“Not a fan. Hmm. It’s more complicated than that. I’ve known Cilla since grade school—we’re the same age, and in truth we’ve never really seen eye-to-eye. She’s a big…personality. I prefer a subtle approach. But I put up with her, because I always try to see the best in people. Even in busybodies like her.”
“She seems harmless. Just curious. Not malicious.”
“I understand you’re staying at the Ocean’s Breeze.”
“I am. It’s comfortable. Great views. Though it’s temporary. I’ll need a cheaper place.”
“Then I assume you’ve met Renny, then.”
“Yes. He seems to always be around. He’s an interesting character. You know him?”
“First of all, Noah, know that I am acquainted with everyone who resides in Cane’s Inlet, you among them now. But Renny, yes, I do indeed know him. I should tell you, in
