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Following me again Major Marsh?” Anna whispered next to his ear. “I forgive you.” She winked and walked away.

Robert swore under his breath again, and turned to leave, but not before he heard Captain Drake roaring with laughter once again. Anna had managed once again to throw him off his feet, in a manner of speaking.

**

Anna was already down in the between-decks with Barbara and Joan. “Barbara, what do you think of Henry Hilliard?” She quizzed and waited for an answer.

“Anna, I hope you’re not thinking of going after him, I am rather fond of him myself.” Barbara replied, with questioning eyes.

“Heavens no Barbara, I meant for you. I think he’s rather sweet on you and you seem to be too, am I correct?” Anna suggested, in her usual helpful voice.

“It’s true I do like him. Henry’s so sweet and I believe we’ve gotten to know each other pretty well. What makes you think he’s sweet on me?” Barbara questioned, anxious to know.

“I can tell these things and don’t worry about Henry, he’s just a little shy.” Anna told Barbara, but didn’t explain further.

Then Anna focused on Joan. “Now, what about you Joan, anyone special that’s caught your eye?”