to change them bullshit - they’re all alike. Idiot wind blowing out their mouths. You need to let it all go in one ear and out the other, and just go after him.”
“I didn’t even have a chance. Before I knew it, he was off and running leaving the little problem child to the office administrator. Besides, I’m not after his body, just his business!”
“Oh yeah? I did recall that you mentioned him - that hot body that you have no apparent interest in - on more than one occasion, didn’t I?”
“But, I was talking about his practice. He’s a brilliant doctor, Suki, graduated Columbia, on the board of several hospitals, leading expert in the field.....”
“And now you’re defending the guy who was yelling at you. Sounds like you want him to me. Aren’t you sexually attracted to him?”
“No! I was embarrassed!”
“Maybe excited - took your breath away?”
“No, mortified over his behavior!”
“Maybe aroused by his behavior?”
“I was mad at the way he abused me!”
“Abused you? Why didn’t you stop him?”
“Oh Suki. Help me. I am so confused. What’s wrong with me? What am doing? I’m such a loser.” Kathryn said as several tears formed in her eyes.
“Come on, Kate. We’ll figure it out. You’re not a loser. Why don’t you go back and try to apologize? That way, at least you could see him again, maybe.” Suki suggested. “And if so, whether business or pleasure, you’ll have the chance to make it right.”
“That’s what Barbara said, Suki. She suggested I go there at the lunch hour and try to catch him in the cafeteria.”
“That’s perfect, Kate. That woman you mentioned, that works there, she should be able to tell you when Dr. Marks usually goes down there.”
Kathryn paused and thought about the whole idea. She wanted a chance to see Doctor Marks again, and maybe this was the best way.
Chapter 4
K athryn typically arrived in the office before most employees. She was an early bird, and an extremely organized person always wanting to be thoroughly prepared in advance for whatever was required. She was not one who liked surprises at all. When her structured world fell apart, Kathryn too, had a tendency to fall apart, potentially feeling anxious and out of control. Her secretary, Barbara, always completed her schedule, the day before so that Kathryn could arrive with coffee in hand, and enjoy it while reviewing her daily itinerary. Barbara was about the same age as Kathryn, and she too, was quite organized. Kathryn simply adored her, and they worked together extremely well, keeping the office in check.
“Good morning Kathryn, are you ready for another coffee?”
“Yes, please, that sounds wonderful Barbara. When you’re ready come on in, we need to make a few changes to the schedule.”
Moments later she appeared at the door. “Here you go, fresh brewed!” Barbara said walking into Kathryn’s office. She couldn’t help but admire the way Kathryn looked this day. She was wearing a charcoal grey double breasted suit with a vented skirt, the kind Edith Head would have designed for Audrey Hepburn to show off Hepburn’s slender figure. Kathryn too had a beautiful slim figure, with short black hair and looked stunning in the suit. Black patent leather shoes with a small two inch kitten heel, and a simple neckless of white rough cut stones, was all she needed to finish the outfit off.
“Oh, I love your suit today, Kathryn. That’s simply beautiful, and looks great on you too.”
“Thank you Barbara. It’s always been one of my favorites, ever since I saw it in one of those classic old movies.”
Barbara sat down and opened her steno pad, “You said you would like to make a few changes to the schedule?”
“Yes please, I will be going to Physician Associates from 11:00 to 2:30, so can you move the appointment with Glen McKenzie? If he’s available, I can see him later in the day.”
“Certainly, Kathryn. I’ll get on it right away. Is there anything