Oliver walked to the door. “Read the Professional Responsibility Code again, Richard.” He hesitated as he reached the door. He understood that his actions were irremediable.
“I’m finished financially supporting you, Oliver!” exploded Richard in a voice that seemed dissociated from his stature. “The Casarez service is the last you will ever do for me!”
Upon hearing the words, Oliver hesitated at the door. He took a breath, and wordlessly exited into the hallway. Unease and tension gripped him, but he refused to show weakness to Richard.
Oliver stumbled to the elevator. He ignored the calming voice of Camille. He drifted out the door, and into the elevator car. He ignored the private security officer who rode down the elevator. He disregarded the stern visual examinations the se
