The Message

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The MessageAs I got into the carriage, Pearson came up with a message. "The boy said it was urgent." He handed it to me. "Oh, and I learned about the warehouse." I blinked, confused. "The warehouse?" "The one you asked me about? Where your letter came from." The building Marja sent her note from. "Oh, yes, I'm sorry." Pearson spoke to me kindly. "It's of no consequence, mum. The building's owned by the Clubb Family." By the Clubbs? "I didn't know they owned buildings here." "Well, yes, mum. It's complex. They own the building, we own the land. But as it's one of their produce distribution houses, it's best for them to keep up the maintenance." Why would Josie's uncle manage a building in Spadros quadrant owned by the Clubbs? "Thank you, Pearson." He bowed. "Have a pleasant trip."

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