Egil Hansen. Thank you for meeting me under such circumstances and let me apologize from the bottom of my heart for what has happened.” 

 

“I’ve heard it a hundred times,” She quickly made her way over to the bed and sat down, relieving herself of the pressure of her high heels, “I wish I could travel in time and skip ahead a year. Then, all of the empty condolences would be in the past.” Vera motioned her eyes towards the mini refrigerator.

 

“May I get you a drink?” The Officer asked.

 

“Why else would we be meeting in a dusty hotel room?” She laughed as she peeled off her coat. South Dakota springs were not very warm. 

 

“I didn’t want to offend you--”

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