The Jacq of Spades-12

1955 Words

Amelia laughed. But I would not be deterred. The Red Dog cards were either taunts or attempts at intimidation, and the thought of either infuriated me. I meant to get to the bottom of this. At first, the idea of the kidnapper being at the Ball left me bewildered. But I realized there were many men at the Ball besides those announced on the list. Waiters, retainers, cooks, Men’s Room attendants, even the coat-man himself. “I read the piece on your charity adventure in the newspaper,” Tony said at breakfast. “Father will be pleased.” This was the longest speech Tony had given since the Kerrs’ visit the day before. “It was most productive.” “What about the interview? When will it print?” I shook my head and shrugged. “Never, so far as I know. The man resigned.” Tony frowned. “For what

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