LINDA KISSED Fritz and hugged him for a long time. With a quick yank, the Oval Office came into view, as did the president and First Lady. Ashley grabbed the door. Fritz took Linda"s hand, and they walked through. He could feel her shaking on her first trip through the portal. The president waved to the others, who watched from the hallway. He reached out and hugged Linda, then shook Fritz"s hand.
“I"m sorry about this. But it"s the safest and quickest way. I hope we"ll have this taken care of quickly. Fritz, Tony is staying in New Jersey until then. If you want to visit, just call me.”
“Thanks, sir. I"ll talk to you later, Lin. I"ll be better knowing you"re here.” He hugged her, kissed her, and took her hand. “I love you,” he said and walked back to the school corridor.
Fritz returned
