She gave him some final instructions and handed him a bag. "The driver's fee is fifteen. Once you get the payment from Director Ellison, remember to get a receipt. Then, you can pay the driver."
Inside the bag were a ledger and some receipt books, with two cartons of cigarettes on top.
"After you've been paid, settle up with the driver and give him the cigarettes. Make sure to keep the ledger and receipts safe." 'The things he hides away are so secure, only the glasses-wearing Ian can find them. Perfectly safe.'
Ian Quincy agreed to everything and left with the driver.
Cecilia Adler hadn't slept for nearly two days and was exhausted.
She took a quick shower, changed into clean pajamas, and fell asleep the moment her head hit the pillow.
She was woken by the sound of dogs barking outside.
She opened her eyes and checked the time. It was already noon.
She called out loudly, "Who's there?"
