“I copied it before IT locked your computer.

He locked you out at nine thirty-two.

The log had the exact time.”

The shorter buyer wiped the lipstick off her cup with her thumb.

“He told us Whitcombe was the whole deal.

He said if that contract was signed, the agency would be worth twice what it is.”

“That was the point,” I said.

“He needed the number up for the buyout.”