Chapter 7Monday, third week of December
Kane stood outside Gabriel’s office. He considered the office Gabriel’s inner sanctum and this was the first time he was invited inside. That made him nervous.
He tapped on the door. Gabriel opened the door himself. Kane didn’t see Gaspard. That was unusual.
“Come in, baby and sit on the sofa. I’m going to sit next to you so you can see me.”
Kane was confused but did as Gabriel asked. “Would you like a glass of sherry?”
“I’ve never had a sherry before, but I take some if you think I’ll like it. I don’t like beer.”
Gabriel went over to an elaborate chrome and glass bar cart and poured himself a brandy and Kane a small glass of sherry. He handed it to Kane who took a sip.
“This is excellent.”
“I’m glad you like it.”
“You said you wanted to spe
