STM01 - One Hit Wonder by Rose Kristi

Author:Rose, Kristi [Rose, Kristi]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: cThriller, amazon, humorous
ISBN: 9781944513290
Google: OhWeDwAAQBAJ
Publisher: KAC/Vintage Housewife Books
Published: 2019-06-19T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

We drove to Becca’s in silence. Precious was staring at the Bigfoot picture while inspecting it from different angles.

When we pulled up to Ms. Trina’s, a rusted-out old sports car was parked in the driveway. Next to it was a Toyota Camry with a rental car sticker on its bumper.

“I hope we’re not imposing,” Precious said.

“We’ll drop off the food and feel it out.” I picked up the grocery bags and handed one to Precious, keeping the other.

The front door swung open before we could knock. A serious-looking man with sharp features stood before us. He was wearing a wrinkled suit and carried a briefcase.

“Excuse me.” He didn’t move, but gestured for us to get out of the way. He seemed irritated.

I stepped closer to Precious to allow him to pass. He brushed by us and mumbled something that I hoped was an apology.

Becca was behind him. Her eyes were red and puffy from freshly shed tears.

“Is it your mom? Is she okay?” I was worried Ms. Trina wasn’t out of the woods.

Becca dabbed a tissue to her eyes. “Every day goes from bad to worse.” She waved us in.

We carried the bags to the kitchen and began to unload.

The Holland house was small but warm and cozy. The kitchen and dining combo was off the living room. A hallway led to the back of the house where I assumed were the bedrooms and bath.

“Is there anything we can help with?” I unpacked several packages of Oreos. Apparently, Crenshaw put stock in the belief that a cookie could fix anything.

Becca held a pack of cookies, confusion on her face.

“This is all from Crenshaw,” I explained.

Becca collapsed in a chair and nodded. “That explains the Oreos. He knows they used to be my favorite.”

Precious pointed to the front door behind her. “Who was that?”

Fresh tears sprung to Becca’s eyes. “On top of all this with mom, now I have to deal with Dad stuff, too.”

I handed her a package of double-stuffed. “Dad stuff?”

“That guy was a representative from Dad’s company. Somehow they were never notified that Dad died.” She took two cookies and fidgeted with them, twisting off the tops.

“Oh, dear,” Precious said. “Like you want to be addressing this while your mom is in the hospital. Out of respect, his company should wait until you all are settled first.”

Becca said, “Apparently, someone is using Dad’s insurance agent authority and approving claims. His company thinks his identity was stolen.”

“Holy cow.” I helped myself to an Oreo. “I hope this doesn’t make more of a mess for your mom to clean up. I read that companies can dedicate someone to handle this. Maybe your dad’s company will take care of it for her. Your mom is gonna have her hands full.” I gulped at my poor choice of words and hoped no one would notice.

The back door flung open and Kevin Greevey stepped into the kitchen. He shot Precious and me a glare. “Jeez, what are you two doing here.”

I pointed to the groceries.

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