Chapter 13: Two Bits of Good News
Robert brought in two bowls of porridge and set them down in front of his guests. “Just like Oliver Twist.” He returned from the kitchen with a pot of tea, cups, saucers, and some good news.
“Did a little investigating this morning while you two slept in.” He flashed a smile and winked at them. “Couldn’t sleep and was wide awake before the six o’clock Mass.” He took a large spoonful of his cereal, made a face, and then pushed it aside.
“Not to be rude,” Edward said, “but what exactly did you discover?”
“I found your Dorothy Perkins,” he said, glancing across at Leslie.
“Well, she’s not mine. Just have memories of her running about, putting a damper on the fun we got into.”
“She was in the telephone listings. There were several Perkins in our area but
