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.

it. What's this all about?" York's eyes darted between

no need to ruin the vibe!" Cliff

"Murray, it's Corley's birthday. Whatever it is, it can wait till

blood from his lip, shooting Murray a look before smiling. "I meant every word I said. I've thought it through, and you have no say in

and shocked. He took off his jacket and draped it over

at the sight. What the hell was happening between Corley and Roseanne?

snapped back to reality. As Corley reached for her, she subtly stepped back, removing the

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

were meant for Corley and Murray, standing not too far

sorry. I didn't think things through today. If I've caused you any trouble, I'll make

him off, "If you want to make it up to me, stay

before, she was calm.

Corley's impulsiveness and Murray's

bystander. So, she refused to carry the burden of their guilt and embarrassment. She