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Colonel James McGuire rose as his daughter threaded her way through the packed restaurant. The crowd was a lively one, and the noise level nearly succeeded in muting the tinny sounding Christmas carols that poured through the speakers. He’d arrived half an hour early and tipped the hostess to find him a table. This wasn’t the type of place he would have chosen, but he’d learned years ago to pick his battles with his daughter. And a pretty little waitress named Colleen had informed him that the Mulligan’s stew here had been written up in the Zagat’s Guide. A rush of love moved through him when Cat wrapped her arms around him in a warm hug. When he drew back, he held onto her for a moment and studied her face. Just as he’d suspected, there were circles under her eyes. Even as a child, she’d always given every project she worked on her all. It was high time she had something in her life besides that toy store. “It’s been too long, little girl. You have to get away from that store sometimes. I miss you.” “You could always come down to this end of town and visit me in the Cheshire Cat,” she said. McGuire winced a little. “Touché. One guilt trip deserves another. Sit down. I ordered you a glass of your favorite wine. Pouilly-Fuisse, right?” “Right.” “Colleen here recommended the Mulligan’s stew, so I took the liberty of ordering that too. I’ll bet you didn’t take time for lunch today.” Cat narrowed her eyes on her father. “You want something. Why don’t you just come out with it?” “Now, little girl, can’t you believe your dad just wanted to see you?” Her eyes narrowed even more. “Maybe when pigs fly.” He threw back his head and laughed. “Never could put one over on you, could I?” (continue...) |
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