Checkmate
Checkmate The rain was pouring down as Paul stepped onto the soaked sidewalk. The dim streetlights barely kept the darkness of night at bay. Pulling his jacket collar up against his neck in attempts to keep the rain out, Paul quickened his pace. "What a dismal evening!" he grumbled as rain ran down his face and soaked his hair. "So much for that great weekend of fun and sun!" Looking at his watch, Paul could see he was already late for his double date with his roommate Steve....