”That was clear as mud, thought Jack. Any further thought was interrupted by Sharley. The redhead had pulled on a long robe and had come out to the ...atio with him. “Lord, is everything all right?” she asked.“Just fine. I was feeling a little restless, so I decided to come out here and let you sleep.” He knew without thinking about it that it was 3:47.“Lord, with the extra processors, I was able to fashion a data link to your communication device. It is primitive, but adequate,” interjected. Earlier, Elise had me drive over to the country inn near the chalet and declared it suitable for us."For us, dear?" Yes, of course for us. Don't you think that I have earned a holiday, after all this turmoil you created? Don't worry. I won't interfere with the treatment. However, I think that you should let Karla know that I am near. If she needs support or solace, I shall be there for her."Alfred agreed, yet voiced his doubts regarding that, in his eyes, questionable hostelry."Never mind. It. And with the right guest clothing just gets in the way.”I had to ask, “Ginjer, I could not help but notice that you have shaved your pubic hair. I would have expected that ladies your age would leave things alone down there.”“Z, I like that name Z, I did leave nature alone.”“Will I be able to stop shaving when I become a senior citizen?”“Probably not. My pubic hair gradually started falling out about 15 years ago. I mentioned it in my annual physical. My lovely Dr. Parr ran some tests. Bottom. Andrew tried to avoid eye contact with her, wondering howmuch she knew about his situation, until she handed him aglass jar. "Mr. Hobson," she said gently, "you have theopportunity to leave a sperm deposit, if you wish, in caseyou ever want to have children." When he looked at her, hereyes had the saddest expression. "I know this must bedifficult for you. Let me know when you're through." Beforehe could respond, she went out into the hall and closed thedoor quietly behind herself.Andrew stared.