Jack gave Robby a solid hug, but they were both careful that it wasn't too tight or too long. Fort Lewis was just in Tacoma and he knew that even in civvies he looked like a soldier, especially right now.

Robby's statement about showering might be random, but they both knew it wasn't and Jack chuckled silently before he released Robby. That answered one question for Jack even though he hadn't seen Robby in three years.

He sat back down again and brushed his hand over his hair, which was cut so short it wasn't even curly, then waved a hand to get the waitress's attention in case Robby wanted to order anything.

"Same. How's the conference going?"