Cal Rogan Mysteries, Books 4, 5 & 6 by Robert P. French

Author:Robert P. French [French, Robert P.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-08-10T22:00:00+00:00

AS I SEE them I feel guilt. Twice over. Once for what I did to them six months ago and twice for allowing Nick to risk his life facing down David Fox yesterday. “Pleased to meet you, Mr. Rogan,” Nick’s daughter takes my proffered hand.

“How is he?” I ask.

“He’s still a bit woozy from the anaesthetics, but he knew who I was. The doctors say we can have some more time with him later on.”

I turn to Stammo’s ex. “I’m really sorry about Nick,” I say.

She shakes my hand. “Nick always was one for getting into scrapes.” There is no sign of alcohol on her breath or in her demeanour. “He’s a tough one. He’s going to be just fine.”

“Is there anything I can do for you?” I ask automatically.

“No, we’re fine. But I do want to thank you for covering the flight out here, that was very kind.” I look over at Adry and she smiles sheepishly. I give her a smile back and nod.

“My pleasure, it was the least we could do. You should thank Adry, she did the arranging.”

Relieved that I’m OK with the agency paying for their flights, Adry says, “I spoke to Mrs. V., Nick’s landlady. She said that Brenda and Lucy can stay there while Nick’s in the hospital. It’ll be a bit tight, but they’re OK with it.” Brenda and Lucy nod.

I raise my eyebrows. I’ve only been to Nick’s place once and he has a small bedroom with a single bed.

Before I can say anything, Tina stretches up and whispers in my ear.

“Are you sure,” I ask. She nods.

“I’ve got a two bedroom apartment,” I say. “You’re welcome to stay there. There’s food in the fridge and the supermarket’s a block away. You could stay there and I’ll stay at Tina’s. It will be a lot more comfortable than sleeping in Nick’s single bed.”

“Are you sure it wouldn’t be a problem?” Brenda asks.

“No problem at all.”

“Cal’s car’s a two seater,” Tina adds, “we could drive you over there this evening, in my car, after you’ve visited with Nick some more.”

Tears well up in Brenda’s eyes. She hugs Tina and then me.

It feels good to do a favour.

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