Cece pulled into the motel she’d be living in for the next month, at least. The Travelers was more of a long-term stay than a motel. A few construction trucks littered the parking lot, a sight the manager told her was one she should get used to seeing as the workers’ jobsite was only a few blocks away and not due to complete for another several weeks. All she cared about was a quiet place to sleep with little intrusion.
Keys in hand, she offloaded her bags and decided to give Nic a quick call, as promised.
“Hey, Nic. It’s Cece.”
“Hey, about time. Are you here?”
“Yep, just got here and am calling as promised.”
“Great, come on over. You got here just in time. We’re having a barbeque tonight and I want you to join us.”
“Now?”
“Well, do you need a nap?”
Cece thought about it. She could
