Sarah came face to face with Lorna Smith, who had just ascended the steps. Lorna looked rather the worse for wear, her eyes puffy and her make-up smeared, and she was brought up short when she saw Sarah and her male friend. For a second, it seemed as if she would turn and run. However, she made an effort to pull herself together and do the proper thing.
"Oh, Sarah. I did not realize you would still be there," Lorna said.
"I am sorry," Sarah apologized, with a discreet glance at her wrist. "We had some late visitors, and then it took time to pack up and make sure all the doors and windows were secured."
Lorna nodded, but distractedly like Sarah's words had not really registered in her mind. "And who is this?" Lorna asked. Even under the circumstances, with her mind clearly on something e
