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and turned to Alicia. “Mom, I didn’t know you had a semi-nudist colony next door,” he joked.
    â€œIt would appear so.” She huffed and turned to Lauren. “I rest my case.”
    Ten minutes later the volleyball rolled over again and this time Nathaniel was behind it.
    Alicia leaped up. “Mr. Becker!” she called as she walked toward him.
    He smiled. “Good afternoon, Ms. Archer. It’s a lovely day, isn’t it?”
    â€œIt was. Are you holding the games for the topless Olympics?”
    â€œWe’re just having a little outdoor fun. Care to join us?”
    â€œNo, thank you. Where are their tops?”
    â€œIn the house, I guess.”
    â€œI’d appreciate if they’d put them on if they’re going to come into my yard. I prefer not to see so much silicone after lunch. It spoils my digestion.”
    â€œWhat makes you think they’re not the real thing?”
    â€œCome now, Mr. Becker, you’re a doctor.”
    â€œI’m interested to hear your take on why you think the boobs aren’t real.”
    â€œI don’t know, maybe gravity for one thing. With the way they’re scampering about, real boobs would have at the very least bruised their chins, put an eye out or caused them some other kind of discomfort.”
    Nathaniel chuckled. “I guess I can’t argue the point.”
    â€œThank you.”
    He looked over and saw Kurt. “Are you sure it’s a problem? I’m positive your son didn’t mind.” He walked away from her. “Excuse me, I’m going to say hello.”
    â€œYou leave my son out of this.” She was on his heels.
    â€œHey, Kurt.”
    Kurt sat up. “Hey, Nate.” They shook hands.
    â€œHow are you?”
    â€œGood. I’m starting grad school in the fall.”
    â€œCool.” He nodded. “Your mother tells me you’re bothered by my guests coming over here.”
    â€œThey don’t bother me.”
    â€œKurt!”
    â€œI’ve seen topless women before, Mom. It’s no big deal.”
    â€œWhat!”
    â€œThat’s not an image you want to leave your mother with, Kurt,” Lauren said loudly.
    â€œHey, Lauren.” Nathaniel waved.
    â€œHey, Nate.” She leaned back in the chair.
    â€œKurt, while I appreciate your open-mindedness, I will try to keep the scampering to a minimum.”
    â€œThank you,” Alicia said.
    Nathaniel looked over at the sliding doors and saw Harrison carrying a tray. “Here comes Harry with some more lemonade for you and your guests, Ms. Archer. Why don’t you have a glass and cool off?”
    She made a face.
    â€œEnjoy the day, everyone.” He turned and walked back to his bevy of still-topless beauties.
    Alicia shook her head in disgust. “God help me! I’m living next to a booby wonderland.” She sat back down in her chair while Harrison refilled her glass. “Thanks, Harrison.” She took a long sip. “Not a word, Lauren!” she warned.
    â€œWhat did I say? I didn’t say a thing.”
    â€œNo, but I can hear you thinking.”
    â€œWell, as long as I’m going to get in trouble for thinking it, I might as well say it. He really gets under your skin.”
    â€œYou see what I have to deal with. The man has no couth.”
    Kurt walked over to get some lemonade. “Nate’s a fun guy.”
    â€œIn a Penthouse kind of way,” Alicia scoffed.
    â€œIt’s obvious he likes you, Alicia. Why else would he take the time to bother you?”
    â€œYou should see the way he looks at her when she turns her back,” Harrison interjected.
    â€œI’ve seen it, too, Harrison,” Lauren agreed.
    â€œWhat kind of conversation is this to have in front of my child?”
    â€œI’m not a kid, Mom. Besides, I think he likes you, too.”
    â€œDon’t be silly. Nathaniel Becker has his hands full with nubile