Chapter 39: The Lawyer

“I appreciate it.” Ares took the chair and placed it next to mine. He set his briefcase on the tiny table in front of us. The clasps snapped open.

“Have you filed a motion to get me out of here? Orange is not my color.” Birdy scowled at her black dress. “Also, I could use a shower.”

Ares pulled a file from his briefcase and clicked open a pen. “Do you wish Ms. Jayne to stay while we get down to business?”

“Yes, of course. Katie can stay.”

“Then let’s begin.” His features were unreadable.

I faced Birdy. She’d been about to tell me what happened before Ares came in.

“Walk me through the events,” Ares said.

Birdy gave me a quick glance. “Reid texted me about nine thirty, asking if I could come over.” She didn’t look at me or Ares as she spoke, instead focusing on her nails. I noticed she had a French manicure, but one nail had been broken and Birdy picked at it while she talked.