"Them three big black boys, studs, they're going with me, over to the college." Really?" the teacher said, confused, surprised."Yeah, I jus' talked 'e...m into registering here, found 'em this summer, out a'district y'know, but they don't go to classes, not often anyhow, so I'll sign 'em up over there and maybe, just maybe, they might learn something." He sniffed and grinned. "Could happen. Pigs fly. Sides, don' cost nothin'." What's that leave, eight or nine kids?" Yeah, sorry, but you can move. "The console signaled that another attempt to crack my passwords had been initiated. I generated a new block and used it to cut the connection before glancing over my shoulder. "They don't stop for every long," I said. "What can I do?" Can you set up a connection with Athena?" Brittany asked."Not if there is an attempt to hijack the pad active," I said. "Why?"Brittany sighed. "This is bad. We can't even talk to them in real time. They got in touch with us using an old laser system. Candi got it. She looked rearward in time to feel his hand on her back, pushing her torso forward, while her dress was lifted."Oh, hey," she said, making eye contact with the man's deep green eyes as she leaned on her hands, her hair slightly cascading into her view.He was older, probably early 40s. Nice, shorter hair with some grey, several inches taller than her, and he was sweaty like he had just gone for a run, his tanned white skin still glistening in the late morning light."Hey, watch the waters. "Is this where you want me?" I pursed my lips."Not happening, Barb," I said patiently. She bit her lip again, reaching up to work the top button of her blouse. I shook my head,"Your mom will be home any minute." Bev can keep her occupied." Unh-uh," I shook my head, trying not to stare at the expanse of skin being exposed. Damn, there was no way she was 16. But I had no proof ... and when I had proof, there would be less reason to consider enjoying the playground she offered. "My rules stand..