Chapter 134: Calling In Sick

When Poppy’s alarm went off at 6:00am, she’d just drifted off after what had been a fitful night of tossing and turning. She shut off the alarm and considered her next move. Just the thought of facing Slade and the rest of them left her stomach feeling queasy. Surely, she could get by with one sick day following an out-of-town assignment. She could take the day to get a little more sleep, then spend some time coming up with a plan.

Still in bed, she dialed the number for Dana’s desk outside Slade’s office.

“Ronald Slade’s office, this is Dana. How may I help you?”

Poppy coughed slightly for effect. “Dana, this is P.K. Listen, I got back in town late last night, and I think I must have picked up a bug or something. I’m staying home sick today.”

“I’m sorry to hear it. But don’t worry, they’re all in Idaho, so take the day and feel better.”

“They’re where?” Poppy felt her eyes widen.