Chapter 74
August 2014
The days flew, his time with Sophie more limited with every setting sun. As soon as the job ended – in two days – he was going home to the coast, and Sophie would remain in the city. They would keep in touch via phone calls, texts, and recently, email, but it wouldn't be the same. He felt his heart give a little start when his phone buzzed.
All set for the opening?
As set as can be.
Paul had had trouble with one of the bands he'd hired, but luckily, with a concerted effort, they'd managed to find a replacement in time – a big band Alexis had mentioned in passing, that happened to have no gigs on the night of the opening. Praise God. It was a stroke of luck that they played the type of music that fit the hotel's era, concentrating on swing and jazz. They wo
