's perfectly calm and smiles. “It’s fine. I promise.”
    His words and smile don't register. I picture him angry with me. “I shouldn’t have done that.”
    “I’m kinda glad you did. But it’s fine.”
    I start to apologize again and then it hits me. “Wait, what?”
    “This is all complicated. But you have to focus on your son. It’s okay. I promise.”
    I am so confused right now. Experience has taught me that men don’t like being teased and then told no. Thank God the front door flies open again, cutting the moment short. That kiss though. I still feel the effects snaking through my body.
    The sound of the front door opening sends us scooting away from each other on the couch.
    “Devyn? You in here?”
    It’s Brian. I recognize his voice.
    “Yeah, in here buddy.” Devyn turns to me. “I sent him out for some things while you were sleeping. We can get the stuff from your place later and I can have it taken wherever you want. I think you guys should steer clear of there for a few days while your ex cools off.”
    “Well get up and help me carry this stuff. Damn, bro.” Brian’s footsteps grow louder as he nears.
    Devyn hops up and heads down the hall. They both walk back around the corner with their arms loaded full of bags. “Oh my God, no. We do not need all of that.”
    “It’s fine.” Devyn turns to me. “I want you guys to be comfortable while you’re here. Whatever you need.”
    “This is too much.”
    “I got a few toys for James. I hope that’s okay?” Brian sets down three bags full of toys and I’m about to start bawling like a baby.
    I cover my face with my hand just in case a few tears come out. It’s too much but I look at the bags and it has to be more toys than James has had his entire life. He is going to go crazy.
    “I’m just—I don’t know what to say. He’s going to love this.”
    Brian adjusts his collar and looks at me. “Umm, I got you some clothes. I’m just going to apologize in advance. I’ve never shopped for, umm, well—”
    I let out a slight giggle. “It’s okay. I promise.”
    “Well, I didn’t know what size you were. So I just kinda made some motions with my hands to the lady. Like, she’s about this high and kinda just lady size—”
    I’m about to belt out a laugh at his discomfort as he makes hand motions like he’s sizing me up in the air. “I’m sure you did fine. I’m probably not going anywhere so I’m sure whatever you got is perfect.”
    “Oh, yeah. I got you a new phone.” He rifles through a smaller bag and pulls out a box.
    “Oh great, I need to get it set up and make a few calls. Thank you so much.” I grab the box and look at it. “This is like a five hundred dollar phone.”
    “Yeah?” asks Devyn.
    I jar him from the couch when I leap over and wrap my arms around him. Leaning up next to his ear I whisper, “Thank you.” Then I jump up and hug Brian. “Thank you too. I know that wasn’t easy, shopping for me like that.”
    “It was a more absurd request than I’m used to, but I was happy to do it.”
    “Yeah, thanks Brian.” Devyn stands up and shakes his hand.
    “Oh, I’ll be taxing your ass come time for my Christmas bonus.”
    Devyn laughs. “I’m sure you will.”
     
    ***
     
    I’m on the couch watching TV while Devyn is out running and James is playing with all of his new toys in the living room floor. I could get used to this. I shake from my momentary state of stupidity. My new phone is hooked up and it starts going off.
    “Mommy needs to take a call real quick. I’ll be right around the corner.”
    “Okay, Mom.”
    I step around into the hallway and answer. Doctor Bloomenthal is on the other end. I sink down the wall, slowly making my way to the floor as my heart crushes against my chest. He calls me every name