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“It is true. How about we take lunch over to Ang and see how she’s doing?”
“That’s the best offer I’ve had all day. See you there around twelve thirty?”
“Sounds good.”
“I’ll ask my friends the butlers to whip up something yummy for us.”
“Yay, can’t wait. See you there.”
CHAPTER FOURTEEN
Sam showered, got dressed in jeans and a sweater and then called the chief usher, Gideon Lawson.
“Good morning, Sam,” he said, pleasing her with the use of her first name.
“How do you know it’s me?”
His soft chuckle came through the phone. “The call is from the residence, and I happen to know you haven’t left for work yet.”
“In other words, you’re running a very elaborate spying operation.”
“‘Spying’ is such a strong word for observing.”
“I see,” she said, smiling. She liked this guy. “I was wondering if you and the kitchen wizards could whip up a little picnic to go for three people and a couple of kiddos.”
“We can take care of that for you. Any special requests?”
“My sisters will want salad, and I’ve been thinking about that chicken salad sandwich I had last week for days. The kids would love some chicken and mac ’n’ cheese.”
“Got it. We’ll have it ready for you at noon.”
“You’re the best. Thank you.”
“Not working today?”
“I’m taking a day off. Maybe a couple of days. We’ll see.”
“Good for you. Enjoy the break. See you at noon.”
“Thanks, Gideon.”
“Always a pleasure.”
How lucky were they to have such great people to call on for anything they needed? Everyone who worked at the White House was so nice and gracious. They made living in the most famous house on earth such a fun experience. She would be honest and say she hadn’t expected it to be quite so amazing when they moved in, but the staff had made them feel truly at home there, and she would always appreciate the effort they made every day.
She went downstairs and stopped short when she realized Vernon was waiting for her. “Whoops. I knew I forgot something.”
“I was wondering where you were.”
“I’m taking a brief leave of absence from work.”
“Everything all right?”
“Apparently, I didn’t take enough time after my brother-in-law died.” She shrugged. “So I’m taking a short break.”
“I see. For what it’s worth, I think that’s a good idea.”
“It’s worth a lot coming from you,” Sam said with a warm smile for the agent who’d become a friend. “I’ll be heading to my sister Angela’s house a little after noon.”
