Seven Deadly Zins_A Sonoma Wine Country Mystery by Nancy J. Parra

Author:Nancy J. Parra [Parra, Nancy J.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 1683318714
Amazon: B07DTJ7DQQ
Publisher: Crooked Lane Books
Published: 2019-01-08T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 14

“Who’s the older woman you brought with you?” Sally asked when she met me at the auditorium door. People were streaming in beside us, keeping a careful eye that we didn’t try to slip in without a ticket.

“I’m Taylor’s Aunt Jemma,” she said and stuck her hand out to shake Sally’s hand. “I understand you were part of her tour group today.”

“Yes,” Sally said. “I was. I’m afraid I was only able to get one seat. It’s a sold-out show.” She glanced around. “I’m not certain I can even let you in without getting the police called.”

“Don’t worry,” Aunt Jemma said. “I have my ways.” She pulled lipstick out of her purse and outlined her lips with a poppy-red color. “Come on then, ladies, let’s go inside. I’m sure the show is starting.”

She pulled the doorknob out of Sally’s hand and walked into the building with her chin up as if she owned the place. Knowing Aunt Jemma, she might. Sally looked at me. I shrugged and we both followed my colorful aunt into the depths of the foyer.

“Tickets please,” the usher said.

“Here’s mine and one more,” Sally said and showed the tickets.

“You go,” I said to Aunt Jemma. “I’ve seen the talk.”

“But you were going to ask him about solving the murder,” Sally said.

“I can ask later,” I said with a wave of my hand. “I’m going to stay and see if I can’t talk to Mandy afterward.”

“But—”

“It’s all right, dear,” Aunt Jemma said and put her arm though Sally’s. “Let Aunt Jemma experience the wonder that is the guru with you. That’s a nice girl. Taylor, you have the nicest friends.” She walked Sally into the auditorium, and the doors closed behind them. I stared at the door a moment.

“I’m sorry, but if you don’t have at ticket, you have to leave,” the usher said. He gestured toward the glass doors in front. “Better luck next time.”

I blew out a deep breath and took two steps.

“Taylor?”

I turned to see Mandy sticking her head out through the doors. “Mandy, don’t you have to get inside and introduce Dr. Brinkman?”

“Come on,” she said and grabbed my arm. “She’s with me.” She ushered me into the auditorium. “Your Aunt Jemma came and got me and told me you were outside without a ticket.”

Aunt Jemma waved at us as we passed by. I sent her a small wave back. My aunt made herself comfortable sitting between Sally and Amber and said something to the girls that made them laugh. It was nice to have an extroverted aunt who could get along with anyone.

When I told her I was coming back to listen to Dr. Brinkman again tonight, Aunt Jemma had insisted on coming with me. She was certain there would be a place for both of us, and surprisingly, she was right.

“Come on—I have an extra seat behind the curtain,” Mandy said. “It’s not as fancy as last night’s.”

“It’s okay,” I said. “I was just interested in hearing Dr. Brinkman again.”

“Of course,” Mandy said.

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