Nikki’s eyebrow arched. “What do you mean?”
“He’s my security detail.”
“What?”
“Yeah, it’s a long story. After we solve this case—hopefully before the end of time—we’ll share a bottle of Santini Chianti and I’ll fill you in.”
“Oh, wow. I didn’t know he made wine.”
“He does it all, including ensuring my safety.”
Nikki smiled. “Sounds like a good friend.”
Simone’s heart blossomed. “He’s the best.”
Nikki went back inside, Simone removed her gloves before hurrying up the street. After climbing into the SUV, she said, “Thanks for doing this.”
“Whad’ya find out?” Teddy asked.
“Newburg was murdered, but it was made to look like a suicide. Sloppy job though.”
“How’s that?”
“Newburg was left handed, but the killer shot him in the right temple.”
Teddy laughed. “What kind of an idiot does that?”
“Maybe he was impatient, but I’m thinking he assumed Newburg was right handed.”
“They always fuck up. But they don’t always get caught.”
“I appreciate the ride today,” she said. “I know your brother wants me safe, but you have more important things to do than to drive me around.”
“He wanted to do it himself, but I told him no. He’s going to be like this, so you better get used to it.”
“Forever?”
Teddy shrugged. “I dunno. He’s not okay, you know that, right?”
“I know his family will always have his heart. I think he’s capable of loving me and continuing to love them.”
“You’re cool. I like that ‘bout you.”
“I’m just faking it.”
He chuffed out a laugh. “Where to?”
“I could use your help with something.”
“Being your driver isn’t enough?”
She laughed. “You’re doingtoomuch, but you’ve got your laptop. Any chance we can hop online?”
He logged in. “Whatcha need?”
“Do you have any names of the terrorists who got into the country?”
“Got ‘em all.” He got busy typing. Seconds later, he spun the laptop toward her.
