He heard her coming down the hallway, and after a brief knock, she poked her face into his room. "Sorry I'm running late; give me a half hour and I'll be in, okay?"

"Take your time."

"Hey!" she nodded her head in the direction of his desk. "You're still looking! You said you were giving me a chance to do it!"

"Don't worry, I didn't find anyone."

"You'll be glad you didn't when you see me all glammed up for you."

"Can't wait."

"I know you're humoring your little sister, but you'll see." She giggled and flipped something through the doorway. "Relax, will you?"

She closed the door, and Kenny...