Chapter 34

They seemed to be taking a stance as her brothers stood there with their arms crossed.

We've discussed this, and Joan and Doris will be available to assist you at the restaurant. Don't even consider saying no after all this bother we've gone through.

“I…” She was at a loss for words, so she just started hugging her brothers.

Doris grasped Carl's hand and added, "Take care of her, buddy."

I will," he said solemnly. The answer is "I promise."

Damaging her will result in your death, Margaret Margaret. Katie tapped him on the shoulder and said, "Let's call this the shovel discussion," as Ellen snorted.

Joan's upbeat greeting was simply, "Have fun." Everybody gave Ellen another embrace before stepping back and heading up the flight of steps.

To what destination are we traveling?

To keep the surprise, he grinned at her and said. "Besides, you seem interested enough to stay put," she said.

"I doubt I can get away at 50,000 feet," she said, staring at his jet.