Chapter 32

"If that's the case, then I will personally arrange for a transfer for you, but they're a pretty understanding bunch if you give them a chance. I'll make it clear that this was all my fault."

"In that case I'd really like to work there, I want to stay near Tom now that we're getting married."

AJ nodded and then in the hopes of changing the subject he said, "I saw Krista today and would like to ask you a question."

"I could have seen her today too, if only you hadn't had your young Lieutenant detain me," Krystal cried softly. "What is your question, Admiral?"

"Do you love your sister, Krystal?"

"Love her! Of course I love her, I've spent years looking for her. Why would you ask such a ridiculous question, Admiral?"

"Because, Krista thinks you hate her and doesn't want to see her," quietly replied AJ.

"But I love her! What could have possibility have given her the idea that I could ever hate her and not want her in my life?"

"I'm afraid she wouldn't tell me. I was hoping you would go and talk to her. I think there are a lot of unanswered questions the two of you need time to just sit and talk about," he said looking her in the eyes, which reminded him so of Krista's. "I think you need to go and talk to her soon and resolve these differences immediately."

"Who are you to tell me what to do? You've gotten my sister pregnant without even knowing her last name," she yelled. "How dare you come into my home and give me advice on how to handle my family problems when you've caused enough trouble lately to last a lifetime!"

"I can't argue with you Krystal and I won't. Just go see Krista and soon. She needs her family near her now. She won't let me help her, but maybe she'll break down and accept help from you," he replied rubbing his now throbbing head. "If there was anything I could do for her believe me I would do it, I care for her a great deal."

"Yes, I can tell, you've gotten her pregnant and now sending me in to pick up the pieces," sneered Krystal.

"You can check with Krista, and she'll tell you that she and I have never made love, Krystal. She went to a sperm bank and received my sperm by mistake. That's why she is carrying my children," he said shocking her long enough to get her attention. "I placed a deposit in a sperm bank that was never suppose to be used, but there was a mix up due to a computer error and Krista is now carrying my twins. Now will you go talk to her?"

"Give me her address and I'll go see if she needs anything and I'll do what I can," replied Krystal stunned. "Tom, will you go with me?"

"Yes, of course I'll go with you. I just can't imagine another woman as beautiful as you Krystal, but AJ tells me you are identical!" he smiled trying to ease the situation.

"Krystal, here's the address, and she does need something from you. If she doesn't talk to you about it then come to me and I'll explain then. She should have the opportunity to tell you if she wishes first, but if not it's too important to let go, come to me."

"Admiral, I appreciate you finding Krista for me after all these years. I'm also looking forward to that apology tomorrow. Tom assures me that you are a man of honor, and Tom has never lied to me before. I hope we can sort out our disagreements and work well together," replied Krystal very shaky, "Tom, can we leave now, I'm anxious to see Kris after all these years."

"If I might use your phone Krystal? I need to call a cab to take me back to my vehicle since I rode over with Tom."

To be continued…