The secret knock came at exactly Nine PM, right on the clock. Ted was nothing if not punctual.
"Come in." I said, clearing my throat subtly.
The door opened and Ted walked inside, moving with that slow, careful gait that made everyone think he was just a harmless old man whose best years were behind him.
The sly bastard, perfect cover for what he actually was.
Ted closed the door and sat on the chair across from my desk with a groan that might have been real or might have been part of the act. With Ted, it was hard to tell anymore.
"Well?" I asked, my eyes studying his face.”What's the update on the task I gave to you? Don't tell me you still haven't made contact.”
"I spoke to the youn’ fellas." Ted leaned back, getting a little bit comfortable on the chair. "Just like you wanted, c
