Subj: Soap Pt.4
Date: 2/13/00 9:54:36 AM Central Standard Time
From: marcos1

The Old House

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"I think I'll go upstairs and read Miranda a story," Julia said, rising from the divan. "She read me one last night. Storytelling is such an important part of the learning process. And it really helps me bond with her. I think she's coming to accept our new living arrangements."

"Polygamy isn't easy for most people to understand," Vicki said, shaking her head. "It isn't something that I expected or even dreamed of; years ago living in the foundling home. But I like you Julia and want Barnabas to be happy."

Sheriff Patterson pulled up the old house driveway. It was a long path, littered with ancient stones and bricks. He drove his car slowly. "Are you sure about this Loomis?"

"Yep," Willie replied. He was sitting next to a young woman, who was only wearing a long flannel shirt that was borrowed from Norman. "Barnabas, he won't mind...and Miss Julia, well, she's a doctor and all."

"This is a most unusual situation," Sheriff Patterson said. "This young woman walks into the Blue Whale, naked, with no ID, hardly saying anything." He narrowed his eyes. "Seems like the only words that she knows are x-rated. Maybe, she isn't even from this country." He took a deep breath. "Reminds me of a daughter...I might have had...I just didn't want to lock her up...or turn her over to the state."

"This will work out," Willie said, smiling at the woman. "Yep, it should work-out real good."

"Loomis, I expect you to be a gentleman."

"I will, Sheriff. Old Willie knows how to be a friend to someone in trouble."

Vicki heard the knock on the door. "Sheriff Patterson, how are you? What brings you here so late?"

The Sheriff scratched his bald forehead. "Mrs.Collins, can I come in? I have a big favor to ask you."

To be continued-