Myra and the lawyer, Kevin Altwood, walked out of the Arles County Council meeting followed by David. The meeting had been a bit heated, but this time the County Council had agreed to allow the location of the Antoinette MacDonald Hospital on the outskirts of Schmidt"s Corner. She knew she would need to thank David. The Council had been as opposed as before. That meant David had used his mind to change their votes. She had to admit he was clever enough to make it a majority, not a unanimous vote.
“I"ll see Ms. Rolfe to her auto,” said David once they were outside.
“It"s not necessary,” Myra muttered.
“Oh, but it is, Dr. Rolfe. This is still the South, y"all know.” Altwood smiled. “That went better than I expected. Congratulations.” He nodded at them and walked to his vehicle wondering w
