Chapter 32: The Gathering Of Stormclouds, Part 10, The Club

In my apartment, as I hover between two different outfits, I hear the ping of a phone message, but not from my own mobile.

After a few moments, there is the sound of cursing from the lounge. Sticking my head around the door, "Problem?" I ask.

Ryan, looking thoroughly annoyed, says, "I'm sorry. I've been called away. There's something that needs dealing with..."

"Always on call when you work for yourself?"

He grimaces. "Yes, that's the downside. Lots of freedom, but lots of responsibility too." He pauses, thinking. "Look, this shouldn't take me more than a couple of hours. Why don't you get yourself ready anyway, and I'll meet you at this club of yours?"

"Sounds great."

"Good." He takes my hand, squeezing the fingers. "Text me the address and I'll see you there."

"Sure. I'll tell them at the door to expect you and that you're with me. They only let in so many single men and if they think you're by yourself, you might not get in."

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At the Club, waiting for Ryan, I