“Oh, it’s a matter best discussed privately,” the redhead said. “Would that be possible?” “Yes, ma’am, Liv here will be happy to take you to one of the back rooms. Isn’t that right, Liv?” Raven turned to me, fake smile still plastered on her face. “Oh, uh, yes, of course. Come with me…” I glanced at Roy again. He was frowning. When I motioned for the redhead to come with me, he moved from the door toward us in long strides. “Uh… just go on ahead without me, I’ll be just a second. It’s the first door on the right behind the curtain,” I said to my customer as Roy appeared by my side, his bulk cutting off most of my view of the store. “You ain’t going anywhere I can’t see you,” he said, voice gruff as he stared after the redhead. “Don’t be absurd, it’s not like you came along every time

