Mattice showed them his badge. “He’s not in any trouble and neither are you. I need you to run to the market, pick him up a couple of cans of chicken soup and some garlic.”
Mattice pulled a ten dollar bill out of his wallet and handed it to the taller of the two kids and said, “He’s expecting this soup, so if you’re not back within the next hour, I’ll be back out here.” You can keep the change for your troubles. Be sure and tell him the African American detective said to use the whole bulb of garlic.”
“Okay sir, we’ll go right now.”
Mattice waved and then drove off.
“Why buy him soup? The guy was a complete asshole!” Song said.
“Song, the dude is living in squalor, besides, my grandmamma says; ‘be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle you know nothing about.’”
Song thought about it for a moment, “Your grandma is one wise woman.”
“For sure…For sure. Who is the next person of interest?” Mattice asked.
“George Wizardo; he was recently arrested outside of the executive mansion and has written the governor over twenty times; where he’s made vague threats,” Song said, reading from his laptop. Song gave Mattice the address and he did a u-turn amidst blaring car horns.
“We’re off to see the wizard,” Mattice said, in a singsong voice.
Chapter 18
Brooklyn returned home and after a hot bath, lounged on her sofa going over lesson plans for class. She took her glasses off, placed them on the table and noticed the business card Song had given her the previous day. Brooklyn thought about how nervous he seemed when she stood next to him and cupped his hand. She remembered inhaling his aftershave; the smell was alluring, masculine, and sexy. She blushed at the thought of wanting to wake up with that scent on her sheets and on her skin. Seriously, she thought, I need to get some sleep. She was startled when her phone rang.
The caller ID indicated it was her sister. “Jules, how’s my favorite sister?”
“Brook, I‘m happy as a pig in slop! As we speak, I’m eating the biggest Ice-cream sundae complete with chocolate covered popcorn on top.
“Grrross!” Brooklyn said, in her best valley girl voice.
Jules laughed. “Hey, don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. Listen, I’m calling to let you know that Dan and I are going back home. I have a doctor’s appointment and Dan has business to take care of. I wish we spent more time together. I stopped by Dad’s and he seems to be getting along well. I’ve also called Lydia; she said she got your message and will call you tomorrow. Don’t worry, Dan has hired a private security team until that whack job is caught. Promise me that you’ll stick with the security detail that dad assigned.”
Brooklyn peered out the window. Down on the street, a black sedan that contained the two armed security guards was sitting curbside. There was also a guard stationed inside the lobby.
“I promise, Jules. You have a safe flight back and let me know if I’m going to have a niece or nephew. Love you!”
“I love you too, and my lips will remain sealed when it comes to the sex of the baby, “Jules said, before ending the call.
Brooklyn decided to call it a night. She wondered if Song would actually show up at the coffee shop in the morning.
Chapter 19
Lauren’s coffee house was located a couple blocks away from Brooklyn’s job. She would stop in at least once a week before class and treat herself to a triple chocolate scone and hazelnut latte. The mouth-watering delicious aroma of fresh baked pastries and coffee permeated the air. The coffee shop had an art deco vibe with its detailed wood work and vintage furniture. The booths were burnt red with ebony borders. The tables were blonde Elmwood with cobalt blue legs. Brooklyn sat at a table in the back and nibbled on a scone. She watched the busy traffic and people rushing by, hoping to spot Song. Cumulus clouds darkened the sky and rain began streaming down
Mattice pulled a ten dollar bill out of his wallet and handed it to the taller of the two kids and said, “He’s expecting this soup, so if you’re not back within the next hour, I’ll be back out here.” You can keep the change for your troubles. Be sure and tell him the African American detective said to use the whole bulb of garlic.”
“Okay sir, we’ll go right now.”
Mattice waved and then drove off.
“Why buy him soup? The guy was a complete asshole!” Song said.
“Song, the dude is living in squalor, besides, my grandmamma says; ‘be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle you know nothing about.’”
Song thought about it for a moment, “Your grandma is one wise woman.”
“For sure…For sure. Who is the next person of interest?” Mattice asked.
“George Wizardo; he was recently arrested outside of the executive mansion and has written the governor over twenty times; where he’s made vague threats,” Song said, reading from his laptop. Song gave Mattice the address and he did a u-turn amidst blaring car horns.
“We’re off to see the wizard,” Mattice said, in a singsong voice.
Chapter 18
Brooklyn returned home and after a hot bath, lounged on her sofa going over lesson plans for class. She took her glasses off, placed them on the table and noticed the business card Song had given her the previous day. Brooklyn thought about how nervous he seemed when she stood next to him and cupped his hand. She remembered inhaling his aftershave; the smell was alluring, masculine, and sexy. She blushed at the thought of wanting to wake up with that scent on her sheets and on her skin. Seriously, she thought, I need to get some sleep. She was startled when her phone rang.
The caller ID indicated it was her sister. “Jules, how’s my favorite sister?”
“Brook, I‘m happy as a pig in slop! As we speak, I’m eating the biggest Ice-cream sundae complete with chocolate covered popcorn on top.
“Grrross!” Brooklyn said, in her best valley girl voice.
Jules laughed. “Hey, don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. Listen, I’m calling to let you know that Dan and I are going back home. I have a doctor’s appointment and Dan has business to take care of. I wish we spent more time together. I stopped by Dad’s and he seems to be getting along well. I’ve also called Lydia; she said she got your message and will call you tomorrow. Don’t worry, Dan has hired a private security team until that whack job is caught. Promise me that you’ll stick with the security detail that dad assigned.”
Brooklyn peered out the window. Down on the street, a black sedan that contained the two armed security guards was sitting curbside. There was also a guard stationed inside the lobby.
“I promise, Jules. You have a safe flight back and let me know if I’m going to have a niece or nephew. Love you!”
“I love you too, and my lips will remain sealed when it comes to the sex of the baby, “Jules said, before ending the call.
Brooklyn decided to call it a night. She wondered if Song would actually show up at the coffee shop in the morning.
Chapter 19
Lauren’s coffee house was located a couple blocks away from Brooklyn’s job. She would stop in at least once a week before class and treat herself to a triple chocolate scone and hazelnut latte. The mouth-watering delicious aroma of fresh baked pastries and coffee permeated the air. The coffee shop had an art deco vibe with its detailed wood work and vintage furniture. The booths were burnt red with ebony borders. The tables were blonde Elmwood with cobalt blue legs. Brooklyn sat at a table in the back and nibbled on a scone. She watched the busy traffic and people rushing by, hoping to spot Song. Cumulus clouds darkened the sky and rain began streaming down
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