"Lisa," I said, "I love you, but you look terrible." I wrapped my arms around her from behind and squeezed her gently. "I need to talk to my parents for a couple of minutes, and I will be right back, okay?" She nodded, and I continued. "My sister has some things in our bathroom that you can use to remove that mascara. I want you cleaned up, naked, and in my bed when I come back." "Yes!" she whispered. I kissed her neck and let her go, turning to open my bedroom door. I made sure my parents weren't standing right outside the door before opening it fully. I took her hand and guided her into the bathroom. She smiled shyly at me, and I smiled back and blew her a kiss before walking down the hall to find my parents. They were in their room, with the door open. I rapped lightly on the door.

