"I think I could handle a change that involves you being ready on time." Craig teased her, "Though I might get convinced that you've been kidnapped and I'm dealing with an impostor."
Nodding Craig said, "I feel the same way. Plus in their defense if they can't its work. You know how awful their hours can be." One of the many things he did not envy about their job.
Poking her side in retaliation for swatting him Craig saw Hippo come out and head over to rub against Craig's ankles. "I think I'll sit down here and get to know Hippo again." He told her kneeling down to scratch under the cat's chin. "Hippo doesn't swat at me after all."