For a moment, Carlos went silent again. She could tell she said something wrong. She was also sure he’d let her know about it. ‘So that’s what all this is about.’

“Hee hee, Mr. Handsome.

“Debbie!” her husband snapped.

“Yeah?” she replied immediately.

“So it’s about Emmett again. Do you remember how many times you’ve tried to get me to go easy on him?” Every time Emmett made a mistake, she would plead with Carlos for him, sweeter and softer than ever. She wouldn’t even do that for herself. But she liked the guy. He was well-meaning, no matter what.

” Debbie pleaded with a giggle.

“I just don’t want him in trouble because of me. He helped me out. And you didn’t thank him but instead plan to exile him to some remote village. That’s not fair.”

deserves it,” Carlos said

His stubbornness frustrated Debbie.

more of your time. Bye,

rubbed his throbbing temples. Before

not in hot water

said joyfully,

out a

with this

I promise I won’t do it again. Honey,

voice was sweet

the phone, Debbie turned to

of things from farms to little communities could be seen on the drive. Half an

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