“Hey, Lucy. When is it Friday?”
“Huh? Two more days Little One. Take a nap.”
It is Wednesday Story Day again, and last week, we witnessed Charles the server denies he went home with Mrs. Rafferty, which was information received from Jerry the server. Also, Charles lawyered up and decided he wouldn’t do any more talking without a lawyer. We should get back to the Hyatt since I see Larry headed for Sanford Wentworth’s office. He doesn’t look too pleased either.
“Yes, detective. Come right in.”
“I need to talk to Jerry Foster again.”
“Is there a problem Detective
“Yes, there is, but I need to take it up with Jerry.”
“Sure enough. Hold on, I’ll call him.”
“Thank you.”
“That’s strange.”
“What?”
“His cell phonies going to voicemail after one ring.”
“Yeah, well, I have had that happen to mine when the signal’s not good.”
“But throughout our property, we have repeaters. We need to be in constant touch with our employees. This should not happen.”
“You sure he isn’t hitting the ‘not accept’ button.”
“It could be, but he knows this number, and that would certainly be grounds for discipline.”
“So, where does he hang out?”
“There is a little server’s break room off the kitchen. He could be there.”
“Let’s go down there then.”
“Okay, follow me.”
“Wait. I need to get Andrew.”
“I’ll wait for you here.”
“I’ll be right back.”
*
“Hey, Andrew.”
“Yes, Larry. What’s the deal?”
“We need to talk to Jerry Foster, and now he is out of touch with his boss.”
“Yeah, so what? Maybe he is in the men’s room.”
“Wentworth seems concerned, so I’m concerned.”
“Well, if you are concerned, then I’m concerned.”
“Okay, never mind. Just come with me to Wentworth’s office and then to see if we can find Jerry.”
“This is almost like a posse.”
“You do concern me sometimes, Andrew.”
“If you are concerned—”
“Knock it off, Andrew. Let’s just go.”
“Right, you are chief. Lead the way.”
“That’s better.”
“What are we going to do with Jerry Foster when we catch up with him.”
“For one, I want to know why he lied to us.”
“Good point. What else?”
“I think he needs to explain what else he knows about Mrs. Rafferty and the accident with her husband.”
“You think he’ll talk?”
“I have to believe that he will. Hey, Wentworth.”
“Can we go down to the severs room now?”
“Lead the way, Sir.”
Fiction Favorites 
Another lawyer is about to join the mix. 🙂
LikeLiked by 2 people
This is many layered. Should call it the baklava story.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Now I’m hungry.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Hahahaha
LikeLike
😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Now I’m concerned.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Hahahaha. Thanks, Jill.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Goodness, I’ve got to catch up with this story! It’s gotten more intense.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Just a little more intense.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great Read!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’ve missed a few weeks of this with NaNo, so I appreciate the lead in. Right now, I have a very bad feeling about what the guys are going to discover when they go looking for Foster!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I share your feelings, Mae.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I like the way this episode played out, John. Andrew adds an element that might not be welcome, but it’s human and kind of funny. Jerry has some ‘splainin’ to do. I hope we get some good answers, unless he and his phone are already in a ditch.
I love the stairs for the girls to get up on the couch. You guys are good pet-parents!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks, Dan. I had the same thought about Jerry. I think we will find out next week what he is all about. (Unless as you say he and his phone are in the ditch.) Twiggy can leap tall buildings except when it comes to getting on the couch. Lucy uses the stairs when she has some aches.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Cell phone ? Nope that is my virtual land line. If you want to use my cell phone for a leash you will have to pay a premium. Leave a message and I will listen to it when I get home tonight. And follow up tomorrow when I get back.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Or on the other hand you’re fired.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It is a free leash. You gets what you pays for.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yeah, I get that.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’m thinking this may not go well for Jerry.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’m thinking you are right.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Either Jerry knows he’s in deep doodoo or he really is deep in doodoo…
Keeping us on our toes!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think the later describes his situation. Yes, everyone on their toes. *sound of whiplash*
LikeLiked by 1 person
Mmm hmmm… I’m afeared…
LikeLiked by 1 person
Be afeared be very afeared.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Poor Jerry…I fear for him! (Hymie’s got to be in the mix somewhere! Just saying!)
LikeLiked by 1 person
I sent Hymie out for coffee. He never came back. WTF?
LikeLike
I’m concerned about Jerry. Talking might not be healthy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hahahaha. May not for sure.
LikeLiked by 1 person
The suspense is building nicely, John. Too bad we have to wait an entire week for the next segment, when I’m on the edge of my seat! Looks like Twiggy is back to health!
LikeLiked by 1 person
She is 100% Debbie. Thank you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
No! Don’t let Wentworth behind you on the stairs. They’re going down to discover that Foster is actually a mobster known as Bananas Foster, and he likes to light people on fire.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Hahahahaha. I loved this.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Haha! 😀
LikeLiked by 2 people
Oh… I sense a case of whiplash on the way. You’re a crafty one, and you are definitely hiding a surprise or three up your sleeve, John. And I’m *concerned* that BOTH the phone and Jerry might be in the ditch. Plus… I really would like some baklava or even just a slice of apple pie now. 😉 Hugs on the wing!
LikeLike
Hahahaha. I could go for some baklava myself. Hugs, Teagan.
LikeLike
Oh great! Another delay. These guys have met roadblock after roadblock since starting out on this journey. Can’t wait to see what’s next!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Jan. Baby steps for sure.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Another week I must spend on the edge of my seat … not sleeping nights, not eating, only wondering, pondering, chewing my non-existent fingernails! I have to say, I’m not sure I trust Wentworth, either. In fact, I’m pretty sure I don’t. Hasta el próximo miércoles …
LikeLiked by 1 person
I wouldn’t trust anyone in this story, Jill. I feel for your fingernails. Yes, until next Wednesday then.
LikeLiked by 1 person
What are we going to do with Jerry? – question needs more dangerous answer 😂😂
Maybe they’ll find his body 🕵️♂️🕵️♂️🕵️♂️
LikeLiked by 1 person
Could be. 🛌
LikeLiked by 1 person
As Costello used to say . . . I got a baaaaaaaaaaad feeling about this.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hahahahaha. Yes indeed.
LikeLiked by 1 person
😉
LikeLiked by 1 person
Now why would he have the one ring on his phone and risk his job? Excellent, John. You really do make me bite my nails. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hahahaha. Thank you, Jennie. A great compliment indeed. (Your nails would probably wish you would stop reding the story.)
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re very welcome, John. Reading your posts is definitely worth bitten nails. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hahahaha
LikeLiked by 1 person
🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person