Chapter 13
In the wee hours of the morning Professor Scherer escorted Anna to the waiting limousine and Peter’s care. “Make sure she gets home safely.”
“You know I will, Professor,” Peter answered, assisting her into the back seat of the vehicle, before he asked the professor, “At what time shall I return for you?”
“Don’t worry about me. I will see myself home. Fräulein Klausen, it was a pleasure having you here this evening. Goodnight.” Professor Scherer performed a small bow and then returned inside.
Peter took the driver’s seat and remained quiet until he had pulled out onto the streets. Due to blackout restrictions darkness enveloped the automobile, but still Anna could feel his eyes on her in the mirror.
She had no idea how he drove through the dark night with the dimmed headligh
