"Not to me they don't," he murmured, regretting saying it as soon as the words left his mouth. He didn't want her to think he was a complete downer or anything.

"Okay, we're here," he said, knocking on the door. A second later a tall, dark skinned woman opened the door, smiling at Billy. Dr. Tate always reminded him of a kindly aunt someone might have.

"Billy, you're just in time. And you must be Stephanie, I've heard a lot about you. Please, come in."