Chapter 13

"Hi, Freya. I'm Ben Walden, or you can call me Big Mouth. We had a gathering today, and Captain had a bit too much to drink. Sorry about that."

Ben had a crew cut, as did Daniel. His skin was also tanned, and he had a tall, sturdy build. His expression was much softer than Daniel's, though.

"Oh, okay. Thanks. Come in," Freya said.

Ben helped Daniel onto the couch and got ready to leave. "I'll get going now."

Freya was about to get him a glass of water. When she heard that he was leaving, she walked him to the door. She didn't know him, anyway. "Thanks for bringing him back."

"It's no big deal. You look prettier in person than in your photos, Freya," he said.

"Huh?"

What photos?

Ben didn't explain. All he said was, "My wife's waiting for me downstairs. See you next time."

Freya looked at the shut door. He'd spoken to her with such respect that it made her feel weird. She was only 24 years old, yet he made her feel much older. Also, what photos had he been talking about?

Freya