Chapter 14

Kevin was taking a short break inside the cashier’s booth. He’d just filled a cup with some coffee. “What? Why?”

She shrugged. “He didn’t say. Just said it was important and mandatory for all employees.”

Kevin sipped at the bitter brew. “And you don’t have any clues?”

“None. He was acting kind of weird though.” Gabby chuckled at his raised eyebrow. “I mean even weird for old man Lewis.”

“Um. Okay. I’ll see you later.” He stepped out of the booth and punched in Noah’s work number.

“This is Noah.”

“Hey, girlfriend,” Kevin said cheerfully.

“Hi, Kev. I was about to have the police search for you.”

“Yeah, sorry, I’ve been out of touch so much lately. That’s why I’m calling you. I have a new cell number to give you.”

“Great, give it to me.”

Kevin gave him the new number. “Anyway, I’m just on a short break. Maybe we can reschedule dinner at your place real soon.”

“Absolutely.” Noah paused for a moment, then said, “Are you all right, Kev?”