Dave’s laughter followed her as he walked behind.

They hailed a cab to Sophia’s apartment. Dave decided it wasn’t right for him to go up, so he handed Elaine to Bianca and opted to wait downstairs.

Sophia had been back at her place for about thirty minutes when the doorbell rang. Opening it, she saw Bianca holding a sleeping Elaine in her arms. Sophia gently took Elaine from Bianca’s arms.

“Was Elaine difficult today?” Sophia asked with concern.

“No, not ...