Chapter 73

"It better be good, because I'm sacrificing my sleep and probably my kids' sleep," Mac sat up and leaned against the headboard of his bed."It's called the Red Menace of Destiny.""Why red?" Mike interrupted him.Save your questions for later, Mike. Now, listen. According to the proverb, there is an invisible red thread that connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place and circumstances. The thread may stretch or tangle, he explained, but it will never break."That's it?" I asked, and he nodded in reply, "But I don't understand.""Ah, also, I'm going to line up for bed," Mac added, hurrying under the covers, "good night!""Elizabeth, it …"Before Dad could explain, Mom came into our room, Al, and it was past their bedtime. Let them sleep."Yes, Father, please let us sleep." Mike murmured under the covers.My father got up from my bed and walked to my mother, his arm involuntarily wrapped around her waist. The movement was as natural to him as the breath itself.He cocked hi