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“Yes, it’s like Red Bull but better. It has natural energy and natural ingredients. See?” She points to the subheading on the can. It actually readsnatural energyandnatural ingredientson the can. She winks. “You should try it. Nothing beats a little Pussy Juice in the morning.”
I think when I interviewed here six months ago, I remember Dominic telling me that Jade likes to push buttons. I’m not biting on this one. Time for a topic change.
“I’m good on both energy and my morning juice. Thanks though. I have no clue where they’re putting me. Do you know which office is mine?”
“I assume Dominic’s office.”
I wince. “Isn’t he only on leave?”
“No one knows. It’s pretty fucking weird. I don’t think he’s coming back anytime soon. I believe you’re using his assistant too. His name is Avery. He’s a hoot. You met LeRond, Carter’s assistant, right?”
“I did. I got a kick out of him.” I met LeRond when I interviewed here months ago. He’s been Carter’s assistant for fifteen years. He’s eccentric and hilarious.
“Avery is his husband. Avery only started recently when he was out of work. The two of them together are a comedy show. Enjoy the fireworks. I have a meeting, but we’re happy to have you. I assume I’ll be working with you. Reach out when you need me. I’m away next week in Mexico, but I’ll be around otherwise.”
“I will, thank you.”
I head down to Dominic’s office. Considering the fact I interviewed with him months ago, I know where it is. There’s no one at the assistant’s desk, so I walk in.
He must have emptied it out. The only evidence ofhim is the good whiskey and Cuban cigars sitting in the corner. Though, if I remember correctly, he had very few personal effects when I was here. He mentioned keeping a low profile in the office. There’s definitely something suspicious about Dominic Mazzello.
The only items I brought were photos of Andie and my mother. My mother is young-looking. People will probably think it’s my former wife, but I don’t care.
I open up the laptop I retrieved last week and see I have a bunch of emails. I start reading through them. A few minutes later, a man walks in.
“Mr. Windsor?”
I stand and hold out my hand. “Are you Avery?”
He smiles as he shakes it. He’s got shoulder-length, dark hair that’s slicked back. He’s tall and skinny and must be about ten years younger than me, so in his upper thirties. “Yes, sorry I missed you when you walked in. I was battling the coffee machine. If you tell me how you like your coffee, I can grab you some.”
“I don’t drink coffee but thank you.”
He gasps in shock. “I’ve never met a grown man who doesn’t drink coffee. Are you a robot?”
I let out a laugh. “No. I just try to engage in clean living. If I need an afternoon caffeine hit, I like a good Cherry Coke. That’s my one indulgence.”
“Duly noted. I’ll make sure we have plenty on hand. I’ll put it right next to the Pussy Juice Jade likes.Icertainly prefer Cherry Coke to Pussy Juice.” He winks at me.
“I think I’ll refrain from commenting.”
He lets out a laugh. “I’ve updated your calendar. You have a meeting in forty-five minuteswith Mrs. Lawrence-Daulton, Mr. Daulton, and Mrs. Lawrence-Remington.”
“Cheez. Their names are a handful.”
“They’rea handful, especially our fearless leaders.” He looks around like he’s making sure we’re alone, and whispers, “Just so you know, the Daultons engage in officefunonce a day. Sometimes more.”
I chuckle. “So I’ve heard. I know to check in with Sheila before I enter her office.”
“And LeRond before you enter Carter’s.”
“Duly noted. Thank you.”
“My pleasure. Let me know if you need anything.”
At the appointed time, I head down to Reagan’s office. Sheila gives me a warm welcome. I see Reagan’s door is open, so I know I’m in the clear.
I walk in and see Carter and Reagan sitting together, while Skylar is sitting with a tall, blond man. Their close proximity and the fact that he’s stroking her arm suggests that it’s her husband. That, or this office is a brothel. I’m not sure I’d be surprised if it was at this point.
