Lori was still playing it safe when it came to discussing their relationship, Eric decided. It came as no great surprise when she decided to change the subject. "Do you think my computer problem was caused by the WYRM virus?"

Eric nodded, his mouth full.

Lori pursed her lips. "That's kind of odd, isn't it. I mean, my department has had almost no trouble with the virus at all, but just a few days after I help you look for lizards, my computer gets hit. Do you think it's ...