He was quiet at first, but after a couple of empty seconds, he finally responded.

“I’ve been…okay. I guess.”

“Just okay? That’s mildly disappointing. I was hoping you’d regale me with tales of your mischievous exploits.” (She tried to keep her tone light, afraid that her curiosity would burn right up her vocal chords and flame out of her mouth.)

“Sorry to disappoint. I’ve been laying kinda low on the Dwight front. He’s been acting a little suspicious lately, and I’m afraid he may be going the way of Andy. I don’t want to break him too soon.”

Pam giggled.