Charles’ moustache twitched with amusement, but he continued to study her curiously.Turning to face the men with him, Lynette said, “Vice Admiral ...acres, I wanted to wish you and your command staff good speed and a safe journey to the Brimorian border.”Richard Dacres inclined his head politely. “Thank you, Fleet Admiral. I’m honoured that you’d be here for our departure. I’ll see that the Vengeance of Hera is safely delivered to Admiral Morgan.”“I have every confidence that you will,” she said. Things werequiet for a couple more minutes."What's it feel like?" I suddenly inquired."What does what feel like, Allie?" Alex tilted her head."You know! All the moaning, groaning, and squeaking of springs!" Hey...wow, ya know, I think I'll be in the office. You two yell if youneed something!" Spencer hurried out of the kitchen. We heard theoffice door close with a slight click.Alex waited a minute. "You know that second night...in our rack?" I'm still embarrassed about that, but yes, I. How does that sound?" "That sounds good. Thanks, Pete," Lana said as she stood up. Pete stood up and took a step towards her. She walked towards him and joined him in a long hug, that transitioned into a kiss. When that broke, she turned and walked back out the door. Pete stood for a moment and then realized he had his work cut out. Pete was able to figure out what to do in short order. He went furniture shopping Friday and Saturday. Sunday, he had a plan. 8 o'clock came and the girls arrived. ”Cayenne shot me a contemptuous glare. “Get in,” she ordered.The drive to the suit rental shop was even more parlous than the previous afternoon because Cayenne was clearly in a hurry. I sighed with relief that we were still alive when we arrived.Cayenne stomped into the shop, with me trailing meekly behind. “Do you have my partner’s tuxedo ready for a final fitting?” she asked.When I caught up with her, I found that she’d addressed the question to the handsy assistant. He blanched when he saw.