Zypher got out and met her at the back of the van to head over to the hospital. When they got to the information desk he asked, "What room is Ericsson Cutter in?" The woman looked it up and said, "56-B They moved him out of ICU about 8:00 pm tonight. I'm afraid visiting hours are over." Zypher nodded and said, "Well, I'm family. My wife and I, just came in from out of state to see him. That's great news, that he's doing better. Thank you ma'am. " He then head for the elevator. He wiggled his eyebrows at Anna and smiled happily. It was a relief Ericsson was doing better.
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Luce was having fun. She found you had to aim a little below where you want to hit, to account for the recoil. Once she learned that she could aim pretty good. The fist reload was awkward but even that was good. "I think I like this, Jason. It's really kinda fun! Well the shooting range is. I know shooting at something is going to be a challenge." She amended. She wanted him to know, she didn't think it was a game. That it was serious business.
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"Oh, it is so beautiful when the sun shines on it. It sparkles like gems and it makes the woods look so clean. I used to lap it up and eat it. Cold and refreshing. " He said reflectively.
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Arran thought about what to say. Then began, "I was born in the city. That's a big place with very tall buildings and lots of people. They have cars, trucks, busses, trains and airplanes to get around in. Humans don't move very fast. Um..humans have things call jobs, that they do to earn money to pay for everything. Food, clothing and houses or apartments. They are what human live in. I'm sorry, I'm not very good at this." Arran signed as she sat on the floor hard in frustration. She didn't know how to describe something that was so basic to herself.