“As usual. What does yours say?”I read the markings on the side. “It says ‘Diff’. Difference, maybe? Even though I can’t see a difference....��“I think it might be diffusion.”“Hmm. All right, maybe there’s something to it.” I peered through the filter at the room beyond, but whatever effect the glass was producing, it was understated. It was only when I turned to look at Shannon’s face through it that I caught onto the slight softness it seemed to produce.She smiled exaggeratedly at me as I eyed. Chicago’s good at clearing the streets.” “Okay. Be careful anyway. So, when will you be home?” “If all goes well, I’m hoping to catch a flight tomorrow evening.” “Not soon enough. I miss you,” she pouted. “Miss you too. I need to pull over and get gas.” “Send me the information about where you’re staying when you stop, and call me when you get to the hotel. I don’t want you distracted while you’re driving.” He chuckled at her mothering him. “Will do. Here’s my exit. Love you.” “Love you too.. She surprised him with a playful slap in the face. "Hey, what was that about?" Aaron laughed. Kristy wasn't laughing. She wiped away the accumulating tear from Aaron's face, then grabbed his jaw and forced it to face towards her, as she addressed him in a serious fashion. "Hey. Listen to me," she said while staring into his eyes intently, "don't you ever think like that again. Everything happens for a reason. " "I suppose so," he replied, "it's just that...." "Shhhh!" she responded as she cut. He reported back by radio. I suggested that he enter the premises to see what might be there. He acknowledged and I could see him hand the reins of his horse to Melody. He came out a moment later and reported."I found the family. They all died of the virus. The house has had no one in it. It's in good shape still and there are plenty of goods stored. We need to send an expedition here to scavenge." Possibly. We have only checked out one house. I want to check a lot of houses before we go that.