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"Yes. No matter what she says, she needs someone to take care of her. She's very independent. And stubborn."
"You noticed?" The woman laughed. "I'm Natalie Hart, Susan's best friend."
"And Garrett is?"
"My husband. Oh! Just a minute. Garrett, she's fine, you can tell the operator everything's okay. Ross?"
"Yes?"
"I think Susan is in good hands. Would you fuss over her for me? She really hates that."
"Happy to."
They said good night and Ross hung up the phone.
Susan was sound asleep. He tucked the blanket under her chin and unable to resist, kissed her pert nose.
He checked all the windows and doors to make sure they were locked.
When he finished turning off the lights, he went to the living room. Stripping off his shirt, he sacked out on the comfortable couch and fell asleep.
