“The most I’ve seen at one time is three. But I’m sure there are more inside.”
“How big is your team?”
“Six of us, including Frank and me.”
“Is that enough?”
“Enough? It’s overkill. I’ve handled more difficult situations than this alone. But Richter said you insisted I have help. Who am I to tell you how to spend your money?”
Bronsky couldn’t tell if Parker was exaggerating or merely stating facts. The only thing that mattered was if the guy could get the job done, and according to Richter, there was no one better.
After Barrington’s place fell out of sight, Parker guided them around the island to a vacation home he’d rented, which also had a dock.
Soon they were off the boat and inside the house.
“You can have the master bedroom,” Parker said. “It’s up the stairs and at the end of the hall.”
Bronsky set his bag on the dining room table. “What is your plan?”
“Right now? Grab a beer and get something to eat.”
“And then?”
Parker chuckled. “You aren’t a very patient man, are you, Mr. Weeks.”
Bronsky’s eyes hardened. “Patient? I have more patience than anyone you’ve ever met. I’ve been waitingyearsfor this moment.”
Parker held up a placating hand. “Whoa there. Didn’t mean to push a button.”
Bronsky stared at him. “Then don’t say useless things. Whatisthe plan?”
A hint of a smile tugged at the corner of Parker’s lips.
“Tonight, we recon, and hopefully confirm that the target ispresent. Tomorrow night, there’s a storm that’s supposed to blow through here and last until morning. We use that for cover to get in close and take her out. How does that work for you?”
Parker’s tone bordered on condescension, but Bronsky decided to let it pass. In a little more than a day, the job would be done, and his future secured.
He took a deep breath, then said, “That works for me just fine.”
Chapter 34
Stone was about to goupstairs to get ready for his dinner with Josie when Joan buzzed him.
He tapped theSpeakerbutton. “Whoever it is, tell them I’ll call them back tomorrow.”
“Even if it’s Dino?”
“Is it Dino?”
“Why would I ask that if it wasn’t?”
“Because that sounds like something you’d do.”
“True, but itisDino.”
“Fine. I’ll take it.”
“On one.”
