Malcolm took a stopover at the gas station. He was driving out after he had his tank filled when his phone rang. He took it out of his pocket to check who it was. He was on the road, quite right, but he had to check. He rolled his eyes and heaved a heavy sigh. Renie. He slowed down and kept close to the curb. He still had one hand on the wheel.
"Renie?"
"Hello, Malcolm. You're having a wonderful morning right? I thought you were supposed to come over for a bit. Remember the surprise I had for you?"
Malcolm took his hand subconsciously and momentarily off the steering and ran it down his face. Shoot! He had promised her that he'd be there to see whatever surprise she had for him.
"I'm so sorry, Renie. I almost missed it. I'm on my way to Milwaukee."
"Oh...." Renie noted and
