But I feel so much better today!’ ‘That’s great honey. Listen, your father and I are taking the night off. It’s been a long time since we’ve... been so busy, so we’re going for dinner, movie and the works. Will you be fine on your own?’ ‘Good timing, I’m going with Nat to Drew’s tonight. There’s a football game on and she wants some company.’ ‘Sure, don’t stay out too late!’ The coffee machine signalled its completion and her mother opened the fridge before closing it with a curious look on her. The mood was tense. Nadia replied ‘I have reviewed the problem and I am pretty sure it is simply a matter of reloading a 64-bit interface to match your robots’ accuracy. If you will give us just one more chance, I think I can firm up the situation to your satisfaction. I will give it my personal attention. ‘ Mr. Keyes looked disgusted and waved her away with the back of his hand. Dumb blonde thinks she can correct the problem with….wait a minute, THAT MIGHT WORK! Why hadn’t he thought of that?. I feel my nipples tighten as the breeze picks up. Well no use standing out here. I may have ruined my date but i could still salvage some part of the night. A sly grin crosses my face as i think about maybe chatting up Jerry. He's sexy in a sweet way. I'm sure he's got some sexy body under there... I mean he does work in construction. I walk over to his door, knock, no answer. Hmmm his truck is here, he must be home. I ring his door bell... nothing. I knock harder and his door opens a bit.. I didn't marry you and move here to live like a bachelor. When did you last speak to Sarah, or one of the other girls?"She shook her head."What about your father?"Her face, already pale, went white. After a longish pause, she said, "Um ... nearly three weeks." She made to stand. "I must..." Sit! Eat!"She sank back into the chair and took another mouthful. "Emma," I went on, "I don't want you to change who you are. I admire ... and love ... your intelligence, your intensity, your focus. I don't.
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