Wear something nice." I'm not sure if I have anything suitable." In that case, why don't we get together for lunch and then we'll go shopping?" That s...ounds lovely. You really don't have to do all this." But I insist. You are my current project."Not sure how to react to being called a 'project, ' Stephanie just stood there."Now, why don't I pick you up at your place at 12? Give me your address and number."Stephanie was still not sure how she felt about all this but gave her the information. This time it happened to be the main government computers of the planet. "I will give my bona fides before we begin." I looked around the crowd and said, "Computer, scan my identity crystal now and tell everybody in this room what you find." Yes, my emperor. The crystal," came a voice from the computer, "says that this individual is a captain, fleet admiral and our lawful emperor."There was another gasp this time. I said, "We are presently at war with all Samutz, the ones you call Zooma. Their. Don't get mewrong, the fish was moist and flaky and tender, but that steak wasperfect. We chatted and drank and ate our wonderful meal, and I barelyregistered when the candle was taken away with the plates as the tablewas cleared for a proper dessert. When it was finally time to leave,hours had passed unnoticed.My anticipation grew unbearable on the drive home, and I could barelykeep my eyes on the road. After torturous minutes we finally arrived, andwhen the door closed behind us I turned and. "Stay until we know more," she said finally, but her answer was tentative. Little Donna's safety was paramount in her mind."Katy?" Dad asked."I agree, but beef up our security."Dad pursed his lips and nodded. "All right, but we should also be ready to leave on a moment's notice. Sara, pack for you and Donna. Okay?" I'll pack for you, too, honey," Sara said with a smile."Thanks. Katy, pack Jason's things as well as your own."Being busy helped, and I realized the busywork was part of Dad's plan.