"Uh, oh." She sighed. "Betcha I know what's next."
"Well, a problem's come up. I've got to take care of a few things."
"Dad, the snow leopards. This weekend is when they're supposed to—"
"Honey, we'll hit the Bronx Zoo the minute I get back. I absolutely promise."
"You going off somewhere?"
"Just a quick trip."
"Where?" She perked up.
"We'll talk about it when I get back." I wanted to say "if I get back."
"Big secret, huh?"
"Amy, I just wanted to . . . darling, be careful."