Chapter 112

“Theodore. Hello. How good to see you.” She said in a chirpy voice that sounded off even to her ears.

“Marie, my dear. It's been a minute. How are you?” Theodore asked in the same cheerful, fatherly voice he had always used with her.

“Great. Were you heading out?” Marie asked

“I skipped breakfast. I was heading out for an early lunch, my dear. Gotta maintain the one great pack.” He said, chuckling while tapping his belly. Marie laughed along.

“Oh. Okay.”

“ Do you want to come along? I much prefer a little cafe around the corner. It's quiet this time of the day.” Theodore offered.

“Yes please.” Marie said, texting Steven she'd be taking her lunch break early. Poor Theodore. The man had no idea that he was being investigated her by his company and was probably at the risk of being dismissed if she didn't find out the truth fast enough.

Okay. Please, I'd like a sandwich. Rick wants grilled cheese, BTW.

Theodore noticed her smiling at her phone and said,

“I assume that was Steven?”

“Yes,