CHAPTER 50
“EVERYTHING’S SET, SIR.” Admiral Parker’s driver takes him toward his quarters.
“Thank you, Airman. You managed to shop for me?”
“Yes, sir. You’re grilling T-bone steaks tonight. Seasoned and ready for the grill. You’ll find potato salad in the fridge, along with an artichoke casserole dish that’s to die for. Simply stick it in the oven for a few minutes. For dessert, I picked up a triple chocolate mousse cake. The ladies love it.”
“Hey, who said I had a lady visiting?”
The driver smiled. “Wild guess, sir.”
“You outdid yourself today. I appreciate your help.”
Parker enters his quarters and does a double take. Everything appears spotless. The table is set with a centerpiece of candles. A bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon waits on the kitchen counter along with an opener. The ad
