Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Cliff and York heard the commotion and ran out.

"Jesus, what's going on here?"

"Have you guys lost your minds?"

"Break it up, now! Murray! Corley!"

Each of them grabbed one of the fighters, with Cliff trying to soothe Murray. "Chill, Murray. Take a deep breath, man!"

York implored Corley, "What're you doing, Corley? Since when do we settle things with fists?"

Murray and Corley shouted, "Let go of me! Back off!"

But as both men seemed poised to dive back into the fray, Cliff and York knew they couldn't let go.

about?" York's eyes darted

ruin the vibe!" Cliff

birthday. Whatever it is, it can

smiling. "I meant every word I

Roseanne, who stood there, pale and shocked. He took off his jacket and draped it over her shoulders

What the hell was happening between Corley and Roseanne? So, that was the reason for

back to reality. As Corley reached for her, she subtly stepped back, removing the jacket and handing it back to

need. t get home by myself. And I don't want to be pulled into your mess again. I'm not a toy for you to fight over." And then, she looked up firmly. "And let's not contact

Murray, standing not too far away, eyes red with

things through today. If I've caused you any

to make it up to

she was calm.

Corley's impulsiveness and Murray's

to carry the burden of their guilt and embarrassment. She only wanted to rid herself of the trouble these two men