Twenty-EightDriving back to New Orleans from Twelve Oaks, Michael tunes in his radio by chance to popular talk radio host Louie Rushton, a fearless, obnoxious ratings grabber.
“I've been highly criticized, folks, as a loud-mouthed, sensationalizing yellow journalist who doesn't always check his facts. But I just call 'em as I see 'em. You know the old saying, 'Where there's smoke, there's fire.' Well, there's going to be a lot of heat generated on this show for some very powerful members of the New Orleans elite. Get the tar and feathers ready, friends, there's going to be a public hanging - if you'll excuse the mixed metaphors. But even that's too good for sickos who would procure innocent young girls, chosen for their “pure blood and impeccable breeding…”
Previously absentminded, Micha
