CHAPTER 25: Alison
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About thirty minutes later, Alison lurked in the hallway outside Harker’s office. It was one of their rules that the other person had to hear the phrase. The fact that they said it couldn’t be delivered second hand.
Tobias was already in the room giving Harker an update.
“When do you meet with the new clients?” asked Harker.
“Tomorrow,” said Tobias. “I’ll let you know how it went.”
Alison held her breath. The trap would be set soon. She leaned against the wall by the door.
“Oh, Harker.” Tobias’ voice was closer. He must’ve walked to the door. “I have extra tickets to the opera on Saturday. Do you and Alison want to go?”
“No. You know I hate the opera. I have no idea how you and Merri can stand listening to people screeching in a foreign language.”
“Bec
