Find Dirt

Otis smiled faintly. "That's what friends are for. I'll start looking into it right away. In the meantime, try to keep things calm with Alex and Lily. They don't need to be dragged into this mess."

James agreed, feeling a small weight lift from his shoulders. As Otis left the room to make a few calls, James sat back, deep in thought. Whatever was happening with Abby and her mysterious companion, he was determined to uncover the truth.

Otis returned to the living room a short while later, noting the tension still etched on James's face. He approached with a sympathetic smile. "You look like you could use a drink."

James nodded appreciatively. "A drink would be good right about now."

Otis poured them both a generous glass of whiskey, handing one to James. "Here, this should help take the edge off."

James took a sip, feeling the warmth spread through him. "Thanks, Otis. I needed that."