I’ve got my keys in my hand and I’m rushing out the door as I send the last deposit for lunch to her Cash App. I have no idea where Lexi lives, but I know she goes to the same university Piccola went to, and it’s small enough that I could possibly run into her. By accident, of course.

When I get to the main gate, I see the guard step out and wave at me. “Heading to Costco?” George asks, and I smile back.

“Not today. Have a good one.” I say the last part hoping that I can speed ...