When they did go out, it was during odd hours and at short intervals.
Consequently, we spend much more time being witnesses to each other's lives.
I pointed out that Big Doug is not the kind of man who would do business with former Soviet republics. Secondly, his garage is far too orderly to be hiding a supply of plutonium. Finally, I am doubtful about its benefits as a lawn fertilizer.
Oscar simply dismisses this as naivety on my part.
***
Of course, this is all preposterous.
Nonetheless, Florence made a guest appearance on the show a few weeks later and confessed that she had heard the couple "worked for the government." When pressed, she claimed to have heard this from Little Doug.
The next time I saw Little Doug, he told me he had heard this news from Oscar.
***
A few months ago, I learned from a 'non-Sack' source that the couple were waiters at an upscale downtown bar/eatery. When I informed Oscar of this news, he simply winked and replied, "Of course, they are."
***
CSIS agents or not, the couple moved out last weekend. All things considered, they were very nice people and good neighbours. They kept to themselves, but interacted respectfully when needed. This is okay with me.
Big Doug still has a perfect lawn. To the best of my knowledge, he has not been arrested for anything.
***
We now turn our attention to the newest tenants.
Again, they are a young couple, except they have two children. Apparently, they are a blended family. This is also okay with me.
Oscar told me this yesterday, just before he left for The Stones concert in Moncton. He also told me something else. Specifically, it's news about the man.
What Oscar told me is not a rumour. This time, it is true.
***
The new man's name is Doug.
Incredibly, he becomes the fourth Doug currently living in The Sack. In total, he is the fifth Doug to make his home here.
This must be some kind of national, if not international, record.
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Oscar and I have agreed that he will be known tentatively as Rental Doug. We need more time to consider this, but it must wait until Oscar returns from The Stones.
This is our second opportunity in one week to give someone a new name. We want to make sure we get it right this time.
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