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Lincoln
“I’ve got bad news.”
I shoved my laptop away and leaned back in my chair.
“I only want to hear positive developments.”
Muffy put his head in my lap. Absently, I rubbed my fingers through his soft fur.
“Then talk to Santa Claus,” Zegas snapped. “The title insurance you purchased that should cover this disaster . . .”
He paused for what I felt sure was dramatic effect. I petted Muffy with sporadic strokes.
“Spit it out,” I growled.
“You bought it and have the paperwork. Problem is Titan Title never followed through with the transaction with the insurance company.”
I grabbed the back of my neck and squeezed. “Are you telling me I’m about to be left holding nothing but a bunch of worthless pieces of paper?”
“All I’m saying is this is going to be more of challenge. Lucky for you, I like it that way.”
In this situation, I’d have preferred a slam dunk.
“What about Whitley’s contact? The expert in real estate law?”
“Dixon? He’s the one who figured out about the title insurance.”
At least the team wasn’t sitting around doing nothing.
“I’m still locating files.”
“If you send over one more, I’m pretty sure Whitley’s assistant is going to put out a hit on you.” Zegas’s laugh was deep and throaty.
“Has he met you?” I fired back.
“Oh, he despises me. I hire a bodyguard if he comes to the office with Whitley. I refuse to be alone with the man.”
Muffy pawed at my leg. I hadn’t realized I’d stopped petting him. And when I didn’t resume fast enough, he nudged me again.
“What are my rights as far as my assets? Can they freeze them without notification?” I was fine for now, but I’d need access to them soon.
He laughed again, this time the sound bitter. “It’s the federal government. They can do whatever the hell they want to.” A rustling came from the other end of the line as if he’d shifted in a chair. “I hope you’ve got something stashed away. Who knows how long it will take them to unfreeze them. And I don’t work pro bono.”
I opened my mouth to tell him to send the bill to my father, but thought better of it before I did. Zegas and Whitley had helped my brother. They appeared to be working in my favor as well. But I wasn’t sure what their relationship was with Father.
“Relax, Hollingsworth. I’m working on your money too. That’s in my best interest.”
“I’m glad to know where your priorities are.”
“You might have more of a stick up your ass than Elliott. I can’t imagine a conversation between the two of you.”
Concise. To the point. No wasted words on frivolous subjects.
“Hopefully, you’ll never be privy to one.”
Zegas laughed once more, though I didn’t see the humor.
“Look, I usually try to stay out of family shit. But you should know that your father calls me no less than twice a day for an update on your case. He seems more concerned than you.”
