As soon as he slipped out the door, I rushed for the bags on the steel countertop. After I dug the already made lasagna out, I threw it in the oven and set it on warm. I then searched the cupboards for pots and pans. Just like in Kendra's house, I didn't spot a timer and wondered again if some people weren't water restricted. I'd have to ask Kendra.

After I filled a large pan with water - I counted to fifty-nine seconds anyway because old habits die hard and all - I set it on ...