Chapter 5“A quiet word in your ear, Alex.” Michael touched Alex’s arm and indicated an unoccupied area out of the way of the shoppers. “I didn’t know if you were aware, but Jackson isn’t going on lunch. He finds something to do when he should be eating. I wondered if finances might be tight for him.”
“Dammit! I never thought.” Alex was angry with himself for not keeping a better eye on the young man. Now Michael had said it aloud, Alex realized that while his female staff went out for their breaks, Jackson didn’t.
“I have a suggestion for today. I feel like some company. Why don’t the three male staff have lunch together? My shout today. There’s a nice-looking bar across from the mall.”
“The Anchor?” Alex asked. “They have a good reputation. Perfect.”
“Good. Leave it to me.” Michael sm
