CHAPTER 7


I walked over to Andrea's apartment, but she wasn't there. I knew she was with the Governor, and I tried not to be jealous.

I would straighten this all out as soon as I could. Because I couldn't stand things being this way for much longer.

I walked around Woodbury, making sure everything was secure. Finally, it was dinner time. I knew I would see her then. Because I often took my meals with the Governor, Andrea, Milton, and Merle.

I entered the Governor's apartment, where I saw Andrea seating down with him and Milton.

"Join us Martinez," the Governor said warmly.

I took the seat closet to Andrea, and I could feel the tension in the room. Did he know?

"You hear the news? I am moving in with Philip," Andrea says looking over at me.

I can see the look of concern in her eyes and I am at lost for words. What could I really say or do?

"She wasn't sure at first, but I persuaded her. Isn't that right, sweetheart?" He grins.

"Yes," Andrea says taking a sip of her wine.

The rest of the meal was quiet from my end.

I put alot of butter on my bread, and watched as Andrea laughed at his every word. I found myself getting sick with jealousy.

Maybe, I was kidding myself thinking I even had a chance. I couldn't really complete with the Governor, could I?

"I am going to take a walk before curfew," she says looking over at Philip for permission.

"Ten minutes," he says releasing her hand.

I know this is my sign to follow her, and I look for an excuse to leave.

"I think I better head home. I'll see you tommorrow," I said pushing up my chair.

"Goodnight," The Governor says as I walk out the door.

I take a deep breath, looking to make sure noone is following me.

Then I speed up looking for her, and there she is standing in the middle of the road.

"Andrea," I said taking her into my arms.