Chapter Thirteen
“Gracious,” said Myrtle. “Thank you, Carter. I seem to be a bit unsteady today.”
A frowning figure in the background caught her eye and she sighed as she realized Red spotted her stumble. He would either think it evidence that she needed to be driven straight to Greener Pastures retirement home or else he would think she was pumping Carter for information. Neither was good.
“That’s no problem at all, Myrtle,” said Carter politely, his attention again straying to Pansy.
Miles was hanging back and Myrtle pulled him forward. “You remember Miles, of course.”
Carter gave him a smile. “How are you, Miles?”
Miles was still steamed about the lack of respect shown Darren. He pointedly said, “Oh, I suppose I’m all right. Although I’m very sorry about Darren. He was a great guy
