Rachel tapped her pen again, her eyes narrowing slightly as she looked at the window.

“We start with the permit records,” Rachel said.

“I will need to request his original application files from the city zoning office.

That will take some time, and it will require a formal records request.”

“How much time?” I asked.

“A week, maybe two,” Rachel said.

“In the meantime, keep your camera ready.

Do not let him see you looking afraid.”