Chapter 12

“You handled that well, Daniel.” Luke grinned. “I was expecting to see another of your famous semen stains spread across the front of your new pants.”

I faced him with hands on my hips and glared. “One time, when you thought you might have seen something, you jumped to a conclusion.” I was about to continue when the clerk returned. My order would be ready by noon the following day. That impressed me.

“Since I put you through all that how about I take you to lunch?” Luke glanced at me while I paid and shook hands with the salesman.

His hand was warm but not sweaty and he squeezed gently. “You look very…impressive…in your choice of clothing. I’m pleased to have been able to aid you, Mr. Holstrom.” He handed me his business card. “Please contact me if I can help with your next purchase.” He’d written his personal cell number below the fancy font.

As we were walking Luke said, “You don’t see it do you, Daniel?”

I shrugged and wondered what he was talking about. “See what, Luke?”