.." Stop, stop! Maybe we should keep this for another time. I don't feel so good right now." They were both very solicitous of me this morning, pourin... my coffee, holding the doors open and Jack even held his arms around me as we walked to the truck.By the time we were halfway to Covington I was beginning to feel almost normal again. We stopped first at the Covington feed store loading dock. Rufus ordered 300 lbs each of cracked corn and sugar. Jack and I watched as it was loaded into the back. Good chance we can find what we need to make a shelter, or maybe even a dry cave that isn't already inhabited."Alicia turned away and sheathed her dagger, though she was tempted to do it in full view of Thakkor. "Shall we go, then?"Thakkor laughed. "That's the spirit. You ever consider taking up the life of a vagabond sellsword?"If it meant being with you — in a heartbeat, Alicia thought, and almost immediately blushed a vibrant red. Fortunately, the pale light of the moon hid her. It could even be an innocent comment that spills the beans.”“Got it. How’s Jared doing?”“Good. He’s a Lieutenant, and unfortunately is totally in love with a sweet Japanese girl.”“I remember him being pretty good looking,” I said. “Is she coming Stateside with him?”“They aren’t married, so it’s difficult. He’s been talking to an immigration lawyer to figure out the best way to handle it. We could see him tomorrow if you have time.”“He’s in Chicago?” I asked.“He lives somewhere in the northwest. "I work as a waiter in a big hotel in Perth. It's a good job but the pay isn't very good. I work 5 days a week with most weekends working," he explained."If I were to give you an offer would you be able to get at least two references for me. Obviously you will be responsible for the day to day running of the house and will obviously have to control an allowance for food, clothes and other household expenses. I obviously must be satisfied that you can provide me with top class references," I.