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Demetrius
Demetrius had a good view of the parking lot from his room at the Holiday Inn and saw Amara arrive. He also saw a gray Buick slowly pull in behind her and park several spaces away. The man remained in the car and made a call from his phone as Amara disappeared into the building. He heard Amara knock and let her in.
Her sagging face reflected her worry, fear, and confusion. “Demetrius, what the hell is this about?”
“I’ll explain soon.” He walked to the window. “Any change in the Senator’s condition?”
“He’s the same.”
“Did the doctor act on the information?”
“Yes.”
“Thank God!” He looked out the window. “Our friend isn’t there.”
“Who?”
“The man who followed you.”
Jack’s voice played in her head. “If you paid attention to what you’re supposed to do.” “Damn it, Jack, ge
