Mark didnt speak at first, but went to the closet instead and fetched two robes. He handed his wife one and me and motioned us to dress. I was worried but thought if the cops were involved it would be more than a robe. I had no idea what he had been up to. I found myself back in the living room still with no answers and confused out of my mind. I was simply directed to sit at the table where I had seen food before and I realized there had been in a warming tray while it waited. I was shocked to find there was some lobster, something I had only once or twice growing up and not something I’d expect. My parents had money but lobster was not something they gave their kids, it was for guests. I remembered it as a left over and one time with friends at Red Lobster. My mouth watered at the smell but I was still worried, still had no idea what was going on and I was too scared to eat anything.

Jen reached out and touched my hand “Eat little one.” I was too nervous. “Please.” Mark squeezed my hand and handed me a video. “I had another gift for you but this is a second.” I realized it was the tape. “How? And he may have a copy.” Mark shook his head. “No, I paid him enough and have proof If he had another copy and tries to use it, he will be arrested.” I heard the words. “You paid?” Jen nodded. “He wouldnt let you go, you are worth too much.” I had tears in my eyes. “How many years will I have to work for you?” Mark shocked her. “Four years.” I looked up. “He was only one.”

Jen lifted me up and made me go down a hall. There was another bedroom there and I found my things. The room looked like a luxurious hotel. She kissed me. “You will not be a prostitute. You will be enrolling in school and living here.” I was shocked. “School?” Mark nodded. “I have an in with a few schools, I assume you have some descent marks.” I nodded. “I got into Columbia, but I want to dance.” Mark kissed me “You can choose that later but while you work off your debt, you will go to school. We will pay.” I shook my head.