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Amicus Curiae
Story written on April 30, 2013 by justkeepswimming.
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"Your father didn’t have to buy lunch today," Tina spoke into the receiver of her cordless phone as she reclined back against a stack of pillows. "I won’t want to go back if he keeps doing that."
"He’s not going to accept any money, so there’s no sense worrying about it," Bette replied.
"I want to get him something then," Tina said. "To say thanks. If you think of something that might be appropriate, let me know."
"The smile on your face is all he wants," Bette said. "But I will give it some thought. Are you going to come over on Friday evening?"
"This week is flying by," Tina said. "It seems like time is moving faster as the date for oral arguments approaches."
"All the more reason to take a step back," Bette reasoned. "You have to strike a balance. We can have a leisurely dinner together, go over the agenda for Saturday morning and get to bed early."
"I’ll make you an offer," Tina said. "I’ll cook dinner at your house, with ingredients I bring. I can’t have you feeding me all the time and not reciprocate."
"Deal," Bette said. "That was the most painless negotiation I’ve participated in all week."
"Do you have any requests?"
"My list of requests is long and illustrious," Bette replied.
"For dinner on Friday," Tina clarified.
"I leave it entirely in your hands," Bette replied. "I have everything you could possibly need as far as cookware and utensils though."
"Give a potential gift for your father some thought," Tina said.
"It sounds like you’re wrapping up our call," Bette said.
"I have to toss and turn for eight hours before I get up and have a completely frustrating day at work because of how tired I am," Tina replied. "It’s a full agenda for the evening."
"Sorry you’re not sleeping well," Bette said. "You had a good night’s sleep when you were here, didn’t you?"
"I did," Tina replied. "I dreamt a lot, but I did sleep well."
"Then at the least you can expect the same this Friday," Bette said. "I’ll make it my mission to ensure you are well rested for Saturday morning."


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