“I’m sorry to hear that.” From the tone of Angie’s voice, he could tell she meant it. “I guess I’ll get going, then.” Angie stood up and walked to the door. “Dr. Cameron,” she said, turning back, “you’ve always been my favorite professor. I hope things work out.”
“Thanks, Angie.” Billy waited for her to leave and close the door behind her before he started calling around to a few professors he’d done favors for in the past. When that was done, he braced himself for the call he was dreading. He was obligated to tell Professor Douglas about the missing manuscript. Three minutes later, he replaced the receiver and sat back. “Well, that’s the end of that.” Billy stood and pulled out some boxes. He might as well get a head start on the packing.
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“Can I get you anything?” Mara motioned M
