They stood at the door, both hesitant to enter. It was Alex who finally rang the doorbell.
"We're early," Bobby said.
"I know," she replied, "but Emily Post says five minutes early is okay."
"So... is this social or business?"
She elbowed him. "Don't sweat it. Just eat his burgers and drink his beer and don't discuss MCS or the security business unless he does."
"Aren't you nervous?" he asked.
"Yeah, about my macaroni - I can't remember if I added salt."
Bobby laughed just as the door swung open. Angie Deakins kissed them both and pulled them through to the patio.
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