What You Remember I Did (28 page)

"You tipped. You put in a five."

"No, I didn't. I remember clearly now."

"Yes, you did. I remember clearly. I was impressed. Big spender, I thought." This was turning into an argument.

"Hello," a familiar voice derailed their growing irritation. "Good seeing you two talking to each other before Dr. Mullen here departs these not-quite-hallowed halls." It was very nice to see Dan, who smiled down at her. "When you feel so inclined, there's someone I think you should meet."

She and Matt looked at each other and started to laugh. "Well, anyway." Matt lifted his hand and pursed his lips, pantomiming a sip of coffee. Dan drifted away.

"Well, anyway," Nan agreed. "Coffee sounds like a good start."