He can be a bit peremptory, Spalding said with a shrug. I made no promises, John. At least you know that the girl is safe, somewhere. Happily, that frees you from responsibility, does it not?
One thing does not necessarily support the other, Willis said grimly.
Look, John, Ive gone as far as I can with this. I like you, and based on that, plus the strength of Mr. Diazs word, Ive tried to help. I trust Diaz, and, by inference, extended some portion of that trust to you. He looked down his nose at Willis. Isnt it possible that you have, in fact, carried this far enough?
Enrique is the most honest crook I ever met, Willis said, ignoring the question.
As it happens, I agree with you, Spalding said, still looking very earnestly into Williss face. But, more importantly, I
