CHAPTER 28
“According to my phone,” says Marvin, “it shouldn’t take us longer than forty five minutes to get there,” he taps the side of his sat nav, “this should take us straight to it.”
I settle back in my seat and open a bag of mint imperials.
“Will you go straight to work after dropping me?” I ask, “I really do appreciate this.”
“Happy to help,” Marvin says with a smile, “and yes, if the traffics quiet I should make it into work on time. I’m doing loads of extra shifts this week on account of you being away.”
“More money to spend on Christmas eh?”
“Yes and I have loads to buy for.” Marvin has a big family, he’s one of seven children.
“What are you doing Christmas Day?” I ask.
Marvin switches on the wipers to dispel the clinging mist.
“Oh it will be the usual mad family Chr
