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mistake.’
    ‘A favor for the hotel concierge,’ Christian replied calmly. ‘What are you doing in San Francisco Sally?’ He noted her flushed cheeks and her obvious happiness at this unexpected meeting.
    She rolled her eyes. ‘Only the stalest university conference I’ve ever attended. I’m bored speechless.’
    His mind ticked over quickly. Why not , he thought. It’s been six months .
    ‘This is perfect Sally,’ he smiled and linked her arm in his. ‘Can you play hooky and join me for dinner?’ He knew her answer before she uttered it.
    ‘That would be wonderful.’ She gazed up at him adoringly. ‘And perhaps we could discuss Italy?’
    ‘An involved subject,’ he replied. ‘You may have to stay the night.’ His pale eyes watched her intently as a blush of pleasure stained her skin again.
    ‘I would like that.’
    They entered the foyer of the plush hotel Christian had booked for this important San Francisco visit. It was the first time he had taken two kills together and the powerful feeling it had given him made him positive he would try that again another time. Last year when he had killed his first Lovely in San Francisco, he had chosen another hotel. Usually he made an effort not to stand out. He was always quietly pleasant to staff; not too generous, but not disagreeable either. His ability to blend in had helped in the success of his career of murder; however hotels of quality also hired excellent staff that were trained to remember and look after their customers. It was a risk he was prepared to take. Christian’s sensibilities didn’t extend to inferior accommodation.
    As Sally and Christian made their way to the elevator, a bellhop nodded. ‘Good afternoon, Mr Sorrento.’
    Sally looked at him. ‘Mr Sorrento?’
    ‘A small amusement on my part,’ Christian shrugged. ‘Call it Dreaming of Italy . Shall we order in?’

Chapter 6

Kate - Age 18
    19 83
    Fair Heights High School
    Brisbane
    Kate and her friend Melanie left the Science building together. It was the last class of the week and they were planning to meet later at Queen Street mall in the city for a movie and something to eat.
    ‘When are you doing your driving test?’ Mel asked as they walked across the compound in the direction of the bus shelters.
    ‘Next week.’ Kate couldn’t keep the excitement from her voice. ‘The best news is my car is almost roadworthy.’
    Kate had worked part-time jobs since she was fifteen and had saved enough to buy an old but reliable car. Her parents had agreed to pay for a couple of routine replacements and ‘Bertha’ the Ford Cortina was almost ready to go. ‘Bertha’ was a little rough around the edges and her body paint was a bit patchy and faded, but she was all Kate’s and she couldn’t wait to drive her.
    Kate looked at her watch as she saw a bus rounding the bend ahead. ‘Hurry.’ The girls took off at a run, Kate’s long legs easily outpacing Mel as they both waved arms to grab the driver’s attention. Out of breath and giggling, they climbed on board.
    ‘Shhhh… Shhhh...’ Old Henry their regular driver put a finger to his lips and pointed at the speaker system.
    Henry was popular with the students and he usually greeted everyone with a smile and a joke. Today he was frowning.
    The news broadcast ended and the radio station returned to its usual music format.
    ‘What’s up, Henry?’ Kate’s voice was concerned.
    ‘Ah missy, they was talkin’ about a killer in America. Nasty piece of goods, by the sound of it. Poor little lass.’ Henry shook his head sadly. ‘I just don’t know what the world’s coming to.’

Chapter 7

Kate –Age 27
    1992
    Brisbane
    Melanie waited quietly beside Kate until she had completed her study of the slide under the microscope.
    Leaning back and stretching, Kate removed her wire-framed glasses with one hand and rubbed her eyes with the other. ‘Tired?’ Melanie asked.
    Kate glanced sideways at her friend. ‘No, but I think I need