As if on cue, Merrick appeared from around a corner, bearing a smile and outstretched hand, all friendly and encouraging from a public relations standpoint.Interestingly enough, he didn't wear the standard space cadet uniform, but a nice taupe suit jacket and slacks with precise pleats, his shoes of fancy maroon leather.The smile and hand came with an attractive face and nicely proportioned body.Thankfully, his job excused him from the shaven head look, his nutmeg hair neat and ...