Chapter 100

CHAPTER 100

Xavier was again at his usual spot in the restaurant with one hand stroking his chin, intently watching the people who entered and exited the restaurant. An untouched glass of beer next to a plate of beefsteak was placed on the table and he absentmindedly fingered the fork on his plate.

When his expected visistor finally walked through the doors, he sighed with anticipation and took a sip of his beer.

The man swept his eyes across the restaurant, as if search for someone, so Xavier raised his glass above his head to get his attention.

He noticed how the man stiffened and gulped when he saw him before starting hesitantly towards the booth.

"You wanted to see me, sir?" He asked shakily.

"I did. But you don't look as delighted as I am to see you."

The man let out a nervous laugh and fidgeted with his fingers. "Well, er, I was a little nervous when you insisted to see me so..."

"Some things, my friend, are never discussed over the phone," Xavier replied in his deep baritone.

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