"Oh no, no. Fannie's place is a wonderland for Thomas. He has a playroom there and Fannie keeps him well entertained. He prefers to stay with her than being here at home. I'll go get him when he's all worn out."
"That's sweet of Fannie."
"She doesn't have any children. She regards Thomas as her grandson and all the love goes to him," she said. "Oh, so much love," she said in a deep voice, raising her head up.
He laughed.
She relished his company and had no desire to part ways yet.
"Would you like to join me for a nightcap?" she inquired.
He gazed at her, a question in his eyes.
"What? Friends can share a nightcap," she quipped, quoting his earlier words as she opened the door.
He snickered and followed her inside.
Entering her living room, he found it to be tidy and well-kept. Eve
