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.

What's this all about?"

ruin the vibe!" Cliff tried

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

Murray a look before smiling. "I meant every word I said. I've thought

there, pale and shocked. He took off his jacket and draped it over her shoulders gently. "Are you alright? I didn't mean to scare

What the hell was happening between Corley

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

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 each

for Corley and Murray, standing not too far

through today. If

want to make it up to me, stay away

before, she was calm. Roseanne knew it wasn't her

Corley's impulsiveness and Murray's

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