Hanging By A Thread

''What is it?'' Shadow asked, looking very interested in Barter's thoughts.

Barter had been looking at him with so much intensity, he had to know what was on Barter's mind while he was looking at him.

Barter looked at Shadow closely.

If he told Barter what he knew, everything could take another turn for the worst, but he also wanted Laura Ban to face the repercussion of the trouble that she had doled out on others.

Shadow stared at Barter, waiting for an answer.

''I was just wondering when you will ever settle down with one woman. You should be married by now, you know...'' Barter suddenly said.

Shadow was surprised.

''Are you kidding me right now?'' he asked Barter.

Barter shook his head.

''Nope! After you lost your ex-wife, I could understand you staying away from relationships and not wanting to commit to anyone anymore, but it's been nearly ten years since that happened. Don't you think you need someone by you to make you feel better? You know what I mean. Even gangstas nee