Neither Toni nor Alette made an appearance. One night, Dr. Keller took Ashley dancing.
It was at a small nightclub with a wonderful band. “Are you enjoying yourself?” he asked.
“Very much. Thank you.” She looked at him and said, “You’re not like other doctors.”
“They don’t dance?” “You know what I mean.” He was holding her close, and both of them felt the urgency of the moment.
“That could be very dangerous for both of you, Gilbert....”
Chapter Twenty-five
“I know what the bloody hell you’re trying to do, Dockie. You’re trying to make Ashley think you’re her friend.”
“I am her friend, Toni, and yours.” “No, you’re not. You think she’s great, and I’m nothing.”
“You’re wrong. I respect you and Alette as much as I respect Ashley. You’re all equally important to me.”
“Is that true?” “Yes. Toni, when I told you that you had a beautiful singing voice, I meant it.”
“Do you play an instrument?” “Piano. If I could arrange for you to use the piano in the recreation hall,”
“so you can play and sing, would you be interested?” “I might be.” She sounded excited. Dr. Keller smiled.
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