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As John drove the rest of the way to the apartment on 8th Avenue, I had no idea what Drake planned but whatever it was, my body ready for him

Drake

Karen Mills was sitting on the sofa e arrived ho it up while Kate went in to check on Sophie

"Hey, Drake You guys are home early"

"We thought we'd be later than this, but Ethan was tired and the kids were getting antsy Then, ere going to go for a walk, but the rain started, so"

"Too bad," she said "But I'o out and celebrate your anniversary Let ain I'm pretty flexible so even last minute is fine"

"Thanks, Karen," I said, happy we had been able to find such a trustworthy sitter for Sophie It really made the difference for Kate "We appreciate your flexibility"

"No proble "I told you that you could stay out late if you wanted I have tomorrow off, so I could sleep in"

"Maybe next time," I said and helped her with her coat Kate popped in just before Karen left and thanked her as well

"How did she do?" Kate asked "She didn't sleep very long this afternoon"

"She went down no probleave her a bottle and down she went"

"She was tired," Kate said, nodding "Thanks again"

Then Karen left and Kate and I were alone I re it on the back of a chair in the entry, and loosened my tie

"Care for a shot of Anisovaya, Katherine?" I asked, barely able to keep fro

"Yes, Sir," Kate said, this gleam in her eyes