Michael started to laugh as he grabbed his shirt. “Yes boss. I love a good rescue.”
A few moments later, in a loaded SUV, Alec was driving with Angeline in the passenger seat giving directions. Michael and Betty were in the back seats. No one really spoke except for Angeline, who was giving directions as best she could. They stopped once to get fuel and snacks. Angeline was surprised to be included in this. She reached for a blue gatorade but hesitated and grabbed the smallest water there was. She lingered over some skittles. Alec smiled, observing her. When they went to the register to pay, Alec had his arms full. He grabbed several different drinks and snacks, including the blue gatorade and the three different types of skittles that were offered. Angeline looked on and smiled. Betty la
