"Don't be silly , Brian. I know what I was in for. I'd never blame you for...." 

"Of course you woulda't blame me. You're not the type," I interrupted.  "Still, its entirely my fault," I insisted.  And I'm very, very sorry. I hope you can accept my apology," I said I glanced over at her, I was suddenly conscious of my nearness to heras we sat side by side, I held her gaze for an instant then  Looked back out at the road again.

"All I need is some ice and a few aspiring. I'll be fine in no time," she said lightly.

"Don't worry.  I plan to take good...