147 Brandon "Yes, What about Rachel?" My mother asked quickly before I could even finish. "I want you to stay away from her, for now" I said. "Even if she wants to see you, tell her that you are busy" "What? But why?" She asked, looking worried. I sighed deeply and shook her head. "Mother, you don't need to know how, and I hope you can be patient with me. I will certainly explain everything to you later" "Hmm, I think I get it now" She whispered. "What? You do?" I asked, and she nodded her head, chuckling. "Then, what could be the reason?" I asked, and she moved her face closer. "She is sick with the flu right, and you think that I will get contacted?" She asked, and laughed softly. "Huh" I mumbled. "Do you really love me that much?" She asked, smiling broadly. "You really want

