We arranged to meet inside the private conference room at Samantha’s law office later that afternoon.

Gavin arrived promptly at four o’clock.

He looked absolutely exhausted.

There was no sharp tailored suit, no expensive designer watch, and no confident swagger in his step.

He was simply wearing a plain pair of jeans and a dark gray sweater.

Brenda was nowhere to be seen.

He paused in the doorway for a second when he noticed Chloe sitting at the table.

“Hello, Chloe.”