Liplovinman
who knows?
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- Sep 29, 2010
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He looked at her and tilted his head. It would ruin the surprise to tell her now - he had no control over the smirk that spread across his face.
"I spent many years in homicide, vice and narcotics, it's interesting what you collect without it ever being missed."
He enjoyed being vague, she wanted to stay and if she were to stay, she'd have to deal with any eventuality.
He gave her the grand tour, a sweep of his hand and a point in the direction of the outside toilet.
"Water comes from the pump outside, but I don't recommend drinking it without boiling it first. We have a fresh water tank on the roof, for drinking only. Just turn the spigots." Again he pointed for her.
If he made it sound as if he was leaving, it was the correct assumption.
"I have an hour more on my shift and I need to turn in the cruiser. Matches are on the shelf beside the stove. Let's see what kind of homecoming you give me...."
He turned and went quickly out the door.
"I spent many years in homicide, vice and narcotics, it's interesting what you collect without it ever being missed."
He enjoyed being vague, she wanted to stay and if she were to stay, she'd have to deal with any eventuality.
He gave her the grand tour, a sweep of his hand and a point in the direction of the outside toilet.
"Water comes from the pump outside, but I don't recommend drinking it without boiling it first. We have a fresh water tank on the roof, for drinking only. Just turn the spigots." Again he pointed for her.
If he made it sound as if he was leaving, it was the correct assumption.
"I have an hour more on my shift and I need to turn in the cruiser. Matches are on the shelf beside the stove. Let's see what kind of homecoming you give me...."
He turned and went quickly out the door.