“Really?  Now?”

“Right now.” Drake smiled.  “I’ll phone and make a booking at one of the hotels.  We leave in fifteen minutes.”

“I don’t have any clothes, or toiletries.” Amanda said.

“Help yourself to my sister’s stuff - second floor, third room on the left.  She’s about your size.  There should be a suitcase in her closet.”

Amanda’s eyes filled with tears.  “Thank you, Drake. I don’t know what I would have done without your help today!” 

“You would have done the same for me.” He replied.  “Go get ready.”

“What about my car!” Amanda exclaimed.  “It’s still at the roadhouse!”

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