While the two kids were still at school, Joanna called Mr. Q on the way home.
"What's the matter?"
Mr. Q was surprised by Joanna's sudden call.
"I have a situation. Where are you now?"
"Me?" Mr. Q paused briefly before answering, "I'm dealing with something at Carmine Pawnshop."
"Is that so? When are you free? Can you come over to my place?" Joanna sounded a little anxious. It seemed she had something important to discuss with him.
Mr. Q could hear Joanna's anxiousness and answered in a deep voice, "Give me a moment. I'll come over now."
"Sure. I'll be waiting."
Joanna started packing the daily necessities for her and the children as soon as she went home. About an hour or so later, Mr. Q arrived as promised.
"You're finally here."
Joanna felt an indescribable calmness as soon as she saw him.