Chapter 324

• “So, another deliberate move by smooth Mr. Carrero then?” Another premeditated gameplay? Maybe we’re not so different, both controlling our lives so fluidly.
• “Pretty much.” The music tempo changes slightly, but it’s still a slow song. He lifts my hand a bit higher, checks his watch, then puts his arm back in its previous position. He’s getting bored being here. All the Jake signs are coming out. We’ll be leaving soon at this rate, but I want to know …
• “So, you avoid women you might want to make more permanent?” I press on like a dog with a bone.