Family Values

Kit stared, mesmerized, as Chris spoke into the camera. “I won’t blame you if you hate me for hiding this from you. Before I met you, I used to dress up nights and weekends. I’ve been doing this since I got out of school. Even before then, I used to fantasize about being a girl, ever since I snuck into my mother’s closet and tried on some of her clothes when I was a kid. It used to turn me on, and even now I still get a rush from it, but that’s not the reason I’m doing this now.”

The girl sat back on the sofa and crossed her silky legs. “When we started going out, I forgot all about Chrissy, and I really thought that you had cured me somehow. But more and more, I’ve found myself longing to become her again, and not just part time, but for keeps. I would have done this sooner if it weren’t for the way I knew it would make you feel. Even if this hurts you now, it’s better that you know about me so you can get on with your life. Goodbye, Kit. I’ll always love you.”

Kit stared at the blank screen as tears rolled down her cheeks. She didn’t know how long she had been sitting there when she heard a knock on the door. Like a zombie, she got up from the sofa and walked across the room. When she opened the door, she got her second shock of the day. Standing in front of her, wearing the same dress she wore when she made the videotape, was Chris.

“I’m sorry I didn’t have the balls to tell you in person, but I guess that’s part of the problem,” she said with a rueful smile. “Do you mind if I come in?” Before Kit could answer, Chris stepped inside and closed the door.

Kit’s hurt and confusion were released in a sudden explosion. “You bastard!” she cried. “How could you do this?” She was shaking uncontrollably when Chris took her into her arms, and despite herself, she hugged Chris back as she sobbed. “I loved you! Why are you doing this to me?”