As it turned out, time had run out either way because, for a second day in a row, Kiki came barreling into the store with more surprises in hand. This time he was noticeably more excited, and I knew right away that I was in trouble.
“Well, Secret,” he began, “the team had a practice game last night and Larry and I told them how Seattle was a fete accompli, as we now have our star performers lined up and…”
“But I…” I tried to interrupt.
No good, he continued on through. “… that, between Sparkle’s good looks and large circle of friends and your, well your, um, energy and all (gee, that made me feel great), the night would most certainly be an enormous success. So, just a quick FYI before I get going to work, the show is three weeks from this Sunday at The Stud and starts at nine sharp. I’
