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"Umm, Honey...there's something important we need to discuss. I need a little favor."

"Seriously, Dad? Right now?"

"Yes, Sweetheart. I've been putting it off all day, and since it concerns tomorrow, I can't delay any longer."

"Sounds like something big, Dad. Maybe we should have talked at dinner, instead of now, when you're already tucking me in. Should I get out of bed? Get dressed?"

"No, no. You're fine. Lay back...that's a girl. Actually, Honey, I waited until now for a reason. This is the best time to ask you."

"What is it, Dad? Is something wrong?"

"Well, that's for you to decide, really. Okay, please hear me out. Let me get comfortable first...there. Okay....First let me ask you, how do you like the new house?"

"It's awesome, Dad. And a big surprise. It's huge. I didn't think you'd be able to afford anything like this after the divorce."

"Exactly. This is an exclusive, private and gated community. Even before the divorce settlement, I couldn't have afforded this place under normal circumstances. But I'm really glad you like it."

"I do Dad. But what do we need to talk about, and ... why ...right ...now?"

"Uhh...there we go...Well, Melissa, I can afford this place because this is a special community. Have you noticed anything about the neighbors you have met?"

"They seem nice. And at least there are a couple of girls my age, so I s'pose I'll make friends easy. Haven't met any boys yet"

"Have you noticed anything about ... about their parents?" ......(cont)