Julien spotted him the second he came into the club area, the two security men scanning around them for any possible trouble.
Jacob McMaster stood out like a sore thumb; the elegantly dressed senior making his way through the invited guests, glad-handing here and there with a bob of his head and a smile.
His eyes locked onto Julien's.
There was no need to speak.
Julien knew a summons when he saw one.
He finished off his set and pointed at the musician who he'd stolen the bench from. The piano player came back from the bar and took over without missing a beat. Julien stood, nodding at Henri.
The music continued, uninterrupted.
Jacob settled himself at a table, his back against the wall. The bodyguards fanned out, keeping a respectful distance.
A waitress brought over a drink as Juli
