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acted as if he were upset, but replied, “No, it’s just a good movie.” 
    Billie inquired, “But, you know that no one could get away with it in real life, don’t you?”  He only grinned.
    For such a joyous occasion, they weren’t in the best of spirits.  The night had taken a sudden turn for the worse.  As soon as they returned, Billie decided she would go home.  Chris was in a grumpy mood and she didn’t want to be around him.  She told him she was leaving, and he didn’t try to stop her.  She wasn’t leaving for good.  They just needed to be apart, to avoid getting on each other’s nerves.  Billie had only been gone for a few minutes, when she realized she had left her work portfolio.  She went back to get it.  She went in the front door and saw it on the bar.  When she picked it up, that is when she saw the suitcase.  It was cracked open on the table and she was curious to find out what it was.  It was a gun. She recognized the bullets, they were armor piercing.  As she shut the lid, she heard someone behind her clearing their throat.  She turned around and said the first thing that came to her mind.  “Planning on a hunting trip?”
    Chris then said, “You know, curiosity killed the cat.” 
    Billie noted, “Well, I’m not a cat.” 
    Thinking of someone you care about with a loaded weapon usually gives you nightmares. It made Billie lose her concentration at work.  She needed someone to talk to, as always.  The opportunity presented itself that very same day.  Her old partner in crime, Bobby Douglas, just happened to be on her agenda for an update to her story.  He was in the news for a charity benefit.  He was the sponsor.  He would be starting a tour in the spring.  When she arrived, he saw her and gave her a hug.  He questioned, “Where have you been hiding?” 
    Billie boasted, “I’ve been busy, in a way.  Sorry I’ve been such a stranger.  I would have visited sooner, but I figured you and Kelly needed time to yourselves.  How is everything?”
    He grinned, “Couldn’t be better.  I hate to say it, but I think what happened added a little spice to our life.  My son asked about you the other day.” 
    Billie added, “I miss them.  I can’t believe he remembers me.  I wouldn’t mind seeing them again.” 
    He suggested, “It’s time to make a date to get together…unless you’re going to be uncomfortable.” 
    "Billie be uncomfortable, never.  Maybe if you locked her in a room full of cockroaches,” announced a voice just a few feet away. 
    Bobby shouted, “Hello, Mr. Brady.  It’s been ages.  What brings you here?” 
    Chris relayed, “Didn’t you know? I’m also a sponsor.  I plan on making quite a large donation.  I’m surprised I have money left over from my blood sucking wife and the lawyers.  What was I interrupting?” 
    Bobby assured, “Just a conversation among friends.  Catching up on old times.  You know Billie, don’t you?” 
    Chris grinned, “As a matter of fact...” 
    Billie interrupted, “Yes, Chris and I go way back.” 
    Chris added, “To about five months, to be precise.” 
    Billie reminded, “You remember the time we met at the Nashville bar and grill?  Don’t you Bobby?” 
    Bobby admitted, “Yes, around the time I patched things up with my wife.  I can’t believe time has passed so quickly.” 
    Chris declared, “It was the turning point in my divorce, a new lease on life and my short lived bachelor days.” 
    While Chris was busy spinning yarns of his turbulent times, Billie was beginning to wonder what his point might be.  Or what he was really up to.  She taunted, “I hate to break up this wonderful conversation, but I did come here to interview BOBBY.” 
    Chris replied, “I am sorry.  I guess that is my cue.  But, please be sure and interview me before you leave.” 
    He left the room and Bobby made a strange face. He joked, “He’s not the same person, is he? Does he have an