Chapter 20

I went back to the basement, and there they were, standing next to Liz’s desk, deep in conversation about…hair products? Okay…

I nodded to both of them and went into my office to check my email. Titus knocked on my door a minute later.

“Quick job on the cleanup, Ed. You run a tight ship.” Well, that was a first. People rarely noticed how efficient my staff could be. They were well trained and did a great job, every one of them.

I sent my email, then focused on him. “My staff would be happy to hear that from someone else other than me, I bet.”

He smiled. “You’re coming to the picnic tomorrow, right?”

I did my best not to grouse. “I usually do. Probably won’t stay long since I have other things to do with my day.”

His brow furrowed. “You don’t normally have a good time or something? This seems like a fun group of people. Everyone’s been real friendly and helpful.” Yeah, they probably kiss your ass every second of the day.