LAKE

Augustine Bates was a fine woman. She was funny, and she seemed to be able to read minds. She knew precisely why I was knocking on her door.

Before we left, she said something to me that terrified me and made me happy at the same time.

Unfortunately, I had to go to work while Maverick had classes. We went in separate vehicles, but at least we sorted things out and were on the same page.

LAKE: I’ll pick you up.

MAVERICK: No need. I won’t be ...