Chapter 8

The next morning, seemed brighter to everyone. The sun shone and the birds chirped. Robbie was on his way to the Mayor's house, with a surprise for Amanda.

Stephanie woke up and looked over at Sportacus. He was still sleeping so she got out of bed quietly. She had been so proud of him. Jumping into the shower, she knew today would be a better day.

Sportacus heard the shower and got out of bed. Today he would track down the person who killed his father. A mischievous grin crossed his face as he slipped into the bathroom.

Silently, he stripped off his pajamas. Then he carefully opened the shower curtain and got in. Stephanie was washing her face and didn't see or hear him. Quickly he grabbed her waist and spun her around. Splashing the soap off, he kissed her.

Stephanie was surprised, but she kissed him back. They separated and she opened her eyes.

"What was that all about?" she asked smiling.

"I just wanted to thank my wife for being so understanding. I thought you'd like a little company in the shower." He teased.

"I don't mind having company in the shower." She said as she kissed him again. The two continued to kiss until the hot water ran out and they both were freezing.

Amanda was eating some cereal in the kitchen when Robbie knocked on the door. She got up to answer it.

"Robbie! You're looking better this morning." Amanda said. He didn't respond. Instead her pulled her close and gave her a big kiss.

"Well I guess I won't be finishing my cereal." Amanda cracked when they parted.

"I have something for you." Robbie said.

"Oh, what is it?" Amanda's eyes lit up.

"I have to show you. Come on." Robbie said. Quickly the two ducked out the door. Amanda's cereal was left to get soggy on the counter.

Captain Dogooder admitted Interpol Agents Anna Brynja and Halldór Sindri into his office. The Icelandic government had sent them to aid in the investigation of Þórir's death. Usually, the Captain would not have liked to have other people coming in but since he was dealing with a sniper, he didn't mind.

"I hope you don't think we're trying to step on your toes, Captain." Agent Brynja said in perfect English.

"Oh no. In a case like this I welcome all the help I can get. How did you learn to speak English so well?" He asked.

"My parents insisted that I know at least three languages besides my own. I also speak German and Russian." She explained.

"Impressive. Well, lets get to the business at hand." Captain Dogooder said.

"Indeed. We understand that you believe it was someone with military training?" Anna asked.

"Yes. I served in the Army and I know a good shot when I see one. The bullet pierced the face right between the eyes. Now my men searched all the nearby buildings and they found where the shooter's nest was. It was on top of the unfinished building near Town Hall. The only evidence someone has been up there, are the marks where they put their tripod." Dogooder explained.

"So that doesn't give us much to go on." Agent Sindri spoke for the first time in broken English.

"I'm afraid so." Captain Dogooder said. There was a knock on the door and Dogooder bade the person to enter.

"Robbie, what's the big surprise?" Amanda asked.

"You'll see. Hang on a second." He said as he lifted the lid of the tube. The two slid down into Robbie's house. Once inside Robbie led Amanda over to the couch. He had her sit down, close her eyes, and stick out her hands. When she opened her eyes there was a box in her hands.

"Go ahead open it." Robbie said anxiously. Amanda took off the brown wrapping paper. Opening the box she saw something that made her smile. It was a brand new Ipod.

"I know it's a little early but I wanted to get you something for our six month anniversary." Robbie explained.

"Oh, you shouldn't have." Amanda said.

"You don't like it?" he asked.

"Oh no. I love it. I just… no one has ever given me such a wonderful present before." Amanda explained. She wrapped her arms around him.

"Thank you, Robbie. Thank you so much." Amanda said.

"I know you like to listen to music and I thought it might help with all the troubles you've been having sleeping." Robbie told her. Tears began to well up in Amanda's eyes. Robbie felt his shoulder getting wet and he pulled away from her. Staring Amanda in the eyes, he noticed her hazel eyes were very sad. He kissed her and held her in his arms.

To Be Continued…