“Back off, Trip,” muttered Felix. “This isn't about you.”
“Who made you the Avenging Angel?” demanded Trip. “Leave it to someone who can get it done. You're liable to fail, just like your Daddy.”
Reena looked at Trip in horror.
Felix stiffened. “What did you say?” he whispered.
Trip didn't show the slightest bit of fear. “You heard me, or is your sazer hearing going down? Face facts! None of this would have gotten this far had your father handled his business and killed 49er way back when. But no. He had to investigate, and follow the evidence like a good little houseboy. He played by the rules, and he got dropped. What makes you think you can do any better?”
Jonah's mouth fell open. What did Trip think he was doing?
“Shut up, Trip,” said Terrence. “You gotta shut up!”
But Felix and
