Pandora's Box

He commented, "That was quick service."

Lance grinned, "Most folks here know me. One of my clients owns the business. "

"Good business you have, but not to what you did though I wouldn't mind now that the hazy side of my messy problem started to put some light," he stated, veiling reference to what Lance said. "My sister told you why I wanted to see you, so I guess you knew. But make it brief and to the point because I don't have much time now."

"So much the better, as I prefer it that way," Lance nodded. "But first, I wanted to apologize for waiting until today to meet you though I expected this moment when you discovered what I did. You'll learn I did not file your petition, which grounds my practice. I thought you would learn the truth quickly, and it bothered me, but I was waiting for you to confront me first."

"Why?" At last, he asked that question that made him wonder overnight.

"I was waiting for you to retract your decision."

"Why would you think I will?"

"I was aware of