C42 BEYOND THE FACADE
I smoothed the fabric again, more out of nervous habit than necessity. "Thanks. I figured I should look presentable, you know, meeting your
father and mine after... well, you know."
A smirk played at the corner of his lips. "Ah yes, the morning-after parade. Are you ready for the scrutiny?"
I laughed nervously. "As ready as I'll ever be
