It was possible that he had already lost the battle long before he wanted to fight. —Think about it, though, you're still Layla's husband, which is a big step up. She's single, so you could still have that long-awaited chance with her,— said Michael to cheer Bradley up a bit. Despite his harmonious words, Michael knew how difficult all this could be for Bradley. He had never seen Bradley with so much unhappiness in his heart. He could tell how much he loved Layla. —I've done it all, and Layla still hasn't forgiven me,— said Bradley in a low, depressing voice. —Stop putting yourself down, my friend. You're Bradley Simons, the most desirable man in town for women. trust yourself. — —That's what I thought, until Layla made me feel like a stupid creep,— Bradley scowled between drinks.