"I'm gonna be out today, baby. There's some things I have to take care of and I have to pick up some groceries for dinner later. I won't be gone long."

"That's okay, Sergio. I understand. I'll probably get some studying done, though. Do you think you'll be able to find anything in the stores?"

"Not especially, but I'll try. Why don't we check out the new supermarket in town? It might be fun."

"I guess that's fine."

"Alright, I'm heading out now."

Sergio got up from the couch and walked past Irish and out the door. She watched him closely as he stepped out into the hallway and pulled...