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‘And another thing …’

I’m not sure I’m up for any more of Bill’s afterthoughts, I haven’t got Merwyn in line to march out yet. ‘Go on …’

‘I’ve told Happy Milo to keep his distance.’

I’m taking it in, turning it over in my head, and on reflection, it doesn’t sound so bad. ‘I know there’s been a bit of competition around the Aga the last few mornings, we should definitely work out a rota for the breakfast baking.’

Bill’s staring at me like I’m not getting it. ‘What the hell has the Aga got to do with anything?’

It turns out he’s right, I’m not understanding at all. ‘So whatareyou meaning?’

Bill doesn’t even look apologetic. ‘I’ve told him to stay away fromyou.’