Chapter Five - Abbyssinia

Carter pulled out the car in front of Abby's apartment in almost the exact same spot, as had a few hours before. He turned off the engine and the two of them sat there in silence.

"That was a, err, nice evening." Said Abby.

"Yeah."

"We should do it again some time."

"Uh-huh."

Again silence.

"Do you want me to walk you to your apartment?"

"Sure."

They got out of the car and went up the stairs to Abby's apartment.

Abby saw Carter take a look around. "Not the same as the mansion."

"No. But it does have a certain charm."

"The sorts of charm you only get it rubbish, run-down, cheap apartment buildings?"

"Yeah. That kind of charm."

They arrived at Abby's front door. She fumbled around in her purse for the key. Finally she found it and unlocked her door.

The two of them shared a look. "Do you want to come inside for some coffee?"

"I probably shouldn't. You having an early shift an all."

'Yeah."

"Well. Good night." He turned and walked away.

Abby watched him until he was out of sight and said in a low voice, "Good night to you too." Then she entered her apartment.

Outside Carter just sat for a moment inside his car. Then he turned on the engine and drove off.