She had grown up and gone was the little girl that liked to get on his back so she could ride him piggy back and run around the yard. He smirked as he thought about it. Stuart listened to Lana speak. "You know your brothers and I go way back, I would do a lot for them that isn't a problem at all. Well if you say so, I feel bad about it all playing it out like it did he can be a bit of a dick at times. Some people just don't know when to keep their mouth shut. Your grown Lana, what you do and how you do it is your business, your brothers might want to chirp in, but it is you that is the captain of your ship, with your hand firmly on the rudder as you guide your ship. You made your decision, like Frank Sinatra says you did it your way, nothing wrong with that all no matter what anyone says about it." He smiled as he looked at her, seeing her all grown up made him feel some kinda way."<br/><br/>He paused then Lana spoke again. "Thank you, didn't want you to feel uncomfortable. I have done some work like this when I was overseas and trust me I will ensure you and the other dancers have no slimy customers try anything. I take pride in ensuring that you all feel comfortable dancing don't need some asshole ruining it for you or the other customers. Well with my being retired from the Navy it is something to keep my mind busy and out of trouble. It is nice to not have to worry about where you work or how many hours. I think he will have me working Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. You are right it is not a bad gig, free non alcoholic drinks is a plus as well." He smiled at the thought.<br/><br/>He let her finish her work as he stayed at the bar. She then came up and spoke to him again. "Thank you Lana is is good to finally be home for good. Yes finished my 20 years of service, it was time to get out too many good men and woman dying to soon." He said somberly. She sure did look pretty, there was no denying that she had turned into a full blown hottie while he was away. "I am good, got back into town last night and hope to be able to familiarize myself with the town again. I am glad they will take care of the cost of what happened, I hate to think that they would stick you with the bill. So how are you all grown up and working, you going to school as well? I can remember giving you piggybacks and running around with you ridding on my shoulders as you would yell high-ho silver." He smiled at the memory, it was something he remembered of her fondly and always made him wish that he had a sister growing up. Then he thought about his folks, he would pay his respects in the morning to their graves. Bringing flowers and cleaning up the grave site. It was something he would do whenever he was home and now that he was home he could ensure he did it once a week.<br/><br/>"Well I wanted to make sure things were alright, so I will catch you later. If your brothers give you a hard time let me know and I will straighten them out. It was a pleasure seeing you Lana, your prettier than you mom. Smarter than your brothers as well. Good night." He then turned after getting his credit card from her and walked out to the jeep. He got into the jeep and buckled up. He started it and started to head for home. The night was dark and there were plenty of stars out, though the moon was not out on this evening. He took his time as he drove thinking about Lana and then wondering how he would handle seeing her up on stage, it was a fry cry from him giving her piggy backs. He shook his head and concentrated on the road. He finally pulled into the drive and parked. He got out of the jeep, locking it. Then he walked up the steps. He walked in and unlocked the door. He thought about getting himself a puppy, he needed something to help keep him company. He walked up the stairs. He stripped and put his things in the laundry basket, note to self do laundry tomorrow, then go grocery shopping. He had a load of things to get done with the house.He put his phone on the charger and put his wallet, then keys on the nightstand. He walked to the bathroom, starting the shower, he flossed, then brushed his teeth. He jumped into the shower, letting the water cascade down his muscular frame. He washed up with the sandalwood body wash, then used the peppermint shampoo on his hair. He lathered up, then rinsed off, he turned the shower off, stepping out he dried off. Sighing he walked to the bedroom, sleeping into the sheets. He fell asleep quickly.