My name is Brant Colton. I'm a blackmailer -- a good one -- and I make no apologies for my chosen career.<br><br>One evening, at a very private club I belong to, I spotted a young man who piqued my interest. Why? Because he, Lorne Raynell, wasn't taking advantage of what the club had to offer. It took time, but I finally found out why. He was intent on finding out who murdered his brother.<br><br>The rest, as they say, is history. Our history.

Everyone Has Secrets

“I was kidding,” he said responded with a small grin, although something in his eyes said otherwise. “Okay, mostly. At least with me around, you’ll have someone to unload on if things get bad at the motel. By the way, I have something for you. I’ll show you when we get to Gavin’s. It belonged to Kyler.”


That piqued my interest. I almost asked him what it was but decided to let him tell me when he was ready to.


Gavin greeted us when we arrived by asking, “Beer or coffee?”


I opted for beer. Lorne, since he didn’t imbibe alcohol, asked for coffee. After we had our drinks we went into Gavin’s office.


Chapter 28