DIABLO
Tonight will tell me everything.
April stays in the lounge with her Italian books while work takes over the rest of the day. Preparations cannot be rushed. Leaving does not mean disappearing and leaving chaos behind. Everything must keep running as if nothing has changed.
Succession is already handled. Brian will manage the day to day operations. To the outside world, I remain in charge, only unreachable. It keeps the illusion intact.
Brian is solid. Calm where it matters. Firm without being cruel. He understands balance, which is essential when so many businesses and personalities collide. One day, he will make a strong leader.
Time moves quickly. By seven, everything is ready. Joe is expected at the bowling alley at eight. That leaves enough room to arrive early and settle i
