The girls were seated at the table that was laden with food. Bear had acted with supreme dignity throughout what Adrian felt must be a trying ordeal for him. “I’ve good news and bad news, well…not bad news just some not so good news. First though I have to swear each of you to complete secrecy. What I have to say cannot, I repeat…cannot leave this room.” Race replied. “Anything you say Adrian. What’s this about?” “Raise your right hands and place your left hands over your heart.” When all had done so, Adrian continued. “Do you solemnly swear that what I’m about to tell you will not be repeated to anyone, anywhere, at any time?” A subdued chorus of “Yes’s” and “I do’s” followed. “Okay then. Here’s the top-secret stuff.” Adrian explained about the possible Mexican incursion into Texas that the Admiral was worried about. It didn’t take long.
