> This was conceived in a moment of utter madness just before I had to 
> teach class. Apologies to all the Nunkies Anonymus out there:
> 
> Highest Bid
> 
> "Nicholas, this is unforgivable." Lacroix's irate face appeared 
> behind Nick's computer screen. "How can you be so disrespectful?"
> "Aw, come on, let's give the NA a treat. And the bid is already at 
> $1000."
> 
> Lacroix calmed down a bit at that.
> 
> "Really? But still, I expect an apology."
> "What did you have in mind?"
> "I want you to apologize live on CERK tonight. I've got a reputation 
> to keep in the community."
> 
> Nick gulped. Maybe he had gone to far this time?
> "And you will spend the day with me." Lacroix leered at Nick who 
> grinned back.
> "OK."
> 
> Lacroix looked at the screen. The utter humiliation. But then …
> Somebody had just paid a small fortune for his pair of red silk 
> boxers with the words "I love Nicholas" stitched on them.
> 
> Damn Nick, damn e-bay!
> 
> The End