She looked damn good was the thought he had and he made an effort to tell her that she did. She blushed a little in hearing him complimenting her on h...r looks.Instead of going to his country club he asked her if she had a preference for a restaurant and she mentioned a fish and steak restaurant that had recently received good reviews. A quick phone call Dan made secured a reservation. Cindy offered and Dan accepted a cocktail at her place before heading to the restaurant.As they were walking to. I learned the Cassius Empire stuff then half of the Collective stuff I needed to know and then the war began. Earth is moving ahead quickly and I could study there but I have decided I want to go back to University and learn in the most evolved society. That would be the Dinnion, it is also safer than it would be on Uzliumbax planets,” Craig explained.“Craig, I am delighted you are going that way. It is an excellent idea. How are the family doing?” asked Jason.The boys are doing well and they. Come for lunch and we can knock over a bottle of wine.’ ‘Good thinking. I’m going into the village to open accounts at the general store and the veterinary clinic.’ ‘Use our account at the vet’s clinic. I’ll phone though to authorize that now. Your bull and horse remain station property won’t they?’ ‘Yes.’ ‘Well then we pay.’ ‘Thank you Midge. God it will be great seeing you and Allan again.’ ‘Can’t wait. I’ll get the horses in for you to make your pick. Allan will be grumpy if you pick his. " Smiling, I said, "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to imply that you were ignorant. And yes, I know the song very well. I'm old." "You're not all that old and frankly I'm finding you very interesting." "And I'm certain you're very interesting too, but I'm sorry, tonight I'm not looking for companionship or even conversation." "So why are you here?" "I already told you, I wanted a beer." "Right." Her tone dripped with disbelief. "Believe me or don't believe me, that's your choice. It's what I'm.