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The rest of the day I spent with Brett. After a grilled lunch, Brett and I left so Lil could take a nap without worrying about entertaining us. Mike and Lil looked relieved but were too polite to agree with the decision and only voiced a small protest that was quickly put to rest when we promised we’d return with Chinese takeout for dinner.
“Where are we going?” I asked as Brett pulled out of the driveway.
“I thought we could drive around a bit and I could show you some of the sights. Then we have to head back to my place before we pick up dinner.”
“Oh, did you forget something there?”
He smiled wickedly. “There are so many things I forgot to do.”
His words were not lost on me. I returned his smile. “I’m happy to help in any way I can.”
“I’ll hold you to that.”
“My pleasure.”
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