“Flávio”

I stood for a while at the kitchen door watching my little girl sing and dance. She was so distracted she didn't notice I was there. I felt my heart warm and pound; she was perfect for me.

“Did you see the little green bird, Shorty?” I teased, and she was startled.

“Big guy, what a scare!” She put her hand to her chest, but then smiled. “I saw a little bird, but it wasn't green.”

“Shorty, you're so graceful.” I hugged her and pulled her up to kiss her. She wrapped her legs around my waist, surprising me once again. “Is that still the whiskey?”

“I can't lie to a police chief. I'd like to say yes and maintain my reputation as a good girl, but the whiskey's effects have worn off.” This is just me getting more confident and trying to leave the insecure, repressed Manu behind.” There was a cutting sincerity in what she said.

“Hmm, I’m enjoying it!” I encouraged, because I really wanted this confident Manu to come out for good. She was stunning, sexy, and full of little surprises t