It had been ages since he had encountered anything so unusual but his curiosity was not aroused, he had more important things to worry about, like his...prey. Since whatever caused the distortion was not doing anything, he decided to ignore its intrusion into his territory ... for now.Just as he was starting to relax and refocus on the people around him, a series of gusts of displaced air swirled around and eight new heartbeats suddenly appeared to his perception. They were like the people around. . creepy landlords," Kendra supplied."No more creepy landlords, or throwing rent money into a shitty two-bedroom apartment we'd never own." He held her face in his hands. "We're finally starting our grownup life."Kendra's arms slid around him. "I guess things are looking up, after all." She smiled, and pulled him closer. "Well, one thing is definitely up, anyway."He grinned. "Wanna see how many rooms we can 'christen' today?"They ran into the house hand-in-hand, giddy and elated.Nancy Perillo. " Are you sure our governments will let us visit here?" I don't see why not," responded Maureen. "Some of those from your countries special ops have visited. Our Communications staff goes to considerable effort to make sure visitors are not included in any photos or videos they release. With respect to communications while you are here, phones and Internet would be the same as you've had this time. As to your stay here this time, it wouldn't surprise us if you were debriefed when you return to. "I'll take that as a promise." But there was a twinkle in her eye as she said it. She began to peel some carrots.I rolled my eyes at Hank. A knowing smile spread across his rugged face."Troy, I saw that!" scolded my Mother. She tossed a piece of carrot at me, hitting me in the leg.Hank winked at me, then excused himself to go to the bathroom."Angie sure is a beautiful girl," my Mom continued after he left. "And so slim and fit, as I recall. Does she work out?" Yup, lots. She does aerobics three.