Brian shook his hand. “Welcome.”
“Rick Dexter, and you’re?”
“Brian West. Didn’t Lauren tell you about me?”
Rick nodded. “Oh, yes. I’ve been filled in. I guess you should drop her off now. I’ll take a taxi. I have reservations at the Sheraton on Parker Street. I think it’s around the corner from her place.”
This is the first time I knew where Rick would be staying. Brian looked confused. “I don’t mind dropping you, too. In fact, that’s where I’ll be staying the next few days. I packed my bags and they’re in the trunk. There should still be room for the others.”
Now I was the one who was shocked. “Rick, can you please excuse us? I’d like to talk privately with Brian.”
Instead of replying, Rick stepped back pulling the rolling luggage with him. I walked to the side with Brian. “What’s g
