"Yep, all the way from LA, and no, it wasn't my first time. I went to San Francisco to meet a Dr. Kent Caldwell. He's like us, so you don't have to worry about my saying anything to anyone who didn't need to know." Fred laughed and shrugged.
"It wasn't bad. Not overly pleasant, but I got through just fine, thanks." She stepped back and started for the door. "Y'all have a good day at work? Do anything exciting? Bout the most exciting thing I've done lately is wake up." She shrugged, smiling.
"So, how long have y'all known each other? Been with the Agency long? This must seem like old hat, right?" Yes, she was a talker.