Jaxon
I was tired and felt dazed. I was drinking coffee like I was a vampire who survived on dark roast alone. I was not prepared when the phone rang. I was not prepared to talk to anyone, much less her. I was not prepared to be caught and berated like a troubled school boy.
"Hello?" I called out, absentmindedly. I had expected someone in the office or maybe Max. No one who would give me so much trouble... but when her voice came through on the other line it was like a warning shot rang through my body.
"Hello Jaxon," she replied, "I have to say I’ve been hearing some disturbing things about you."
I swallowed hard. I had to hand it to her, she worked fast.
"Good morning, Tatiana. It’s nice to hear from you. I’m not sure what you’ve heard, but I’m certain I can ease your mind. What’s going on?" I kept my voice even and calm, despite the panic I felt inside. I thought I had been subtle, but clearly I underestimated how many eyes and ears she had around the city.