Chapter 9

“Thank you, sir.”

“Anything else?”

There was a moment of silence. “Nnno, sir.”

Jesus. “How did you know Theo was here?”

“Um… “

“If you try telling me you’re psychic, I’ll kick your ass as soon as you get back to the WBIS.”

He choked on a laugh, but then cleared his throat. “Theo called to let me know you asked him to take a look at Mr. Mann’s house. He was so excited you wanted his help…”

“Okay, hold on a second. Theo! Get your—” I remembered Portia’s presence. “Get in here.”

He came bolting into the kitchen, looking pale. “What’s wrong?”

?Nothing. Your fiancé wants to tell you how much he misses you. I?m telling you right now, Matheson, if you make kissy sounds, I am kicking your ass.”

“Yes, sir.” Stifled laughter came over the phone, followed by him clearing his throat once again. “I’ll contain myself.”

“See that you do.” But I took the phone off speaker before I held it out to Theo. “Keep it short, okay? I have calls to make.”