9 The RoomAfter the race, when we discovered Gina was missing, Billy Taylor told me I could go home. The Police would handle the disappearance.
Saga spoke from my pocket, in her most official-sounding British accent. “Mr. Gray is a Private Investigator, as well as a friend of Ms. Lee. Perhaps he can help you find her.”
“Who was that?” Billy looked startled. Me too. I wasn’t actually a P.I., but I did want to find Gina.
“My personal assistant. She keeps a live connection on my phone most of the time. She sometimes butts in.” He looked suspicious but seemed to accept it.
“I’m not authorized to employ an investigator. In Gina’s absence, only her lawyers would have that sort of authority.” Billy took on a tone of command.
“Don’t worry about that. I care about Gina, so I’m on the case no m
