Brad was overwhelmed. Liliana told him to reach out to Randall, but not why. He had no idea what to do. Whatever Randall was calling about sounded urgent.

“Just a moment, please.” Brad needed to stall for time to think.

“Where are you right now?”

“Milo’s in Hudson Yards.”

“Stay there,” Randall directed, “I’ll come to you,”

“Be sure to have a red rose behind your ear,” Brad ...