And then there was the problem of what to do with Heidi. A few scenarios crossed my mind, none of which were helpful to the current situation, though. Sharkey solved my problem for me, thankfully.
"Listen, Randolph. Why don't you let me take Schmidt back to the States? I've got the manpower to handle them. If you try to do it alone you may run into some problems."
"God bless you, Sharkey," I said. I was absolutely exhausted. I just wanted to find some place to rest awhile.
He grinned, "Well, I doubt that's going to happen. But yer welcome."